Shad Banks Jr Draft Evaluation | All-Conference LB Film Breakdown

Shad Banks Jr. was a major recruit out of North Shore (Houston, TX), spent four seasons at TCU, and broke out in 2025 at UTSA with 90 tackles, 7.5 TFLs, 2 sacks, and 3 interceptions — earning First-Team All-AAC honors. In this 2026 NFL Draft film breakdown, we analyze Banks’ sideline-to-sideline speed, quick trigger, zone instincts, Tampa 2 range, blitz ability, and overall athletic profile. We also discuss areas for improvement, including play strength, frame concerns, and occasional angle discipline in the run game. Is Shad Banks Jr. a true Day 2 linebacker in the 2026 NFL Draft? Let’s break down the tape. #ShadBanksJr #UTSAFootball #NFLDraft #CFB #Linebacker #NFLDraft2026