Edge Rusher Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Edge Rusher
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
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6-2
244lbs
4.39
|
LB/ED |
|
244lbs | 6-2 | 4.39 | 1 | 5.7 |
93.0
|
Star line-backer for the Lions, Micah Parsons looks to be the top prospect at his position and a top 10 pick in the 2021 draft. Micah had a... |
9 |
|
6-4
261lbs
4.46
|
OLB/ED |
|
261lbs | 6-4 | 4.46 | 10 | 77.9 |
82.8
|
Sam Williams is no doubt an elite athletic specimen who possesses an elite combination of speed, hand strength, and explosiveness. He has... |
39 |
|
6-3
252lbs
4.51
|
DE/ED |
|
252lbs | 6-3 | 4.51 | 34 | 169.3 |
59.0
|
Versatile enough to drop and could be viewed as a 3-4 linebacker. Vision to locate the ball and recognize cut blocks. Can rip past... |
4 |
|
6-4
272lbs
4.52
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-4 | 4.52 | 2 | 16.4 |
89.0
|
Raw prospect with intriguing potential and impressive physical ability. Showed a lot of improvement over the 2020 season. Hardworking with... |
3 |
|
6-5
266lbs
4.56
|
DE/ED |
|
266lbs | 6-5 | 4.56 | 7 | 54.6 |
90.0
|
Jaelen Phillips did not have the most direct path to the 2021 draft. A top ranked recruit in 2017 injuries and an off field accident led to... |
74 |
|
6-1
245lbs
4.57
|
OLB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-1 | 4.57 | 63 | 350 |
31.0
|
Brings down quarterbacks much bigger than he is. Very good motor and regularly chases down plays from behind. Big, aggressive hitter who... |
13 |
|
6-3
240lbs
4.58
|
LB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.58 | 14 | 83.1 |
77.0
|
Displays nice agility and awareness in coverage. Has the size and speed to be effective rushing the passer. Tougher between the tackles... |
54 |
|
6-4
235lbs
4.58
|
LB/ED |
|
235lbs | 6-4 | 4.58 | 62 | 455 |
54.0
|
He’s very good in coverage when looking into the backfield in zone coverage. Shows a burst to close. Flashes explosive hitting ability... |
21 |
|
6-3
255lbs
4.59
|
DE/ED |
|
255lbs | 6-3 | 4.59 | 41 | 189.2 |
66.0
|
Flashes strength at the point of attack with active, violent hand use. Forceful with his upper body to defeat blocks. Strong hustle... |
5 |
|
6-3
240lbs
4.60
|
OLB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.60 | 8 | 52.3 |
88.0
|
After an impressive showing at the Peach Bowl there are a lot of eyes on Azees Ojulari - certainly doesn't hurt a prospect's draft... |
6 |
|
6-4
253lbs
4.63
|
OLB/ED |
|
253lbs | 6-4 | 4.63 | 6 | 42.3 |
88.0
|
The 6'4" Longhorn has entered the draft as one of the top pass rushing prospects. Ossai plays hard and is a dynamic presence on... |
30 |
|
6-3
249lbs
4.63
|
OLB/ED |
|
249lbs | 6-3 | 4.63 | 139 |
62.0
|
He has good reaction skills and awareness. Forceful tackler vs. the run. Works hard to get better and gives top effort on every play.... |