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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
33 |
|
6-4
245lbs
4.75
|
DL/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-4 | 4.75 | 37 | 332 |
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... |
32 |
|
6-5
325lbs
5.10
|
DL |
|
325lbs | 6-5 | 5.10 | 36 | 315 |
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... |
31 |
|
6-3
280lbs
4.90
|
DL/ED |
|
280lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 35 | 313 |
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... |
30 |
|
6-4
320lbs
5.25
|
DL |
|
320lbs | 6-4 | 5.25 | 34 | 280 |
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... |
29 |
|
6-1
285lbs
4.85
|
DL |
|
285lbs | 6-1 | 4.85 | 33 | 276 |
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... |
28 |
|
6-4
304lbs
5.10
|
DL |
|
304lbs | 6-4 | 5.10 | 32 | 264 |
79.0
|
|
27 |
|
6-5
260lbs
4.67
|
DE/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-5 | 4.67 | 31 | 248 |
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... |
26 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.76
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.76 | 30 | 240 |
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... |
25 |
|
6-4
245lbs
4.65
|
DL/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-4 | 4.65 | 26 | 185 |
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.... |
24 |
|
6-2
240lbs
4.62
|
DE/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 25 | 157 |
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... |
23 |
|
6-1
290lbs
4.66
|
DT |
|
290lbs | 6-1 | 4.66 | 24 | 153 |
82.5
|
Durant's skill set aligns with the role of a rotational 3-technique in a 4-3 scheme, with upside as a sub-package rusher. His elite... |
22 |
|
6-5
250lbs
4.65
|
DL/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-5 | 4.65 | 22 | 147 |
82.6
|
Payton projects as a high-ceiling edge rusher with the bend and burst to be a day-one contributor in passing situations. His length and... |