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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
38 |
|
6-1
234lbs
4.66
|
LB |
|
234lbs | 6-1 | 4.66 | 72 | 625 |
73.7
|
Work in progress as a pass rusher, with upfield burst and flexibility to dip and scrape. Looks the part. Good height and a thick, muscular... |
46 |
|
6-2
233lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 57 | 544 |
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... |
25 |
|
6-4
232lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-4 | 4.65 | 43 | 440 |
78.7
|
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.... |
32 |
|
6-2
232lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 58 | 550.5 |
75.0
|
An undersized but explosive athlete, Is a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. He’s a fluid mover who reads, reacts and accelerates quickly.... |
12 |
|
6-0
230lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-0 | 4.70 | 16 | 124.3 |
84.3
|
Campbell's path to the next level hinges on whether NFL coaching staffs can maximize his elite pass rushing instincts while addressing the... |
35 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 55 | 540 |
74.0
|
Showed initial quickness and good flexibility to dip and bend. Simon has active hands and suddenness to his movements, demonstrating the... |
37 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 63 | 582 |
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... |
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... |
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... |
31 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 53 | 539.5 |
75.0
|
Henderson's prolific tackling ability and instinctive play against the run make him an intriguing mid-round prospect. His fit at the next... |
15 |
|
6-2
225lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-2 | 4.70 | 14 | 110.5 |
83.3
|
Boettcher's film reveals a quality technician whose understanding of defensive concepts and consistent execution make him an appealing... |
18 |
|
6-0
225lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-0 | 4.65 | 23 | 143.7 |
82.9
|