Best Defensive Line Groups in the NFL

A strong defensive line will likely lead to a strong defense as a whole. As complicated as pro football can be, the basic concept of getting into the backfield quickly will always remain. Let us take a look at some of the current top defensive lines in the league as of now.

1. Seattle Seahawks- Last year this unit proved to be an extremely outstanding group, which helped make the secondary look all the better (Richard Sherman would probably say he could do just as well with a horrible defensive line, but then again that is just how he is). Then they added pass rushing specialist Cliff Avril alongside underrated Red Bryant ,that will cause problems. Bruce Irvin  ended up being a good gamble to take after all and had a good rookie season. After that there is a lot of experience on this line and tons of depth. They help make the Seahawks a threat.

2. Miami Dolphins- It was hard for anyone to really take this team seriously last year with the kinds of receivers they were working with on offense, but the defense for Miami has been there. Cameron Wake is a monster that will have a strong season next year barring injury. Incoming freshman Dion Jordan is an interesting prospect that could make this group elite. Tons of depth on the roster that will surely help in the upcoming season.

3. San Francisco 49´ers- This unit is all formed mostly around Justin Smith because he is a monster. The reality though is that he is only getting older, which will hurt their defense a little. The addition of Glenn Dorsey will help, but he didn´t do anything impressive in Kansas City. It is a strong group though that is getting old, but I think as a whole this group will be able to do enough to compete easily in the playoffs next year. They will need to address defensive line in the draft next year though to keep that trend going.

4. Detroit Lions- The loss of Avril may hurt, but this is still a very tough unit. Detroit has invested many draft picks over the years on defensive linemen and so far it has been a good investment. Nick Fairley and Ndamukong Suh will cause chaos in the interior of opponents offenses. The addition of Ezekiel Ansah was meant to help the run defense after it struggled last year. In order for Detroit to win though this unit has to step up every Sunday. 

5. San Diego Chargers- It is really sad just how much this group gets overlooked by how bad the offensive line was last year. However, this unit boast some upcoming stars that will dominate. Corey Liuget and Kendall Reyes are going to shine next year and do damage. Cam Thomas is going to be interesting to watch because he is either a boom or bust player. Dwight Freeney may be getting older, but his veteran presence on this young line will do wonders in my opinion. This is a unit to keep a watch on.