2026 Draft: EDGE

[Hugepatsfan]

I figure that the way that they rotate players if we have guys that can routinely get in the backfield they don't need to be 3 down guys. Landry was 6-2 250 or so and we was a rotational guy his rookie year 591- 60% snaps but then was an every down guy. For perspective Chaisson played 639 snaps-67%(I know he was injured some but it gives perspective on play time).

I was high on Donovan Ez last year because of his 3 cone and he generated 35 or so pressures for the cowboys on 600 snaps. He was pick 12 in the 2nd round.

So in summation, I would like to see them bring in players that can get to the QB and It doesn't matter to me if they are an "every down player".

I think DL is the only position that doesn't require "every down players" in order to keep players fresh and that is why its crucial to bring in several quality pass rushers.

Yeah DL is always going to be rotational if you have enough depth. Just makes sense to keep guys fresh.

When people say "every down players" on the DL I don't think it's usually meant in terms of snap count though. I think it's meant more that the player isn't a specialist. It sounds good in theory to play your run stuffers against the run and pass rushers vs. the pass but it's not like offenses can't exploit that. You throw in your big run stuffers and they can check to a pass play. Or vice versa. So it's not about literally playing every down, just being able to play on every kind of down.

Now every team wants those guys and they don't grow on trees so you're going to have to live with some "situational" players, but to the extent you can minimize that it leaves you less susceptible to being exploited.

 

[manxman2601]

I'm still hopeful there'll be an age tax.

 

[Clonamery]

I'm still hopeful there'll be an age tax.

Or the foot tax (Simmer down Rex Ryan).

 

[manxman2601]

I absolutely love the speed with which R Mason Thomas closes to the QB once he gets his win. It is elite.

 

[manxman2601]

Dane Brugler:

"There will be some teams that have Mesidor higher on their board than Bain. That's less about Bain, it's more about the way (Mesidor) played this year, especially in the playoffs.....Mesidor is a dude. He is someone that will be wrecking NFL backfields next year".

 

[stelfans]

In other words..he's a top 15 pick. Thanks Dane, Manx had already told us that in November.

 

[manxman2601]

In other words..he's a top 15 pick.

But a 25 year old one. I will hold on to that until he's drafted.

 

[mayoclinic]

But a 25 year old one. I will hold on to that until he's drafted.

Not to beat a dead horse, but it all started falling apart when some British dude called in to Trevor Sikkema and Connor Rodgers.

 

[manxman2601]

Not to beat a dead horse, but it all started falling apart when some British dude called in to Trevor Sikkema and Connor Rodgers.

I just wanted to include him in my mocks.

 

[Clonamery]

Not to beat a dead horse, but it all started falling apart when some British dude called in to Trevor Sikkema and Connor Rodgers.

You tell him. Completely ruined Plan A.

 

[manxman2601]

Me feeling suitably chastised.

 

[manxman2601]

I absolutely love the speed with which R Mason Thomas closes to the QB once he gets his win. It is elite.

The get off is pretty good too. I look forward to seeing his 3-cone.

 

[manxman2601]

 

[mayoclinic]

Hmm.

- Arvell Reese
- David Bailey
- Rueben Bain
- Keldric Faulk
- Akheem Mesidor
- TJ Parker
- Zion Young
- Cashius Howell

That's 8. Other possibles:

- R Mason Thomas
- Derrick Moore
- Malachi Lawrence

 

[dliverey44]

A fun website that I came across that allows you to be the GM of the team. It is pretty cookie cutter in the way it works contracts but kinda fun to play with.

Be A GM | NFL General Manager Simulator 2026 | StickToTheModel

Be an NFL GM: manage salary cap, cut players, sign free agents, make trades, draft all 7 rounds. Real 2026 cap data for all 32 teams. Free, no signup.

sticktothemodel.com

Edit: sorry meant to put it in the mock thread

 

[mayoclinic]

2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report - Missouri EDGE Zion Young

From now until the 2026 NFL Draft, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top-10 picks, all the way to Day 3 selections, and priority undrafted free...

steelersdepot.com

 

[mayoclinic]

2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Miami (FL) EDGE Akheem Mesidor

From now until the 2026 NFL Draft, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top-10 picks, down to Day 3 selections and priority undrafted free agents...

steelersdepot.com

 

[manxman2601]

 

[mayoclinic]

 

[manxman2601]

James-Newby and Nadame Tucker are really interesting day 3 swings.