Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 |
|
6-0
193lbs
4.40
|
CB |
|
193lbs | 6-0 | 4.40 | 7 | 40.5 |
86.3
|
The combine changed the conversation around Chris Johnson in a meaningful way. Before Indianapolis, you were looking at a corner with elite... |
6 |
|
6-0
201lbs
4.35
|
S |
|
201lbs | 6-0 | 4.35 | 4 | 26.3 |
86.7
|
Thieneman is the kind of safety who walks into a defensive meeting room on Day One and immediately earns his keep. The coverage grades... |
5 |
|
6-0
193lbs
4.44
|
CB |
|
193lbs | 6-0 | 4.44 | 6 | 31.2 |
87.0
|
Hood's best football is played within ten yards of the line, where his press technique, jam strength, and diagnostic ability combine to... |
2 |
|
6-0
187lbs
4.38
|
CB |
|
187lbs | 6-0 | 4.38 | 2 | 9.3 |
89.0
|
Delane is one of the most instinctive cornerbacks in this class, and the Pro Day answered the one lingering question attached to his... |
1 |
|
6-0
206lbs
4.45
|
S |
|
206lbs | 6-0 | 4.45 | 1 | 3.5 |
92.0
|
Downs plays the safety position the way it was designed to be played in the modern NFL: with versatility, intelligence, and an ability to... |
98 |
|
6-1
195lbs
4.42
|
CB |
|
195lbs | 6-1 | 4.42 | 113 | 490 |
51.3
|
Physical run supporter in the Antoine Winfield mold with short-area explosiveness to leave his mark on ballcarriers. Tate has good size... |
90 |
|
6-1
200lbs
4.53
|
S |
|
200lbs | 6-1 | 4.53 | 126 | 576.5 |
65.0
|
Tough in run support and works hard to get off blocks. Hard-nosed player who attacks the run and doesn't back down. He’s tall-framed with... |
86 |
|
6-1
190lbs
4.42
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-1 | 4.42 | 107 | 466.5 |
72.6
|
Vickers can flip his hips and run, with good top-end speed and the length to make plays on the ball. Gets an effective jam on the receiver... |
80 |
|
6-1
191lbs
4.51
|
S |
|
191lbs | 6-1 | 4.51 | 110 | 482.5 |
74.0
|
In the pro game, Spencer profiles as a versatile defensive back with the potential to contribute in multiple roles. His combination of... |
65 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.40
|
S |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.40 | 89 | 330 |
76.0
|
|
60 |
|
6-1
172lbs
4.50
|
CB |
|
172lbs | 6-1 | 4.50 | 85 | 317 |
77.0
|
Good instincts and anticipation reads and reacts with discipline. Dangerous with the ball in his hands. Shows good instincts when facing... |
55 |
|
6-1
204lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
204lbs | 6-1 | 4.48 | 71 | 290 |
78.0
|
He’s a willing and capable hitter in run support and closes fast to make plays against quick screens. Aware zone cornerback who is also... |