The 2024 NFL Draft presents an exciting quarterback class full of notable names. It is led by USC’s Caleb Williams, the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner and dynamic dual-threat quarterback.
At the top of the class, Williams is followed by Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., who would have been the best pass-catcher in the 2023 NFL Draft. Now as a draft-eligible junior, he’s the crown jewel for any team in need of help at the position.
Here are the top edge defenders in the class.
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1. ED DALLAS TURNER, ALABAMA
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 16
Although he can continue to improve as a run defender and a tackler, Turner is a first-round type of edge rusher with high-ceiling pass-rush traits who can contribute in year one with a bright future ahead.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
2. ED JARED VERSE, FLORIDA STATE
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 17
Verse doesn’t have the longest arms, and that shows up in some pass-rush counters and in tackling, but he brings his hard hat and lunch pail to every snap, wins with strength regularly and is built like a first-rounder.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
3. ED LAIATU LATU, UCLA
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 20
Overall, though somewhat limited athletically, his home is in the offensive backfield due to his hand usage and pass-rush moves that will continue to win at the NFL level.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
4. ED CHRIS BRASWELL, ALABAMA
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 37
Even if he doesn’t become a pass-rush technician, his power, speed and length present a rotational role as a floor and an impact starter ceiling.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
5. ED CHOP ROBINSON, PENN STATE
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 43
Regardless of his lack of polish, Robinson is a gifted player athletically — likely on a level that is top of the class. A lot of what leaves you wanting more from Robinson is coachable. Unlocking that is the key for him to go from a boom-or-bust athlete to a dominant edge defender.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
6. ED DARIUS ROBINSON, MISSOURI
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 44
Robinson is a powerful lineman who can line up anywhere from zero- to a seven-technique. He won’t win with speed much at the next level, but he certainly can with power. His strength profile projects to a rotational role as a floor with starting potential if he can continue to hone in on his pass-rush plans.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
7. ED ADISA ISAAC, PENN STATE
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 50
If he can pack some extra pounds for added strength and anchor ability while remaining adequately explosive, he has the handwork and pass-rush profile to be an NFL starter.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
8. ED JONAH ELLISS, UTAH
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 53
In order for him to remain a difference maker like he was in 2023, he will have to get stronger. If he can add weight but remain as quick and flexible, he can be an impactful pass-rusher.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
9. ED MARSHAWN KNEELAND, WESTERN MICHIGAN
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 58
Overall, his competition wasn’t the best, but he absolutely dominated it, especially in 2023. NFL teams will love his passion for physicality. He has the body, explosiveness and mentality of an NFL contributor.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
10. ED BRALEN TRICE, WASHINGTON
PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 69
This is a powerful edge player who will never shy away from the contact trench play demands. You might have to align him a bit wider to unlock his disruption potential, but he is NFL caliber and should be picked in the top 50.
Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
