In what’s regarded as one of the deepest defensive line classes in the last decade, not everyone is convinced by the strength of the group. In Bob McGinn’s annual series speaking with NFL scouts and personnel, the league has mixed feelings about the top of the class.
Michigan’s Mason Graham took the stop spot and remains the consensus No. 1 lineman in the class. From there, the field widens. Ole Miss’ Walter Nolen grabbed second place, though even those who like him admit there’s risk.
“Tremendous athlete. He’s a little full of bullshit but extremely talented. Quick and strong,” one scout said in Ty Dunne’s Go Long Substack newsletter.
