Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
78 |
|
5-11
185lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 5-11 | 4.45 | 74 | 299 |
74.0
|
Chappell profiles as a day three selection with the potential to outplay his draft position. His skill set is best suited for nickel... |
42 |
|
5-10
185lbs
4.41
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 5-10 | 4.41 | 45 | 186 |
80.1
|
Has the change-of-direction ability to mirror underneath but did solid work out of press and off coverage. He’s a willing and capable... |
41 |
|
5-10
185lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 5-10 | 4.38 | 86 | 364 |
80.5
|
|
24 |
|
6-2
185lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 6-2 | 4.38 | 24 | 116.3 |
83.5
|
Hill's physical tools create genuine intrigue for NFL evaluators, but the gap between his ceiling and floor remains uncomfortably... |
94 |
|
6-3
184lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
184lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 149 | 639 |
62.3
|
Has the change-of-direction ability to mirror underneath but did solid work out of press and off coverage. Instincts are outstanding, and... |
44 |
|
5-11
181lbs
4.30
|
CB |
|
181lbs | 5-11 | 4.30 | 58 | 229 |
80.0
|
A very quick and very confident cover corner plays bigger than his listed size when lined up in press coverage, delivering quick,... |
83 |
|
6-0
180lbs
4.60
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-0 | 4.60 | 129 | 585.5 |
71.4
|
Has the change-of-direction ability to mirror underneath but did solid work out of press and off coverage. Tracks the ball well downfield... |
81 |
|
6-2
180lbs
4.49
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-2 | 4.49 | 142 | 623 |
74.0
|
Has the change-of-direction ability to mirror underneath but did solid work out of press and off coverage. Alert defender for zone... |
9 |
|
5-10
180lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-10 | 4.45 | 8 | 48.8 |
85.7
|
Rivers could be an immediate contributor as a nickel corner with the athleticism and football IQ to develop into a potential starter.... |
75 |
|
6-1
180lbs
4.45
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 117 | 526.5 |
74.2
|
McCutchin enters the draft as a high-ceiling, low-floor prospect in the defensive backfield. His prototypical length and multi-position... |
4 |
|
5-11
180lbs
4.39
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-11 | 4.39 | 3 | 18.7 |
87.3
|
Terrell thrives in a defense that lets corners challenge receivers at the line and trusts them to recover if beaten. His fluid hips and... |
72 |
|
6-0
180lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 6-0 | 4.35 | 121 | 537 |
75.0
|
Reads receivers' routes and anticipates throws at the first down marker. Covers a lot of ground in a hurry when in space. Reads the... |