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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
49 |
|
6-4
255lbs
4.89
|
LB/ED |
|
255lbs | 6-4 | 4.89 | 88 | 561 |
70.7
|
With a powerful lower body and the ability to hold up at the point of attack as a run defender, Clowney is remarkably instinctive. He's... |
50 |
|
6-1
240lbs
4.70
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-1 | 4.70 | 89 | 563 |
70.0
|
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... |
51 |
|
6-3
231lbs
4.48
|
LB |
|
231lbs | 6-3 | 4.48 | 59 | 497 |
68.0
|
Murphy's tape screams "boom or bust" prospect, with tantalizing physical traits but limited production. His elite athleticism and... |
52 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.62
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.62 | 50 | 393.5 |
66.0
|
Elite athletic skills -- Made Bruce Feldman's 'Freaks List' at number 77. He wrote: "6-1, 250 pounds, and a former two-time Junior... |
53 |
|
6-4
232lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
232lbs | 6-4 | 4.70 | 75 | 533 |
66.0
|
Koht can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Koht also shows good awareness when dropping... |
54 |
|
6-0
223lbs
4.64
|
LB |
|
223lbs | 6-0 | 4.64 | 82 | 544 |
65.0
|
Keeps feet moving after initial contact. Jumps inside as a counter to typical rush, but needs to show a larger variety of moves. Flashes... |
55 |
|
6-3
252lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
252lbs | 6-3 | 4.70 | 56 | 492 |
64.2
|
The talent is there as a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. M'Pemba has an explosive first step and has the fluidity, flexibility and core... |
56 |
|
6-1
240lbs
4.73
|
LB |
|
240lbs | 6-1 | 4.73 | 93 | 586.5 |
63.6
|
Thompson has the fluid movement skills and speed to turn and run in coverage against tight ends. Possesses strong upper body to be... |
57 |
|
6-2
233lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
233lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 54 | 468 |
63.2
|
He’s an instinctive and active chase-and-tackle 4-3 Will, with the speed to go sideline to sideline. Aguirre takes excellent angles. He... |
58 |
|
6-3
215lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 84 | 547 |
62.0
|
Has the fluid hips and long arms to turn and run with tight ends, as well as excellent range when dropping into zone coverage. The talent... |