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
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...
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...
27

LB
Dallas
Gant

6-2 224lbs 4.58
LB
Toledo   Mascot
Toledo Mascot
224lbs 6-2 4.58 34 307
74.5
Ferocious against the run and very good in coverage, is extremely versatile. Despite his build, Gant holds up well in traffic and makes a...
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...
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...
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...
21

LB
Steele
Chambers

6-1 226lbs 4.58
LB
Ohio State   Mascot
Ohio State Mascot
226lbs 6-1 4.58 25 230.6
78.1
Chambers 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...
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...
11

LB
Jordan
Magee

6-1 228lbs 4.55
LB
WSH   Mascot
WSH Mascot
228lbs 6-1 4.55 21 168.4
80.8
Jordan Magee's NFL draft profile underscores his strengths as a high-motor linebacker with an aggressive playstyle and significant upside...
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...
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...
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...

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.