Pair of Cowboys land in the top 20 of Bleacher Report's latest defensive linemen rankings

Ahead of the 2026 season, Bleacher Report’s NFL scouting staff released its defensive lineman rankings on Wednesday, and the Dallas Cowboys were well represented near the top. Quinnen Williams was named the No. 1 defensive lineman in the league, while teammate Kenny Clark came in at No. 19, giving Dallas a pair in the top 20.Williams topped the list as a member of the highest tier: “Pro Bowl Caliber.” Despite recording a career-low 2.5 sacks last season, Williams is still an elite disruptor both against the run and on passing downs, with Bleacher Report’s scouts pointing to his “strength, motor, and active hands” in particular. First-year defensive coordinator Christian Parker will lean heavily on the former All-Pro’s athleticism and talent as he anchors the Cowboys' defensive front in 202