University of Miami edge rusher Ahkeem Mesidor.

There are lots of physical monsters at edge rush in the 2026 draft class.

So what does the big board at edge rush look like in the draft wing of JoeBucsFan.com world headquarters?

That area is manned by JoeBucsFan.com draft guru Sean Sullivan, who proved to be a man among draft boys a year ago.

In order, Sullivan has his edge players ranked as follows: (Sullivan bases his reads on film and nothing else.)

David Bailey, Texas Tech, 6-4, 250 pounds — Absolute man among boys — 41 percent of pass rushes resulted in pressure. Compares to Giants edge rusher Brian Burns.

Rueben Bain, Miami, 6-2, 263 pounds — Screw the short arms. He’s powerful and versatile with elite leverage, heavy hands, pro-ready, high motor. He’s everywhere all the time. Can also play the run.

Arvell Reese, Ohio State, 6-4, 243 pounds — Freak athlete, hybrid player, sideline-to-sideline speed, as well.  More projection than production. Micah Parsons comparisons are understandable.

Akheem Mesidor, Miami, 6-3, 260 pounds — Elite pass rushing grades, superior hand placement. NFL-ready, impact ready. “If he’s there when the Bucs draft, you gotta draft him. You cannot pass on him. He’s too important of a player. I think he’s too important to the Bucs. Mesidor is a guy that they’ve got to have their eyes on. He’s that good. He’s my choice for the Bucs in the first round. He’s that good. I love everything about him, he can play the run. Todd Bowles will be happy, but he can also get to the passer.”  Sullivan compares Mesidor to Cameron Jordan.

Gabe Jacas, Illinois, 6-4, 260 pounds — Lean but very strong. 12 sacks and 15 tackles for loss last season. Wrestling background. Strong against the run. High ceiling. George Karlaftis comparison.

Sullivan’s full look at edge rushers is in the March 13 episode of the Best In Class podcast below.

That’s right. Sullivan has not tweaked his edge rusher board in 5+ weeks and stands behind his film assessments. Joe confirmed this during the company pickleball tournament this afternoon.