Cardinals Rough Draft: EDGE Derrick Moore

Q: Who is Derrick Moore and what position does he play?

Derrick Moore is an EDGE rusher who played for the Michigan Wolverines.

Q: What pick are the Arizona Cardinals expected to use for Derrick Moore?

The Arizona Cardinals are expected to use their 65th pick in the draft to select Derrick Moore.

Q: Why do the Arizona Cardinals need an EDGE rusher?

The Cardinals need an EDGE rusher to strengthen their defense, particularly to complement Josh Sweat on the opposite side.

COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 22, 2025: Derrick Moore #8 of the Michigan Wolverines rushes against Alan Herron #71 of the Maryland Terrapins during the second half at SECU Stadium on November 22, 2025 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Chris Bernacchi/Diamond Images via Getty Images) | Diamond Images/Getty Images

The Arizona Cardinals could use another stud at the opposite side of Josh Sweat. What would occur if both sides exploded off the snap?

As you look at Arizona’s “shopping list” compared to what will be available in Round 3, it is extremely possible the Cardinals take an EDGE rusher at pick #65 to satisfy that need in one of the best value ranges for the position.

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An underrated part of Moore’s game is his ability to finish plays, including his “wrap-up” and overall tackling. Moore rarely gets uncoordinated to blow by the quarterback or fail to finish the play with mediocre ankle tackles.

EDGE Derrick Moore

Draft projection: Round 3

Cardinals pick: #65

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Specifics:

College: Michigan

Height: 6’-4”

Weight: 255 pounds

40-time: 4.65

Career Tackles: 95

Career Forced Fumbles: 3

Career Sacks: 21

Interceptions: 0

**Career Tackles for Loss:**24.5

Career Pass Defenses: 8

Career games: 53

Accolades: National Champion, First Team All-Big 10, Senior Bowl invitee

Positives:

Exceptional bull rush
Good burst off the line
Fluid speed-to-power conversion
Outstanding overall athleticism
Solid production
Good pad level
10 sacks senior year
Wraps up and good tackler
Continuous leg drive
Great Senior Bowl week

Negatives:

Run defense needs work
Struggles to disengage blockers
Doesn’t set the edge consistently
Rush moves are less predictable
Tackling technique needs work
Counter moves underdeveloped
Needs to play with more urgency

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Black & Teal

Moore had 10.0 sacks for the Wolverines in a productive senior campaign, and his experience in college would translate well. Moore is a seamless evaluation as a 7-technique in a four-man front who understands his pass-rushing ability at a fundamental level. He won’t blow anyone away with his first step, bend, or agility, but he maximizes his athletic tools with great hand placement to bull rush, and he’s got sneaky counters and slips off of that core principle. Shows a willingness to let teammates handle the cleanup after a passable job setting the edge.