Derrick Moore
Michigan
Scouting Report

Power-first edge rusher who collapses pockets with a relentless bull rush and the functional strength to walk tackles into the quarterback's lap. Moore's speed-to-power conversion is among the best in this class, and his Senior Bowl week confirmed it translates against legitimate competition — he ragdolled tackles and tight ends alike in Mobile. The limitations are real, though: limited bend, stiff hips, a narrow rush repertoire, and an inconsistent motor against the run that got him pulled in key situations at Michigan. He's a Day 1 contributor as a designated pass rusher in a rotation, and if he develops a reliable counter move, he could grow into a quality full-time starter — but at 24, the developmental clock is ticking.

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Pro ComparisonYaya Diaby

Zierlein's official NFL.com comp. Similar physical profile — good size, length, power-based rush approach with speed-to-power conversion as the calling card. Both project as high-effort pass rushers who need to add finesse to become complete three-down players. Moore's floor is a high-energy rotational rusher who brings obvious pass-rush juice.

Trait Grades
🚀 Pass Rush
88
🧱 Run Defense
75
⚡ First Step
77
🔥 Motor
83
College Production (2025)
TFL
10
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