Report: Raiders LB Draft Rankings

The Las Vegas Raiders will likely invest in a linebacker during the 2025 NFL Draft, going with youth and talent to match with new acquisitions Elandon Roberts and Devin White.

Pro Football Focus' Trevor Sikkema compiled a ranking of the draft's best talent -- which linebackers stand out?

1. Jihaad Campbell, Alabama

Sikkema: "Campbell has the ideal build and athletic ability to play any linebacker spot, but he projects best to a Mike or Sam LB in 4-3 schemes or a Mike/EDGE in a 3-4. He must continue to develop anticipation and strength, but he has the mold of an All-Pro player."

2. Jalon Walker, Georgia

Sikkema: "Walker is a physically and athletically gifted player who presents box presence versatility as an off-ball linebacker. His anticipation and pass-rush profile in its current form are lacking for consistent impact in the NFL. He must improve how he approaches rushing the passer or his off-ball instincts to be worth a top-50 selection due to age and potential."

3. Demetrius Knight Jr., South Carolina

Sikkema: "Knight will be one of the oldest prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft, but he is a mature player with good processing and fundamentally sound tackling. His run-defense angles can be a bit overaggressive, but you'll take that trade-off due to how well he moves in coverage and when pursuing ball carriers."

4. Carson Schwesinger, UCLA

Sikkema: "Schwesinger is light for an NFL linebacker, but his elite processing speed and intelligence give him starter and impact ability as a Mike or Will linebacker for a 4-3 defense."

5. Chris Paul Jr., Mississippi

Sikkema: "Paul needs to add some mass to his frame, but he can eventually become a starting Will linebacker in the league, thanks to his athleticism and intelligence."