NFL Draft 2025: Ranking defensive line, EDGE prospects among stacked class as combine workouts begin

More than 300 of college football’s top players have arrived in Indianapolis for the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, where they will showcase their skills in front of NFL coaches and executives from Feb. 24-March 3. On-field drills kick off Feb. 27, with defensive linemen and linebackers getting the first shot at the televised workouts (3 p.m. ET, NFL Network).

Prospects will look to boost their draft stock with standout performances, while top-tier talents aim to cement their status as elite prospects.

Here’s how Blake Brockermeyer, a 1995 first-round pick by the Carolina Panthers, ranks his top five edge rushers and interior defensive linemen. Unfortunately, several players are bypassing the on-field workouts 

EDGE

1. Abdul Carter, Penn State

Carter is the no-brainer top edge and the most dynamic pass-rushers in this class. He has barely scratched the surface of his potential and will only improve with more reps and experience. Carter possesses elite speed, twitch, and get-off from the edge and can also win with counters and a smooth spin move. He has No. 1 overall pick potential and would be the pick if this draft were being held even six or seven years ago in a different era. 

Bottom line: Carter should make an instant impact as a rookie and has eventual All-Pro upside. 

2. Mykel…

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Author : Blake Brockermeyer

Publish date : 2025-02-27 16:43:00

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