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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 |
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6-2
239lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 12 | 96.3 |
85.5
|
When flowing downhill, Bowen's instincts and closing burst make him a destructive force, though his occasional overpursuit leaves him... |
33 |
|
6-2
216lbs
4.61
|
LB |
|
216lbs | 6-2 | 4.61 | 42 | 373 |
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 | 8 | 63.6 |
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... |
2 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 3 | 38.6 |
87.8
|
When I study Lawson's tape, I see a blue-chip linebacker prospect whose combination of instincts and physicality will make him an immediate... |
43 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 75 | 656.5 |
70.4
|
Greet feel in coverage. Often arrives at the receiver at the same time as the ball, giving up few yards after the catch. Possesses... |
39 |
|
6-2
203lbs
4.55
|
LB/ED |
|
203lbs | 6-2 | 4.55 | 62 | 575.5 |
73.0
|
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,... |
40 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.48
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 50 | 484 |
72.8
|
Murphy's tape screams "boom or bust" prospect, with tantalizing physical traits but limited production. His elite athleticism and... |
30 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.44
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.44 | 37 | 283.7 |
75.0
|
Shows the closing burst and footwork to work well in tight areas. Rojas can be used as a rangy run defender inside, instinctive when it... |
16 |
|
6-2
236lbs
4.44
|
LB |
|
236lbs | 6-2 | 4.44 | 19 | 128 |
83.3
|
Omosigho embodies the modern NFL linebacker prototype that defensive coordinators desperately seek - a rangy athlete who can handle... |
10 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.80
|
LB/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.80 | 11 | 91.2 |
84.4
|
There's genuine NFL-caliber ability in Jacas' game, though teams will need to carefully evaluate what they're getting versus what they hope... |
44 |
|
6-3
250lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-3 | 4.70 | 56 | 543 |
70.0
|
The talent is there as a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. M'Pemba has an explosive first step and has the fluidity, flexibility and core... |
47 |
|
6-3
215lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 69 | 612 |
68.0
|
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... |