Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
24 |
|
5-11
176lbs
4.44
|
CB |
|
176lbs | 5-11 | 4.44 | 26 | 105 |
83.5
|
Zone coverage is where Harvey makes his money, and it shows on tape when he's reading routes and jumping passing lanes with conviction. But... |
23 |
|
6-2
204lbs
4.60
|
S |
|
204lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 18 | 92.7 |
83.5
|
Hubbard reads quarterbacks like he used to be one, which makes sense. His zone coverage is outstanding - breaks on balls with perfect... |
22 |
|
6-1
190lbs
4.34
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-1 | 4.34 | 20 | 99 |
83.6
|
Everette's combination of size, speed, and SEC pedigree creates an intriguing developmental prospect for teams willing to invest in his... |
21 |
|
6-1
200lbs
4.58
|
S |
|
200lbs | 6-1 | 4.58 | 15 | 79.5 |
83.7
|
Moore's ability to read quarterbacks and anticipate routes creates opportunities for impact plays in coverage, but that same reliance on... |
20 |
|
6-4
190lbs
4.51
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-4 | 4.51 | 16 | 79.6 |
83.7
|
Davis's towering frame and aggressive mentality make him a natural fit for press coverage schemes where he can use his length to disrupt... |
19 |
|
6-3
190lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 14 | 74.5 |
83.7
|
Lee's comfort in press situations and natural ball skills provide a foundation, but his struggles in zone concepts and modest athleticism... |
18 |
|
6-1
164lbs
4.43
|
CB |
|
164lbs | 6-1 | 4.43 | 24 | 102 |
83.8
|
Moten has shown he can rise to the occasion – just watch that Ohio State tape. His ball-hawking instincts and length give him legitimate... |
17 |
|
6-1
197lbs
4.28
|
CB |
|
197lbs | 6-1 | 4.28 | 17 | 81.2 |
83.8
|
Jackson's elite speed allows him to recover from coverage mistakes that would doom slower corners, yet his inconsistent route recognition... |
16 |
|
5-10
185lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 5-10 | 4.45 | 22 | 100 |
84.0
|
Wilson's zone coverage instincts and ball production translate immediately to NFL packages designed around creating turnovers, though his... |
15 |
|
6-1
193lbs
4.48
|
S |
|
193lbs | 6-1 | 4.48 | 19 | 98.5 |
84.0
|
The transition to the next level will test whether Nwokobia's exceptional instincts can overcome his physical limitations against elite... |
14 |
|
5-9
170lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
170lbs | 5-9 | 4.35 | 10 | 65 |
84.5
|
Ponds has that rare combination of instincts and athleticism that translates seamlessly to Sundays. His ability to consistently make... |
13 |
|
6-1
206lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
206lbs | 6-1 | 4.55 | 8 | 61.8 |
84.9
|
Sabb's film reveals both clear NFL traits and concerning limitations that will dictate his role at the next level. His effectiveness... |