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2026 Linebacker Rankings & Scouting Reports - Top LB Prospects
The 2026 NFL Draft linebacker class features 1 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 10 LB Prospects for 2026 NFL Draft
Sonny Styles - Ohio State
Overall Rank: #4 | Position Rank: LB1
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15) View full scouting report
CJ Allen - Georgia
Overall Rank: #37 | Position Rank: LB2
Projected: 2nd Round View full scouting report
Jacob Rodriguez - Texas Tech
Overall Rank: #44 | Position Rank: LB3
Projected: 2nd Round View full scouting report
Jake Golday - Cincinnati
Overall Rank: #45 | Position Rank: LB4
Projected: 2nd Round View full scouting report
Anthony Hill Jr - Texas
Overall Rank: #53 | Position Rank: LB5
Projected: 2nd Round View full scouting report
Josiah Trotter - Missouri
Overall Rank: #63 | Position Rank: LB6
Projected: 2nd Round View full scouting report
Kyle Louis - Pittsburgh
Overall Rank: #68 | Position Rank: LB7
Projected: 3rd Round View full scouting report
Deontae Lawson - Alabama
Overall Rank: #112 | Position Rank: LB8
Projected: Mid-Late Round View full scouting report
Keyshaun Elliott - Arizona State
Overall Rank: #118 | Position Rank: LB9
Projected: Mid-Late Round View full scouting report
Kaleb Elarms-Orr - TCU
Overall Rank: #132 | Position Rank: LB10
Projected: Mid-Late Round View full scouting report
2026 Linebacker Class Analysis
The linebacker class offers 1 elite prospects led by Sonny Styles.
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 2026 NFL Draft?
Sonny Styles from Ohio State is currently the consensus #1 linebacker
prospect, ranking #4 overall in our big board.
How many LBs will go in the first round in 2026?
Projections suggest 1 linebacker could be selected in the first round,
depending on team needs and draft position.
What makes the 2026 LB class special?
The 2026 linebacker class offers exceptional depth with 1 potential first-rounders and
strong developmental prospects in the middle rounds.