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Standouts from the Edge Rusher Category
Cosell’s assessments of edge rushers included Abdul Carter from Penn State and the promising Green. While Carter has the build and explosiveness reminiscent of elite athletes, Cosell pointed out the importance of power elements in their game. He made a salient observation that NFL edge rushers must be able to blend speed with power to be truly effective.
A unique narrative emerged around Carter, who transitioned from linebacker to edge rusher at Penn State, proving versatile in multiple roles, much like Micah Parsons with the Cowboys. Although Carter showed immense potential, further development in his power could help him reach his full potential.