2017 NFL Draft Big Board: Here are your top-10 edge prospects

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Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Myles Garrett (15) in action during the game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /

Edge Defender Rankings: Top-10 Grades

1. Myles Garrett, Texas A&M (6-5, 270) — Film Grade: 92.5

Quick Take: Three standout seasons at Texas A&M with good pass rush production doesn’t even quite do Garrett’s game justice. You have to watch Garrett’s tape to fully appreciate how he impacts games.

While he may not always show up in the box score every week, he is certainly a true difference maker on the field. Against Alabama this past season, he repeatedly beat his man, got in the backfield, and was disruptive at the line of scrimmage.

Even when Garrett doesn’t make the play, he redirects runs or flushes the quarterback out of the pocket, while taking on double and triple teams. Garrett is strong, lengthy, and explosive off the edge. He moves smoothly in space, and he possesses tremendous closing speed.

He also shows an array of pass rush moves, winning on the edge with speed, power, and strong hand technique. He should get drafted in the first few picks.

Traits: 1. Athletic Ability (9/10) 2. Play Speed (4.5/5) 3. Mental Processing (4/5) 4. Play Strength (9/10) 5. Impact (10/10) 6. Run Defense (9/10) 7. Pass Rush (15/15) 8. Hands/Length (10/10) 9. Explosiveness (10/10) 10. Coverage (3/5) 11. Motor/Pursuit (9/10)

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