Edge Rusher Rankings 2025 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.75
|
DL/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.75 | 21 | 62 |
85.3
|
Gillotte projects as a high-motor edge defender with day-two draft potential. His hand usage and ability to rush from multiple alignments... |
14 |
|
6-4
250lbs
4.80
|
DE/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-4 | 4.80 | 23 | 67.6 |
85.2
|
The tape shows a refined pass rusher with plus burst off the edge and nuanced hand fighting ability who can be deployed immediately in... |
15 |
|
6-2
247lbs
4.62
|
DE/ED |
|
247lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 20 | 61.4 |
84.9
|
The high-level movement skills and flexibility show up repeatedly on tape, but the lack of sand in his pants and limited power at the point... |
16 |
|
6-5
254lbs
4.70
|
DE/ED |
|
254lbs | 6-5 | 4.70 | 22 | 63.8 |
84.7
|
A twitched-up edge rusher with juice to burn, showing natural pass rush traits and refined hand usage that will translate immediately... |
17 |
|
6-5
260lbs
4.60
|
DE/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-5 | 4.60 | 32 | 87.6 |
84.6
|
Baron brings a high-upside skill set to the edge defender position in the NFL. His explosive first step and length make him an immediate... |
18 |
|
6-6
285lbs
4.75
|
DE/ED |
|
285lbs | 6-6 | 4.75 | 25 | 70.6 |
84.6
|
A power-based defensive end with day-one NFL measurables, Ivey's anchor and edge-setting prowess will earn him immediate rotational... |
19 |
|
6-6
295lbs
4.68
|
DE/ED |
|
295lbs | 6-6 | 4.68 | 24 | 70 |
83.4
|
Burch boasts a prototypical NFL frame with elite athletic traits, flashing the ability to be a disruptive force on the edge. His... |
20 |
|
6-3
240lbs
4.52
|
LB/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-3 | 4.52 | 14 | 128.7 |
83.1
|
A high-ceiling, low-floor prospect with the tools to become an impact player at the next level. His elite first-step quickness and... |
21 |
|
6-2
240lbs
4.62
|
DE/ED |
|
240lbs | 6-2 | 4.62 | 49 | 183.3 |
83.0
|
Thomas fits the profile of an immediate impact pass rush specialist who has the tools to develop into an every-down edge defender at the... |
22 |
|
6-5
272lbs
4.68
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 33 | 89 |
83.0
|
Dennis-Sutton projects as a high-upside edge defender with the tools to make an immediate impact in run defense. His first-step... |
23 |
|
6-2
265lbs
4.79
|
DE/ED |
|
265lbs | 6-2 | 4.79 | 38 | 111.7 |
83.0
|
Rucker projects as a situational pass rusher at the next level, with the potential to develop into a more complete player. His skill set... |
24 |
|
6-3
252lbs
4.73
|
DL/ED |
|
252lbs | 6-3 | 4.73 | 46 | 153.3 |
82.9
|
Powell-Ryland projects as a situational pass rusher with the potential to develop into an every-down player at the next level. His... |