Defensive Line Rankings 2026 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 |
|
6-4
245lbs
4.65
|
DL/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-4 | 4.65 | 26 | 180 |
81.5
|
Howell's profile is that of a high-upside edge rusher with the potential to contribute immediately as a designated pass-rush specialist.... |
26 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.76
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.76 | 30 | 234 |
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... |
27 |
|
6-5
260lbs
4.67
|
DE/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-5 | 4.67 | 31 | 240 |
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... |
28 |
|
6-4
304lbs
5.10
|
DL |
|
304lbs | 6-4 | 5.10 | 32 | 260 |
79.0
|
|
29 |
|
6-1
285lbs
4.85
|
DL |
|
285lbs | 6-1 | 4.85 | 33 | 272 |
78.5
|
He’s flexible enough to bend the edge, and he’s at his best when Collins can use his quickness and change-of-direction abilities to counter... |
30 |
|
6-4
320lbs
5.25
|
DL |
|
320lbs | 6-4 | 5.25 | 34 | 284 |
78.0
|
Rarely goes to the ground, showing good balance from his high school wrestling days. Hall has the strong core and powerful hands to shed... |
31 |
|
6-3
280lbs
4.90
|
DL/ED |
|
280lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 35 | 311 |
75.7
|
Mesidor projects as a versatile defensive lineman who can contribute in both 3-4 and 4-3 schemes at the next level. His ability to... |
32 |
|
6-5
325lbs
5.10
|
DL |
|
325lbs | 6-5 | 5.10 | 36 | 312 |
75.5
|
His motor is excellent, and he’s quick to locate the ball and make plays against the run. Possesses the length and power to ward off... |
33 |
|
6-4
245lbs
4.75
|
DL/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-4 | 4.75 | 37 | 330 |
74.9
|
Foreman has the speed to be effective in pursuit, and Foreman shows enough fluid athleticism that he might be able to transition to outside... |
34 |
|
6-4
320lbs
5.20
|
DT |
|
320lbs | 6-4 | 5.20 | 38 | 344 |
74.1
|
Hunter shows impressive burst and enough quickness to occasionally threaten the edge as a pass rusher. Can make the impressive... |
35 |
|
6-6
267lbs
4.78
|
DE/ED |
|
267lbs | 6-6 | 4.78 | 40 | 360 |
74.0
|
Good not great quickness and change of direction agility. Chases, using a long spin move to clear blocks. Low, strong off the line. James... |
36 |
|
6-5
325lbs
4.90
|
DL |
|
325lbs | 6-5 | 4.90 | 41 | 368 |
73.3
|
Oatis fits the mold of a rotational piece in an NFL defensive line, with the potential to develop into a starting nose tackle or... |