Scariest NFL defenders to block in 2025: Ranking the top five right now

Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns leads the NFL's most effective pass rushers, boasting a combination of size, strength, and agility that allows him to dominate on the field. Garrett has achieved first-team All-Pro honors in four of the last five seasons and has accumulated 112.5 career sacks. Micah Parsons of the Green Bay Packers ranks second, known for his explosive play style and leading the league in quarterback pressures. Aidan Hutchinson of the Detroit Lions, ranked third, recently signed a four-year extension and remains a formidable force despite a past leg injury. Jeffery Simmons of the Tennessee Titans and Dexter Lawrence of the New York Giants are also noted for their impactful performances, with Simmons contributing significantly despite the Titans' poor record and Lawrence commanding constant double teams.

The Denver Broncos, currently 6-2, have built a formidable defense, leading the league in sacks with a total of 36. Their defense is strategically composed of players like Patrick Surtain II and Jahdae Barr