The Post’s Ryan Dunleavy gives his top 10 edge rushers in this year’s NFL draft, based on evaluations and conversations with people around the league:
1. Abdul Carter, Penn State, 6-4, 250
Game wrecker often compared to Micah Parsons. Explosive first step and deep pass rush bag. NCAA-leading 23.5 tackles for loss (12.5 sacks) in first season after move from off-ball linebacker. Doctors advised against surgery for stress fracture in right foot. Arrested for assaulting truck driver in 2024.
2. Mykel Williams, Georgia, 6-5, 260
Coming off underwhelming five-sack season while playing through season-long ankle sprain. “Battering ram” pass rusher who bends the edge. Needs alternative moves to his go-to spin. Elite closing burst behind line of scrimmage. Alignment versatility. Relatively low snap count. Big-game performer.
3. Mike Green, Marshall, 6-3, 251
Dominant pass rusher (NCAA-best 17 sacks) and edge-setting run-stopper (No. 2 with 22.5 tackles for loss) versus mediocre competition. Goes for the ball on big hits. Lacks prototypical size but above-average want-to hustle. Accused of sexual assault twice and denies both (no charges filed).
