Defensive Line Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
41 |
|
6-4
310lbs
5.13
|
DT |
|
310lbs | 6-4 | 5.13 | 57 | 229.2 |
81.2
|
Ball is a candidate for a rotational zero- or one-technique role in an even-front defense. His functional size and length give him a... |
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... |
42 |
|
6-3
312lbs
5.10
|
DL |
|
312lbs | 6-3 | 5.10 | 47 | 174.3 |
81.1
|
Barrett's value at the next level is straightforward: he is a run-stuffing nose tackle who can eat blocks and keep linebackers clean... |
29 |
|
6-4
313lbs
5.05
|
DT |
|
313lbs | 6-4 | 5.05 | 32 | 111 |
83.1
|
Look at the grades and the picture gets real clear, real fast. The run defense and tackling numbers are legitimate. The pass rush... |
28 |
|
6-5
313lbs
4.85
|
DT |
|
313lbs | 6-5 | 4.85 | 38 | 131.7 |
83.2
|
Capehart's combine workout changed the conversation around him. He posted one of the fastest 40 times among defensive tackles in the... |
75 |
|
6-3
315lbs
4.90
|
DT |
|
315lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 116 | 525.5 |
71.0
|
He’s a high-effort pass rusher who shows good initial quickness and the ability to beat blockers to the inside. He’s quick to react and... |
57 |
|
6-5
315lbs
5.15
|
DL |
|
315lbs | 6-5 | 5.15 | 64 | 271.8 |
78.0
|
|
22 |
|
6-6
315lbs
5.05
|
DT |
|
315lbs | 6-6 | 5.05 | 26 | 87.1 |
84.6
|
Jackson's calling card at the next level will be his run defense. His size and reach give him a natural advantage absorbing blocks and... |
62 |
|
6-4
318lbs
5.10
|
DL |
|
318lbs | 6-4 | 5.10 | 89 | 453.5 |
75.0
|
|
12 |
|
6-4
318lbs
5.18
|
DT |
|
318lbs | 6-4 | 5.18 | 16 | 53.8 |
85.3
|
Hunter is a run-stuffing nose tackle, and there is no reason to pretend the projection is anything more complicated than that. What he... |
65 |
|
6-1
319lbs
5.20
|
DT |
|
319lbs | 6-1 | 5.20 | 73 | 311.3 |
74.2
|
|
61 |
|
6-4
320lbs
5.45
|
DL |
|
320lbs | 6-4 | 5.45 | 80 | 349 |
75.0
|
Rarely goes to the ground, showing good balance from his high school wrestling days. Hall has the strong core and powerful hands to shed... |