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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
33 |
|
6-2
230lbs
4.48
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.48 | 68 | 578 |
56.0
|
Murphy's tape screams "boom or bust" prospect, with tantalizing physical traits but limited production. His elite athleticism and... |
20 |
|
6-2
239lbs
4.44
|
LB |
|
239lbs | 6-2 | 4.44 | 31 | 263.3 |
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... |
16 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 47 | 460.5 |
79.7
|
Henderson's prolific tackling ability and instinctive play against the run make him an intriguing mid-round prospect. His fit at the next... |
28 |
|
6-1
234lbs
4.66
|
LB |
|
234lbs | 6-1 | 4.66 | 70 | 606 |
62.3
|
Work in progress as a pass rusher, with upfield burst and flexibility to dip and scrape. Looks the part. Good height and a thick, muscular... |
34 |
|
6-1
240lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 90 | 733.5 |
55.5
|
Thompson has the fluid movement skills and speed to turn and run in coverage against tight ends. Possesses strong upper body to be... |
27 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.65 | 55 | 523.5 |
63.6
|
Showed initial quickness and good flexibility to dip and bend. Simon has active hands and suddenness to his movements, demonstrating the... |
24 |
|
6-1
221lbs
4.60
|
LB |
|
221lbs | 6-1 | 4.60 | 61 | 540.5 |
67.2
|
Kollie faces an uphill battle to carve out a role in the NFL. His tweener frame and limited collegiate production suggest he'll likely be a... |
7 |
|
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... |
6 |
|
6-1
235lbs
4.55
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.55 | 6 | 60.3 |
83.7
|
|
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... |
8 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.45
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 5 | 60.2 |
83.1
|
Harold Perkins Jr. is a dynamic playmaker with elite sideline-to-sideline range and exceptional burst. His ability to excel in multiple... |
31 |
|
6-1
240lbs
4.45
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-1 | 4.45 | 74 | 631.5 |
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... |