The NFL draft starts in Mobile, and even with the Eagles preparing to face the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII, all eyes this week will be on Alabama, for the 2023 Reese’s Senior Bowl.
Philadelphia has one of the NFL’s defensive lines, but Fletcher Cox, Brandon Graham, Ndamukong Suh, Linval Joseph, Robert Quinn, and Javon Hargrave can all be free agents after the Super Bowl.
With 18+ Eagles set to hit unrestricted free agency, Howie Roseman could look to upgrade the defensive line via the NFL Draft.
With kickoff from Mobile just 24 hours away, here are ten defensive linemen to watch at the Senior Bowl on Saturday.
1
Isaiah Foskey
Isaiah Foskey💪☘️
— PFF College (@PFF_College) January 31, 2023
2
Keeanu Benton, Wisconsin
Just as “Jump Around” blasts through the speakers, #Wisconsin DT Keeanu Benton claims another victim, ripping through Oluwatimi.
Entered the week as one of the best defensive prospects here and he hasn’t disappointed.
— Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) January 31, 2023
3
Andre Carter II, Army
Carter is a physical marvel at 6-foot-7 and 260 pounds.
At the next level, he’ll need to improve his burst off the edge and show that he can be a force against the run.
Andre Carter II vs Ryan Hayes pic.twitter.com/pwhCC3miwP
— Cam Mellor (@CamMellor) January 31, 2023
4
Georgia Tech, DE, Keion White
Keion White is POWERFUL pic.twitter.com/Og9jFsIXqq
— Cam Mellor (@CamMellor) February 1, 2023
5
Iowa State, DE Will McDonald IV
McDonald plays with a lot of explosions and he’s bulked up his 6-foot-3 and 241-pound frame.
McDonald has been the best pure pass rusher in Mobile with his combination of speed and the ability to bend at the top of his rush.
Will McDonald IV gets the pressure/sack against Wright pic.twitter.com/Lt5bvYJZiL
— Billy M (@BillyM_91) February 1, 2023
6
DJ Dale, DT, Alabama
DJ Dale bull rush #SeniorBowl pic.twitter.com/BhrPt86bUV
— Tyler Browning (@DiabeticTyler) February 1, 2023
7
Karl Brooks, DT, Bowling Green
Brooks played defensive end in college, but he played defensive tackle during Senior Bowl practices.
Brooks looked explosive as a pass rusher.
Hands from Bowling Green's Karl Brooks! hand swipe to hand swipe to keep his frame clean. Electric rep. pic.twitter.com/1caQqrO1Z8
— Cory (@realcorykinnan) February 1, 2023
8
Derick Hall, Auburn
The Auburn pass rusher has all the tools and big-game experience to join an already-loaded rotation.
Derick Hall, Edge, Auburn had a great weigh in but also backed it up on the field #SeniorBowl #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/oAVw4pxRhQ
— Owain Jones (@Owain_Jones_) February 1, 2023
9
KJ Henry, Clemson
Henry started all 14 games, logging 59 tackles, including nine stops for loss. He also broke up six passes and led the team with 24 quarterback pressures – the most by a Clemson player since Clelin Ferrell’s 24 in 2016.
Henry was a first-team All-ACC selection by the Associated Press and would fit the Eagles’ pressure scheme.
Need Edge talent outside the 1st?
KJ Henry #Clemson 6’4 255
Former 5 star recruit
Can play play the run/rush the passer well. Heavy Hands.Spoke to 1 scout who thinks the gap between Murphy+ Henry is less than most think
Check him out @ Senior Bowlpic.twitter.com/Mf7I42gTcR
— Jared Tokarz (@JaredNFLDraft) January 31, 2023
10
Cameron Young, Mississippi State
He’s no Fletcher Cox, but the Bulldogs’ defensive tackle has the talent to continue the tradition.
Young appeared and started in all 13 games in 2022, finishing with 37 tackles including 3.0 tackles for loss and 1.0 sacks
Mississippi State DT Cameron Young working against Alabama IOL Emil Ekiyor. #seniorbowl pic.twitter.com/NEc0m6QTJS
— Giants.future (@future_giants) February 1, 2023
11
Byron Young, Tenn Vols
SEC leaders in pressures/game in 2022:
1. Byron Young, Tennessee (4.80)
2. BJ Ojulari, LSU (4.75)
t3. Will Anderson, Alabama (4.33)
t3. Derick Hall, Auburn (4.33)With his athletic twitch and motor, Young continues to rise. 📈📈📈 pic.twitter.com/avPY3np5Ze
— Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) October 12, 2022
