Linebacker Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13 |
|
6-1
235lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 17 | 112.7 |
79.0
|
Rice is one of a few Bulldog defenders likely to be picked this draft. He was widely considered the leader of the defense and got respect... |
14 |
|
6-3
240lbs
4.58
|
LB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.58 | 14 | 83.1 |
77.0
|
Displays nice agility and awareness in coverage. Has the size and speed to be effective rushing the passer. Tougher between the tackles... |
15 |
|
6-4
261lbs
4.46
|
OLB/ED |
|
261lbs | 6-4 | 4.46 | 10 | 77.9 |
82.8
|
Sam Williams is no doubt an elite athletic specimen who possesses an elite combination of speed, hand strength, and explosiveness. He has... |
16 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.74
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.74 | 33 | 211.5 |
71.0
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... |
17 |
|
6-3
226lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
226lbs | 6-3 | 4.68 | 39 | 226.7 |
71.0
|
Closes quickly on relatively immobile quarterbacks. A consistently heavy hitter who flashes explosiveness and the ability to separate the... |
18 |
|
6-0
231lbs
4.66
|
LB |
|
231lbs | 6-0 | 4.66 | 38 | 222.5 |
68.0
|
Combines very good instincts with above-average reaction skills. Almost always finds the ball in traffic. Has enough hustle and... |
19 |
|
6-1
224lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
224lbs | 6-1 | 4.68 | 53 | 314 |
67.0
|
Closes quickly on relatively immobile quarterbacks. A consistently heavy hitter who flashes explosiveness and the ability to separate the... |
20 |
|
6-0
254lbs
4.85
|
LB |
|
254lbs | 6-0 | 4.85 | 59 | 335.3 |
66.0
|
Big, aggressive hitter who can lay the wood. Has good awareness to quickly locate the ball, keeping his eyes up and on point. An... |
21 |
|
6-0
225lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-0 | 4.68 | 58 | 333.5 |
65.0
|
Handles misdirection well with quick change-of-direction ability. Comes downhill quickly against the run when he has an open... |
22 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.68 | 87 | 544 |
65.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... |
23 |
|
6-2
242lbs
4.72
|
OLB/ED |
|
242lbs | 6-2 | 4.72 | 66 | 382 |
64.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... |
24 |
|
5-10
245lbs
4.72
|
LB |
|
245lbs | 5-10 | 4.72 | 73 | 423.3 |
64.0
|
Trusts his eyes and shows no hesitation with good anticipation to avoid blockers. Has enough hustle and athleticism to make plays in the... |