Linebacker Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
LAST UPDATED: 04/01/2023
Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11 |
6-3
240lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.62 | 9 | 54.3 |
83.0
|
After missing the whole of the 2019 season with an ACL injury Dylan was able to bounce back and enjoy a good 2020 season in which he did a... | |
6 |
6-3
240lbs
4.60
|
OLB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.60 | 8 | 52.3 |
88.0
|
After an impressive showing at the Peach Bowl there are a lot of eyes on Azees Ojulari - certainly doesn't hurt a prospect's draft... | |
77 |
6-2
240lbs
4.73
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-2 | 4.73 | 56 | 326.3 |
30.0
|
Gives effort between the tackles to find the ball and is willing to take on linemen. Has good balance and short-area burst to stay on his... | |
75 |
6-2
225lbs
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-2 | 47 | 286 |
40.0
|
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72 |
6-2
241lbs
4.78
|
OLB/ED |
|
241lbs | 6-2 | 4.78 | 61 | 346.2 |
35.0
|
Has a filled-out frame with good thickness. Plays at full speed at all times with an active motor and determined quickness in pursuit. He... | |
69 |
6-2
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 28 | 189.2 |
49.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Good key and diagnosis skills. Quickly locates the ball and... | |
59 |
6-2
235lbs
4.77
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.77 | 67 |
53.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | ||
57 |
6-2
235lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 158 |
53.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | ||
54 |
6-2
248lbs
4.89
|
OLB/ED |
|
248lbs | 6-2 | 4.89 | 36 | 278 |
62.0
|
He's not an elite pass rusher and projects as a left end in a 4-3 defense. If he layers on more muscle, he might fit in the 3-4. Size,... | |
52 |
6-2
220lbs
4.74
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-2 | 4.74 | 162 |
54.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | ||
49 |
6-2
225lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-2 | 4.82 | 90 | 563 |
56.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Good key and diagnosis skills. Quickly locates the ball and... | |
42 |
6-2
245lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
245lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 59 | 371 |
73.0
|
Downhill defender and physical tackler. Uses his eyes to decipher and break down the play, showing good awareness and discipline to sniff... |












