2010 Nfl Best Players of All Time

The 2010 NFL season was an exciting one for football fans around the world. The regular season began with a matchup between the 2009 Super Bowl champions, New Orleans Saints, and Minnesota Vikings on Thursday Night Football. Throughout the year teams battled it out to make their way into playoffs and eventually compete in Super Bowl XLV at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas. With thrilling finishes throughout the regular season and post-season play, this was truly a memorable year that will be remembered by all who witnessed it.

1. Andre Johnson

Houston Texans

Career

• 2× First-team All-Pro (2008, 2009)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2006, 2012)
• 7× Pro Bowl (2004, 2006, 2008–2010, 2012, 2013)
• 2× NFL receptions leader (2006, 2008)
• 2× NFL receiving yards leader (2008, 2009)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2003)
• Houston Texans Ring of Honor
• BCS national champion (2001)
• Texas Sports Hall of Fame
• Houston Sports Hall of Fame

Andre Johnson is a six-foot-three-inch wide receiver who has played for the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, and Tennessee Titans in his NFL career. Andre Johnson was drafted by the Houston Texans with the first pick of the 2003 NFL Draft.

He spent seven seasons with them before joining the Indianapolis Colts in 2015. In 2016 he signed with the Tennessee Titans, where he currently plays. Andre Johnson is one of only two players to total over 15,000 yards receiving in their careers (the other being Jerry Rice).

He also won a Super Bowl ring during his time with the Texans in 2013. Andre Johnson has been recognized as one of football's most talented receivers and is widely considered to be one of its all-time greats; this opinion is shared by many fans and experts alike. 

Andre Johnson married Chandra Wilson on October 21st, 2012 - they have two children together: daughter Kensie (2013) and son Ace (2015).

Andre Johnson is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time NFL receptions leader. Andre Johnson was drafted by the Houston Texans in 2003 and spent his entire 11-year career with them, making him one of the longest-tenured players in team history. 

Andre Johnson was an All-American at Texas A&M and led the SEC in receiving yards as a junior before being selected fourth overall by Houston in the 2003 draft.

In 2006, he set new marks for receptions (1,549) and receiving yards (16,848) en route to becoming only the second player ever to lead both categories in a single season; Randy Moss had previously done so twice (2002–03). 

Andre Johnson won his first Super Bowl ring with the Texans during their run to victory over Seattle Seahawks in the 2012 championship game; this made him just one win from tying Jerry Rice’s record for most professional championships won by any player at any position throughout NFL history.

2. Philip Rivers

Los Angeles Chargers

Career

• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2013)
• 8× Pro Bowl (2006, 2009–2011, 2013, 2016–2018)
• NFL passing yards leader (2010)
• NFL passing touchdowns co-leader (2008)
• NFL passer rating leader (2008)
• NFL completion percentage leader (2013)
• San Diego Chargers 50th Anniversary Team
• ACC Athlete of the Year (2004)
• ACC Player of the Year (2003)
• ACC Offensive Player of the Year (2003)
• ACC Rookie of the Year (2000)
• First-team All-ACC (2003)
• Second-team All-ACC (2002)
• NC State Wolfpack Jersey No. 17 retired

Rivers was drafted by the Chargers in the first round of the 2004 NFL Draft. Rivers has spent his entire career with the Chargers, starting all but one game since he joined them in 2004.

Rivers led San Diego to a division championship and an appearance in the playoffs in 2006, before becoming a Super Bowl Champion with Los Angeles in 2017. 

In 2018, Rivers signed a contract extension with the Chargers that will keep him on their roster through 2023.

While never having reached superstar status, Rivers is consistently among the league leaders in passing yards and touchdowns over his 14-year career. 

He holds several franchise records at San Diego, including the most touchdown passes (305), most completions (3,717), and most consecutive games with at least two touchdowns passed (41).

A three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection, Philip Rivers is considered one of greatest quarterbacks ever to play professional football Rivers was drafted in the first round (No.

 4 overall) by the San Diego Chargers in 2004 and has been one of the most successful quarterbacks in NFL history, leading his teams to a total of 47 playoff appearances, including 11 with the Chargers.

Rivers is a three-time Pro Bowl selection (2006–2008), two-time league MVP (2009–2011), and four-time passing yards leader. He holds several franchise records, including the most touchdown passes in a season (55 in 2013). 

On January 8th, 2019, Philip Rivers announced his retirement from professional football after 18 seasons as an NFL quarterback with the Bolts, tying Brett Favre for second all-time behind Peyton Manning on career touchdown passes (.575).

3. Julius Peppers

Carolina Panthers

Career

• NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2002)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (2004, 2006, 2010)
• 3× Second-team All-Pro (2008, 2009, 2012)
• 9× Pro Bowl (2004–2006, 2008–2012, 2015)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2002)
• 100 greatest Bears of All-Time
• Chuck Bednarik Award (2001)
• Lombardi Award (2001)
• Bill Willis Trophy (2001)
• Unanimous All-American (2001)
• 2× First-team All-ACC (2000, 2001)
• North Carolina Tar Heels Jersey No. 49 honored
• North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame (2021)

Julius Peppers is a two-time First-team All-Pro and three-time Second Team All-Pro defensive end who played for the Carolina Panthers from 2002 to 2009, Chicago Bears from 2010 to 2013, Green Bay Packers from 2014 to 2016 and again with the Carolina Panthers in 2017.

He was born on January 18th, 1980 in Wilson, North Carolina U.S., stands at 6'7" inches tall, and weighs 295 lbs which makes him one of the biggest players in the NFL today. 

Julius has had an accomplished career as a player both on offense and defense accumulating 9 Pro Bowls along with 3 Defensive Rookie of The Year Awards (2002).

His standout years came during his time playing for Carolina where he helped lead them to their first-ever Super Bowl appearance against the Denver Broncos in 2006 but they were defeated 42–10 by Peyton Manning's team that season. 

After leaving Carolina following their Superbowl lossPeppers joined Chicago where he teamed up with future Hall Of Famers Brian Urlacher and Urlacher's former teammate. Tom Brady to form one of the most fearsome defenses in NFL history before departing. 

Julius Peppers was a dominant defensive player in the NFL for many years. He is best known for his sacks and pass deflections, but he also made an impact on defense as a whole. 

Julius Peppers has been nominated for several awards over the years, including two Pro Bowls and one Lombardi Award. Julius Peppers retired from the NFL in 2017 after playing with the Carolina Panthers for 14 seasons.

4. Darrelle Revis

New York Jets

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLIX)
• 4× First-team All-Pro (2009–2011, 2014)
• 7× Pro Bowl (2008–2011, 2013–2015)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2007)
• NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• New York Jets Ring of Honor
• 2× First-team All-Big East (2005, 2006)

Darrelle Revis is a cornerback who spent his entire career with the New York Jets. He was drafted 14th in 2007 and became one of the most dominant cornerbacks in the NFL.

In 2012, he signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and had some great seasons there before signing with the Patriots in 2014. He joined the Jets again for two more years before retiring at the end of the 2016 season.

Darrelle Revis is a cornerback who has spent his entire 10-year career with the New England Patriots. He was drafted in 2009 and quickly became one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL. 

In 2014, he helped lead the Patriots to their fifth Super Bowl victory, becoming just the second player ever (after Charles Woodson) to win multiple Super Bowls as a member of one team.

Revis has been named First Team All-Pro seven times and Second Team All-Pro twice. He also won two Pro Bowl MVP Awards (2013, 2015). 

After spending three seasons with the Jets, Revis signed with the Chiefs this offseason and is looking to help them make another run at an NFL Championship title.

5. DeMarcus Ware

Dallas Cowboys

Career

• Super Bowl champion (50)
• 4× First-team All-Pro (2007–2009, 2011)
• 3× Second-team All-Pro (2006, 2010, 2012)
• 9× Pro Bowl (2006–2012, 2014, 2015)
• 2× NFL sacks leader (2008, 2010)
• 2× Butkus Award (pro) (2008, 2011)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• 2× All-Sun Belt (2003, 2004)
• Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year (2003)

Ware is a veteran player who has played in the NFL for 10 years. Ware was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 2005 and spent four seasons with them before moving to Denver in 2014.

In his ten-year career, Ware has accumulated over 1,000 tackles and 50 sacks. He is known for being an aggressive linebacker who can generate a lot of pressure on opposing quarterbacks.

DeMarcus Ware is a three-time Second Team All-Pro and Super Bowl champion. He was the NFL sacks leader for two seasons and led the league in that category for four consecutive years. DeMarcus Ware is also a Butkus Award winner, as well as an all-decade player of the 2000s.

In 2017, he signed with the Denver Broncos on a one-year contract worth $17 million dollars before retiring at the season's end due to an injury.

6. Jamaal Charles

Kansas City Chiefs

Career

• 2× First-team All-Pro (2010, 2013)
• Second-team All-Pro (2012)
• 4× Pro Bowl (2010, 2012–2014)
• NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2013)
• BCS national champion (2005)
• Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year (2005)
• First-team All-Big 12 (2007)
• Second-team All-Big 12 (2005)

Jamaal Charles is a three-time Pro Bowler and 2008 NFL Draft selection by the Kansas City Chiefs. After playing college football at Texas, Charles was drafted in the third round of the 2008 NFL Draft.

He spent eight years with the Chiefs before signing with Denver Broncos in 2017. Charles rushed for over 10,000 yards and scored 50 touchdowns during his career with both Kansas City and Denver. In 2018, he signed with Jacksonville Jaguars as a free agent.

Jamaal Charles is a five-time Pro Bowler and two-time First Team All-Pro. He was the 2005 BCS National Champion as a freshman at Baylor University before being drafted in the third round of the 2007 NFL Draft by the Kansas City Chiefs. 

Charles has also been named to multiple All-Pro teams and holds several rushing records, including the most yards gained in a career (7,563) and most touchdowns scored (44).

In 2014 he became one of only six players in league history with 3,000 rushing yards and 300 receiving yards in a season when he registered 2,593 total yards for Kansas City en route to his fourth Pro Bowl nomination. 

On January 18th 2017 Jamaal Charles announced his retirement from professional football after 11 seasons of playing professionally.

7. Chris Johnson

Tennessee Titans

Career

• NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2009)
• First-team All-Pro (2009)
• 3× Pro Bowl (2008–2010)
• NFL rushing yards leader (2009)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2008)
• 2× First-team All-C-USA (2006, 2007)
• C-USA Special Teams POY (2007)

Johnson was a running back for the Tennessee Titans from 2008 to 2013. Johnson had an impressive NFL career, rushing for 14,053 yards and 89 touchdowns in 128 games.

In 2014, Johnson signed with the New York Jets and played there until 2015 when he was traded to the Arizona Cardinals. 

In 2017, Johnson retired after playing one final season with the Cardinals' rival team, the Los Angeles Rams He is one of the most accomplished running backs in NFL history and has been a three-time Pro Bowler.

He burst onto the scene as a rookie with 2,509 yards from scrimmage on his way to becoming the NFL's rushing leader that season. 

Johnson continued to be among the league's top rushers over the next few seasons before succumbing to injuries in 2010. 

Since then he has bounced back, signing with Tennessee Titans this past off-season and looking poised for another productive year at age 30.

8. James Harrison

Pittsburgh Steelers

Career

• Pittsburgh Steelers (2002–2003)*
• Baltimore Ravens (2003–2004)*
• →Rhein Fire (2004)
• Pittsburgh Steelers (2004–2012)
• Cincinnati Bengals (2013)
• Pittsburgh Steelers (2014–2017)
• New England Patriots (2017)

James Harrison is a four-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro linebacker with the Pittsburgh Steelers. In 2012, Harrison retired from the NFL after 13 seasons with the Steelers.

Harrison was born in 1978 in Akron, Ohio, and attended Coventry High School before playing college football at Kent State University.

After being undrafted out of college, Harrison signed as a free agent with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2002 and made an immediate impact on their defense as a starter for three seasons (2002–2004).

The 2004 season saw Harrison record 124 tackles and 5 sacks while helping lead the Steelers to their first Super Bowl victory since 1990; they would go on to win another championship in 2005 but lost in 2006 to the Carolina Panthers due to missed penalties by James during key moments of games 4 & 8. 

Following his stellar performances with Pittsburgh, he signed a six-year $43 million contract extension with them that paid him $10 million per year through 2013; however, upon announcing his retirement at age 38, it was revealed that he had sustained multiple injuries including tears to both.

Achilles tendon which forced him into early retirement; these injuries notwithstanding, he remains one of only 3 players ever to have played 11 seasons for 1 team (the others are Joe Greene & Deacon Jones ).

Harrison has also been involved in several philanthropic endeavors notably serving as Chairman/CEO of My Cause My Cleats, an organization dedicated to providing shoes and clothing donations to underprivileged children throughout North America. 

On September 24th, 2017, following years of speculation about whether or not he would return for another season or retire once again undefeated (with 14 career pro bowl appearances ), James announced his intention 2 play one final season for Cincinnati Bengals whereupon he won his fifth consecutive. 

Pro Bowl MVP award becoming just the 6 player overall (& 3rd linebacker) 2 receive this distinction James Harrison is a two-time Super Bowl champion and one of the most decorated defensive players in NFL history. 

He was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2008 and 2010, as well as First-team All-Pro both years.

In 2007, he was Second-team All-Pro and led the league with 34 forced fumbles. Harrison has also been a prolific sack artist, recording 84½ sacks over his career - second all-time behind Reggie White's 95½ sacks. 

He played for five different teams during his 14 seasons in the NFL: Pittsburgh (2008–2014), Cincinnati (2015) New England (2017).

9. Ed Reed

Baltimore Ravens

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLVII)
• NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2004)
• 5× First-team All-Pro (2004, 2006–2008, 2010)
• 3× Second-team All-Pro (2003, 2009, 2011)
• 9× Pro Bowl (2003, 2004, 2006–2012)
• 3× NFL interceptions leader (2004, 2008, 2010)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2002)
• Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor
• BCS national champion (2001)
• Co-Big East Defensive Player of the Year (2001)
• 2× Consensus All-American (2000, 2001)

Ed Reed is a former NFL player and current head coach of Bethune–Cookman. Reed helped the Baltimore Ravens win their fourth Super Bowl title in 2012, and was voted as the league's defensive MVP that year.

He has also been named to five first-team All-Pro teams, including 2004, 2006–2008, 2010. In 2003, he became just the third cornerback ever to record an interception return for a touchdown in consecutive games (joining Rod Woodson and Ty Law).

After retiring from playing football in 2012, Ed served as Houston Texans' assistant defensive backs coach until 2016 when Buffalo Bills hired him as their new head coach.

His inaugural season ended with a disappointing 5-11 record but he has since rebuilt the team and led them to back-to-back playoff appearances in 2018 and 2019 so far.

Ed Reed is a three-time all-pro and 9-time pro bowler. He was the leader of the Baltimore Ravens defense during their 2001 championship season. Reed also holds NFL records for most interceptions in a career (64) and in postseason play.

After retiring from football, he began working as an analyst on NFL Network's pregame coverage. In 2018, Ed Reed was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame class along with former teammate Ray Lewis.

10. Brandon Lloyd

San Francisco 49ers

Career

• High school: Blue Springs, (Blue Springs, Missouri)
• College: Illinois
• NFL Draft: 2003 / Round: 4 / Pick: 124
• San Francisco 49ers (2003–2005), Washington Redskins (2006–2007), Chicago Bears (2008), Denver Broncos (2009–2011), St. Louis Rams (2011), New England Patriots (2012), San Francisco 49ers (2014)
• Second-team All-Pro (2010), Pro Bowl (2010), NFL receiving yards leader (2010), 2× Second-team All-Big Ten (2001, 2002)
• Receptions: 399, Receiving yards: 5,989, Receiving touchdowns: 36
• Receptions: 399
• Receiving yards: 5,989
• Receiving touchdowns: 36

Lloyd was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 2003 and spent four seasons with the team. He played for Washington Redskins from 2006 to 2007 before playing for Chicago Bears from 2008 to 2012.

Lloyd signed with New England Patriots in 2013 but left after one season due to personal reasons. In 2014, he joined the Kansas City Chiefs as a free agent and retired at the end of that year. Brandon Lloyd is a former NFL player who played for the Denver Broncos, St.

Louis Rams and New England Patriots from 2009 to 2011. Brandon Lloyd was selected to play in the Pro Bowl in 2010 and also led the league in receiving yards that season. 

After leaving the NFL, Lloyd signed with the San Francisco 49ers as a free agent in 2014 where he continued playing until his retirement at the end of 2016.

Also Played For: 2008 chicago bears season

11. Donovan McNabb

Philadelphia Eagles

Career

• 6× Pro Bowl (2000–2004, 2009)
• Philadelphia Eagles 75th anniversary team
• Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame
• Philadelphia Eagles No. 5 retired
• 3× Big East Offensive Player of the Year (1996–1998)
• Big East Rookie of the Year (1995)
• 4× First-team All-Big East (1995-1998)
• Syracuse Football All-Century Team
• Syracuse Orange No. 5 retired

Donovan McNabb is a former NFL quarterback. Donovan McNabb played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Redskins in his career. Donovan McNabb was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1999 and played with them until 2009.

After leaving Philadelphia, Donovan McNabb signed with the Washington Redskins and played there from 2010-2011 before retiring from football. Donovan McNabbs accolades include winning.

Two Super Bowls (2001, 2005) as well as being named to five Pro Bowls during his career Donovan McNabb is a two-time Super Bowl champion and three-time Pro Bowler.

Donovan McNabb was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1999 and spent his entire career with the team. Donovan McNabb led the Philadelphia Eagles to their first championship in 2004, and he also played a major role in their second title win in 2009. 

Donovan McNabbs success as an NFL quarterback has been largely due to his ability to make plays downfield with his arm or legs, which has made him one of the most dangerous quarterbacks in history.

After retiring from professional football, Donovan McNabb embarked on a successful television career as an analyst for various networks including ESPN and Fox Sports.

12. Joe Thomas

Cleveland Browns

Career

• 6× First-team All-Pro (2009–2011, 2013–2015)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2008, 2012)
• 10× Pro Bowl (2007–2016)
• NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2007)
• Cleveland Browns Ring of Honor
• Outland Trophy (2006)
• Unanimous All-American (2006)
• 2× First-team All-Big Ten (2005, 2006)

Joe Thomas is a veteran NFL tackle who has spent his entire career with the Cleveland Browns. He was drafted by Cleveland in 2007 and has played there for six seasons, winning two championship rings.

Joe is known as one of the best blocking linemen in the league and is a big part of why the Browns have been successful over the years. In 2017, he announced that he would be retiring at the end of that season after 14 years in professional football.

Joe Thomas is a 10-time Pro Bowler and 2-time Second Team All-Pro. Joe Thomas was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 2007 and has remained with the team ever since. Joe Thomas has been an anchor for Brown's offensive line, playing in 167 games over his career thus far.

Joe Thomas is considered one of, if not the best center in NFL history and should be noted as such when discussing all-time greats at his position. 

With age beginning to catch up to him (he will turn 34 later this year), it's important that he signs another long-term contract with Cleveland before he retires or leaves town on bad terms like so many other former Brown players have done in recent memory thus far.

13. Troy Polamalu

Pittsburgh Steelers

Career

• 2× Super Bowl champion (XL, XLIII)
• NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2010)
• 4× First-team All-Pro (2005, 2008, 2010, 2011)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2004, 2007)
• 8× Pro Bowl (2004–2008, 2010, 2011, 2013)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Team
• Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor
• 2× First-team All-American (2001, 2002)
• 2× First-team All-Pac-10 (2001, 2002)

Troy Polamalu was a three-time Pro Bowler with the Steelers and helped them win two Super Bowls. 

Troy Polamalu is known for his spectacular safety catches, including an acrobatic one against the Patriots in the AFC Championship Game.

After leaving Pittsburgh in 2014, he joined the Cardinals but retired after just one season due to injury. In 2018, Troy announced his retirement from professional football at age 41 after 14 seasons playing professionally Troy Polamalu is a two-time Super Bowl champion and one of the greatest safeties in NFL history.

Polamalu was an All-Pro selection eight times and was also named Second Team All-Pro four times. He played for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 2004 to 2013, winning two Super Bowl titles during that time period. 

After retiring from football, Polamalu started his own company which manufactures sports equipment for athletes around the world.

14. Patrick Willis

San Francisco 49ers

Career

• NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2007)
• 5× First-team All-Pro (2007, 2009–2012)
• Second-team All-Pro (2008)
• 7× Pro Bowl (2007–2013)
• 2× NFL tackles leader (2007, 2009)
• NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• Butkus Award (pro) (2009)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2007)
• San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame
• Butkus Award (college) (2006)
• Jack Lambert Trophy (2006)
• SEC Defensive Player of the Year (2006)
• 2× First-team All-American (2005, 2006)
• 2× First-team All-SEC (2005, 2006)

Willis is a three-time All-Pro linebacker who has played for the San Francisco 49ers since 2007. He was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the first round of the 2007 NFL Draft and became an important part of their defense over that time period.

Willis has been named to five Pro Bowls, two First-Team All-Pros, and one Second-Team All-Pro during his career. In 2014 he announced his retirement from football after 14 seasons with the San Francisco 49ers. Patrick Willis was a dominant defensive player in the NFL for many years.

He is a five-time first-team All-Pro and two-time NFL tackles leader. Willis also won several awards, including the Butkus Award (pro) and Lambert Trophy (college). 

He is a member of the San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame, as well as the SEC Defensive Player of the Year team from 2006.

15. Arian Foster

Houston Texans

Career

• 2× First-team All-Pro (2010, 2012)
• Second-team All-Pro (2011)
• 4× Pro Bowl (2010–2012, 2014)
• 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2010, 2012)
• NFL rushing yards leader (2010)

Arian Foster is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time AP All-Pro. Arian Foster holds the Texan's franchise record for rushing yards in a single season with 2,424 in 2013.

Injuries have hampered his career somewhat, but he's one of the most decorated running backs in NFL history. He was drafted by the Houston Texans as an undrafted free agent in 2009 and has since played for them (2009–2015), Miami Dolphins (2016), and Pittsburgh Steelers (2017).

Foster retired from professional football after playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 2017 season. Arian Foster is a two-time first-team all-pro and a four-time pro bowler. In 2012, he set the NFL record for most rushing touchdowns in a season with 54. 

He was drafted by the Houston Texans in 2008 as an undrafted free agent out of the University of Tennessee Volunteers Foster has also been involved in charitable work including raising money for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.

16. Charles Woodson

Green Bay Packers

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLV)
• NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2009)
• NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1998)
• 4× First-team All-Pro (1999, 2001, 2009, 2011)
• 4× Second-team All-Pro (2000, 2008, 2010, 2015)
• 9× Pro Bowl (1998–2001, 2008–2011, 2015)
• 2× NFL interceptions leader (2009, 2011)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1998)
• Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
• Art Rooney Award (2015)
• National champion (1997)
• Heisman Trophy (1997)
• Walter Camp Award (1997)
• Bronko Nagurski Trophy (1997)
• Chuck Bednarik Award (1997)
• Jim Thorpe Award (1997)
• Jack Tatum Trophy (1997)
• Sporting News Player of the Year (1997)
• Big Ten Player of the Year (1997)
• Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year (1997)
• Big Ten Freshman of the Year (1995)
• 2× First-team All-American (1996, 1997)
• Ohio Mr. Football Award (1994)

Charles Woodson is a cornerback and safety who has played in the NFL for over 20 years. He started his career with the Oakland Raiders before playing for the Green Bay Packers, Oakland Raiders again, and finally the Cleveland Browns in his final season.

Charles Woodson was voted to nine Pro Bowls during his long career, which highlights just how highly respected he is among fellow players. In 2015, he announced that he would retire at the end of that year after 14 seasons in the NFL. 

Charles Woodson is now an analyst on ESPN's Monday Night Football coverage and continues to make a significant impact both on and off the field as one of America's most iconic athletes Woodson is a five-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro.

He led the NFL in interceptions twice and was also named Defensive Player of the Year in 2009. Woodson played his entire career with the Green Bay Packers, where he won two Super Bowls (XLVII, XLV). 

He was inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame in 2016, as well as several other Halls of Fame including the College Football Hall of Fame (2006) and Basketball Hall of Fame (2012).

17. Ndamukong Suh

Detroit Lions

Career

• Super Bowl champion (LV)
• NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2010)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (2010, 2013, 2014)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2012, 2016)
• 5× Pro Bowl (2010, 2012–2014, 2016)
• NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010)
• Outland Trophy (2009)
• Lombardi Award (2009)
• Bronko Nagurski Trophy (2009)
• Chuck Bednarik Award (2009)
• Bill Willis Trophy (2009)
• AP College Football Player of the Year (2009)
• Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year (2009)
• Big 12 Defensive Lineman of the Year (2009)
• Unanimous All-American (2009)
• 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2008, 2009)
• Nebraska Cornhuskers Jersey No. 93 retired

Ndamukong Suh is a defensive tackle who has played for the Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Rams, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers in his career. Ndamukong Suh was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the 2010 NFL Draft and he quickly became one of their best players.

In 2015, Suh joined the Miami Dolphins and helped them to make it to the playoffs that year. However, after two seasons with Miami, he was traded to the Los Angeles Rams where he continued to be an influential player on their defense. 

In 2018, Suh moved to Tampa Bay and helped them reach Super Bowl LIII where they lost to the New England Patriots 33-28 Ndamukong Suh is one of the most dominant and controversial defensive players in NFL history.

He has been a three-time first-team All-Pro, and two-time second-team All-Pro player. In his rookie season, he was named Defensive Rookie of the Year and won numerous awards including being awarded the Outland Trophy as well as Chuck Bednarik Award and Bill Willis Trophy. 

Ndamukong Suh's career highlights also include winning Super Bowl XLV with the Philadelphia Eagles, making him one of only six players to win multiple titles with different teams in the same decade (2010−2019).

18. Joe Flacco

New York Jets

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLVII)
• Super Bowl MVP (XLVII)
• Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year (2008)
• ECAC Player of the Year (2007)
• First-team All-CAA (2007)
• CAA Co-Offensive Player of the Year (2007)

Joe Flacco is a former American football quarterback who played for the Baltimore Ravens and Denver Broncos in the National Football League (NFL). 

He was drafted by the Ravens in 2008 and has since made over 170 starts, including two Super Bowls with Baltimore.

In 2019, he signed with the Jets after being released by the Broncos. Joe Flacco is married to Lilli Brown and they have one child together. 

Joe Flacco is a former Super Bowl champion and MVP who has had a successful NFL career. Joe Flacco was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2008 and started his career as a backup quarterback. 

In 2012, he became the starting quarterback for the Ravens and led them to their first championship in franchise history.

He won another championship with the Ravens in 2017, becoming only the second player (after Tom Brady) to win multiple titles with one team in the league's modern era of football. 

Joe Flacco currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles and is considered one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history.

19. Josh Freeman

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Career

• High school: Grandview, (Grandview, Missouri)
• College: Kansas State (2006–2008)
• NFL Draft: 2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 17
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2009–2013), Minnesota Vikings (2013), New York Giants (2014)*, Miami Dolphins (2015)*, Indianapolis Colts (2015), Montreal Alouettes (2018)*
•  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
• TD–INT: 81–68, Passing yards: 13,873, Passer rating: 77.6, Rushing yards: 946, Rushing touchdowns: 4
• TD–INT: 81–68
• Passing yards: 13,873
• Passer rating: 77.6
• Rushing yards: 946
• Rushing touchdowns: 4

Josh Freeman was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2009. He started 12 games for the Bucs that season, completing 305 of 522 passes for 3,097 yards and 15 touchdowns with 10 interceptions.

In his second season with the team, he led them to a 9-7 record and helped lead them to the playoffs where they lost to New Orleans in overtime. 

The next year saw him make 13 starts and finish with 2,937 yards on 359 completions (67% completion rate) along with 21 touchdowns and 11 interceptions while leading Tampa Bay to an 8-8 finish – their first winning season since 2003.

After two more productive seasons as starter for Tampa Bay (2011–2012), Freeman was traded to Minnesota in 2013 where he went 1-6 before being released midway through the 2014 season.

 after posting a passer rating of 68%. Since then Josh has been out of football entirely having last played for the Canadian Football League's Montreal Alouettes during 2018.

Also Played For: kansas state university

20. Earl Thomas

Seattle Seahawks

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (2012–2014)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2011, 2017)
• 7× Pro Bowl (2011–2015, 2017, 2019)
• NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• Consensus All-American (2009)
• First-team All-Big 12 (2009)

Earl Thomas is a free safety for the Seattle Seahawks. He was drafted by the team in 2010 and has remained with them since. 

Thomas has recorded over 100 tackles in each of his four seasons with Seattle, as well as one interception and two sacks.

He made headlines in 2018 when he took part in an on-field protest against police brutality during the National Anthem before a game against Arizona Cardinals. 

Thomas signed with the Baltimore Ravens following his release from Seattle at the end of the season and is expected to compete for a starting spot this year Earl Thomas is a three-time first-team All-Pro and seven-time Pro Bowler in the NFL.

He was selected to both the Associated Press (AP) and American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) All-America teams as a senior in 2009. 

Thomas led Seattle to its first Super Bowl victory over Arizona Cardinals in 2013, earning MVP honors for his efforts on defense. 

In 2017, he signed with the Dallas Cowboys where he played until 2019 before retiring at the end of that season due to injury concerns stemming from his previous playing style Earl Thomas has also been recognized by Sports Illustrated as one of their 100 Most Influential Athletes of all time.

while being voted into The Sporting News’s “NFL 100: Legends” list twice – once as a First Team selection and again as part of the Second Team alongside Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and Deion Sanders among others.

21. Steven Jackson

Los Angeles Rams

Career

• High school: Eldorado (Las Vegas, Nevada)
• College: Oregon State
• NFL Draft: 2004 / Round: 1 / Pick: 24
• St. Louis Rams (2004–2012), Atlanta Falcons (2013–2014), New England Patriots (2015)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2006, 2009), 3× Pro Bowl (2006, 2009, 2010)
• Rushing attempts: 2,764, Rushing yards: 11,438, Rushing touchdowns: 69, Receptions: 461, Receiving yards: 3,683, Receiving touchdowns: 9
• Rushing attempts: 2,764
• Rushing yards: 11,438
• Rushing touchdowns: 69
• Receptions: 461
• Receiving yards: 3,683
• Receiving touchdowns: 9

Jackson is a running back who played for the St. Louis Rams from 2004 to 2012 and then joined the Atlanta Falcons in 2013. 

Jackson was drafted by the Rams in the first round of the 2004 NFL Draft and quickly became one of their most important players, amassing over 12,000 rushing yards and 68 touchdowns during his career with them.

After leaving St. Louis, Jackson spent time with the Atlanta Falcons before returning to his home state of Nevada for a short stint with the Las Vegas 51s in 2014. 

In 2017, Jackson announced his retirement from professional football after 11 seasons, citing chronic pain as one of several reasons why he felt it was time to end his playing career.

Alongside Emmitt Smith and Walter Payton II as one of only three players ever inducted into both the College Football Hall Of Fame (2011) and Pro Football Hall Of Fame (2013), Jackson leaves an impressive legacy behind him on both sides of American football's biggest stage.

Also Played For: madden nfl 13, oregon state beavers

22. Michael Turner

Atlanta Falcons

Career

• First-team All-Pro (2008)
• Second-team All-Pro (2010)
• 2× Pro Bowl (2008, 2010)

Turner played running back for the Atlanta Falcons from 2008 to 2012. He was a member of the Chargers in 2004 but did not make an impact. 

Turner is best remembered for his time with the Falcons, where he ran for over 1,000 yards three times and caught more than 50 passes twice.

After leaving the NFL, Turner has gone on to play in Canada and Europe as well as spending some time coaching at Northern Illinois University. Michael Turner was drafted in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft by Atlanta. He has since been one of their most consistent players and is a two-time Pro Bowler.

Turner is known for his powerful running style, as well as his leadership skills on and off the field. In 2013, he announced that he would be retiring at the end of the season after 13 seasons in the league.

23. Maurice Jones-Drew

Jacksonville Jaguars

Career

• 2× First-team All-Pro (2010, 2011)
• Second-team All-Pro (2009)
• 3× Pro Bowl (2009–2011)
• NFL rushing yards leader (2011)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2006)
• Unanimous All-American (2005)
• First-team All-Pac-10 (2005)

Maurice Jones-Drew was born in Oakland, California on March 23, 1985. He attended De La Salle High School and played running back for the Bruins. After college, he was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2006 where he remained until 2013 when he signed with the Oakland Raiders.

As of 2018, Maurice is a free agent and has not been linked to any teams yet. Maurice Jones-Drew is a professional American football player who played running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the team as the fifth overall pick in the 2005 NFL Draft.

Jones-Drew has been named to five consecutive Pro Bowls and was also selected as an All-Pro first-team selection in 2010 and 2011. In 2006, he won unanimous All-American honors from both The Sporting News and College Sports Journal. 

His 8,167 rushing yards are fourth all-time in NFL history, while his 68 career touchdowns rank sixth on that list. He helped lead Jacksonville to two AFC South titles before being traded to Oakland Raiders in 2013 where he finished out his playing career. 

After retiring as a player, Maurice founded MJJ Partners LLC which provides consulting services to businesses within sports industry sectors such as marketing/branding, event management, and ticket sales/marketing initiatives among others.

24. Eric Berry

Kansas City Chiefs

Career

• High school: Creekside (Fairburn, Georgia)
• College: Tennessee (2007–2009)
• NFL Draft: 2010 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5
• Kansas City Chiefs (2010–2018)
• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2015), 3× First-team All-Pro (2013, 2015, 2016), 5× Pro Bowl (2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016), NFL 2010s All-Decade Team, PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010), George Halas Award (2016), Jim Thorpe Award (2009), 2× Jack Tatum Trophy (2008, 2009), SEC Defensive Player of the Year (2008), 2× Unanimous All-American (2008, 2009), 2× First-team All-SEC (2008, 2009)
• Total tackles: 440, Sacks: 5.5, Interceptions: 14, Forced fumbles: 3, Pass deflections: 50, Defensive touchdowns: 5
• Total tackles: 440
• Sacks: 5.5
• Interceptions: 14
• Forced fumbles: 3
• Pass deflections: 50
• Defensive touchdowns: 5

Eric Berry was born in 1988 and is a 34-year-old safety for the Kansas City Chiefs. He attended Creekside High School in Fairburn, Georgia before playing college football at Tennessee from 2007 to 2009.

Berry was drafted by the Chiefs in 2010 and has since played for them through 2018. He has won two Super Bowls with them (2015, 2017). Eric Berry is considered one of the best safeties in NFL history and his accolades include being an All-Pro three times and Pro Bowler twice more.

In addition to his achievements on the field, Berry is also known for his humanitarian work off it - he supports various charities including The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and pediatric cancer research programs at Children's Mercy Hospital via Team.

Rubicon Berry was a three-time first-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowler, earning him the moniker of "the best safety in football." Berry played his college ball at Tennessee before being drafted by Kansas City in the 2010 NFL Draft.

He helped lead the Chiefs to victory in their inaugural season as an expansion team, amassing 154 tackles and two interceptions. In 2013, Berry signed with New England where he continued to be one of the most dominant safeties in the league. 

In 2015, Berry led all safeties with 11 interceptions as part of Kansas City's Super Bowl run; however, they would lose to Seattle in what is now known as one of sport's greatest comebacks ever. 

After spending 2016 largely sidelined due to injury, Berry returned for ONE game last year for Kansas City - helping them clinch their third consecutive division title and fourth overall.

Also Played For: madden nfl 19, madden nfl 18

25. Darren McFadden

Las Vegas Raiders

Career

• High school: North Little Rock (AR) Oak Grove
• College: Arkansas (2005–2007)
• NFL Draft: 2008 / Round: 1 / Pick: 4
• Oakland Raiders (2008–2014), Dallas Cowboys (2015–2017)
• Walter Camp Award (2007), 2× Doak Walker Award (2006, 2007), Jim Brown Trophy (2006, 2007), 2× SEC Offensive Player of the Year (2006, 2007), 2× Consensus All-American (2006, 2007), 3× First-team All-SEC (2005–2007)
• Rushing yards: 5,421, Rushing average: 4.2, Rushing touchdowns: 28, Receptions: 254, Receiving yards: 2,114, Receiving touchdowns: 5
• Rushing yards: 5,421
• Rushing average: 4.2
• Rushing touchdowns: 28
• Receptions: 254
• Receiving yards: 2,114
• Receiving touchdowns: 5
• College Football Hall of Fame

Darren McFadden is a running back who played for the Oakland Raiders and Dallas Cowboys in the NFL. McFadden was drafted by the Raiders in 2008 and remained with them until 2014.

He then signed with the Cowboys and played there for two seasons before retiring in 2017. Darren McFadden has amassed over 10,000 yards from scrimmage in his career, making him one of the most successful backs of recent years.

Darren McFadden was one of the most prolific running backs in college football history. He won two Doak Walker Awards and three Jim Brown Trophies while playing for Oklahoma. 

McFadden entered the 2007 NFL Draft as a potential top-10 pick but failed to live up to that billing, instead being selected by the Oakland Raiders with the 10th overall pick.

In his rookie season, McFaden rushed for 1,157 yards and six touchdowns on 181 carries (4.1 avg). The 2008 campaign saw McFadden struggle mightily with injuries; he managed just 548 yards on 172 carries (3.8 avg) before being placed on injured reserve late in the year after tearing his ACL against San Diego State. YPG). TDs on 136 attempts (3 YPC). 

Darren's finest NFL season yet as he led all running backs with 2,097 total rushing yards en route to winning both MVP honors AND a Super Bowl ring...albeit as part of Dallas' losing effort against New Orleans Saints.

After spending 2012 out of football due to lingering foot issues, Darren has bounced back nicely in 2013 - totalling 908 total rushing yards & five TDs over 15 games played thus far...quite an amazing return from such a devastating injury.

26. Jahri Evans

New Orleans Saints

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLIV)
• 4× First-team All-Pro (2009–2012)
• Second-team All-Pro (2013)
• 6× Pro Bowl (2009–2014)
• NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2006)
• Pro Football Weekly All-Rookie Team (2006)
• 2× Madden Most Valuable Protectors Award (2009, 2011)
• New Orleans Saints 50th Anniversary Team
• New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame
• 2× Division II All-American (2004, 2005)

Jahri Evans was a four-time Pro Bowler with the New Orleans Saints. He is currently an assistant coach for the Seattle Seahawks, who drafted him in 2016.

Jahri Evans played college football at Bloomsburg and was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2011 but recovered to play again later that year. Jahri Evans has also been a member of the Philadelphia Eagles (2010), Detroit Lions (2011), and Indianapolis Colts (2012).

Jahri Evans is a Pro Bowl-caliber defensive tackle who has experience playing in both the 4-3 and 3-4 defenses. He was drafted by the Philadelphia Souls in 2006, and he played for them until they folded at the end of the 2019 season. 

Evans signed with the Green Bay Packers as a free agent in March 2020, and he made his debut with them that same month against the Chicago Bears.

27. Clay Matthews

Green Bay Packers

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLV)
• First-team All-Pro (2010)
• Second-team All-Pro (2012)
• 6× Pro Bowl (2009–2012, 2014–2015)
• Butkus Award (pro) (2010)
• 3× Rose Bowl champion (2007–2009)

Clay Matthews III was a linebacker for the Green Bay Packers from 2009 to 2018. He played college football at USC and was drafted in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers.

Clay Matthews III has also been with the Los Angeles Rams since 2019. Clay Matthews III is one of the most decorated players in NFL history. He has been to six Pro Bowls, and three Rose Bowls, and was named First-team All-Pro twice.

Clay Matthews III is known for his ferocious play on defense and is a dominant force against opposing offenses. He has recorded over 500 tackles throughout his career and 91 sacks, making him one of the most feared defenders in the game today.

Clay Matthews III will be turning 34 years old this season and there are still many seasons left in which he can continue to make an impact on the NFL stage.

28. Maurkice Pouncey

Pittsburgh Steelers

Career

• High school: Lakeland (Lakeland, Florida)
• College: Florida (2007–2009)
• NFL Draft: 2010 / Round: 1 / Pick: 18
• Pittsburgh Steelers (2010–2020)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (2011, 2012, 2014), 2× Second-team All-Pro (2010, 2018), 9× Pro Bowl (2010–2012, 2014, 2016–2020), NFL 2010s All-Decade Team, PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010), BCS national champion (2009), Rimington Trophy (2009), Consensus All-American (2009), First-team All-SEC (2009)
• Games played: 134, Games started: 134, Total tackles: 7
• Games played: 134
• Games started: 134
• Total tackles: 7

Maurkice Pouncey is a center for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was drafted in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers and has since played for them throughout his career.

Pouncey has been named to multiple All-Pro teams, including three consecutive seasons from 2013 to 2015, and he was also awarded with a Super Bowl XLV ring after the team's victory over Green Bay Packers in 2016.

Maurkice Pouncey married his longtime girlfriend Alissa on January 28th, 2019 at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando Florida He currently resides in Ardmore Oklahoma with his wife and two young daughters Pouncey was a first-team All-Pro and second-team All-American as a center for Florida State in 2009.

He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the ninth pick of the 2010 NFL Draft, and has since started 134 games at center for them. Pouncey won two Pro Bowls (2010, 2016), made nine appearances in the NFL's all decade team (2010–2020) and was named First Team All American in 2009.

29. Josh Cribbs

Cleveland Browns

Career

• First-team All-Pro (2009)
• Second-team All-Pro (2007)
• 3× Pro Bowl (2007, 2009, 2012)
• NFL kickoff return yards leader (2007)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• Cleveland Browns Legends
• Kent State Golden Flashes No. 9 retired

Josh Cribbs is a former wide receiver and returns specialist for the Cleveland Browns, Oakland Raiders, and New York Jets. He was born in Washington D.C., attended Dunbar High School, and played college football at Kent State before being undrafted in 2005.

After brief stints with the Cleveland Browns (2005-2006) and Oakland Raiders (2007), he signed with the Jets in 2013 where he spent three seasons before retiring after the 2016 season. 

In 2017, he joined ESPN as an expert analyst for their NFL coverage leading up to Super Bowl LII on February 4th of that year.

Josh has two children - son Jaxon (born September 10th, 2011) and daughter London (born December 13th, 2014). Josh Cribbs is a former NFL wide receiver and return specialist. 

He first entered the league with the Cleveland Browns in 2007, where he spent three seasons before being traded to the Indianapolis Colts in 2012.

During his time in the NFL, Cribbs was a two-time Pro Bowler and led the league in kickoff return yards one season. After spending just one year with Indianapolis, Cribbs was released by the team and retired from football after playing for six years in total. 

He currently works as an analyst for Fox Sports Ohio covering both college football and professional sports.

Josh Cribbs is known for his hard work on the field both during games and practice; he has been quoted as saying that it's all about preparation no matter what comes your way. 

His determination has helped him achieve many accolades throughout his career including First-team All-Pro honors in 2009 and 2012, along with multiple Pro Bowl appearances - making him one of the most decorated players of his era.

30. Sam Bradford

Los Angeles Rams

Career

• High school: Putnam City North (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
• College: Oklahoma (2006–2009)
• NFL Draft: 2010 / Round
• St. Louis Rams (2010–2014), Philadelphia Eagles (2015), Minnesota Vikings (2016–2017), Arizona Cardinals (2018)
• NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2010), NFL completion percentage leader (2016), PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010), Heisman Trophy (2008), Davey O'Brien Award (2008), Sammy Baugh Trophy (2008), AP College Football Player of the Year (2008), Sporting News Player of the Year (2008), Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year (2008), Consensus All-American (2008), First-team All-Big 12 (2008)
• Passing attempts: 2,967, Passing completions
• Passing attempts: 2,967
• Passing completions: 1,855
• Completion Percentage: 62.5%
• TD–INT: 103–61
• Passing yards: 19,449
• Passer rating: 84.5

Sam Bradford was drafted 1st overall by the St. Louis Rams in 2010. He spent four years there before being traded to Philadelphia in 2015. In 2016, he signed with Minnesota and led them to a playoff berth that season.

The next year, he joined the Arizona Cardinals but they were unable to make it past the first round of the playoffs. This year, he is currently with the Cardinals and looking for his fourth postseason appearance. 

Bradford has been considered one of the most consistent quarterbacks in NFL history due to his ability to lead teams towards success even when things aren't going well at first (e.g., during his time with StL & Philly).

His accuracy, arm strength, and leadership skills have all been highly praised by many observers over the years - making him an ideal candidate for any coaching staff or team management situation. 

Despite being known primarily as a quarterback, Bradford also plays running back on occasion – doing so 9 times throughout his career thus far. Whether throwing or carrying ball himself – Sam always puts teammates first and strives for total victory on Sundays.

Also Played For: oklahoma sooners football, heisman trophy nfl

31. Matt Cassel

USC Trojans football

Career

• High school: Chatsworth (Los Angeles, California)
• College: USC
• NFL Draft: 2005 / Round: 7 / Pick: 230
• New England Patriots (2005–2008), Kansas City Chiefs (2009–2012), Minnesota Vikings (2013–2014), Buffalo Bills (2015), Dallas Cowboys (2015), Tennessee Titans (2016–2017), Detroit Lions (2018)
• Pro Bowl (2010)
• Pass completions: 1,578, Pass attempts: 2,683, TD–INT: 104–82, Passing yards: 17,508, Passer rating: 78.6
• Pass completions: 1,578
• Pass attempts: 2,683
• TD–INT: 104–82
• Passing yards: 17,508
• Passer rating: 78.6

Matt Cassel is a former quarterback who played for the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL. He was drafted by the Patriots in 2005 and spent three seasons with them before moving to Kansas City in 2009.

In 2013, he joined the Minnesota Vikings and helped lead them to an NFC North title that season. However, after only one year with the team, he was released at the end of 2014 due to inconsistent play. 

Since then, Cassel has not been given another chance to make an impact in professional football and currently works as a commentator for Fox Sports 1 Matt Cassel is a veteran quarterback who has played for the Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, and Tennessee Titans in his career.

Matt Cassel has had some success in the past with teams, passing for over 17,000 yards and 78.6 passer rating while completing over 1,500 passes in each of those seasons.

 However, Matt Cassel's time with the Detroit Lions was less than ideal as he failed to make any impact on the team whatsoever and was eventually released after one season.

Also Played For: little league world series

32. Carson Palmer

Cincinnati Bengals

Career

• Second-team All-Pro (2015)
• 3× Pro Bowl (2005, 2006, 2015)
• NFL passing touchdowns leader (2005)
• NFL completion percentage leader (2005)
• Arizona Cardinals Ring of Honor
• Heisman Trophy (2002)
• Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (2002)
• Pop Warner Trophy (2002)
• Sporting News Player of the Year (2002)
• Pac-10 Co-Offensive Player of the Year (2002)
• Consensus All-American (2002)
• First-team All-Pac-10 (2002)
• Orange Bowl MVP (2003)
• USC Trojans Athletics Hall of Fame
• USC Trojans No. 3 retired

Carson Palmer is a three-time Pro Bowler and Second-team All-Pro. He started his career with the Cincinnati Bengals before moving on to Oakland Raiders, Arizona Cardinals, and finally the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2017.

In 2005 he became the NFL's all-time leading passer with 47 touchdown passes while completing 62% of his passes. Carson Palmer has also been awarded several prestigious awards including being named a Ring of Honor inductee by the Arizona Cardinals in 2018.

Palmer was a two-time Heisman Trophy finalist and three-time Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year while playing for USC. Palmer spent his first five seasons in the NFL with Cincinnati, where he led the team to an appearance in Super Bowl XLIII. 

In 2012, Palmer joined Oakland as their new starting quarterback and helped lead them to an 11–5 record and a wild card playoff spot.

That season, Palmer was named the AP National League MVP after passing for 4,374 yards with 36 touchdowns and only seven interceptions during the regular season. He then led Oakland to victory over San Francisco in an AFC divisional playoff game before being injured by the 49ers. 

Linebacker Aldon Smith in the fourth quarter of their conference championship game against Denver; however, this injury did not end up sidelining him long-term as he recovered sufficiently enough to start at QB for Oakland's Wild Card Round matchup against Seattle Seahawks on January 8th which they lost 37–31 (see below).

After spending 2015 out of football due to a torn ACL suffered late in 2014 while playing for Arizona Cardinals, Palmer signed with Pittsburgh Steelers prior to Week 1 of 2016. Where he started 3 games but failed to win either one despite throwing 23 touchdown passes vs just 5 interceptions (.827) including wins over. 

Baltimore Ravens (34-13), Cleveland Browns (28-21) & New England Patriots (35-30). On September 2nd, it was announced that Carson would be joining newly minted head coach Hue Jackson's staff as offensive coordinator.

33. Matt Hasselbeck

Seattle Seahawks

Career

• Green Bay Packers (1998–2000)
• Seattle Seahawks (2001–2010)
• Tennessee Titans (2011–2012)
• Indianapolis Colts (2013–2015)

Matt Hasselbeck is a former quarterback in the NFL who played for the Seattle Seahawks from 2001 to 2010. 

Matt has had a successful career with both the Green Bay Packers and Seattle Seahawks, amassing over 25,000 passing yards and 140 touchdowns in his time in the league.

Matt retired from playing football after being released by the Tennessee Titans at the end of the 2012 season. He now works as an analyst for ESPN's Monday Night Football coverage. Matt Hasselbeck has had a lengthy and successful NFL career, playing for the Indianapolis Colts from 2013-2015.

He was a three-time Pro Bowler with Seattle Seahawks and is widely respected as one of the best quarterbacks in league history. Matt started his career as an undrafted free agent out of Boston College but quickly made himself into one of the top quarterbacks in the game. 

His spectacular play led him to sign with Seattle Seahawks in 2003, where he spent five seasons before joining Indy in 2013.

In Indianapolis, Matt helped lead them to two consecutive AFC South championships (2013-2014), earning him trips to both the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl XLIV against New Orleans Saints respectively. 

Sadly, his time at Indy came to an end after they were defeated by Pittsburgh Steelers in their second attempt at making it back to the big show – finishing with 36,638 passing yards and 212 touchdowns/153 interceptions on offense during his three years there.

After ending his tenure with Indianapolis, Matt signed a two-year deal with Arizona Cardinals prior to their season opener this year – looking forward to helping them contend for NFC West supremacy once again.

34. David Garrard

Jacksonville Jaguars

Career

• Jacksonville Jaguars (2002–2010)
• Miami Dolphins (2012)*
• New York Jets (2013)

David Garrard is best known for being a quarterback with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He has also played for the Miami Dolphins and was most recently with the team in 2012.

David Garrard originally attended Southern University, but later transferred to East Carolina where he became a starter as a sophomore. His excellent passing led to him being drafted fourth overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2002.

After three seasons with Jacksonville, Garrard was traded to Miami in 2006 and had some successful years there before retiring after the 2010 season. David Garrard currently works as an NFL analyst on ESPN David Garrard was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first round of the 2000 NFL Draft.

He played for the Jaguars, New Orleans Saints, Tennessee Titans, and Miami Dolphins before joining the Jets in 2013. Garrard has a career record of 89–54 as a starting quarterback and 16,003 passing yards with an 85.8 passer rating. 

He also rushed for 1,746 yards and 17 touchdowns on 380 attempts during his NFL career.

35. Kyle Orton

Chicago Bears

Career

• High school: Pleasant Hill (IA) Southeast Polk
• College: Purdue
• NFL Draft: 2005 / Round: 4 / Pick: 106
• Chicago Bears (2005–2008), Denver Broncos (2009–2011), Kansas City Chiefs (2011), Dallas Cowboys (2012–2013), Buffalo Bills (2014)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2005), East-West Shrine Game (2005), Senior Bowl (2005), First-team All-Big Ten (2004), Hendricks Trophy (Sun Bowl MVP) (2002)
• TD–INT: 101–69, Passing yards: 18,037, Passer rating: 81.2
• TD–INT: 101–69
• Passing yards: 18,037
• Passer rating: 81.2

Kyle Orton is a former quarterback who played for the Chicago Bears and Denver Broncos in the NFL. Kyle Orton was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the fourth round of the 2005 NFL Draft.

He spent three seasons with them before being traded to the Denver Broncos in 2009. In 2011, Kyle Orton signed with the Kansas City Chiefs but only played one season there before retiring from football at age 29 due to an injury sustained during preseason play.

Kyle Orton is a veteran quarterback who has been in the NFL for nine seasons. Kyle Orton has had some good and bad moments during his career, but he remains a reliable starter on most teams. 

Kyle Orton is best known for his passing ability, as he averages over 18,000 yards per season through the air. In recent years,Kyle Orton's play has slowed down somewhat - partly due to injury - but he should still be able to contribute significantly in the future.

Also Played For: 2005 chicago bears season, purdue boilermakers football

36. Matt Schaub

Houston Texans

Career

• Atlanta Falcons (2004–2006)
• Houston Texans (2007–2013)
• Oakland Raiders (2014)
• Baltimore Ravens (2015)
• Atlanta Falcons (2016–2020)

Matt Schaub is a former quarterback for the Houston Texans. He played for them from 2007 to 2013 and was released in the offseason of 2014. 

Matt Schaub started his career with the Atlanta Falcons, but he was traded in 2006 to the Houston Texans.

In 2009, he led the Texans to their first playoff appearance in franchise history. After playing two more seasons with Houston, Matt Schaub was released by the team in April 2014 and signed with Oakland Raiders shortly after that. 

However, he only lasted one season there before being cut again late in 2015 re-joining Houston once more on November 3rd of that year.

Where he retired following an injury-riddled season 4th Quarter against Indianapolis Colts Schaub has been a starting quarterback in the NFL for eight seasons, and during that time he's compiled statistics that would make any player proud.

Schaub is one of only two quarterbacks to throw for over 25,000 yards and finish with an above-average passer rating each season. Matt Schaub is also a proven winner.

He led Baltimore to their first Super Bowl title in over 20 years in 2016, and then took Atlanta to the playoffs this past season as well. 

If you're looking for someone who can take your team deep into the postseason, look no further than Matt Schaub – his experience will help your squad get there.

37. Shaun Hill

Detroit Lions

Career

• High school: Parsons (KS)
• College: Maryland
• Undrafted: 2002
• Minnesota Vikings (2002–2005), Amsterdam Admirals (2003), San Francisco 49ers (2006–2009), Detroit Lions (2010–2013), St. Louis Rams (2014), Minnesota Vikings (2015–2016)
• NFL Europe passing yards leader (2003), NFL Europe completions leader (2003), NFL Europe record, Most completions thrown in a single season (220)
• Pass completions: 757, Pass attempts: 1,225, TD–INT: 49–30, Passing yards: 8,295, Passer rating: 84.9
• Pass completions: 757
• Pass attempts: 1,225
• TD–INT: 49–30
• Passing yards: 8,295
• Passer rating: 84.9

Shaun Hill is a former quarterback with the Minnesota Vikings and Amsterdam Admirals. He was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 2006 but never played for them due to injury.

He signed with Detroit Lions in 2010, where he spent three seasons before being released in 2013. Shaun then signed with the Vikings and played there for two years before retiring at the end of 2015 season.

Shaun holds several NFL records including most completions (1,326), passing yards (15,208) and touchdowns (103). Shaun Hill started his career as a backup quarterback for the St. 

Louis Rams in 2002. He later played for the Minnesota Vikings, where he became one of the most reliable quarterbacks in NFL Europe and won two NFL Europa titles with them (in 2003 and 2004).

After leaving the NFL, Shaun Hill signed with the Oakland Raiders but was released before playing a single game. 

In 2007, he joined Canadian Football League team BC Lions but retired from professional football after only one season due to injury concerns; however, he has since returned to play semi-professional football in Canada.

38. Jay Cutler

Chicago Bears

Career

• Pro Bowl (2008)
• 100 greatest Bears of All-Time
• SEC Offensive Player of the Year (2005)
• First-team All-SEC (2005)
• Indiana Football Hall of Fame (2022)[1][2]

Jay Cutler was born on April 29, 1983 in Santa Claus, Indiana. He attended Heritage Hills High School in Lincoln City and played football there before transferring to Vanderbilt University.

Cutler started his NFL career with the Denver Broncos in 2006 and spent four seasons there before joining the Chicago Bears in 2009. 

He led the Bears to back-to-back NFC North titles (2010–2011) and appearances in Super Bowl XLVIII and Super Bowl 50, respectively, but suffered a torn ACL during the 2016 season that ended his tenure with Chicago.

Cutler signed a two-year deal with Miami Dolphins prior to the 2017 season, but he was released after one year and retired from professional football later that year Jay Cutler is a three-time Pro Bowler and winner of the SEC Offensive Player of the Year award. 

Cutler has had some trouble staying healthy throughout his career, but he's still managed to produce at an elite level.

He was drafted by the Bears in 2006 and led them to their first playoff appearance in over 10 years in 2012. Cutler signed with the Miami Dolphins as a free agent in 2015, but he was released after one season and retired from football that year.

39. Chad Henne

Kansas City Chiefs

Career

• High school: Wilson, (West Lawn, Pennsylvania)
• College: Michigan (2004–2007)
• NFL Draft: 2008 / Round: 2 / Pick: 57
• Miami Dolphins (2008–2011), Jacksonville Jaguars (2012–2017), Kansas City Chiefs (2018–present)
• Roster status: Active
• Super Bowl champion (LIV), First-team All-Big Ten (2007), Second-team All-Big Ten (2006)
• Passing attempts: 2,015, Passing completions: 1,200, Completion Percentage: 59.6%, TD–INT: 60–63, Passing yards: 13,290, Passer rating: 76.1
• Passing attempts: 2,015
• Passing completions: 1,200
• Completion Percentage: 59.6%
• TD–INT: 60–63
• Passing yards: 13,290
• Passer rating: 76.1

Chad Henne was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 2008 and spent three seasons with the team. He then signed with Jacksonville Jaguars in 2012 and played there for six years before retiring at the end of the 2017 season.

Although he had a successful NFL career, Chad Henne is best known for his time as a starter for Miami Dolphins from 2008 to 2011 where he led them to two playoff appearances and one AFC Championship Game appearance. 

After leaving Jacksonville, Chad Henne joined the Oakland Raiders on a practice squad but was released before the start of the 2013 season.

In 2016, he signed with Indianapolis Colts but retired after just one game due to injury. Currently, Chad Henne works as an analyst on ESPN’s Monday Night Football coverage along with former teammate Jay Cutler who also has an analyst role on that show. 

In addition to football, Chad Henne enjoys spending time outdoors fishing and riding dirt bikes.

40. Mark Sanchez

New York Jets

Career

• High school: , Mission Viejo, (Mission Viejo, California)
• College: USC (2005–2008)
• NFL Draft: 2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5
• New York Jets (2009–2013), Philadelphia Eagles (2014–2015), Denver Broncos (2016)*, Dallas Cowboys (2016), Chicago Bears (2017), Washington Redskins (2018)
•  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2009), First-team All-Pac-10 (2008)
• Completion %: 56.6, TD–INT: 86–89, Passing yards: 15,357, Passer rating: 73.2
• Completion %: 56.6
• TD–INT: 86–89
• Passing yards: 15,357
• Passer rating: 73.2

Sanchez was drafted fifth overall by the New York Jets in 2009. Sanchez started his career with the Jets and played for them until 2013. He has also played for the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers during his NFL career.

In 2017, he signed with the Dallas Cowboys but was released after one season there. 

On March 14th, 2019, Sanchez announced his retirement from professional football after 13 seasons in the NFL Sanchez was drafted by the New York Jets in 2009 and spent four seasons with them before being traded to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Sanchez had a successful rookie season with the Eagles, throwing for 3,278 yards and 22 touchdowns while also completing 62% of his passes. 

In 2011, Sanchez suffered a torn ACL during a Week 10 game against the Dallas Cowboys and missed the rest of that season as well as all of 2012 due to rehabilitation. 

After missing two years due to injury, Sanchez bounced back in 2013 by leading Philadelphia to an NFC East title and earning Pro Bowl selection after completing 65% of his passes for nearly 4,000 yards and 26 touchdowns en route to becoming.

Just the fourth quarterback in NFL history (after Dan Marino, John Elway & Brett Favre) with at least 25 passing touchdowns in multiple seasons.

However, following another injury-plagued 2014 campaign where he threw 17 interceptions over 13 games (the most INTs thrown in one season since 2003), Sanchez was released by the Eagles on December 30th after three seasons with them overall totaling 24 starts – 12 wins & 12 losses (.500). 

The Denver Broncos claimed him off waivers on January 2nd, 2015 but he only started 1 game for them before being benched late into their playoff run which ended up losing. 

Super Bowl 50 against Carolina Panthers MVP Cam Newton who finished with 34/44 328 yds 5 TDs rushing 1 TD receiving resulting from QB pressure created led 3rd quarter comeback 33–28.

41. Matt Forte

Chicago Bears

Career

• 2× Pro Bowl (2011, 2013)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2008)
• 100 greatest Bears of All-Time
• 2× All-C-USA (2005, 2007)

Matt Forte was a running back for the Chicago Bears from 2008-2015. He recorded over 10,000 rushing yards and 65 touchdowns during his time with the team.

In 2016, he signed with the New York Jets where he played until 2017. After leaving the Jets, Matt Forte joined the Minnesota Vikings in 2018 as they're running back/receiving threat.

Matt Forte was drafted in the third round of the 2008 NFL draft by the Chicago Bears. He has since become one of their most important players, playing in 2 Pro Bowls and 100 Greatest Bears of All-Time.

Matt Forte is a powerful running back with the speed and strength to break through tackles. He also has excellent receiving skills which make him dangerous as both a runner and receiver out of the backfield.

Matt Forte is an integral part of the Chicago offense, providing leadership on and off the field along with his outstanding play on the gridiron. His hard work and determination have led him to success at every level he's played, making him one of football's most respected players.

42. Alex Smith

San Francisco 49ers

Career

• High school: Helix (La Mesa, California)
• College: Utah (2002–2004)
• NFL Draft: 2005 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1
• San Francisco 49ers (2005–2012), Kansas City Chiefs (2013–2017), Washington Redskins / Football Team (2018–2020)
• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2020), 3× Pro Bowl (2013, 2016, 2017), NFL passer rating leader (2017), George Halas Award (2021), Sporting News Player of the Year (2004), First-team All-American (2004), MWC Offensive Player of the Year (2004), First-team All-MWC (2004)
• TD–INT: 199–109, Passing yards: 35,650, Completion percentage: 62.6, Passer rating: 86.9
• TD–INT: 199–109
• Passing yards: 35,650
• Completion percentage: 62.6
• Passer rating: 86.9

Smith was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 2005 and spent six seasons with the team before being traded to the Kansas City Chiefs in 2013. In 2018, Smith was signed by the Washington Football Team and led them to a division championship in his first season as their quarterback.

Smith has also been involved in several Pro Bowls and is considered one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history. Alex Smith is a four-time pro bowler and three-time passer rating leader. 

Alex Smith was one of the most prolific passers in college football history, winning two MWC Offensive Player of the Year awards and being First Team All American both times.

After excelling in Kansas City for six seasons, Alex Smith signed with the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent in 2005. 

In his first season with the Niners, he led them to their first Super Bowl championship since 1994 after completing 30 of 41 passes for 373 yards and 4 touchdowns against the New England Patriots

Also Played For: utah utes football

43. Ahmad Bradshaw

New York Giants

Career

• High school: Bluefield (VA) Graham
• College: Marshall
• NFL Draft: 2007 / Round: 7 / Pick: 250
• New York Giants (2007–2012), Indianapolis Colts (2013–2015)
• 2× Super Bowl champion (XLII, XLVI), 2× All-Conference USA (2005, 2006)
• Rushing attempts: 1,083, Rushing yards: 4,928, Rushing touchdowns: 36, Receptions: 187, Receiving yards: 1,493, Receiving touchdowns: 12
• Rushing attempts: 1,083
• Rushing yards: 4,928
• Rushing touchdowns: 36
• Receptions: 187
• Receiving yards: 1,493
• Receiving touchdowns: 12

Ahmad Bradshaw is a two-time Super Bowl champion and one of the most decorated running backs in NFL history. He was drafted by the Giants in 2007, and went on to have a standout career with them, including winning two Super Bowls (XLVI and XLVII).

In 2013, he joined the Indianapolis Colts as their new starting running back. Ahmad Bradshaw is married with three children and lives in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Ahmad Bradshaw was drafted in the 1st round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts.

Ahmad Bradshaw is a two-time Super Bowl champion and an All-Conference USA player. Ahmad Bradshaw has played for six different teams in his career, including Indianapolis, New England, San Diego Chargers, Cincinnati Bengals and Arizona Cardinals. 

Ahmad Bradshaw holds NFL rushing records with 36 touchdowns on 1115 rushes during his career so far.

Also Played For: marshall thundering herd football

44. Rashard Mendenhall

Pittsburgh Steelers

Career

• High school: Skokie (IL) Niles West
• College: Illinois (2005–2007)
• NFL Draft: 2008 / Round: 1 / Pick: 23
• Pittsburgh Steelers (2008–2012), Arizona Cardinals (2013)
• Super Bowl champion (XLIII), First-team All-American (2007), Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year (2007), First-team All-Big Ten (2007)
• Rushing attempts: 1,081, Rushing yards: 4,236, Rushing touchdowns: 37, Receptions: 95, Receiving yards: 795, Receiving touchdowns: 2
• Rushing attempts: 1,081
• Rushing yards: 4,236
• Rushing touchdowns: 37
• Receptions: 95
• Receiving yards: 795
• Receiving touchdowns: 2

Mendenhall was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2008. Mendenhall had a successful career with the Steelers, playing for them from 2008 to 2012. After leaving the Steelers, Mendenhall played for the Arizona Cardinals before retiring in 2013.

Rashard Mendenhall was a two-time first-team All American at the University of Illinois and one of the most decorated running backs in college football history. He made an immediate impact on his NFL debut with Pittsburgh, rushing for 131 yards on 22 carries and scoring a touchdown in their 34-20 victory over Cincinnati.

Mendenhall has continued to be one of the league's top running backs, amassing more than 1,000 yards from scrimmage each season since 2007. 

In Super Bowl XLIII against Arizona, Mendenhall carried 27 times for 149 yards and two touchdowns as Pittsburgh triumphed 33-17 in front of a record crowd at Cowboys Stadium. 

The 29-year old is entering his ninth professional season this fall and is expected to continue to be one of the most dominant offensive players in the game.

45. Peyton Hillis

New York Giants

Career

• High school: Conway High School
• College: Arkansas
• NFL Draft: 2008 / Round: 7 / Pick: 227
• Denver Broncos (2008–2009), Cleveland Browns (2010–2011), Kansas City Chiefs (2012), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2013), New York Giants (2013–2014)
• Rushing yards: 2,832, Rushing average: 4.1, Rushing touchdowns: 23, Receptions: 134, Receiving yards: 1,050, Receiving touchdowns: 3
• Rushing yards: 2,832
• Rushing average: 4.1
• Rushing touchdowns: 23
• Receptions: 134
• Receiving yards: 1,050
• Receiving touchdowns: 3

Peyton Hillis was drafted by the then Denver Broncos in the 2008 NFL Draft. He made his debut with them during the 2008 season and played for them until he was released at the end of 2009.

Peyton Hillis signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in early 2012 and has been a vital part of their offense ever since, helping to lead them to two consecutive AFC West titles. 

Injuries have caused problems for Peyton Hillis throughout his career but he remains an important player on both sides of the ball for Kansas City.

Peyton Hillis is married and has two children - a daughter born in 2013 and a son born in 2016 - who keep him very busy outside of football life. Peyton Hillis was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the second round of the 2010 NFL Draft. 

After being traded to Kansas City Chiefs, Peyton Hillis rushed for over 2,000 yards and 23 touchdowns on his way to a Pro Bowl selection in 2012.

In 2013, he signed with Tampa Bay Buccaneers and had another successful season rushing for 1,100 yards and three touchdowns while also catching 134 passes for 1,050 receiving yards and three more touchdowns. 

Finally, in 2014 he joined the New York Giants where he played until 2015 before retiring from professional football due to injury.

46. BenJarvus Green-Ellis

New England Patriots

Career

• High school: St. Augustine, (New Orleans, Louisiana)
• College: Ole Miss
• Undrafted: 2008
• New England Patriots (2008–2011), Cincinnati Bengals (2012–2013)
• First-team All-SEC (2006)
• Rushing attempts: 1,008, Rushing yards: 3,914, Receptions: 52, Receiving yards: 418, Total touchdowns: 42
• Rushing attempts: 1,008
• Rushing yards: 3,914
• Receptions: 52
• Receiving yards: 418
• Total touchdowns: 42

BenJarvus Green-Ellis is a running back for the Cincinnati Bengals. He was drafted by the Bengals in 2008 and has since served as their main rusher. In 2013, he had his best season to date with 820 yards on 173 carries (5.1 avg) and six touchdowns.

BenJarvus is originally from New Orleans, Louisiana and attended St Augustine High School where he starred as both a running back and linebacker before being drafted by Ole Miss in 2006. 

After two years at Ole Miss, Green-Ellis was waived during final cuts of training camp but signed with the Steelers later that year only to be released after one game due to an ankle injury suffered in practice.

Pittsburgh would re-sign him shortly afterwards however despite limited playing time throughout 2007/2008 seasons initially relegating Green-Ellis again to injured reserve until 2011. 

When he finally made it onto the 53 man roster for 8 games late in 2010 season averaging 3 yards per carry on 33 totes rushing total of 1017 all-purpose yards receiving kick returns 4 punt returns 2 touchdown catches.

While also returning 5 kicks 26 punts 1 kickoff most notably scoring first ever TD return against Baltimore Ravens helping seal playoff berth clinching victory over San Diego Chargers earning AFC North Division Title becoming just second player ever other than. 

Jerome Bettis named MVP of divisional round playoffs following Bettis' Super Bowl XLIII appearance with Pittsburgh Steelers finishing runner up losing.

Wild Card Playoff Game vs Jacksonville Jaguars which resulted in throwing a DVD recorder across the room breaking the screen leaving a dent – still visible today.

Ben Jarvus Green Ellis began his football career at St Augustine High school where he played linebacker alongside future NFL stars like Darren Sproles, Travis Henry and Zac Stacy among others.

A three-star recruit out of high school , BENJARVIS GREEN ELLIS saw his stock rise significantly after switching positions from outside linebacker to running back under new head coach Ed Orgeron who believedGreen ells could excel as a between-zone runner similar tomari Batch or Warrick Dunn rather then solely relying on power. 

At Mississippi, GELLIS became one of OLE MISS’ most reliable playmakers recording 1,823 all-purpose yards including 97 receptions for 990 yards (10th nationally) and 11 touchdowns along with 57.

Tackles 22 sacks forced fumbles recovered ranking seventh leading rusher overall & third leading tackler behind Marqise Lee & Laremy Tunsil entering 2014 bowl season.

47. LeGarrette Blount

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Career

• High school: Perry (FL) Taylor County
• College: , East Mississippi CC (2006–2007), Oregon (2008–2009)
• Undrafted: 2010
• Tennessee Titans (2010)*, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2010–2012), New England Patriots (2013), Pittsburgh Steelers (2014), New England Patriots (2014–2016), Philadelphia Eagles (2017), Detroit Lions (2018)
•  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
• 3× Super Bowl champion (XLIX, LI, LII), NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2016), PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010)
• Rushing yards: 6,306, Rushing average: 4.2, Rushing touchdowns: 56, Receptions: 64, Receiving yards: 454, Receiving touchdowns: 2
• Rushing yards: 6,306
• Rushing average: 4.2
• Rushing touchdowns: 56
• Receptions: 64
• Receiving yards: 454
• Receiving touchdowns: 2

LeGarrette Blount is a running back who was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2010. He played for the Titans from 2010 to 2017, before being released by the team in February 2018.

In June 2018, Blount signed with the New England Patriots. He has made five career playoff appearances, including two Super Bowls (XLIX and LI). LeGarrette Blount has also won one NFL rushing title and been named an All-Pro twice.

LeGarrette Blount is a running back who has played for four different teams in the NFL. He has been a part of two Super Bowl-winning squads, and he was also named to the Pro Football Writers Association All-Rookie Team in 2010. 

LeGarrette Blount often runs through defenders with ease, and his physical style of play makes him an dangerous player on the field.

He is known for being hardworking and passionate about playing football, which may be why he has had such success over the years. LeGarrette Blount’s time with the New England Patriots ended poorly this past season after he was suspended for violating team rules multiple times. 

However, he will likely continue to be one of the most feared runners in the league as long as he remains healthy.

48. Thomas Jones

Virginia Cavaliers football

Career

• Arizona Cardinals (2000–2002)
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2003)
• Chicago Bears (2004–2006)
• New York Jets (2007–2009)
• Kansas City Chiefs (2010–2011)

Thomas Jones played for the Cardinals (2000-2002) and Buccaneers (2003). He was drafted by the Bears in 2004 but did not play with them until 2006. After a very successful 2006 season with Chicago, he signed with Kansas City in November 2010.

Jones is most well known for his time playing for the Bears, where he became one of only four players to rush for over 1,000 yards and catch 100 passes in a single season twice (2006–2007). Thomas Jones was a big running back for the New York Jets from 2007-2009.

In 2008, he was elected to his first Pro Bowl and finished the year with 1,598 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. After playing for the Chiefs in 2010-2011, Thomas retired at the age of 30 due to injuries sustained during his NFL career.

49. Cedric Benson

Cincinnati Bengals

Career

• High school: Lee (Midland, Texas)
• College: Texas (2001–2004)
• NFL Draft: 2005 / Round
• Chicago Bears (2005–2007), Cincinnati Bengals (2008–2011), Green Bay Packers (2012)
• Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year (2001), Consensus All-American (2004), 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2003, 2004), Second-team All-Big 12 (2002), Third-team All-Big 12 (2001), Doak Walker Award (2004)
• Rushing attempts: 1,600, Rushing yards
• Rushing attempts: 1,600
• Rushing yards: 6,017
• Rushing touchdowns: 32
• Receptions: 120
• Receiving yards: 833
• Receiving touchdowns: 1

Benson was drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2005 but didn't play a down for them before being traded to the Cincinnati Bengals. Benson had an impressive career with the Bengals, rushing for 10,202 yards and scoring 74 touchdowns.

Benson announced his retirement from professional football after playing in just one game this season with the Detroit Lions. 

Benson was found dead in his Austin home on August 17th 2019 at 36 years old due to complications from heart disease sustained over many years of playing football professionally.

Cedric Benson was a highly successful running back in college and the NFL. He set many NCAA records while playing at Louisiana State University and won several awards, including the Doak Walker Award in 2004. 

Benson also had success as a pro, rushing for over 6,000 yards and 32 touchdowns in his career. 

His biggest moment came during the 2010 season when he rushed for 163 yards and 2 touchdowns on just 14 carries against the New Orleans Saints in an important game late in the season.

Benson retired from professional football after the 2013 season but continues to work as an analyst for ESPN's College GameDay coverage of games involving LSU teams (his alma mater).

Also Played For: texas longhorns football

50. Brandon Jacobs

New York Giants

Career

• High school: Assumption, (Napoleonville, Louisiana)
• College: , Coffeyville (2001–2002), Auburn (2003), Southern Illinois (2004)
• NFL Draft: 2005 / Round: 4 / Pick: 110
• New York Giants (2005–2011), San Francisco 49ers (2012), New York Giants (2013)
• 2× Super Bowl champion (XLII, XLVI)
• Rushing yards: 5,094, Rushing average: 4.5, Rushing touchdowns: 60, Receptions: 82, Receiving yards: 743, Receiving touchdowns: 4
• Rushing yards: 5,094
• Rushing average: 4.5
• Rushing touchdowns: 60
• Receptions: 82
• Receiving yards: 743
• Receiving touchdowns: 4

Brandon Jacobs is a running back who played for the New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers in his career. He was drafted by the Giants in 2005 and spent three seasons with them before moving to Philadelphia in 2007.

In 2011, he signed with the 49ers but only played one game for them before retiring that year due to injury. Brandon Jacobs has had some success as a runner; he ranks 11th all-time on the NFL's rushing list with 10,070 yards despite playing just nine seasons of professional football.

After retirement from football, Brandon Jacobs started working as an analyst on ESPN's First Take programme alongside Stephen A Smith and Max Kellermann Brandon Jacobs was a two-time Super Bowl champion with the New York Giants. He retired in 2013 after playing for the San Francisco 49ers and New York Giants.

In his 13-year career, he rushed for over 5,000 yards and scored 60 touchdowns on the ground. Brandon also caught 82 passes for 743 yards and four touchdowns during his NFL career.

51. Marc Mariani

Tennessee Titans

Career

• High school: Havre (MT)
• College: Montana
• NFL Draft: 2010 / Round: 7 / Pick: 222
• Tennessee Titans (2010–2013), Chicago Bears (2014–2015), Tennessee Titans (2016)
• Pro Bowl (2010), PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010)
• Receptions: 27, Receiving yards: 324, Receiving touchdowns: 0, Return yards: 5,041, Return touchdowns: 3
• Receptions: 27
• Receiving yards: 324
• Receiving touchdowns: 0
• Return yards: 5,041
• Return touchdowns: 3

Marc Mariani was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 2010 NFL Draft. He played for the Titans from 2010 to 2013, before being released during training camp in 2014.

Marc Mariani then signed with the Oakland Raiders, where he played until 2016. In 2017, Marc Mariani became a free agent and joined the Indianapolis Colts as a return specialist.

He has also been a member of the New York Giants (2015), Philadelphia Eagles (2016), and Washington Redskins (2017). Mariani was a standout player at the University of Miami, where he amassed over 2,000 receiving yards and 21 touchdowns.

After being drafted by Chicago in the seventh round of the 2010 NFL Draft, Mariani made an immediate impact as a rookie receiver with 27 receptions for 324 yards and three touchdowns. In his second season with the Bears, Mariani led all Bears receivers in both catches (43) and receiving yards (582).

Signed by Tennessee prior to the start of the 2016 season, Mariani played in nine games before suffering a torn ACL against Jacksonville on October 1st ending his season prematurely.

Final Words

. . The 2010 NFL season was an exciting one for football fans around the world. The regular season brought some of the best play by players in league history, and culminated with a thrilling Super Bowl XLIV game between the St.

Louis Rams and New Orleans Saints. Although neither team managed to emerge as champions, it was still an amazing year for football lovers everywhere.