What does the SackSEER model say about the top edge rushers in the 2026 NFL draft?

Aaron SchatzApr 5, 2026, 06:00 AM ET

CloseAaron Schatz is an NFL analyst for ESPN.com. He has more than 20 years of experience working in NFL analytics and is the creator of the DVOA and DYAR metric. He also serves as the Chief Analytics Officer at FTN Network.Open Extended Reactions

The 2026 NFL draft is a good one for edge rushers, with seven players projected to go in the first round. Our SackSEER projection system — which predicts sack totals across a player’s first five pro seasons — agrees with the consensus on many of this year’s top prospects. We also identify

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