LB Jacob Rodriguez is ready to play 'any position' he needs to in the NFL

There's no denying that Jacob Rodriguez was a complete and utter star for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, especially during his senior season as they made a run to the College Football Playoff.

Now, Rodriguez is looking to the next level, entering the 2026 NFL Draft and competing at this year's Scouting Combine to prove that he is worth all of the hype.

While at the NFL Combine, Rodriguez shared that he had already visited with a number of teams, including the Chicago Bears, Denver Broncos, and more.

Comparing himself to Buffalo Bills linebackers Matt Milano and Terrel Bernard, he triggered a question from the media: Since the Bills are switching up their defensive game plan with fewer linebackers on the field, would that negatively impact him?

Jacob Rodriguez will play any position or scheme necessary

"I can play any position that they need me to play," Rodriguez said. "I can play out in space, I can play the mic, I can be the green dot, and I can be the bull. I think I can play any position that they bring up to me, and I think I'm very much capable of doing anything."

Of course, he conceded that it would be nice to see how Buffalo, Milano, and Bernard transition over the next season, but if he's a part of that, what better view of the adjustments than from inside the house?

While at Tech, Rodriguez lined up just about everywhere on the field, including seeing snaps on both sides of the ball.

Over four years with the Red Raiders, he earned 314 total tackles (180 solo), 13 forced fumbles, 12 pass deflections, six sacks, and six interceptions for 50 yards. He also earned two rushing touchdowns and two fumble returns for touchdowns.

ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. considers Rodriguez to be a top-10 linebacker in this year's draft class, but he isn't expected to hear his name called until the second or third round in the 2026 NFL Draft, which is scheduled to begin on Thursday, April 23.