Linebacker Rankings 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
49 |
|
6-0
230lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-0 | 4.70 | 61 | 536 |
60.6
|
Cobb has excellent awareness in zone coverage. In coverage, Cobb shows excellent awareness and anticipation when dropping back into zone,... |
45 |
|
6-1
220lbs
4.69
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-1 | 4.69 | 59 | 513 |
65.0
|
Work in progress as a pass rusher, with upfield burst and flexibility to dip and scrape. Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker... |
37 |
|
6-5
255lbs
4.69
|
LB/ED |
|
255lbs | 6-5 | 4.69 | 49 | 411.5 |
72.0
|
J.J. Weaver profiles as a rotational edge defender with scheme-specific value in a 3-4 system. His positional flexibility and refined... |
8 |
|
6-2
260lbs
4.69
|
LB/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-2 | 4.69 | 14 | 113.5 |
83.6
|
Walker projects as a specialized rotational pass rusher who could provide immediate spark in third-down packages while developing a more... |
21 |
|
6-1
229lbs
4.69
|
LB |
|
229lbs | 6-1 | 4.69 | 21 | 205.3 |
78.0
|
The NFL transition for James will hinge entirely on scheme fit and role definition. The tape reveals a linebacker who flashes in specific... |
33 |
|
6-3
240lbs
4.69
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.69 | 45 | 348 |
74.0
|
|
14 |
|
6-4
260lbs
4.68
|
LB/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-4 | 4.68 | 13 | 110.6 |
81.0
|
Sorrell brings a lunch-pail mentality to the defensive front, offering immediate value as an early-down run defender with the technical... |
39 |
|
6-1
233lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-1 | 4.68 | 56 | 501 |
70.3
|
Cerebral player, quick to react to twists and stunts up front, and Haladay shows an excellent understanding of angles when moving out as a... |
46 |
|
6-0
235lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-0 | 4.65 | 52 | 477.5 |
62.9
|
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Jackson chases well in pursuit, and Jackson has the... |
18 |
|
6-1
236lbs
4.64
|
LB/ED |
|
236lbs | 6-1 | 4.64 | 24 | 242 |
79.0
|
After breaking down McLeod's tape, I'm convinced he's going to make defensive coordinators very happy at the next level. The film against... |
11 |
|
6-1
251lbs
4.63
|
LB |
|
251lbs | 6-1 | 4.63 | 17 | 151.3 |
83.1
|
King projects as a rock-solid Mike linebacker who'll make his money as an early-down run defender in the NFL. His combination of processing... |
7 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.63
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.63 | 11 | 91.3 |
84.3
|
Carter projects as an impactful early-down linebacker who can develop into a three-down role with technical refinement in coverage. His... |