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Harold Perkins Jr.

LSU

Harold Perkins Jr.

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

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