Taurean York is one of the most instinctive and technically sound linebackers in the 2026 class. A two-year starter at Texas A&M, he plays the game with high-level processing, elite tackling consistency, and impressive leadership—he was named a team captain as a sophomore. While he lacks prototypical length, York compensates with rapid key-and-diagnose ability, functional play strength, and the lateral quickness to flow sideline to sideline. His tape shows a player always around the football. Ideal fit in a 4-2-5 or hybrid front where he can operate as a MIKE or WILL in zone-heavy or read-and-react systems that allow his football IQ to shine.