Dylan Stewart, EDGE, South Carolina: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
Dylan Stewart, EDGE, South Carolina
1. General Information
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Name |
Dylan Stewart |
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Position |
Edge Rusher (EDGE) |
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Number |
6 |
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Class |
Junior |
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School |
South Carolina |
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Height / Weight |
6’5″ / 245 lbs |
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Hometown / HS |
Washington, D.C. / Friendship Collegiate Academy |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
Defensive Performance & Pass Rush Production
2024 Season (13 Games): 17 Tackles, 8.5 TFL, 6.5 Sacks, 3 Forced Fumbles
2025 Season (11 Games): 33 Tackles, 12.0 TFL, 4.5 Sacks, 2 Forced Fumbles
Career Total (24 Games): 50 Tackles, 20.5 TFL, 11.0 Sacks, 5 Forced Fumbles
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected metrics for the 2027 NFL Draft cycle
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.52 – 4.62s
- Vertical Jump: 36.0″ – 38.0″
- Broad Jump: 10’4″ – 10’8″
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.22 – 4.34s
- 3-Cone Drill: 6.95 – 7.10s
4. Scouting & Transfer Notes
Background Profile
Stewart arrived in Columbia as one of the most celebrated defensive signees in program history, carrying a pristine five-star consensus billing out of Friendship Collegiate Academy in Washington, D.C. He immediately verified that elite pedigree as a true freshman in 2024, terrorizing SEC tackles out of the gate to log 6.5 sacks and force 3 fumbles in situational work.
As a true sophomore in 2025, Stewart expanded his blueprint into a focal piece of the Gamecocks’ frontline defense. Pacing the squad with 12 tackles for loss while disrupting pockets for 4.5 sacks and eight additional quarterback hurries, he solidified his reputation as an elite premium pass rusher. Heading into the 2026 season as a true junior, Stewart is widely viewed as a premier first-round bookend talent for the 2027 draft cycle.
Key Strengths
- Elite Finesse & Power Flexibility: Possesses rare ankle flexion and natural bend to dip cleanly beneath a tackle’s extension block without losing linear momentum or speed.
- High-Frequency Ball Stripping: Displays high-tier instincts when closing in on the pocket architecture, weaponizing violent chopping mechanics that led to 5 forced fumbles across his first two seasons.
- Advanced SEC Production Scale: Put together highly disruptive tape from the moment he set foot on campus, generating 20.5 tackles for loss in a premium conference layout by age 20.
- Prototypical Outer Geometry: Possesses standard modern frame length at 6’5″ and 245 pounds, complete with an expansive spatial wingspan that expands his total tackling radius.
Developmental Focus
While Stewart arguably has the most hyper-athletic outside ceiling in the 2027 class, pro evaluators will closely watch his 2026 tape to see him continue to add physical mass to his 245-pound frame. Adding lower-body anchor density will help him hold his ground more consistently when standard run-game architectures aim to wash him out of his gap on direct interior power concepts.
Scouts also want to track his down-by-down block-shedding efficiency when isolated against heavy, length-oriented offensive tackles who manage to land initial punches into his chest cavity.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
9/19/26 (Mississippi State) 1 TCK (1 solo), 1 TFL, 2 QBH: Did not start and was on a limited rep count, but was impactful on his limited snaps
10/10/26 (at Florida) 5 tackles (4 solos), 1 sack, 2 FF | Stewart started the game after he served a one-game suspension against Kentucky. He showed off his maddening skill level early. Stewart beat the right tackle easily and forced a fumble. He later forced another fumble after chasing down a scrambling Florida QB.
10/25/25 (Alabama) 1 TCK (1 solo), 1 QB Hit, 1 Hurry: High-motor defender with a full pass arsenal off the edge. Lacks hip fluidity when dropped into coverage.
All-Star Game Notes
2026 Shriners Children’s East-West Bowl 1000
2027 Senior Bowl 300
Combine/Pro Day Measurables
*pending*