Defensive Back Rankings 2025 NFL Draft

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LAST UPDATED: 09/21/2024

Player Rankings - Defensive Back

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
49

S
Shilo
Sanders

6-0 195lbs 4.54
S
Colorado   Mascot
Colorado Mascot
195lbs 6-0 4.54 38 159
76.8
Despite the setback of a shoulder injury, Shilo Sanders remains one of the most intriguing safety prospects in the 2025 draft class. His...
50

S
Sage
Ryan

5-11 201lbs 4.39
S
LSU   Mascot
LSU Mascot
201lbs 5-11 4.39 76 462
74.4
Eager to come downhill as a tackler and plays with a physical edge, and he’s effective as a blitzer. Good speed in pursuit with the chase...
51

CB
Justin
Walley

5-11 195lbs 4.45
CB
Minnesota   Mascot
Minnesota Mascot
195lbs 5-11 4.45 52 262
74.0
Walley brings a well-rounded skill set to the table, with the potential to contribute in multiple defensive schemes. His ability to play...
52

S
Jalen
Catalon

5-11 205lbs 4.55
S
UNLV   Mascot
UNLV Mascot
205lbs 5-11 4.55 59 342
74.0
A box safety with the mindset of an old-school enforcer, this prospect's best fit comes in a defense that leverages his instincts and...
53

S
Isheem
Young

5-10 210lbs 4.51
S
North Texas   Mascot
North Texas Mascot
210lbs 5-10 4.51 70 426
74.0
A hard-hitting safety with a compact build, Young brings a physical presence to the secondary. His ability to play downhill and contribute...
54

S
Malik
Spencer

6-1 200lbs 4.50
S
Michigan State   Mascot
Michigan State Mascot
200lbs 6-1 4.50 67 400
73.8
In the pro game, Spencer profiles as a versatile defensive back with the potential to contribute in multiple roles. His combination of...
55

CB
Noah
Daniels

6-0 210lbs 4.42
CB
TCU   Mascot
TCU Mascot
210lbs 6-0 4.42 71 436
73.1
Based on athletic ability and talent Daniels alone would be an easy first-round selection, but the huge elephant in the room is an almost...
56

CB
Zy
Alexander

6-2 194lbs 4.50
CB
LSU   Mascot
LSU Mascot
194lbs 6-2 4.50 58 341
73.0
Alexander currently profiles as a developmental cornerback with the potential to contribute in various defensive schemes. His size and...
57

CB
Latrell
McCutchin Sr...

6-1 180lbs 4.45
CB
Houston   Mascot
Houston Mascot
180lbs 6-1 4.45 64 384
73.0
McCutchin enters the draft as a high-ceiling, low-floor prospect in the defensive backfield. His prototypical length and multi-position...
58

CB
Fred
Davis

6-1 192lbs 4.29
CB
Jacksonville State   Mascot
Jacksonville State Mascot
192lbs 6-1 4.29 88 543.5
72.0
Fluid mover with decent speed and his length allows him to cover effectively downfield He’s a technician in press coverage, with a strong...
59

CB
Malcolm
Greene

5-10 191lbs 4.47
CB
Virginia   Mascot
Virginia Mascot
191lbs 5-10 4.47 79 503
71.5
Can track the ball downfield and gets his head around when playing in a trail position, and Greene shows excellent ball skills when...
60

CB
Will
Lee III

6-3 190lbs 4.55
CB
Texas A&M   Mascot
Texas A&M Mascot
190lbs 6-3 4.55 43 185.3
71.4
Lee is currently rated as a developmental cornerback prospect with some intriguing physical tools but with limitations. His length and...

2025 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Defensive Back

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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 - Defensive Back

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.