The Best Atlanta Falcons Linebackers of All Time

Over 400 Ranker voters have come together to rank this list of The Best Atlanta Falcons Linebackers of All Time

Big fan of Atlanta football? Then check out this list of Atlanta Falcons linebackers with photos and seasons as starters. It includes every starting linebacker from throughout Atlanta Falcons history, including current linebackers and past ones. An important part of the Atlanta defense, the LB position includes middle or inside linebackers and outside (strong side or weakside) linebackers. Featuring some of the greatest NFL linebackers of all time, the best Falcons LBs include Keith Brooking, John Rade, Jessie Tuggle, and Tommy Nobis.

In the 2017-18 NFL season, the current Atlanta Falcons starting LBs and backup LBs are Vic Beasley, De'Vondre Campbell, Deion Jones, LaRoy Reynolds, and Duke Riley. 

Who are the best linebackers in Atlanta Falcons history? Here is every player who has ever held the position of Atlanta Falcons starting linebacker.

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Ranked by
  • Jessie Tuggle
    1
    191 votes

    Seasons: 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987

  • Tommy Nobis
    2
    143 votes

    Seasons: 1976, 1975, 1974, 1973, 1972,1971, 1970, 1969, 1968, 1967, 1966

  • Deion Jones
    3
    201 votes

    Deion Jones

    Seasons: 2018, 2017, 2016

  • Keith Brooking
    4
    130 votes

    Keith Brooking

    Seasons: 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002 , 2001, 2000, 1999

  • Buddy Curry
    5
    55 votes

    Seasons: 1987, 1986, 1985, 1984, 1983, 1982, 1981, 1980

  • De'Vondre Campbell
    6
    98 votes

    De'Vondre Campbell

    Seasons: 2018, 2017, 2016