Defensive Line Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17 |
|
6-3
239lbs
4.64
|
DE/ED |
|
239lbs | 6-3 | 4.64 | 21 | 72.9 |
84.9
|
Height profiles as a situational pass rusher who can contribute immediately on third downs while developing the strength and technique to... |
16 |
|
6-3
274lbs
4.87
|
DE/ED |
|
274lbs | 6-3 | 4.87 | 20 | 67.7 |
84.9
|
Overton profiles as a day two selection who earns a rotational role immediately and develops into a starter with time. His best fit is in... |
11 |
|
6-3
242lbs
4.73
|
DE/ED |
|
242lbs | 6-3 | 4.73 | 17 | 65.6 |
85.5
|
Watch him play and you see an edge defender whose athletic profile makes coordinators drool. The combination of 4.6ish speed, 34-plus inch... |
8 |
|
6-3
259lbs
4.90
|
DE/ED |
|
259lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 8 | 33.3 |
85.9
|
There is a lot to like about what Mesidor puts on tape. His pass rush toolbox ranks among the deepest in this entire draft class, and the... |
83 |
|
6-4
309lbs
5.12
|
DT |
|
309lbs | 6-4 | 5.12 | 135 | 549 |
61.8
|
Malone can also win going speed-to-power, with the leg drive to push blockers back. He has violent hands and the long arms to ward off... |
79 |
|
6-4
266lbs
4.68
|
DE/ED |
|
266lbs | 6-4 | 4.68 | 87 | 441 |
65.0
|
Plays with leverage at the point of attack whether inside or outside. Keeps eyes in the backfield when inside; moves linemen to either side... |
78 |
|
6-4
330lbs
4.90
|
DL |
|
330lbs | 6-4 | 4.90 | 83 | 383.8 |
67.2
|
Strong tackler. Has good power in hands and can anchor, shed, and chase. Agile run-stopper at end, extends to grab backs from the backside... |
76 |
|
6-4
282lbs
4.76
|
DL/ED |
|
282lbs | 6-4 | 4.76 | 143 | 557.5 |
70.3
|
Grimes can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Grimes also shows good awareness when... |
73 |
|
6-4
311lbs
5.40
|
DL |
|
311lbs | 6-4 | 5.40 | 104 | 513.5 |
72.0
|
Despite his relatively tall frame, Payne typically plays with a low enough pad level and natural power to push the pocket with the bull... |
71 |
|
6-4
245lbs
4.60
|
DE |
|
245lbs | 6-4 | 4.60 | 85 | 397 |
73.8
|
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... |
69 |
|
6-4
250lbs
4.82
|
DE/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-4 | 4.82 | 94 | 499 |
74.0
|
Foreman has the speed to be effective in pursuit, and Foreman shows enough fluid athleticism that he might be able to transition to outside... |
68 |
|
6-4
235lbs
4.64
|
DE/ED |
|
235lbs | 6-4 | 4.64 | 90 | 474.5 |
74.0
|
Raw talent with a sky-high ceiling, but currently more of a traits-based prospect than a polished product. His transfer to Colorado... |