Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
|
6-0
205lbs
4.45
|
S |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.45 | 1 | 8 |
90.6
|
Good hustle player who puts himself in the action when he's not directly involved. Knows how to use his height and vertical leap. Reads... |
62 |
|
6-1
180lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 87 | 379 |
73.0
|
McCutchin enters the draft as a high-ceiling, low-floor prospect in the defensive backfield. His prototypical length and multi-position... |
63 |
|
6-0
187lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
187lbs | 6-0 | 4.45 | 88 | 380 |
73.0
|
Shows good instincts when facing the action in zone coverage, and Gray has solid ball skills. Has the quick feet to mirror receivers... |
38 |
|
5-10
180lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-10 | 4.45 | 38 | 156 |
82.3
|
Rivers could be an immediate contributor as a nickel corner with the athleticism and football IQ to develop into a potential starter.... |
46 |
|
6-1
189lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
189lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 51 | 207 |
81.0
|
A very quick and very confident cover corner plays bigger than his listed size when lined up in press coverage, delivering quick,... |
71 |
|
5-11
185lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 5-11 | 4.45 | 99 | 428 |
67.9
|
Chappell profiles as a day three selection with the potential to outplay his draft position. His skill set is best suited for nickel... |
84 |
|
6-1
185lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 215 | 926 |
42.5
|
A coordinated athlete with good footwork and balance. A heady cover player with above-average · feel and anticipation in space. Has... |
81 |
|
6-2
185lbs
4.46
|
S |
|
185lbs | 6-2 | 4.46 | 208 | 901 |
43.7
|
Tracks the ball well and has the natural ball skills for forcing turnovers. His ball skills are very good. Daniel-Sisavanh tracks the... |
65 |
|
5-10
191lbs
4.47
|
CB |
|
191lbs | 5-10 | 4.47 | 90 | 392 |
71.5
|
Can track the ball downfield and gets his head around when playing in a trail position, and Greene shows excellent ball skills when... |
4 |
|
6-0
190lbs
4.47
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-0 | 4.47 | 4 | 22 |
88.7
|
Shows the click-and-close ability to backpedal and the ball skills to make plays. Muhammad has loose hips to go along with good top-end... |
13 |
|
6-1
200lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
200lbs | 6-1 | 4.48 | 13 | 57 |
85.6
|
He’s a willing and capable hitter in run support and closes fast to make plays against quick screens. Aware zone cornerback who is also... |
25 |
|
6-4
235lbs
4.48
|
S |
|
235lbs | 6-4 | 4.48 | 25 | 106 |
83.2
|
Styles projects as a versatile chess piece in an NFL defense, capable of playing multiple roles depending on the scheme and situation.... |