Defensive End Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
|
6-3
265lbs
4.65
|
DE |
|
265lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 1 | 9 |
90.4
|
|
2 |
|
6-4
278lbs
4.76
|
DE |
|
278lbs | 6-4 | 4.76 | 4 | 30 |
87.6
|
A savvy, versatile and instinctive edge rusher who did a little bit of everything, Collins was especially effective getting to the... |
3 |
|
6-5
265lbs
4.65
|
DE |
|
265lbs | 6-5 | 4.65 | 5 | 42 |
86.7
|
Shelby displays good lateral movement skills, capable of working his way down the line with decent range when chasing in pursuit. He has... |
4 |
|
6-5
283lbs
4.85
|
DE |
|
283lbs | 6-5 | 4.85 | 20 | 48 |
86.0
|
Overton brings a blend of physical tools and raw potential to the defensive line position. His frame and athleticism suggest scheme... |
5 |
|
6-5
270lbs
4.85
|
DE |
|
270lbs | 6-5 | 4.85 | 10 | 59 |
85.5
|
Plays with leverage at the point of attack whether inside or outside. Keeps eyes in the backfield when inside; moves linemen to either side... |
6 |
|
6-3
247lbs
4.78
|
DE |
|
247lbs | 6-3 | 4.78 | 11 | 63 |
85.2
|
Tuliaupupu explodes off the line with a quick first step, with agile feet to counter inside and closing burst to finish plays. He has an... |
7 |
|
6-1
265lbs
4.80
|
DE |
|
265lbs | 6-1 | 4.80 | 12 | 64 |
85.2
|
The violent hands and explosive first step translate immediately to passing downs at the next level. Shows refined pass rush plan with... |
8 |
|
6-5
272lbs
4.68
|
DE |
|
272lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 8 | 123 |
83.0
|
Dennis-Sutton projects as a high-upside edge defender with the tools to make an immediate impact in run defense. His first-step... |
9 |
|
6-3
256lbs
4.65
|
DE |
|
256lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 22 | 134 |
82.9
|
Moore projects as a high-upside edge defender with the physical tools to become a disruptive force at the NFL level. His combination of... |
10 |
|
6-2
240lbs
4.62
|
DE |
|
240lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 25 | 155 |
82.3
|
Thomas fits the profile of an immediate impact pass rush specialist who has the tools to develop into an every-down edge defender at the... |
11 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.76
|
DE |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.76 | 30 | 238 |
80.2
|
The stout defender demonstrates NFL-caliber ability to set the edge and disrupt blocking schemes in the run game. Natural power at the... |
12 |
|
6-5
260lbs
4.67
|
DE |
|
260lbs | 6-5 | 4.67 | 31 | 247 |
80.0
|
A technician with a high motor, Womack has a variety of moves and displays exceptionally good hand use. Womack shows a strong finishing... |