Still Curtain
FanSided

2021 NFL Draft: Breaking down the top three edge rushers

By Ryan Pawloski

Aug 31, 2019; Nashville, TN, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Azeez Ojulari (13) celebrates with teammates after a sack during the second half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Vanderbilt Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 31, 2019; Nashville, TN, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Azeez Ojulari (13) celebrates with teammates after a sack during the second half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Vanderbilt Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports /
facebooktwitterreddit
Prev
3 of 3
Next
Steelers
Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman Kwity Paye (19). Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /

Kwity Paye, Michigan

Kwity Paye has one of the coolest names in the draft and the best part is he is the best player to back up that name. This player out of Michigan is the best edge rusher in the group as his true athletic ability might be one of the best across the board. Paye is more of a true prospect as he is not the most polished player in the draft and the shortened season did not do him any favors. He showed nice promise in the short playing time that he got this past year and that growth gives NFL teams hope for his future. His abilities to continue his growth going forward will be huge for this player in the NFL. He is the size that most across the league look for in edge defenders and that will also keep him high on draft boards.

Because of the Covid pandemic and the shortened season, this player was not able to have a breakout year. The potential was there before the season was shortened and he did not have much time to show what he could provide. During his playing time, he was able to show how dominant he really could be on a poor year for the Wolverines. If he had a full season and played at the level he was, then this prospect could’ve been a top ten selection.

4 reasons Steelers picking up Terrell Edmunds’ option is a no-brainer. light. Related Story

The draft will be here before you know it. Getting to know some of these top three lists are important as they could very well be joining your favorite team in the near future.

Home/Steelers Draft