What happened: Sixth-round pick Namdi Obiazor, the linebacker out of TCU taken at No. 212, spent most of spring practices running with the third unit on defense. He worked behind starters Robert Spillane and Christian Elliss, as well as more experienced backups K.J. Britt and Chad Muma.

Why it matters: As a late-Day 3 selection, Obiazor faces a crowded veteran linebacker room and a steep climb to a roster spot. With Spillane and Elliss established atop the depth chart and Britt and Muma providing experienced depth, special teams looms as the most realistic early path to earning a role.

What to watch: Watch how Obiazor is deployed once training camp and preseason games open, particularly on special teams, where late-round linebackers most often carve out a job.