Linebacker Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.80
|
LB/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.80 | 11 | 96 |
84.4
|
Jacas projects as a scheme-versatile edge defender with the potential to contribute in both 3-4 and 4-3 fronts at the next level. His... |
31 |
|
6-4
261lbs
4.76
|
LB/ED |
|
261lbs | 6-4 | 4.76 | 43 | 463 |
74.0
|
Melton can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Melton also shows good awareness when... |
13 |
|
6-2
242lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
242lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 13 | 97.7 |
83.5
|
|
14 |
|
6-1
235lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 16 | 126.5 |
82.9
|
|
11 |
|
6-0
230lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-0 | 4.70 | 12 | 97 |
84.3
|
Shows a burst to close. Flashes explosive hitting ability and good lateral and downfield pursuit. Campbell has good quickness and an... |
29 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 52 | 525.5 |
75.0
|
Henderson's prolific tackling ability and instinctive play against the run make him an intriguing mid-round prospect. His fit at the next... |
20 |
|
6-5
245lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-5 | 4.70 | 31 | 255 |
79.5
|
He’s at his best attacking downhill, showing good instincts and great take-on skills. Umanmielen shows good speed and closing burst when... |
41 |
|
6-3
250lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-3 | 4.70 | 54 | 536 |
70.0
|
The talent is there as a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. M'Pemba has an explosive first step and has the fluidity, flexibility and core... |
45 |
|
6-4
242lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
242lbs | 6-4 | 4.70 | 68 | 612.5 |
66.0
|
Koht can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Koht also shows good awareness when dropping... |
46 |
|
6-2
213lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
213lbs | 6-2 | 4.70 | 64 | 594 |
63.6
|
Wylie can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Wylie also shows good awareness when... |
35 |
|
6-1
234lbs
4.66
|
LB |
|
234lbs | 6-1 | 4.66 | 62 | 592 |
73.7
|
Work in progress as a pass rusher, with upfield burst and flexibility to dip and scrape. Looks the part. Good height and a thick, muscular... |
42 |
|
6-1
240lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 72 | 646.5 |
70.0
|
Thompson has the fluid movement skills and speed to turn and run in coverage against tight ends. Possesses strong upper body to be... |