2017 NFL Draft Positional Rankings: Final Defensive Rankings

Oct 15, 2015; Stanford, CA, USA; Stanford Cardinal defensive tackle Solomon Thomas (90) celebrates after a tackle in the second quarter against the UCLA Bruins in a NCAA football game at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Edge

Myles Garrett is the best prospect in the 2017 NFL Draft and it isn’t even close. He has the traits needed to quickly become a double-digit sack artist. This is a special athlete who knows how to work his way into the backfield.

The talk about an inconsistent motor is overblown as this is a kid who does play hard. He isn’t just a one-dimensional player in that he will play the run with integrity.

Solomon Thomas is an explosive athlete with the ability to disrupt the timing of the offense. He’s a unique prospect who doesn’t fit the bill of a traditional defensive end, but more of a versatile player who can work inside and out.

There’s a lot of depth and upside among the edge rushing group. Takk McKinley is one of my favorite prospects and someone who should have an immediate impact. Mid-round picks like Tarell Basham, Derek Rivers and Josh Carraway could develop into big-time playmakers.

1. Myles Garrett, Texas A&M

2. Solomon Thomas, Stanford

3. Takkarist McKinley, UCLA