2027 NFL Draft Defensive Line Rankings & Scouting Reports
Top DL Prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft
The 2027 NFL Draft defensive line class features 5 potential first-round talents. Our rankings combine film analysis, advanced metrics, and team fit projections, updated weekly throughout the college season. Click any prospect below to see their full scouting report with strengths, weaknesses, NFL player comparison, and combine measurables.
Top 28 DL Prospects for 2027 NFL Draft
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David Stone - Oklahoma
Overall Rank: #11 | Position Rank: DL1
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
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A'Mauri Washington - Oregon
Overall Rank: #14 | Position Rank: DL2
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
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Will Echoles - Ole Miss
Overall Rank: #25 | Position Rank: DL3
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
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Ahmad Moten Sr - Miami
Overall Rank: #28 | Position Rank: DL4
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
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AJ Holmes Jr - Texas Tech
Overall Rank: #30 | Position Rank: DL5
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
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Justin Scott - Miami
Overall Rank: #83 | Position Rank: DL6
Projected: 3rd Round
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Jayden Jackson - Oklahoma
Overall Rank: #91 | Position Rank: DL7
Projected: 3rd Round
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Francis Brewu - Notre Dame
Overall Rank: #101 | Position Rank: DL8
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Ezra Christensen - Colorado
Overall Rank: #105 | Position Rank: DL9
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Bear Alexander - Oregon
Overall Rank: #108 | Position Rank: DL10
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Mario Landino - Indiana
Overall Rank: #118 | Position Rank: DL11
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Mateen Ibirogba - Texas Tech
Overall Rank: #126 | Position Rank: DL12
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Taylor Wein - Oklahoma
Overall Rank: #137 | Position Rank: DL13
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Tyrique Tucker - Indiana
Overall Rank: #138 | Position Rank: DL14
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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CJ Fite - Arizona State
Overall Rank: #152 | Position Rank: DL15
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Maraad Watson - Texas
Overall Rank: #159 | Position Rank: DL16
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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James Smith - Ohio State
Overall Rank: #172 | Position Rank: DL17
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Dominick McKinley - LSU
Overall Rank: #182 | Position Rank: DL18
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Hero Kanu - Texas
Overall Rank: #231 | Position Rank: DL19
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Cody Sigler - Auburn
Overall Rank: #256 | Position Rank: DL20
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Will Whitson - Mississippi State
Overall Rank: #257 | Position Rank: DL21
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Emmanuel Oyebadejo - Florida
Overall Rank: #263 | Position Rank: DL22
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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DJ Hicks - Texas A&M
Overall Rank: #266 | Position Rank: DL23
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Kemari Copeland - Virginia Tech
Overall Rank: #279 | Position Rank: DL24
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Tavion Gadson - Kentucky
Overall Rank: #296 | Position Rank: DL25
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Keanu Tanuvasa - BYU
Overall Rank: #298 | Position Rank: DL26
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Jordan Hall - Georgia
Overall Rank: #299 | Position Rank: DL27
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Kelby Collins - South Carolina
Overall Rank: #301 | Position Rank: DL28
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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2027 Defensive Line Class Analysis
Interior defensive line depth is strong with 5 first-round caliber prospects. David Stone headlines a class of disruptive interior presences who can collapse the pocket and stuff the run.
Defensive Line-Needy Teams for 2026
Teams projected to target defensive lines early include: Los Angeles Rams, Seattle Seahawks, Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers. Each team's draft position and specific roster construction will determine the best fit for top prospects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the #1 DL in the 2027 NFL Draft?
David Stone from Oklahoma is currently the consensus #1 defensive line prospect, ranking #11 overall in our big board.
How many DLs will go in the first round in 2026?
Projections suggest 5 defensive lines could be selected in the first round, depending on team needs and draft position.
What makes the 2027 DL class special?
The 2027 defensive line class offers exceptional depth with 5 potential first-rounders and strong developmental prospects in the middle rounds.
Related Draft Resources
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