2026 NFL Draft Prospects: Defensive End



The top 2026 Defensive End prospects available for the 2026 NFL Draft. * – denotes 2027 prospect. ** – denotes 2028 prospect.

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2024 NFL Draft Position Rankings:
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2025 NFL Draft Position Rankings:
QB | RB | WR | TE | OT | G | C | DE | DT | NT | 3-4 OLB | 3-4 DE | OLB | ILB | CB | S | K | P

2026 NFL Draft Position Rankings:
QB | RB | WR | TE | OT | G | C | DE | DT | NT | 3-4 OLB | 3-4 DE | OLB | ILB | CB | S | K | P

1. Auburn image Keldric Faulk*, DE, Auburn
Height: 6-6. Weight: 288.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 1-2.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Abdul Carter, Penn State
  • ’24 – Dallas Turner, Alabama
  • ’23 – Will Anderson, Alabama

10/15/25: Faulk has 13 tackles with two sack and three passes batted thus far in 2025. Faulk was a beast for Auburn in 2024, with a big-time presence behind the line of scrimmage. He had seven sacks, 45 tackles, and one forced fumble. He has shown speed and power as a pass rusher while being a big-bodied lineman to defend the run. The 6-foot-6, 288-pounder has upside to develop as he gains experience. He could grow into being a full-time tackle or drop weight to be a full-time end. Faulk is very versatile with the ability to line up at end, tackle, and play a variety of techniques. On top of being a very talented player, sources say he is a great kid and has good character.



2. Texas Tech image David Bailey, DE/OLB, Texas Tech
Height: 6-3. Weight: 250.
Projected 40 Time: 4.55.
Projected Round (2026): 1-2.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Mykel Williams, Georgia
  • ’24 – Jared Verse, Florida State
  • ’23 – Tyree Wilson, Texas Tech


<> 10/15/25: Bailey is a fast edge rusher. In 2024, he recorded 31 tackles with seven sacks and five forced fumbles with Stanford. Thus far in 2025, he has 2.5 sacks and five tackles. Bailey could be a riser through the 2026 draft process.



3. Miami image Rueben Bain Jr.*, DE, Miami
Height: 6-3. Weight: 275.
Projected 40 Time: 4.83.
Projected Round (2026): 1-2.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – James Pearce Jr., Tennessee
  • ’24 – Laiatu Latu, UCLA
  • ’23 – Myles Murphy, Clemson

10/15/25: In 2025, Bain has 26 tackles, two sacks, an interception, and a forced fumble. Bain had an excellent freshman season for Miami, totaling 7.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and 44 tackles. At the point of attack, Bain is strong and violent. He is tough to set the edge and battles hard as a run defender. In the pass rush, he shows some quickness and power, but some team sources feel that Bain is a tweener tackle/end. Bain was injured to start 2024 and didn’t debut until early October. He totaled 23 tackles with 3.5 sacks.


Seasonal Defensive Stats

Season Team Tackles Solo Ast Sack FF PD Int
2024 MIA 23 14 9 3.5 0 0 0
2023 MIA 44 23 21 7.5 3 1 0

Game Log

Date Opponent Result Tackles Solo Ast Sack FF PD Int
12/28/2024 ISU 18 42-41 1 1 0 0 0 0
11/30/2024 SYR 42-38 1 1 0 0 0 0
11/23/2024 WAKE 42-14 3 3 0 1 0 0 0
11/9/2024 GT 28-23 8 3 5 0 0 0
11/2/2024 DUKE 53-31 3 1 2 0 0 0
10/26/2024 FSU 36-14 3 2 1 1 0 0 0
10/19/2024 LOU 52-45 2 2 0 1 0 0 0
10/5/2024 CAL 39-38 2 1 1 .5 0 0 0
Stats from ESPN 7/29/2025


4. Notre Dame image Boubacar Traore*, DE, Notre Dame
Height: 6-5. Weight: 247.
Projected 40 Time: 4.69.
Projected Round (2026): 1-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M
  • ’24 – Chop Robinson, Penn State
  • ’23 – Nolan Smith, Georgia

10/15/25: In 2025, Traore has 24 tackles with 5.5 sacks. He has some serious speed and explosion at the point of attack. Traore is very talented with an early-round skill set, and has a lot of upside to develop. In 2024, Traore had 12 tackles and three sacks and looked like he was just scratching the surface of his potential.



5. Oklahoma image R. Mason Thomas, DE, Oklahoma
Height: 6-2. Weight: 249.
Projected 40 Time: 4.54.
Projected Round (2026): 1-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Donovan Ezeiruaka, Boston College
  • ’24 – Darius Robinson, Missouri
  • ’23 – Will McDonald, Iowa State

10/15/25: Thomas is a fast edge rusher with serious speed off the edge. He shows some variety in moves and some functional strength to fight off blocks. In 2025, Thomas has 16 tackles with four sacks, a forced fumble, and a pass batted. In 2024, he totaled nine sacks with one forced fumble, one pass batted, and 23 tackles. Thomas is undersized to be a three-down base defensive end in the NFL, so we will have to be rotated and used in obvious pass-rushing situations. He could be a candidate to be moved to outside linebacker in base and move to rush off the edge in the sub package.



6. Penn State image Dani Dennis-Sutton, DE, Penn State
Height: 6-5. Weight: 272.
Projected 40 Time: 4.73.
Projected Round (2026): 1-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – J.T. Tuimoloau, Ohio State
  • ’24 – Chris Braswell, Alabama
  • ’23 – Keion White, Georgia Tech

10/15/25: In 2025, Dennis-Sutton has nine tackles with two sacks, two passes broken up, and two forced fumbles. While teammate Abdul Carter gets a lot of attention justifiably, Dennis-Sutton is also on the radar of NFL teams. Dennis-Sutton (6-5, 272) is a big body at the point of attack, and he has upside with untapped potential. In 2024, he recorded 36 tackles, 6.5 sacks, three passes defended, and a forced fumble. He had 26 tackles and 3.5 sacks in 2023. Dennis-Sutton has day-two ability and could be an impressive tester in pre-draft workouts.



7. Missouri image Zion Young, DE, Missouri
Height: 6-6. Weight: 265.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 1-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Mike Green, Marshall
  • ’24 – Adisa Isaac, Penn State
  • ’23 – Adetomiwa Adebawore, Northwestern

10/15/25: Young has 18 tackles with three sacks and two passes batted thus far, but has been among the nation’s leaders in pressures. In 2024, Young had 41 tackles with 2.5 sacks and a forced fumble. Young has good size, length, and upside to develop. While Young has good size, he is also quick to close and shows good instincts as a rusher. Young could be a riser throughout the 2026 draft process.



8. Missouri image Damon Wilson II*, DE, Missouri
Height: 6-4. Weight: 250.
Projected 40 Time: 4.70.
Projected Round (2026): 1-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Nic Scourton, Texas A&M
  • ’24 – Marshawn Kneeland, Western Michigan
  • ’23 – Mike Morris, Michigan

10/15/25: In 2025, Wilson has 11 tackles and 5.5 sacks thus far. Wilson was a rotational backup at Georgia in 2024, totaling 22 tackles with three sacks and two forced fumbles. He transferred to Missouri after the season, and he could be a riser with more playing time. Wilson is a former top recruit who has good speed and pass-rush potential.



9. Texas A&M image Cashius Howell, DE, Texas A&M
Height: 6-2. Weight: 248.
Projected 40 Time: 4.54.
Projected Round (2026): 1-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Jordan Burch, Oregon
  • ’24 – Jonah Elliss, Utah
  • ’23 – B.J. Ojulari, LSU

10/15/25: This season, Howell has eight sacks and 13 tackles with two passes batted. Howell is fast off the edge with a repertoire of pass-rushing moves. Howell’s size might make him an odd fit as a linebacker/defensive end, but his production of getting after the quarterback is going to make him an early-round pick next April.



10. Illinois image Gabe Jacas, DE, Illinois
Height: 6-3. Weight: 275.
Projected 40 Time: 4.82.
Projected Round (2026): 1-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Landon Jackson, Arkansas
  • ’24 – Bralen Trice, Washington
  • ’23 – Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Kansas State

10/15/25: To open 2025, Jacas has 3.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, one pass batted, and eight tackles. Jacas has played really well for the Fighting Illini this season, providing a big impact at the point of attack. In the ground game, Jacas has functional strength to hold his ground and get in on runs outside of his gap. Jacas is strong and quick in the pass rush, showing the ability to get after the quarterback as a versatile rusher. He had eight sacks, 74 tackles, and three forced fumbles in 2024. Jacas is a riser with early-round potential.


Seasonal Defensive Stats

Season Team Tackles Solo Ast Sack FF PD Int
2024 ILL 74 39 35 8 3 0 0
2023 ILL 31 22 9 4 1 1 0
2022 ILL 36 14 22 4 0 0 0

Game Log

Date Opponent Result Tackles Solo Ast Sack FF PD Int
12/31/2024 SC 15 21-17 8 4 4 0 0 0
11/30/2024 NU 38-28 5 1 4 0 0 0
11/23/2024 RUTG 38-31 4 1 3 0 0 1
11/16/2024 MSU 38-16 5 3 2 1.5 0 0 0
11/2/2024 MINN 25-17 6 3 3 0 0 0
10/26/2024 ORE 1 38-9 4 2 2 1 0 0 0
10/19/2024 MICH 24 21-7 13 6 7 2.5 1 0 0
10/12/2024 PUR 50-49 OT 4 2 2 0 0 0
9/28/2024 PSU 9 21-7 8 4 4 1 0 0 0
9/20/2024 NEB 22 31-24 OT 5 3 2 1 1 0 0
9/14/2024 CMU 30-9 6 5 1 1 1 0 0
9/7/2024 KU 19 23-17 3 2 1 0 0 0
8/29/2024 EIU 45-0 3 3 0 0 0 0
Stats from ESPN 7/29/2025


11. Clemson image Will Heldt*, DE, Clemson
Height: 6-6. Weight: 260.
Projected 40 Time: 4.72.
Projected Round (2026): 1-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Jack Sawyer, Ohio State
  • ’24 – Xavier Thomas, Clemson
  • ’23 – Tuli Tuipulotu, USC


<> 10/15/25: Thus far in 2025, Heldt has 12 tackles with two sacks and has played well for Clemson. Heldt played well for Purdue in 2024, recording 56 tackles with five sacks. He has good size and upside to be a potential riser.



12. Miami image Akheem Mesidor, DE, Miami
Height: 6-2. Weight: 281.
Projected 40 Time: 4.95.
Projected Round (2026): 2-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss
  • ’24 – Austin Booker, Kansas
  • ’23 – Byron Young, Tennessee

6/24/26: In 2025, Mesidor has 23 tackles with 3.5 sacks. He has been a physical edge setter who has shown the ability to fight off blocks and get after the quarterback. Mesidor had 32 tackles and 5.5 sacks. He had a good game against Florida and was active behind the line of scrimmage. He was also active against Florida State and Louisville. Mesidor was a consistent pass rusher for the Hurricanes in 2020-2022. In 2022, he had 38 tackles with seven sacks, one forced fumble, and four passes defended. The previous season, he had 4.5 sacks after totaling five sacks in 2020. In 2023, Mesidor only played two games before going out for the season with an injury.



13. Clemson image T.J. Parker*, DE, Clemson
Height: 6-3. Weight: 265.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 2-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Bradyn Swinson, LSU
  • ’24 – Zion Tupuola-Fetui, Washington
  • ’23 – YaYa Diaby, Louisville

10/15/25: In 2025, Parker had 17 tackles with two sacks and a pass broken up. Parker has enjoyed a breakout sophomore season for the Tigers with 57 tackles, 11 sacks, and six forced fumbles in 2024. The 6-foot-3, 265-pounder has quality size and impressive instincts for a young player. In his freshman season, Parker had 5.5 sacks and 33 tackles.


Seasonal Defensive Stats

Season Team Tackles Solo Ast Sack FF PD Int
2024 CLEM 57 34 23 11 6 1 0
2023 CLEM 33 16 17 5.5 0 1 0

Game Log

Date Opponent Result Tackles Solo Ast Sack FF PD Int
12/21/2024 TEX 5 38-24 3 2 1 0 0 0
12/7/2024 SMU 8 34-31 8 3 5 1 1 0 1
11/30/2024 SC 15 17-14 8 7 1 1 1 0 1
11/23/2024 CIT 51-14 1 0 1 0 0 0
11/16/2024 PITT 24-20 7 5 2 4 1 0 0
11/9/2024 VT 24-14 5 3 2 1 0 0
11/2/2024 LOU 33-21 1 1 0 0 0 0
10/19/2024 UVA 48-31 2 2 0 1 0 0 0
10/12/2024 WAKE 49-14 4 2 2 0 0 0
10/5/2024 FSU 29-13 5 2 3 1 0 0 0
9/28/2024 STAN 40-14 4 2 2 1 1 0 0
9/21/2024 NCSU 59-35 5 3 2 2 1 0 0
9/7/2024 APP 66-20 3 1 2 0 0 0
8/31/2024 UGA 1 34-3 1 1 0 0 0 0
Stats from ESPN 7/29/2025


14. Ohio State image Kenyatta Jackson, DE, Ohio State
Height: 6-6. Weight: 258.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 2-3.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Fadil Diggs, Syracuse
  • ’24 – Gabriel Murphy, UCLA
  • ’23 – Isaiah Foskey, Notre Dame


<> 10/15/25: Jackson was playing well before an injury knocked him out of the opener against Texas. He has eight tackles and 1.5 sacks thus far. Jackson was a solid defender for the Buckeyes in 2024, rotating behind Jack Sawyer and J.T. Tuimoloau. In 2024, Jackson totaled 16 tackles with 1.5 sacks and a pass batted. He could produce more as a starter in 2025 with the potential to rise. Sources say that Jackson has a good skill set and could rise.



15. Oregon image Teitum Tuioti*, DE, Oregon
Height: 6-3. Weight: 263.
Projected 40 Time: 4.73.
Projected Round (2026): 2-4.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Tyler Baron, Miami
  • ’24 – Grayson Murphy, UCLA
  • ’23 – Ali Gaye, LSU


<> 10/15/25: Tuioti has played well and has been an active defender for Oregon this season. He has 27 tackles with 2.5 sacks thus far. In 2024, Tuioti had 5.5 sacks with 58 tackles. Tuioti is strong at the point of attack and plays physical with a steady motor.



16. Oregon image Matayo Uiagalelei*, DE, Oregon
Height: 6-5. Weight: 270.
Projected 40 Time: 4.85.
Projected Round (2026): 2-4.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Jared Ivey, Ole Miss
  • ’24 – Javon Solomon, Troy
  • ’23 – Zach Harrison, Ohio State

10/15/25: In 2025, Uiagalelei has 12 tackles and four sacks. He has looked good on some plays, but has been inconsistent. Uiagalelei was a beast for the Ducks in 2024, recording 10.5 sacks with two forced fumbles, one interception, one pass batted, and 38 tackles. The 6-foot-5, 270-pounder has good size, strength, and athleticism.



17. Florida image Tyreak Sapp*, DE, Florida
Height: 6-3. Weight: 272.
Projected 40 Time: 4.74.
Projected Round (2026): 2-4.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Kaimon Rucker, North Carolina
  • ’24 – Cedric Johnson, Ole Miss
  • ’23 – K.J. Henry, Clemson

10/15/25: In 2025, Sapp has 18 tackles and one sack. Sapp was a disruptive defender for the Gators in 2024, and provided consistent play throughout the season. He totaled seven sacks with two forced fumbles and 46 tackles. Sapp is a tweener end/tackle but has some ability to rush from inside or outside.



18. Northwestern image Anto Saka*, DE, Northwestern
Height: 6-4. Weight: 255.
Projected 40 Time: 4.73.
Projected Round (2026): 2-4.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Kyle Kennard, South Carolina
  • ’24 – Nelson Ceaser, Houston
  • ’23 – Thomas Incoom, Central Michigan


<> 10/15/25: Saka has seven tackles and two sacks. Saka has been banged up. looked like he was playing through injury in Week 3 against Oregon. Saka has good size and plays tough at the point of attack. He had 5.5 sacks in 2023 and 3.5 sacks in 2024.



19. Duke image Vincent Anthony Jr., DE, Duke
Height: 6-6. Weight: 250.
Projected 40 Time: 4.70.
Projected Round (2026): 3-5.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Antwaun Powell-Ryland, Virginia Tech
  • ’24 – Brennan Jackson, Washington State
  • ’23 – Trajan Jeffcoat, Missouri


<> 10/15/25: Anthony is off to an impressive start to the season, including a Week 2 performance where he victimized Illinois left tackle J.C. Davis for a couple of sacks. Anthony has 6.5 sacks, 20 tackles, a forced fumble, and a pass batted thus far. He had five sacks and 25 tackles in 2024. Anthony is tough and plays hard.



20. Ohio State image Caden Curry*, DE, Ohio State
Height: 6-3. Weight: 260.
Projected 40 Time: 4.86.
Projected Round (2026): 3-5.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Saivion Jones, LSU
  • ’24 – Mo Kamara, Colorado State
  • ’23 – Habukkuk Baldonado, Pittsburgh


<> 10/15/25: In 2025, Curry has 31 tackles with six sacks. He has been a productive player who plays tough with a good motor. As a backup in 2024, Curry had 22 tackles with 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. He could rise if he produces more as a starter in 2025.



21. Tennessee image Joshua Josephs, DE, Tennessee
Height: 6-3. Weight: 240.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 3-5.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Ahmed Hassanein, Boise State
  • ’24 – Jaylen Harrell, Michigan
  • ’23 – Javontae Jean-Baptiste, Ohio State

10/15/25: In 2025, Josephs has played well for the Volunteers. He has shown the ability to be a potential designated pass rusher at the pro level. Thus far, he has 25 tackles with four sacks, three forced fumbles, and wo passes defended. In 2024, Josphes had 39 tackles with 1.5 sacks and three forced fumbles.



22. Ohio State image Beau Atkinson, DE, Ohio State
Height: 6-6. Weight: 265.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 3-5.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Ashton Gillotte, Louisville
  • ’24 – Braiden McGregor, Michigan
  • ’23 – Brenton Cox Jr., Florida

10/15/25: In 2025, Atkinson has eight tackles with one sack. Atkinson was an impact defender for North Carolina in 2024, totaling 35 tackles with 7.5 sacks. He had 3.5 sacks and 19 tackles in 2023. Atkinson could rise high if he has a productive season with the Buckeyes. He plays hard and is tough, but could have questions about speed and stiffness.



23. LSU image Patrick Payton, DE, LSU
Height: 6-5. Weight: 240.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2025): 3-5.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Sean Martin, West Virginia
  • ’24 – Khalid Duke, Kansas State
  • ’23 – Viliami Fehoko, San Jose State

10/15/24: Thus far in 2025, Payton has 13 tackles with one sack. In 2024, Payton had 35 tackles and four sacks with Florida State. Team sources were disappointed in his play, and he was wise to go back to school next year. Payton transferred to LSU. Payton was superb in 2023, making a lot of clutch plays for the Seminoles. He totaled 43 tackles, seven sacks, and nine passes batted. Playing across from Jared Verse, Payton was more disruptive than the numbers illustrate. In 2022, he totaled 31 tackles, five sacks, and three passes batted.



24. Indiana image Mikail Kamara, DE, Indiana
Height: 6-1. Weight: 265.
Projected 40 Time: 4.70.
Projected Round (2026): 3-5.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Jah Joyner, Minnesota
  • ’24 – Jay Person, Chattanooga
  • ’23 – Ikenna Enechukwu, Rice

10/15/25: In 2025, Kamara has 10 tackles and a sack. Kamara lacks height and length on the edge, but he has quickness and plays hard. In 2024, he had 47 tackles with 10 sacks, two forced fumbles, and one pass batted. The previous season, Kamara had 51 tackles with 7.5 sacks and four forced fumbles. At his size, Kamara is a tweener end/linebacker who may not have a position to be a three-down starter. Thus, he could be a designated pass rusher (DPR) candidate for the NFL.



25. Texas A&M image Rylan Kennedy*, DE, Texas A&M
Height: 6-4. Weight: 250.
Projected 40 Time: 4.70.
Projected Round (2026): 3-5.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Barryn Sorrell, Texas
  • ’24 – Eric Watts, Connecticut
  • ’23 – Jose Ramirez, Eastern Michigan

10/15/25: In 2025, Kennedy has seven tackles with one sack. Kennedy flashed some ability as a sophomore backup in 2024. While he only had 20 sacks and 1.5 sacks, Kennedy showed some speed, athleticism, and upside. Kennedy has been buried on the depth chart to some future pro defensive linemen, but after the Aggies lost players to the 2025 NFL Draft, Kennedy could break out in 2025.



26. Michigan image T.J. Guy, DE, Michigan
Height: 6-4. Weight: 250.
Projected 40 Time: 4.75.
Projected Round (2026): 3-5.

Previous Seasons
  • ’25 – Jalen Logan-Redding, Minnesota
  • ’24 – Solomon Byrd, USC
  • ’23 – Isaiah Land, Florida A&M

10/15/25: In 2025, Guy has eight tackles with an interception. After serving as a backup for three seasons, Guy flashed ability in 2024 with 32 tackles and 5.5 sacks. He could be riser if he builds on that, and Guy could be improved now that he has a year of experience.



27. Iowa image Max Llewellyn*, DE, Iowa
Height: 6-5. Weight: 258.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 4-6.

Previous Seasons
  • ’24 – Javontae Jean-Baptiste, Notre Dame
  • ’23 – Brennan Jackson, Washington State


<> 10/15/25: Llewellyn has started strong in 2025 with five sacks and 12 tackles. Llewellyn was a solid defender for Iowa in 2024, totaling 22 tackles with 5.5 sacks and a forced fumble. His pass-rush ability looked improved from 2023, and if he continues that trend, he could be a riser.



28. Notre Dame image Joshua Burnham, DE, Notre Dame
Height: 6-4. Weight: 253.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 4-6.

Previous Seasons
  • ’24 – Myles Cole, Texas Tech
  • ’23 – Praise Amaewhule, UTEP

10/15/25: In 2025, Burnham has five tackles thus far. Burnham was a tough defender at the point of attack for the Fighting Irish in 2024. He had 30 tackles with two sacks, one forced fumble, and one pass batted. Burnham could be a solid rotational candidate for the NFL.



29. Auburn image Keyron Crawford, DE, Auburn
Height: 6-4. Weight: 245.
Projected 40 Time: 4.65.
Projected Round (2026): 4-6.

Previous Seasons
  • ’24 – Trajan Jeffcoat, Arkansas
  • ’23 – Ochaun Mathis, Nebraska

10/15/25: Thus far, Crawford has 22 tackles with four sacks, one forced fumble, and an interception. In 2024, Crawford had 22 tackles as a rotational backup for Auburn. However, Crawford has a skill set with upside to grow in 2025. The previous season, he had 44 tackles with 5.5 sacks and two forced fumbles with Arkansas State.



30. Texas image Ethan Burke, DE, Texas
Height: 6-6. Weight: 257.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 6-FA.

Previous Seasons
  • ’24 – Eyabi Okie-Anoma, Charlotte
  • ’23 – Tyler Friday, Ohio State

10/15/25: In 2025, Burke has 13 tackles thus far. Burke had 27 tackles, two sacks, four passes defended, and an interception. He is a tough defender at the point of attack, but is not very productive. Burke played better in 2023, recording 41 tackles, one forced fumble, and 5.5 sacks. He ate up the Alabama offensive line in Week 2. Burke needs to improve his pass-rush production in 2025.



31. USC image Anthony Lucas*, DE, USC
Height: 6-5. Weight: 275.
Projected 40 Time: 4.80.
Projected Round (2026): 6-FA.

Previous Seasons
  • ’23 – Zach Williams, Arkansas


<> 10/15/25: In 2025, Lucas has 13 tackles with two sacks. Lucas has a good skill set with the potential to rise in 2025. Even though he has zero sacks in his college career, Lucas was included on NFL teams’ preseason watch list by the advance scouts.



32. Wisconsin image Mason Reiger, DE, Wisconsin
Height: 6-4. Weight: 250.
Projected 40 Time: 4.85.
Projected Round (2026): 7-FA.

Previous Seasons
  • ’23 – Isaiah McGuire, Missouri


<> 10/15/25: Thus far in 2025, Reiger has 18 tackles with two sacks. In 2024, Reiger was a solid defender for the Badgers, recording 22 tackles with five sacks and a forced fumble. If he can build on that production, he could be a riser in 2025.



2024 NFL Draft Position Rankings:
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2025 NFL Draft Position Rankings:
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2026 NFL Draft Position Rankings:
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