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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8 |
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6-3
240lbs
4.52
|
LB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.52 | 9 | 115 |
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... |
1 |
|
6-3
235lbs
4.50
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-3 | 4.50 | 1 | 21 |
88.7
|
He’s excellent changing direction, an agile mover who can win by countering inside and exploding with impressive burst when... |
18 |
|
6-3
225lbs
4.49
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-3 | 4.49 | 29 | 333 |
74.8
|
Sorey's journey to the NFL draft is a tale of untapped potential. His elite athleticism and tackling ability make him an intriguing... |
38 |
|
6-2
213lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
213lbs | 6-2 | 4.70 | 109 | 968 |
37.5
|
Wylie can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Wylie also shows good awareness when... |
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... |
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.... |
24 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 43 | 443 |
65.8
|
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... |
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... |
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... |
28 |
|
6-2
203lbs
4.55
|
LB/ED |
|
203lbs | 6-2 | 4.55 | 62 | 564 |
60.0
|
Dillworth has the classic frame and long arms with some explosion, power and ability to close. He’s quick to react and locate the ball,... |