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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
30 |
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6-1
240lbs
4.45
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 84 | 626 |
58.5
|
Elite athletic skills -- Made Bruce Feldman's 'Freaks List' at number 77. He wrote: "6-1, 250 pounds, and a former two-time Junior... |
38 |
|
6-2
213lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
213lbs | 6-2 | 4.70 | 130 |
37.5
|
Wylie can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Wylie also shows good awareness when... | |
35 |
|
6-2
233lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 116 | 826 |
50.1
|
He’s an instinctive and active chase-and-tackle 4-3 Will, with the speed to go sideline to sideline. Aguirre takes excellent angles. He... |
24 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 64 | 535 |
65.8
|
He’s rangy and instinctive when he’s looking into the backfield as a zone defender. Flashes strength to punch or stiff-arm to get off... |
21 |
|
6-2
232lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 59 | 490 |
70.0
|
An undersized but explosive athlete, Is a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. He’s a fluid mover who reads, reacts and accelerates quickly.... |
2 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 8 | 76.3 |
85.1
|
Possesses strong upper body to be explosive and create turnovers as a tackler. Takes aggressive angles to the ball. Closes quickly on... |
22 |
|
6-2
216lbs
4.61
|
LB |
|
216lbs | 6-2 | 4.61 | 35 | 341.5 |
67.2
|
Best attribute. Extreme quickness off the edge, has the flexibility to turn the corner. Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker... |
31 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 95 | 710 |
56.8
|
Greet feel in coverage. Often arrives at the receiver at the same time as the ball, giving up few yards after the catch. Possesses... |
3 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.60 | 2 | 42.5 |
84.5
|
A high-ceiling, three-down linebacker prospect with the versatility to fit multiple defensive schemes. Displays the range and athleticism... |
28 |
|
6-2
203lbs
4.55
|
LB/ED |
|
203lbs | 6-2 | 4.55 | 75 | 563 |
60.0
|
Dillworth has the classic frame and long arms with some explosion, power and ability to close. He’s quick to react and locate the ball,... |
32 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.48
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 76 | 571 |
56.0
|
Murphy's tape screams "boom or bust" prospect, with tantalizing physical traits but limited production. His elite athleticism and... |
19 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.44
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.44 | 30 | 257.7 |
73.0
|
Shows the closing burst and footwork to work well in tight areas. Rojas can be used as a rangy run defender inside, instinctive when it... |