Defensive Tackles
#1 — David Stone, DT, Oklahoma (6'3", 310 lbs)
Stats: 43 tackles • 1.5 sacks
Stone showed disruptive flashes, using his explosive first step and natural leverage to penetrate gaps. His power and hand strength allowed him to reset the line of scrimmage and force offenses to account for him. Strengths include burst, block deconstruction, and interior disruption. Opportunities for improvement include developing a deeper pass‑rush toolbox and improving consistency anchoring versus double teams.
#2 — A’Mauri Washington, DT, Oregon (6'3", 338 lbs)
Stats: 33 tackles • 1.5 sacks
Washington brings rare mass and power, overwhelming interior blockers with sheer strength. His ability to occupy space and control gaps makes him a natural fit for odd‑front schemes. Strengths include size, strength, and block‑eating ability. Opportunities for improvement include conditioning and lateral agility.
#3 — Bear Alexander, DT, Oregon (6'3", 313 lbs)
Stats: 50 tackles • 1 sack
Alexander produced 50 tackles and 1 sack, showing strong power and the ability to anchor inside. His violent hands and ability to shed blockers made him a consistent run‑game disruptor. Strengths include strength, leverage, and finishing ability. Opportunities for improvement include improving pass‑rush counters and pad‑level consistency.
#4 — Mateen Ibirogba, DT, Texas Tech (6'3", 296 lbs)
Stats: 21 tackles • 2 sacks
Ibirogba shows strong movement skills for his size, with the ability to shoot gaps and disrupt blocking schemes. Strengths include quickness, motor, and versatility. Opportunities for improvement include adding mass and improving anchor strength.
#5 — Ahmaad Moten, DT, Miami (6'3", 325 lbs)
Stats: 31 tackles • 4.5 sacks
Moten showed strong interior pass‑rush upside. His power and leverage allowed him to collapse pockets and disrupt blocking schemes. Strengths include strength, hand power, and interior penetration. Opportunities for improvement include improving lateral agility and consistency versus the run.
#6 — William Echoles, DT, Ole Miss (6'3", 310 lbs)
Stats: 68 tackles • 5 sacks
Echoles emerged as one of the most productive interior disruptors in the SEC. His first‑step quickness and leverage allowed him to consistently win early in reps. Strengths include burst, motor, and disruptive ability. Opportunities for improvement include adding more counter moves and improving anchor strength.
#7 — Jayden Jackson, DT, Oklahoma (6'2", 322 lbs)
Stats: 28 tackles • 3 sacks
Jackson recorded 28 tackles and 3 sacks, showing strong power and the ability to anchor inside. His frame and strength made him a reliable run defender. Strengths include toughness, strength, and run‑game impact. Opportunities for improvement include improving hand quickness and developing more pass‑rush variety.
#8 — A.J. Holmes, DT, Texas Tech (6'3", 300 lbs)
Stats: 38 tackles • 4.5 sacks
Holmes flashed strong interior power and effort. His ability to anchor and hold the point made him a reliable early‑down defender. Strengths include strength, toughness, and motor. Opportunities for improvement include pad‑level consistency and pass‑rush counters.
#9 — James Smith, DT, Ohio State (6'3", 297 lbs)
Stats: 26 tackles • 2.5 sacks
Smith shows strong athleticism for his size, with the ability to move laterally and disrupt blocking schemes. Strengths include quickness, upside, and versatility. Opportunities for improvement include technique consistency and block deconstruction.
#10 — Vic Burley, DT, Clemson (6'4", 320 lbs)
Stats: 9 tackles • 0 sacks
Burley is a massive interior defender with strong hands and the ability to reset the line of scrimmage. Strengths include power, length, and run‑stopping ability. Opportunities for improvement include improving quickness and pass‑rush development.
#11 — Mario Landino, DT, Indiana (6'4", 275 lbs)
Stats: 32 tackles • 5 sacks
Landino showed impressive interior pass‑rush upside. His quickness and hand usage allowed him to consistently generate pressure. Strengths include burst, hand activity, and penetration ability. Opportunities for improvement include adding mass and improving run‑fit discipline.
#12 — Tyrique Tucker, DT, Indiana (6'0", 302 lbs)
Stats: 38 tackles • 6 sacks
Tucker was one of the most productive interior disruptors in the Big Ten. His compact frame and leverage allowed him to win with power. Strengths include leverage, strength, and interior pass‑rush ability. Opportunities for improvement include lateral agility and disengaging from blocks.
#13 — Francis Brewu, DT, Notre Dame (6'1", 277 lbs)
Stats: 36 tackles • 1 sack
Brewu is an undersized but explosive interior defender with strong leverage and quickness. Strengths include burst, pad level, and motor. Opportunities for improvement include adding mass and improving anchor strength.
#14 — Jordan Hall, DT, Georgia (6'4", 320 lbs)
Stats: 12 tackles • 0 sacks
Hall brings elite size and power, with the ability to dominate at the point of attack. Strengths include strength, length, and run‑game impact. Opportunities for improvement include conditioning and pass‑rush refinement.
#15 — D’Antre Robinson, DT, Oregon (6'4", 303 lbs)
Stats: 39 tackles • .5 sacks
Robinson brings size and raw power, with the ability to anchor and control gaps. Strengths include strength, frame, and upside. Opportunities for improvement include technique refinement and conditioning.
#16 — Keanu Tanuvasa, DT, BYU (6'4", 300 lbs)
Stats: 26 tackles • 2 sacks
Tanuvasa is a powerful interior defender with strong hands and the ability to anchor. Strengths include strength, toughness, and run‑game reliability. Opportunities for improvement include improving burst and pass‑rush development.