Linebacker Rankings 2021 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72 |
|
6-2
241lbs
4.78
|
OLB/ED |
|
241lbs | 6-2 | 4.78 | 61 | 346.2 |
35.0
|
Has a filled-out frame with good thickness. Plays at full speed at all times with an active motor and determined quickness in pursuit. He... |
59 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.77
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.77 | 67 |
53.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | |
57 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 158 |
53.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | |
35 |
|
6-2
221lbs
4.75
|
OLB/ED |
|
221lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 96 | 653 |
60.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... |
42 |
|
6-2
245lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
245lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 59 | 371 |
73.0
|
Downhill defender and physical tackler. Uses his eyes to decipher and break down the play, showing good awareness and discipline to sniff... |
52 |
|
6-2
220lbs
4.74
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-2 | 4.74 | 162 |
54.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | |
31 |
|
6-2
251lbs
4.74
|
OLB/ED |
|
251lbs | 6-2 | 4.74 | 18 | 115.3 |
61.0
|
Brings down quarterbacks much bigger than he is. Very good motor and regularly chases down plays from behind. Flashes strength to punch... |
16 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.74
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.74 | 33 | 211.5 |
71.0
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... |
77 |
|
6-2
240lbs
4.73
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-2 | 4.73 | 56 | 326.3 |
30.0
|
Gives effort between the tackles to find the ball and is willing to take on linemen. Has good balance and short-area burst to stay on his... |
23 |
|
6-2
242lbs
4.72
|
OLB/ED |
|
242lbs | 6-2 | 4.72 | 66 | 382 |
64.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... |
41 |
|
6-2
225lbs
4.66
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-2 | 4.66 | 132 |
58.0
|
Good athlete. Shows a natural feel for pass rushing. Very good lateral agility to shake pass blockers. Keeps feet moving after initial... | |
69 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 28 | 189.2 |
49.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Good key and diagnosis skills. Quickly locates the ball and... |