Linebacker Rankings 2025 NFL Draft

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LAST UPDATED: 03/20/2025

Player Rankings - Linebacker

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
8

LB/ED
David
Walker

6-2 260lbs 4.69
LB/ED
Central Arkansas   Mascot
Central Arkansas Mascot
260lbs 6-2 4.69 13 119
83.6
Walker projects as a specialized rotational pass rusher who could provide immediate spark in third-down packages while developing a more...
20

LB
Shemar
James

6-1 229lbs 4.69
LB
Florida   Mascot
Florida Mascot
229lbs 6-1 4.69 23 231.6
78.0
The NFL transition for James will hinge entirely on scheme fit and role definition. The tape reveals a linebacker who flashes in specific...
32

LB
Keenan
Pili

6-3 240lbs 4.69
LB
Tennessee   Mascot
Tennessee Mascot
240lbs 6-3 4.69 44 335
74.0
37

LB/ED
J.J.
Weaver

6-5 255lbs 4.69
LB/ED
Kentucky   Mascot
Kentucky Mascot
255lbs 6-5 4.69 48 384.5
72.0
J.J. Weaver profiles as a rotational edge defender with scheme-specific value in a 3-4 system. His positional flexibility and refined...
45

LB
Khari
Coleman

6-1 220lbs 4.69
LB
Ole Miss   Mascot
Ole Miss Mascot
220lbs 6-1 4.69 59 506.5
65.0
Work in progress as a pass rusher, with upfield burst and flexibility to dip and scrape. Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker...
49

LB
Mason
Cobb

6-0 230lbs 4.70
LB
USC   Mascot
USC Mascot
230lbs 6-0 4.70 61 529.5
60.6
Cobb has excellent awareness in zone coverage. In coverage, Cobb shows excellent awareness and anticipation when dropping back into zone,...
4

LB
Carson
Schwesinger

6-2 225lbs 4.70
LB
UCLA   Mascot
UCLA Mascot
225lbs 6-2 4.70 5 53.9
85.2
Schwesinger currently fits the bill of a developmental WILL linebacker with core special teams value out of the gate. Shows natural...
13

LB/ED
Oluwafemi
Oladejo

6-3 250lbs 4.70
LB/ED
UCLA   Mascot
UCLA Mascot
250lbs 6-3 4.70 11 89.9
82.4
The NFL transition won't be seamless for Oladejo, but his versatility offers intriguing possibilities for a patient coaching staff. His...
23

LB
Cody
Lindenberg

6-3 240lbs 4.71
LB
Minnesota   Mascot
Minnesota Mascot
240lbs 6-3 4.71 22 221.6
77.0
Looking ahead to the NFL, Lindenberg fits as a potential three-down linebacker who could make an immediate impact as a two-down player...
34

LB
Power
Echols

6-0 225lbs 4.73
LB
North Carolina   Mascot
North Carolina Mascot
225lbs 6-0 4.73 41 319.5
73.7
A high-motor second-level defender with the range and athleticism to contribute in multiple phases. Thrives in space where his closing...
19

LB
Karene
Reid

6-0 226lbs 4.75
LB
Utah   Mascot
Utah Mascot
226lbs 6-0 4.75 27 251.8
79.0
What jumps out immediately is his comfort working in the intermediate areas of the field, where his instincts and quick processing allow...
50

LB
Derek
Wingo

6-1 233lbs 4.78
LB
Florida   Mascot
Florida Mascot
233lbs 6-1 4.78 52 478
58.7
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...

2025 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Linebacker

We've compared players post combine 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.

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2025 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Linebacker

We've compared players 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.