Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
25 |
|
6-1
201lbs
4.60
|
S |
|
201lbs | 6-1 | 4.60 | 24 | 105 |
82.6
|
He’s a willing and capable hitter in run support and closes fast to make plays against quick screens. Has the recovery speed to make up... |
26 |
|
5-11
181lbs
4.30
|
CB |
|
181lbs | 5-11 | 4.30 | 28 | 131 |
81.5
|
A very quick and very confident cover corner plays bigger than his listed size when lined up in press coverage, delivering quick,... |
27 |
|
6-2
219lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
219lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 32 | 141 |
81.3
|
Has good body control and balance to redirect and break down in the open field. Has the fluid athleticism and speed to cover tight ends... |
28 |
|
6-1
206lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
206lbs | 6-1 | 4.55 | 36 | 152 |
81.0
|
Has good football awareness to read and react quickly and stay balanced and patient in space. He’s tall-framed with long arms to match.... |
29 |
|
6-1
189lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
189lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 34 | 147 |
81.0
|
A very quick and very confident cover corner plays bigger than his listed size when lined up in press coverage, delivering quick,... |
30 |
|
5-9
170lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
170lbs | 5-9 | 4.35 | 39 | 156 |
80.8
|
Has a nice, low backpedal and shows the click-and-close ability to play off his man. Ponds also has the good long speed to turn and run as... |
31 |
|
6-5
223lbs
4.58
|
S |
|
223lbs | 6-5 | 4.58 | 42 | 159 |
80.7
|
McCullough projects as a versatile linebacker with the potential to excel in a modern pro-defense. His combination of size, speed, and... |
32 |
|
6-2
190lbs
4.30
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-2 | 4.30 | 53 | 168 |
80.4
|
Tony Grimes brings a tantalizing blend of measurables and raw talent to the cornerback position. His rare combination of size, speed, and... |
33 |
|
6-0
190lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-0 | 4.48 | 44 | 173 |
80.2
|
He’ll line up in press at times, where Braxton has a quick and powerful punch. His ball skills are good, and he plays with an extremely... |
34 |
|
6-0
190lbs
4.39
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-0 | 4.39 | 79 | 188 |
79.4
|
Harris possesses the athletic traits and coverage instincts coveted in today's NFL cornerbacks. His elite speed and fluidity translate well... |
35 |
|
6-0
205lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.48 | 50 | 210 |
78.0
|
|
36 |
|
6-0
195lbs
4.50
|
S |
|
195lbs | 6-0 | 4.50 | 54 | 237 |
76.0
|
Flashes intimidating attitude and will crush tiptoeing receivers across the middle. Flashes some physicality as a hitter. He’s... |