Linebacker Rankings 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
37 |
|
6-5
255lbs
4.69
|
LB/ED |
|
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... |
38 |
|
6-3
235lbs
4.61
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-3 | 4.61 | 49 | 394 |
71.0
|
A high-motor linebacker with three-down potential, Bywater brings versatility and special teams value to an NFL roster. His instincts and... |
39 |
|
6-1
233lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-1 | 4.68 | 56 | 494 |
70.3
|
Cerebral player, quick to react to twists and stunts up front, and Haladay shows an excellent understanding of angles when moving out as a... |
40 |
|
6-3
245lbs
4.48
|
LB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.48 | 55 | 488.5 |
70.0
|
Sherman flashes the take-on skills and functional strength to play the middle of a 4-3. He has violent hands and consistently breaks away... |
41 |
|
6-5
237lbs
4.81
|
LB/ED |
|
237lbs | 6-5 | 4.81 | 43 | 330.3 |
68.0
|
Linton's NFL transition will be marked by his raw athleticism and pass-rush potential, balanced against his need for technical refinement... |
42 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.57
|
LB/ED |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.57 | 58 | 504 |
67.0
|
French embodies the modern NFL "tweener" - a player whose exceptional athleticism and production are at odds with his lack of... |
43 |
|
6-1
219lbs
4.48
|
LB |
|
219lbs | 6-1 | 4.48 | 31 | 269 |
65.0
|
Keeps feet moving after initial contact. Jumps inside as a counter to typical rush, but needs to show a larger variety of moves. Good... |
44 |
|
6-0
232lbs
4.45
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-0 | 4.45 | 57 | 503 |
65.0
|
Flashes explosive pop on contact. Wraps arms securely to make the reliable tackle, but is not technically sound. He’s rangy and... |
45 |
|
6-1
220lbs
4.69
|
LB |
|
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... |
46 |
|
6-0
235lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-0 | 4.65 | 51 | 465.5 |
62.9
|
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Jackson chases well in pursuit, and Jackson has the... |
47 |
|
6-2
215lbs
4.50
|
LB/ED |
|
215lbs | 6-2 | 4.50 | 50 | 450 |
62.4
|
Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the tackle's reach. An undersized but explosive athlete, Is a... |
48 |
|
6-0
233lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-0 | 4.60 | 62 | 552 |
61.3
|
He’s a natural in coverage, with the movement skills of a defensive back in man coverage against tight ends. Has enough twitch and speed... |