Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
24 |
|
6-1
206lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
206lbs | 6-1 | 4.55 | 15 | 100 |
83.5
|
Sabb projects as a versatile safety with the potential to contribute early in sub-packages and special teams while developing into a... |
36 |
|
6-1
172lbs
4.50
|
CB |
|
172lbs | 6-1 | 4.50 | 37 | 151 |
82.6
|
Good instincts and anticipation reads and reacts with discipline. Dangerous with the ball in his hands. Shows good instincts when facing... |
68 |
|
6-1
186lbs
4.50
|
CB |
|
186lbs | 6-1 | 4.50 | 94 | 416 |
69.6
|
While built more like a cornerback than a safety, Green has the vision, range, hitting ability, and ball skills teams want at free safety... |
60 |
|
6-1
200lbs
4.50
|
S |
|
200lbs | 6-1 | 4.50 | 84 | 363 |
73.8
|
In the pro game, Spencer profiles as a versatile defensive back with the potential to contribute in multiple roles. His combination of... |
12 |
|
6-1
200lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
200lbs | 6-1 | 4.48 | 13 | 56 |
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... |
62 |
|
6-1
180lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 87 | 377 |
73.0
|
McCutchin enters the draft as a high-ceiling, low-floor prospect in the defensive backfield. His prototypical length and multi-position... |
45 |
|
6-1
189lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
189lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 52 | 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,... |
84 |
|
6-1
185lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 215 | 925 |
42.5
|
A coordinated athlete with good footwork and balance. A heady cover player with above-average · feel and anticipation in space. Has... |
33 |
|
6-1
187lbs
4.44
|
CB |
|
187lbs | 6-1 | 4.44 | 4 | 128 |
83.0
|
A scheme-diverse defensive back, Delane brings coveted versatility to NFL secondaries. His ability to diagnose plays quickly and mirror... |
29 |
|
6-1
219lbs
4.44
|
S |
|
219lbs | 6-1 | 4.44 | 29 | 120 |
83.1
|
Robert Spears-Jennings is a hard-hitting safety who thrives when he can play downhill and attack. His best football showed up when... |
20 |
|
6-1
164lbs
4.43
|
CB |
|
164lbs | 6-1 | 4.43 | 20 | 85 |
83.8
|
|
73 |
|
6-1
192lbs
4.42
|
CB |
|
192lbs | 6-1 | 4.42 | 102 | 447 |
65.0
|
Vickers can flip his hips and run, with good top-end speed and the length to make plays on the ball. Gets an effective jam on the receiver... |