Defensive Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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... |
79 |
|
6-0
205lbs
4.51
|
S |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.51 | 190 | 726.5 |
54.4
|
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... |
57 |
|
6-0
205lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.48 | 108 | 432.5 |
78.0
|
|
1 |
|
6-0
205lbs
4.45
|
S |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.45 | 1 | 3.8 |
90.6
|
Good hustle player who puts himself in the action when he's not directly involved. Knows how to use his height and vertical leap. Reads... |
32 |
|
5-11
205lbs
4.44
|
S |
|
205lbs | 5-11 | 4.44 | 35 | 126 |
82.0
|
Good instincts and anticipation reads and reacts with discipline. Dangerous with the ball in his hands. Has good football awareness to... |
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... |
54 |
|
5-10
206lbs
4.35
|
CB |
|
206lbs | 5-10 | 4.35 | 59 | 196.3 |
79.0
|
Great on route recognition and has click-and-close ability Does a good job getting his head around in time when playing with his back to... |
5 |
|
6-0
207lbs
4.35
|
S |
|
207lbs | 6-0 | 4.35 | 4 | 24 |
85.6
|
Has the physical gifts to match any cornerback in this class, but has rough edges on the field. Has explosive movement skills and the... |
9 |
|
6-2
210lbs
4.45
|
S |
|
210lbs | 6-2 | 4.45 | 16 | 86.5 |
83.7
|
Gives up his body in run support with a very good closing burst. Quicker than Castell is fast but has a burst to close in zone coverage... |
55 |
|
6-2
214lbs
4.50
|
S |
|
214lbs | 6-2 | 4.50 | 67 | 235.5 |
79.0
|
Reads and deciphers quickly, reacting in a flash with a nose for the ball. Jumps routes and drives fast on plays in front of him. Hard... |
31 |
|
6-2
215lbs
4.39
|
S |
|
215lbs | 6-2 | 4.39 | 46 | 152.3 |
82.2
|
Looking ahead to his NFL prospects, Nwankpa projects as a versatile safety with the potential to make an immediate impact in various... |
40 |
|
6-2
219lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
219lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 17 | 88.8 |
81.3
|
Has good body control and balance to redirect and break down in the open field. Has the fluid athleticism and speed to cover tight ends... |