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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
30 |
|
6-0
226lbs
4.71
|
LB |
|
226lbs | 6-0 | 4.71 | 102 | 686 |
62.0
|
Trusts his eyes and shows no hesitation with good anticipation to avoid blockers. Combines very good instincts with above-average... |
29 |
|
6-0
224lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
224lbs | 6-0 | 4.75 | 72 | 413 |
62.0
|
Possesses strong upper body to be explosive and create turnovers as a tackler. Takes aggressive angles to the ball. Quick to read run,... |
28 |
|
6-0
243lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
243lbs | 6-0 | 4.75 | 35 | 215.4 |
62.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Flashes strength to punch or stiff-arm to get off blocks.... |
27 |
|
6-3
235lbs
4.77
|
OLB/ED |
|
235lbs | 6-3 | 4.77 | 134 |
62.0
|
Flashes strength to punch or stiff-arm to get off blocks. Stays with plays downfield, often making tackles even after being hit by... | |
26 |
|
6-3
249lbs
4.63
|
OLB/ED |
|
249lbs | 6-3 | 4.63 | 139 |
62.0
|
He has good reaction skills and awareness. Forceful tackler vs. the run. Works hard to get better and gives top effort on every play.... | |
25 |
|
6-3
230lbs
4.87
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-3 | 4.87 | 82 | 494.5 |
64.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... |
24 |
|
5-10
245lbs
4.72
|
LB |
|
245lbs | 5-10 | 4.72 | 73 | 423.3 |
64.0
|
Trusts his eyes and shows no hesitation with good anticipation to avoid blockers. Has enough hustle and athleticism to make plays in the... |
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... |
22 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.68 | 87 | 544 |
65.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... |
21 |
|
6-0
225lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-0 | 4.68 | 58 | 333.5 |
65.0
|
Handles misdirection well with quick change-of-direction ability. Comes downhill quickly against the run when he has an open... |
20 |
|
6-0
254lbs
4.85
|
LB |
|
254lbs | 6-0 | 4.85 | 59 | 335.3 |
66.0
|
Big, aggressive hitter who can lay the wood. Has good awareness to quickly locate the ball, keeping his eyes up and on point. An... |
19 |
|
6-1
224lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
224lbs | 6-1 | 4.68 | 53 | 314 |
67.0
|
Closes quickly on relatively immobile quarterbacks. A consistently heavy hitter who flashes explosiveness and the ability to separate the... |