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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
63 |
|
6-3
265lbs
4.80
|
DE/ED |
|
265lbs | 6-3 | 4.80 | 72 | 315 |
74.8
|
Hayes projects as a rotational edge defender in a 4-3 scheme where his burst and power can be maximized as a designated pass rusher. His... |
92 |
|
6-3
311lbs
4.80
|
DT |
|
311lbs | 6-3 | 4.80 | 95 | 494 |
56.2
|
He’s a high-motor player, and Goodwine shows good enough hand use, as well as a tight spin move, to win as an edge rusher. Agile and... |
82 |
|
6-3
256lbs
4.80
|
DL/ED |
|
256lbs | 6-3 | 4.80 | 93 | 453.3 |
67.2
|
Ugwu has the strong core and powerful hands to shed blockers, and Ugwu shows excellent instincts with the ability to quickly locate the... |
53 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.77
|
DL/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.77 | 56 | 223.3 |
78.0
|
Hassanein fits the role of a developmental edge defender with starter upside who could make an immediate impact as a situational pass... |
37 |
|
6-3
252lbs
4.69
|
DL/ED |
|
252lbs | 6-3 | 4.69 | 43 | 144.7 |
81.3
|
When I watch Powell-Ryland's tape, I see a technician who's figured out how to maximize his toolbox despite physical limitations. His pass... |
13 |
|
6-3
327lbs
4.68
|
DT |
|
327lbs | 6-3 | 4.68 | 11 | 39.4 |
87.0
|
The team that drafts Williams is getting a rare athlete for the position who brings legitimate three-down potential if his pass rush... |
28 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.63
|
DE/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.63 | 30 | 88.6 |
84.2
|
Gillotte emerges as one of the most intriguing edge defenders in this class, combining elite explosive testing numbers with refined... |
72 |
|
6-3
270lbs
4.62
|
DL/ED |
|
270lbs | 6-3 | 4.62 | 84 | 362.5 |
73.8
|
Davis projects as a situational pass rusher and special teams contributor early in his NFL career, with the potential to develop into a... |
1 |
|
6-3
259lbs
4.48
|
DE/ED |
|
259lbs | 6-3 | 4.48 | 1 | 2.6 |
91.1
|
The team that drafts Carter will be getting an ascending talent with legitimate All-Pro potential as a weak-side edge rusher. His... |
83 |
|
6-2
340lbs
5.37
|
DL |
|
340lbs | 6-2 | 5.37 | 75 | 322.7 |
65.3
|
His motor is excellent, and he’s quick to locate the ball and make plays against the run. Big-bodied rusher with very good upper-body... |
41 |
|
6-2
325lbs
5.15
|
DT |
|
325lbs | 6-2 | 5.15 | 36 | 122.2 |
80.1
|
A powerful interior defender with rare athletic traits, Pegues transitioned from tight end to defensive tackle after transferring from... |
80 |
|
6-2
315lbs
5.10
|
DT |
|
315lbs | 6-2 | 5.10 | 91 | 414 |
68.3
|