Linebacker Rankings 2022 NFL Draft
LAST UPDATED: 03/31/2022
Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
16 |
6-3
243lbs
4.69
|
OLB/ED |
|
243lbs | 6-3 | 4.69 | 15 | 89.1 |
81.1
|
DeAngelo Malone is a bit of a tweener - he was primarily a defensive end on the edge at Western Kentucky and put up a constant stream of... | |
74 |
6-3
231lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
231lbs | 6-3 | 4.68 | 91 | 710 |
38.2
|
Shows a burst to close. Flashes explosive hitting ability and good lateral and downfield pursuit.Closes quickly on relatively immobile... | |
78 |
6-3
237lbs
4.67
|
OLB/ED |
|
237lbs | 6-3 | 4.67 | 89 | 655.5 |
27.0
|
Has enough athleticism to drop in coverage and penetrate the pocket. Has good experience as a four-year starter.Flashes strength to punch... | |
61 |
6-0
228lbs
4.67
|
LB |
|
228lbs | 6-0 | 4.67 | 64 | 474.7 |
58.0
|
A bit stiff in the hips but breaks down well and delivers forceful contact, flashing the ability to create turnovers.Possesses a short,... | |
3 |
6-3
237lbs
4.66
|
OLB |
|
237lbs | 6-3 | 4.66 | 1 | 18.2 |
89.9
|
Devin Lloyd has pretty much everything scouts look for in a pro-ready weakside linebacker - he's fast, a hard hitter, who wraps well, and... | |
70 |
6-1
224lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
224lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 32 | 652 |
54.2
|
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... | |
17 |
6-1
224lbs
4.65
|
OLB |
|
224lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 18 | 122.4 |
79.9
|
Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the tackle's reach. Reads quarterbacks eyes and reacts... | |
71 |
6-1
225lbs
4.64
|
OLB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.64 | 90 | 662 |
53.0
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... | |
50 |
6-4
240lbs
4.63
|
OLB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-4 | 4.63 | 61 | 442 |
62.0
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... | |
42 |
6-1
230lbs
4.63
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.63 | 49 | 344 |
67.2
|
Reads quarterbacks eyes and reacts quickly to targets in zone coverage.Is a gifted athlete with an impressive frame and a lot of raw... | |
28 |
6-5
235lbs
4.63
|
OLB/ED |
|
235lbs | 6-5 | 4.63 | 32 | 248 |
76.5
|
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... | |
25 |
6-1
240lbs
4.63
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-1 | 4.63 | 25 | 182.7 |
78.0
|
Downhill defender and physical tackler. Uses his eyes to decipher and break down the play, showing good awareness and discipline to sniff... |












