Bucky Brooks’ scouting report: Week 17 vs. Saints

Cameron Jordan might have lost a step, but he remains a disruptive force at the point of attack. The veteran pass rusher comes in with three sacks, but his impact extends beyond the stat line. Jordan’s relentlessness and competitiveness fuel a unit that plays hard from the opening snap to the final whistle. With the Saints playing for pride, the veteran’s energy could ignite the defense in Week 17.

Demario Davis is aging like a fine wine as a middle linebacker who displays exceptional range, instincts and diagnostic skills in the twilight of his career. The 13-year-old pro is a tackling machine with the ability to create a turnover in crucial moments. In order for the Raiders to move the ball on the ground, they must pay attention to the No. 56 to prevent him from ruining the game from the second level.

Chase Young has quietly enjoyed a solid 2024 campaign. The former overall no. 2 pick has flashed disruptive potential as a pass rusher with 5.5 sacks and sustained pressure off the edge. A freak athlete with exceptional strength and power, Young can cause problems as one of the Saints’ designated playmakers on the front line.