The 10 Best EDGE Rushers In The 2023 NFL Draft
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EDGE Traits
Agility (AGI): Lateral explosiveness to change lanes and footspeed in pass rush moves
Getoff (GET): Physical and technical ability to come off the ball and get on top of blockers in a hurry
Bend (BND): Ability To flatten and turn around the arc without losing momentum.
Power Rush (PWR): Physical and techniqcal ability to win with power including but not limited to Bull, Push & Pull, and Rip Rush Moves
Finesse Rush (FIN): Physical and technical ability to win with finnesse including but not limited to Speed to Bend, Swim, Spin, and Swipe Moves
Run Defense (RUN): Physical and technical ability to hold ground, shed at the point of attack, and not lose gap discipline against the run
Tackling (TKL): Self Explanatory
Coverage (COV): Relative ability to drop into coverage from an Edge alignment; "N/A" may be assigned for players who weren't asked to do it
or shouldn't be at the next level.
Edge Scheme Fits
4-3: A 3-Down Edge built for a 4-3 Scheme to play with his hand in the dirt. Has a bit more size than a classic stand up Edge to defend the run but is likely not as quick or fluid to drop into coverage. May also be notably reliant on the 3-Point stance in order to generate getoff.
3-4: A 3-Down Edge built for a 3-4 Scheme to play standing up from a 2-point stance. Is typically quicker and more fluid than a 4-3 Edge to drop into coverage and can be more of a lighter, slippery run defender from the stand up position. May also not be as comfortable rushing with their hand in the dirt.
*Speed Rusher: Edge player who is an effective situational rusher but lack's the ability to consistently defend the run and likely shouldn't see the field on run downs.
*4-3 Run Defender: Edge player built specifically to defend the run from a 5-technique who lacks the tools to consistently rush the passer.
*Early Down 3-4: Edge linebacker who defends the run will and has the versatility to drop into coverage well who lacks the tools to consistently rush the passer.
*4-3 Tweener: Tweener type of Defensive End who excels in run defense from 5-tech but isn't big enough to hold up consistently as an Interior player on every down. Likely also lacks speed or bend around the edge for passing downs leaving him best utilized inside the tackles on rushing downs. Is likely best fit as an Interior player for Base 3-4 Teams.
*3-4 Tweener: Tweener type of Linebackers who can set the Edge against the run and thrive when dropping into coverage from on-ball Linebacker alignment. The difference between this and an "Early Down 3-4" is this player would be a true "Sam" in a 4-3 System and is likely tagged as too small to play the Edge.
*Not included in a player's categorization as "Any" scheme fit.
Grading Scale
8.0 Perfect Prospect
7.5 Day 1 Perennial All-Pro
7.3 Day 1 High-End Starter And Likely All-Pro
7.0 Day 1 Quality Starter And Potential All-Pro
6.9 Day 1 Starter With All Pro Upside
6.7-6.8 Day 1 Starter With High-End Starter Upside
6.6 Day 1 Starter
6.5 Boom Or Bust
6.3-6.4 Likely Starter Within First Two Seasons
6.1-6.2 Day 1 Backup With Starter Upside
6.0 Day 1 Backup / Special Teamer - Developmental Traits Based Prospect
5.9 Day 1 Backup / Special Teamer / Role Player - High Floor, Limited Physical Upside
5.8 Day 1 Backup / Special Teamer / Role Player - Low Floor, High Ceiling
5.7 Day 1 Backup / Special Teamer / Role Player - Limited Physical Upside
5.5-5.6 Day 1 Roster Bubble or Practice Squader
5.4 Priority Free Agent
5.0 Chance To Be In An NFL Camp
Under 5.0 Needs Time In A Developmental League
Пікірлер: 257
Typo on Van Ness btw, he's a 21y/o RS Sophomore! Also, "Finesse" is mispelled because I suck at English.
@adgee5401
Жыл бұрын
You’re human. People make mistakes.
@aaronhaurum3951
Жыл бұрын
And a beast
Murphy being 6th isn’t a slight. It just shows the depth of this DE class. This is my favorite scout channel. You can tell he does his own research and doesn’t go with the “experts” rankings.
@JohnDaDong93
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I can agree with that Murphy projection. Haven’t watched the video yet, but Murphy relied too much on raw athleticism when I watched his film.
@redeyejedi4400
Жыл бұрын
@@JohnDaDong93 so does tj watt works for him
@Gooseman8819
Жыл бұрын
@@redeyejedi4400 that's fine but there are also cases where it won't. At the end of the day this class is insanely good.
@bingo8789
Жыл бұрын
The "experts" are paid for!
@NAT-turners-Revenge
Жыл бұрын
Anderson has bust written all over him lol
My second favorite position besides Cb and Patreon has definitely been worth it
@Crispy44652
Жыл бұрын
Yep! DE TE, CB, and RB are so deep this year. OL is pretty deep too. I don’t think there’s a true WR1 in this class, but a bunch of solid 2 and 3 options. JSN, Flowers, and Downs are so fluid. Not a bunch of superstars in this class, but a team is going to make out with all the depth.
@braytonnicholas2621
Жыл бұрын
@@Crispy44652 safety and linebacker is kinda brutal but there’s always a mid round pick that outperforms expectations
@ThePhenom864
Жыл бұрын
Good to hear was thinking abt joining the Patreon
dude the new format is so sick actually crazy how much the graphics have improved, makes the experience so much better
I’m so excited for the TE and RB rankings
Excellent content. One of the best I’ve seen this year and I have seen a lot. I love the grading and the analysis. Keep up the great work. Thanks.
Started watching+Subscribed due to your Madden draft classes. The grades slides on this video are great and make me think of how players translate to the game. Awesome content! Thanks!
Great vid, I’m surprised you don’t have Uzomah’s quickness better. I think he’s more of a finesse rusher than anything else.
Great detailed analysis, learned a lot!!
Great analysis. Thanks and subscribed.
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@Ynkno
Жыл бұрын
bro
Great stuff as always Marcus
Curious if you could elaborate on Felix getting a low bend grade, especially considering that almost every draft write-up I’ve seen (and my own viewing of his tape) seems to indicate that his bend is his best attribute
@vsauce4678
Жыл бұрын
Probably just not taking into account how big he is. Not everyone can be Von Miller half way to the ground
@carrotbus3857
Жыл бұрын
Yeah and he gave Tyree Wilson’s get off a B+. I’m really starting to question him a bit. Wilson’s get off should be a D+ at absolute best. His teammates beat him off the ball every snap
As always thanks for the spicy content! 🙏🏻
This is the best edge ranking I've seen yet. Spot on.
Great video. Saw you tonight on How about those chiefs. Decided to check this out. 🤜🤛
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Welcome to the channel!!
I think Ojulari’s speed is underrated. Dude tracked down an HB from yards behind, wish he ran.
@vsauce4678
Жыл бұрын
Also with our depth at LSU he played so many downs and can be a full time edge if you have no depth
@adamabburkett2898
Жыл бұрын
Staying at home with the Saints at pick 40
@adamabburkett2898
Жыл бұрын
Nolan Smith is a ridiculous athlete, I think he might be a LB in the pros, maybe an OLB stand up in a 3-4 but too small to play in a 4-3, great analysis
great video, can you cover the 10 best CB’s
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Gonna do every position as we lead up to the draft.
Let’s goooooo new TFG draft upload
Tyree going to be the guy in this class defensively in a couple years , you'll see
wow a great edited video, well done. After the bears trade I was wondering who we can get late, this is perf, new sub fs
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!!
As a panthers fan I love how deep this edge class is considering that’s one of our biggest holes and we can get a steal in the later rounds
Can’t wait for the CB and OL versions of this!!!
Anyone coming out of Kansas State is going to be tough, mentally and physically. Good program. He's a pure edge rusher who can set the edge. Kind of a one dimensional player who does not mind collisions.
Great job
Can't wait for the O-line rankings!
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Best draft content on KZread!
Raiders and Patrick Graham used Clelin Ferrell a ton as that stand-up rush LB. I can definitely see them going Tuli day 2 or 3
Ojulari is really a creative pass rusher like you said. This allows his smaller slighter frame to get into the play.
I like the free content. Can only imagine the patreon stuff
Really like your grading on Nolan Smith.
Your tenth best edge rusher just led the country in sacks last year 😤
Just wondering what your opinion is on Andre Carter II?
Marcus what top 10 positions is next
It's a great edge class, excited to see how these players turn out.
@NAT-turners-Revenge
Жыл бұрын
Anderson will be a bust
@TedTeddy-ej3dp
Жыл бұрын
@@NAT-turners-Revenge I hope not, he seems like a good guy
I can imagine that Roseman is going to go with the Georgia boy Smith. He's a typical prototype of the new edge rush. Speed and that initial burst is going to get opposing teams on their heels.
@YourBeastRoy
Жыл бұрын
Hey I think you'd be right. Rossman thought so too lol
Love the content! Who do you think Demeco will get out of these Edge guys? Or will the Texans go with a guy like Trenton, but I know the line backer class is lacking this year!
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Lucas Van Nesse in that system at 12 would be amazing IMO
@brandonsimpson2696
Жыл бұрын
@@ThatFranchiseGuy yeah after really watching his highlights and games. He is definitely growing on me. But it’s like he could be just a 1 trick pony… I wouldn’t mind getting Will at 2 since the panthers will take Bryce
@timothyjohnson7697
Жыл бұрын
I like Smith at 12 w that 439 if we don't go Bijan or trade back a few picks to get a wr
impeccable timing
What do you think of the seahawks fit with Derrick Hall?
I’ve been onto Will McDonald. With the system they had he was double teamed most of the time. I’d love to get him for our Lions in the late 2nd if available. Maybe it’s my wish list
@Brent6437
Жыл бұрын
Hey brother what would you Grade James Houston at. Now he’s a Lion I was wondering if Nolan Smith is close to J H?
@aaronhaurum3951
Жыл бұрын
Wasted talent on lions
@adamabburkett2898
Жыл бұрын
@@Brent6437 Justin Houston??
@adamabburkett2898
Жыл бұрын
McDonald is just not big enough to translate his power to the next level, everyone is fast in the NFL & once they get their hands on him he will be thrown around like a toy but just my opinion
DJ MOORE IS A BEAR! After looking at the deal its official Panthers were fleeced
I'm loving Will McDonald Vl and really believe that he's going to pop up the draft boards on draft Day. I'd love for the Eagles to get him.
Anderson, agree.
Nolan Smith is my fav in this class
Just curious what you think of Keion White. Not mad he’s not on the list cause this edge class is loaded but curious what you think of him or where you see him going.
@paytonthompson8659
Жыл бұрын
Check out his fully inflated podcast when talking about d line in the combine. White didn’t do well at all in the Combine
@adamabburkett2898
Жыл бұрын
Keion White might be one he missed, I think he's a definite day 2 player
Where do you get your tape for prospects?
What qb do you think the panthers draft at number 1
33:18 yes thank you I hated Pete Golding for having him take on guards/double teams especially when we have the beef to take on those double teams. I never understood it.
Frank Clark had 26 solo tackles, 14 assists, 13.5 sacks and 1 fumble recovery in 17 games in the playoffs in his career.
Izayah Green-May is worth a look. Had a rough start to his career but closed with a solid season after transferring from Wisc to NIU. Extremely athletic for his size.
@ieuan67
Жыл бұрын
Has to be a packer with that name
I need a TFG reaction to the Bears-Panthers trade ASAP
@aaronhaurum3951
Жыл бұрын
Yes
what do you think about viliami fehoko from san jose state, posted an 80+ pff grade 3 straight years
@PL73
Жыл бұрын
78 but that's still great regardless
Not intending to overload you, but a video on how you place certain prospects into a specific round would be interesting. Like what makes a Round 1 Edge against a Round 3 Edge?
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
My grading scale in the description might shed some light on that.
@NAT-turners-Revenge
Жыл бұрын
Anderson will be a bust
Hey I saw you on cole’s channel recently and I’m just saying if you really wanna get into some in depth draft talks one of the best channels doing it which is also a chiefs channel is RGR.. they are constantly doing draft work and really do their homework on prospects and I mainly watch this channel and that one for draft prospect knowledge so it would pretty cool to see some pretty high level prospect talk in that collab if you ever see this comment 😂
@adamabburkett2898
Жыл бұрын
As a Saints fan Ross Jackson is my favorite person for information but this has been my favorite evaluations other than my team oriented, I may disagree but I love the analytics in your evaluation with game tape..
Where would you have ebikete ranked in this class? I’m just wondering if the falcons should seriously consider drafting two edge guys to rebuild their pass rush or should they roll with Ebikete as the #2.
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Definitely gotta stand by ebiketie either way!! Was great before the injury last year and they have enough needs.
I think the cardinals are a lock for Anderson considering the panthers moving into the #1 draft spot
Noti gang, always an instant click
Here from how bout those chiefs! You were on there showing support so it's us to return it thanks
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Eyyyy! Welcome in.
When I watched Felix anudike uzomah I thought he was explosive and bendy , he’s my edge 3 am I crazy Marcus?
How would you profile Notre Dame's Isiah Foskey as an Edge Rusher.
Maybe a wierd question but in a vacuum Marcus if your drafting an edge rusher would you prefer a guy who’s good with speed or power?
@Missiletainn13
Жыл бұрын
power for sure
@SeahawkAz
Жыл бұрын
Quickness/explosiveness is the most import trait. TJ watt didn’t have the fastest 40 time (4.7) but has great get off. QB is usually less than 10 yds away
As a Packers fan, I’m hoping we get a Edge Rusher with our first pick.
Can you take a look at D3 North Central QB Luke Lehnen. He is good size at 5'11 (taller than Bryce) and I think can be good as a Russ or Kyler type player. 189 lbs. Like a small improviser. He flamed College Football as just a Sophomore. He had a passer rating of 192! 189/276 for 2709/38/6 with 68% CP. If that isnt good what is? He also had a long of 94 YARDS. He has big play potential and I think he can be a 1st round talent in a year. My comp is Baker Mayfield. Thx Marcus
What about Isaiah Foskey from Notre Dame?
1. Will Anderson 2. Tyree Wilson 3. Lukas Van Ness 4. Nolan Smith 5. Myles Murphy 6. Will McDonald 7. Felix Anudike- Uzomah 8. BJ Ojulari 9. Adetomiwa Adebawore 10 Andre Carter Honarble mentions 11. Karl Brooks 12. Nick Herbig 13. Tuli Tuipulotu 14. Isaiah Foskey
@explainingstuffsteven8996
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andre carter isnt good at all
@NAT-turners-Revenge
Жыл бұрын
Anderson is a bust..... Jalen carter will be good
BTW, your label for sections in the video says Tua Tagovolia instead of Tuli Tuipulotu
BJ Ogulari is definitely a first round talent. LSU had no Dline depth. This dude was never off the field and was constantly dominant. He's not a top 10 edge in the league guy but he's an immediate starter for 8 years
Where's the top 10 RBs? I love your content by the way and how you break it down.
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Tmw at 4;30 PM ET!
Could you explain a little why you think Iowa state's defense is stupid? My college team runs it as well and I have some serious gripes.
Tiuoplotu 13 sacks in his last year . He had more sacks than anybody else in your review of edge rushers . He deserves more credit than you gave him . Foskey is another underrated player
Can you do corners too!!?
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Yes sir!!!
Do the best cornerbacks in the draft
What did you think of Zach Harrison?
Tyree Wilson is a freak of nature. But, he is not really quick off the line and is not very versatile like a Nolan Smith. He is not an edge rusher, but a DE in the NFL, imo. He's got a lot to learn if he plays on the edge, but if Seattle takes him, he will play 5 tech or DE in that 3-4 scheme. Because of lack of D line talent and support, Wilson could possible start in Seattle.
didn't iowa have a rs soph? or did he not enter this year
damn the random shot at Iowa City
When did the name change from defensive end to edge rusher?
Good stuff man. If Nolan Smith falls to the Bills, no chance Beane passes on this guy.
Will Anderson is gonna be a top 5 pass rusher a lot quicker than people think
@lvl7Zone
Жыл бұрын
I doubt it
@KINGDXVID_
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I see that too he’s going to be a really good de
@Ynkno
Жыл бұрын
@@lvl7Zone how lol
@NAT-turners-Revenge
Жыл бұрын
That man is gonna be a *BUST!* nfl Olinenan will eat him up.
Murphy, just like all these other players, will need refinement at the NFL level. He is definitely a first round pick, but agree that he's more like a #20 or later. But, like Kione White, he has the physicality, athleticism and tools to make a difference on the D line. He just needs the coaching to settle into a run stopping role when needed.
Kind of surprised not to see Byron young on here
Was really hoping to see Isaiah Foskey on this list😔
Felix out of K-State is a monster dude is fast, powerful and relentless steelers need him 🔥🌪⚡
@robbierotten9989
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Been keeping my eye on him this draft.
@adamabburkett2898
Жыл бұрын
Steelers would only need him to back up TJ and Highsmith, He's interesting in a 3-4
@trapsavagetv4540
Жыл бұрын
@@adamabburkett2898 that's what we need instead of signing these and trading late round picks for guys who haven't reached their potential yet and he is a DE he would play behind Heyward and Ojinobi
@adamabburkett2898
Жыл бұрын
@@trapsavagetv4540 I agree with you my guy, I think he could play DE or a stand up OLB in a 3-4.. I like his size, speed and bend and at his size he could possibly play both, he has the power and run stopping ability to play DE or he can definitely be used as an OLB in space to rush the passer.. I think he could be an ideal pick at 32 after the Burgh gets that OT or CB at 17.. Steelers did a great job at plugging holes in free agency so far, now add a few depth pieces and the Steelers are going to surprise the AFC
Whats funny is that theres another guy that would have made this class even better his name is jared verse from florida st.
Intro made me think teams like seattle and Atlanta will double up on edge this year
The second section of the video says “Tua Tagavoila” instead of Tuli by the way
who do the packers need to draft to play 3-4 DE? I personally believe the Packers should sign Teair Tart and put him at NT and move Kenny Clark to DE in their 3-4.
I like Will McDonald as an edge setting rusher who can be like a Will Anderson. He does not have the size to operate inside like a Kione White who has a lot of good inside pass rushing moves as will as good run stopping. White is a DE or maybe 5 tech whereas McDonald and many of these top ten edge rushers would play more outside in a 3-4 scheme as outside LBs. I think McDonald and Kione White have some similarities with White being more powerful because of his mass and therefore better at playing inside.
Felix Aunidike-Uzomah kinda feels like a version Kingsley Enagbare from last year, who had an alright year as a rookie.
@michaelmarion7360
Жыл бұрын
He's under-rated overall and ranked too low on this list. His low "bend' grade on this list is extremely inaccurate.
Glad to see Mcdonald on list
GOAT
Slightly shat myself again anyway NEW TOP TEN LETS GOO
Where would Jared Verse be if he were coming out?
How does Kayvon stack up against Will Anderson in your opinion?? As a prospect and potential
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Potential is similar, thought Anderson was more consistent. Had a 6.90/8 on Kayvon and a 7.20/8 on Anderson. Both Top 5 Values
@S3rv3nT4p
Жыл бұрын
@@ThatFranchiseGuy great thanks for the response. As a fan every time you see all these new "toys/prospects" come into the league you start thinking we'll damn is that one better than what I have lol
Nolan Smith is a difference maker
Tuli probably be that Donald type 3 tech. Better rushing in middle than edge in nfl
@ThatFranchiseGuy
Жыл бұрын
Entirely disagree.
Nolan smith would be a perfect fit for the eagles
We don’t need anymore fast u set size speedster lb/edge that are undersized. We need elite edge who can dominate against the run and pass(not finesse, speed but everything) and is what will help Grady
I would love BJ Oujari across from Cam Jordan staying at home at 40 after we take Kancey or Mazi at 29..