Prospect Primer: James Pearce Jr., Edge, Tennessee

Seen as an instant-impact pass-rush specialist whose frame can fill out.

Caught 21 TD passes over three seasons, while also posting four rushing scores and one punt return for a TD.

Hadn't allowed a sack in 152 pass-blocking snaps in 2024 prior to the knee injury.

High IQ player who lined up as nickel/slot, boundary corner and safety for the Longhorns.

Can line up from any receiving position and make an impact.

Best in off or zone coverage with his eyes on the quarterback.

Was the anchor on the nation's No. 1 defense against the run.

An aggressive mauler in a run-heavy scheme at NDSU.

One of the nation's most productive pass rushers last season.

Ability to make plays against the run, as a pass rusher, and in coverage make him an attractive defensive centerpiece.

Praised for his route running, also is a gifted baseball athlete and produced in the return game for the Buckeyes.

Uses his long arms and strength to disrupt routes and battle on contested passes.

Viewed as a high-ceiling prospect for a team willing to be patient with his development.

Speed, separation and contested-catch ability are among best traits.

Considered one of the top five offensive tackles in this draft.

Set career highs across the board last year in tackles, TFLs, INTs and PBUs.

A high-upside prospect seen as having all the physical tools.

Brawler with a nasty streak is awfully athletic, too

Versatile defender, dynamic punt returner could have multiple roles

Posted 18 sacks last two seasons at Florida State after transfer from Albany

Speedster caught 26 TD passes in 39 career games

Two-time first-team All-ACC pick projects as interior lineman in NFL

Improved his 40 time from combine to pro day

2023 Big Ten defensive player of the year played in 45 games with 37 starts over four seasons

Started just eight college games at RT but has high upside