Linebacker Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
LAST UPDATED: 12/30/2021
Player Rankings - Linebacker
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13 |
6-1
235lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
235lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 17 | 112.7 |
79.0
|
Rice is one of a few Bulldog defenders likely to be picked this draft. He was widely considered the leader of the defense and got respect... | |
2 |
6-1
215lbs
4.42
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-1 | 4.42 | 2 | 25.7 |
91.0
|
One of the top LB prospects in the 2021 draft. An explosive and versatile player whose only knock is his lack of ideal physical traits (a... | |
62 |
6-0
226lbs
4.81
|
LB |
|
226lbs | 6-0 | 4.81 | 167 |
53.0
|
Possesses a short, squatly build to slip through gaps quickly. Legitimate NFL-caliber instincts A bit stiff but makes the clean... | ||
56 |
6-0
212lbs
4.52
|
LB |
|
212lbs | 6-0 | 4.52 | 147 |
53.0
|
Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the tackle's reach. Good closing speed with long arms to drag... | ||
51 |
6-0
230lbs
4.78
|
LB |
|
230lbs | 6-0 | 4.78 | 141 |
55.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... | ||
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... | |
30 |
6-0
226lbs
4.71
|
LB |
|
226lbs | 6-0 | 4.71 | 102 | 686 |
62.0
|
Trusts his eyes and shows no hesitation with good anticipation to avoid blockers. Combines very good instincts with above-average... | |
29 |
6-0
224lbs
4.75
|
LB |
|
224lbs | 6-0 | 4.75 | 72 | 413 |
62.0
|
Possesses strong upper body to be explosive and create turnovers as a tackler. Takes aggressive angles to the ball. Quick to read run,... | |
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.... | |
22 |
6-0
215lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.68 | 87 | 544 |
65.0
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on... | |
21 |
6-0
225lbs
4.68
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-0 | 4.68 | 58 | 333.5 |
65.0
|
Handles misdirection well with quick change-of-direction ability. Comes downhill quickly against the run when he has an open... | |
20 |
6-0
254lbs
4.85
|
LB |
|
254lbs | 6-0 | 4.85 | 59 | 335.3 |
66.0
|
Big, aggressive hitter who can lay the wood. Has good awareness to quickly locate the ball, keeping his eyes up and on point. An... |












