Defensive End Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 |
|
6-1
265lbs
4.80
|
DE |
|
265lbs | 6-1 | 4.80 | 11 | 49.5 |
87.0
|
The violent hands and explosive first step translate immediately to passing downs at the next level. Shows refined pass rush plan with... |
10 |
|
6-2
240lbs
4.62
|
DE |
|
240lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 21 | 99.7 |
84.6
|
Thomas enters the NFL conversation as a pass rush specialist whose explosive first step and natural bend create immediate problems for... |
21 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.90
|
DE |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 75 | 603 |
64.2
|
Excellent hustle-and-chase tackler. Good closing speed with change of direction to corral mobile quarterbacks. Carter has an excellent... |
11 |
|
6-3
250lbs
4.78
|
DE |
|
250lbs | 6-3 | 4.78 | 24 | 116 |
82.9
|
|
15 |
|
6-3
247lbs
4.78
|
DE |
|
247lbs | 6-3 | 4.78 | 47 | 330 |
77.0
|
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... |
6 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.76
|
DE |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.76 | 9 | 38 |
86.7
|
Despite lacking the elite bend and explosiveness that defines premier edge rushers, Sapp's technical refinement and power at the point of... |
9 |
|
6-3
245lbs
4.68
|
DE |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.68 | 16 | 66 |
86.0
|
Joseph's rare length and first-step quickness give him immediate NFL tools, but his tendency to play too high and occasional difficulty... |
1 |
|
6-3
265lbs
4.65
|
DE |
|
265lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 1 | 4.6 |
90.9
|
Parker's going to be a day one difference-maker when he steps onto an NFL field. The tape doesn't lie: this kid's hand-fighting... |
7 |
|
6-3
256lbs
4.65
|
DE |
|
256lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 14 | 60 |
86.4
|
Raw power matched with lightning quickness off the edge defines Moore's game, but technical refinement stands between him and consistent... |
13 |
|
6-4
278lbs
4.76
|
DE |
|
278lbs | 6-4 | 4.76 | 29 | 152.7 |
79.6
|
A savvy, versatile and instinctive edge rusher who did a little bit of everything, Collins was especially effective getting to the... |
19 |
|
6-4
295lbs
4.75
|
DE |
|
295lbs | 6-4 | 4.75 | 63 | 530 |
74.0
|
Adeleye has decent enough flexibility to bend the edge, and Adeleye shows a good closing burst. He’s a high-effort pass rusher who shows... |
18 |
|
6-4
240lbs
4.60
|
DE |
|
240lbs | 6-4 | 4.60 | 58 | 504 |
74.8
|
Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past blockers and finish. Experienced in coverage and gets a strong jam on outside... |