2027 NFL Draft
EDGE Prospects & Rankings

Last Updated: August 2026
Big Board Scouting staff

The 2027 EDGE class stands out as an elite group of pass rushers characterized by high-end closing speed, extreme ankle flexion, and advanced technical rushes. This cycle features premium perimeter defenders who possess the explosive first-step quickness necessary to instantly threaten the outside shoulder of modern NFL tackles, presenting front offices with a variety of blue-chip franchise pieces.

1. Dylan Stewart (South Carolina)

Traits & Film Summary: Stewart is a truly generational, premier edge weapon who wins with an explosive first step and a devastating pass-rush plan. He features an elite blend of length and functional power, routinely converting speed to power to collapse the pocket from the perimeter. While our staff wants to see him maintain stouter lower-body mechanical consistency against interior double-teams on standard running downs, his elite ceiling as a true franchise sack artist locks him in as the blue-chip crown jewel of this EDGE cycle.

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2. Colin Simmons (Texas)

Traits & Film Summary: Bending around the edge looks completely effortless for Simmons. He is a hyper-agile perimeter rusher who possesses rare ankle flexibility, allowing him to drop his hips and turn incredibly tight corners under extended pass blocks without losing a bit of balance. The next step in his development is simply hitting the weight room; he needs to add functional bulk so heavy-personnel run schemes do not push him off the line.

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3. Boubacar Traore (Notre Dame)

Traits & Film Summary: Setting a firm edge and forcing ball carriers back inside toward the help is where Traore makes his living. He is a physically imposing, heavy-handed defender who wins at the line of scrimmage with violent hand swipes and raw power. Traore is a tough anchor to shift on the boundary, but to lock down top-20 draft status, he needs to show a more reliable counter move for when his initial bull rush gets stalled out.

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4. Anto Saka (Texas A&M)

Traits & Film Summary: Few perimeter rushers play with the kind of sudden lateral twitch and high-octane motor that Saka brings to every snap. He plays with natural leverage, frequently dipping right beneath the reach of taller offensive linemen to threaten the pocket instantly. He still needs to learn how to read blocking keys against play-action looks a bit better, but his relentless pursuit and pure pass-rushing floor give him an incredibly safe projection.

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5. Jordan Ross (LSU)

Traits & Film Summary: Ross features an elite physical frame paired with rare sudden agility and closing speed for a defender of his build. He tracks down quarterbacks efficiently from the backside and handles space drops remarkably well in hybrid looks. If he can refine his hand placement to ensure higher efficiency grades when handling physical run blockers, our staff believes that Ross projects as a premier front-four piece.

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6. Matayo Uiagalelei (Oregon)

Traits & Film Summary: You are getting a disciplined, assignment-sound edge setter with Uiagalelei, a player who rarely gets fooled by backfield eye candy or visual counters. He plays with a consistently stout base and anchors his gaps efficiently. While he does not possess the explosive, fluid bend of some of the guys ahead of him, his reliable run-stopping ability will make him a welcome addition to traditional NFL defense rooms.

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7. Damon Wilson II (Miami)

Traits & Film Summary: Controlling the point of engagement is the name of the game for Wilson, a fluid accelerator who wins with crisp awareness and an excellent pass-rush approach. He uses his impressive wingspan to keep linemen at a distance, allowing him to peek into the backfield and shed blocks cleanly. The main critique on his tape is lower-body anchor strength; he can look a bit light when he has to hold his ground directly against physical gap schemes.

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8. Suntarine Perkins (Ole Miss)

Traits & Film Summary: Schemes that rely on twists and stunts where rushers can just attack are the perfect fit for a lighter, highly athletic edge weapon like Perkins. He is incredibly effective at closing range and shooting gaps, using his dynamic athletic traits to create mismatches all over the line. To move up draft boards, he must prove he can maintain his anchor against true power double-teams rather than getting washed out.

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9. Yhonzae Pierre (Alabama)

Traits & Film Summary: Discipline and a high motor are the biggest selling points for Pierre, a defender who stands out due to his reliable hand technique on crucial downs. He works diligently through the whistle, regularly chasing down boundary runs from the backside. Because his leaner build can limit his efficiency in tight, phone-booth environments, Pierre projects best as an outside sub-package specialist early in his career.

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10. Quincy Rhodes Jr. (Arkansas)

Traits & Film Summary: Rhodes brings a ton of value because he is smart, disciplined, and knows how to use his great length to set a edge against the run. He shows steady development in his hand-fighting timing, keeping blockers out of his chest frame. If he can work on getting off the ball with a more consistent, explosive burst, his pass-rush efficiency numbers should take a significant jump.

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