CJ Allen is a linebacker from Georgia who is ranked No. 35 on my NFL Draft Top 100 Big Board. This comprehensive scouting report analyzes Allen’s draft potential, current mock draft trends, and where he ranks among the top prospects.
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CJ Allen’s NFL Draft Potential
CJ Allen isn’t as big or long as most other LBs in the early-round range, but he’s simply a good football player who has the skills that transfer on Sundays. Athletically, Allen is quick, amped-up, and explosive on the attack, and he has the speed and range to cover ground to the sideline, or drop in coverage on seam routes or into Tampa 2 zones.
Allen’s burst can be weaponized as a blitzer up gaps, or as a breaker on short curls and hitches, and his rapid play pace and fast processing magnifies his utility as a responder. Allen’s take-on technique can still be inconsistent, as he doesn’t have the high-end length to consistently control blocks. Nevertheless, Allen is a well-rounded two-phase, three-down LB with definite starting ability as a MIKE or WILL.
Where Does CJ Allen Rank Amongst Other NFL Draft Prospects?
Allen is currently ranked No. 35 overall in my October 2026 NFL Draft Big Board. Among LB prospects, Allen ranks 2nd at the position, trailing Sonny Styles. With a ranking inside the top 64, Allen is positioned as a Day 2 prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft.
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