Top Edge Rusher Prospects Heading Into 2026

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the season right around the corner, we take a look at the top edge rushers in the Natural State. Most, if not all, of these prospects will be playing on Saturdays in 2026. Here are ten edge rushers to watch. (No Particular Order/Not All).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2072206"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5bb47fdd3c2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2072206' first='Mac' last='Kimbrow'] is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. Kimbrow is a high-motor edge rusher who would bring competition to the camp. He's fluid and controlled off the snap, showcasing his ability to pressure the quarterback and stretch the pocket. Keep an eye on him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MacKimbrow/status/2069575729000423820?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/MacKimbrow/status/2069575729000423820?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2198360"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5bb47fdd417"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2198360' first='Mario' last='Lewis'] exploded onto the scene this off-season. Lewis displays good quickness off the snap, getting into his swim and showcasing his ability to win around the arc.&nbsp;His hand usage and ability to attack the body are impressive. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MarioLewis_/status/2069093622767550767?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/MarioLewis_/status/2069093622767550767?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2159807"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5bb47fdd451"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2159807' first='Lawrence' last='Wagner'] is going to open up some eyes this fall. He brings power and physicality off the edge. He displays the ability to win speed-to-power and straight bull rushes. Wagner showcases his stoutness and his ability to effectively contain the edge. He's a prospect to watch throughout 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/LawrenceWagner0/status/2069200453561102653?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/LawrenceWagner0/status/2069200453561102653?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1669851"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5bb47fdd487"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1669851' first='Samuel' last='Nelson'] is the top edge rusher in Arkansas and is currently an Oklahoma commit. As mentioned before, he's a high motor player, demonstrating his ability to chase down ball carriers. Nelson is adept at containing the edge. He forces plays into traffic with a good one-arm extension. He also maintains very good lateral movement along the line of scrimmage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/SamNFootBall/status/2077566373140525180?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/SamNFootBall/status/2077566373140525180?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2122078"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5bb47fdd4bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2122078' first='Jesyn' last='Russell'] is another top edge rusher to add to the recruiting board. He's a high motor prospect who can chase down the line with solid foot speed and lateral quickness. Russell's length and quickness are factors when creating leverage and shedding blocks at the point of attack. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JesynRussell/status/2048834592317026407?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JesynRussell/status/2048834592317026407?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">MORE TOP EDGE RUSHERS:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2027 [player_tooltip player_id='1331362' first='Ducy' last='James'] - Sylvan Hills</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2027 [player_tooltip player_id='1620708' first='Kam' last='Sims'] - Conway</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2027 [player_tooltip player_id='2111463' first='Jacquez' last='Suggs'] - Bryant</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2027 [player_tooltip player_id='1635561' first='Matthew' last='Moka'] - Joe T. Robinson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2028 [player_tooltip player_id='1284687' first='Elijah' last='Branch'] - Conway</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->