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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.68 | 87 | 544 |
65.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... |
18 |
|
6-0
231lbs
4.66
|
LB |
|
231lbs | 6-0 | 4.66 | 38 | 222.5 |
68.0
|
Combines very good instincts with above-average reaction skills. Almost always finds the ball in traffic. Has enough hustle and... |
4 |
|
6-0
232lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-0 | 4.60 | 4 | 31.9 |
89.0
|
Seen by many as the second best inside linebacker prospect (after Micah Parsons), Bolton is explosive and can range from side to side... |
56 |
|
6-0
212lbs
4.52
|
LB |
|
212lbs | 6-0 | 4.52 | 147 |
53.0
|
Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the tackle's reach. Good closing speed with long arms to drag... | |
71 |
|
6-1
233lbs
4.98
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-1 | 4.98 | 40 | 243.8 |
35.0
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... |
60 |
|
6-1
235lbs
4.91
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.91 | 163 |
53.0
|
Big, aggressive hitter who can lay the wood. Has good awareness to quickly locate the ball, keeping his eyes up and on point. A bit stiff... | |
53 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.88
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.88 | 164 |
54.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
55 |
|
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... | |
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... |
36 |
|
6-1
228lbs
4.82
|
OLB/ED |
|
228lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 104 | 694 |
60.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... |
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... |