Linebacker Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
LAST UPDATED: 03/25/2023
Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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... | |
41 |
6-2
225lbs
4.66
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-2 | 4.66 | 132 |
58.0
|
Good athlete. Shows a natural feel for pass rushing. Very good lateral agility to shake pass blockers. Keeps feet moving after initial... | ||
40 |
6-2
221lbs
4.83
|
LB |
|
221lbs | 6-2 | 4.83 | 128 | 945 |
59.0
|
Good key and diagnosis skills. Quickly locates the ball and shows no wasted motion in getting there. At least adequate lateral agility to... | |
39 |
6-2
232lbs
4.80
|
OLB/ED |
|
232lbs | 6-2 | 4.80 | 124 | 920 |
59.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Gives effort between the tackles to find the ball and is... | |
35 |
6-2
221lbs
4.75
|
OLB/ED |
|
221lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 96 | 653 |
60.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... | |
32 |
6-2
225lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 88 | 550 |
61.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... | |
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... |












