Linebacker Rankings 2024 NFL Draft

LSU Tigers quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) scrambles out the pocket against Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Dallas Turner (15) during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports
LSU Tigers quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) scrambles out the pocket against Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Dallas Turner (15) during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

LINEBACKER PROSPECT RANKINGS 2024 NFL DRAFT

The 2024 NFL Draft is bursting with exceptional linebacker talent, led by the duo from Clemson and a standout from Ohio State. Jeremiah Trotter Jr., son of the All-Pro NFL linebacker, brings a legacy to the Clemson Tigers. Trotter, a solid and well-disciplined player, notched 89 tackles, 13.5 TFLs, 6.5 sacks, and two interceptions, in 2022. While stands at just 6’0” and 230 pounds, showcasing stellar instincts and tackling prowess.

Clemson’s Barrett Carter was a coveted five-star recruit. Clocking in a 4.5-range in the forty, Carter demonstrates so serious versatility. In 2022, he logged 73 tackles, 10.5 TFLs, 5.5 sacks, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles. He is a do it all linebacker, with an attacking mindset and elite pass-rushing skills that make him a threat sideline to sideline.

Over at Ohio State, Tommy Eichenberg emerged as a notable 2024 prospect following a huge performance boost in 2022. Eichenberg, stands 6’2” and weighs in at 239-pound force, chalked up 120 tackles, 12 TFLs, and 2.5 sacks. He's an explosive athlete and possesses an always-on motor.
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Player Rankings - Linebacker

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
22

LB
Michael
Barrett

5-11 233lbs 4.50
LB
CAR   Mascot
CAR Mascot
233lbs 5-11 4.50 27 237.2
77.1
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Will stiff-arm linemen to stay free on some plays....
34

LB
Maema
Njongmeta

6-0 229lbs 4.91
LB
Wisconsin   Mascot
Wisconsin Mascot
229lbs 6-0 4.91 38 353.3
70.0
Reads the quarterback to anticipate and is a candidate to play outside. He’s a sure and violent wrap-up tackler with sideline-to-sideline...
28

LB
Easton
Gibbs

6-0 232lbs 4.73
LB
Wyoming   Mascot
Wyoming Mascot
232lbs 6-0 4.73 33 302
74.3
The talent is there as a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. Will stiff-arm linemen to stay free on some plays. Athletic enough to stay with...
19

LB
Darius
Muasau

6-0 225lbs 4.70
LB
NYG   Mascot
NYG Mascot
225lbs 6-0 4.70 24 229.4
78.3
Reads the quarterback to anticipate and is a candidate to play outside. Muasau shows good quickness off the line of scrimmage and flashes...
24

LB
Tatum
Bethune

6-0 229lbs 4.69
LB
SF   Mascot
SF Mascot
229lbs 6-0 4.69 28 239.5
76.8
He’s very good in coverage when looking into the backfield in zone coverage. Greet feel in coverage. Often arrives at the receiver at the...
46

LB
Braelen
Oliver

6-0 217lbs 4.67
LB
Georgia Tech   Mascot
Georgia Tech Mascot
217lbs 6-0 4.67 56 475.5
45.0
Oliver shows good quickness off the line of scrimmage and flashes the violent hands to win around the edge. He shows good speed and...
30

LB
Omar
Speights

6-0 229lbs 4.65
LB
LSU   Mascot
LSU Mascot
229lbs 6-0 4.65 30 255.3
74.1
Speights can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Speights also shows good awareness when...
17

LB
Tyrice
Knight

6-0 233lbs 4.63
LB
SEA   Mascot
SEA Mascot
233lbs 6-0 4.63 23 210.3
78.6
Closes quickly on relatively immobile quarterbacks. A consistently heavy hitter who flashes explosiveness and the ability to separate the...
6

LB
Jeremiah
Trotter Jr.

6-0 228lbs 4.60
LB
PHI   Mascot
PHI Mascot
228lbs 6-0 4.60 9 69.6
85.1
Jeremiah Trotter Jr.'s ability particularly in pass coverage and as a pass rusher, highlights his readiness for the professional level. His...
38

LB
Shane
Lee

6-0 240lbs 4.60
LB
USC   Mascot
USC Mascot
240lbs 6-0 4.60 47 407
61.3
Lee has the size and strength to stack and shed blockers and is especially fierce when moving downhill against the run. He has good...
15

LB
Edefuan
Ulofoshio

6-0 236lbs 4.56
LB
BUF   Mascot
BUF Mascot
236lbs 6-0 4.56 19 167.7
79.0
Has the combination of size and athleticism worthy of development. Ulofoshio has an explosive first step and has the fluidity, flexibility...
40

LB
Isaiah
Major

6-1 230lbs 4.80
LB
Florida A&M   Mascot
Florida A&M Mascot
230lbs 6-1 4.80 53 437
55.0
Major can be used as a rangy run defender inside, instinctive when it comes to locating the ball with the quickness to get to it before...

2024 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Linebacker

We've compared players post combine 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
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2024 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Linebacker

We've compared players 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.