Defensive EndS | edges
#1 — Colin Simmons, EDGE, Texas (6'3", 245 lbs)
Stats: 43 tackles • 12 sacks
Simmons delivered elite production, showing rare burst, bend, and acceleration around the arc. His ability to threaten the outside shoulder and flatten to the quarterback made him one of the most dangerous pass rushers in the country. Strengths include explosiveness, flexibility, and pass‑rush upside. Opportunities for improvement include adding strength to hold up against the run and developing more inside counters.
#2 — Dylan Stewart, EDGE, South Carolina (6'5", 240 lbs)
Stats: 33 tackles • 4.5 sacks
Stewart flashed high‑end athletic traits and long‑term upside, winning with length and first‑step quickness. His 4.5 sacks undersell his impact as a consistent disruptor. Strengths include length, movement skills, and developmental ceiling. Opportunities for improvement include improving play strength and refining hand usage.
#3 — Quincy Rhodes, EDGE, Arkansas (6'6", 255 lbs)
Stats: 43 tackles • 8 sacks
Rhodes produced 8 sacks and showed strong power, converting speed to power effectively. His frame and strength made him a force on early downs. Strengths include power, length, and run‑game impact. Opportunities for improvement include improving bend and adding more pass‑rush variety.
#4 — Kenyatta Jackson, EDGE, Ohio State (6'5", 260 lbs)
Stats: 28 tackles • 6.5 sacks
Jackson flashed explosive traits, winning with speed and length. His ability to affect passing lanes added value. Strengths include burst, length, and upside. Opportunities for improvement include improving block deconstruction and consistency versus the run.
#5 — Matayo Uiagalelei, EDGE, Oregon (6'5", 265 lbs)
Stats: 34 tackles • 6 sacks
Uiagalelei showed strong versatility and power, producing 6 sacks while aligning in multiple fronts. Strengths include power, versatility, and physicality. Opportunities for improvement include improving bend and developing more consistent hand timing.
#6 — Damon Wilson, EDGE, Miami (6'4", 240 lbs)
Stats: 23 tackles • 9 sacks
Wilson delivered with elite burst and closing speed. His ability to win quickly off the snap made him a consistent backfield disruptor. Strengths include explosiveness, bend, and pass‑rush upside. Opportunities for improvement include improving run‑fit discipline and adding strength.
#7 — Princewill Umanmielen, EDGE, LSU (6'4", 240 lbs)
Stats: 45 tackles • 9 sacks
Umanmielen produced 9 sacks and showed strong motor and versatility. Strengths include effort, versatility, and finishing ability. Opportunities for improvement include improving pad level and developing more counters.
#8 — Anthony Smith, EDGE, Minnesota (6'6", 275 lbs)
Stats: 38 tackles • 12.5 sacks
Smith dominated, using his size and power to overwhelm blockers. Strengths include power, length, and finishing ability. Opportunities for improvement include improving flexibility and developing more speed‑based moves.
#9 — Will Heldt, EDGE, Clemson (6'5", 255 lbs)
Stats: 47 tackles • 7.5 sacks
Heldt showed strong effort and power, played with consistent physicality. Strengths include motor, strength, and run‑game impact. Opportunities for improvement include improving bend and hand quickness.
#10 — John Henry Daley, EDGE, Utah (6'4", 245 lbs)
Stats: 48 tackles • 11.5 sacks
Daley was one of the most productive pass rushers in the country with 11.5 sacks. His technique and motor allowed him to consistently win one‑on‑one matchups. Strengths include technique, motor, and pass‑rush polish. Opportunities for improvement include improving run strength and lateral agility.
#11 — Jordan Ross, EDGE, LSU (6'5", 246 lbs)
Stats: 23 tackles • 1.5 sacks
Ross is a long, explosive edge defender with high‑end athletic upside. His frame and movement skills project well as a speed rusher. Strengths include burst, length, and developmental ceiling. Opportunities for improvement include adding mass and refining technique.
#12 — Clev Lubin, EDGE, Louisville (6'4", 260 lbs)
Stats: 59 tackles • 8.5 sacks
Lubin showed strong versatility across multiple alignments. Strengths include power, versatility, and physicality. Opportunities for improvement include improving burst and developing more consistent counters.
#13 — Yhonzae Pierre, EDGE, Alabama (6'4", 240 lbs)
Stats: 52 tackles • 8 sacks
Pierre showed strong athleticism and range, producing 8 sacks with speed and pursuit. Strengths include speed, pursuit, and upside. Opportunities for improvement include improving hand usage and block deconstruction.
#14 — Teitum Tuioti, EDGE, Oregon (6'3", 245 lbs)
Stats: 68 tackles • 9.5 sacks
Tuiotishowed a relentless motor and strong finishing ability. Strengths include effort, range, and versatility. Opportunities for improvement include improving bend and adding strength.
#15 — Anto Saka, EDGE, Texas A&M (6'3", 250 lbs)
Stats: 13 tackles • 3 sacks
Saka flashed power and upside in limited reps. Strengths include frame, strength, and developmental potential. Opportunities for improvement include improving consistency and expanding his pass‑rush toolbox.
#16 — Tobi Osunsanmi, EDGE, Indiana (6'4", 245 lbs)
Stats: 20 tackles • 4 sacks
Osunsanmi showed strong burst and effort, producing 4 sacks and flashing playmaking ability. Strengths include motor, speed, and upside. Opportunities for improvement include improving technique and play strength.
#17 — Kameryn Crawford, EDGE, USC (6'5", 255 lbs)
Stats: 41 tackles • 5.5 sacks
Crawford played with strong power and leverage. Strengths include strength, physicality, and run‑game impact. Opportunities for improvement include improving bend and hand quickness.
#18 — Boubacar Traore, EDGE, Notre Dame (6'4", 255 lbs)
Stats: 37 tackles • 6.5 sacks
Traore produced with strong explosiveness and inside‑move success. Strengths include burst, power, and versatility. Opportunities for improvement include improving consistency and block‑shed technique.
#19 — Taylor Wein, EDGE, Oklahoma (6'5", 250 lbs)
Stats: 39 tackles • 7 sacks
Wein showed strong length and finishing ability, producing 7 sacks. Strengths include frame, motor, and pass‑rush upside. Opportunities for improvement include improving pad level and lateral agility.
#20 — Braylan Shelby, EDGE, USC (6'5", 245 lbs)
Stats: 29 tackles • 4.5 sacks
Shelby flashed high‑end athleticism and long‑term upside. Strengths include burst, length, and developmental ceiling. Opportunities for improvement include improving strength and refining technique.