Edge Rusher Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11 |
|
6-6
325lbs
5.20
|
DE/ED |
|
325lbs | 6-6 | 5.20 | 9 | 42 |
86.2
|
The tape tells a story of tantalizing flashes undermined by technical inconsistencies. When Banks gets loose in the backfield, he moves... |
3 |
|
6-3
315lbs
4.75
|
DL/ED |
|
315lbs | 6-3 | 4.75 | 5 | 22 |
88.2
|
Woods brings the kind of positional versatility that defensive coordinators dream about. His ability to dominate from multiple alignments... |
2 |
|
6-6
288lbs
4.74
|
DL/ED |
|
288lbs | 6-6 | 4.74 | 3 | 10.4 |
88.9
|
Faulk fits the bill of a true defensive cornerstone capable of transforming a front seven from day one. His exceptional blend of size,... |
5 |
|
6-5
283lbs
4.85
|
DE/ED |
|
283lbs | 6-5 | 4.85 | 4 | 21.4 |
87.6
|
Overton will be a defensive coordinator's dream – a Swiss Army knife who brings rare size-speed combination that jumps off the tape. After... |
36 |
|
6-4
282lbs
4.77
|
DL/ED |
|
282lbs | 6-4 | 4.77 | 72 | 592 |
73.7
|
Grimes can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Grimes also shows good awareness when... |
29 |
|
6-3
280lbs
4.90
|
DL/ED |
|
280lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 38 | 259.5 |
77.0
|
Mesidor projects as a versatile defensive lineman who can contribute in both 3-4 and 4-3 schemes at the next level. His ability to... |
17 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.80
|
LB/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.80 | 11 | 96 |
84.4
|
Jacas projects as a scheme-versatile edge defender with the potential to contribute in both 3-4 and 4-3 fronts at the next level. His... |
4 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.72
|
DL/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.72 | 2 | 10.3 |
87.9
|
Bain is a day one impact rusher who will have defensive coordinators pounding the table in the top-12 range of the 2026 draft. Watch... |
9 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.76
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.76 | 8 | 37.3 |
86.7
|
Despite lacking the elite bend and explosiveness that defines premier edge rushers, Sapp's technical refinement and power at the point of... |
6 |
|
6-5
272lbs
4.68
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 7 | 29.8 |
87.4
|
Dennis-Sutton's thick frame and power base scream 5-technique in a 3-4 front where his ability to lock out and control blockers would shine... |
7 |
|
6-5
270lbs
4.85
|
DE/ED |
|
270lbs | 6-5 | 4.85 | 6 | 24.3 |
87.3
|
Uiagalelei brings a blend of raw pass-rush ability and developmental upside to the draft. His journey from rotational freshman to sophomore... |
30 |
|
6-6
267lbs
4.78
|
DE/ED |
|
267lbs | 6-6 | 4.78 | 47 | 324.5 |
76.5
|
Good not great quickness and change of direction agility. Chases, using a long spin move to clear blocks. Low, strong off the line. James... |