Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 |
|
6-0
207lbs
4.35
|
S |
|
207lbs | 6-0 | 4.35 | 4 | 27 |
87.2
|
Thieneman has legitimate first-round talent with the leadership qualities and versatile skill set defensive backfields covet. His... |
54 |
|
5-10
206lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
206lbs | 5-10 | 4.35 | 61 | 246.7 |
78.0
|
Great on route recognition and has click-and-close ability Does a good job getting his head around in time when playing with his back to... |
72 |
|
6-0
180lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-0 | 4.35 | 121 | 537 |
75.0
|
Reads receivers' routes and anticipates throws at the first down marker. Covers a lot of ground in a hurry when in space. Reads the... |
90 |
|
6-1
195lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
195lbs | 6-1 | 4.35 | 145 | 636 |
66.0
|
He’s a fluid athlete with excellent short-area quickness; Styles should be able to create separation, and he has the straight-line speed to... |
41 |
|
5-10
185lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 5-10 | 4.38 | 86 | 364 |
80.5
|
|
64 |
|
6-1
195lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
195lbs | 6-1 | 4.38 | 85 | 362 |
76.2
|
|
30 |
|
5-11
189lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
189lbs | 5-11 | 4.38 | 40 | 182.3 |
82.6
|
The 2025 season will determine whether Mathews can translate his obvious athletic gifts into consistent, polished cornerback play... |
24 |
|
6-2
185lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 6-2 | 4.38 | 24 | 116.3 |
83.5
|
Hill's physical tools create genuine intrigue for NFL evaluators, but the gap between his ceiling and floor remains uncomfortably... |
35 |
|
6-2
215lbs
4.39
|
S |
|
215lbs | 6-2 | 4.39 | 46 | 187 |
81.3
|
Looking ahead to his NFL prospects, Nwankpa projects as a versatile safety with the potential to make an immediate impact in various... |
4 |
|
5-11
180lbs
4.39
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-11 | 4.39 | 3 | 18.7 |
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... |
60 |
|
6-0
190lbs
4.39
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-0 | 4.39 | 91 | 392.5 |
77.4
|
Harris possesses the athletic traits and coverage instincts coveted in today's NFL cornerbacks. His elite speed and fluidity translate well... |
71 |
|
5-11
201lbs
4.39
|
S |
|
201lbs | 5-11 | 4.39 | 111 | 505 |
75.0
|
Eager to come downhill as a tackler and plays with a physical edge, and he’s effective as a blitzer. Good speed in pursuit with the chase... |