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David Bailey
EDGETexas Tech#4 OverallComp: Maxx Crosby
Height: 6-3Weight: 255 lbs40-yard: 4.51s
93/ 100
Scout Grade
Led the FBS in pressure rate (20.2%) and tied for the national lead with 14.5 sacks in 2025. His relentless motor drew universal praise at the Senior Bowl and combine.
Strengths
- ✓Elite first step and variety of pass-rush moves
- ✓Relentless motor -- best effort player in the class
- ✓Consistently disruptive vs elite competition
Concerns
- ⚠Pass-rush friendly scheme at Texas Tech
- ⚠Needs to improve vs the run to be every-down player
Best Draft Fits
New York Jets (#2) -- ranked 31st in sacks
Arizona Cardinals (#3) -- tied for 3rd fewest sacks
New York Giants (#5) -- needs pass rush help
A Maxx Crosby-type -- wins with tenacity, technique and relentlessness.
2025 Season
2025: 14.5 sacks (tied FBS lead), 20.2% pressure rate (FBS best), 22 TFLs.