Defensive End Rankings 2025 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
|
6-5
243lbs
4.49
|
DE |
|
243lbs | 6-5 | 4.49 | 2 | 6.7 |
91.6
|
James Pearce Jr. is a highly talented edge rusher with the potential to be a top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. His blend of... |
2 |
|
6-4
280lbs
4.70
|
DE |
|
280lbs | 6-4 | 4.70 | 4 | 15.1 |
88.9
|
Nic Scourton is a high-upside edge rusher with a relentless motor and the tools to disrupt any backfield. His ability to convert... |
3 |
|
6-5
260lbs
4.60
|
DE |
|
260lbs | 6-5 | 4.60 | 9 | 34.2 |
87.7
|
Jack Sawyer is a high-motor defensive end with a solid blend of power and versatility, traits that NFL scouts value highly. His... |
4 |
|
6-5
269lbs
4.62
|
DE |
|
269lbs | 6-5 | 4.62 | 10 | 35.1 |
87.7
|
JT Tuimoloau projects as a high-floor, potentially high-ceiling defensive end at the next level. His combination of size, strength, and... |
5 |
|
6-5
255lbs
4.68
|
DE |
|
255lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 8 | 33.7 |
87.7
|
Princely Umanmielen showcases a solid blend of explosiveness and flexibility, ideal for an edge rusher. His quick first step... |
6 |
|
6-3
275lbs
4.75
|
DE |
|
275lbs | 6-3 | 4.75 | 16 | 58.7 |
87.1
|
Gillotte projects as a high-motor edge defender with day-two draft potential. His hand usage and ability to rush from multiple alignments... |
7 |
|
6-7
282lbs
4.68
|
DE |
|
282lbs | 6-7 | 4.68 | 11 | 41.6 |
87.0
|
Landon Jackson brings the physical tools NFL scouts love in an edge rusher. His standout 2023 season at Arkansas showcased his... |
8 |
|
6-5
265lbs
4.65
|
DE |
|
265lbs | 6-5 | 4.65 | 5 | 15.4 |
86.7
|
Mykel Williams is a blue-chip EDGE prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft. He brings prototypical size, length, and athleticism that NFL teams... |
9 |
|
6-5
254lbs
4.65
|
DE |
|
254lbs | 6-5 | 4.65 | 12 | 42.7 |
86.6
|
Payton projects as a high-ceiling edge rusher with the bend and burst to be a day-one contributor in passing situations. His length and... |
10 |
|
6-5
272lbs
4.68
|
DE |
|
272lbs | 6-5 | 4.68 | 17 | 63.3 |
86.6
|
Dennis-Sutton projects as a high-upside edge defender with the tools to make an immediate impact in run defense. His first-step... |
11 |
|
6-2
265lbs
4.79
|
DE |
|
265lbs | 6-2 | 4.79 | 22 | 85 |
85.0
|
Rucker projects as a situational pass rusher at the next level, with the potential to develop into a more complete player. His skill set... |
12 |
|
6-4
290lbs
4.80
|
DE |
|
290lbs | 6-4 | 4.80 | 25 | 95.8 |
84.2
|
Shemar Turner projects as a scheme-specific contributor with the potential to develop into a more impactful player. His versatility to... |