Linebacker Rankings 2021 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
55 |
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6-1
225lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 165 |
53.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
48 |
|
6-1
232lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 150 |
56.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... | |
49 |
|
6-2
225lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-2 | 4.82 | 90 | 563 |
56.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Good key and diagnosis skills. Quickly locates the ball and... |
50 |
|
5-11
223lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
223lbs | 5-11 | 4.82 | 97 | 655.5 |
56.0
|
Possesses a short, squatly build to slip through gaps quickly. Legitimate NFL-caliber instincts His versatility and commitment could give... |
13 |
|
6-1
235lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 17 | 112.7 |
79.0
|
Rice is one of a few Bulldog defenders likely to be picked this draft. He was widely considered the leader of the defense and got respect... |
62 |
|
6-0
226lbs
4.81
|
LB |
|
226lbs | 6-0 | 4.81 | 167 |
53.0
|
Possesses a short, squatly build to slip through gaps quickly. Legitimate NFL-caliber instincts A bit stiff but makes the clean... | |
70 |
|
6-1
231lbs
4.81
|
LB |
|
231lbs | 6-1 | 4.81 | 45 | 275.7 |
45.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Has recovery speed to get back into plays. Reliable open-field... |
39 |
|
6-2
232lbs
4.80
|
OLB/ED |
|
232lbs | 6-2 | 4.80 | 124 | 920 |
59.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Gives effort between the tackles to find the ball and is... |
3 |
|
6-4
260lbs
4.80
|
LB |
|
260lbs | 6-4 | 4.80 | 3 | 30 |
90.0
|
One of the top 5 edge players in the 2021 draft Zaven is expected to hear his name called towards the end of the first or early in the... |
78 |
|
6-6
240lbs
4.80
|
OLB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-6 | 4.80 | 86 | 640.5 |
30.0
|
Spends a lot of time outside the box in coverage, but he has the strength to hold the edge against large tight ends and linemen. Gives... |
64 |
|
6-3
240lbs
4.79
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.79 | 29 | 196.6 |
53.0
|
Tough between-the-tackles defender who shimmies past blockers to fill lanes. Downhill, aggressive run-stuffer with enough strength to stop... |
72 |
|
6-2
241lbs
4.78
|
OLB/ED |
|
241lbs | 6-2 | 4.78 | 61 | 346.2 |
35.0
|
Has a filled-out frame with good thickness. Plays at full speed at all times with an active motor and determined quickness in pursuit. He... |