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LSU linebacker Duke Riley, Vanderbilt linebacker Zach Cunningham show out at 2017 NFL Combine

LSU linebacker Duke Riley and Vanderbilt linebacker Zach Cunningham turned in big performances at the 2017 NFL Combine.

That’s not surprising, considering the SEC consistently has produced some of the NFL’s best defensive players.

Riley and Cunningham each displayed strong performances during linebacker drills on Sunday, according to Optimum Scouting owner Eric Galko.

#Vanderbilt's Zach Cunningham and #LSU's Duke Riley looked like the two best in linebacker drills. Both having impressive days overall.

— Eric Galko (@OptimumScouting) March 5, 2017

Riley, who led LSU with 93 tackles, led all linebackers in the 40-yard dash (4.