2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Ohio State EDGE Jack Sawyer

The 2025 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and we've got you covered with in-depth scouting reports on all of the top prospects at every position in this year's class.

Here's everything you need to know about Ohio State edge defender Jack Sawyer:

Vitals

Height: 6-5

Weight: 260

Age: 22

Strengths

Sawyer is a complete player who does everything at a high level. He’s got ideal size for an NFL edge defender, and he puts that frame to good use as both a run-stuffer and a pass rusher. He’s effective at setting his base and using his size to set a strong edge and shed blockers on his way to the ball-carrier, and he’s a polished technician who uses his hands well when it’s time to get to the quarterback. A high-effort player with a nonstop motor, Sawyer is the kind of leader who rallies the entire defense with his presence, and sets a high standard with his own play, making big plays in clutch moments that impact games in a massive way.

Weaknesses

Though he’s effective at winning with power and technique as a pass rusher, Sawyer doesn’t have the first-step explosiveness or elite straight-line burst of other edge defenders in this class. He’s not the most twitchy or acrobatic rusher, and can struggle with bend if forced to take the long way around the arc. His lack of top-shelf athleticism and lateral fluidity make it challenging for him to match offensive skill players in space, likely limiting his scheme versatility at the next level. 

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Final Analysis

Sawyer is a tough, well-rounded trench player who is likely limited to a 4-3 defense due to his lack of elite athleticism and speed, but he’s got the three-down skill set to carve out a long and successful career in that kind of role. His intangibles as a leader on the field and in the locker room will be valuable to any NFL team, and though his physical tools limit his upside, his knack for making big plays in key moments should make him a highly productive pro.

GRADE: 2nd Round