Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
37 |
|
6-2
215lbs
4.39
|
S |
|
215lbs | 6-2 | 4.39 | 37 | 153 |
82.2
|
Looking ahead to his NFL prospects, Nwankpa projects as a versatile safety with the potential to make an immediate impact in various... |
38 |
|
5-10
185lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 5-10 | 4.38 | 40 | 167 |
81.9
|
|
39 |
|
6-2
193lbs
4.34
|
CB |
|
193lbs | 6-2 | 4.34 | 41 | 173 |
81.5
|
Igbinosun's elite athleticism and length project well to the NFL level. His versatility allows him to function in both man and zone... |
40 |
|
5-11
181lbs
4.30
|
CB |
|
181lbs | 5-11 | 4.30 | 42 | 176 |
81.5
|
A very quick and very confident cover corner plays bigger than his listed size when lined up in press coverage, delivering quick,... |
41 |
|
6-2
219lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
219lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 46 | 186 |
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... |
42 |
|
6-3
190lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 47 | 188 |
81.2
|
Lee is currently rated as a developmental cornerback prospect with some intriguing physical tools but with limitations. His length and... |
43 |
|
6-1
189lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
189lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 49 | 196 |
81.0
|
A very quick and very confident cover corner plays bigger than his listed size when lined up in press coverage, delivering quick,... |
44 |
|
6-1
206lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
206lbs | 6-1 | 4.55 | 51 | 199 |
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.... |
45 |
|
5-9
170lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
170lbs | 5-9 | 4.35 | 54 | 203 |
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... |
46 |
|
6-5
223lbs
4.58
|
S |
|
223lbs | 6-5 | 4.58 | 55 | 204 |
80.7
|
McCullough projects as a versatile linebacker with the potential to excel in a modern pro-defense. His combination of size, speed, and... |
47 |
|
6-2
190lbs
4.30
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-2 | 4.30 | 57 | 215 |
80.4
|
Tony Grimes brings a tantalizing blend of measurables and raw talent to the cornerback position. His rare combination of size, speed, and... |
48 |
|
6-0
190lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-0 | 4.48 | 58 | 220 |
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... |