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Seven Edge Rushers Projected as First-Round Picks in 2026 Draft

4/5/2026

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Seven edge rusher prospects are expected to be first-round picks in the 2026 NFL draft.
The SackSEER projection system shows David Bailey from Texas Tech leading with 26.6 sacks through Year 5.
Keldric Faulk from Auburn is projected to have 23.5 sacks.
Arvell Reese from Ohio State is projected at 23.0 sacks.
Analysts note the challenges of projecting performance from college statistics and workouts.

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Story summary

Seven edge rusher prospects are expected to be first-round picks in the 2026 NFL draft.
The SackSEER projection system shows David Bailey from Texas Tech leading with 26.6 sacks through Year 5.
Keldric Faulk from Auburn is projected to have 23.5 sacks.
Arvell Reese from Ohio State is projected at 23.0 sacks.
Analysts note the challenges of projecting performance from college statistics and workouts.