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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72 |
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5-10
262lbs
4.77
|
OLB/ED |
|
262lbs | 5-10 | 4.77 | 36 | 220 |
33.0
|
Gets his hands in the passing lanes. Effort is mere in coverage. Tough between-the-tackles defender who shimmies past blockers to fill... |
46 |
|
6-0
265lbs
4.85
|
DL/ED |
|
265lbs | 6-0 | 4.85 | 161 |
58.0
|
Plays with leverage at the point of attack whether inside or outside. Keeps eyes in the backfield when inside; moves linemen to either... | |
56 |
|
6-1
290lbs
5.13
|
DL/ED |
|
290lbs | 6-1 | 5.13 | 147 |
54.0
|
Provides some secondary interior pass rush, getting most penetration when playing three technique. Rarely goes to the ground, showing... | |
57 |
|
6-1
305lbs
5.13
|
DL/ED |
|
305lbs | 6-1 | 5.13 | 184 |
54.0
|
Lower than offensive lineman on every short-yardage play. Good agility and ability to change direction for his size. Short, stumpy build... | |
61 |
|
6-1
285lbs
4.97
|
DL/ED |
|
285lbs | 6-1 | 4.97 | 150 | 875 |
53.0
|
High-effort, thickly built defender with good strength and the leverage to create a pile. Locates_ the ball quickly and pursues with... |
37 |
|
6-1
228lbs
4.82
|
OLB/ED |
|
228lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 104 | 694 |
60.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... |
40 |
|
6-1
245lbs
4.71
|
DL/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-1 | 4.71 |
59.0
|
Has the pursuit skills to stay in the action. Anticipates the snap. Country strong and very physical; seeks contact. Flashes nimble feet... | ||
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... |
28 |
|
6-2
292lbs
5.28
|
LB/ED |
|
292lbs | 6-2 | 5.28 | 53 | 205.5 |
64.0
|
Has average height with a narrow base out of his stance. Needs to get stronger in his lower half to anchor at the point of attack. Dips... |
48 |
|
6-2
260lbs
5.04
|
DE/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-2 | 5.04 | 132 | 678 |
58.0
|
Flashes upper-body strength to rip and has the punch to push through interior linemen on stunts and twists. Excellent hustle-and-chase... |
32 |
|
6-2
248lbs
4.89
|
OLB/ED |
|
248lbs | 6-2 | 4.89 | 36 | 278 |
62.0
|
He's not an elite pass rusher and projects as a left end in a 4-3 defense. If he layers on more muscle, he might fit in the 3-4. Size,... |
64 |
|
6-2
245lbs
4.83
|
DE/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-2 | 4.83 | 180 |
52.0
|
Easily gains inside leverage by shooting gaps. Flashes strength at the point of attack with active, violent hand use. Forceful with his... |