Some Relief, More Excitement For Williams and Hackett at Linebacker

FAYETTEVILLE – Khalia Hackett didn’t say a quiet “thank you” when he was told he was moving back the strongside linebacker spot. He thought about it, though.

The former high school safety prefers the freedom that comes on the outside. Williams chuckled about the whole ordeal Wednesday.

“Love playing in space. Love being able to see things,” Hackett said. “The more I can see better out there, I’m able to react faster to things. Love that I’m back at the SAM position.”

It is the spot Hackett began at the start of spring practice. After a couple weeks working there and looking sharp, the coaching staff moved him to the middle. His athleticism, they hoped, would play up there. He is a bit taller…