Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18 |
|
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... |
14 |
|
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... |
75 |
|
5-11
170lbs
4.34
|
CB |
|
170lbs | 5-11 | 4.34 | 108 | 496.5 |
74.6
|
Closing speed and willingness to make the big hit make him one of the more versatile safeties in the class. Flashes good ball skills.... |
55 |
|
6-1
172lbs
4.50
|
CB |
|
172lbs | 6-1 | 4.50 | 71 | 277 |
78.5
|
Good instincts and anticipation reads and reacts with discipline. Dangerous with the ball in his hands. Shows good instincts when facing... |
93 |
|
6-0
175lbs
4.49
|
CB |
|
175lbs | 6-0 | 4.49 | 134 | 617 |
65.7
|
Can get up on the line of scrimmage and deliver a solid punch early in routes, then use that quickness to shadow, or back off and close... |
69 |
|
6-2
175lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
175lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 59 | 238.7 |
75.0
|
Trusts his eyes with very good awareness. Has very good reaction skills to break quickly on the ball. Has a nice blend of length, speed,... |
33 |
|
6-0
175lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
175lbs | 6-0 | 4.48 | 35 | 130 |
82.4
|
|
24 |
|
5-11
176lbs
4.44
|
CB |
|
176lbs | 5-11 | 4.44 | 26 | 105 |
83.5
|
|
35 |
|
6-0
177lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
177lbs | 6-0 | 4.55 | 36 | 139.5 |
81.8
|
His length and leaping ability allow him to high-point the ball and make plays. Calhoun would have had bigger interception numbers in... |
85 |
|
6-0
180lbs
4.60
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-0 | 4.60 | 116 | 555.5 |
71.4
|
Has the change-of-direction ability to mirror underneath but did solid work out of press and off coverage. Tracks the ball well downfield... |
83 |
|
6-2
180lbs
4.49
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-2 | 4.49 | 127 | 597.5 |
74.0
|
Has the change-of-direction ability to mirror underneath but did solid work out of press and off coverage. Alert defender for zone... |
77 |
|
6-1
180lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 106 | 495.5 |
74.2
|
McCutchin enters the draft as a high-ceiling, low-floor prospect in the defensive backfield. His prototypical length and multi-position... |