"Bailey led the FBS with 14.5 sacks last season, and he's clearly the SackSEER favorite for 2026. He's the only prospect in this year's draft who combines excellent collegiate sack production with outstanding workouts, with a 4.50-second 40-yard dash, a 35-inch vertical and a 10-foot-9 broad jump."
"Faulk is the heaviest edge rusher in this year's class at 278 pounds. A 35-inch vertical is impressive for a player carrying his weight, as was the 4.67-second 40 he ran at his pro day."
The 2026 NFL draft is notable for its depth in edge rushers, with seven players projected to be first-round picks. The SackSEER projection system predicts sack totals for players over their first five seasons, indicating that while no prospect is expected to exceed six sacks per season, some may achieve double-digit totals. The removal of three-cone drill times from evaluations reflects declining participation. Bailey stands out with 14.5 collegiate sacks and impressive workout metrics, while Faulk is the heaviest prospect with notable athleticism.
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