experienced Stanford edge setter with steady production
Franklin is a high-floor, fifth-year Stanford DE who has been a durable, multi-year starter, capped by starts in all 12 games in 2025 and 45 career starts.[1] His production is modest but consistent—he has shown he can stack tackles, create occasional backfield disruption, and contribute both as a pass rusher and run defender, with his 2023 season (3.0 sacks, 5.5 TFL) standing out as his most disruptive year.[1][2][3] At 6'3”, 285, he profiles as a sturdy, assignment-sound edge piece rather than a flash athlete; EA’s ratings back that up with strong marks in strength, awareness, tackle, and block-shedding.[7] He looks like a fit for teams valuing reliability, physicality, and mature technique over pure splash-play upside.[1][7]
