Edge Rusher Rankings 2021 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Edge Rusher
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
37 |
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6-2
221lbs
4.75
|
OLB/ED |
|
221lbs | 6-2 | 4.75 | 96 | 653 |
60.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... |
38 |
|
6-1
228lbs
4.82
|
OLB/ED |
|
228lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 104 | 694 |
60.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... |
39 |
|
6-3
275lbs
5.06
|
DL/ED |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 5.06 | 99 | 452 |
60.0
|
His strength up and down the line of scrimmage, and quickness for his size, make him a mid- to late-round target. Excellent... |
40 |
|
6-3
252lbs
4.51
|
DE/ED |
|
252lbs | 6-3 | 4.51 | 34 | 169.3 |
59.0
|
Versatile enough to drop and could be viewed as a 3-4 linebacker. Vision to locate the ball and recognize cut blocks. Can rip past... |
41 |
|
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... | ||
42 |
|
6-7
255lbs
4.71
|
OLB/ED |
|
255lbs | 6-7 | 4.71 | 20 | 133.1 |
59.0
|
He has good reaction skills and awareness. Forceful tackler vs. the run. Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past... |
43 |
|
6-2
232lbs
4.80
|
OLB/ED |
|
232lbs | 6-2 | 4.80 | 124 | 920 |
59.0
|
A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit. Gives effort between the tackles to find the ball and is... |
44 |
|
6-4
290lbs
4.85
|
DE/ED |
|
290lbs | 6-4 | 4.85 | 71 | 424.5 |
59.0
|
Flashes an explosive burst and can surprise better overall athletes with his ability to get upfield. Has a closing burst when given a free... |
45 |
|
6-4
252lbs
4.86
|
DE/ED |
|
252lbs | 6-4 | 4.86 | 126 | 638.5 |
59.0
|
Challenges inside with quickness and strong hands. Run-and-chase defender who can leave a mark. Aggressive with good awareness to track... |
46 |
|
6-3
265lbs
4.87
|
DE/ED |
|
265lbs | 6-3 | 4.87 | 69 | 282 |
59.0
|
High-effort, thickly built defender with good strength and the leverage to create a pile. Locates_ the ball quickly and pursues with... |
49 |
|
6-2
260lbs
5.04
|
DE/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-2 | 5.04 | 132 | 678 |
58.0
|
Flashes upper-body strength to rip and has the punch to push through interior linemen on stunts and twists. Excellent hustle-and-chase... |
50 |
|
6-4
292lbs
5.05
|
DE/ED |
|
292lbs | 6-4 | 5.05 | 143 | 810.5 |
58.0
|
More of a hustling pass rusher than an accomplished or natural one, he'll make his mark as a fifth or sixth defensive lineman. Plays with... |