2021 NFL Draft Edge Rusher Rankings - 61-72
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
34 |
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... | |
41 |
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 |
6-2
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... | |
49 |
6-2
270lbs
4.81
|
DL/ED |
|
270lbs | 6-2 | 4.81 | 48 | 297.2 |
65.0
|
Coordinated with smooth movement skills. High-effort rusher and works through the whistle. Relentless worker, fighting off blocks and... | |
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,... | |
56 |
6-2
260lbs
4.68
|
DE/ED |
|
260lbs | 6-2 | 4.68 | 48 | 217.2 |
54.0
|
Aggressive with good awareness to track the ball and attack. Tenacious, tough, competItIve and versatile. Plays with leverage at the... | |
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... | ||
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... | |
35 |
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... | |
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... | |||
53 |
6-1
305lbs
5.13
|
DL/ED |
|
305lbs | 6-1 | 5.13 | 184 |
54.0
|
Lower than offensive lineman on every short-yardage play. Good agility and ability to change direction for his size. Short, stumpy build... | ||
55 |
6-1
290lbs
5.13
|
DL/ED |
|
290lbs | 6-1 | 5.13 | 147 |
54.0
|
Provides some secondary interior pass rush, getting most penetration when playing three technique. Rarely goes to the ground, showing... |











