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ESPN conducted a comprehensive poll involving executives, players, and coaches to determine the best Edge Rushers in the NFL.
The survey, part of ESPN’s 2023 NFL season preview, was carried out by Jeremy Fowler and involved league executives, coaches, scouts, and players who contributed to ranking the top 10 players at each of the 11 different positions, spanning from quarterback to cornerback and all positions in between.
Rankings For: Off-the-ball Linebackers, Defensive Tackles, Edge Rushers, Cornerbacks, Safeties, Tight Ends, Running Backs, Offensive Tackles, Guards/Centers, Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers
Teams are always searching for the next great pass rusher, and players who can consistently disrupt the opposing quarterback are highly coveted.
With the incredibly high stakes of today’s NFL, a dynamic pass rusher can often be the difference between victory and defeat, making them an indispensable asset for any team hoping to contend for a championship.
Here is the esteemed list of the top 10 defensive tackles in the NFL, as determined by the poll:
- Nick Bosa – San Francisco 49ers
- Myles Garrett – Cleveland Browns
- Micah Parsons – Dallas Cowboys
- T.J. Watt – Pittsburgh Steelers
- Haason Reddick – Philadelphia Eagles
- Maxx Crosby – Las Vegas Raiders
- Brian Burns – Carolina Panthers
- Matthew Judon – New England Patriots
- Buffalo Bills – Von Miller
- Joey Bosa – Los Angeles Chargers
In addition to the top 10, several linebackers received honorable mentions for their exceptional performances:
- Jaelan Phillips – Miami Dolphins
- Aidan Hutchinson – Detroit Lions
- Trey Hendrickson – Cincinnati Bengals
- Khalil Mack – Los Angeles Chargers
- Cameron Jordan – New Orleans Saints
Furthermore, several players received votes and were recognized for their skills and potential impact:
- Za’Darius Smith – Cleveland Browns
- Rashan Gary – Green Bay Packers
- Danielle Hunter – Minnesota Vikings
- Chandler Jones – Las Vegas Raiders
- Josh Sweat – Philadelphia Eagles
- Uchenna Nwosu – Seattle Seahawks
- Shaquil Barrett – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Whether it’s their speed, agility, sheer strength, or their uncanny ability to read the game and make split-second decisions, these players are sure to deliver some of the most thrilling moments on the field.
With the likes of Nick Bosa, Myles Garrett, Micah Parsons and the rest, the competition for the league’s top pass-rusher is fierce.