Safety Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
LAST UPDATED: 03/25/2023
Player Rankings - Safety
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
49 |
6-2
215lbs
4.78
|
S |
|
215lbs | 6-2 | 4.78 | 159 |
54.0
|
Reads the quarterback to anticipate and is a candidate to play outside. A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in... | ||
50 |
6-1
202lbs
4.62
|
S |
|
202lbs | 6-1 | 4.62 | 183 | 822.5 |
54.0
|
Does a nice job using his eyes to read and react quickly. Smart, disciplined defender who makes plays on the ball and contesting... | |
51 |
6-0
205lbs
4.67
|
S |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.67 | 107 | 447 |
56.5
|
Shows good instincts when facing the action in zone coverage, and Baker-Williams has solid ball skills. He’s also very good in zone... | |
52 |
6-0
210lbs
4.63
|
S |
|
210lbs | 6-0 | 4.63 | 262 |
53.0
|
Flashes some physicality as a hitter. Physical hitter and aggressive tackler with natural strength and good timing. Good instincts and... | ||
53 |
5-10
186lbs
4.53
|
S |
|
186lbs | 5-10 | 4.53 | 131 | 523 |
55.9
|
He’s a willing and capable hitter in run support and closes fast to make plays against quick screens. Has the change-of-direction ability... | |
54 |
6-0
195lbs
4.66
|
S |
|
195lbs | 6-0 | 4.66 | 257 |
53.0
|
A coordinated athlete with good footwork and balance. A heady cover player with above-average · feel and anticipation in space. Strong... | ||
55 |
6-1
196lbs
4.62
|
S |
|
196lbs | 6-1 | 4.62 | 85 | 395 |
60.0
|
Is a bit of a cornerback-safety teener with only average size, speed, and length, but gets the most out of his ability and works hard to... | |
56 |
6-0
198lbs
4.63
|
S |
|
198lbs | 6-0 | 4.63 | 250 |
53.0
|
Strong enough to redirect receivers at the line and camouflage his average speed. Physical downfield and matches up well with bigger... | ||
57 |
5-11
192lbs
4.55
|
S |
|
192lbs | 5-11 | 4.55 | 261 |
53.0
|
Alert defender for zone coverage, showing good understanding of route progressions occurring behind him and a quick burst downhill to... | ||
58 |
5-11
190lbs
4.54
|
S |
|
190lbs | 5-11 | 4.54 | 229 |
53.0
|
Alert defender for zone coverage, showing good understanding of route progressions occurring behind him and a quick burst downhill to... | ||
59 |
6-0
198lbs
4.62
|
S |
|
198lbs | 6-0 | 4.62 | 144 | 542.3 |
53.0
|
Strong hands to make plays on the ball, effective blitzer who shows well-coached technique and awareness. Strong enough to redirect... | |
60 |
6-1
200lbs
4.72
|
S |
|
200lbs | 6-1 | 4.72 | 240 |
52.0
|
Takes accurate angles to the ballcarrier. A strong, aggressive tackler and doesn't back down against the run. A tough, fearless athlete... |












