The Buckeyes added James Smith and John Walker while Eddrick Houston remains one of the defense's highest upside players, but Will Smith Jr. may be quietly positioned for the biggest role of his Ohio State career.

The Longhorns' defense could be scary in 2027 after another blue chip commitment.

Tim Keenan III was drafted by the Rams in the seventh round as a developmental piece on the defensive line. Here is a look at his path to the roster, his role on special teams, and what to expect from him in 2026.

Alabama football wants a dominant defense. It's what the Crimson Tide is building in 2026, starting with a veteran-heavy defensive backfield and a returning star pass rusher. But Alabama's defensive success may come down to its defensive line and how much,

The Oregon Ducks will give USC and the rest of the Big Ten fits in the trenches on defense. The Trojans' offensive line will need to bring its A-game

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As Ohio State neared the end of its first of four one-day recruiting camps, a clearer image of the plan for future defensive lines may have shifted into focus. During one-on-one drills,

By some standards, the Atlanta Falcons defensive line is undersized without a true nose guard on the team. Coach Nate Ollie addressed those concerns at OTAs.

The Chicago Bears came into the offseason with a weak defensive line, but ex-Vikings DT James Lynch may still miss out on making the roster.