2015 Draft: Defensive End Rankings

Updated: January 23, 2015

Today we break down the defensive ends in the 2015 NFL draft. These guys are the rough, rugged pass rushers that every team covets. Some of these guys likely will play 3-4 OLB in the NFL which I have noted. Please check out the rankings below for now.

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List below:

1. Vic Beasley, Clemson
I like Vic, especially in a 3-4 as the OLB. He isn’t a big guy at 6’2 230+ so ultimately he may find his niche as a Von Miller type player.

2. Randy Gregory, Nebraska
Gregory is more of a traditional DE with a 6’6 240 lean frame. Don’t let that fool you, Gregory has a ton of power and an effective bull rush technique already. He should go top 8 easily.

3. Shane Ray, Missouri
Ray has come on late in the season, he will probably post better combine numbers than Fowler and has more “potential” to his game which is why he’s rated higher. At 6’3 245 he likely will play OLB in the NFL as well.

4. Dante Fowler Jr., Florida
Fowler has put together two really good years for the Gators and is skyrocketing up the board. Don’t be surprised if his name is whispered in #1 OVERALL discussions. Remember who said that first. At 6’3 277 he has the legit size and athleticism to play the traditional role. He also can play standing up. Has a knack for disrupting run plays from the edge.

5. Eli Harold, Virginia

The Rest:

6. Hau’oli Kikaha, Washington

7. Shilique Calhoun, Michigan State

8. Alvin Dupree, Kentucky

9. Nate Orchard, Utah

10. DeForest Buckner, Oregon

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