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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
53 |
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6-5
255lbs
4.75
|
DE/ED |
|
255lbs | 6-5 | 4.75 | 122 | 741.5 |
45.4
|
Denhoff has an excellent motor and shows the stamina to last deep into the fourth quarter. He explodes off the line with a quick first... |
54 |
|
6-3
295lbs
4.75
|
DL |
|
295lbs | 6-3 | 4.75 | 120 | 737 |
44.9
|
A technician with a high motor, Gilliam has a variety of moves and displays exceptionally good hand use. Gilliam shows a strong finishing... |
22 |
|
6-4
278lbs
4.76
|
DE |
|
278lbs | 6-4 | 4.76 | 30 | 123.7 |
81.0
|
A savvy, versatile and instinctive edge rusher who did a little bit of everything, Collins was especially effective getting to the... |
23 |
|
6-3
272lbs
4.76
|
DE/ED |
|
272lbs | 6-3 | 4.76 | 25 | 103.3 |
80.2
|
The stout defender demonstrates NFL-caliber ability to set the edge and disrupt blocking schemes in the run game. Natural power at the... |
45 |
|
6-4
282lbs
4.77
|
DL/ED |
|
282lbs | 6-4 | 4.77 | 89 | 588.5 |
63.1
|
Grimes can move laterally and chase in pursuit. A tough, violent tackler with a non-stop motor, Grimes also shows good awareness when... |
35 |
|
6-6
267lbs
4.78
|
DE/ED |
|
267lbs | 6-6 | 4.78 | 50 | 320 |
74.0
|
Good not great quickness and change of direction agility. Chases, using a long spin move to clear blocks. Low, strong off the line. James... |
25 |
|
6-3
253lbs
4.78
|
DL/ED |
|
253lbs | 6-3 | 4.78 | 40 | 230 |
80.0
|
His handwork is excellent. Thompson is tough against the run, playing with a firm base when setting the edge and showing the upper-body... |
29 |
|
6-3
247lbs
4.78
|
DE/ED |
|
247lbs | 6-3 | 4.78 | 46 | 282 |
78.0
|
Tuliaupupu explodes off the line with a quick first step, with agile feet to counter inside and closing burst to finish plays. He has an... |
6 |
|
6-1
265lbs
4.80
|
DE/ED |
|
265lbs | 6-1 | 4.80 | 7 | 42 |
85.2
|
The violent hands and explosive first step translate immediately to passing downs at the next level. Shows refined pass rush plan with... |
8 |
|
6-4
300lbs
4.80
|
DL |
|
300lbs | 6-4 | 4.80 | 32 | 145.5 |
83.7
|
He’s excellent at setting the edge against the run, with the core strength and long arms to stack and shed blockers. Hobbs displays the... |
40 |
|
6-2
305lbs
4.80
|
DT |
|
305lbs | 6-2 | 4.80 | 71 | 500.5 |
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... |
41 |
|
6-4
280lbs
4.81
|
DL |
|
280lbs | 6-4 | 4.81 | 92 | 595.5 |
69.0
|