The former two-star prospect had 3.5 of those sacks against the Bulldogs and he broke up four passes. He tallied 4.5 tackles for loss through seven games and earned second-team All-Big Ten honors. 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. "I think the 4-3 ends in college, they grow to be 3-4 outside linebackers," he said. JmNzX3VjZnI9MCIgLz4KPC9ub3NjcmlwdD4KPCEtLSBFbmQgY29tU2NvcmUg The Ohio native had a sack in the opener against Nebraska. 20. MOBILE, Ala. -- He's Iowa State's all-time sack leader and now he's preparing to wreak havoc on quarterbacks at the next level. Smith's bigger role as a pass rusher and run defender should only grow in 2022. This leads to a look at the top 10 players returning at each position, continuing today with the defensive ends. Markees Watts, Charlotte: The former two-star prospect is a menace off the edge and had a lot of production last season. Young helped the SEC Champs finish fourth in the FBS in tackles for loss per game last season. * Height, Weight: 6-6, 272 pounds. Harrison put the quarterback to the turf at Indiana. He generated four solo tackles, including a season-high, three sacks in the victory over Washington State. Evans had two sacks against Kent State, plus he also got to the quarterback against Iowa State, Northwestern, Illinois and Kentucky. Murphy, who ranks amongst the best defensive players as well, is expected to be one of the top defensive players off the NFL Draft Board during the 2023 NFL Draft. The California native stockpiled two sacks apiece against Virginia Tech and USC. Coleman racked up 15 tackles for loss, which was second-best in the Big 12. The six-foot-four, 230-pounder started off strong with two sacks in the opener against Louisiana. 12. Murphy combined for six solo tackles and three sacks over the Tigers final three games of the regular season, plus he finished the year with second-team, All-ACC honors. He put the quarterback to the turf in the season-opening victory over Duquesne. The defensive ends and edge rushers are terrific, with a slew of players who might not be household names about to become stars on a national scale. 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. Most importantly, he's one of the rare big-bodied defensive lineman that can defeat blocks with . Horton uses a stellar spin move to position himself around blockers while also opening his path to the quarterback.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'fanrankings_com-leader-2','ezslot_10',136,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-fanrankings_com-leader-2-0'); His ability to get to the quarterback showed over the course of the season as the senior defensive end racked up a career high 10 sacks. They are the aggressive defenders who set the tone up front. Fillinger also put the quarterback to the turf against Stanford and Colorado. It's a position that requires intelligence and physicality. He played hard and totaled 55 tackles, 3.5 sacks, one interception and three forced fumbles. Mathis joined Scott Frost and Nebraska in late April, plus he inked a lucrative NIL deal. The Tampa native finished third in the FBS in sacks per game. 2023 NFL Draft Defensive End Rankings. Harrison put up solid numbers in the 10 games he played last season. VanValkenburg finished with 8.5 tackles for loss in seven games and earned second-team All-Big Ten honors. Whether the edge rushers on a team are defensive ends or outside linebackers depends on the system. The former three-star prospect also had a sack in wins over Tennessee, LSU, Vanderbilt and Arkansas. We first try to identify a position, but often list both possibilities. Not to mention he also earned first-team All-Pac-12. Booker tallied 21 tackles, including four solo in the win over UCLA. A big strong physical defensive end who lacks great length and arm size but makes up for it with his powerful legs and speed. Anderson has size, speed and athleticism, plus is an explosive playmaker. Get the latest NFL Draft prospect rankings from CBS Sports. The six-foot-three, 265-pounder added another on Senior Day against Georgia. Now Evans is poised to be Iowas next terror off the edge. In 2021, Harrison collected 33 tackles, three sacks, two forced fumbles and four passes defended. Mathis also earned second-team, All-Big 12 at TCU last season. Here is a look at the Top 10 College Football Defensive Ends 2023 Rankings:if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'fanrankings_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_2',124,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-fanrankings_com-medrectangle-4-0'); Just missing the Top 10 College Football Defensive Ends 2023 Rankings list is the Pittsburgh Panthers defensive end Habakkuk Baldonado. Hall put the quarterback to the turf and forced a fumble against Arkansas and Mississippi State. Watts racked up seven solo tackles, including one behind the line of scrimmage and a sack in the victory over Duke. Baldonado has quality size with disruptive speed. Amaewhule has a legit chance to be the best defender in Conference-USA this upcoming season. Stills had three tackles, including a sack in the season-opener at Maryland. Kansas senior guard Kevin McCullar has been named a Naismith Defensive Player of the Year semifinalist, the Atlanta Tipoff Club announced Tuesday. VGFnIC0tPgoKCg==, Enjoying Rivals? He has a great burst off the edge and will be the unquestioned leader of Georgia's defense this season. The rush-end led all FBS edge defenders in pass-rush grade (93.6), pass-rush win rate (28%) and pressure rate generated (25.7%) in 2020. When Clemson went 15-0 in 2018, Clelin Ferrell, Dexter Lawrence, Christian Wilkins and Austin Bryant made up one of the best defensive lines in college football history. OyBzLmFzeW5jID0gdHJ1ZTsKICAgIC8vIGxvYWRpbmcgdGhlIGV2ZXJncmVl He plays hard and shows the ability to power rush with heavy hands. 16. He tallied five solo stops, including 3.5 sacks in the win over Kansas. He has some ability, but possesses a tweener body type that could limit him for the NFL. (Lynn Harrington/stayaliveinpower5). Solomon racked up 7.5 sacks through the Trojans first six games. Being consistently disruptive and having a non-stop motor goes a long way on autumn Saturdays. For the year, he collected 46 tackles, 13.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and three passes broken up. ICAgIGo9ZC5jcmVhdGVFbGVtZW50KHMpLGRsPWwhPSdkYXRhTGF5ZXInPycm The evolution of football continues to make impacts on how the game of football is played each and every weekend both on the College Football Field as well as on the NFL field. He is a dangerous edge rusher with speed and athleticism. Along the way, many defensive linemen have risen to fame in the Jimmy Johnson, Sonny Lubick, Manny Diaz, and Randy Shannon defenses at Miami. Herbig, who is smaller than many of the other defensive ends on the ball, uses his speed, quickness and understanding of the game of football to play like one of the bigger defensive ends in College Football. Hall racked up 10 sacks in seven games, which tied for second-best in the country. The six-foot-three, 245-pounder also earned second-team, AP All-Big 12 honors. 11. ***** Now hell be one of the best returning defenders in the league this fall. 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. VanValkenburg had no stars behind his name out of high school. Kwami Jones, Fresno State: In just five games last season the San Francisco native tallied six tackles for loss and five sacks. 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. 12. Anderson is a true "Alpha Dog" prospect for the NFL. Foskey tallied eight solo stops in back-to-back week victories over Purdue and Wisconsin. A recent offer from Arizona State and a visit with the Sun Devils went really well for the three-star defensive end from Hutchinson (Kan.) Hutchinson C.C. 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. Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. If Cox were a little faster and more athletic, he would be a early-rounder - if his character were not a concern. 7/6/22: Harris has a quality skill set with upside to produce more. McCullar, a 6-foot-6 San Antonio native, was also . ZWwpOwogIH0pKCk7Cjwvc2NyaXB0PgoKPG5vc2NyaXB0PgogIDxpbWcgc3Jj Thomas had 2.5 sacks in the win over Baylor and another in the loss at Iowa State. Not to mention Harrison left a lasting impression with solid performance in the Rose Bowl. He had five solo tackles in one game. Young is entering spring ball as Alabamas most experienced defender on the defensive line. Will McDonald is Stay Alive in Power 5 | 2020 All rights reserved. Joe Evans, Iowa: The former walk-on tied first on the Hawkeyes with seven sacks last season. Thomas had three solo tackles and two sacks against NC State. But back in 2020, he led the Pac-12 in sacks and forced fumbles, and possesses a rare combination of length and strength. We use the same Defensive Line reads and techniques in the 4-4 Defense as we would in a 4-3 Defense or 4-2-5 Defense. Some scouts have compared Wilson to Carlos Dunlap in terms of his skill set and potential. Unfortunately he ruptured his achilles in spring practice. With a full slate of games on Ohio States schedule, expect his production to increase tremendously. Ojulari tallied two solo tackles and a sack in each of LSUs first two games. Memphis football defensive back Ladarian Paulk became the latest starter to leave the program when he announced Sunday that he'll enter the transfer portal in May.. Ojulari left a lasting impression with four solo stops and a sack in LSUs bowl game. Y29tc2NvcmUgPSBfY29tc2NvcmUgfHwgW107CiAgX2NvbXNjb3JlLnB1c2go 3. Not to mention he had two solo stops and a season-high, 2.5 sacks in the victory over Central Michigan. c3M9J3ZpZGVvLWFkLXdyYXBwZXInPgo8c2NyaXB0IGFzeW5jIHNyYz0nLy9j College defensive ends learn to rush the passer from a two-point stance and drop in coverage as outside linebackers. Find out where your favorite Position stacks up against the 2023 class and view expert mock drafts. However, Martin left a lasting impression with two tackles for loss and two sacks in the New Years Six Bowl victory over Notre Dame. Jean-Baptiste needs to produce more as a senior. Trajan Jeffcoat, Missouri: The South Carolina native had a breakout season in 2020 with the Tigers. This is a eight-year study. Javon Solomon, Troy: The Florida native ate ball-carriers for breakfast, with 17 tackles for loss last season. * - denotes 2024 prospect. 7/6/22: Fehoko put together an impressive 2021 season for the Spartans, totaling 37 tackles, seven sacks and three forced fumbles. Myles Murphy Clemson: The former five-star prospect led the Tigers in tackles for loss and sacks last season. 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. Aidan Hutchinson, Michigan 3. Top 10 Defensive Ends 10. 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. The Harrison File. If Fehoko builds on his 2021 performance, he could rise. Anudike-Uzomah might fit best in the NFL as a 3-4 outside linebacker. 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