The 2025 NFL Combine is underway, and the edge rusher group is generating significant buzz. Here are 11 standout performers who have caught the attention of scouts and coaches:
– _James Pearce Jr._, Tennessee edge rusher, wowed with a 4.47-second 40-yard dash at 245 pounds, highlighting his speed and agility
– _Shemar Stewart_, Texas A&M edge rusher, impressed with a 40-inch vertical jump, 10-foot-11 broad jump, and an excellent 4.59-second 40-yard dash
– _Landon Jackson_, Arkansas edge rusher, recorded a 40.5-inch vertical jump, showcasing his explosiveness
– _Donovan Ezeiruaku_, Boston College edge rusher, had the fastest three-cone drill time of 6.94 seconds, highlighting his agility
– _Ty Robinson_, Nebraska defensive tackle, ran a 4.83-second 40-yard dash, demonstrating his speed
– _Jared Harrison-Hunte_, SMU defensive tackle, and _Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins_, Georgia defensive tackle, both posted a 1.69-second 10-yard split, showcasing their quickness
– _Kain Medrano_, UCLA linebacker, posted the fastest 40-yard dash time among linebackers with a 4.46-second sprint
– _Smael Mondon Jr._, Georgia linebacker, showed off his athleticism with a 10-foot-10 broad jump and a 1.52-second 10-yard split
– _Eugene Asante_, Auburn linebacker, matched Mondon Jr.’s 1.52-second 10-yard split, demonstrating his quickness and agility
– _Carson Schwesinger_, UCLA linebacker, impressed with a 39.5-inch vertical jump, highlighting his explosiveness
These edge rushers have made a strong impression at the 2025 NFL Combine, showcasing their speed, agility, and explosiveness. As the draft approaches, they’ll be looking to build on their momentum and secure their spots in the NFL.