Edge Rusher Rankings 2025 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
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DE /ED |
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242lbs | 6-5 | 4.49 | 1 | 1.8 |
92.8
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Plays with leverage at the point of attack whether inside or outside. Keeps eyes in the backfield when inside; moves linemen to either side... |
2 |
|
DE /ED |
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270lbs | 6-4 | 4.62 | 4 | 25.3 |
88.2
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His closing burst is outstanding, and Tuimoloau routinely finished plays last year. He has range and toughness as a run defender, capable... |
3 |
|
DE /ED |
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280lbs | 6-4 | 4.70 | 12 | 33 |
88.0
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Scourton has violent hands and the long arms to ward off blockers. He plays with a good pad level and can win with power as a bull rusher.... |
4 |
|
DE /ED |
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265lbs | 6-4 | 4.60 | 8 | 29.8 |
87.8
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Sawyer has an explosive first step and converts that short-area speed into power, a capable bull rusher. Flashes nimble feet to... |
5 |
|
DE /ED |
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255lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 6 | 26 |
87.6
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Possesses accurate snap anticipation and timing to beat blockers off the edge. A chase-and-tackle Will prospect, Umanmielen is... |
6 |
|
DL /ED |
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281lbs | 6-7 | 4.68 | 13 | 34.6 |
87.3
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His fluidity and speed allow him to cover a lot of ground when dropping back into zone, and Jackson is capable of turning and running with... |
7 |
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DE /ED |
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265lbs | 6-5 | 4.65 | 15 | 42.8 |
86.9
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A savvy, versatile and instinctive edge rusher who did a little bit of everything, Williams was especially effective getting to the... |
8 |
|
DE /ED |
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239lbs | 6-5 | 4.65 | 9 | 31.2 |
86.7
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Payton has long arms and displays good power in his hands, which gives him the ability to slip off blocks. As a run defender, Payton has... |
9 |
|
DL /ED |
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270lbs | 6-3 | 4.75 | 18 | 59 |
86.7
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A technician with a high motor, Gillotte has a variety of moves and displays exceptionally good hand use. Gillotte shows a strong finishing... |
10 |
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DE /ED |
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254lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 11 | 32.5 |
86.3
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Dennis-Sutton has a lethal spin move and the pure speed to close quickly. He can win on the edge in a number of ways. He’s a natural knee... |
11 |
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DL /ED |
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265lbs | 6-2 | 4.79 | 19 | 61 |
85.8
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He’s quick to react and locate the ball, and Rucker shows enough speed to succeed in backside pursuit. Rucker plays with excellent balance... |
12 |
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DE /ED |
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260lbs | 6-4 | 4.79 | 20 | 75.5 |
84.8
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Aggressive with good awareness to track the ball and attack. Tenacious, tough, competItIve and versatile. He’s a high-effort pass rusher... |