51. Madden Nfl 18 Best Players of Alltime

John Rizzo

Madden NFL 18 is the newest installment in EA Sports’ long-running football video game series. The game, available for both PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, brings with it a wealth of new features including improved graphics, an all-new story mode called “Longshot”, as well as revamped gameplay mechanics designed to give players more control over their teams than ever before. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just getting into Madden for the first time, there’s something here for everyone.

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1. David Johnson

Running back

David Johnson Career

  • Arizona Cardinals (2015–2019)
  • Houston Texans (2020–2021)
  • New Orleans Saints (2022–present)

David Johnson is a running back for the Arizona Cardinals and has had a successful career in the NFL. David Johnson was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2015 and has been with them ever since.

David Johnson is known for his speed, power, and versatility as a runner on offense. In 2018, David Johnson led all running backs with 1,087 yards from scrimmage on 116 carries (6th most in NFL). 

He also scored 10 touchdowns that year which helped lead the Arizona Cardinals to their first playoff appearance in over ten years. 

DavidJohnson earn his second Pro Bowl selection after another stellar season where he ran for 1,118 yards from scrimmage (5th best total) along with 8 touchdowns (tied 2nd most).

 DavidJohnson who just signed a 3-year contract extension worth $50 million dollars. David Johnson was a three-time first team All-Pro and two time Pro Bowler.

He is one of the most explosive running backs in NFL history, with over 4,000 rushing yards and 39 touchdowns on his resume. Johnson has also been a reliable receiver out of the backfield, catching 273 passes for 2,758 yards and 18 TDs during his career.

With back to back MVP awards under his belt (2016 & 2017), there's no doubt that David Johnson is one of the elite players in NFL history - if not THE elite player at his position.

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2. Marshal Yanda

Guard

Marshal Yanda Career

  • Super Bowl champion (XLVII)
  • 2× First-team All-Pro (2014, 2015)
  • 5× Second-team All-Pro (2011, 2012, 2016, 2018, 2019)
  • 8× Pro Bowl (2011–2016, 2018–2019)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2007)
  • Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor

Marshal Yanda started his career with the Baltimore Ravens in 2007. He played for them until 2019, winning a Super Bowl championship in 2018. 

Yanda is an extremely durable and consistent guard who has been named to two first-team All-Pro teams.

Much of his success can be attributed to his fundamentally sound play on the field and strong blocking skills. Despite being 38 years old, Marshal Yanda still possesses plenty of athleticism and strength that allows him to excel at this position.

Marshal Yanda was a key part of the Baltimore Ravens’ defensive line for over a decade. He has been selected to multiple All-Pro teams and has won two Pro Bowls. 

Yanda is also a member of the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team. Marshal Yanda retired in 2019 after playing his final season with the Ravens.

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3. Calais Campbell

Defensive end

Calais Campbell Career

  • Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2019)
  • First-team All-Pro (2017)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2016)
  • 6× Pro Bowl (2014, 2015, 2017–2020)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • Bart Starr Award (2019)
  • First-team All-ACC (2006)

Calais Campbell is a veteran defensive end with 10 years of experience in the NFL. He has played for the Arizona Cardinals, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Baltimore Ravens over the past decade.

Calais Campbell was named to the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award in 2019 for his work on and off the field. This includes being a model citizen both on and off the playing field.

Calais Campbell is known for his powerful play as a pass rusher and run stopper at the defensive end in the NFL. He recorded 41 sacks during his ten-year career, making him one of Division I-A football's top defenders ever.

Calais Campbell currently plays for the Baltimore Ravens where he continues to be a key contributor on defense even into his tenth season in professional football Campbell was a dominant force on the defensive line in his 10-year NFL career.

Campbell has been selected to multiple All-Pro teams and Pro Bowls and is one of the most decorated players in NFL history. 

He is also an eight-time ACC Defensive Player of the Year and two-time First Team All-American. Campbell retired at age 33 after playing his final season with Arizona Cardinals in 2020.

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4. C.J. Mosley

Linebacker

C.J. Mosley Career

  • 4× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2016–2018)
  • 5× Pro Bowl (2014, 2016–2018, 2022)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)
  • 2× BCS national champion (2011, 2012)
  • Butkus Award (college) (2013)
  • SEC Defensive Player of the Year (2013)
  • 2× Consensus All-American (2012, 2013)
  • 2× First-team All-SEC (2012, 2013)

C.J. Mosley is a linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens and New York Jets in the NFL. He was drafted by the Ravens in 2014, and has since played for them (2014–2018), as well as the Jets (2019-present).

Mosley has been named to four consecutive Second-team All-Pro squads, and also made five Pro Bowl appearances between 2014 and 2018. 

His accolades include being rated one of the top linebackers in football by several publications, including ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, and CBS Sports Network among others.

As an accomplished player at Alabama over three seasons from 2010 to 2013, Mosley brings leadership skills on defense with him to both teams he's played for thus far in his career.

C.J. Mosley was one of the most dominant defenders in college football during his time at Alabama, winning two BCS national championships and being named a consensus All-American both seasons.

After going undrafted in the 2013 NFL Draft, Mosley signed with the Baltimore Ravens and made an immediate impact as their starting middle linebacker, leading the team in tackles each season until he was traded to Jacksonville Jaguars this past offseason. 

As a member of the Jags, Mosley has continued to be one of the league's top defensive players while also earning accolades such as first-team All- AFC and Defensive Player of The Year honor from various publications.

5. LeSean McCoy

Running back

LeSean McCoy Career

  • 2× Super Bowl champion (LIV, LV)
  • 2× First-team All-Pro (2011, 2013)
  • 6× Pro Bowl (2011, 2013–2017)
  • NFL rushing yards leader (2013)
  • NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2011)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • Big East Offensive Player of the Year (2008)
  • Second-team All-American (2008)
  • 2× First-team All-Big East (2007, 2008)
  • Big East Rookie of the Year (2007)

LeSean McCoy is a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was also named to the first team All-Pro in 2011 and 2013. In 2015, he joined the Buffalo Bills and helped lead them to their first playoff appearance in 17 years.

McCoy signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2019, but they released him shortly after he sustained an injury during preseason play. 

He has since been picked up by Tampa Bay Buccaneers and will be looking to help them reach playoffs this year as well. LeSean McCoy was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the 2009 NFL draft.

He has been a key player for the Eagles since being drafted and has helped lead them to two NFC Championship games (2013, 2017). In 2011, he became one of only three players in NFL history to rush for over 1,000 yards and score 10 or more touchdowns in a single season. 

In 2013, he was named to his first Pro Bowl and led all running backs with 112 rushing yards during the game.

In 2016, he recorded 100+ rushing yards in five consecutive contests and finished runner-up for MVP voting behind quarterback Carson Wentz. At 27 years old, McCoy is still developing as an athlete but looks poised to continue playing at a high level into his 30s.

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6. Luke Kuechly

Linebacker

Luke Kuechly Career

  • NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2013)
  • NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2012)
  • 5× First-team All-Pro (2013–2015, 2017, 2018)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2016, 2019)
  • 7× Pro Bowl (2013–2019)
  • 2× NFL tackles leader (2012, 2014)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • 3× Butkus Award (pro) (2014, 2015, 2017)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2012)
  • Art Rooney Award (2017)
  • Bronko Nagurski Trophy (2011)
  • Lombardi Award (2011)
  • Lott Trophy (2011)
  • Butkus Award (college) (2011)
  • Jack Lambert Trophy (2011)
  • ACC Defensive Player of the Year (2011)
  • ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year (2009)
  • 2× Consensus All-American (2010, 2011)
  • 3× First-team All-ACC (2009–2011)
  • Boston College Eagles Jersey No. 40 retired

Luke Kuechly was an All-American linebacker at Boston College and was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He has been a three-time Butkus Award winner (given to college football's best linebacker) and two-time Defensive Player of the Year.

In 2019, he announced his retirement from professional football after 11 seasons with the Panthers. Luke Kuechly is a three-time first team All-American and two time consensus. He was drafted eleventh overall by the Carolina Panthers in 2012 and has since become one of the best defenders in the NFL.

In 2017, he won his fifth career Bronko Nagurski Trophy as well as his second Art Rooney Award making him only the third player ever to win both awards. Luke Kuechly is also a member of multiple Pro Bowl teams and was recently named AP Defensive Player of The Year for 2017.

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7. Greg Olsen

Tight end

Greg Olsen Career

  • Chicago Bears (2007–2010)
  • Carolina Panthers (2011–2019)
  • Seattle Seahawks (2020)

Greg Olsen is a tight end for the Carolina Panthers. He was drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2007 and played there for four seasons before being traded to the Carolina Panthers in 2011.

Olsen has been a mainstay on the Panther's roster since then, playing 155 games over six seasons with them. In 2019, he led all NFL tight ends with 1,405 receiving yards and eight touchdowns on 98 receptions.

Olson will be 38 years old at the end of this season, so it's possible that his time as an elite tight end is coming to an end soon; but no matter what happens next year, he'll always have a place in Panther lore due to his stellar play during their championship run in 2018. 

Olsen was a standout receiver at UCLA and was drafted in the third round of the 2007 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers.

Olsen has been a key player for the Panthers over his career, earning three Pro Bowl selections and two Second-team All-Pro nods. In 2015, Olsen had his best year yet, catching 76 passes for 1,104 yards and nine touchdowns. 

He also added five receptions for 56 yards in Super Bowl 50 to help Carolina win their first championship since 2004. Olsen will be 34 years old when the season begins but he should still have plenty of gas left in the tank as one of the top receivers in football.

8. Josh Norman

Cornerback

Josh Norman Career

  • Carolina Panthers (2012–2015)
  • Washington Redskins (2016–2019)
  • Buffalo Bills (2020)
  • San Francisco 49ers (2021)
  • Carolina Panthers (2022–present)

Josh Norman was born on December 15, 1987, in Greenwood, South Carolina. He attended Greenwood High School and played football for the Panthers from 2008-2011 before going to Coastal Carolina University.

After three seasons at Coastal Carolina, Josh Norman was drafted by the Panthers in 2012 and has spent his entire career with them. In 2016 he signed with the Redskins and stayed there until 2019 when he joined the Bills.

In 2020 Josh moved to San Francisco where he remains currently as a starting cornerback for their Super Bowl contenders this season. Josh Norman is a talented and experienced cornerback who has played in the NFL for six seasons.

He was First-team All-Pro in 2015 and a Pro Bowl selection that year. Norman also earned first-team FCS All-American honors in 2011, making him one of the most decorated players in his position to date. Known for his aggressive playstyle, Norman is an asset on both defense and special teams units.

His potential departure from Washington could open up a spot on another team’s roster as he enters the final year of his contract this season.

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9. Geno Atkins

Defensive tackle

Geno Atkins Career

  • 2× First-team All-Pro (2012, 2015)
  • Second-team All-Pro (2011)
  • 8× Pro Bowl (2011, 2012, 2014–2019)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • First-team All-SEC (2007)
  • Second-team All-SEC (2009)

Geno Atkins is a defensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals, and he has been an All-Pro twice. At 6 feet 1 inch tall and 300 pounds, Atkins is one of the strongest players in the NFL.

He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2010, and he has since helped them to three playoff appearances. Geno Atkins will be 34 years old at the end of this season, but his strength and determination continue to make him one of the best defenders in football.

Geno Atkins is a dominant defensive tackle in the NFL, and he has been one of the best players in his position for several years. He was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft, and he has since played for them as well as other teams in the league.

In 2011, Atkins was named second-team All-Pro and won eight Pro Bowl appearances over nine seasons with Cincinnati and Atlanta Falcons. 

Geno Atkins also received First-team All-SEC honors from SEC coaches twice during his career - once in 2007 and again in 2009. At 6'3", and 295 pounds, Geno Atkins is an imposing force on defense who can stop most running plays or pass attempts with ease.

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10. A. J. Green

Wide receiver

A. J. Green Career

  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2012, 2013)
  • 7× Pro Bowl (2011–2017)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
  • 2× First-team All-American (2009, 2010)
  • 2× First-team All-SEC (2008, 2009)
  • Second-team All-SEC (2010)
  • SEC Freshman of the Year (2008)

A. J. Green is a wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals and Arizona Cardinals, having played in both organizations since 2011. He has been an All-Pro twice during his career and was named to the Pro Bowl in 2013.

Green attended Georgia from 2008 to 2010, where he starred as a receiver for the Bulldogs before being drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft. 

In four seasons with Cincy, Green racked up 1,041 receiving yards and eight touchdowns on 158 receptions; he also added 43 carries for 269 yards and two scores over that span.

In 2015, Green signed with Arizona as a free agent; he caught 71 passes for 1,057 yards (a career high) and six touchdowns en route to earning Second Team All-Pro honors at his new homecoming team while appearing in 14 games overall (13 starts). 

As one of only three players ever to record more than 2,000 receiving yards each season with two different teams (alongside Brandon Marshall & Dez Bryant), Aqib Talib called him "the best WR I have ever seen." Likely destined for Hall-of-Fame induction someday soon.

A. J. Green is one of the best receivers in the NFL and has been a key part of Cincinnati's offense for years. He was named to his first Pro Bowl in 2011 and has made two more appearances since then, as well as being named First-team All-American twice. 

In 2010, he was also selected to the SEC Freshman team after amassing over 1,000 yards receiving on just 30 receptions that season alone. 

With 68 touchdowns in his career so far, Green is one of the most prolific wideouts in NFL history - and there's no doubt he'll continue to be a huge asset for whichever team acquires him next year.

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11. Aqib Talib

Cornerback

Aqib Talib Career

  • Super Bowl champion (50)
  • First-team All-Pro (2016)
  • Second-team All-Pro (2013)
  • 5× Pro Bowl (2013–2017)
  • Jack Tatum Trophy (2007)
  • Consensus First-team All-American (2007)
  • 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2006, 2007)

Aqib Talib is a former cornerback who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New England Patriots, and Denver Broncos. Aqib Talib was drafted by the Buccaneers in 2008 and spent four seasons with them before being traded to the Patriots in 2012.

He appeared in 43 games for the Patriots over two seasons before signing with the Broncos ahead of their 2014 season opener. 

After spending three seasons with Denver, he signed on with Los Angeles Rams this offseason as a free agent. Aqib Talib is a five-time Pro Bowler and two-time first-team All-American.

He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second round of the 2007 NFL Draft and played for them until he was traded to Denver in 2016. 

In his time with Denver, he won a Super Bowl title (2016) and was named an All-Pro four times. After leaving Denver, Talib signed with the Miami Dolphins where he has continued to play at a high level, winning another Super Bowl championship this year as part of their team.

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12. Chris Harris Jr.

Cornerback

Chris Harris Jr. Career

  • Super Bowl champion (50)
  • First-team All-Pro (2016)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2015)
  • 4× Pro Bowl (2014–2016, 2018)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team

Harris was signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2011. Harris made his NFL debut with the Broncos in Week 3 of the 2011 season and quickly established himself as a top cornerback in the league, helping lead Denver to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances (2015 and 2016).

After injuries limited him to just nine games in 2018, Harris was traded to the Los Angeles Chargers during the offseason and has since emerged as one of their best defenders once again. 

The Saints acquired Harris in early September 2020 and have been very pleased with his play so far this season, leading New Orleans to a 6–1 record thus far.

Harris has had a successful NFL career, playing for the Denver Broncos and now the Baltimore Ravens. He’s won two Super Bowls with Denver as well as four Pro Bowl appearances. 

Harris is known for his aggressive play on defense, often going after opposing quarterbacks aggressively. This style of play has led to him accumulating numerous statistics and awards over his long career in the NFL.

Harris will be 38 years old at the end of this season, so it may be time for him to retire from professional football. 

However, he remains one of the top defenders in the league and could continue to contribute significantly if given another chance by an NFL team next year or later on in his career.

13. Matt Ryan

Quarterback

Matt Ryan Career

  • NFL Most Valuable Player (2016)
  • NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2016)
  • NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2008)
  • First-team All-Pro (2016)
  • 4× Pro Bowl (2010, 2012, 2014, 2016)
  • NFL passer rating leader (2016)
  • NFL completion percentage leader (2012)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2008)
  • Bert Bell Award (2016)
  • Manning Award (2007)
  • Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (2007)
  • ACC Player of the Year (2007)
  • ACC Offensive Player of the Year (2007)
  • First-team All-American (2007)
  • First-team All-ACC (2007)
  • Boston College Eagles Jersey No. 12 retired

Matt Ryan is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time Super Bowl champion with the Atlanta Falcons. Matt Ryan was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in 2008 and has spent his entire career with the team, winning two Super Bowls.

In 2017, he became only the fifth quarterback in NFL history to throw for over 5,000 yards in four consecutive seasons. He married actress Laverne Cox in 2018 and they have one child together. Matt Ryan is a two-time NFL MVP and four-time Pro Bowler.

He has led the Falcons to an NFC South title in each of his five seasons as their quarterback, making him one of only three players ever to accomplish that feat. 

His stellar play has helped Atlanta make it to the playoffs every year he’s been there, including back-to-back appearances in the Super Bowl (2015 and 2016).

Ryan also holds many passing records for his team, such as most completions in a season (539), most touchdown passes in a career (71), and most yards gained per game by any player with at least 2,000 attempts.

14. Julio Jones

Wide receiver

Julio Jones Career

  • 2× First-team All-Pro (2015, 2016)
  • 3× Second-team All-Pro (2017–2019)
  • 7× Pro Bowl (2012, 2014–2019)
  • 2× NFL receiving yards leader (2015, 2018)
  • NFL receptions co-leader (2015)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
  • BCS national champion (2009)
  • SEC Freshman of the Year (2008)
  • First-team All-SEC (2010)
  • Second-team All-SEC (2008)

Julio Jones is one of the most accomplished receivers in NFL history. He has won multiple awards and accolades, including three consecutive Pro Bowl appearances from 2015 to 2017.

Julio Jones was drafted sixth overall by the Atlanta Falcons in 2011 and has since had an illustrious career with the team. He enjoyed a stellar rookie season, setting league records for receiving yards and touchdowns while also being named Rookie of the Year.

In 2018, he led all wide receivers with 1,409 yards on 107 receptions as part of an explosive Atlanta offense that went deep into playoff contention. 

Julio Jones remains one of the top players in the game today - his combination of size (6'3", 220lbs), speed (he's running a 4.33 40-yard dash) and ability to make spectacular catches makes him a difficult player to defend no matter who he plays against.

As one of only six players ever to have at least 10,000 receiving yards and 500 touchdown receptions in their career, Julio Jones is unquestionably one of football's greatest talents ever. Julio Jones is a well-known and highly decorated NFL player. 

He has won multiple awards and accolades throughout his career, including 2 first-team All-Pro selections and 3 second-team All-Pros. Julio Jones was drafted 1st overall by the Atlanta Falcons in 2011, making him one of the most talented players to ever enter the league.

Julio Jones had an outstanding rookie season, catching 96 passes for 1,426 yards and 10 touchdowns - all rookie records at the time. 

In 2012, Julio Jones became just the 5th player in NFL history to record over 1000 receiving yards in a single season – he finished with 1126 yards on 147 receptions alone. 

In 2013, Julio Jones led the Falcons to their first Super Bowl victory since 1999 (they also made it back to The Big Game in 2017). 

During that game, he caught 11 passes for 154 yards and 2 touchdowns – an amazing performance that helped seal Atlanta’s place as kings of football once again.

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15. Alex Mack

Center

Alex Mack Career

  • 3× Second-team All-Pro (2013, 2016, 2017)
  • 7× Pro Bowl (2010, 2013, 2015–2018, 2021)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2009)
  • 3× First-team All-Pac-10 (2006–2008)
  • 2× Morris Trophy (2007, 2008)
  • Draddy Trophy (2008)

Alex Mack is a center for the Atlanta Falcons. He started his career with the Cleveland Browns, before being traded to the Atlanta Falcons in 2016. Alex Mack has played in both the NFL and college football, and he was a first-round pick of the Cleveland Browns in 2009.

Alex Mack has been an important part of several successful teams throughout his career, including stints with the Cleveland Browns (2009–2015), Atlanta Falcons (2016–2020), and Los Angeles Rams (2018). 

Alex Mack is known for his athleticism and leadership skills on both sides of the ball, which have helped him win multiple awards and accolades over time.

In 2020, at age 37 years old, Alex Mack will be retiring from professional football after 10 seasons playing professionally Alex Mack was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft. 

He played college football at Ohio State and has since been a mainstay on their offensive line for many years. In 2018, he announced his retirement from professional football after 18 seasons with the Niners.

Mack is considered to be one of the best centers in NFL history and was an integral part of several successful teams during his career including San Francisco, Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs, and Oakland Raiders.

16. Zack Martin

Guard

Zack Martin Career

  • 5× First-team All-Pro (2014, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2015, 2017)
  • 8× Pro Bowl (2014–2019, 2021, 2022)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • Second-team All-American (2012)
  • 2013 Pinstripe Bowl MVP

Zack Martin was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2014 NFL Draft. He has played for the Dallas Cowboys since then and is a regular starter on their offensive line.

Zack Martin has been described as an extremely reliable player who always puts his team first. His accolades include two Pro Bowl appearances (2015, 2017) and being named First-Team All-Pro twice (2014, 2016).

Zack Martin is an All-Pro center for the Dallas Cowboys and a three-time First-team All-Pro. He played college football at Notre Dame where he was a unanimous first-team All-American as well as the winner of both the Morris Trophy and Lombardi Award.

Zack Martin has started 131 games in his NFL career, all with the Dallas Cowboys, since being drafted in the second round of the 2010 draft.

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17. Tyron Smith

Tackle

Tyron Smith Career

  • 2× First-team All-Pro (2014, 2016)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2013, 2015)
  • 8× Pro Bowl (2013–2019, 2021)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
  • Morris Trophy (2010)
  • First-team All-Pac-10 (2010)

Tyron Smith is a dominant offensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys. He was drafted by the Cowboys in 2011 and has since become one of their key players on the offensive line.

Smith is known for his strength, discipline, and ability to block effectively in pass-protection or run-blocking situations. In 2017, he was named to his first Pro Bowl after recording 39 tackles (including 2 sacks) and 1 interception during the regular season campaign with Dallas.

Tyron Smith will be an important player for the Cowboys as they attempt to defend their NFC East title in 2018 alongside stars like Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott Tyron Smith is one of the best offensive linemen in NFL history. 

He has been a two-time first-team all-pro and was also selected to seven Pro Bowls during his career.

Tyron Smith played at Arizona State before being drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 2007. After spending four seasons with Dallas, he was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2011 where he spent five more seasons until joining the San Francisco 49ers in 2019. 

Tyron Smith's combination of size and athleticism makes him one of the most difficult players for opposing defenses to block and this has helped him accumulate numerous accolades including eight Pro Bowl appearances and two First-team All-Pro selections.

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18. Ndamukong Suh

Defensive tackle

Ndamukong Suh 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).

Also Played For: detroit lions, college football

19. Jordy Nelson

Wide receiver

Jordy Nelson Career

  • Super Bowl champion (XLV)
  • NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2016)
  • Second-team All-Pro (2014)
  • Pro Bowl (2014)
  • NFL receiving touchdowns leader (2016)
  • Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
  • Consensus All-American (2007)
  • First-team All-Big 12 (2007)

Jordy Nelson is a wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers and was drafted in 2008. He played college football at Kansas State, where he set numerous receiving records.

After being drafted by the Packers, Nelson had an impressive rookie season and became one of their most important players. In 2013, Nelson suffered a torn ACL that kept him out for the majority of the year, but he came back to have another successful season.

During his time with Green Bay, Nelson has won two Super Bowls (2011 and 2017) and received multiple awards including NFL MVP in 2011 and All-Pro honors four times (2008–11). 

On February 24th, 2018 it was announced that Jordy would be leaving Green Bay after 11 seasons to join Oakland Raiders as their new receiver.

Jordy Nelson is a five-time Pro Bowler and two-time NFL receiving touchdowns leader. He was drafted by the Packers in 2008 and has since made an impact on both sides of the ball, as a receiver and returner. 

In his 13 seasons with the team, he's led them to three playoff appearances, including back-to-back NFC Championships in 2010 and 2011.

He will be remembered most fondly for his role in Green Bay's Super Bowl victory over Seattle in 2014 - becoming just the second player ever to win multiple rings with two different teams (the other being Jerry Rice). 

The 33-year-old announced his retirement from professional football earlier this year after recording 1,519 yards and 10 touchdowns through 16 games during 2018 season.

Also Played For: green bay packers, kansas state university

20. Bobby Wagner

Linebacker

Bobby Wagner Career

  • Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
  • 6× First-team All-Pro (2014, 2016–2020)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2015, 2021)
  • 8× Pro Bowl (2014–2021)
  • 2× NFL tackles leader (2016, 2019)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2012)
  • 3× First-team All-WAC (2009–2011)
  • Senior Bowl MVP (2012)

Wagner was a two-time All-Pro linebacker with the Seattle. Seahawks in his six seasons there. 

He signed with the Los. Angeles Rams as a free agent in 2022 and have since been an important part of their defense.

Wagner is known for being very physical and aggressive on the field, which has helped him accumulate over 100 tackles each season during his time with the Rams. 

He is expected to retire after this season, having played in all but one game throughout his career thus far.

Wagner was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He has been a consistent performer for Seattle and is considered to be one of the best middle linebackers in football. 

Wagner has won multiple awards, including two Pro Bowls and eight Super Bowl rings with Seattle as a member of their team.

He was also named First-team All-Pro in 2014, 2016–2020, and Second-team All-Pro in 2015 and 2021 respectively. In 2019 he became the NFL tackles leader with 137 tackles played throughout the season.

Also Played For: los aggeles rams

21. Eric Weddle

Free safety

Eric Weddle Career

  • Super Bowl champion (LVI)
  • 2× First-team All-Pro (2011, 2014)
  • 3× Second-team All-Pro (2010, 2012, 2013)
  • 6× Pro Bowl (2011, 2013, 2014, 2016–2018)
  • NFL interceptions co-leader (2011)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • Consensus All-American (2006)
  • 2× MW Defensive Player of the Year (2005, 2006)
  • 2× First-team All-MW (2005, 2006)

Eric Weddle was drafted in the second round of the 2007 NFL draft by the San Diego Chargers. He played for them from 2007 to 2015, before signing with the Baltimore Ravens in 2016.

He has also spent time with the Los Angeles Rams and Jacksonville Jaguars since then. Eric Weddle is a safety who excels at making tackles and defending passes. He has been named to several All-Pro teams and won a Super Bowl with the Ravens in 2017.

Eric Weddle Eric Weddle is a 3-time Pro Bowler and two-time First-team All-American. He was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in the first round of the 2006 NFL Draft and played for them until they traded him to the Baltimore Ravens in 2015. 

Weddle has been a mainstay on both sides of the ball for Baltimore, leading all safeties with 129 tackles last season alone.

In 2019 he helped lead his team to their first Super Bowl victory since 2013, becoming just one of four players ever to win a championship as both an undrafted free agent and starter (alongside Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and Joe Montana).

Also Played For: los angeles chargers, san diego chargers

22. Dont'a Hightower

Linebacker

Dont Career

  • 3× Super Bowl champion (XLIX, LI, LIII)
  • Second-team All-Pro (2016)
  • 2× Pro Bowl (2016, 2019)
  • New England Patriots All-2010s Team
  • New England Patriots All-Dynasty Team
  • 2× BCS national champion (2009, 2011)
  • Consensus All-American (2011)
  • First-team All-SEC (2011)

Hightower is a linebacker for the New England Patriots and has been with the team since 2012. Hightower was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2012, and he quickly became a key player on their defense.

Hightower has won several awards throughout his career, including being named to three Pro Bowls and two All-Pro teams. Hightower is also known for his leadership skills, and he often leads by example on the field.

Hightower is set to continue playing with the New England Patriots until 2021 Dont'a Hightower was a 3x Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots and 2x Pro Bowler. In 2011, Dont'a Hightower was voted as the consensus All-American and first-team All-SEC.

After being drafted by the Patriots in the second round of the 2012 NFL Draft, Dont’a Hightower quickly established himself as one of their most consistent defenders. In 2016, he won his first career Pro Bowl award after recording 77 tackles and 8 sacks that season.

The 2019 campaign saw him record 132 tackles (7th best on the team) and 2 interceptions while also forcing two fumbles which helped lead to another trip to Hawaii for the Pats.

Also Played For: new england patriots

23. Malcolm Butler

Cornerback

Malcolm Butler Career

  • 2× Super Bowl champion (XLIX, LI)
  • Second-team All-Pro (2016)
  • Pro Bowl (2015)
  • New England Patriots All-2010s Team
  • 2× First-team All-GSC (2012, 2013)

Butler was born in Mississippi and attended high school in Vicksburg. He went on to play college football at West Alabama, where he became a two-time All-American cornerback.

Butler was not drafted by any NFL teams in 2014, but the New England Patriots signed him as an undrafted free agent that year. 

Butler has since started for the Patriots in all 16 of their playoff games, winning three Super Bowl titles (2014–17).

In 2018, after starting every game for the Titans and being named Defensive Player of the Year, he signed with Arizona Cardinals before again rekindling his success with New England during the 2020 season. 

Butler was drafted by the New England Patriots in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft.

He became a vital part of their secondary, starting all 16 games in both seasons he played for them. In 2015 and 2016, Butler won Super Bowl championships with the Patriots. 

He has also been selected to two first-team All-Pro teams and one second-team All-Pro team over his career so far.

24. Drew Brees

Quarterback

Drew Brees Career

  • Super Bowl champion (XLIV)
  • Super Bowl MVP (XLIV)
  • 2× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2008, 2011)
  • Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2006)
  • NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2004)
  • First-team All-Pro (2006)
  • 4× Second-team All-Pro (2008, 2009, 2011, 2018)
  • 13× Pro Bowl (2004, 2006, 2008–2014, 2016–2019)
  • 7× NFL passing yards leader (2006, 2008, 2011, 2012, 2014–2016)
  • 4× NFL passing touchdowns leader (2008, 2009, 2011, 2012)
  • 2× NFL passer rating leader (2009, 2018)
  • 6× NFL completion percentage leader (2009–2011, 2017–2019)
  • Art Rooney Award (2018)
  • Bart Starr Award (2011)
  • Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2010)
  • AP Athlete of the Year (2010)
  • Bert Bell Award (2009)
  • George Halas Award (2007)
  • Maxwell Award (2000)
  • Chicago Tribune Silver Football (2000)
  • 2× Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year (1998, 2000)

Brees was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He attended Westlake High School before playing college football at Purdue. Brees played for the San Diego Chargers and New Orleans Saints during his professional career.

In 2020, he will be retiring from the NFL after 22 seasons with the New Orleans Saints Drew Brees is one of the most decorated quarterbacks in NFL history. 

He has won multiple championships, accolades, and awards including a Super Bowl MVP and Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.

Drew Brees has played for some of the best teams in the league including the Saints, Colts, and Giants. 

He led his teams to victory time after time with his accurate passing skills. Drew Brees will be 39 years old at the end of this season but he still shows no signs of slowing down as he leads his team to another playoff run.

Also Played For: new orleans saints, purdue boilermakers football

25. Cam Jordan

Defensive end

Cam Jordan Career

  • First-team All-Pro (2017)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2018, 2019)
  • 7× Pro Bowl (2013, 2015, 2017–2021)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • First-team All-Pac-10 (2010)

Cameron Jordan is a versatile defender who has played in the NFL for six seasons. He was drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2011 and has since become an integral part of their defense.

Jordan is known for his explosiveness off the line of scrimmage, as well as his strength and size at the defensive end. His playmaking abilities have helped him win numerous awards, including two Pro Bowl selections over the course of his career so far.

Cam Jordan is a talented and experienced defensive lineman who has had an impressive career in the NFL. Jordan was a first-team All-Pro in 2017 and has been a key player for the Los Angeles Rams over the past few years. 

He is known for his dominance on the interior of the line, as well as his ability to force fumbles and intercept passes. Jordan will be crucial if Los Angeles hopes to defend their title this season, and he is one of the most complete defenders in football.

Also Played For: university of california

26. Landon Collins

Safety

Landon Collins Career

  • First-team All-Pro (2016)
  • 3× Pro Bowl (2016–2018)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2015)
  • BCS national champion (2013)
  • Unanimous All-American (2014)
  • First-team All-SEC (2014)

Landon Collins is a safety and linebacker for the New York Giants. He was born in 1994 in Louisiana and played college football at Alabama. 

Collins was drafted by the Washington Redskins in 2015 but did not play with them until 2019 when he joined the Giants.

In 2021, Collins signed with the New York Giants and has since remained there as of 2018. Landon Collins is one of the most decorated players in college football history. He was a unanimous first-team All-American and led Alabama to their fourth BCS national championship in 2013.

Collins was drafted by the New York Giants with the sixth overall pick in the 2014 NFL draft, and he has been an integral part of their defense ever since. He has made six Pro Bowls and won three Super Bowls with them as well. 

Collins is known for his aggressive play on defense, which has resulted in him accumulating over 600 tackles, 41 sacks, 12 interceptions, 7 forced fumbles, 5 fumble recoveries, and 2 touchdowns throughout his career so far.

Also Played For: new york giants

27. Ben Roethlisberger

Quarterback

Ben Roethlisberger Career

  • 2× Super Bowl champion (XL, XLIII)
  • NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2004)
  • 6× Pro Bowl (2007, 2011, 2014–2017)
  • 2× NFL passing yards leader (2014, 2018)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2004)
  • MAC Most Valuable Player (2003)
  • MAC Offensive Player of the Year (2003)
  • MAC Freshman of the Year (2001)
  • Miami (OH) RedHawks No. 7 retired[1]

Ben Roethlisberger is a four-time Super Bowl champion and two-time MVP. He has led the Pittsburgh Steelers to eight playoff appearances, including five AFC Championships and one Super Bowl victory.

In 2017, he became only the sixth quarterback in NFL history with at least 25,000 passing yards and 5,000 rushing yards in a career. Ben was born March 2nd, 1982 in Lima Ohio United States of America.

After starring for Findlay High School where he won three state championships as well as being named All-American twice; Roethlisberger enrolled at Miami (OH) University which had just lost its starting quarterback. 

National Football League draft eligibility rule changed that year - so Roethlisberger started all 13 games of his freshman season throwing for 3299 yards and 26 touchdowns against 11 interceptions while also adding 636 rushing yards on 106 carries with 10 TDs.

Ben would redshirt his sophomore season due to NCAA transfer rules but come back ready to win The 2004 National Championship game vs Southern California scoring 4 touchdowns while completing 21 out of 33 passes for 290 yards with no interceptions leading Miami from behind 27–24 with 1:04 left in regulation.

The comeback victory earned him Most Valuable Player honors alongside running back Willis McGahee who rushed for 151 yards on 29 carries. 7 That same year saw Big Ben lead the team to an 8–0 start before suffering what would turn out to be a serious knee injury. 

Jacksonville Jaguars putting them into must-win territory late in their Week 9 matchup...after returning subsequent weeks however they dropped consecutive contests making it clear that without #7 there could never be another undefeated season by Pitt.

Returning home during halftime of their next game v West Virginia Mountaineers QB Pat White suffered what looked like another serious knee injury but instead managed an offhanded snap resulting in White fumbling which was recovered by LB Terence Garvin giving Pitt new life & momentum going into overtime holding onto a 35–31 victory.

Ultimately surgery revealed that not only did Ben suffer from tearing both ACLs but meniscus damage meaning if he attempted any quick movements or jumps after this point he risked re-injury/potentially losing his leg completely.

Undeterred though Ben returned full force training camp ultimately proving himself once again upon return taking over as starting Quarterback midway through 2006 & led the team thru 2007 compiling 18 wins including playoffs appearance beating. 

Cincinnati Bengals 20−17 thanks primarily to Ben Roethlisberger is a 2-time Super Bowl champion and 6-time Pro Bowler.

He was the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2004 and has since been one of the league's top quarterbacks. In 2007, he became the first player in NFL history to throw for over 5,000 yards in three consecutive seasons. 

He led Pittsburgh to their third Lombardi Trophy in 2017 and his fourth overall championship earlier this year with a victory over New England in Super Bowl LII. 

His statistical achievements are among the best ever recorded by a quarterback and he will be remembered as one of football's all-time greats.

Also Played For: pittsburgh steelers

28. Le'Veon Bell

Running back

Le Career

  • 2× First-team All-Pro (2014, 2017)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2016, 2017)
  • 3× Pro Bowl (2014, 2016, 2017)
  • First-team All-American (2012)
  • First-team All-Big Ten (2012)
  • Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl Off. MVP (2012)

Le'Veon Bell is a running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers and has been in the NFL since 2013. In his four seasons with the Steelers, he's racked up over 1,500 yards rushing and 10 touchdowns.

He was traded to the New York Jets in 2019 and had an excellent season with them, amassing over 1,200 yards from scrimmage and nine touchdowns. 

His contract expires at the end of 2020 and it's uncertain whether or not he'll return to the NFL next year or retire after such a successful career so far.

Le'Veon Bell is a professional American football player who was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He has since played for them and been named to two Pro Bowls, as well as being First-team All-Pro twice. 

Bell also holds numerous rushing records, including the most yards in a career (6,554) and consecutive games with 100 or more yards from scrimmage (14).

In March 2019, it was announced that he would be Suspended Without Pay for the entire season after refusing to sign his contract extension with the Steelers.

29. Trent Williams

Tackle

Trent Williams Career

  • First-team All-Pro (2021)
  • Second-team All-Pro (2015)
  • 10× Pro Bowl (2012–2018, 2020−2022)
  • Washington Commanders 90 Greatest
  • Unanimous All-American (2009)
  • 2× first-team All-Big 12 (2008, 2009)

Trent Williams is a 34-year-old offensive tackle who was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the 2010 NFL Draft. 

He has spent his entire career with the Redskins, playing for them from 2010 to 2019 before moving on to the San Francisco 49ers in 2020.

Trent Williams is known for being an incredibly durable player and having fantastic technique when blocking defensive players. He has made three consecutive Pro Bowls (2012–2014) and won a Super Bowl ring with Washington in 2017. 

Williams will be 38 years old at the end of the 2021 season and it remains to be seen whether or not he will continue playing after that point given his age and recent injury history.

Trent Williams is a longtime starter at left tackle for the Washington Redskins. He has earned first-team All-Pro honors four times and was also named to the second team in 2015. 

Williams has also been selected to play in 10 Pro Bowls, including this year's game which will take place on January 27th, 2022. 

In 2009, Trent Williams was unanimously named an All-American and led his team to back-to-back Big 12 championships that season.

As one of the best offensive linemen in NFL history, Trent Williams should be considered for induction into the Hall of Fame when his career comes to a close later this decade or early 2020s.

Also Played For: oklahoma sooners football, san francisco 49ers

30. Kyle Juszczyk

Fullback

Kyle Juszczyk Career

  • Baltimore Ravens (2013–2016)
  • San Francisco 49ers (2017–present)

Kyle Juszczyk was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He spent three seasons with the Ravens before being traded to San Francisco in 2018.

Juszczyk has played fullback for both Baltimore and San Francisco but is likely best known as a running back on offense. He led all fullbacks with 1,032 rushing yards in 2018 and scored 10 touchdowns on the ground that season.

Juszczyk also recorded 21 receptions for 207 yards during his time with San Francisco that year, showing he can be an effective receiver out of the backfield as well as a blocker on special teams units Kyle Juszczyk is a versatile running back and receiver for the San Francisco 49ers.

He started his NFL career as a fullback but has since moved to wide receiver and running back. Juszczyk was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth round of the 2014 NFL draft and spent three seasons with them before signing with the 49ers in 2017. 

In his first season with San Francisco, he led all players in receptions (237) and receiving yards (2,264).

He also scored 13 touchdowns on the ground and five through passes. In 2018, Kyle had another productive season playing both as a runner and receiver for San Francisco; he finished third on the team with 1,145 rushing yards along with 15 touchdown runs from scrimmage. 

Kyle will be an important part of Head Coach Kyle Shanahan's offense moving forward as he looks to build on their recent success in franchise history.

31. Richard Sherman

Cornerback

Richard Sherman Career

  • Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
  • 3× First-team All-Pro (2012–2014)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2015, 2019)
  • 5× Pro Bowl (2013–2016, 2019)
  • NFL interceptions leader (2013)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)

Sherman was born in Compton, California, and attended Manuel Dominguez High School. Sherman played college football at Stanford where he was a two-time All-American and won the 2009 Heisman Trophy.

After his successful collegiate career, Sherman was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the fifth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He spent six seasons with the team before signing with the San Francisco 49ers in 2018.

Sherman has been considered one of the best cornerbacks in league history and is currently a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers roster. Sherman was drafted in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks.

Sherman has been a dominant player for both his team and the league, winning several awards along the way including 3x First-team All-Pro (2012-2014), 2x Second-team All-Pro (2015, 2019), and 5 Pro Bowls. Sherman is known for his lockdown coverage which has led to him being named NFL interceptions leader three times (2013).

Despite his dominance on defense, Sherman also excels on offense as he leads all players with 74 receptions during his career - 50 of those coming in 2018 alone.

Also Played For: stanford cardinal football

32. Earl Thomas

Free safety

Earl Thomas 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.

Also Played For: seattle seahawks, texas longhorns football

33. Kam Chancellor

Strong safety

Kam Chancellor Career

  • Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2013, 2014)
  • 4× Pro Bowl (2011, 2013–2015)
  • Second-team All-ACC (2009)

Kam Chancellor is a strong safety for the Seattle Seahawks. He was drafted in the fifth round of the 2010 NFL Draft and has played his entire career with the team.

Chancellor is known for his hard hits, especially against receivers in the red zone. He has made two Pro Bowls and four All-Pro teams during his time with Seattle. In 2017, Kam Chancellor was placed on injured reserve after suffering a neck injury in Week 10 against Carolina Panthers.

Kam Chancellor will turn 35 years old this year and it's possible that he could retire at the end of the 2017 season Kam Chancellor is a veteran safety for the Seattle Seahawks and was key in their victory in Super Bowl XLVIII. 

He has been named to multiple All-Pro teams and led the NFL with 12 interceptions in 2015.

Chancellor also has 607 tackles, 2 sacks, 9 forced fumbles, 3 fumble recoveries, and 1 interception returned for a touchdown during his career.

Also Played For: virginia tech

34. Gerald McCoy

Defensive tackle

Gerald McCoy Career

  • First-team All-Pro (2013)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2016)
  • 6× Pro Bowl (2012–2017)
  • Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year (2007)
  • 2× First-team All-American (2008, 2009)
  • 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2008, 2009)

Gerald McCoy was drafted first overall in the 2010 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He played college football at Oklahoma and helped lead the team to a BCS National Championship in 2009.

After spending four seasons with the Buccaneers, he signed with the Carolina Panthers in 2019. In 2020, Gerald McCoy joined his third NFL team when he signed with the Dallas Cowboys. 

Outside of football, McCoy is also involved in charity work and promotes healthy eating habits among youth through his "Gerald McCoy Foundation".

He has been married to his wife Korie since 2013 and they have two children together - daughter Kiari (born 2016) and son Knox (born 2018). Gerald McCoy is a two-time Second Team All-Pro and six-time Pro Bowler.

McCoy was an early standout at Oklahoma, earning First-Team All-American honors as a freshman in 2007. 

He became one of the top defensive players in the NFL during his seven seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before joining the Dallas Cowboys in 2017.

Gerald McCoy will be missed by both teams he has played for – Tampa Bay and Dallas have each said goodbye to their best player since signing with another team this offseason.

Also Played For: tampa bay buccaneers

35. Donald Penn

Tackle

Donald Penn Career

  • Minnesota Vikings (2006)
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2006–2013)
  • Oakland Raiders (2014–2018)
  • Washington Redskins (2019)

Donald Penn was a highly successful offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Despite being undrafted in 2006, Penn has established himself as one of the top tackles in the NFL.

He is an eight-time Pro Bowler and four-time First Team All-Pro selection. Donald Penn was born on April 27, 1983, in Los Angeles, California to parents who were both immigrants from Haiti.

After graduating from high school in 2002, Penn attended Utah State University where he played football under head coach Gary Andersen. 

In 2006, after not being drafted by any team during the pre-draft process, Penn signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an unheralded free agent linebacker/offensive lineman hybrid player (he had originally been recruited to play quarterback at Utah State).

The Viking's coaches quickly realized that they had found their future starting left tackle and he started 10 games over his first two seasons there before signing with the Oakland Raiders as a free agent prior to the 2009 season. 

While playing for three different teams during his six years in the NFL (the Minnesota Vikings, Oakland Raiders, and Philadelphia Eagles ), Pitt made history by becoming just one of only nine players ever to achieve 100 starts at multiple positions along the offensive line.

At 6 ft 4in tall and 315lb., Donald has size and strength comparable only to some of today’s elite defensive linemen but instead uses it primarily for blocking purposes; allowing rushers such as Khalil Mack or Von Miller limited time against either him or fellow Raider teammate Gabe Jackson. 

Donald is married with three children and currently resides near Philadelphia where he continues his coaching career working alongside Lane Kiffin as a graduate assistant at USC Donald Penn was originally signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent in 2006.

He played for the Oakland Raiders from 2014 to 2018 and then moved to Washington Redskins in 2019. Donald Penn is a versatile offensive lineman who has started 189 games over his career,

 including three times at left tackle and twice at right tackle. He has been a Pro Bowler three times (2010, 2016, 2017) and second-team All-WAC selection in 2005.

36. Brandon Graham

Defensive end

Brandon Graham Career

  • Super Bowl champion (LII)
  • Second-team All-Pro (2016)
  • Pro Bowl (2020)
  • Big Ten Most Valuable Player (2009)
  • First-team All-American (2009)
  • First-team All-Big Ten (2009)
  • Second-team All-Big Ten (2008)

Graham was drafted 13th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2010 NFL Draft. He has played for the Eagles since 2010 and has been a mainstay on their defensive line ever since.

Graham is a two-time Pro Bowler, having received his first accolade in 2017 after recording 11 sacks that season. 

His athleticism and explosiveness have made him one of the best defensive ends in football over the course of his career so far.

Brandon Graham is a former first-team All-American and pro bowl selection who had an outstanding career in the NFL. 

Graham was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2009 draft and played there for six seasons before being traded to Seattle Seahawks in 2017.

In his six years with Philadelphia, Graham recorded 449 tackles, 70 sacks, 21 forced fumbles, 7 fumble recoveries, and 8 pass deflections. 

After two seasons with Seattle (2017-2018), he was traded to Arizona Cardinals where he finished out his career last season.

Also Played For: philadelphia eagles

37. John Hekker

Punter

John Hekker Career

  • Super Bowl champion (LVI)
  • 4× First-team All-Pro (2013, 2015–2017)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2018)
  • 4× Pro Bowl (2013, 2015–2017)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team

Hekker is a six-foot-five inch punter for the Carolina Panthers. He has been with the team since he was drafted in 2012 and has played every game during his career thus far.

Hekker is one of only three players to have double digit punting average in each of their first 10 seasons in the NFL, joining Chris Kluwe and Dave Zastudil. In 2016, Johnny Hekker led all NFL Punters with an impressive 44 net yards per punt on 98 attempts (44th overall).

Outside of football, Hekker enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf when he can get away from practice or games. John Hekker is a former punter for the Los Angeles Rams and current free agent. John Hekker holds NFL records for most punt yards in a season (46,914) and longest punt in a Super Bowl (78).

As of Week 17, 2022, John Hekker had 802 punts during his career with the Rams. In addition to his punting record-breaking accomplishments, John has also been named First or Second Team All Pro four times and was voted to three Pro Bowls as well.

Also Played For: oregon state beavers, los angeles rams

38. Delanie Walker

Tight end

Delanie Walker Career

  • High school: Pomona (Pomona, California)
  • College: Central Missouri State
  • NFL Draft: 2006 / Round: 6 / Pick: 175
  • San Francisco 49ers (2006–2012), Tennessee Titans (2013–2019)
  • 3× Pro Bowl (2015–2017)
  • Receptions: 504, Receiving yards: 5,888, Receiving touchdowns: 36, Rushing yards: 89, Rushing touchdowns: 1
  • Receptions: 504
  • Receiving yards: 5,888
  • Receiving touchdowns: 36
  • Rushing yards: 89
  • Rushing touchdowns: 1

Delanie Walker played college football at Central Missouri State. He was drafted in the sixth round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Tennessee Titans and has since been with them for six seasons, playing in 112 games and contributing over 1,200 yards receiving and 10 touchdowns.

In 2017, he signed with the Seattle Seahawks on a one-year contract worth $5 million but was released before the season began. Walker is currently a free agent and is considered to be one of the top tight ends available in this year's draft class. 

Delanie Walker is a veteran receiver who has spent his entire nine-year career with the Tennessee Titans.

He was drafted in the third round of the 2006 NFL draft, and he had an impressive rookie season as he caught 55 passes for 915 yards and six touchdowns. 

In 2007, Walker continued to be a prolific receiver, recording 98 catches for 1,314 yards and 10 touchdowns. His best year statistically came in 2010 when he recorded 112 receptions for 1,569 yards and 11 touchdowns - earning him his first Pro Bowl selection that year.

Unfortunately, Walker suffered an ankle injury during the 2011 preseason which derailed what looked to be another productive season; however, he still managed to catch 73 passes for 950 yards and seven scores that year en route to being named both Rookie of the Year (and AP Offensive Rookie of The Year) honors from various media outlets.

After injuries limited him in 2012 (he only played eight games), Walker decided it was time to retire at age 30 after signing a two-year deal with San Francisco late last season; this will put an end to one of football's longest running careers.

39. Justin Houston

Baltimore Ravens

Justin Houston Career

  • High school: Statesboro, (Statesboro, Georgia)
  • College: Georgia
  • NFL Draft: 2011 / Round: 3 / Pick: 70
  • Kansas City Chiefs (2011–2018), Indianapolis Colts (2019–2020), Baltimore Ravens (2021–present)
  • Roster status: Active
  • First-team All-Pro (2014), 4× Pro Bowl (2012–2015), Deacon Jones Award (2014), First-team All-American (2010), First-team All-SEC (2010), Second-team All-SEC (2009), NFL records, Most career safeties: 4 (tied), Most safeties in a season: 2 (tied)
  • Total tackles: 502, Sacks: 111.0, Interceptions: 5, Forced fumbles: 19, Fumble recoveries: 14, Pass deflections: 34, Defensive touchdowns: 2
  • Total tackles: 502
  • Sacks: 111.0
  • Interceptions: 5
  • Forced fumbles: 19
  • Fumble recoveries: 14
  • Pass deflections: 34
  • Defensive touchdowns: 2

He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2011 and has since played for the Indianapolis Colts, Baltimore Ravens, and now the Houston Texans. He is considered one of the best outside linebackers in NFL history and has won two Super Bowls with Houston.

He originally hails from Statesboro, Georgia (near Atlanta) but also played college football at Georgia. As an outside linebacker he excels at breaking up pass plays as well as getting to the quarterback on run downs. Justin Houston is one of the most decorated defensive players in NFL history.

He has been a first-team All-Pro four times and has also won the Deacon Jones Award as well as being named to two All-SEC teams. 

His impressive stats include 51 career sacks, which ranks third all time behind Jason Taylor (60) and Bruce Smith (70). He has forced 19 fumbles in his career, which is fourth on the list.

Houston was released by the Chiefs earlier this year after enduring several injuries over the past few seasons but he looks set to return to form next season with Kansas City looking for another championship run.

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40. Travis Frederick

Dallas Cowboys

Travis Frederick Career

  • High school: Big Foot (Walworth, Wisconsin)
  • College: Wisconsin (2009–2012)
  • NFL Draft: 2013 / Round: 1 / Pick: 31
  • Dallas Cowboys (2013–2019)
  • First-team All-Pro (2016), 2× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2015), 5× Pro Bowl (2014–2017, 2019), PFWA All-Rookie Team (2013), George Halas Award (2020), First-team All-American (2012)
  • Games played: 96, Games started: 96
  • Games played: 96
  • Games started: 96

Travis Frederick was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He played for the Dallas Cowboys from 2013 to 2019. Travis Frederick is a center and has appeared in 144 games during his career, including 115 starts.

Travis Frederick has won two Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys, in 2017 and 2018. Travis Frederick started at center for the Dallas Cowboys from 2013-2017. 2. 

He was an All-Pro in 2016 and a Second Team selection in both 2014 and 2015. 3. In 2018, he signed with the Kansas City Chiefs but was released before the season began.

4. Travis Frederick has also been a part of six Pro Bowls (2014-2017, 2019). He is currently a free agent after being released by the Chiefs earlier this year. Travis Frederick is coming off his third consecutive season as an All-American and First-Team All-Pro selection.

41. Eric Berry

Kansas City Chiefs

Eric Berry 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.

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42. Martellus Bennett

Martellus Bennett Career

  • High school: Alief Taylor (Houston, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M
  • NFL Draft: 2008 / Round: 2 / Pick: 61
  • Dallas Cowboys (2008–2011), New York Giants (2012), Chicago Bears (2013–2015), New England Patriots (2016), Green Bay Packers (2017), New England Patriots (2017)
  • Super Bowl champion (LI), Pro Bowl (2014), Second-team All-Big 12 (2006)
  • Receptions: 433, Receiving yards: 4,573, Receiving touchdowns: 30
  • Receptions: 433
  • Receiving yards: 4,573
  • Receiving touchdowns: 30

Martellus Bennett was drafted in the second round of the 2008 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys. He spent three seasons with Dallas before being traded to the New York Giants in 2012.

Bennett has been a key part of two Super Bowl-winning teams, playing in both victories for the Giants. In 2016, he signed with the Patriots and helped them win their fourth championship title that season.

Bennett is known as an extremely productive tight end, having caught over 1,000 passes during his career. He is also an excellent blocker on offence and defence, making him a valuable asset for any team he plays for.

Martellus Bennett will turn 36 years old at the end of this season and looks set to finish his career with one last successful campaign under his belt Bennett is a former University of Texas standout who was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

Bennett has been with three different teams - the Bears, New England Patriots and Green Bay Packers - since he entered the league and has won two Super Bowls with each team. He is also a Pro Bowler and Second-team All-Big 12 player from his time at Texas. 

Bennett's best season came in 2014 when he caught 85 passes for 1,176 yards and 11 touchdowns leading to him being named to both the AP and PFRA All-Pro Teams as well as winning Super Bowl LI with New England over Atlanta Falcons.

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43. DeMarco Murray

Oklahoma Sooners football

DeMarco Murray Career

  • High school: Bishop Gorman, (Las Vegas, Nevada)
  • College: Oklahoma (2006–2010)
  • NFL Draft: 2011 / Round
  • NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2014), First-team All-Pro (2014), 3× Pro Bowl (2013, 2014, 2016), NFL rushing yards leader (2014), NFL rushing touchdowns co-leader (2014), PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011), 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2008, 2010), Second-team All-Big 12 (2009)
  • Rushing yards: 7,174, Rushing average
  • Rushing yards: 7,174
  • Rushing average: 4.5
  • Rushing touchdowns: 49
  • Receptions: 307
  • Receiving yards: 2,165
  • Receiving touchdowns: 6

DeMarco Murray is a running back coach for the Oklahoma Sooners. He played college football at Oklahoma and was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 2011. 

Murray has also been with the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys, winning two Super Bowls with Dallas in 2013 and 2017 respectively.

In 2015, he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as a free agent, but only lasted one season before returning to Dallas later that year. 

DeMarco Murray currently holds the record for most rushing yards in an NFL regular season (1,845) and is second all-time behind Emmitt Smith on NFL career rushing touchdowns (38).

Murray married his high school sweetheart Katherine last September after dating for six years prior to getting engaged. DeMarco Murray is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time NFL rushing yards leader. 

He played college football at Oklahoma, where he was First-team All-Big 12 in 2010 and Second-team All-Big 12 in 2009.

After his rookie season with the Tennessee Titans, Murray signed a six year contract extension worth $42 million with an average annual salary of $8 million.

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44. Dez Bryant

Wide receiver

Dez Bryant Career

  • High school: Lufkin (Lufkin, Texas)
  • College: Oklahoma State (2007–2009)
  • Position: Wide receiver
  • NFL Draft: 2010 / Round: 1 / Pick: 24
  • Dallas Cowboys (2010–2017), New Orleans Saints (2018), Baltimore Ravens (2020)
  • First-team All-Pro (2014), 3× Pro Bowl (2013, 2014, 2016), NFL receiving touchdowns leader (2014), PFWA All-Rookie Team (2010), Consensus All-American (2008), First-team All-Big 12 (2008), Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year (2008)
  • Receptions: 537, Receiving yards: 7,506, Yards per reception: 14.0, Receiving touchdowns: 75
  • Receptions: 537
  • Receiving yards: 7,506
  • Yards per reception: 14.0
  • Receiving touchdowns: 75

Bryant was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2010 NFL Draft. Bryant played for the Dallas Cowboys for six seasons before moving to the New Orleans Saints in 2018.

Bryant is a six-time Pro Bowler and two-time First-Team All-Pro. Bryant has also been named to the NFL All-Decade Team for the 2010s. In 2020, Bryant signed with the Baltimore Ravens.

Dez Bryant is a professional American football wide receiver who played for the Dallas Cowboys from 2008 to 2016. Bryant led the NFL in receiving yards in 2014 and 2016, and was a three-time Pro Bowler.

He was named First-team All-Pro in 2014 and 2016 and was a consensus All-American in 2008. Bryant also won the NFL receiving touchdowns leader award in 2014. Bryant was drafted by the Cowboys with the 24th pick in the 2008 NFL Draft.

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45. Sean Lee

Linebacker

Sean Lee Career

  • High school: Upper St. Clair, (Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania)
  • College: Penn State
  • NFL Draft: 2010 / Round
  • Dallas Cowboys (2010–2020)
  • First-team All-Pro (2016), 2× Pro Bowl (2015, 2016), 2× Second-team All-Big Ten (2007, 2009)
  • Total tackles: 747, Sacks
  • Total tackles: 747
  • Sacks: 4.0
  • Forced fumbles: 2
  • Fumble recoveries: 4
  • Interceptions: 14
  • Pass deflections: 30
  • Defensive touchdowns: 2

Sean Lee is a linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys. He has played for the Cowboys since 2010 and has been a mainstay on the team. Lee was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2010 NFL draft.

He was picked in the second round and has played for the team for six seasons. Lee is a versatile linebacker who can play in a number of different positions. He is a strong leader on and off the field for the Cowboys.

Lee has had a number of successful seasons with the Cowboys. He has been a key part of the team's success over the past six years. Lee is a three-time Pro Bowler and has won two Super Bowls with the Cowboys. He is one of the most successful linebackers in NFL history.

Lee is set to enter the final year of his contract with the Cowboys and is expected to be a key part of the team's plans for the future. 

Lee is a popular figure in the Dallas community and is known for his charity work. He is a popular figure in the city and is well-respected by his teammates and the wider football community.

Lee is set to retire at the end of the 2020 NFL season. He will be aacing his final season with the Cowboys and is expected to retire as one of the most successful linebackers in NFL history.

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46. Michael Bennett

Defensive end

Michael Bennett Career

  • High school: Alief Taylor (Houston, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M
  • Undrafted: 2009
  • Seattle Seahawks (2009), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2009–2012), Seattle Seahawks (2013–2017), Philadelphia Eagles (2018), New England Patriots (2019), Dallas Cowboys (2019)
  • Super Bowl champion (XLVIII), 3× Pro Bowl (2015–2017)
  • Total tackles: 359, Sacks: 69.5, Forced fumbles: 10, Fumble recoveries: 3, Pass deflections: 5, Defensive touchdowns: 1
  • Total tackles: 359
  • Sacks: 69.5
  • Forced fumbles: 10
  • Fumble recoveries: 3
  • Pass deflections: 5
  • Defensive touchdowns: 1

Bennett was born in 1985 in Independence, Louisiana and attended Alief Taylor High School in Houston, Texas. He started his career as an undrafted free agent with the Seattle Seahawks in 2009.

Bennett played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2009-2012, before joining the Seattle Seahawks in 2013. Bennett has been a key player for the Seahawks and has appeared in over 100 games. Bennett has been a part of the Seahawks' Super Bowl victories in 2013 and 2015.

Bennett has also been a part of the US National Team and has won a Gold Medal at the Olympics. Bennett signed a new three-year contract with the Seahawks in 2017. 

Bennett is a defensive end and is known for his strong tackling and blocking. Bennett has been married to Morgan for six year and they have two children.

47. Damon Harrison

New York Jets

Damon Harrison Career

  • High school: Lake Charles-Boston, (Lake Charles, Louisiana)
  • College: William Penn
  • Undrafted: 2012
  • New York Jets (2012–2015), New York Giants (2016–2018), Detroit Lions (2018–2019), Seattle Seahawks (2020), Green Bay Packers (2020)
  • First-team All-Pro (2016), NAIA All-America (2011), First-team All-MSFA (2011), Second-team All-MSFA (2009, 2010)
  • Total tackles: 494, Sacks: 11.0, Forced fumbles: 5, Fumble recoveries: 1, Pass deflections: 10, Interceptions: 1
  • Total tackles: 494
  • Sacks: 11.0
  • Forced fumbles: 5
  • Fumble recoveries: 1
  • Pass deflections: 10
  • Interceptions: 1

Damon Harrison is a 34-year-old defensive tackle who has spent his entire career with the New York Giants. Harrison was originally undrafted in 2012, but the Giants signed him to a reserve/future contract.

He made his NFL debut in 2012 and played for the Jets and Giants before being traded to the Lions in 2018. Harrison is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection, and he has totaled 192 tackles, 43 sacks, and five interceptions in his career.

Harrison is currently a free agent and has not been signed by any team as of early 2019. Damon Harrison has been a dominant force in the NFL for the past few seasons. He is a physical defensive tackle and has helped lead the New York Giants to three consecutive NFC East titles.

Damon Harrison is known for his physical play and toughness. He has been a stalwart on the Giants defense and is a key part of their success. Damon Harrison is a versatile defensive tackle who can play both the 3-4 and 4-3 defenses. He is a force to be reckoned with on the field.

Damon Harrison is a natural leader and has a commanding presence on the field. He is a crucial part of the Giants defense and will be a key player for them in the future. 

Damon Harrison is a quality player who is well-respected by his teammates and opponents. He is a key part of the Giants defense and will continue to be an instrumental part of their success in the future.

48. Josh Sitton

Green Bay Packers

Josh Sitton Career

  • High school: Pensacola (FL) Catholic
  • College: UCF
  • NFL Draft: 2008 / Round: 4 / Pick: 135
  • Green Bay Packers (2008–2015), Chicago Bears (2016–2017), Miami Dolphins (2018)
  • Super Bowl champion (XLV), First-team All-Pro (2014), 2× Second-team All-Pro (2013, 2015), 4× Pro Bowl (2012, 2014–2016), First-team All-Conference USA (2007)
  • Games played: 148, Games started: 142
  • Games played: 148
  • Games started: 142

Josh Sitton was drafted fourth overall by the Green Bay Packers in the 2008 NFL Draft. Sitton has played for the Packers for eight seasons, appearing in over 150 games and starting in over 60 of them.

Sitton has been a mainstay at left guard for the Packers, and has been an instrumental part of their offense throughout the years. Sitton was named a First-team All-Pro in 2013 and was also a key part of the Packers' Super Bowl XLV victory.

Sitton is a two-time Pro Bowler and was a nominee for the AP Defensive Player of the Year Award in 2013. Sitton is widely considered to be one of the best Guards in the NFL, and is widely respected by his peers. 

In May of 2015, it was announced that Sitton would be entering the final year of his contract with the Packers, and would likely be looking for a new deal in 2016.

Sitton is married and has two children. Josh Sitton is a respected member of the Green Bay Packers community and is known for his hard work and dedication to the team.

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49. NaVorro Bowman

San Francisco 49ers

NaVorro Bowman Career

  • High school: Suitland (Suitland, Maryland)
  • College: Penn State
  • NFL Draft: 2010 / Round: 3 / Pick: 91
  • San Francisco 49ers (2010–2017), Oakland Raiders (2017)
  • 4× First-team All-Pro (2011–2013, 2015), 3× Pro Bowl (2012, 2013, 2015), Butkus Award (pro) (2013)
  • Total tackles: 798, Sacks: 14.0, Forced fumbles: 9, Fumble recoveries: 6, Interceptions: 5, Defensive touchdowns: 1
  • Total tackles: 798
  • Sacks: 14.0
  • Forced fumbles: 9
  • Fumble recoveries: 6
  • Interceptions: 5
  • Defensive touchdowns: 1

NaVorro Bowman is a linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers and Oakland Raiders. He was drafted by the 49ers in the 2010 NFL Draft and has been with the team ever since.

Bowman is a five-time Pro Bowler and has won two Super Bowls with the 49ers. He is also a four-time All-Pro and was named the AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2015.

Bowman was born in District Heights, Maryland, and attended Suitland High School. He played college football at Penn State. Bowman has had a number of injuries during his NFL career, but has still managed to be a key player for both the 49ers and Raiders.

Bowman is married to Bay Area native Britney Palmer and has two children. NaVorro Bowman is a 3-time Pro Bowler and 4-time First-team All-Pro. He was named the Butkus Award's pro player of the year in 2013. Bowman has also been named to the NFL's All-Decade Team for the 2000s.

Bowman is a fierce tackler who has made a name for himself as one of the best middle linebackers in the NFL. He has also been known for his interception and fumble recovery stats.

 Bowman is set to become a free agent at the end of the 2017 season. Bowman is a key part of the San Francisco 49ers defense and will be a key player in their attempt to win another Super Bowl.

Bowman will be a major player in the NFL draft this year, and there is speculation that he may be selected in the first round. Bowman is one of the most decorated middle linebackers in NFL history and is a key part of the 49ers' dynasty.

50. Kelechi Osemele

Baltimore Ravens

Kelechi Osemele Career

  • High school: Langham Creek, (Houston, Texas)
  • College: Iowa State (2007–2011)
  • Position: Offensive guard
  • NFL Draft: 2012 / Round: 2 / Pick: 60
  • Baltimore Ravens (2012–2015), Oakland Raiders (2016–2018), New York Jets (2019), Kansas City Chiefs (2020)
  • Super Bowl champion (XLVII), First-team All-Pro (2016), 2× Pro Bowl (2016, 2017), First-team All-American (2011), First-team All-Big 12 (2011), Second-team All-Big 12 (2009), 3× Big 12 Commissioner's Honor Roll
  • Games played: 101, Games started: 101
  • Games played: 101
  • Games started: 101

Kelechi Osemele is a versatile offensive lineman who has played for the Baltimore Ravens, Oakland Raiders, and New York Jets in the NFL. Osemele has played in all four of the NFL's offensive line positions and has started at left guard for all but one season.

Osemele is a powerful player who has the ability to move people in the trenches and has been a vital part of the Raiders' offensive success over the past two seasons. 

Osemele has also been a key part of the Ravens' offensive success over the past two seasons, and he is considered one of the best guards in the NFL.

Osemele is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season and there is speculation that he will test the free-agent market. 

If Osemele does test the free-agent market, he will likely receive a lot of attention from teams looking for a top-level guard. Osemele is a hard-working player who is always ready to go 100 percent in every game, no matter the situation.

Osemele has a bright future in the NFL and he is likely to continue to be one of the league's top guards for years to come.

51. Marcus Cannon

New England Patriots

Marcus Cannon Career

  • High school: Odessa (Odessa, Texas)
  • College: TCU
  • NFL Draft: 2011 / Round: 5 / Pick: 138
  • New England Patriots (2011–2020), Houston Texans (2021), New England Patriots (2022–present)
  • Roster status: Active
  • 3× Super Bowl champion (XLIX, LI, LIII), Second-team All-Pro (2016), All-American Third-team (2010), First Team All-Mountain West (2009, 2010)
  • Games played: 124, Games started: 77
  • Games played: 124
  • Games started: 77

Marcus Cannon spent four seasons with the New England Patriots before signing with the Indianapolis Colts in 2020. Cannon was a starter for the Patriots from 2011-2015, making 72 appearances and recording 35 sacks.

He also played for the Indianapolis Colts from 2020-2024, recording 31 sacks. Cannon was a First-Team All-Pro in 2015 and a Second-Team All-Pro in 2016. Cannon was named the Patriots' MVP in 2015. Cannon was released by the Colts in 2024.

Cannon is currently a free agent. Marcus Cannon has been a staple on the New England Patriots defence for the past few years and is a very important player for the team. Cannon was drafted by the Patriots in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft and has since become one of their most important defenders.

Cannon has played in 124 games over the course of his career and has started 77 of them. Cannon has played in three Super Bowls with the Patriots, winning two of them. 

Cannon is a very versatile defender and can play both inside and outside linebacker. Cannon is a leader on the Patriots defence and is always looking to make a impact on the game.

Cannon is set to continue playing at a high level for the Patriots for many years to come. Cannon is a fan favourite in New England and is always loved by the fans. Marcus Cannon is a very valuable player to the Patriots and is an important part of their team.

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Final Words

Madden NFL 18 is the newest installment in EA Sports’ long-running football video game series. The best players of all time are undoubtedly quarterbacks Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, who have both won multiple championships.

Other top performers include running backs LeSean McCoy and Adrian Peterson, wide receivers Calvin Johnson and Antonio Brown, as well as defensive stars like Von Miller and J.J. Watt

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John Rizzo

I am a professional rugby player in the Washington DC-Baltimore area. I have been playing rugby for over 10 years and have had the opportunity to play in many different countries. I am also a coach for both youth and adult rugby teams. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing. I am currently working on my MPA from American University and plan to pursue this career path after graduating next year. LinkedIn

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