Edge Rusher Rankings 2022 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
10 |
|
6-2
238lbs
4.39
|
LB/ED |
|
238lbs | 6-2 | 4.39 | 5 | 26.1 |
87.8
|
Nolan Smith is a supreme athlete at outside linebacker, the former five-star prospect has the speed of a corner, combined with the strength... |
50 |
|
6-3
288lbs
5.69
|
DL/ED |
|
288lbs | 6-3 | 5.69 | 81 | 481.5 |
68.0
|
Quarterbacks and ballcarriers feel his strength when he plants them in the backfield. Tall, solid frame with adequate length and has done... |
75 |
|
6-3
339lbs
5.28
|
DE/ED |
|
339lbs | 6-3 | 5.28 | 96 | 546 |
51.0
|
Combines strength and footwork to fill holes inside, as well. Recovers from cut blocks or falling on his way to make a tackle.Plays with... |
64 |
|
6-3
282lbs
5.05
|
DL/ED |
|
282lbs | 6-3 | 5.05 | 95 | 542 |
59.2
|
Strong tackler. Has good power in hands and can anchor, shed, and chase.Flashes upper-body strength to rip and has the punch to push... |
48 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.93
|
DE/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.93 | 60 | 394 |
68.2
|
Coordinated with smooth movement skills. High-effort rusher and works through the whistle. Relentless worker, fighting off blocks and... |
30 |
|
6-3
253lbs
4.89
|
ILB/ED |
|
253lbs | 6-3 | 4.89 | 24 | 178 |
78.3
|
Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find... |
72 |
|
6-3
251lbs
4.87
|
DL/ED |
|
251lbs | 6-3 | 4.87 | 99 | 554 |
54.2
|
He wins with all-out hustle, second and third effort and will contribute in the NFL.Relentless and strong off the edge as a pass rusher... |
29 |
|
6-3
254lbs
4.86
|
DE/ED |
|
254lbs | 6-3 | 4.86 | 28 | 143.1 |
78.3
|
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,... |
78 |
|
6-3
268lbs
4.85
|
DL/ED |
|
268lbs | 6-3 | 4.85 | 112 | 639 |
39.0
|
Sacks and pressures are product of hustle. Gives effort on every play. Holds the point with length and strong upper body.Easily gains... |
36 |
|
6-3
246lbs
4.79
|
DE/ED |
|
246lbs | 6-3 | 4.79 | 65 | 285.8 |
74.9
|
His spin move is already NFL-caliber, and Duke displays a very good motor. Challenges inside with quickness and strong hands.... |
58 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.78
|
DL/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.78 | 89 | 511 |
61.2
|
Has the pursuit skills to stay in the action. Anticipates the snap. Country strong and very physical; seeks contact.Flashes strength at the... |
67 |
|
6-3
260lbs
4.77
|
OLB/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-3 | 4.77 | 78 | 567.5 |
57.2
|
Thickly built with classic linebacker size, adequate strength and the smarts to cover up his athletic shortcomings in the right scheme.Has... |