Ranking the top 10 edge defenders in the NFL going into 2020

As the NFL becomes a more pass-heavy league, edge defenders have become increasingly important.

9. DeMarcus Lawrence

DeMarcus Lawrence
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Lawrence somehow dropping as low as No. 9 speaks to just how deep this group of 10 is. His numbers took a dip in 2019, as Lawrence managed just five sacks and 16 quarterback hits, down from 10.5 and 23 the previous year. However, a lot of that was due to the double team attention Lawrence received. Dallas loaded up its defensive line this offseason, which should open up things for him again.