Browns' Carson Schwesinger ranked as a top 10 linebacker for 2026
PFF ranked the best linebackers in the NFL and to no surprise Carson Schwesinger earned a high spot.
The latest NFL rankings have placed Carson Schwesinger, the reigning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, at ninth in the league's top 10 linebackers for 2026. PFF has provided multiple rankings throughout the offseason and preseason, and Schwesinger's inclusion in this elite group is a testament to his impressive performance on the field.
Schwesinger's impressive overall PFF grade of 75.2 across 958 snaps proved his value to the Pittsburgh Steelers' defense. Despite the 89th percentile in run stop rate, Schwesinger had some subpar coverage moments that resulted in a 10.6% miss rate on tackles. These statistics suggest that he is a reliable and effective linebacker.
Coaching changes are never easy for a defense, but Schwesinger's leadership qualities are on full display in his absence of Myles Garrett. This is a crucial year for the Browns defense, as they navigate life without their former star linebacker. With Schwesinger's continued success, the defense is positioned to remain strong and competitive for the next five years.
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