Defensive Line Rankings 2025 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Defensive Line
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
25 |
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6-6
345lbs
5.28
|
DT |
|
345lbs | 6-6 | 5.28 | 25 | 71.3 |
84.6
|
Walker hits the NFL draft as a Day 2 prospect whose film shows both tantalizing potential and clear limitations. His pass rush ability... |
26 |
|
6-6
295lbs
4.67
|
DE/ED |
|
295lbs | 6-6 | 4.67 | 24 | 69.4 |
84.5
|
The disconnect between Burch's athletic testing and actual pass rush impact jumps off the tape. While he possesses rare movement skills for... |
27 |
|
6-4
310lbs
4.95
|
DT |
|
310lbs | 6-4 | 4.95 | 18 | 59.5 |
84.3
|
Darius Alexander is an intriguing interior defensive line prospect with impressive physical traits and significant upside. At 6'4", 310... |
28 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.63
|
DE/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.63 | 30 | 88.4 |
84.2
|
Gillotte emerges as one of the most intriguing edge defenders in this class, combining elite explosive testing numbers with refined... |
29 |
|
6-3
320lbs
5.10
|
DT |
|
320lbs | 6-3 | 5.10 | 32 | 107 |
83.6
|
After hours of film study, one thing becomes crystal clear - Phillips has the raw tools to be a game-wrecking nose tackle in the NFL. The... |
30 |
|
6-3
318lbs
5.11
|
DT |
|
318lbs | 6-3 | 5.11 | 31 | 89.3 |
83.5
|
Farmer fits as a prototypical penetrating three-technique at the next level, where his explosive first step and natural power can be... |
31 |
|
6-1
340lbs
5.16
|
DL |
|
340lbs | 6-1 | 5.16 | 33 | 108.8 |
83.0
|
Caldwell brings immediate value as a run-stuffing defensive tackle who can contribute in a rotation from day one. His game is built on... |
32 |
|
6-5
295lbs
4.79
|
DL |
|
295lbs | 6-5 | 4.79 | 41 | 137 |
82.9
|
Mills brings a toolbox that clearly tilts toward disruption rather than pure anchor strength. His film shows a defender who attacks with... |
33 |
|
6-6
280lbs
4.74
|
DE/ED |
|
280lbs | 6-6 | 4.74 | 34 | 110 |
82.2
|
The film shows a defensive lineman who's built for the modern NFL but needs significant technical development to unlock his abilities. He's... |
34 |
|
6-1
290lbs
4.94
|
DL |
|
290lbs | 6-1 | 4.94 | 37 | 124 |
82.2
|
Peebles enters the league as an interior defender with a clear strength as an interior pass-rusher. When aligned in the three-technique or... |
35 |
|
6-2
265lbs
4.79
|
DE/ED |
|
265lbs | 6-2 | 4.79 | 48 | 181.5 |
82.0
|
Rucker has "designated pass-rush weapon" written all over him. His film reveals a defender whose primary value lies in his ability to... |
36 |
|
6-5
260lbs
4.62
|
DE/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-5 | 4.62 | 40 | 135.2 |
81.4
|
Baron brings immediate value as a designated pass rusher with room to develop into a more complete defender. His film reveals a technically... |