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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19 |
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6-3
248lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
248lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 34 | 280.3 |
80.7
|
Barham's NFL fit hinges on his ability to leverage his strengths in run defense and pass rushing while improving his coverage skills. His... |
8 |
|
6-3
240lbs
4.52
|
LB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.52 | 6 | 62.8 |
85.1
|
Bailey will make an immediate impact as a designated pass rusher who can wreak havoc on passing downs, but the road to becoming an... |
1 |
|
6-3
235lbs
4.50
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-3 | 4.50 | 1 | 10.3 |
88.3
|
Hill brings a rare combination of downhill thumping and sideline-to-sideline range that will translate immediately at the next level.... |
25 |
|
6-3
225lbs
4.49
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-3 | 4.49 | 44 | 465 |
75.2
|
Sorey's journey to the NFL draft is a tale of untapped potential. His elite athleticism and tackling ability make him an intriguing... |
13 |
|
6-2
242lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
242lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 13 | 97.7 |
83.5
|
|
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... |
43 |
|
6-2
233lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 55 | 541 |
69.4
|
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... |
28 |
|
6-2
232lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 48 | 488 |
75.0
|
An undersized but explosive athlete, Is a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. He’s a fluid mover who reads, reacts and accelerates quickly.... |
33 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 56 | 547.5 |
74.0
|
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Flashes strength to punch or stiff-arm to get off... |
6 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 10 | 93 |
85.5
|
When flowing downhill, Bowen's instincts and closing burst make him a destructive force, though his occasional overpursuit leaves him... |
30 |
|
6-2
216lbs
4.61
|
LB |
|
216lbs | 6-2 | 4.61 | 38 | 359.5 |
74.0
|
Best attribute. Extreme quickness off the edge, has the flexibility to turn the corner. Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker... |
7 |
|
6-2
228lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
228lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 9 | 76.3 |
85.2
|
At the next level, we're looking at a true three-down linebacker who brings immediate impact potential in multiple defensive schemes. The... |