Nakobe
Dean.
Nakobe
Dean.
Georgia· 5'11"· 229 lb
The Eagles' base 4-3 defense, often featuring a mix of Cover 3 and Cover 4 concepts, relies on linebackers who can diagnose quickly and cover ground.
Immediate special teams contributor and sub-package Will Linebacker with the ceiling of a three-down, tackle-to-tackle impact player.
A traditional two-gap 3-4 defense where his size could be a significant hindrance against interior offensive linemen.
Dean's exceptional instincts and athleticism are best utilized in a scheme that prioritizes speed and coverage over raw size at the linebacker position.
Selected #83 overall in Round 3 of the 2022 NFL Draft by Philadelphia Eagles out of Georgia.
| Yr | Team | G | Tkl | Sk | Int | PD | FF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Georgia | 14 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | Georgia | 10 | 71 | 1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | Georgia | 15 | 72 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| Career | — | 39 | 168 | 7.5 | 2 | 8 | 0 |
A dash means the figure is not published by a source we trust — never a zero we invented.
Everything above is the pre-draft evaluation. This section is what actually happened — updated year over year.
Nakobe Dean has played two seasons for the Philadelphia Eagles, primarily as a backup linebacker and special teams contributor. Injuries have limited his opportunities to become a full-time starter.