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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7 |
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6-1
210lbs
4.58
|
LB/ED |
|
210lbs | 6-1 | 4.58 | 4 | 54.8 |
83.1
|
Good closing speed with long arms to drag down quarterbacks and running backs. The talent is there as a sideline-to-sideline... |
40 |
|
6-4
238lbs
4.58
|
LB |
|
238lbs | 6-4 | 4.58 | 98 | 799.5 |
20.0
|
Reese disrupts plays in the backfield regularly. He also has the agility and pure speed to cover sideline to sideline, moving like a safety... |
17 |
|
6-6
215lbs
4.56
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-6 | 4.56 | 50 | 471.5 |
77.5
|
Gentry has quickness in his hands and uses his length effectively. He plays bigger than his listed size, with the functional strength and... |
10 |
|
6-4
236lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
236lbs | 6-4 | 4.55 | 19 | 141.7 |
83.1
|
Barton's tape screams modern NFL linebacker. His range and coverage chops jump off the screen, flashing the ability to erase tight ends... |
11 |
|
6-3
248lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
248lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 30 | 257 |
82.0
|
Barham's NFL fit hinges on his ability to leverage his strengths in run defense and pass rushing while improving his coverage skills. His... |
6 |
|
6-1
235lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.55 | 6 | 60.3 |
83.7
|
|
29 |
|
6-2
203lbs
4.55
|
LB/ED |
|
203lbs | 6-2 | 4.55 | 67 | 571.5 |
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,... |
21 |
|
6-0
220lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-0 | 4.55 | 25 | 232.3 |
72.0
|
Bowles has good quickness and an excellent understanding of angles, often beating blockers to the spot. Intelligent player who can play... |
5 |
|
6-1
235lbs
4.52
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.52 | 3 | 51.3 |
83.7
|
Showed initial quickness and good flexibility to dip and bend. Wilson has active hands and suddenness to his movements, demonstrating the... |
9 |
|
6-3
240lbs
4.52
|
LB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.52 | 7 | 64.3 |
83.1
|
A high-ceiling, low-floor prospect with the tools to become an impact player at the next level. His elite first-step quickness and... |
1 |
|
6-3
235lbs
4.50
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-3 | 4.50 | 1 | 9.8 |
88.7
|
He’s excellent changing direction, an agile mover who can win by countering inside and exploding with impressive burst when... |
19 |
|
6-3
225lbs
4.49
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-3 | 4.49 | 44 | 447.5 |
74.8
|
Sorey's journey to the NFL draft is a tale of untapped potential. His elite athleticism and tackling ability make him an intriguing... |