Edge Rusher Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13 |
|
6-5
272lbs
4.68
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 28 | 114 |
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... |
14 |
|
6-3
256lbs
4.65
|
DE/ED |
|
256lbs | 6-3 | 4.65 | 21 | 123 |
82.9
|
Moore projects as a high-upside edge defender with the physical tools to become a disruptive force at the NFL level. His combination of... |
15 |
|
6-5
250lbs
4.65
|
DL/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-5 | 4.65 | 17 | 137 |
82.6
|
Payton projects as a high-ceiling edge rusher with the bend and burst to be a day-one contributor in passing situations. His length and... |
16 |
|
6-5
245lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-5 | 4.70 | 13 | 160 |
81.6
|
He’s at his best attacking downhill, showing good instincts and great take-on skills. Umanmielen shows good speed and closing burst when... |
17 |
|
6-4
245lbs
4.65
|
DL/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-4 | 4.65 | 24 | 163 |
81.5
|
Howell's profile is that of a high-upside edge rusher with the potential to contribute immediately as a designated pass-rush specialist.... |
18 |
|
6-5
260lbs
4.67
|
DE/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-5 | 4.67 | 28 | 211 |
80.0
|
A technician with a high motor, Womack has a variety of moves and displays exceptionally good hand use. Womack shows a strong finishing... |
19 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.80
|
LB/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.80 | 16 | 216 |
80.0
|
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... |
20 |
|
6-6
267lbs
4.78
|
DE/ED |
|
267lbs | 6-6 | 4.78 | 35 | 314 |
74.0
|
Good not great quickness and change of direction agility. Chases, using a long spin move to clear blocks. Low, strong off the line. James... |
21 |
|
6-4
245lbs
4.45
|
DE/ED |
|
245lbs | 6-4 | 4.45 | 38 | 338 |
72.5
|
Raw talent with a sky-high ceiling, but currently more of a traits-based prospect than a polished product. His transfer to Colorado... |
22 |
|
6-4
261lbs
4.76
|
LB/ED |
|
261lbs | 6-4 | 4.76 | 34 | 383 |
65.2
|
Melton can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Melton also shows good awareness when... |
23 |
|
6-4
250lbs
4.55
|
DL/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-4 | 4.55 | 46 | 456 |
61.3
|
With a powerful lower body and the ability to hold up at the point of attack as a run defender, Clowney is remarkably instinctive. He's... |
24 |
|
6-3
250lbs
4.70
|
LB/ED |
|
250lbs | 6-3 | 4.70 | 77 | 717 |
51.3
|
The talent is there as a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. M'Pemba has an explosive first step and has the fluidity, flexibility and core... |