Linebacker Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
LAST UPDATED: 03/25/2023
Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
64 |
6-3
240lbs
4.79
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.79 | 29 | 196.6 |
53.0
|
Tough between-the-tackles defender who shimmies past blockers to fill lanes. Downhill, aggressive run-stuffer with enough strength to stop... | |
63 |
6-3
250lbs
4.84
|
OLB/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-3 | 4.84 | 169 |
53.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | ||
61 |
6-3
210lbs
4.69
|
LB |
|
210lbs | 6-3 | 4.69 | 170 |
53.0
|
Keeps feet moving after initial contact. Jumps inside as a counter to typical rush, but needs to show a larger variety of moves. Quick to... | ||
45 |
6-3
235lbs
4.89
|
LB/ED |
|
235lbs | 6-3 | 4.89 | 60 | 387 |
72.5
|
Moore has violent hands and consistently breaks away and disengages from blockers. He’s instinctive, reading, reacting and locating the... | |
34 |
6-3
232lbs
4.73
|
OLB/ED |
|
232lbs | 6-3 | 4.73 | 40 | 287 |
75.1
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... | |
33 |
6-3
230lbs
4.88
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-3 | 4.88 | 100 | 663 |
61.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
27 |
6-3
235lbs
4.77
|
OLB/ED |
|
235lbs | 6-3 | 4.77 | 134 |
62.0
|
Flashes strength to punch or stiff-arm to get off blocks. Stays with plays downfield, often making tackles even after being hit by... | ||
26 |
6-3
249lbs
4.63
|
OLB/ED |
|
249lbs | 6-3 | 4.63 | 139 |
62.0
|
He has good reaction skills and awareness. Forceful tackler vs. the run. Works hard to get better and gives top effort on every play.... | ||
25 |
6-3
230lbs
4.87
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-3 | 4.87 | 82 | 494.5 |
64.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | |
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... | |
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... | |
12 |
6-3
242lbs
4.58
|
LB |
|
242lbs | 6-3 | 4.58 | 12 | 76.2 |
83.0
|
A member of the most talented linebacker unit in college football, he possesses the type of all-around skill set that enables him to play... |












