Linebacker Rankings 2022 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 |
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6-2
238lbs
4.39
|
LB/ED |
|
238lbs | 6-2 | 4.39 | 5 | 26.1 |
87.8
|
Nolan Smith is a supreme athlete at outside linebacker, the former five-star prospect has the speed of a corner, combined with the strength... |
52 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.86
|
OLB/ED |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.86 | 63 | 456 |
60.2
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... |
44 |
|
6-1
240lbs
4.80
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-1 | 4.80 | 59 | 432.5 |
64.2
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit.Has enough hustle and athleticism to make plays in the flat... |
23 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.77
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.77 | 31 | 243 |
78.2
|
Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the tackle's reach. Work in progress as a pass rusher, with... |
39 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 34 | 260.6 |
70.0
|
Tougher between the tackles than many expect. Fluid and quick drop into zone, covers enough ground to be Tampa-2 "MIKE" and knows where the... |
49 |
|
6-1
238lbs
4.70
|
OLB |
|
238lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 52 | 356 |
62.0
|
Reads quarterbacks eyes and reacts quickly to targets in zone coverage. Has the combination of size and athleticism worthy of... |
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... |
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... |
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... |
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... |
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... |
55 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.62 | 77 | 521 |
60.2
|
Gets pressures on inside stunts and was too explosive for college guards to handle.Greet feel in coverage. Often arrives at the receiver at... |