EDGE RUSHER
TOP 5 QB VIDEO
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Bryce Young
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CJ Stroud
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Hendon Hooker
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Dorian Thompson-Robinson
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Jaren Hall
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Abdul Carter
EDGE | PENN ST. | 6’3 | 259
Strengths: Carter is a unique defender with elite upside. His natural pass-rushing ability stands out, highlighted by top-tier production in 2024. He can dip and bend with impressive flexibility and explodes off the line with rare quickness. Carter also shows the ability to make plays in space and drop into coverage, giving him true hybrid potential. Weaknesses: He would benefit from developing a more complete counter package. He also could improve the power element of his game. Bottom Line: Carter’s dynamic blend of pass-rush skill and spatial playmaking gives him the ceiling to become a future Defensive Player of the Year in the NFL.
Grade: Round 1
Micah Parsons
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Mike Green
EDGE | MARSHALL | 6’4 | 248
Strengths: Green is a high-upside pass-rusher with elite explosiveness. He showcases a lethal first step, natural twitch, and impressive bend off the edge. His college production has been top-tier, and he plays with a relentless motor and strong spatial instincts. Green’s pass-rush arsenal is already well-developed, and he generates real power with his hands. Weaknesses: He’ll need to add mass to avoid getting overwhelmed in traffic at the next level. There have also been some off-field concerns that could affect his evaluation. Bottom Line: Green is one of the most polished pure pass-rushers in the class and has the tools to become a double-digit sack artist in the NFL.
Grade: Round 1
Nolan Smith
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James Pearce Jr.
EDGE | TENNESSEE | 6’5 | 243
Strengths: Pearce Jr. is a high-upside prospect with appealing traits. He has great length and uses it well to keep blockers off his frame. He’s nimble in space, showing natural athleticism and fluidity, with strong production at the college level. His mobility and versatility make him a valuable piece in multiple defensive looks. Weaknesses: His lack of mass is a concern—he can get swallowed up and will need to add strength. While he consistently generates pressure, he struggles to finish plays and convert opportunities. Bottom Line: Pearce Jr. has the tools and athleticism to become a dynamic NFL weapon, but he’ll require development.
Grade: Round 1
Brian Burns
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Mykel Williams
EDGE | GEORGIA | 6’5 | 265
Strengths: With elite length and size, Williams has a freakish frame that looks like he was built in a lab. He’s a stout, disciplined run defender who knows how to use his build to clog lanes. Williams brings an old-school physical presence with intriguing upside. Weaknesses: He lacks explosiveness as a pass-rusher and has a limited arsenal, so he’s unlikely to be a high-volume sack producer. He can appear sluggish at times and hasn’t put up the level of production expected from his traits. Bottom Line: If Williams can develop his pass-rush arsenal, his size, discipline, and versatility give him the potential to become a very solid NFL defender.
Grade: Round 1
N/A
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Shemar Stewart
EDGE | TEXAS A&M | 6’6 | 290
Strengths: Stewart is a powerful, thick-built defender with a frame that offers true versatility—capable of playing both on the interior and edge. He brings excellent strength at the point of attack and makes his physical presence felt consistently. For his size, Stewart’s explosiveness and acceleration are impressive, and he tested off the charts at the combine. Weaknesses: His college production has been modest. He tends to play too upright at times, which affects his leverage and consistency. Bottom Line: Stewart’s rare combination of size, length, strength, and athleticism gives him high-upside potential as a versatile and disruptive NFL defender.
Grade: Round 2
N/A
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Donovan Ezeiruaku
EDGE | BOSTON COLLEGE | 6’2 | 247
Strengths: Ezeiruaku is a productive edge rusher with an exciting and well-rounded skillset. He’s explosive out of his stance, showcasing strong acceleration and a relentless motor. He has an advanced pass-rush repertoire and can effectively counter when his initial move doesn’t land. With great bend and the ability to dip under tackles, plus impressive length that he uses well, he consistently creates pressure. Weaknesses: He lacks ideal play strength and can be overwhelmed by bigger, more powerful tackles. Bottom Line: If Ezeiruaku can add mass and functional strength, he can become a dynamic NFL pass-rusher.
Grade: Round 2
N/A
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Nic Scourton
EDGE | TEXAS A&M | 6’4 | 285
Strengths: Scourton is a compact and physical lineman with great functional strength at the point of attack. For his size, he moves well—capable of dropping into coverage and making plays in space. He plays with a high motor and can wear down linemen over time. His spin move is lethal and shows up consistently on tape. Weaknesses: Scourton could improve his finishing ability, and once he hits the top of his rush, he can look a bit sluggish turning the corner. Bottom Line: Scourton’s combination of size, mobility, and effort gives him the tools to be a productive and reliable NFL defender.
Grade: Round 2
Keion White
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JT Tuimoloau
EDGE | OHIO STATE | 6’5 | 269
Strengths: Tuimoloau is a thick defender with an NFL-ready frame. He generates a clear jolt with his hands and displays functional strength at the point of attack. He’s a reliable, productive, and disciplined presence against the run. Weaknesses: Tuimoloau isn’t particularly athletic or twitchy and lacks a deep pass-rush arsenal. Bottom Line: Tuimoloau’s size, strength, and consistency will make him a high-end rotational lineman in the NFL.
Grade: Round 2
N/A
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Jack Sawyer
EDGE | OHIO STATE | 6’5 | 260
Strengths: Sawyer is a high-motor defender who shows a ton of effort on tape. He has a good frame and effectively converts speed to power out of his stance. He’s a great tackler in space and consistently gravitates toward the ball. Weaknesses: For his size, Sawyer can surprisingly get swallowed up by bigger tackles. He’s not overly agile, lacks a defined pass-rush plan, and tends to rely on raw tools. His length is also a concern at the next level. Bottom Line: Sawyer’s frame, vision, and motor will make him a quality rotational lineman in the NFL.
Grade: Round 2
Sam Hubbard
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Landon Jackson
EDGE | ARKANSAS | 6’7 | 280
Strengths: Jackson is a big, stout defender with a high floor. He has a monstrous frame with great length and moves efficiently for his size. His hands are powerful and well-utilized, and he shows real strength at the point of attack. Jackson’s top asset is his vision, patience, and discipline against the run, and he tested very well athletically at the combine. Weaknesses: He’s more of a smooth glider than an agile or twitchy mover and doesn’t offer much in terms of dynamic pass-rush ability. Bottom Line: With his motor, IQ, and physical tools, Jackson projects as a reliable and steady contributor at the next level.
Grade: Round 3
N/A
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Princely Umanmielen
EDGE | OLE MISS | 6’4 | 255
Strengths: Umanmielen is a flexible edge rusher with a ton of upside. He’s athletic, explosive, and consistently generates pressure off the edge, showing the ability to fly by tackles with ease. Weaknesses: He needs to add mass and improve his physicality, as he can get swallowed at the point of attack. He’s also more of a long strider than a twitchy mover. Bottom Line: Umanmielen has the tools to become a productive situational pass-rusher capable of putting up solid numbers.
Grade: Round 3
N/A
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Josaiah Stewart
EDGE | MICHIGAN | 6’1 | 245
Strengths: Stewart is a freaky athlete with high-upside traits. He explodes out of his stance and shows impressive burst in pursuit. Stewart is twitchy, agile, and capable of blowing past tackles with ease. His production in 2024 was strong and speaks to his disruptive ability. Weaknesses: He lacks the ideal length and frame for a top-end edge and can get swallowed up by bigger tackles or lost in traffic. Bottom Line: Fit will be everything for Stewart, who has the traits to thrive in a niche role that maximizes his explosiveness and playmaking ability.
Grade: Round 3
N/A
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Bradyn Swinson
EDGE | LSU | 6’4 | 250
Strengths: Swinson is an athletic and physical edge rusher with a big, long, and imposing frame. He flashes solid play strength while also showing explosiveness and quickness. His motor stands out on tape, as he consistently fights through the whistle. Weaknesses: Swinson is still raw—he lacks a defined pass-rush plan and often barrels forward without clear intention. He needs to develop more discipline with his eyes and take better angles in pursuit. Bottom Line: Swinson has the physical tools to develop into a productive player with the right coaching and refinement.
Grade: Round 3
N/A
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Kyle Kennard
EDGE | SOUTH CAR. | 6’1 | 245
Strengths: Kennard is a long and explosive defender who moves fluidly in space. He shows impressive bend on tape and has a natural smoothness to his game. Kennard plays with a high motor and toughness, consistently generating pressure as a natural pass-rusher. Weaknesses: He could benefit from adding more mass at the next level, and his pass-rush plan still needs development to be more effective against NFL competition. Bottom Line: Kennard’s blend of explosiveness, fluidity, and effort gives him the tools to become a solid pass-rusher in the NFL.
Grade: Round 3
Yannick Ngakoue
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Oluwafemi Oladejo
EDGE | UCLA | 6’3 | 250
Strengths: Oladejo is an athletic and versatile defender with a great build that allows him to play in multiple roles. He showed clear improvement as the season progressed and brings a nice mix of power and quickness. At the Senior Bowl, he stood out for his character, energy, and leadership. Weaknesses: He’s still raw and relatively inexperienced at the position, lacking a refined pass-rush repertoire. At times, he needs to engage blocks with more urgency. Bottom Line: Oladejo is an intriguing upside project with strong physical traits and intangibles that could thrive with proper development.
Grade: Round 3
N/A
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David Walker
EDGE | CENTRAL ARKANSAS | 6’2 | 260
Strengths: Walker is a highly productive defender with a compact build. He’s slippery for his size, showing the ability to avoid contact. He has a good first step, plays with discipline and awareness, and brings a clear power element. Athletically, he tested very well and offers versatility as a disruptive presence. Weaknesses: He has a bit of a tweener build with short arms and a stocky frame, and he’s slightly older than most prospects. He’s also not as nimble or flexible as some other prospects. Bottom Line: Walker’s size, production, and technical foundation make him a solid bet to contribute as a reliable rotational piece in the NFL.
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Ashton Gillotte
EDGE | LOUISVILLE | 6’3 | 275
Strengths: Gillotte is a strong, imposing lineman with the versatility to play both on the interior and the edge. He shows solid functional strength at the point of attack and has the size to handle a high snap count in the NFL. Gillotte is disciplined and displays good vision in the run game, staying true to his assignments. He also tested well at the combine. Weaknesses: He lacks true explosiveness and isn’t likely to be a dangerous pass-rusher. His arsenal is underdeveloped, and he’s a bit of an tweener with questionable length. Bottom Line: Gillotte’s size, strength, and discipline can make him a dependable rotational lineman at the next level.
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Antwaun Powell-Ryland
EDGE | VIRGINIA TECH | 6’3 | 252
Strengths: Powell-Ryland Jr. is a well-rounded pass-rusher with a strong, compact build. He’s technically developed with a deep pass-rush repertoire and a clear understanding of how to win reps. He takes smart angles, plays with discipline, moves well in space, and brings a high motor and aggressive mentality. Weaknesses: He hasn’t been very productive against the run and doesn’t offer much in that phase. His lack of ideal length could pose challenges against NFL tackles. Bottom Line: Powell-Ryland Jr. has the technical skill and motor to contribute as a situational pass-rusher at the next level.
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Sai'Vion Jones
EDGE | LSU | 6’6 | 280
Strengths: Jones is a stout defender with a prototype build—long, strong, and physical. He plays with a high motor and brings consistent effort on every snap. Jones is powerful off the line, with a strong anchor in the run game and the ability to generate force as a straight-line pass-rusher. Weaknesses: He’s not overly athletic, lacking flexibility and bend, and struggles to redirect in space. He can be late to react and needs to stay more disciplined in maintaining lane integrity. Bottom Line: Jones has the size, strength, and effort to develop into a solid rotational piece on an NFL defensive line.
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Jared Ivey
EDGE | OLE MISS | 6’6 | 285
Strengths: Ivey is an experienced and versatile defender with great size, excellent length, and solid mass. He uses his hands well to disrupt blockers and has the strength and discipline to contribute against the run. Weaknesses: He often plays too upright and lacks the lower-body power or explosiveness to consistently win. He’s not very fluid and can look a bit sluggish when working around the edge. Bottom Line: Ivey has the size and experience to be a rotational depth piece, but limited mobility may cap his upside.