Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
28 |
|
6-2
236lbs
4.44
|
S |
|
236lbs | 6-2 | 4.44 | 28 | 113 |
83.3
|
Fluid mover with decent speed and his length allows him to cover effectively downfield He’s also very good in zone coverage, showing a... |
34 |
|
6-2
190lbs
4.41
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-2 | 4.41 | 32 | 126.3 |
82.1
|
|
37 |
|
6-2
215lbs
4.39
|
S |
|
215lbs | 6-2 | 4.39 | 37 | 151.7 |
81.3
|
Looking ahead to his NFL prospects, Nwankpa projects as a versatile safety with the potential to make an immediate impact in various... |
25 |
|
6-2
185lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
185lbs | 6-2 | 4.38 | 30 | 117.3 |
83.5
|
Has good ball skills to locate and attack the ball in the air. Has explosive movement skills and the fluid athleticism and... |
31 |
|
6-2
193lbs
4.34
|
CB |
|
193lbs | 6-2 | 4.34 | 31 | 119 |
82.7
|
Igbinosun's elite athleticism and length project well to the NFL level. His versatility allows him to function in both man and zone... |
53 |
|
6-2
190lbs
4.30
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-2 | 4.30 | 104 | 492.5 |
78.6
|
Tony Grimes brings a tantalizing blend of measurables and raw talent to the cornerback position. His rare combination of size, speed, and... |
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... |
96 |
|
6-3
184lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
184lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 139 | 631 |
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... |
39 |
|
6-3
194lbs
4.50
|
S |
|
194lbs | 6-3 | 4.50 | 44 | 174 |
81.2
|
Reads the QB and gets good breaks on the ball. Bigger hitter than his slight frame implies. Closes quickly and generates explosion. Has... |
76 |
|
6-4
235lbs
4.62
|
S |
|
235lbs | 6-4 | 4.62 | 109 | 503 |
74.3
|
Has a solid frame with a strong lower body and much improved bulk. Fluid and rangy with the coordination and loose hips to quickly change... |
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... |
61 |
|
6-5
223lbs
4.58
|
S |
|
223lbs | 6-5 | 4.58 | 90 | 377.5 |
78.0
|
McCullough projects as a versatile linebacker with the potential to excel in a modern pro-defense. His combination of size, speed, and... |