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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
49 |
|
6-5
464lbs
5.92
|
DT |
|
464lbs | 6-5 | 5.92 | 59 | 228 |
78.2
|
Watson projects as one of the most unique developmental prospects in this draft class – a true boom-or-bust selection who brings... |
50 |
|
6-6
342lbs
5.17
|
DT |
|
342lbs | 6-6 | 5.17 | 46 | 158.8 |
78.0
|
Jackson profiles as a developmental two-down run stuffer with the physical tools to grow into more. His combination of size, length, and... |
51 |
|
6-5
261lbs
4.57
|
DL/ED |
|
261lbs | 6-5 | 4.57 | 51 | 202.6 |
78.0
|
The tape shows a pass rush specialist whose game has clear strengths and defined limitations. Diggs' ability to get after the quarterback... |
52 |
|
6-5
275lbs
4.78
|
DE/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-5 | 4.78 | 54 | 213.5 |
78.0
|
A high-motor edge defender with three-down potential, Batty brings a lunch-pail mentality to the trenches. His ability to set a firm... |
53 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.77
|
DL/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.77 | 56 | 220.3 |
78.0
|
Hassanein fits the role of a developmental edge defender with starter upside who could make an immediate impact as a situational pass... |
54 |
|
6-4
306lbs
5.04
|
DT |
|
306lbs | 6-4 | 5.04 | 57 | 223.8 |
78.0
|
Horsley's Shrine Game performance showcased intriguing pass rush potential, but the larger body of work at BC tells a more nuanced story.... |
55 |
|
6-6
320lbs
5.14
|
DT |
|
320lbs | 6-6 | 5.14 | 64 | 260.3 |
77.4
|
Put on the Miami tape and you'll see exactly what Biggers brings to an NFL defensive line - a massive frame that absolutely refuses to... |
56 |
|
6-3
295lbs
4.95
|
DT |
|
295lbs | 6-3 | 4.95 | 39 | 128.7 |
77.2
|
The tape shows a defensive lineman who brings day one impact against the run with clear areas to develop as a pass rusher. Hamilton's heavy... |
57 |
|
6-3
288lbs
5.01
|
DT |
|
288lbs | 6-3 | 5.01 | 50 | 190 |
77.0
|
Hemingway projects as a rotational defensive tackle in a 4-3 scheme at the next level. His ability to penetrate and disrupt in the... |
58 |
|
6-2
280lbs
4.79
|
DE/ED |
|
280lbs | 6-2 | 4.79 | 77 | 326.5 |
76.2
|
A high-motor defender with the versatility to play multiple techniques along the defensive front. Thrives as a run defender, using... |
59 |
|
6-4
290lbs
4.95
|
DL |
|
290lbs | 6-4 | 4.95 | 81 | 351 |
76.2
|
Ritzie profiles as a rotational defensive lineman who will need specific scheme fits to maximize his somewhat limited toolset. His best... |
60 |
|
6-4
265lbs
4.69
|
DE/ED |
|
265lbs | 6-4 | 4.69 | 66 | 265.8 |
75.2
|
Ethan Downs has Day 3 value as a high-floor run defender who brings immediate special teams impact and developmental upside as a... |