Texas Edge Rock with NFL-Ready Size and a Bounce-Back 2025
Ethan Burke, a 6'6", 267-pound edge defender for the Texas Longhorns, is a **differentiator** due to his rare **NFL-ready size** and **elite run-stuffing instincts**, having played 52 games with 18 starts and ranking as a top run defender in the defensive front seven [2][3]. In his 2025 senior season, he led the team with **5.5 sacks**, added 41 tackles (21 solo), 9 tackles for loss, and forced 1 fumble, signaling a strong **bounce-back year** after a statistically down 2024 [3][4][6]. Known for his **intensity** and **consistent play** over four years, Burke missed the Citrus Bowl last season but earned Honorable Mention All-Big 12 honors in 2023 [3]. Though excluded from the 2026 NFL Combine and some mock drafts, he signed as an **undrafted free agent** with the Baltimore Ravens in April 2026 on a $3.12M deal, proving he's a **high-fit, low-risk prospect** for teams needing a physical, versatile defender [2][3].
