Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
77 |
|
6-0
190lbs
4.53
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-0 | 4.53 | 180 | 697 |
56.1
|
Lovett has the straight-line speed to recover. His ball skills are tremendous, with good hands and the potential to take it to the house... |
41 |
|
6-3
190lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 34 | 123.5 |
81.2
|
Lee is currently rated as a developmental cornerback prospect with some intriguing physical tools but with limitations. His length and... |
44 |
|
6-1
200lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
200lbs | 6-1 | 4.55 | 55 | 189 |
81.0
|
Has good football awareness to read and react quickly and stay balanced and patient in space. He’s tall-framed with long arms to match.... |
12 |
|
6-1
206lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
206lbs | 6-1 | 4.55 | 9 | 64.2 |
83.5
|
Sabb projects as a versatile safety with the potential to contribute early in sub-packages and special teams while developing into a... |
21 |
|
6-0
195lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
195lbs | 6-0 | 4.55 | 76 | 274.7 |
83.0
|
The tape shows a defensive back with plus zone instincts and mirror ability in underneath coverage. Natural feel for space manipulation... |
22 |
|
5-11
205lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
205lbs | 5-11 | 4.55 | 109 | 433 |
83.0
|
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... |
76 |
|
6-0
200lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
200lbs | 6-0 | 4.55 | 185 | 713 |
57.2
|
Alert defender for zone coverage, showing good understanding of route progressions occurring behind him and a quick burst downhill to break... |
88 |
|
6-0
177lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
177lbs | 6-0 | 4.55 | 147 | 541.5 |
37.3
|
His length and leaping ability allow him to high-point the ball and make plays. Calhoun would have had bigger interception numbers in... |
89 |
|
6-3
184lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
184lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 280 |
25.9
|
Has the change-of-direction ability to mirror underneath but did solid work out of press and off coverage. Instincts are outstanding, and... | |
46 |
|
6-0
200lbs
4.56
|
S |
|
200lbs | 6-0 | 4.56 | 106 | 428.5 |
80.8
|
The natural feel in coverage and plus ball skills translate well to a zone-heavy scheme at the next level. Shows ability to process route... |
47 |
|
6-5
223lbs
4.58
|
S |
|
223lbs | 6-5 | 4.58 | 84 | 319.5 |
80.7
|
McCullough projects as a versatile linebacker with the potential to excel in a modern pro-defense. His combination of size, speed, and... |
10 |
|
6-0
205lbs
4.60
|
S |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.60 | 30 | 113.5 |
83.7
|
Possesses good straight-line speed, fluid hips to turn and run, and explosiveness out of his breaks. Good vision and anticipation as a free... |