A Defensive Anchor Emerges
David Stone, a standout defensive tackle for the Oklahoma Sooners, has been placed at No. 31 in the national rankings released by Pro Football Focus for the 2026 season.
The senior’s blend of size, athleticism and raw power has made him a disruptive force in the middle of the Sooners’ front line, where he led the team in pass‑rush snaps during the 2025 campaign.
His impact was reflected in the statistics: he tied for third among SEC defensive tackles in pressures generated and posted a 13.0 % run‑stop rate, ranking second among all FBS defensive tackles.
Stone also finished fourth on the team in total pressures and third in Pro Football Focus’ stops metric, underscoring his consistency.
The Sooners, aiming to return to the College Football Playoff for the second straight year, rely heavily on Stone’s ability to collapse pockets and disrupt opposing run plays.
NFL Prospects
Analysts project Stone as a first‑round selection in the 2027 NFL Draft, a testament to his rising stock and the disruptive presence he brings to college football’s most competitive defensive lines.