Defensive Line Rankings 2023 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
30 |
|
6-4
334lbs
5.25
|
DT |
|
334lbs | 6-4 | 5.25 | 53 | 176.3 |
81.2
|
Delivers a strong punch and uses his hands to shed blocks to make plays in the hole or outside the box. Uses lower-body strength to anchor... |
29 |
|
6-4
303lbs
5.09
|
DL/ED |
|
303lbs | 6-4 | 5.09 | 45 | 114.8 |
82.1
|
Unranked player Karl Brooks put up an amazing couple of seasons in 2021 and 2022 for Bowling Green where he dominated at a lower... |
21 |
|
6-4
291lbs
4.89
|
DL |
|
291lbs | 6-4 | 4.89 | 38 | 89.1 |
83.3
|
He’s a decent mover who shows surprising quickness for a 300-pounder when chasing the ball carrier in pursuit. Looks the part with natural... |
20 |
|
6-4
273lbs
4.79
|
DE/ED |
|
273lbs | 6-4 | 4.79 | 41 | 103.7 |
83.5
|
As a pass rusher, Wooden shows quickness off the line and has the fluid athleticism and flexibility to bend the edge. Combines excellent... |
19 |
|
6-4
251lbs
4.63
|
DE/ED |
|
251lbs | 6-4 | 4.63 | 47 | 119.3 |
83.6
|
K.J. Henry is a solid pro prospect. He's a high-character/effort individual with a constant motor, combined with excellent speed,... |
18 |
|
6-4
268lbs
4.76
|
DL/ED |
|
268lbs | 6-4 | 4.76 | 40 | 103.4 |
83.7
|
Has a quick burst off the line and times the snap well. Good upper-body strength and length to lock-out his opponent and at least moderate... |
14 |
|
6-4
309lbs
5.08
|
DT |
|
309lbs | 6-4 | 5.08 | 25 | 55.1 |
85.1
|
Keeanu Benton was prior to 2022 viewed as just a run-stuffing space eater, however after displaying significant improvement throughout... |
6 |
|
6-4
239lbs
4.70
|
DE/ED |
|
239lbs | 6-4 | 4.70 | 13 | 35.3 |
87.0
|
Will McDonald IV a sold NFL prospect who has consistently performed at the highest level while at Iowa. He possesses a wide array... |
85 |
|
6-3
284lbs
5.15
|
DL |
|
284lbs | 6-3 | 5.15 | 105 | 504 |
54.0
|
He’s ready for the physicality of the NFL; Ademilola has a stout build, strong core and powerful limbs to step in right away as a... |
81 |
|
6-3
237lbs
4.69
|
DE/ED |
|
237lbs | 6-3 | 4.69 | 92 | 426 |
58.2
|
Johnson has an excellent motor and shows the stamina to last deep into the fourth quarter. Easily gains inside leverage by shooting... |
78 |
|
6-3
345lbs
5.36
|
DL |
|
345lbs | 6-3 | 5.36 | 110 | 514.7 |
60.0
|
Pili shows impressive burst and enough quickness to occasionally threaten the edge as a pass rusher. Played with good leverage, even on... |
77 |
|
6-3
286lbs
5.06
|
DE/ED |
|
286lbs | 6-3 | 5.06 | 100 | 484.7 |
60.5
|
Strong tackler. Has good power in hands and can anchor, shed, and chase. His hand use is excellent; he’s strong in the upper body and... |