Linebacker Rankings 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15 |
|
6-2
231lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
231lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 18 | 172.6 |
80.3
|
The film doesn't lie with Kiser – what you're getting is a throwback linebacker who excels against the run but will face challenges in... |
10 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 12 | 107.8 |
83.3
|
Jeffrey Bassa embodies the evolution of the modern NFL linebacker – a hybrid defender whose coverage instincts and blitz productivity align... |
22 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 27 | 255.3 |
77.3
|
The tape shows a player who understands his limitations and plays within himself. His success at Cal wasn't flashy, but rather built on... |
12 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.59
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.59 | 17 | 147.6 |
83.0
|
Simon brings a skill set tailor-made for specific roles rather than three-down dominance. His film reveals a linebacker with two clear... |
3 |
|
6-2
245lbs
4.58
|
LB |
|
245lbs | 6-2 | 4.58 | 6 | 74.8 |
85.9
|
Knight's film reveals a classic downhill MIKE linebacker with elite straight-line speed and natural blitz timing. His explosive first... |
51 |
|
6-2
220lbs
4.57
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-2 | 4.57 | 60 | 520.5 |
58.4
|
Accelerates rapidly and has a great feel for angles. Flowe isn’t huge, but Flowe packs a pop. He understands angles and takes very good... |
25 |
|
6-2
240lbs
4.56
|
LB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-2 | 4.56 | 22 | 215.8 |
75.0
|
Oliver projects as a versatile defensive weapon at the next level, with the potential to contribute in multiple roles. His pass-rushing... |
1 |
|
6-2
245lbs
4.50
|
LB |
|
245lbs | 6-2 | 4.50 | 1 | 16.9 |
87.4
|
Walker's explosiveness off the edge and development as an off-ball linebacker jump off the screen. His combination of twitch and power... |
47 |
|
6-2
215lbs
4.50
|
LB/ED |
|
215lbs | 6-2 | 4.50 | 50 | 449 |
62.4
|
Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the tackle's reach. An undersized but explosive athlete, Is a... |
50 |
|
6-1
233lbs
4.78
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-1 | 4.78 | 52 | 478 |
58.7
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on outside... |
45 |
|
6-1
220lbs
4.69
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-1 | 4.69 | 59 | 506.5 |
65.0
|
Work in progress as a pass rusher, with upfield burst and flexibility to dip and scrape. Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker... |
20 |
|
6-1
229lbs
4.69
|
LB |
|
229lbs | 6-1 | 4.69 | 24 | 235.4 |
78.0
|
The NFL transition for James will hinge entirely on scheme fit and role definition. The tape reveals a linebacker who flashes in specific... |