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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14 |
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6-4
232lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-4 | 4.65 | 18 | 234 |
80.3
|
James Williams enters the NFL Draft as a versatile defensive asset, with a skill set that makes him a dual threat at linebacker and safety.... |
21 |
|
6-2
232lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 37 | 411 |
70.0
|
An undersized but explosive athlete, Is a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. He’s a fluid mover who reads, reacts and accelerates quickly.... |
4 |
|
6-0
216lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
216lbs | 6-0 | 4.65 | 4 | 61 |
85.3
|
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Harris has a compact build, but Harris is a crafty... |
35 |
|
6-2
233lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 93 | 826 |
50.1
|
He’s an instinctive and active chase-and-tackle 4-3 Will, with the speed to go sideline to sideline. Aguirre takes excellent angles. He... |
36 |
|
6-3
215lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 94 | 840 |
49.6
|
Has the fluid hips and long arms to turn and run with tight ends, as well as excellent range when dropping into zone coverage. The talent... |
29 |
|
6-0
220lbs
4.64
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-0 | 4.64 | 64 | 596 |
59.3
|
Keeps feet moving after initial contact. Jumps inside as a counter to typical rush, but needs to show a larger variety of moves. Flashes... |
5 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 5 | 68 |
85.0
|
Possesses strong upper body to be explosive and create turnovers as a tackler. Takes aggressive angles to the ball. Closes quickly on... |
23 |
|
6-2
216lbs
4.61
|
LB |
|
216lbs | 6-2 | 4.61 | 42 | 433 |
67.2
|
Best attribute. Extreme quickness off the edge, has the flexibility to turn the corner. Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker... |
22 |
|
6-1
221lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
221lbs | 6-1 | 4.60 | 41 | 432 |
67.2
|
Kollie faces an uphill battle to carve out a role in the NFL. His tweener frame and limited collegiate production suggest he'll likely be a... |
31 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 75 | 678 |
56.8
|
Greet feel in coverage. Often arrives at the receiver at the same time as the ball, giving up few yards after the catch. Possesses... |
6 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 4 | 75 |
84.5
|
A high-ceiling, three-down linebacker prospect with the versatility to fit multiple defensive schemes. Displays the range and athleticism... |
13 |
|
6-3
245lbs
4.60
|
LB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.60 | 17 | 222 |
80.6
|
Moore projects as a high-upside edge rusher in the NFL, with the potential to make an immediate impact as a situational pass rusher. His... |