The junior recorded 37 tackles, seven sacks and a pass defended in 2021. Ojulari tallied two solo tackles and a sack in each of LSUs first two games. In a four-game stretch that included Big 12 opponents, the six-foot-five, 267-pounder combined for 6.5 sacks. One big freak of a machine, Murphy racked up a long list of awards during the 2022 NCAA Season including First Team All-ACC team and ranked 33rd among all College Football Players in 2022. Harrison racked up a season-high worth of tackles in the victory over Purdue. The Ohio native had a sack in the opener against Nebraska. General manager Ryan Poles has just six draft picks to work with, including none in the first round. tight ends, running backs, linemen, linebackers and defensive backs . (Lynn Harrington/stayaliveinpower5) We first try to identify a position, but often list both possibilities. That was the same exact production as 2019, and he had six tackles and a sack in 2020. Wooden also earned Freshman All-SEC honors. DRAFT TEK HOME 2021 MOCK DRAFT 2021 BIG BOARD SCOUTING REPORTS TEAM NEEDS TRADE VALUE CHART CONTACT/ABOUT US. The six-foot-three, 251-pounder racked up a season-high worth of tackles, including 1.5 sacks in the road victory over LSU. Wilson continued to develop over the past two seasons into one of the best defensive players on the Red Raiders defense. You aren't sure how he's getting all those sacks, but you can't argue with the production.". Scott Patchan, Colorado State: Hes a former Miami recruit and his playing career dates back to 2015. No to mention he put the quarterback to the turf against Georgia Tech and Oklahoma State. The six-foot-five, 250-pounder showed his athleticism when he intercepted a pass in the win over LSU. The Ohio native had three three solo tackles and a sack in the road victory at Nebraska. The six-foot-three, 254-pounder tied for 15th in the FBS in sacks per game and hes poised for a monster year in the conference in 2021. They're the dangerous disruptive forces who can change games, and some schools - like Oklahoma - are about to get an instant jolt. The former five-star made a big jump as a junior, so while his stats don't necessarily pop off the page, that was due to the dominance of everyone around him on the Dawgs' historic defense. 7/6/22: Baldonado broke out in 2021, racking up nine sacks, 41 tackles and one forced fumble. Solomon racked up 7.5 sacks through the Trojans first six games. Shane Irwin, Boise State: The former three-star prospect left the JUCO ranks and made an immediate impact with the Broncos last season. The six-foot-two, 262-pounder also had a sack against Monmouth, UTSA, Marshall and Toledo. He racked up a season-high, five solo tackles in the win over Texas A&M. Most importantly, he's one of the rare big-bodied defensive lineman that can defeat blocks with . ***** Packed with a tremendous amount of lower body strength, flexible hips and a non-stop motor, edge rushers set the tone up front. 7/7/22: Team sources rave about McDonald's pass-rush ability and his natural skills at getting after the quarterback. The following week he added two more stops for loss, two sacks and forced a fumble in the Big 12 Championship. In 2020. he had six sacks and 36 tackles. McGuire tallied six solo stops, including a sack, plus he forced and recovered a fumble in the victory over South Carolina. Not to mention he finished seventh in the FBS in sacks per contest. Stone was one of Washington States most active defenders against Utah State and BYU. Listed as a defensive end in college, Koonce received numerous accolades including First Team All-MAC honors as a junior and senior and a Bahamas Bowl MVP for smothering Charlotte's offense in . NFL teams, however, say McDonald is terrible versus the run and even bad opponents can destroy him in the ground game. Coleman is poised for an All-Big 12 caliber year this fall and hes one part of a two-headed monster the Horned Frogs will have up front. Josaiah Stewart, Coastal Carolina: The Massachusetts native wreaked havoc and made himself a household name as a true freshman last season. McDonald put the quarterback to the turf against TCU, Texas Tech, Kansas, Kansas State, Oklahoma and Oregon. He has good size with some functional speed and length. Joseph pointed to the success of Denver's Bradley Chubb, who played defensive end at North Carolina. He plays hard and shows the ability to power rush with heavy hands. Foskey on the defensive side of the ball has been a playmaker over the past two seasons including in 2022 finishing with 11 sacks and tied for 6th in College Football in sacks. (Second . He also tallied two sacks apiece at Kansas and on Senior Day against Louisiana Tech. After posting career highs in tackles (28) and sacks (3.5) last season, Robinson continued to develop into an all around great defensive end while showcasing his speed and size over the course of the 2022 NCAA Footballs season. DeMarvin Leal, Texas A&M 4. Van Fillinger, Utah: With Devin Lloyd and Mika Tafua off to the NFL, hes next in line to be the enforcer of the Utes front seven. He has some ability, but possesses a tweener body type that could limit him for the NFL. cmlwdCc+PC9zY3JpcHQ+CjxkaXYgY2xhc3M9J3ZpZGVvLWNvbnRhaW5lcicg Young could easily be better in 2022 thanks to having a year of starting experience under his belt. These 20 defenders can intimidate the best offensive linemen, which is why theyre often double-teamed. The South Central Los Angeles native had a sack against Oregon State, California and UCLA. The former three-star prospect ended the year with first-team, All-Sun Belt honors. He had some painful penalties against Texas, but he also has made some clutch plays for the Crimson Tide. He had five solo tackles in one game. Defensive backs coach Patrick Surtain Sr. A foot injury on Nov. 12 caused him to miss the remainder of the season. 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Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Mathis generated 11 tackles for loss over the Horned Frogs final six games and earned first-team All-Big 12 honors. aWdodD0nMCcgc3JjPSdodHRwczovL3d3dy5nb29nbGV0YWdtYW5hZ2VyLmNv Top 10 QBs in college football entering the 2022 season. He could really pop in 2022. Anderson has the look of a No. 2/18/23: Gaye picked up 36 tackles, two forced fumbles, one pass batted and 2.5 sacks in 2022. 10. 7/6/22: Harris has a quality skill set with upside to produce more. 2022 College Football Recruiting Rankings: Defensive Ends View 2020 Defensive End Back to Lander These 2022 college football recruiting rankings have been compiled after sifting through well over 2,000 names and even more video clips and highlight reels of the best high school football players in the country. Solomon had five tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks against Southern Miss. 14. Hall also tallied four solo stops against Penn State and Ole Miss. Putting Tupuola-Fetui this high is a bet on his upside after he missed most of last season with an injury. Vrabel's 36 sacks and 66 tackles for loss still rank as tops all-time at Ohio State. As a pro, he might be able to add some more weight to be an every-down defensive tackle, or he could potentially fit as a 4-3 defensive tackle and three-technique. The Rebels star finished the season with a career high seven sacks to go along with five forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. . 3. 5. 2/18/23: White put up 54 tackles and 7.5 sacks in 2022. The Tigers might not be. Not to mention Harrison left a lasting impression with solid performance in the Rose Bowl. A: NAME: TEAM: COLLEGE: Addison, Mario: Houston Texans: Troy: Allen, Zach: Arizona Cardinals SALE: One Month for Only $1. But back in 2020, he led the Pac-12 in sacks and forced fumbles, and possesses a rare combination of length and strength. X2Nvb2tpZXNfd2luPXgnIHN0eWxlPSdkaXNwbGF5Om5vbmU7dmlzaWJpbGl0 On the year, Ojulari collected seven sacks and 54 tackles. Van Ness, who is a redshirt sophomore put together two strong seasons back-to-back for the Iowa Hawkeyes helping to drive his stock value. Get the latest NFL Draft prospect rankings from CBS Sports. Anudike-Uzomah came out of nowhere as a redshirt freshman in 2021 to have 11 sacks and 14.5 tackles for loss, buoyed by a four-sack, two-forced fumble performance against TCU. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH LSU FANS AT TIGERDETAILS.COM. Theres no denying Harrison is a rising star in the league. He's not special athletically, so are these sack numbers inflated? The six-foot-one, 235-pounder made the quarterback eat grass twice at Florida International. Anderson was clutch against Texas A&M as well, but he was unusually quiet versus Tennessee. Byron Young, Alabama: The former four-star prospect originally signed with Tennessee out of high school. 2/18/23: In 2022, Jackson recorded 41 tackles, six sacks and three passes defended. If Young weren't undersized, he would be ranked higher. He had a mixed week at the Senior Bowl, where he would flash ability but was inconsistent. The Oklahoma native also put the quarterback to the turf against Texas Tech and in the Big 12 Championship. Last week, the Penn State football team received even more high praise, as standout defensive end Chop Robinson was ranked as a top 5 defensive end in the sport by On3 Sports. Fan Rankings is a registered trademark of Fan Rankings LLC. Ochaun Mathis, Nebraska: The former three-star prospect is currently one of the hottest commodities in the transfer portal. 11. The six-foot-three, 252-pounder also had a sack in the win over UNLV and in the season-finale against New Mexico. Kayvon Thibodeaux, Oregon: Hes arguably the most feared defender in the Pac-12. Photo courtesy of Ohio State Athletics They are the enforcers off the edge. Tight ends are the unsung heroes when it comes to the pass catchers. 1. He had two sacks in 2020 and 3.5 in 2019. Now hell be one of the best returning defenders in the league this fall. Foskey on the defensive side of the ball has been a playmaker over the past two seasons including in 2022 finishing with 11 sacks and tied for 6. Foskey also had five solo tackles and a sack against North Carolina. McGuire generated three solo tackles and a sack in the season-opening win over Central Michigan. The Georgia native also generated four solo tackles at Louisville. Tuipulotu is an interesting player for the next level. 2/18/23: In 2022, Adebawore totaled 38 tackles, five sacks and two forced fumbles. His production didnt go unnoticed and he was rewarded second-team All-SEC. Hall had six solo stops, including four for loss and three sacks against UNLV. Old Dominion did not play football in 2020, and while White transfered to Georgia Tech for 2021, he missed the majority of the year with an injury. The former four-star prospect stockpiled 3.5 tackles for loss and three sacks in the Iron Bowl. Young had a season-high worth of tackles in the win over LSU. 11. A big strong physical defensive end who lacks great length and arm size but makes up for it with his powerful legs and speed. Defensive ends coach Lemanski Hall has to replace Myles Murphy and KJ Henry, bu It looks like you are using an ad-blocker. Unfortunately, the stats did not agree this year as he finished with 36 tackles and just 2.5 sacks. Zach Harrison, Ohio State 9. L3RvcC0xMC1kZWZlbnNpdmUtZW5kcy1pbi1jb2xsZWdlLWZvb3RiYWxsLWVu Ali Gaye, LSU: The Washington native came from the JUCO ranks and made an immediate impact in his first year with the Bayou Bengals. Amaewhule tallied seven sacks and broke up nine passes in eight games. Foskey tallied eight solo stops in back-to-back week victories over Purdue and Wisconsin. [4] DEs will be matched up against offensive tackles on almost every play. 7/6/22: Jean-Baptiste has yet to produce a big season for Ohio State but he has a good enough skill set to get on NFL teams' preseason watch list. These 20 defensive ends brought pressure and made their presence felt from the weak and strong-side in 2020. With this in mind, this lists prospects who are classified as defensive ends and edge players and excludes any obvious LBs. There usually are two defensive ends, one at either end. Rk Team Rec FBS DFEI DDE Rk DTD Rk DVD Rk DFD Rk DBD Rk DTO Rk 1 Georgia 14-1 13-1 1.93 1.42 1 .062 1 .169 1 .562 2 .169 15 .131 33 2 Evans had two sacks against Kent State, plus he also got to the quarterback against Iowa State, Northwestern, Illinois and Kentucky. dCc6CiAgICAgICAgbmV3IERhdGUoKS5nZXRUaW1lKCksZXZlbnQ6J2d0bS5q This is because the position requires an individual to be tall enough to get into the offensive line, but also quick enough to rush the quarterback. 2/18/23: Team sources say they were impressed with Anudike-Uzomah. The six-foot-two, 260-pounder also registered a sack in wins over Nevada, New Mexico and UNLV. While he's a bit undersized at only 6-foot-2 and 225 pounds, he's got great speed off the edge and underrated strength. In 2021, his run defense was improved, resulting in 34 stops, but his pass rush production declined to 3.5 sacks and a forced fumble. 7/6/22: Murphy was excellent as a freshman defensive end for Clemson in 2020, recording 51 tackles, 12 for a loss, four sacks, three forced fumbles and a pass broken up. To grow as a player, you'll spend a lot of time exercising. Anudike-Uzomah might fit best in the NFL as a 3-4 outside linebacker. However, Bryant entered the transfer portal after Auburns bowl game and reunited with Malzahn at UCF. On film Foskey does it all from showing great vision of the backfield and ball carrier to using his strength to get past offensive tackles and lineman. The Oklahoma native also put the quarterback to the turf against North Texas and Arkansas. 2/18/23: Cox played well for Florida in 2022, putting more pressure on the quarterback than his numbers - two sacks and 35 tackles - indicate. However, Martin left a lasting impression with two tackles for loss and two sacks in the New Years Six Bowl victory over Notre Dame. He flashed ability as an underclassman and should improve as he gains experience. McDonald opened the school record books for sacks in a single season last year. He should work out well and impress in the eye ball test. This is the same for the NFL making the defensive end position more and more important each year. Not only did Anudike-Uzomah earn first-team, All Big 12, but he was also named the leagues Co-Defensive Lineman of the Year. "I think the 4-3 ends in college, they grow to be 3-4 outside linebackers," he said. He was a solid defender for Clemson, playing better than the numbers illustrate. Trey Hendrickson Team: Cincinnati Bengals 2021 Stats: 21 Solo, 14 Sacks, 3 FF, 0 INT Coming in at number 10 on the Top 10 NFL Defensive Ends 2021-22 rankings list is the Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson. The Tampa native finished third in the FBS in sacks per game. They make life easier for the offense by keeping the pressure off the quarterback. One defensive end to keep your eyes on as the 2023 NFL Draft approaches is the Iowa Hawkeyes Lukas Van Ness. He tallied 4.5 tackles for loss through seven games and earned second-team All-Big Ten honors. Here's a forecast for the. Patchan also ended 2020 on a high note, with seven tackles and two sacks at San Diego State. * - denotes 2024 prospect. 7/6/22: Gaye has never put together a big season of production, but he has an excellent skill set and could break out in 2022. No. Vrabel was . 3. 1-overall caliber prospect, like Myles Garrett or Jadeveon Clowney, and the only issue that might cause him not to go first overall could be the quarterback needs and market. 2/18/23: Incoom did not do much in 2021, recording 3.5 sacks and 27 tackles against lesser competition, but he broke out as a senior, ripping off 11.5 sacks, 57 tackles and one forced fumble. Jordan Ferguson, Middle Tennessee: The Atlanta native led the Blue Raiders in tackles for loss and sacks last season. When healthy the LSU Tigers defensive end Ali Gaye has shown his ability to play the position while also showing flashes of how great of a pass rusher he could develop into. He was a high-motor guy that came off the edge and simply outworked the man in front of him. The former three-star prospect put together three solo stops, including one for loss in the road win at Bowling Green. 2/18/23: Fehoko collected 69 tackles, nine sacks, two forced fumbles and pass batted in 2022. Transfer Portal 2023 Rankings: Defensive Ends and Edge Rushers. It was only his first season of significant playing time, and he could improve as he gains experience. dy5fZGlkQXN5bmNJbmplY3RHb29nbGVUYWdNYW5hZ2VyID0gdHJ1ZTsKICAg MORE: Top 10 QBs in college football entering the 2022 season | RB | WR | TE | OL | DT, CLASS OF 2023 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State, CLASS OF 2024 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State, TRANSFER PORTAL: Stories/coverage | Message board. 7/6/22: Land was a beast in 2021, leading the FCS with 19 sacks and 25.5 tackles for a loss. They make life easier for the offense by keeping the pressure off the quarterback. Elite quick-twitch get off skills. em0vY3MuanMiOwogICAgZWwucGFyZW50Tm9kZS5pbnNlcnRCZWZvcmUocywg The former three-star prospect also had a sack in wins over Tennessee, LSU, Vanderbilt and Arkansas. Thomas had three solo tackles and two sacks against NC State. Will McDonald is Stay Alive in Power 5 | 2020 All rights reserved. Fillinger put up some solid numbers for the reigning Pac-12 Champs in 2021. Habakkuk Baldonado, Pittsburgh: The Panthers led the league in sacks per game last season and he was a big reason why. He put the quarterback to the turf in the opener against Alabama. Not to mention Patchan averaged nearly two tackles for loss per game, which ranked sixth-best in the country. Irwin also put the quarterback to the turf against Wyoming and Utah State. 4. Murphy had a big sophomore season, leading Clemson in both sacks and tackles for loss. Speed? The Sun Devils defense played their best against the rival Wildcats on the road, and held them to single digits. Ranking College Footballs best Defensive Ends of the NCAA 2022-2023 season and the 2023 NFL Draft, By Fan Rankings | January 15, 2023 - 01:57 PM. Will McDonald is Stay Alive in Power 5 | 2020 All rights reserved. MjI3MTkxNDciLAogICAgYzc6ICJodHRwczovL24ucml2YWxzLmNvbS9uZXdz JyZndG1fcHJldmlldz0nKydlbnYtMScrJyZndG1fY29va2llc193aW49eCc7 The former four-star prospect had five solo tackles and two sacks in the season-opening victory over Florida State. IHZhciBzID0gZG9jdW1lbnQuY3JlYXRlRWxlbWVudCgic2NyaXB0IiksIGVs Harrison is extremely fast to the quarterback while using that speed to elude defenders en route to opposing quarterbacks. Henry has great size and length while also being strong to shed blockers. 2/18/23: Amaewhule recorded 23 tackles, two sacks and a pass batted during 2022. While College Football has always had a ton of scoring and offense it continues to adapt to include more and more passing. Anderson has size, speed and athleticism, plus is an explosive playmaker. 20. Kayvon Thibodeaux (said Tib-uh-doe) is the consensus number 1 Defensive Linemen in 2021. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports By Anthony Treash All Rights Reserved. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS WITH OHIO STATE FANS AT SCARLETANDGRAYREPORT.COM. Arnold Ebiketie, Penn State: The former three-star prospect is highly underrated because of Temples 1-6 campaign in 2020. Not to mention Mathis racked up nine sacks in 10 games. However, they often times For a quarterback, there's nothing like having a reliable target to throw to. Brock Martin, Oklahoma State: The former three-star prospect helped the Pokes finish first in the FBS in sacks per game last season. He generated three solo tackles and a sack in the season-opening win over Minnesota. They're the dangerous disruptive forces who can change games, and some schools - like Oklahoma - are about to get an instant . He lines up as an outside linebacker and will put his hand in the ground as a defensive end. Your account has an invalid email address. Murphy stockpiled a season-high, four solo stops and 2.5 sacks in the win over Florida State. He tallied 7.5 tackles for loss and 5.5 sacks in just four games. JmNzX3VjZnI9MCIgLz4KPC9ub3NjcmlwdD4KPCEtLSBFbmQgY29tU2NvcmUg Along the way, many defensive linemen have risen to fame in the Jimmy Johnson, Sonny Lubick, Manny Diaz, and Randy Shannon defenses at Miami. He had three solo stops and a sack in the victory over Boston College. L3d3dy5nb29nbGV0YWdtYW5hZ2VyLmNvbS9ndG0uanM/aWQ9JytpK2RsKycm While the numbers and statistics might not show up on the internet or in the box score, it still doesnt take away how impactful Baldonado is and how much potential he has as one of the best defensive ends in all of College Football.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'fanrankings_com-box-4','ezslot_5',125,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-fanrankings_com-box-4-0'); The Panthers star defensive end who missed the end of the season to an undisclosed injury has all the physical tools and abilities to be an everyday menace in the NFL. He could be poised for a big senior year because Bryan Bresee and Myles Murphy should command attention and leave Henry facing consistent one-on-ones. He generated Anudike-Uzomah had eight solo tackles, including four for loss and four sacks in the victory over TCU, which were all season-highs. * OSU Career: Harrison, a blue . * Height, Weight: 6-6, 272 pounds. The bright lights and top tier play of the Ohio State Buckeyes prestigious program was not a factor for Zach Harrison who put together a stellar four-year career with the team. He also had two solo stops and a sack in the victory at Mississippi State. Year 2 (2024): $500,000. While ranking among the best defensive ends in all of College Football, Florida State Seminoles Jared Verse has elected to return to school for the upcoming 2023 College Football season. Incoom has quality size for the next level. It refers to pass rushers who attack the quarterback from one end of the offensive line or the other. In 2022, he collected 8.5 sacks, 46 tackles, a pass batted and two forced fumbles. College Footballs 20 best defensive ends of 2022 March 8, 2022 Lynn Harrington Iowa State defensive lineman Will McDonald (9) tackles Kansas State running back Deuce Vaughn (22) during the third quarter Saturday October 16, 2021 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Thibodeaux recorded five solo stops in the win at Washington State. Smith's bigger role as a pass rusher and run defender should only grow in 2022. Miami's offseason of turnover continues. He was named Football News Defensive Player of the Year, and became just the second Virginia Tech player to be recognized as a unanimous first-team All-American. He was part of a book-end tandem with Matt Finkes on the other side that provided immense pressure to opposing backfields during the 1995 and 1996 seasons. Top 10 College Football Team Rankings 2022-2023, Top 10 College Football Player Rankings 2022-2023, Top 10 Freshman Football Players 2022-2023 Rankings, Top 10 College Football Quarterbacks 2022-2023 Rankings, Top 10 College Football Running Backs 2022-2023 Rankings, Top 10 College Football Tight Ends 2022-2023 Rankings, Top 10 College Football Offensive Tackles 2022-2023 Rankings, Top 10 College Football Offensive Guards 2022-2023 Rankings. Not to mention the Utah native racked up six solo tackles against Oregon in the Pac-12 Championship Game, which were both season-highs. 14 edge defensive end by CBSSports.com. Murphy is the real deal and should blossom more in year two. Karlaftis was also tied for third in the league in sacks when he got injured. The former two-star prospect had 3.5 of those sacks against the Bulldogs and he broke up four passes. No. The California native elevated his production in October, with 15 solo tackles, including four sacks during that month. Elite edge rushers are relentless at penetrating backfields and taking down ball carriers. Nearly half of Halls tackles in 2020 were made from behind the line of scrimmage. The Georgia native had seven tackles, including three for loss and two sacks in the opener against Wake Forest. The Scout Trout & College Football Now top 2024 DL recruits scouting database features the top class of 2024 All-American defensive ends, defensive tackles & nose guards in the world of college football recruiting. Very tricky thing to do is first weed out guys that are defensive ends in college that will be 3-4 OLB's in college. He had four sacks and 30 tackles as a freshman in 2019. The Texas native racked up four solo stops, including a sack against SMU. If it is close, for example if a defensive end is a bit undersized, but moves really well in space, they very well . Headlining the list of the top defensive ends in College Football is the Clemson Tigers star defensive player Myles Murphy. 2/18/23: Jeffcoat recorded 21 tackles and one sack in 2022. Y29tc2NvcmUgPSBfY29tc2NvcmUgfHwgW107CiAgX2NvbXNjb3JlLnB1c2go Isaiah Foskey, Notre Dame: He had 52 total stops off the edge, plus he led Notre Dame in tackles for loss and sacks last season. Zach Harrison, Ohio State: The Buckeyes continue to stockpile talented edge rushers and he had five stars behind his name when he arrived on campus. If Cox were a little faster and more athletic, he would be a early-rounder - if his character were not a concern. The six-foot-five, 255-pounder had a sack in wins over Virginia Tech and Clemson. 8. Smith has gotten first-round hype for the 2023 NFL Draft, but he never produced first-round production or impact at Georgia. VGFnIC0tPgoKCg==, Enjoying Rivals? Tuipulotu is listed at 6-foot-4, but he might be more like 6-foot-3. Down or base block from tight end. In order to be successful defenders they have to disrupt the timing of offenses, tip passes at the line of scrimmage and wreak havoc on opposing quarterbacks. 16. He also had seven stops in the win over Pittsburgh and generated a sack at Georgia Tech. Henry showcased his ability to be an everyday defensive end this season while racking up career highs with 51 tackles while posting 3.5 sacks to go along with one forced fumble, one fumble recovery, and six passes defended. 7. Just like the Defensive Line, you want to keep everything consistent for the Inside Linebackers. From the college perspective, the top defensive ends and edge rushers in the 2021 NFL Draft are 15. A Defensive Lineman (End) lined up outside of the tight end, or extended one gap outside of the tackle (if no tight . Mathis also earned second-team, All-Big 12 at TCU last season. The six-foot-three, 265-pounder added another on Senior Day against Georgia. 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