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Harold Perkins Jr.
LSU
HT:
6010
WT:
225
YR:
SR
POS:
LB
OVR RK
33
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
High-End Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Harold Perkins Jr. is one of the most explosive and scheme-versatile defenders in the 2026 NFL Draft class. A true chess piece, Perkins can align as a stand-up edge rusher, stack linebacker, or STAR overhang defender and win with elite burst, fluidity, and instincts. At 6’1”, 220 pounds, he is undersized by traditional linebacker standards, but his speed and ability to bend the edge create mismatch advantages for any defense employing him correctly. Returning to LSU in 2025 after a torn ACL was the right move—he’ll have the chance to refine his processing, bulk up his frame, and reaffirm his status as a first-round playmaker. He fits best in hybrid fronts—teams that value movement and disguise with sub-package versatility.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
High-End Starter Potential (65-69)
A player expected to become a top-tier starter within their first few years. They possess strong physical tools and good technical skills but may have some limitations in their game. With development, they can reach near-elite levels and provide consistent impact at their position.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Explosive Pass Rusher
Versatility
Coverage Potential
KEY WEAKNESSES
Undersized
Edge Setting
Pass Rush Arsenal
PLAYER COMPARISONS