Cornerback Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
|
6-0
190lbs
4.47
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-0 | 4.47 | 6 | 35.7 |
87.9
|
Muhammad brings immediate value as a defender who can contribute in multiple packages from day one. What jumps off the tape is his natural... |
2 |
|
6-0
193lbs
4.52
|
CB |
|
193lbs | 6-0 | 4.52 | 2 | 15.5 |
87.7
|
McCoy brings scheme versatility that allows him to excel in multiple systems, though he'll particularly shine in defenses emphasizing... |
3 |
|
5-11
180lbs
4.39
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-11 | 4.39 | 3 | 19 |
87.3
|
Terrell thrives in a defense that lets corners challenge receivers at the line and trusts them to recover if beaten. His fluid hips and... |
4 |
|
6-1
191lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
191lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 5 | 28.3 |
87.1
|
Harris has true CB1 potential written all over his game. His blend of size, physicality, and fluid athleticism makes him scheme-versatile,... |
5 |
|
5-10
180lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-10 | 4.45 | 7 | 54.3 |
85.7
|
Rivers could be an immediate contributor as a nickel corner with the athleticism and football IQ to develop into a potential starter.... |
6 |
|
6-2
219lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
219lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 12 | 70.4 |
85.1
|
With Kilgore you're watching a defensive back whose run support jumps off the screen while his coverage skills remain a work in progress.... |
7 |
|
6-1
187lbs
4.44
|
CB |
|
187lbs | 6-1 | 4.44 | 13 | 70.8 |
85.0
|
When the tape stops rolling on Mansoor Delane, you're left with a study in contrasts. The instincts leap off the screen – he processes... |
8 |
|
5-9
170lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
170lbs | 5-9 | 4.35 | 10 | 65 |
84.5
|
Ponds has that rare combination of instincts and athleticism that translates seamlessly to Sundays. His ability to consistently make... |
9 |
|
5-10
185lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 5-10 | 4.45 | 22 | 100 |
84.0
|
Wilson's zone coverage instincts and ball production translate immediately to NFL packages designed around creating turnovers, though his... |
11 |
|
6-1
164lbs
4.43
|
CB |
|
164lbs | 6-1 | 4.43 | 24 | 102 |
83.8
|
Moten has shown he can rise to the occasion – just watch that Ohio State tape. His ball-hawking instincts and length give him legitimate... |
10 |
|
6-1
197lbs
4.28
|
CB |
|
197lbs | 6-1 | 4.28 | 17 | 81.2 |
83.8
|
Jackson's elite speed allows him to recover from coverage mistakes that would doom slower corners, yet his inconsistent route recognition... |
13 |
|
6-3
190lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 14 | 74.5 |
83.7
|
Lee's comfort in press situations and natural ball skills provide a foundation, but his struggles in zone concepts and modest athleticism... |