pass rusher
Americannoun
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It was no secret the Chargers were searching for a pass rusher in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night — and they found one.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
The Washington Commanders took pass rusher Sonny Styles with the seventh pick.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs: Rueben Bain Jr., Edge, Miami — If the Chiefs don’t take a receiver, they would be perfectly happy with a do-it-all pass rusher.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
The team is also projected to trade or release its top pass rusher, Bradley Chubb, for another $24 million.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026
Given the upheaval, it's likely that Denver's formidable defense led by defensive player of the year Pat Surtain II and top pass rusher Nik Bonitto will be key.
From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026
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