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Statistics About The Average Linebacker Weight

The average linebacker weight in the NFL is around 245 pounds.

Last Updated: June 18, 2024

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In this post, we’ll examine the evolving landscape of linebacker weights in American football, from the historical averages of the 1950s and 1970s to the current standards in the NFL and college levels. With statistics ranging from the average weights of defensive backs to elite collegiate linebackers, we’ll provide a comprehensive overview of how the physical characteristics of linebackers have shifted over the decades.

Statistic 1

"The average weight of a defensive back in the NFL is about 211 lbs."

Statistic 2

"The average weight for an NFL outside linebacker is about 245 lbs."

Statistic 3

"Middle linebackers in the NFL often weigh around 245 lbs on average."

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"In the 1970s, the average weight of NFL linebackers was only about 220 lbs."

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"In the 1950s, NFL linebackers weighed in at an average of 220 lbs."

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"Athletic linebackers in the NFL, like Von Miller, weigh in around 250 lbs."

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"Heavier NFL linebackers, like Brandon Spikes, weigh around 255 lbs."

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"The average weight of a middle school linebacker is about 145 lbs."

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"At the Division 3 college level, the average weight of a linebacker is about 225 lbs."

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"At the Division 2 college level, linebackers weight is about 235 lbs on average."

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"At the NCAA Division 1 FCS level, average weight of a linebacker is about 240 lbs."

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"The NCAA Division 1 FBS average weight for a linebacker is about 245 lbs."

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""Small" NFL linebackers, like Telvin Smith, tipped the scales at 215 lbs."

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"Elite collegiate linebackers, like Luke Kuechly, weighed in at 242 lbs."

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"Back in the 1980s, the average weight of NFL linebackers was around 230 lbs."

In conclusion, there is a significant variance in the average weights of linebackers across different levels of football, with NFL linebackers generally weighing more than those at the collegiate and middle school levels. The trend over the decades shows an increase in linebacker weights in the NFL, likely due to evolving playing styles and physical demands of the game. Elite players such as Von Miller and Brandon Spikes are on the heavier end of the spectrum, while smaller linebackers like Telvin Smith demonstrate variability within the position. Overall, these statistics highlight the diverse physiques and roles within the linebacker position in American football.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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