2021 NFL Draft Edge Rusher Rankings - 13-24
LAST UPDATED: 12/30/2021
Player Rankings - Edge Rusher
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
76 |
6-6
240lbs
4.80
|
OLB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-6 | 4.80 | 86 | 640.5 |
30.0
|
Spends a lot of time outside the box in coverage, but he has the strength to hold the edge against large tight ends and linemen. Gives... | |
69 |
6-2
241lbs
4.78
|
OLB/ED |
|
241lbs | 6-2 | 4.78 | 61 | 346.2 |
35.0
|
Has a filled-out frame with good thickness. Plays at full speed at all times with an active motor and determined quickness in pursuit. He... | |
25 |
6-2
242lbs
4.72
|
OLB/ED |
|
242lbs | 6-2 | 4.72 | 66 | 382 |
64.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
1 |
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... | |
36 |
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... | |||
52 |
6-3
245lbs
4.72
|
DL/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.72 | 178 |
55.0
|
Relentless and strong off the edge as a pass rusher when fresh. Gets under the pads of tackles to bull rush them into the backfield. He... | ||
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... | ||
65 |
6-3
245lbs
4.83
|
OLB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.83 | 171 |
52.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | ||
70 |
6-7
245lbs
4.75
|
OLB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-7 | 4.75 | 23 | 163.7 |
34.0
|
Good key and diagnosis skills. Quickly locates the ball and shows no wasted motion in getting there. At least adequate lateral agility 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... | |
9 |
6-3
247lbs
4.71
|
DE/ED |
|
247lbs | 6-3 | 4.71 | 16 | 88 |
82.0
|
Offers some versatility, rushing from a two-and three-point stance with the playing speed to stand up in space. Flashes strength as a... | |
54 |
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,... |












