7 takeaways from the top DL, edge rusher, LB performances at NFL Combine

Thursday marked the first day of on-field events and second day of prospect press conferences at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine. Defensive linemen and linebackers worked out, while defensive backs stepped up to the podiums. Here are the biggest things we learned from the day’s events.

Defensive linemen and linebackers worked out, while defensive backs met the media.

Former Penn State pass rusher Chop Robinson put the league on notice. At the same time, Texas A&M linebacker Edgerrin Cooper could allow Baltimore to quickly replace Patrick Queen in the first or second round.

With Day 2 scheduled for Friday, here are the top takeaways from the performance of the defensive linemen, edge rushers, and linebackers.