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49ers eye EDGE depth and interior rush after Day 1 Combine showings
sports15 hours ago

49ers eye EDGE depth and interior rush after Day 1 Combine showings

San Francisco is focused on adding EDGE and interior defensive line help as it rebuilds its roster, with Day 1 of the NFL Combine highlighting three DL/DL-prospect standouts. Malachi Lawrence (UCF) led the EDGE group with elite athleticism (86), a 1.59 ten-yard split, a 4.52 40, and impressive jumping metrics. T.J. Parker (Clemson) posted solid numbers, including a 1.61 ten-yard split and a 4.68 40, along with strong overall athleticism. Zane Durant (Penn State) topped the DT group with an athleticism score of 89 and a 1.66 ten-yard split, plus notable vertical and broad jumps, though arm length and strength concerns linger. Durant’s performance could push him into later-round consideration for San Francisco as they weighing DL options.

via Niners Nation|
#49ers#athletic-testing#defensive-tackle
Jets land mammoth DT Sweat to shore up run defense
sports1 day ago

Jets land mammoth DT Sweat to shore up run defense

The Jets traded Jermaine Johnson to the Titans for defensive tackle T'Vondre Sweat, an early-second-round pick from Texas. Sweat is a 366-pound run-stuffer who has posted strong run-defense grades (rookie 75.0, 2025 79.3) and solid pass-rush numbers (2025 grade 74.1) while boasting superb tackling (career 4.4% missed-tackle rate). After starting 28 of 29 games for Tennessee and increasingly playing nose tackle in 2025, he should anchor the Jets' 3-4 middle, upgrading run defense and offering more pass rush than New York's prior interior options. The trade is viewed as a potential steal given Sweat's size, film, and versatility.

via Jets X-Factor|
#defensive-tackle#jets#nfl
Chiefs Eye Three Free-Agent DT Options to Shore Up Interior
sports5 days ago

Chiefs Eye Three Free-Agent DT Options to Shore Up Interior

With free agency approaching, the Kansas City Chiefs want to bolster their interior defensive line after a disappointing 2025 season. They’re reportedly targeting three unrestricted free agents—Roy Lopez, John Franklin-Myers, and Tim Settle—each offering different fits and price points: Lopez as a plug-and-play one-tech with a projected $6.5M/year, Franklin-Myers as a veteran interior rusher around $8M/year, and Settle as a more affordable option near $4M/year. The move is viewed as filling gaps for 1–2 seasons rather than providing a long-term solution as the team continues to develop younger talent.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#chiefs#defensive-tackle#interior-defensive-line
Bills bring Ed Oliver back from IR for pivotal playoff showdown
sports1 month ago

Bills bring Ed Oliver back from IR for pivotal playoff showdown

The Bills activated defensive tackle Ed Oliver from injured reserve for their divisional-round matchup with the Denver Broncos, returning after a Week 8 injury absence (biceps and knee). Oliver’s three-game 2025 stint featured a 20.8% pressure rate, and his presence could boost Buffalo’s pass rush while allowing DaQuan Jones to resume his 1-technique role and enabling healthier rotations among the Bills’ defensive line.

via The New York Times|
#buffalo-bills#defensive-tackle#ed-oliver
Steelers bolster defense with signings from Chiefs and Lions
sports3 months ago

Steelers bolster defense with signings from Chiefs and Lions

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed defensive tackle Brodric Martin from the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad, following two practice squad moves by the Chiefs involving Malik Herring and Jimmy Holiday. Martin, a 26-year-old former third-round pick, was waived by the Lions and briefly played for the Chiefs, and now must stay on the Steelers' active roster for at least three weeks.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#chiefs#defensive-tackle#nfl-moves
Cowboys and Jets Make Key Trades: Draft Picks and Player Moves
sports3 months ago

Cowboys and Jets Make Key Trades: Draft Picks and Player Moves

The Dallas Cowboys acquired star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams from the Jets in a significant trade involving multiple draft picks, aiming to bolster their defense and contend in the short term, while the Jets are rebuilding with a focus on acquiring draft assets for a future franchise quarterback. The trade received a B+ grade for the Cowboys and an A for the Jets, reflecting strategic moves by both teams amid their respective rebuilding and contending efforts.

via Sports Illustrated|
#cowboys#defensive-tackle#jets
Cowboys finalize trade for DT Quinnen Williams from Jets
sports3 months ago

Cowboys finalize trade for DT Quinnen Williams from Jets

The Dallas Cowboys are finalizing a trade to acquire Pro Bowl DT Quinnen Williams from the New York Jets, sending a 2026 second-round pick, a 2027 first-round pick, and DT Mazi Smith in return. Williams, under contract through 2027, will bolster Dallas's defensive line, reuniting with former coach Aaron Whitecotton. The Jets will receive the better of Dallas's two 2027 first-round picks. This move follows another recent Cowboys trade for LB Logan Wilson, as owner Jerry Jones emphasizes strategic moves without overextending.

via Dallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys|
#cowboys#defensive-tackle#nfl
Chiefs officially re-sign Mike Pennel
sports4 months ago

Chiefs officially re-sign Mike Pennel

The Kansas City Chiefs have officially re-signed defensive tackle Mike Pennel, releasing Malik Herring to make room on the roster. Pennel, 34, was previously released before the season and had a brief stint with the Cincinnati Bengals. The Chiefs traded for Derrick Nnadi, leading to Pennel's release, but he has now rejoined the team, bringing experience from four Super Bowl appearances.

via Arrowhead Pride|
#chiefs#defensive-tackle#mike-pennel