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Jeffery Simmons named NFL's top interior defensive lineman for 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 5:22 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Jeffery Simmons named NFL's top interior defensive lineman for 2026

Summary

Tennessee Titans defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons has been recognized as the NFL's top interior defensive lineman, according to an AP panel vote. Simmons garnered four first-place votes, totaling 53 points, surpassing Chris Jones of the Kansas City Chiefs and Quinnen Williams of the Dallas Cowboys. This accolade adds to Simmons' impressive resume, highlighted by a career-high 11 sacks in the 2025 season. The recognition reflects his consistent performance and significance to the Titans since being drafted in 2019. Simmons aims to build on this success as the Titans approach the 2026 season.

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By the Numbers

•Simmons received four first-place votes in the AP panel ranking.
•He finished with a total of 53 points, leading the interior defensive lineman category.
•Simmons achieved a career-high 11 sacks during the 2025 season.
•He has been a key contributor to the Titans since being drafted in 2019.
•Simmons' performance continues to garner media attention this offseason.

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5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Titans DL Jeffery Simmons Receives Major Offseason Honor

What they're saying

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The list of accolades and recognition for standout Tennessee Titans defender Jeffery Simmons has only continued to grow ahead of the 2026 season, and there’s a new headliner for that. Over the weekend, Simmons earned major recognition as he was voted the NFL’s top interior defensive lineman by an eight-person AP panel. The panel ranked […] The post Titans DL Jeffery Simmons Receives Major Offseason Honor appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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