The Top Five Defensive Players Taken in the Draft

Mina Kimes is joined by The Athletic’s Diante Lee to break down the defensive prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft. First they talk some news: The 49ers are reportedly fielding trade calls for Trey Lance (2:00), the Texans could possibly pass on a QB with the No. 2 pick (9:55), and the Jalen Hurts extension (17:30).

Then they talk defensive prospects starting with edge rushers: Will Anderson (27:40), Tyree Wilson (35:00), Lukas Van Ness, Nolan Smith and Myles Murphy (43:30), Will McDonald, Keion White and BJ Ojulari (58:55).

Then defensive tackles: Jalen Carter (1:03:55), Calijah Kancey (1:15:05) and Bryan Bresee (1:21:50).

And finally cornerbacks (1:22:40) and safeties (1:51:45).

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