Linebacker Rankings 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18 |
|
6-1
236lbs
4.64
|
LB/ED |
|
236lbs | 6-1 | 4.64 | 24 | 242 |
79.0
|
After breaking down McLeod's tape, I'm convinced he's going to make defensive coordinators very happy at the next level. The film against... |
17 |
|
6-2
232lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
232lbs | 6-2 | 4.82 | 23 | 241 |
79.3
|
Jay Higgins fits the mold of a potential three-down WILL in a 4-3 front at the next level, with the instincts and coverage chops to stay on... |
16 |
|
6-5
241lbs
4.60
|
LB/ED |
|
241lbs | 6-5 | 4.60 | 19 | 176.4 |
80.0
|
Raw but toolsy edge defender with the frame and twitch to develop into a situational pass rusher. Shows juice off the edge with natural... |
15 |
|
6-2
231lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
231lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 18 | 159.5 |
80.3
|
The film doesn't lie with Kiser – what you're getting is a throwback linebacker who excels against the run but will face challenges in... |
14 |
|
6-4
260lbs
4.68
|
LB/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-4 | 4.68 | 13 | 110.6 |
81.0
|
Sorrell brings a lunch-pail mentality to the defensive front, offering immediate value as an early-down run defender with the technical... |
13 |
|
6-3
250lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-3 | 4.70 | 8 | 77.3 |
82.4
|
The NFL transition won't be seamless for Oladejo, but his versatility offers intriguing possibilities for a patient coaching staff. His... |
12 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.59
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.59 | 16 | 141.4 |
83.0
|
Simon brings a skill set tailor-made for specific roles rather than three-down dominance. His film reveals a linebacker with two clear... |
11 |
|
6-1
251lbs
4.63
|
LB |
|
251lbs | 6-1 | 4.63 | 17 | 151.3 |
83.1
|
King projects as a rock-solid Mike linebacker who'll make his money as an early-down run defender in the NFL. His combination of processing... |
10 |
|
6-2
235lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 12 | 105.1 |
83.3
|
Jeffrey Bassa embodies the evolution of the modern NFL linebacker – a hybrid defender whose coverage instincts and blitz productivity align... |
9 |
|
6-3
235lbs
4.58
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-3 | 4.58 | 15 | 127.9 |
83.6
|
Mondon is the walking definition of a better athlete than football player at this stage. Despite possessing rare explosiveness and... |
8 |
|
6-2
260lbs
4.69
|
LB/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-2 | 4.69 | 14 | 113.5 |
83.6
|
Walker projects as a specialized rotational pass rusher who could provide immediate spark in third-down packages while developing a more... |
7 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.63
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.63 | 11 | 91.3 |
84.3
|
Carter projects as an impactful early-down linebacker who can develop into a three-down role with technical refinement in coverage. His... |