Rodriguez is a high-IQ, downhill linebacker with excellent instincts and a physical play style. While undersized by NFL standards, he’s a proven tackler with sideline-to-sideline range and a knack for creating turnovers. Best suited as a MIKE/WILL in a 4-3 zone-match defense or hybrid 4-2-5 system that allows him to key and trigger. Adds value as a blitzer and special teamer early on. Will appeal to teams like Pittsburgh, Buffalo, or San Francisco that prioritize processing and toughness.