I think the only safe thing to say about the linebacker positions is that at least one 2015 starter is not currently on the team, possibly two depending on what happens with Poz.

 

George has barely seen the field. On paper, his combine numbers are unimpressive, and it's tough to sit here and call someone who's smaller and slower than Poz a "natural". Thomas is decidedly average at best, and I'd argue against calling him a building block for the future. Even Telvin has some questions to answer about size and bulk; this isn't Madden. 218-lb. linebackers don't hold up over 16 games.

 

I suspect Thomas will make the team in a backup role next year, as he has experience outside and in the middle. Telvin will be on the team next year, and may well be starting. Beyond that, who knows? George and Fortt are far from sure things, especially considering that each was dumped by at least one team already this season.

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