Rivals250 Release: Breaking down No. 1 at each defensive position

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The latest 2026 rankings update has been released and there were some big changes made across the board. Take a look at which players now rank No. 1 at each defensive position.

NEW 2026 POSITION RANKINGS: Quarterback | Running Back | All-Purpose Back | Wide Receiver | Slot | Tight End | Offensive Tackle | Interior Offensive Linemen | Defensive Tackle | Defensive End | Edge | Linebacker | Nickel | Cornerback | Safety | Athlete

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DEFENSIVE TACKLE: Deuce Geralds

“Geralds has outstanding quickness off the ball and moves at a different pace from the interior of the defensive line. Geralds had a statement junior season for Suwanee (Ga.) Collins Hill. His blend of power and closing speed from the middle and various positions across the defensive front is uncanny.

“Rivals.com’s top defensive tackle is bendy with an outstanding athletic profile. He has been too much to withstand in various camp settings as well as his junior year.” – Sam Spiegelman, national recruiting analyst

DEFENSIVE END: Aiden Harris

“Harris took another massive leap forward as a junior this fall. A pressure cooker up front, Harris is a force off the edge and also over the guard. The touted defensive end has an explosive…


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Publish date : 2025-02-04 04:54:00

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