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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18 |
|
6-5
272lbs
4.68
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 18 | 126 |
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... |
3 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.72
|
DL/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.72 | 3 | 23 |
88.5
|
Bain has violent hands and consistently breaks away and disengages from blockers. He’s instinctive, reading, reacting and locating the... |
51 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.69
|
DL |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.69 | 104 | 877 |
46.2
|
With a powerful lower body and the ability to hold up at the point of attack as a run defender, Donald is remarkably instinctive. Donald... |
4 |
|
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... |
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... |
41 |
|
6-4
280lbs
4.81
|
DL |
|
280lbs | 6-4 | 4.81 | 47 | 418 |
69.0
|
|
45 |
|
6-4
282lbs
4.77
|
DL/ED |
|
282lbs | 6-4 | 4.77 | 51 | 473 |
63.1
|
Grimes can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Grimes also shows good awareness when... |
9 |
|
6-5
283lbs
4.85
|
DE/ED |
|
283lbs | 6-5 | 4.85 | 21 | 47 |
86.0
|
Overton brings a blend of physical tools and raw potential to the defensive line position. His frame and athleticism suggest scheme... |
55 |
|
6-3
285lbs
5.09
|
DL |
|
285lbs | 6-3 | 5.09 | 110 | 908 |
43.5
|
Jefferies is strong enough in the lower body to hold up at the point of attack, and Jefferies displays a good feel as a grappler in the... |
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... |
2 |
|
6-6
288lbs
4.74
|
DL/ED |
|
288lbs | 6-6 | 4.74 | 2 | 12 |
89.5
|
Flashes nimble feet to chase running backs and mobile quarterbacks to the sideline when lined up at end. Spins off blocks to get back into... |
52 |
|
6-4
290lbs
4.90
|
DT |
|
290lbs | 6-4 | 4.90 | 106 | 883 |
45.6
|
Green has the lateral agility and balance to cover two gaps, and Green shows some good closing burst when moving down the line in... |