NFL Third-Round DE with Breakout 2024 Sack Surge and Elite Speed
Jordan Burch is no longer a college athlete—he’s a 24-year-old Arizona Cardinals defensive end (now listed as linebacker) selected in the 3rd round (No. 78) of the 2025 NFL Draft. His differentiator is explosive speed: a 4.67-second 40-yard dash at 279 lbs, paired with a career-high 8.5 sacks in 2024—more than his first four college seasons combined. Over two Oregon seasons, he posted 11.5 sacks and 19 tackles for loss, showing elite burst and intensity. While he played DE at Oregon, the Cardinals are developing him as a hybrid LB/DE, valuing his versatility and relentless motor. If you need a fast, high-upside pass rusher with NFL readiness and a breakout trajectory, Burch is a strong fit.
