Will Anderson Jr., EDGE, Alabama. Ranked #1 overall on the 2023 consensus board (Round 1 projection); Houston drafted him in Round 1, pick 3.
Player Production
Career USAGEHow often this player was on the field compared to others at the position. Listed as USG below
★ All‑Pro · † Pro Bowl
81STARTER
| Yr | Team | W-L | SACK | TFL | QBH | SNP% | USG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| '23 | HOU | 10-7 | 7 | 10 | 22 | 63% | †80 |
| '24 | HOU | 10-7 | 11 | 16 | 19 | 64% | 80 |
| '25 | HOU | 12-5 | 12 | 20 | 23 | 67% | ★†83 |
| Rookie Contract | — | 30 | 46 | 64 | 65% | 81 | |
| Career | — | 30 | 46 | 64 | 65% | 81 | |
Size & Length
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Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All EDGE in the 2023 draft class.
Better
Context
Height
6'3 ½"
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Frame profile.
Weight
253 lbs
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Body mass profile.
Arm Length
33.875"
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Length profile.
Hand Size
9.875"
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Grip profile.
Athletic Profile
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Value
Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All EDGE in the 2023 draft class.
Better
Context
Speed & Explosion
40 Yard Dash
4.6 sec.
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Speed over distance.
Vertical Jump
N/A
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Broad Jump
N/A
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Agility
10 Yard Split
N/A
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Initial burst.
3 Cone
N/A
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Agility and change of direction.
Short Shuttle
N/A
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Flexibility, burst, and balance.
Strength
Bench Press
N/A
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Upper-body strength.
CHALKTALK
Selected 3rd overall, Will Anderson Jr. has validated his Round 1 draft investment — ranking among the top 100% of EDGEs from the 2023 draft class.