Linebacker Rankings 2025 NFL Draft

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LAST UPDATED: 12/09/2024

Player Rankings - Linebacker

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
1

LB
Jalon
Walker

6-2 245lbs 4.50
LB
Georgia   Mascot
Georgia Mascot
245lbs 6-2 4.50 1 24.1
87.7
Walker projects as a high-upside linebacker prospect with the potential to develop into a three-down player at the next level. His...
2

LB
Jihaad
Campbell

6-3 244lbs 4.52
LB
Alabama   Mascot
Alabama Mascot
244lbs 6-3 4.52 2 47.4
86.8
A freakish athlete with rare physical tools, Campbell brings a prototype skill set to the modern linebacker position. His elite speed and...
3

LB
Deontae
Lawson

6-2 239lbs 4.60
LB
Alabama   Mascot
Alabama Mascot
239lbs 6-2 4.60 8 71.3
84.5
A high-ceiling, three-down linebacker prospect with the versatility to fit multiple defensive schemes. Displays the range and athleticism...
4

LB
Barrett
Carter

6-1 230lbs 4.55
LB
Clemson   Mascot
Clemson Mascot
230lbs 6-1 4.55 6 60.6
84.4
Barrett Carter projects as a high-upside, three-down linebacker in the NFL. His sideline-to-sideline range and coverage skills fit the mold...
5

LB
Danny
Stutsman

6-4 241lbs 4.62
LB
Oklahoma   Mascot
Oklahoma Mascot
241lbs 6-4 4.62 7 66.7
84.1
Stutsman projects as a potential three-down linebacker at the next level, with the versatility to fit in multiple defensive schemes. His...
6

LB
Smael
Mondon Jr.

6-3 235lbs 4.46
LB
Georgia   Mascot
Georgia Mascot
235lbs 6-3 4.46 12 104.8
83.5
Mondon projects as a versatile, three-down linebacker in the NFL, with the skill set to fit in multiple defensive schemes. His elite...
7

LB
Chris
Paul Jr.

6-1 235lbs 4.62
LB
Ole Miss   Mascot
Ole Miss Mascot
235lbs 6-1 4.62 10 100.7
83.3
Looking at the tape, he brings immediate value in subpackages with his advanced coverage traits and quick trigger against the run. His...
8

LB
Karene
Reid

6-0 226lbs 4.75
LB
Utah   Mascot
Utah Mascot
226lbs 6-0 4.75 25 219.3
83.3
Reid's skill set suggests potential as a sub-package linebacker and core special teamer at the next level. His instincts and production...
9

LB
Jeffrey
Bassa

6-2 235lbs 4.65
LB
Oregon   Mascot
Oregon Mascot
235lbs 6-2 4.65 11 104.3
83.2
The modern NFL's emphasis on sub-package personnel suits Bassa's skill set as a coverage-first linebacker with proven blitz...
10

LB
Jay
Higgins

6-2 232lbs 4.72
LB
Iowa   Mascot
Iowa Mascot
232lbs 6-2 4.72 13 126.6
83.2
Jay Higgins fits the mold of a potential three-down WILL in a 4-3 front at the next level, with the instincts and coverage chops to stay on...
11

LB
Cody
Simon

6-2 235lbs 4.50
LB
Ohio State   Mascot
Ohio State Mascot
235lbs 6-2 4.50 42 452.5
83.2
Cody Simon offers intriguing upside as a developmental linebacker with plus athleticism and versatility. His range and ability to play in...
12

LB
Harold
Perkins Jr.

6-1 225lbs 4.45
LB
LSU   Mascot
LSU Mascot
225lbs 6-1 4.45 5 56.9
83.1
Harold Perkins Jr. is a dynamic playmaker with elite sideline-to-sideline range and exceptional burst. His ability to excel in multiple...

2025 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Linebacker

We've compared players post combine 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.

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2025 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Linebacker

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.