2027 NFL Draft Linebacker Rankings & Scouting Reports
Top LB Prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft
The 2027 NFL Draft linebacker class features 2 potential first-round talents. Our rankings combine film analysis, advanced metrics, and team fit projections, updated weekly throughout the college season. Click any prospect below to see their full scouting report with strengths, weaknesses, NFL player comparison, and combine measurables.
Top 40 LB Prospects for 2027 NFL Draft
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Chris Cole - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #15 | Position Rank: LB1
Our model: #13 overall (LB1), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
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Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #31 | Position Rank: LB2
Our model: #41 overall (LB3), 10 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
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Rasheem Biles - Texas
Consensus Rank: #50 | Position Rank: LB3
Our model: #40 overall (LB2), 10 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
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Sammy Brown - Clemson
Consensus Rank: #55 | Position Rank: LB4
Our model: #54 overall (LB4), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
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Christian Alliegro - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #75 | Position Rank: LB5
Our model: #74 overall (LB5), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
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Suntarine Perkins - Ole Miss
Consensus Rank: #78 | Position Rank: LB6
Our model: #77 overall (LB6), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
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Tony Rojas - Penn State
Consensus Rank: #101 | Position Rank: LB7
Our model: #100 overall (LB7), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Xavier Atkins - Auburn
Consensus Rank: #102 | Position Rank: LB8
Our model: #102 overall (LB8)
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Ben Roberts - Texas Tech
Consensus Rank: #113 | Position Rank: LB9
Our model: #111 overall (LB9), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Whit Weeks - LSU
Consensus Rank: #128 | Position Rank: LB10
Our model: #128 overall (LB10)
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Quintavius Johnson - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #142 | Position Rank: LB11
Our model: #142 overall (LB11)
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Drayk Bowen - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #157 | Position Rank: LB12
Our model: #155 overall (LB12), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Raylen Wilson - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #169 | Position Rank: LB13
Our model: #174 overall (LB14), 5 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Cade Uluave - BYU
Consensus Rank: #170 | Position Rank: LB14
Our model: #188 overall (LB16), 18 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Austin Romaine - Texas Tech
Consensus Rank: #173 | Position Rank: LB15
Our model: #202 overall (LB17), 29 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Myles Graham - Florida
Consensus Rank: #190 | Position Rank: LB16
Our model: #203 overall (LB18), 13 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Samuel Omosigho - UCLA
Consensus Rank: #209 | Position Rank: LB17
Our model: #167 overall (LB13), 42 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Rolijah Hardy - Indiana
Consensus Rank: #217 | Position Rank: LB18
Our model: #245 overall (LB20), 28 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Kooper Ebel - Penn State
Consensus Rank: #239 | Position Rank: LB19
Our model: #186 overall (LB15), 53 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Cole Sullivan - Oklahoma
Consensus Rank: #262 | Position Rank: LB20
Our model: #236 overall (LB19), 26 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Jordan Hall - Michigan State
Consensus Rank: #267 | Position Rank: LB21
Our model: no rank yet, consensus only
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Payton Pierce - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #270 | Position Rank: LB22
Our model: #254 overall (LB22), 16 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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TJ Dottery - LSU
Consensus Rank: #273 | Position Rank: LB23
Our model: #253 overall (LB21), 20 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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John Curry - Texas Tech
Consensus Rank: #278 | Position Rank: LB24
Our model: #279 overall (LB26), 1 spot lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Justin Okoronkwo - NA
Consensus Rank: #288 | Position Rank: LB25
Our model: #302 overall (LB27), 14 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Arion Carter - Tennessee
Consensus Rank: #295 | Position Rank: LB26
Our model: #276 overall (LB25), 19 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Kip Lewis - Oklahoma
Consensus Rank: #296 | Position Rank: LB27
Our model: #311 overall (LB29), 15 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Nicholas Rodriguez - Missouri
Consensus Rank: #302 | Position Rank: LB28
Our model: #330 overall (LB30), 28 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Justin Williams - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #337 | Position Rank: LB29
Our model: #332 overall (LB31), 5 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Isaiah Jones - Indiana
Consensus Rank: #341 | Position Rank: LB30
Our model: #344 overall (LB32), 3 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Matt Rose - Stanford
Consensus Rank: #346 | Position Rank: LB31
Our model: #350 overall (LB34), 4 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Kam Robinson - Virginia
Consensus Rank: #348 | Position Rank: LB32
Our model: #351 overall (LB35), 3 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Owen Chambliss - Nebraska
Consensus Rank: #354 | Position Rank: LB33
Our model: #269 overall (LB24), 85 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Amare Campbell - Tennessee
Consensus Rank: #362 | Position Rank: LB34
Our model: #356 overall (LB36), 6 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Desman Stephens II - USC
Consensus Rank: #370 | Position Rank: LB35
Our model: #348 overall (LB33), 22 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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EJ Lightsey - NA
Consensus Rank: #378 | Position Rank: LB36
Our model: #405 overall (LB40), 27 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Daymion Sanford - Texas A&M
Consensus Rank: #379 | Position Rank: LB37
Our model: #362 overall (LB37), 17 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Ethan Stuhlsatz - Wyoming
Consensus Rank: #412 | Position Rank: LB38
Our model: #416 overall (LB41), 4 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Devon Jackson - Oregon
Consensus Rank: #422 | Position Rank: LB39
Our model: #418 overall (LB42), 4 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Caleb Woodson - Alabama
Consensus Rank: #426 | Position Rank: LB40
Our model: #303 overall (LB28), 123 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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2027 Linebacker Class Analysis
The linebacker class offers 2 elite prospects led by Chris Cole. This group combines sideline-to-sideline speed with the physicality to take on blockers in today's NFL.
Linebacker-Needy Teams for 2026
Teams projected to target linebackers early include: Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs, New York Jets. Each team's draft position and specific roster construction will determine the best fit for top prospects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the #1 LB in the 2027 NFL Draft?
Chris Cole from Georgia is currently the consensus #1 linebacker prospect, ranking #15 overall in our big board.
How many LBs will go in the first round in 2026?
Projections suggest 2 linebackers could be selected in the first round, depending on team needs and draft position.
What makes the 2027 LB class special?
The 2027 linebacker class offers exceptional depth with 2 potential first-rounders and strong developmental prospects in the middle rounds.
Related Draft Resources
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