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
35

OLB/ED
Jordan
Strachan

6-5 243lbs 4.70
OLB/ED
South Carolina   Mascot
South Carolina Mascot
243lbs 6-5 4.70 42 384.5
65.4
Strachan possesses an intriguing blend of size and movement skills. Strachan has good length, wide shoulders, and long arms, and Strachan...
26

OLB/ED
David
Ugwoegbu

6-4 250lbs 4.65
OLB/ED
Houston   Mascot
Houston Mascot
250lbs 6-4 4.65 32 298.5
74.8
Ugwoegbu shows good speed and closing burst when blitzing. He has an explosive first step and has the fluidity, flexibility and core...
2

LB
Payton
Wilson

6-4 233lbs 4.43
LB
PIT   Mascot
PIT Mascot
233lbs 6-4 4.43 6 54.8
86.9
Payton Wilson's draft projection is a complex blend of high-ceiling talent and injury history concern. His college career,...
31

OLB/ED
Taylor
Upshaw

6-3 254lbs 4.80
OLB/ED
Arizona   Mascot
Arizona Mascot
254lbs 6-3 4.80 37 340.5
73.2
Coordinated footwork and balance. Makes more plays in pass coverage than expected because of his natural football instincts. Brings down...
47

LB
Branden
Jennings

6-3 226lbs 4.80
LB
Mississippi State   Mascot
Mississippi State Mascot
226lbs 6-3 4.80 51 425
43.7
Tougher between the tackles than many expect. Fluid and quick drop into zone, covers enough ground to be Tampa-2 "MIKE" and knows where the...
39

OLB/ED
Mase
Funa

6-3 270lbs 4.70
OLB/ED
Oregon   Mascot
Oregon Mascot
270lbs 6-3 4.70 48 410
60.9
He’s an explosive mover who plays an aggressive, physical style. He’s extremely instinctive playing the run, and when Funa was at his best...
44

LB
Terrence
Lewis

6-3 190lbs 4.60
LB
UCF   Mascot
UCF Mascot
190lbs 6-3 4.60 46 404
49.2
Lewis will always try to plow into the largest piles and has a good knack of ending up glued to the ballcarrier. He’s a capable blitzer...
5

LB/ED
Chris
Braswell

6-3 251lbs 4.60
LB/ED
TB   Mascot
TB Mascot
251lbs 6-3 4.60 5 54.5
86.0
Chris Braswell enters the NFL Draft scene as a bit of a puzzle wrapped in Crimson Tide colors. On one hand, the guy's a dynamo on the edge,...
1

LB/ED
Dallas
Turner

6-3 247lbs 4.46
LB/ED
MIN   Mascot
MIN Mascot
247lbs 6-3 4.46 1 12.1
89.3
Dallas Turner's profile, marked by an impressive blend of size and eliet athleticism, has made him a name to watch for the NFL draft....
42

LB
Aaron
Brule

6-2 240lbs 4.80
LB
Michigan State   Mascot
Michigan State Mascot
240lbs 6-2 4.80 57 476
51.2
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on outside...
18

LB
Jaylan
Ford

6-2 240lbs 4.76
LB
NO   Mascot
NO Mascot
240lbs 6-2 4.76 20 168.3
78.4
Ford shows good quickness off the line of scrimmage and flashes the violent hands to win around the edge. He can be used as a rangy run...
23

LB
Jackson
Sirmon

6-2 235lbs 4.71
LB
California   Mascot
California Mascot
235lbs 6-2 4.71 29 246
77.0
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Sirmon has the size and strength to stack and shed blockers and...

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.
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.

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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.