2026 NFL Draft rankings: David Bailey tops list of best Edge prospects

The hits just keep on coming. It might as well be the story of every NFL quarterback's life, especially in this era. The pass-rushers are faster, stronger and in great supply, especially if you look at the class coming out of the 2026 NFL Draft .

Texas Tech's David Bailey is the valedictorian of the group, although Ohio State's Arvell Reese might soon transfer to the edge at the next level. For now, it is Bailey's class with some solid talent right behind him. Miami's Reuben Bain Jr.

could easily be the best of the bunch, but arm length concerns are what hold him back – at least right now. Of course, arm length experts were right about the New England Patriots' Will Campbell when it mattered most so Bain's status will be one to watch as the picks roll in. The edge group is one that might lack the show-stopping, headline-grabbing talent like a Myles Garrett , but it remains solid nonetheless.

After all, no draft pick is ever a finished product from the start. That doesn't mean to start fitting them for a gold jacket, but it also doesn't mean you have to write up a pink slip either. Considered the top position group in this year's draft, here's a look at the top edge prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, as ranked by USA TODAY Sports' Ayrton Ostly .