Adding depth at inside linebacker was likely the thinking behind the Washington Redskins selecting Martrell Spaight with the first of two fifth-round picks in the 2015 NFL draft.
The former Arkansas hitting machine seems a natural candidate to switch to the inside of Washington's 3-4 defense. The nature of that scheme will be very important for Spaight's possible development.
Specifically, new defensive coordinator Joe Barry will need to keep the player covered up in the middle. That's certainly achievable, thanks to the increased use of one-gap techniques the Redskins are planning along the line ahead of the new season.