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 | 115.8 |
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 | 11 | 67 |
84.5
|
Ponds has that rare combination of instincts and athleticism that translates seamlessly to Sundays. His ability to consistently make... |
73 |
|
5-11
170lbs
4.34
|
CB |
|
170lbs | 5-11 | 4.34 | 109 | 520.5 |
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.... |
52 |
|
6-1
172lbs
4.50
|
CB |
|
172lbs | 6-1 | 4.50 | 68 | 278 |
78.5
|
Good instincts and anticipation reads and reacts with discipline. Dangerous with the ball in his hands. Shows good instincts when facing... |
91 |
|
6-0
175lbs
4.49
|
CB |
|
175lbs | 6-0 | 4.49 | 142 | 638.5 |
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... |
31 |
|
6-0
175lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
175lbs | 6-0 | 4.48 | 34 | 143.5 |
82.4
|
|
70 |
|
6-2
175lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
175lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 62 | 252.7 |
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,... |
23 |
|
5-11
176lbs
4.44
|
CB |
|
176lbs | 5-11 | 4.44 | 22 | 105.5 |
83.5
|
Zone coverage is where Harvey makes his money, and it shows on tape when he's reading routes and jumping passing lanes with conviction. But... |
33 |
|
6-0
177lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
177lbs | 6-0 | 4.55 | 33 | 141 |
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... |
83 |
|
6-0
180lbs
4.60
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-0 | 4.60 | 118 | 578.5 |
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... |
81 |
|
6-2
180lbs
4.49
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-2 | 4.49 | 131 | 611.5 |
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... |
9 |
|
5-10
180lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-10 | 4.45 | 7 | 43.4 |
85.7
|
Rivers could be an immediate contributor as a nickel corner with the athleticism and football IQ to develop into a potential starter.... |