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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12 |
|
6-3
242lbs
4.58
|
LB |
|
242lbs | 6-3 | 4.58 | 12 | 76.2 |
83.0
|
A member of the most talented linebacker unit in college football, he possesses the type of all-around skill set that enables him to play... |
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.... |
1 |
|
6-2
244lbs
4.39
|
LB/ED |
|
244lbs | 6-2 | 4.39 | 1 | 5.7 |
93.0
|
Star line-backer for the Lions, Micah Parsons looks to be the top prospect at his position and a top 10 pick in the 2021 draft. Micah had a... |
67 |
|
6-3
245lbs
4.83
|
OLB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.83 | 171 |
52.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
73 |
|
6-7
245lbs
4.75
|
OLB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-7 | 4.75 | 23 | 163.7 |
34.0
|
Good key and diagnosis skills. Quickly locates the ball and shows no wasted motion in getting there. At least adequate lateral agility to... |
42 |
|
6-2
245lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
245lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 59 | 371 |
73.0
|
Downhill defender and physical tackler. Uses his eyes to decipher and break down the play, showing good awareness and discipline to sniff... |
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... |
76 |
|
6-1
245lbs
4.57
|
OLB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-1 | 4.57 | 63 | 350 |
31.0
|
Brings down quarterbacks much bigger than he is. Very good motor and regularly chases down plays from behind. Big, aggressive hitter who... |
54 |
|
6-2
248lbs
4.89
|
OLB/ED |
|
248lbs | 6-2 | 4.89 | 36 | 278 |
62.0
|
He's not an elite pass rusher and projects as a left end in a 4-3 defense. If he layers on more muscle, he might fit in the 3-4. Size,... |
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.... | |
63 |
|
6-3
250lbs
4.84
|
OLB/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-3 | 4.84 | 169 |
53.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
31 |
|
6-2
251lbs
4.74
|
OLB/ED |
|
251lbs | 6-2 | 4.74 | 18 | 115.3 |
61.0
|
Brings down quarterbacks much bigger than he is. Very good motor and regularly chases down plays from behind. Flashes strength to punch... |