Linebacker Rankings 2026 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 |
|
6-2
242lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
242lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 13 | 100.7 |
83.5
|
|
14 |
|
6-0
225lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-0 | 4.65 | 16 | 125.5 |
82.9
|
|
15 |
|
6-1
235lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 17 | 126.5 |
82.9
|
|
16 |
|
6-3
225lbs
4.62
|
LB/ED |
|
225lbs | 6-3 | 4.62 | 15 | 124.5 |
82.5
|
|
17 |
|
6-4
236lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
236lbs | 6-4 | 4.55 | 21 | 166 |
82.4
|
Barton's tape screams modern NFL linebacker. His range and coverage chops jump off the screen, flashing the ability to erase tight ends... |
18 |
|
6-1
215lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 20 | 138 |
82.0
|
|
19 |
|
6-3
248lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
248lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 33 | 277.7 |
80.7
|
Barham's NFL fit hinges on his ability to leverage his strengths in run defense and pass rushing while improving his coverage skills. His... |
20 |
|
6-5
245lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-5 | 4.70 | 29 | 250 |
79.5
|
He’s at his best attacking downhill, showing good instincts and great take-on skills. Umanmielen shows good speed and closing burst when... |
21 |
|
6-3
245lbs
4.60
|
LB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.60 | 38 | 370 |
78.8
|
Moore projects as a high-upside edge rusher in the NFL, with the potential to make an immediate impact as a situational pass rusher. His... |
22 |
|
6-4
232lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-4 | 4.65 | 39 | 415.5 |
78.7
|
James Williams enters the NFL Draft as a versatile defensive asset, with a skill set that makes him a dual threat at linebacker and safety.... |
23 |
|
6-0
216lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
216lbs | 6-0 | 4.65 | 36 | 347 |
76.1
|
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Harris has a compact build, but Harris is a crafty... |
24 |
|
6-6
215lbs
4.56
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-6 | 4.56 | 50 | 505.5 |
76.0
|
Gentry has quickness in his hands and uses his length effectively. He plays bigger than his listed size, with the functional strength and... |