The Arizona Cardinals have added some defensive linemen to their roster this offseason but it doesn’t feel like they have adequately replaced both J.J. Watt, who retired, and Zach Allen, who signed a big contract with the Denver Broncos in free agency.
So the defensive line will be a position that should be a point of emphasis in the 2023 NFL draft.
Who are the best interior defenders in the draft?
Touchdown Wire’s Doug Farrar gives us his top eight. Check them out below but make sure to read his full post with a complete breakdown of each player.
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1. Jalen Carter, Georgia
2. Calijah Kancey, Pitt
3. Bryan Bresee, Clemson
4. Siaki Ika, Baylor
5. Mazi Smith, Michigan
6. Keeanu Benton, Wisconsin
7. Jaquelin Roy, LSU
8. Gervon Dexter Sr., Florida
