Linebacker Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
LAST UPDATED: 02/13/2022
Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
28 |
6-0
243lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
243lbs | 6-0 | 4.75 | 35 | 215.4 |
62.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Flashes strength to punch or stiff-arm to get off blocks.... | |
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... | ||
31 |
6-2
251lbs
4.74
|
OLB/ED |
|
251lbs | 6-2 | 4.74 | 18 | 115.3 |
61.0
|
Brings down quarterbacks much bigger than he is. Very good motor and regularly chases down plays from behind. Flashes strength to punch... | |
16 |
6-2
230lbs
4.74
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-2 | 4.74 | 33 | 211.5 |
71.0
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... | |
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... | |
44 |
6-0
220lbs
4.73
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-0 | 4.73 | 126 | 933 |
58.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | |
34 |
6-3
232lbs
4.73
|
OLB/ED |
|
232lbs | 6-3 | 4.73 | 40 | 287 |
75.1
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... | |
68 |
6-1
220lbs
4.72
|
LB |
|
220lbs | 6-1 | 4.72 | 30 | 204.2 |
52.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... | |
66 |
6-1
217lbs
4.72
|
LB |
|
217lbs | 6-1 | 4.72 | 156 |
52.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... | ||
24 |
5-10
245lbs
4.72
|
LB |
|
245lbs | 5-10 | 4.72 | 73 | 423.3 |
64.0
|
Trusts his eyes and shows no hesitation with good anticipation to avoid blockers. Has enough hustle and athleticism to make plays in the... | |
23 |
6-2
242lbs
4.72
|
OLB/ED |
|
242lbs | 6-2 | 4.72 | 66 | 382 |
64.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
37 |
6-7
255lbs
4.71
|
OLB/ED |
|
255lbs | 6-7 | 4.71 | 20 | 133.1 |
59.0
|
He has good reaction skills and awareness. Forceful tackler vs. the run. Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past... |












