Round 7, Pick 27 · #243 Overall
Houston Texans · LB · Indiana
Traded: From SF
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Big Board Rank: #180 · Day 3 Sleeper
Aiden Fisher emerged as Indiana's most consistent linebacker over four seasons, transforming from a walk-on special teams contributor to the Hoosiers' defensive signal-caller and leading tackler. The 6-2, 235-pound linebacker possesses exceptional football intelligence and diagnostic skills that allowed him to thrive in Indiana's multiple defensive fronts, though his lack of elite athleticism limits his NFL ceiling. Fisher's value lies in his versatility as a chess piece who can play all three linebacker positions, his reliability in coverage assignments, and his prowess on special teams units where he excelled as both a coverage specialist and returner. While he may never develop into a three-down starter, Fisher projects as a valuable role player who can contribute immediately on special teams while developing into a situational defender.
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