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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
26 |
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6-1
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 47 | 465 |
63.6
|
Showed initial quickness and good flexibility to dip and bend. Simon has active hands and suddenness to his movements, demonstrating the... |
32 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.48
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 79 | 698 |
56.0
|
Murphy's tape screams "boom or bust" prospect, with tantalizing physical traits but limited production. His elite athleticism and... |
16 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 22 | 254 |
79.7
|
Henderson's prolific tackling ability and instinctive play against the run make him an intriguing mid-round prospect. His fit at the next... |
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... |
7 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.45
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 3 | 120 |
83.1
|
Harold Perkins Jr. is a dynamic playmaker with elite sideline-to-sideline range and exceptional burst. His ability to excel in multiple... |
22 |
|
6-1
221lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
221lbs | 6-1 | 4.60 | 41 | 432 |
67.2
|
Kollie faces an uphill battle to carve out a role in the NFL. His tweener frame and limited collegiate production suggest he'll likely be a... |
29 |
|
6-0
220lbs
4.64
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-0 | 4.64 | 64 | 596 |
59.3
|
Keeps feet moving after initial contact. Jumps inside as a counter to typical rush, but needs to show a larger variety of moves. Flashes... |
20 |
|
6-0
220lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-0 | 4.55 | 35 | 386 |
72.0
|
Bowles has good quickness and an excellent understanding of angles, often beating blockers to the spot. Intelligent player who can play... |
4 |
|
6-0
216lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
216lbs | 6-0 | 4.65 | 4 | 61 |
85.3
|
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Harris has a compact build, but Harris is a crafty... |
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... |
36 |
|
6-3
215lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 94 | 840 |
49.6
|
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... |
17 |
|
6-6
215lbs
4.56
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-6 | 4.56 | 26 | 287 |
77.5
|
Gentry has quickness in his hands and uses his length effectively. He plays bigger than his listed size, with the functional strength and... |