According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler (subscription), Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner is currently ranked as the NFL’s 8th best defensive tackle per an annual league survey that is conducted among league executives, coaches, and scouts alike:
8. DeForest Buckner, Indianapolis Colts
Highest ranking: 2 | Lowest ranking: Unranked
Age: 30 | Last year’s ranking: 7
Buckner is a model of consistency, registering at least seven sacks every year since 2018.
His 52 sacks during that span rank near the top among interior rushers.