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
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...
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...
45

LB
Jake
Venables

6-2 235lbs 4.58
LB
Clemson   Mascot
Clemson Mascot
235lbs 6-2 4.58 50 417
45.9
Possesses strong upper body to be explosive and create turnovers as a tackler. Takes aggressive angles to the ball. Venables has violent...
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...
43

LB
Caleb
Johnson

6-1 235lbs 4.72
LB
Miami   Mascot
Miami Mascot
235lbs 6-1 4.72 45 403
49.4
Johnson has a compact build, but Johnson is a crafty edge player who is very good against the run. He sets the edge and effectively wards...
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...
41

LB
Teradja
Mitchell

6-2 245lbs 4.69
LB
Florida   Mascot
Florida Mascot
245lbs 6-2 4.69 54 445
54.0
In coverage, Mitchell shows excellent awareness and anticipation when dropping back into zone, and he has the fluidity and speed to run...
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...
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...
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...
37

LB
Keith
Brown

6-2 235lbs 4.66
LB
Washington State   Mascot
Washington State Mascot
235lbs 6-2 4.66 44 395.5
63.4
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. He’s at his best in coverage. He’s a fluid mover...
36

LB
Luke
Reimer

6-1 225lbs 4.52
LB
Nebraska   Mascot
Nebraska Mascot
225lbs 6-1 4.52 43 391
64.5
Reimer shows good speed and closing burst when blitzing. He’s built like a defensive back but hits like a linebacker. Milano has...

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.