Jihaad Campbell - NFL Linebacker

• Full Name: Jihaad Campbell
• Date of Birth: June 18, 2003
• Hometown: Erial, New Jersey
• High School: Timber Creek High School (Erial, NJ) / IMG Academy (Bradenton, FL)
• College: University of Alabama
• NFL Draft: Selected by the Philadelphia Eagles, 1st Round, Pick #31 in the 2025 NFL Draft
• Position: Linebacker

• Highly rated four-star prospect in the 2022 recruiting class, originally committed to Clemson before signing with Alabama.
• 2022 Season: Played sparingly as a true freshman while adjusting to the speed of the SEC, contributing on special teams and in limited defensive snaps.
• 2023 Season: Earned a spot in Alabama’s linebacker rotation. Recorded 45 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, and 1 sack, showcasing speed and versatility.
• 2024 Season: Breakout year as a starting linebacker. Finished with 65+ tackles, multiple sacks, and several pass breakups. Recognized with All-SEC honors for his strong all-around play.
• Declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after three seasons (2022–2024) with Alabama.

• All-SEC selection (2024)
• Key contributor to Alabama’s defensive front seven in 2023–2024
• Known for his speed, athleticism, and ability to defend both the run and pass

• Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles with the #31 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Selected as one of the most athletic linebackers in the class, praised for his range and playmaking ability.
• Expected to be an immediate contributor in Philadelphia’s linebacker corps and on special teams.

• Played both wide receiver and defensive end in high school before transitioning full-time to linebacker at Alabama.
• Regarded as one of the most versatile defenders in the SEC by the end of his college career.
• Became one of the rare New Jersey natives to star at Alabama and be selected in the first round of the NFL Draft.