Defensive Line Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Defensive Line
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
38 |
|
6-5
316lbs
4.90
|
DL |
|
316lbs | 6-5 | 4.90 | 61 | 498.5 |
72.6
|
Rubio has heavy hands and uses them aggressively, rocking offensive linemen back. He shows the ability to disengage and out-grapple... |
43 |
|
6-3
295lbs
4.90
|
DT |
|
295lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 68 | 545.5 |
65.4
|
He’s a high-effort pass rusher who shows good initial quickness and the ability to beat blockers to the inside. He’s quick to react and... |
56 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.90
|
DE |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 111 | 770 |
39.3
|
Excellent hustle-and-chase tackler. Good closing speed with change of direction to corral mobile quarterbacks. Carter has an excellent... |
31 |
|
6-3
280lbs
4.90
|
DL/ED |
|
280lbs | 6-3 | 4.90 | 43 | 249.5 |
75.7
|
Mesidor projects as a versatile defensive lineman who can contribute in both 3-4 and 4-3 schemes at the next level. His ability to... |
36 |
|
6-5
325lbs
4.90
|
DL |
|
325lbs | 6-5 | 4.90 | 55 | 413 |
73.3
|
Oatis fits the mold of a rotational piece in an NFL defensive line, with the potential to develop into a starting nose tackle or... |
19 |
|
6-3
296lbs
4.88
|
DL |
|
296lbs | 6-3 | 4.88 | 29 | 113.3 |
82.5
|
Smith has an excellent motor and shows the stamina to last deep into the fourth quarter. Quick off the snap in the pass rush, Smith has... |
4 |
|
6-5
283lbs
4.85
|
DE/ED |
|
283lbs | 6-5 | 4.85 | 4 | 21.6 |
86.0
|
Overton brings a blend of physical tools and raw potential to the defensive line position. His frame and athleticism suggest scheme... |
5 |
|
6-5
270lbs
4.85
|
DE/ED |
|
270lbs | 6-5 | 4.85 | 5 | 24.3 |
85.5
|
Plays with leverage at the point of attack whether inside or outside. Keeps eyes in the backfield when inside; moves linemen to either side... |
28 |
|
6-1
285lbs
4.85
|
DL |
|
285lbs | 6-1 | 4.85 | 46 | 275 |
78.5
|
He’s flexible enough to bend the edge, and he’s at his best when Collins can use his quickness and change-of-direction abilities to counter... |
41 |
|
6-4
280lbs
4.81
|
DL |
|
280lbs | 6-4 | 4.81 | 80 | 601 |
69.0
|
|
40 |
|
6-2
305lbs
4.80
|
DT |
|
305lbs | 6-2 | 4.80 | 62 | 503.5 |
70.0
|
His hand use is excellent; he’s strong in the upper body and consistently swats away blockers. He’s a high-effort pass rusher who shows... |
6 |
|
6-1
265lbs
4.80
|
DE/ED |
|
265lbs | 6-1 | 4.80 | 10 | 47.8 |
85.2
|
The violent hands and explosive first step translate immediately to passing downs at the next level. Shows refined pass rush plan with... |