Linebacker Rankings 2025 NFL Draft

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LAST UPDATED: 02/15/2025

Player Rankings - Linebacker

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
13

LB
Lander
Barton

6-4 236lbs 4.55
LB
Utah   Mascot
Utah Mascot
236lbs 6-4 4.55 10 87.7
83.1
Barton's tape screams modern NFL linebacker. His range and coverage chops jump off the screen, flashing the ability to erase tight ends...
14

LB/ED
David
Bailey

6-3 240lbs 4.52
LB/ED
Stanford   Mascot
Stanford Mascot
240lbs 6-3 4.52 17 143
83.1
A high-ceiling, low-floor prospect with the tools to become an impact player at the next level. His elite first-step quickness and...
15

LB/ED
David
Walker

6-1 267lbs 4.65
LB/ED
Central Arkansas   Mascot
Central Arkansas Mascot
267lbs 6-1 4.65 14 125.5
82.8
A compact, explosive edge defender who wins with natural leverage and violent hands at the point of attack. Brings scheme versatility...
16

LB
Karene
Reid

6-0 231lbs 4.75
LB
Utah   Mascot
Utah Mascot
231lbs 6-0 4.75 27 227.7
82.4
Reid's skill set suggests potential as a sub-package linebacker and core special teamer at the next level. His instincts and production...
17

LB/ED
Jalen
McLeod

6-1 247lbs 4.64
LB/ED
Auburn   Mascot
Auburn Mascot
247lbs 6-1 4.64 30 241
82.4
After breaking down McLeod's tape, I'm convinced he's going to make defensive coordinators very happy at the next level. The film against...
18

LB
Jack
Kiser

6-1 227lbs 4.68
LB
Notre Dame   Mascot
Notre Dame Mascot
227lbs 6-1 4.68 20 165.7
82.2
Kiser profiles as a high-floor, low-ceiling prospect at the next level. His instincts and run-stopping ability project him as a potential...
19

LB
Jamon
Dumas-Johnso...

6-0 246lbs 4.64
LB
Kentucky   Mascot
Kentucky Mascot
246lbs 6-0 4.64 21 171.6
82.1
Dumas-Johnson projects as a high-floor prospect with the potential to be an immediate contributor in the NFL. His combination of size,...
20

LB
Teddye
Buchanan

6-2 236lbs 4.68
LB
California   Mascot
California Mascot
236lbs 6-2 4.68 31 248
82.0
The tape shows a player who understands his limitations and plays within himself. His success at Cal wasn't flashy, but rather built on...
21

LB
Jaishawn
Barham

6-3 248lbs 4.55
LB
Michigan   Mascot
Michigan Mascot
248lbs 6-3 4.55 43 345.5
82.0
Barham's NFL fit hinges on his ability to leverage his strengths in run defense and pass rushing while improving his coverage skills. His...
22

LB/ED
Oluwafemi
Oladejo

6-3 261lbs 4.70
LB/ED
UCLA   Mascot
UCLA Mascot
261lbs 6-3 4.70 15 131.7
81.9
The NFL transition won't be seamless for Oladejo, but his versatility offers intriguing possibilities for a patient coaching staff. His...
23

LB
Cody
Lindenberg

6-2 239lbs 4.62
LB
Minnesota   Mascot
Minnesota Mascot
239lbs 6-2 4.62 23 183.8
81.6
Looking ahead to the NFL, Lindenberg fits as a potential three-down linebacker who could make an immediate impact as a two-down player...
24

LB/ED
Que
Robinson

6-4 236lbs 4.60
LB/ED
Alabama   Mascot
Alabama Mascot
236lbs 6-4 4.60 22 180.3
81.5
Raw but toolsy edge defender with the frame and twitch to develop into a situational pass rusher. Shows juice off the edge with natural...

2025 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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2025 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.