Cowboys' Quinnen Williams, Kenny Clark ranked among top 20 defensive linemen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:48 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Bleacher Report released its defensive lineman rankings ahead of the 2026 NFL season, featuring Dallas Cowboys' Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark. Williams earned the top spot, classified as 'Pro Bowl Caliber,' despite a career-low in sacks last season. Clark ranked 19th as a 'Critical Roster Piece,' noted for his versatility across the defensive line. The Cowboys have heavily invested in their interior defensive line, acquiring both players in significant trades over the past year. The team will look to improve its defensive performance following a poor season in 2025 and aim for a postseason return in 2026, opening the season against the New York Giants on September 13.
- •Quinnen Williams is ranked as the No. 1 defensive lineman.
- •Kenny Clark ranked 19th in Bleacher Report's latest assessment.
- •Williams and Clark were acquired through key trades in 2025.
- •The Cowboys aim for postseason return after a 2025 season ranked poorly defensively.
- •Dallas opens the 2026 season on September 13 against the Giants.
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — 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.”
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