Player comparison

Anto Saka

Dean Kindig

Anto Saka, a redshirt sophomore from Northwestern, has quickly established himself as a standout EDGE rusher in the Big 10. With the #3 highest PFF grade among Big 10 EDGE players and a pressure rate of 12.7%, Saka's impact on the field is undeniable. He is one of only three Big Ten players since 2000 to achieve over 100 tackles, 5.0+ sacks, and 3+ interceptions in a single season. Despite participating in fewer than 300 defensive snaps and an unfinished masterpiece with his pass rush plan, he demonstrates extraordinary explosiveness, bend, and speed. As he continues to develop, Saka's potential to dominate at the collegiate level and beyond appears promising. Bobby: "No. 2 in the Big Ten in pass rush win rate last season (20.1%) "

Jordan Ross

Dean Kindig

Coming off Nov 2025 Undisclosed INJ/Transfer from Tennessee. The standout edge defender at Tennessee was locker-room teammates with Buffalo's rookie wide receiver Skyler Bell before Bell entered the NFL. Joins the Tigers after 2 years at Tennessee where he developed into a vital part of the Vols' defense as a sophomore in 2025. Former 5-star edge rusher from Vestavia Hills (Ala.) High School. Rated as the nation's No. 1 edge rusher for the Class of 2024. Appeared in 22 games (no starts) in his 2 seasons at Tennessee. Earned Freshman All-SEC honors in 2024. Blocked a punt and returned it 49 yards for a touchdown in his collegiate debut against Tennessee-Chattanooga. Capped 2 seasons in Knoxville with 26 tackles, 5.0 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. Had career-best 6 tackles in final game at Tennessee against Illinois in the 2025 Music City Bowl. Earned SEC Academic Honor Roll status in 2024. SOPHOMORE SEASON (2025 at Tennessee): Played in 11 games with no starts, but was in the rotation at edge rusher for the Vols. @AndyyNFL: "Good speed-to-power, needs to show more production in a bigger sample size but the tools are there."