The National Football League (NFL) is the most popular professional American football league in the world. Founded nearly one hundred years ago, it has grown to become a multi-billion dollar industry and an integral part of modern American culture. The NFL consists of 32 teams across two conferences, with each team playing sixteen regular season games followed by playoffs that culminate in the Super Bowl championship game every February. Through its long history, the NFL has created some of America’s greatest sports icons and legends while inspiring millions around the globe.
1. Tom Brady
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Career
- 7× Super Bowl champion (XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX, XLIX, LI, LIII, LV)
- 5× Super Bowl MVP (XXXVI, XXXVIII, XLIX, LI, LV)
- 3× NFL Most Valuable Player (2007, 2010, 2017)
- 2× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2007, 2010)
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2009)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2007, 2010, 2017)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (2005, 2016, 2021)
- 15× Pro Bowl (2001, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2009–2018, 2021)
- 5× NFL passing touchdowns leader (2002, 2007, 2010, 2015, 2021)
- 4× NFL passing yards leader (2005, 2007, 2017, 2021)
- 2× NFL passer rating leader (2007, 2010)
- NFL completion percentage leader (2007)
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- New England Patriots All-2000s Team
- New England Patriots All-2010s Team
- New England Patriots 50th Anniversary Team
- New England Patriots All-Dynasty Team
- Bert Bell Award (2007)
- Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year (2007)
- 2× Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year (2005, 2021)
- National champion (1997)
Tom Brady is one of the most successful quarterbacks in NFL history. He has led his team to eleven Super Bowl appearances and five championships, which makes him one of the greatest players in league history.
Tom Brady was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2000 and spent 10 seasons with them before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020. In his time with the Pats and Bucs, he has won numerous awards including MVP, AP Most Valuable Player, and Pro Football Hall of Fame induction (in 2018).
His success on the field extends off it as well; Tom Brady is married to Gisele Bundchen (one of Hollywood's biggest stars) and they have three children together.
Two sons, Benjamin and Maximus, and a daughter Vivienne Jolie-Brady. Tom Brady is a three-time NFL MVP, two-time Super Bowl champion, and 15-time Pro Bowler.
He led the Patriots to their fourth championship in 2017 and fifth overall in 2018. Brady has also set numerous passing records during his illustrious career, including most touchdown passes (5), yards (5,021), and completions (508).
The 39-year-old has shown no signs of slowing down as he continues to amass accolades both on and off the field.
2. Aaron Donald
Los Angeles Rams
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LVI)
- 3× NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2017, 2018, 2020)
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2014)
- 7× First-team All-Pro (2015–2021)
- 9× Pro Bowl (2014–2022)
- NFL sacks leader (2018)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)
- ACC Defensive Player of the Year (2013)
- Bronko Nagurski Trophy (2013)
- Chuck Bednarik Award (2013)
- Lombardi Award (2013)
- Outland Trophy (2013)
- Bill Willis Trophy (2013)
- Unanimous All-American (2013)
Aaron Donald is a dominant defensive tackle and one of the best players in the NFL. He has twice been voted to the Pro Bowl and was named Second Team All-Pro in 2018.
Donald played college football at Pittsburgh, where he won two National Championships (2013, 2017). He was drafted by St. Louis with the 13th overall pick in 2014 and has since been joined by Los Angeles as his home team.
Aaron Donald is an incredibly physical player who uses his size to dominate opposing offensive linemen. His strength allows him to push through blocks and get into backfield territory quickly, disrupting offenses on every play.
Despite being one of the most physically imposing defenders in the league, Aaron Donald still manages to be effective against running backs due to his quickness off the snap and ability to bull rush them into submission.
Donald also possesses elite pass-rushing skills, having recorded 43 sacks over six seasons with St Louis/Los Angeles Rams.
He leads all interior defensive linemen with 11 forced fumbles during that time frame too， demonstrating that he can make big impacts even when not getting sacks.
Aaron Donald will likely enter Hall of Fame discussions once he retires from professional football given his level of dominance both on AND off the field throughout his career.
Aaron Donald is a dominant defensive tackle who has been named to multiple All-Pro teams and Pro Bowls during his career.
Donald was the first player in NFL history to be selected as both a Defensive Rookie of the Year and a First-Team All-Pro. He led all interior players with 11 sacks in 2018, earning him NFL sacks leader honors for the season.
Despite being 31 years old, Aaron Donald still has plenty left in the tank and looks poised to continue playing at an elite level well into his 30s.
3. Aaron Rodgers
Green Bay Packers
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLV)
- Super Bowl MVP (XLV)
- 4× NFL Most Valuable Player (2011, 2014, 2020, 2021)
- 4× First-team All-Pro (2011, 2014, 2020, 2021)
- Second-team All-Pro (2012)
- 10× Pro Bowl (2009, 2011, 2012, 2014–2016, 2018–2021)
- 4× NFL passer rating leader (2011, 2012, 2020, 2021)
- 2× NFL passing touchdowns leader (2016, 2020)
- NFL completion percentage leader (2020)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- Bart Starr Award (2014)
- Associated Press Athlete of the Year (2011)
- Bert Bell Award (2011)
Aaron Rodgers is a quarterback for the Green Bay Packers. He was drafted in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft and has since led his team to many successes, including winning two Super Bowls (2008, 2011).
In 2013, he signed a contract extension with the Packers that will keep him with them until at least 2019. He is married to Jordyn Wieber and they have three children - Ryder (born in 2018), Landen (born in 2017) and Emmett (born in 2016).
Rodgers is a five-time NFL MVP and four-time Pro Bowler. He has led the Packers to six playoff appearances, including two Super Bowls (XLV and LII). Rodgers holds numerous league records, including completion percentage, yards per attempt and passer rating in the 2010s.
In 2014, he was named AP Athlete of the Year and received the Bart Starr Award that year as well.
4. Patrick Mahomes II
Kansas City Chiefs
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LIV)
- Super Bowl MVP (LIV)
- NFL Most Valuable Player (2018)
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2018)
- First-team All-Pro (2018)
- Second-team All-Pro (2020)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2018–2022)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (2018)
- Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2020)
- Bert Bell Award (2018)
- Sammy Baugh Trophy (2016)
- Second-team All-Big 12 (2016)
- FBS passing yards leader (2016)
Patrick Mahomes II is the son of Patrick Mahomes, who was the starting quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2017 and won a Super Bowl with them that year.
He played college football at Texas Tech where he set several records, including the most touchdown passes in a season (43) and most total touchdowns (70). After his successful collegiate career, Mahomes was drafted by the Chiefs in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
As of 2019, he has led or shared top honors with three different teams on their way to victory: The Kansas City Chiefs (2017), Los Angeles Rams (2018), and New England Patriots (2019). Patrick Mahomes II is a talented quarterback who has had an incredible career in the NFL.
He has won multiple awards, including Super Bowl MVP and NFL Most Valuable Player, and is one of the best players in the league. Patrick Mahomes II also holds several records, including the most touchdown passes in a season and career.
5. Travis Kelce
Kansas City Chiefs
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LIV)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2016, 2018, 2020)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (2017, 2019, 2021)
- 8× Pro Bowl (2015–2022)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- First-team All-Big East (2012)
Travis Kelce is a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, and he has been in the NFL since 2013. Kelce was drafted by the Chiefs in 2013, and he has played for them ever since.
He is a reliable player who can catch passes anywhere on the field. Kelce has also been known to score touchdowns from time to time, which makes him an important part of any team's offense.
His biggest accomplishment as a professional so far may be his 2017 season where he caught 93 passes for 1,145 yards and 10 touchdowns overall. Travis Kelce is a professional American football tight end who has played for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL) since 2011.
Kelce was drafted by the Chiefs in the first round (27th overall) of the 2011 NFL Draft and he quickly became one of their key players, helping them win three consecutive AFC West titles from 2013-2015.
In 2018, Kelce led all NFL tight ends in receiving yards with 1,128 on 110 receptions and he also scored 10 touchdowns – making him just the second player ever to have over 100 catches and 1000 yards in a single season while scoring at least ten touchdowns (the other being Antonio Gates).
The 2020 campaign saw Kelce post even better numbers as he caught 126 passes for 1,521 yards and 15 scores en route to his fourth career Pro Bowl appearance.
Now aged 30 years old, Travis Kelce is still an integral part of Kansas City’s offense and looks set to continue playing at a high level well into his thirties.
6. Davante Adams
Las Vegas Raiders
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2020, 2021)
- 6× Pro Bowl (2017–2022)
- NFL receiving touchdowns leader (2020)
- Paul Warfield Trophy (2013)
- Second-team All-American (2013)
- First-team All-MWC (2012, 2013)
- MWC Freshman of the Year (2012)
Davante Adams is a talented wide receiver who has played for the Packers and Raiders in his career. Davante Adams was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 2014 and spent four seasons with them before signing with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022.
Davante Adams is known for his great speed and ability to make acrobatic catches, which has earned him multiple accolades throughout his career. Davante Adams is projected to be one of the top receivers in the NFL over the next few years, so fans should keep an eye on him.
Davante Adams is a six-time Pro Bowler and two-time First-team All-Pro, making him one of the most accomplished receivers in NFL history. He was drafted by the Packers with the 33rd overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft, and he has since become one of their all-time greats.
Adams is known for his speed and ability to get deep downfield, which has led him to be one of the league's top receivers over the past few seasons.
Adams will look to continue his success this season as he looks to lead Green Bay back into contention for a Super Bowl title once again.
7. Josh Allen
Buffalo Bills
Career
- Second-team All-Pro (2020)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2020, 2022)
- Second-team All-MWC (2016)
Josh Allen was born on May 21, 1996, in Firebaugh, California. He attended Reedley High School where he starred for the football team and earned Second-team All-American honors as a senior.
In 2015, he enrolled at Wyoming University and played for their football team until 2017 when he was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Josh Allen has been selected to two consecutive second-team all-pro squads (2020 & 2021).
Josh Allen is a talented and promising NFL quarterback. He has had some success in the past, but his career is still young. Josh Allen will need to continue to develop if he wants to be one of the top quarterbacks in the league.
8. Russell Wilson
Denver Broncos
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLVIII)
- Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2019)
- 9× Pro Bowl (2012–2015, 2017–2021)
- NFL passer rating leader (2015)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (2017)
- Bart Starr Award (2022)
- Griese–Brees Quarterback of the Year (2011)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2011)
- ACC Rookie of the Year (2008)
- ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year (2008)
- First-team All-ACC (2008)
- Second-team All-ACC (2010)
- NC State Wolfpack jersey No. 16 retired
Russell Wilson was born on November 29, 1988, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He attended Collegiate School where he played football and graduated in 2010. After playing at NC State for two years, he transferred to Wisconsin and became the Badgers' starting quarterback in 2011.
In 2012, Wilson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks with their 3rd round pick (75th overall). Over the next six seasons, he led Seattle to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances (2014 & 2015), becoming just the 2nd player ever to do so after Tom Brady of the New England Patriots (2007–2012).
On January 14th, 2019 Russell announced his retirement from professional football following a successful season as Captain of the Seahawks' team which made it all the way to Super Bowl LIII against the Los Angeles Rams who eventually won 61-17.
He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2012 and became their starting quarterback that season.
Wilson led the Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory over the Broncos in 2018, becoming just the second player in NFL history to win multiple championships with two different teams.
He has also been selected for nine Pro Bowls and holds several franchise records, including the most career passing touchdowns (385) and passer rating (104.1).
In 2020, Wilson received Walter Payton Man of the Year honors from The Associated Press after leading his team to another championship appearance despite injuring his knee late in the season.
9. Cameron Heyward
Pittsburgh Steelers
Career
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2017, 2019, 2021)
- Second-team All-Pro (2020)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2017–2021)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2010)
Cameron Heyward is a defensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was drafted in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Steelers and has since played there for four seasons.
Heyward has been a part of two Super Bowl champion teams with Pittsburgh, in 2017 and 2018. In 2019 he signed with the Indianapolis Colts as a free agent but was released before playing any games for them.
Heyward is currently unsigned, although it's widely expected that he will rejoin either the Steelers or another team in the 2020 season onwards Cameron Heyward is a standout defensive lineman for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
He has been selected to three Pro Bowls and was named first-team All-Pro in both 2017 and 2019. Heyward originally played football at Michigan State before being drafted by the Steelers in the second round of the 2010 NFL Draft.
Injuries have caused some concern about his long-term health, but he has still managed to produce strong play over the past few seasons.
10. DeAndre Hopkins
Arizona Cardinals
Career
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2017–2019)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2015, 2020)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2015, 2017–2020)
- NFL receiving touchdowns leader (2017)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2013)
- First-team All-ACC (2012)
DeAndre Hopkins is a wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals. He was drafted by the Houston Texans in 2013, but he has played with the Arizona Cardinals since 2020.
DeAndre Hopkins is 6'1" and 212 pounds and he has had success playing in both offense and defense for the Houston Texans and Arizona Cardinals, respectively. DeAndre Hopkins is known for his explosiveness on the field, as well as his ability to make big plays downfield.
He will be an important part of any team's offense moving forward. DeAndre Hopkins is one of the best receivers in the NFL and has been a top performer for the Texans since joining them in 2013.
He was an All-Pro selection three times, including twice as runner-up for Second Team honors and once as leader of the league's touchdown chart with 71 touchdowns over his career.
Hopkins also enjoyed some success on special teams, being named First Team All-ACC on several occasions while playing both receiver and returner positions throughout his college career at Clemson University.
11. T. J. Watt
Pittsburgh Steelers
Career
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2021)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2019–2021)
- Second-team All-Pro (2019)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2018–2022)
- 2× Deacon Jones Award (2020, 2021)
- NFL forced fumbles co-leader (2019)
- Butkus Award (2020)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)
- Second-team All-American (2016)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2016)
Watt was drafted in the first round by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2017. Watt has been an important part of the Steeler's defense since being drafted and is one of their most talented players.
Watt is a powerful outside linebacker who can cause havoc on opposing offenses. He has also shown versatility by playing both as a pass rusher and in coverage, making him even more dangerous to opponents.
Watt is a major reason why the Steelers have had success over the past two seasons and will continue to be a key player for them moving forward T. J. Watt is a dominant defensive player who has been selected to multiple Pro Bowls and All-Pro teams over the course of his career.
He holds NFL records for sacks in a season and consecutive seasons leading the league in sacks, as well as being one of just two players ever to accomplish this feat twice.
Watt was also named Defensive Player of the Year in 2021, making him one of only a few players to win that award three times overall.
12. Trent Williams
San Francisco 49ers
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.
13. Derrick Henry
Tennessee Titans
Career
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2020)
- First-team All-Pro (2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2019)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2019, 2020, 2022)
- 2× NFL rushing yards leader (2019, 2020)
- 2× NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2019, 2020)
- CFP National Champion (2015)
- Heisman Trophy (2015)
- Maxwell Award (2015)
- Doak Walker Award (2015)
- Walter Camp Award (2015)
- Unanimous All-American (2015)
- SEC Offensive Player of the Year (2015)
- First-team All-SEC (2015)
Derrick Henry was born on January 4, 1994, in Yulee, Florida. He attended high school at Yulee and played football for the Bears before enrolling at Alabama where he would be a three-year starter for the Crimson Tide.
Henry was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in 2016 with the second overall pick and has since become one of their most important players; appearing in all 16 games each season.
In 2018, he set a new NFL record for rushing yards by a running back in his first six games of the season (272).
His performances have earned him several awards including being named to both The Sporting News’ All-Rookie Team and AP’s All-Pro Second Team respectively as well as winning.
NFL MVP honors after leading his team to an 11–5 record during the 2019 campaign. Derrick Henry was a Heisman Trophy-winning running back for the Tennessee Titans.
He is one of only two players in NFL history to rush for 2,000 yards and score 20 touchdowns in his rookie season.
In 2020, Derrick Henry became the first player ever to win both the rushing and receiving titles in the same year. Derrick Henry has also been named First-team All-Pro twice (2019, 2020) and Second-team All-Pro twice (2019, 2020).
Derrick Henry was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a member of their Class of 2022 on August 3rd, 2021.
14. Tyreek Hill
Miami Dolphins
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LIV)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2016, 2018, 2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2018)
- 7× Pro Bowl (2016–2022)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2016)
- Big 12 Offensive Newcomer of the Year (2014)
Tyreek Hill was drafted fifth overall by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2016. He played college football at Oklahoma State and West Alabama before being signed by the Dolphins in 2017.
In his rookie season, he led the NFL with 87 receptions for 1,479 yards and 11 touchdowns. In 2018, he had 79 receptions for 1,429 yards and 10 touchdowns as well as a rushing touchdown on four occasions.
As of 2019, Tyreek Hill has amassed over 4,000 receiving yards and 40 touchdowns in his career with Miami Tyreek Hill is an extremely talented and explosive wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs.
He was a first-round pick by the team in 2016 and has quickly become one of its top players.
Hill has been a key part of two Super Bowl victories, as well as being named MVP in both games. He also won Second Team All-Pro honors this year and Pro Bowl selection in 2018, 2020, and 2021.
His talent level is unrivaled on the Chiefs’ roster and he will continue to be a major force for them moving forward.
15. Kirk Cousins
Minnesota Vikings
Career
- 4× Pro Bowl (2016, 2019, 2021, 2022)
- NFL completion percentage leader (2015)
- Bart Starr Award (2022)
- Second-team All-Big Ten (2011)
Cousins started his NFL career with the Washington Redskins. In 2018, Cousins joined the Minnesota Vikings and has been a key player for them this season.
Cousins is one of the most experienced players in the league and has led teams to playoff appearances in each of his four seasons as a starter. He has excellent passing skills and can make plays with both his arm and legs on offense.
His consistency over the past few years makes him an attractive option for any team looking for a quarterback prospect or veteran backup player. Despite being 34 years old, he still possesses some elite qualities that could lead him to success in future seasons if he continues to play at a high level.
Kirk Cousins has had a successful NFL career, having been named to four Pro Bowls and leading the league in completion percentage twice.
He also holds several records, including most fourth-quarter comebacks and game-winning drives in a single season. Cousins is known for his accurate passing and strong work ethic both on and off the field.
16. Stefon Diggs
Buffalo Bills
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2020)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2020–2022)
- NFL receptions leader (2020)
- NFL receiving yards leader (2020)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2015)
- Second-team All-Big Ten (2014)
Stefon Diggs was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2015 and played for them until 2019. He then signed with the Buffalo Bills in 2020 and has been there ever since.
Stefon Diggs is a wide receiver and is one of the top players in the league when it comes to catching passes. He has also been named to several All-Pro teams as well as being awarded First-team All-Pro status in 2020.
Stefon Diggs was born on November 29, 1993, which makes him just 29 years old at this time. This gives him plenty of experience both on the field and behind it, making him an invaluable part of any team he plays for.
Stefon Diggs attended Our Lady of Good Counsel high school before going on to play college football at Maryland where he became one of their most popular players during his two seasons there (2012–2014).
Stefon Diggs was drafted in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings. He played college football at Maryland where he made three Pro Bowls and was a Second-team All-American as a junior in 2013. In his rookie season, Stefon Diggs led all NFL receivers with 96 receptions for 1,277 yards and six touchdowns.
As a sophomore in 2014, Stefon Diggs helped lead the Minnesota Vikings to their first playoff appearance since 2008 while recording 66 receptions for 985 yards and five touchdowns.
In 2016, Stefon Diggs led all NFL receivers with 101 catches for 1,297 yards and nine touchdowns before being named First Team All-Pro and earning his second Pro Bowl invitation later that year.
In 2018, Stefon Diggs became just the fifth player in history to record over 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first four seasons when he amassed 112 catches for 1,401 yards and eight touchdowns.
Stefon Diggs is an explosive receiver who can stretch defenses deep into their territory on short passes or go long downfield routes to make big plays， making him one of the most dangerous players in the league today.
17. Lamar Jackson
Baltimore Ravens
Career
- NFL Most Valuable Player (2019)
- First-team All-Pro (2019)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2019, 2021)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (2019)
- Bert Bell Award (2019)
- Heisman Trophy (2016)
- Maxwell Award (2016)
- Walter Camp Award (2016)
- AP College Football Player of the Year (2016)
- Sporting News Player of the Year (2016)
- Unanimous All-American (2016)
- ACC Athlete of the Year (2018)
- 2× ACC Player of the Year (2016, 2017)
- 2× ACC Offensive Player of the Year (2016, 2017)
- 2× First-team All-ACC (2016, 2017)
- Louisville Cardinals Ring of Honor
- Louisville Cardinals No. 8 retired
Lamar Jackson is a professional quarterback who has spent the past two seasons with the Baltimore Ravens. He was drafted by the team in 2018 and won the NFL Most Valuable Player Award that same year.
Jackson also received first-team All-Pro honors in 2019 and was named passing touchdowns leader for that season as well, along with being selected to three Pro Bowls.
In 2016, he won college football's most prestigious award, the Heisman Trophy, which made him one of only two players ever to win both awards (the other being quarterbacks Cam Newton and Johnny Manziel).
As a junior at Louisville in 2017, Jackson led his team to an undefeated regular season before winning their first bowl game since 2001 against Auburn in the Peach Bowl by a score of 38–13—an impressive achievement given how strong Auburn had been previously that season under head coach Gus Malzahn.
Jackson has consistently put up gaudy statistics throughout his career while displaying poise on stage when playing in big games or nationally televised contests such as playoff appearances or national championship games.
This bodes extremely well for his long-term prospects within American professional sports leagues should he continue developing at such a rapid pace Lamar Jackson is an All-American and ACC Athlete of the Year Award winner.
He was also a two-time ACC Offensive Player of the Year, as well as a first-team All-ACC selection.
In his career in the NFL, he has set numerous records, including the most single-season rushing yards by a quarterback and most games with 100 rushing yards by a quarterback He currently plays for the Louisville Cardinals in the NFL.
18. Jalen Ramsey
Los Angeles Rams
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LVI)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2017, 2020, 2021)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2017–2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2016)
- BCS national champion (2013)
- Consensus All-American (2015)
- Second-team All-American (2014)
- 2× First-team All-ACC (2014, 2015)
Jalen Ramsey is a talented cornerback who has had an illustrious career in the NFL. He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2016, but he never played for them as they traded him to the Los Angeles Rams later that year.
Ramsey made an instant impact with his new team, making several key interceptions and helping lead L.A. to their first Super Bowl appearance in over two decades.
The 28-year-old is now one of the best cornerbacks in the league and is widely considered among the most consistent performers at his position over the past few seasons.
Jalen Ramsey is a standout cornerback who has made an impact on both the NFL and college levels. He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the fifth pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, and he has since become one of their best players.
Ramsey has been named to multiple All-Pro teams, including the first team in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021.
He also won Super Bowl LVI with Jacksonville as part of their championship run that year. Ramsey currently plays for the Oakland Raiders after being traded there during the off-season.
19. Bobby Wagner
Los Angeles Rams
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.
20. Zack Martin
Dallas Cowboys
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.
21. Cam Jordan
New Orleans Saints
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.
22. J.J. Watt
Arizona Cardinals
Career
- 3× NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2012, 2014, 2015)
- Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2017)
- 5× First-team All-Pro (2012–2015, 2018)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2014, 2018)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2012–2015, 2018)
- 2× NFL sacks leader (2012, 2015)
- NFL forced fumbles co-leader (2018)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
- Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year (2017)
- Bert Bell Award (2014)
- Lott Trophy (2010)
- First-team All-American (2010)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2010)
Watt is a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year and was named Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year in 2017. He has also been selected to five Pro Bowls and two Second Team All-Pro teams.
Watt holds the record for most sacks in a single season with 29 in 2015. J.J. Watt played college football at Central Michigan before being drafted by the Houston Texans in 2011 J.J.
Watt is one of the most decorated and accomplished players in NFL history, having won numerous awards including a Bert Bell Award, Lott Trophy, First-team All-American, and two Pro Bowls.
The Houston Texans superstar has recorded 580 tackles, 111 sacks, 69 passes deflected, and 27 forced fumbles in his impressive career to date.
In 2018 he became the co-leader in Forced Fumbles with New York Giants linebacker Olivier Vernon while also being named an AP first-team All-Pro for the third time in his career - cementing him as one of the greatest defensive players ever to play the game.
J.J. Watt's work ethic was once again on display this season when he missed just one game due to injury despite playing through back surgery earlier in the year which many thought would end his career prematurely.
His determined attitude and unyielding passion for football have seen him become a role model both on and off the field for young athletes all over America.
23. Von Miller
Buffalo Bills
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (50, LVI)
- Super Bowl MVP (50)
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2011)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2012, 2015, 2016)
- 4× Second-team All-Pro (2011, 2014, 2017, 2018)
- 8× Pro Bowl (2011, 2012, 2014–2019)
- Butkus Award (pro) (2012)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2011)
- Butkus Award (college) (2010)
- Jack Lambert Trophy (2010)
- 2× First-team All-American (2009, 2010)
- 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2009, 2010)
Von Miller is a premier pass rusher in the NFL. He has recorded over 100 tackles, 25 sacks, and 5 forced fumbles in his career. Von Miller was drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2011 and he has played for them ever since.
He won two Super Bowls with them before moving to the Los Angeles Rams in 2021. In 2018, Von Miller signed a contract extension with the Buffalo Bills that will keep him with the team until at least 2023.
Von Miller is married to Karrueche Tran and they have one child together Von Miller is one of the most decorated players in NFL history.
He has won multiple awards and accolades including two Super Bowl Championships, three First-team All-Pro honors, four Second-team All-Pro nods, and eight Pro Bowl appearances. Von Miller was drafted first overall by the Denver Broncos in 2011 and has since been a key part of their defense.
In his nine seasons in the league he has racked up 561 total tackles, 55 sacks, 10 forced fumbles and five interceptions - making him one of the deadliest defenders in football.
Von Miller will miss some time due to injury but is still an integral member of the Broncos squad who are aiming for another title this season.
24. Matthew Stafford
Los Angeles Rams
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LVI)
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2011)
- Pro Bowl (2014)
- Detroit Lions All-Time Team
- First-team All-American (2008)
- Second-team All-SEC (2008)
Stafford was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft. Stafford has spent his entire career with the Lions, appearing in 119 games and completing 6,191 passes for 54,944 yards and 313 touchdowns.
In 2018, Stafford had a season that was somewhat disappointing as he completed just under 60% of his passes for 3,829 yards but only 21 touchdowns against 14 interceptions.
The Rams acquired Stafford during the offseason of 2021 after trading for him from Detroit.
Stafford is a three-time NFL champion and two-time Pro Bowler. Stafford has led the Detroit Lions to back-to-back playoff appearances, including an appearance in Super Bowl XLVIII.
In 2015, Stafford became the first player ever to complete 60% or more of his passes in every game of a season.
25. Tyron Smith
Dallas Cowboys
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.
26. Joey Bosa
Los Angeles Chargers
Career
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2016)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2017, 2019–2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2016)
- CFP national champion (2014)
- Unanimous All-American (2014)
- Consensus All-American (2015)
- Nagurski–Woodson Defensive Player of the Year (2014)
- 2× Smith–Brown Defensive Lineman of the Year (2014, 2015)
- 2× First-team All-Big Ten (2014, 2015)
- Bill Willis Trophy (2014)
Joey Bosa was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in 2016 and has since then been a part of their roster. He is best known for his pass-rush abilities and has recorded over 100 tackles in each of his three seasons with the team.
Joey Bosa is expected to be an important part of the Charger's defense moving forward, as he possesses immense skill level both rushing the passer and defending against the run.
Joey Bosa is a defensive end who has played in the NFL for 4 seasons, amassing 298 total tackles, 59.5 sacks, 14 forced fumbles and 3 fumble recoveries.
In 2016 he was awarded the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award after being one of the key players for the San Diego Chargers’ defense throughout their campaign.
Since joining Cleveland in 2019 as part of a blockbuster trade with San Francisco, Bosa has continued his dominant play; amassing 21 total sacks through 15 games this season alone - making him just 2 shy of tying Delvin Breaux’s franchise record set back in 2009.
Not only does Joey Bosa have an impressive portfolio on offense (11 touchdowns), but off it too; having been honoured with multiple awards including PFWA All-Rookie Team and CFP national champion (both coming in 2018).
With so much promise and potential still left to be realized by this talented young man, watch out NFL - Joey Bosa is going to cause some serious destruction over the next few years.
27. Justin Jefferson
Minnesota Vikings
Career
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2020, 2021)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2020–2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2020)
- CFP national champion (2019)
- Second-team All-SEC (2019)
Justin Jefferson was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2020. Jefferson attended LSU and had a successful collegiate career, recording 156 receptions for 2,834 yards and 21 touchdowns.
In his rookie year with the Vikings, he recorded 67 receptions for 924 yards and four touchdowns. Jefferson is one of the most promising young receivers in the NFL and is expected to continue developing into an elite player in future years.
Jefferson was a standout receiver at the University of Georgia, where he led the Bulldogs in receiving yards and touchdowns each of his final two seasons.
Jefferson made an immediate impact in the NFL with the Cardinals, recording 25 receptions for 325 yards and three touchdowns as a rookie. Jefferson has since emerged as one of the top receivers in the league, setting career highs in both catches (320) and yards (4,787).
He is also one of just six players to ever record over 1,000 receiving yards from scrimmage five times throughout their career.
Jefferson’s achievements on Sundays have not gone unnoticed; he was named Second-team All-Pro by the Associated Press this past season and earned Pro Bowl recognition twice – including being selected to play in 2018 Super Bowl LII against Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles.
The native of Athens, GA will look to add another title to his resume next year when he leads Arizona into battle once again as part of Super Bowl 53 Champion Philadelphia Eagles.
28. Myles Garrett
Cleveland Browns
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2020, 2021)
- Second-team All-Pro (2018)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2018, 2020−2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)
- Bill Willis Trophy (2015)
- Unanimous All-American (2016)
- First-team All-American (2015)
- 2× First-team All-SEC (2015, 2016)
- Second-team All-SEC (2014)
Garrett was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft and has since become a starter for the Cleveland Browns. Garrett is known for his explosiveness off the line of scrimmage, as well as his pass-rushing skills.
In 2018, he recorded 10 sacks and helped lead the Browns to their first playoff appearance in over 50 years. As a rookie, Garrett was named to both The Sporting News' All-Rookie Team and Pro Football Focus's All-Pro Second team.
Garrett was a consensus All-American in 2016 and was a first-team selection by both the Associated Press and the Football Writers Association of America. Garrett has also been selected to four Pro Bowls, including two as an alternate and one as a starter.
He is second on the team with 73 sacks since entering the NFL in 2017. Garrett starred at Texas A&M where he recorded 242 tackles, 32 sacks, 15 interceptions (including nine returned for touchdowns), 11 pass breakups, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and one defensive touchdown over his career there.
29. Justin Herbert
Los Angeles Chargers
Career
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2020)
- Pro Bowl (2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2020)
- William V. Campbell Trophy (2019)
Herbert was drafted sixth overall by the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2020 NFL Draft. Herbert played for Oregon from 2016 to 2019 and led the Ducks to a 10-3 record as a starter his junior year, earning First Team All-Pac 12 honors.
Herbert is considered one of the top quarterbacks in this year's draft class and has drawn comparisons to Russell Wilson and Carson Wentz due to his strong arm and mobility. Justin Herbert was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
Herbert has quickly established himself as one of the best young quarterbacks in the league and is a definite contender for Rookie of the Year honors next season. In his rookie year, Herbert led Arizona to an 11-5 record and their first playoff appearance since 2007.
He also set several franchise records, including the most passing touchdowns by a rookie quarterback (31) and the most completions by a rookie quarterback (396).
With continued development, Justin Herbert has all but guaranteed himself a spot in Canton someday soon - he's definitely one player to watch out for.
30. Khalil Mack
Los Angeles Chargers
Career
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2016)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2015, 2016, 2018)
- Second-team All-Pro (2020)
- 7× Pro Bowl (2015–2020, 2022)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- 2× Butkus Award (pro) (2016, 2018)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)
- 100 Greatest Bears of All-Time
- MAC Defensive Player of the Year (2013)
- Jack Lambert Trophy (2013)
- First-team All-American (2013)
- 3× First-team All-MAC (2011–2013)
Khalil Mack is a former linebacker for the Oakland Raiders and Chicago Bears, who was drafted fifth overall in 2014. He won NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2016 and has been selected to three consecutive first-team All-Pro teams.
In 2020 he became the second player in history to be awarded Second Team All-Pro on two occasions (alongside Richard Sherman).
Mack also holds several other records including most sacks by an outside linebacker in a season (20) and career (87), as well as most tackles for loss by an outside linebacker in a season (25).
Khalil Mack is an All-Pro linebacker who has been a key part of the Bears' defense for the past few seasons. Mack was originally drafted by the Oakland Raiders in 2014, but he quickly proved himself to be one of the best linebackers in the NFL.
He led all linebackers with 15 sacks last season and added 83 tackles and 12 forced fumbles during his time with Chicago.
The 27-year-old is expected to continue leading Chicago's defense for years to come, making him one of the most successful players in franchise history.
31. Cooper Kupp
Los Angeles Rams
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LVI)
- Super Bowl MVP (LVI)
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2021)
- First-team All-Pro (2021)
- Pro Bowl (2021)
- NFL receptions leader (2021)
- NFL receiving yards leader (2021)
- NFL receiving touchdowns leader (2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)
- Walter Payton Award (2015)
- Jerry Rice Award (2013)
- 2× Big Sky Offensive Player of the Year (2015, 2016)
- 4× First-team FCS All-American (2013–16)
Cooper Kupp was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Kupp played college football at Eastern Washington and is known for his strong hands and routes downfield.
In his two seasons with the Rams, he has appeared in 47 games and recorded 417 yards on 50 receptions. Kupp has been injured recently but is expected to return to action soon after breaking.
His foot in a preseason game against Seattle Seahawks last month Cooper Kupp is a wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams and was one of the most productive players in college football during his time at Eastern Washington.
He entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2017 and quickly became one of the league’s top receivers, amassing 1,314 receiving yards and seven touchdowns that season. In 2018.
He set new career highs with 495 receptions for 7,097 yards and 31 touchdowns – earning him unanimous MVP honors from both professional sports publications and fans across America.
TDs en route to being named to his first Pro Bowl appearance while also winning First Team All-Pro accolades from both The Associated Press (AP)and the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA).
NFL receivers with 101 catches for 1,393 yards and 12 TDs through 10 games - ranking second overall behind only New England Patriots star quarterback Tom Brady in terms of yardage totals.
32. Corey Linsley
Los Angeles Chargers
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2021)
- Pro Bowl (2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)
Corey Linsley was a fifth-round pick of the Green Bay Packers in the 2014 NFL Draft. He played for the team from 2014 to 2020, appearing in 142 games and starting 113 of them.
Corey Linsley is an experienced center who has started at least 112 games in his four seasons with the Packers. He is considered one of the most reliable centers in football, and he is also known for being very strong in blocking on running plays.
In 2020, Linsley signed a three-year contract extension with the Packers that will keep him with Green Bay through the 2024 season.
Corey Linsley was born on July 27th, 1991 in Youngstown, Ohio and attended Boardman High School before going on to play college football at Ohio State where he won two Big Ten titles (2012 & 2016).
After graduating from Ohio State, Corey spent time training camp with both Cleveland Browns (2017) and Denver Broncos (2018), but failed to make either team's final roster out of preseason competition each time; eventually signing with Green Bay as their backup center after injuries struck their offensive line late during the 2018 season.
Corey Linsley was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the fourth round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He has spent his entire career with them, playing 113 games and starting 115 of them.
Corey is known for his toughness and leadership on both sides of the ball, as well as his ability to get to the quarterback. In 2020 he became only the second player in NFL history to be named First-team All-Pro at guard and second-team All-Pro at the center (joining Joe Thomas).
Corey will be a free agent after this season, and it's possible that he could return to Green Bay if they decide to re-sign him.
33. Kyler Murray
Arizona Cardinals
Career
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2019)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2020 & 2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)
- Heisman Trophy (2018)
- Davey O'Brien Award (2018)
- Manning Award (2018)
- AP College Football Player of the Year (2018)
- Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year (2018)
- First-team All-American (2018)
- First-team All-Big 12 (2018)
Murray was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in 2019. Murray is a quarterback who played for Oklahoma and Texas A&M before joining the Cardinals. He has started 13 games for the Cardinals and has been successful, leading them to a 10-6 record in his first season as a starter.
Murray is considered one of the top young quarterbacks in the league and will be key to any success that the Cardinals have moving forward.
Kyler Murray was the MVP of the 2019 NFL Draft and is considered one of the top quarterbacks in the league. He won two Pro Bowls as a rookie and led his team to a Super Bowl appearance.
Kyler Murray has been named AP College Football Player of the Year twice, Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year once, First-team All-American twice, and First-team All-Big 12 four times total.
34. George Kittle
San Francisco 49ers
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2019)
- Second-team All-Pro (2018)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2018, 2019, 2021, 2022)
George Kittle was born on October 9, 1993, in Madison, Wisconsin. He attended Norman High School and played tight end for the Norman Warriors football team before transferring to Iowa as a junior in 2012.
In 2016, he redshirted his final year with the Hawkeyes and declared for the 2017 NFL Draft where he was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the fifth round of the draft.
Kittle has appeared in all 16 games during his rookie season (2017), recording 36 receptions for 431 yards and two touchdowns – both career highs.
In 2018, he made 48 catches for 522 yards and three touchdowns while appearing in 14 games overall – missing time due to injury early on but later returning to play key roles down the stretch including a touchdown catch against Arizona that helped seal an NFC Wild Card berth for SF.
As of 2019, George Kittle is one of just four players ever with at least 50 receptions through their first three seasons (50+ catches:1st-George Kittle; 51-100: Kelvin Benjamin; 101-150: Antonio Brown).
At 6'4", 250 pounds, there's no denying that GeorgeKittle possesses size which makes him difficult to defend when working over double coverage or running deep routes downfield.
George Kittle is an all-around receiver for the San Francisco 49ers. He has caught 386 passes for 5,202 yards and 28 touchdowns in his career.
George Kittle helped the 49ers to make it to the Super Bowl in 2019 where they lost to the New England Patriots. In 2021 and 2022, he was named a first-team All-Pro by both NFLPA and Pro Football Focus respectively.
George Kittle will be entering his eighth season with the 49ers in 2022 and looks likely to continue being one of their top receivers for years to come.
35. Nick Chubb
Cleveland Browns
Career
- 4× Pro Bowl (2019–2022)
- First-team All-SEC (2014)
- Second-team All-SEC (2017)
- SEC Freshman of the Year (2014)
Nick Chubb is a talented running back who was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 2018. Nick Chubb has had a successful career with the Cleveland Browns, and he is currently their starting running back.
Nick Chubb is known for his speed and agility on the field, which makes him a dangerous player to opposing teams. Nick Chubb has also been praised for his work ethic, which has led to him becoming one of the most consistent players in the NFL over the past few years.
Nick Chubb is an exciting player to watch on Sundays due to his ability to run with power and explosiveness through holes in defenses Nick Chubb is an all-purpose back who has excelled in the NFL.
He rushed for over 6,000 yards and 48 touchdowns in his career so far. Nick Chubb was a first-team All-SEC player as a freshman at Georgia, and he has continued to be one of the best running backs in the league.
Nick Chubb will likely continue to play in the NFL for many years to come, as he is a very efficient rusher and receiver.
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36. Shaquille Leonard
Indianapolis Colts
Career
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2018)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2018, 2020, 2021)
- Second-team All-Pro (2019)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2019–2021)
- NFL forced fumbles leader (2021)
- NFL tackles leader (2018)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2018)
- 2× MEAC Defensive Player of the Year (2016, 2017)
- First-team All-MEAC (2015)
Leonard was drafted in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts. In college, Leonard recorded 284 total tackles and 10 sacks over four seasons with South Carolina State.
Leonard has spent time on injured reserve for the Colts since being drafted but is looking to make an impact as a rookie this season. Shaquille Leonard was a dominant force on the defensive side of the ball in his career with the Baltimore Ravens.
He racked up over 550 tackles, 15 sacks, and 12 interceptions during his time in the NFL. Shaq’s accolades include three First-team All-Pro nods and two MEAC Defensive Player of the Year Awards.
After leaving Baltimore in free agency, he signed with the Los Angeles Rams where he had another successful season as an edge rusher before retiring at age 33.
37. Tristan Wirfs
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LV)
- First-team All-Pro (2021)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2021, 2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2020)
- Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year (2019)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2019)
- First-team All-American (2019)
Tristan Wirfs was a highly touted prospect coming out of high school, and the Buccaneers were happy to select him with the 13th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.
In his rookie season, he started all 16 games at left tackle for Tampa Bay and helped pave the way for running back Ronald Jones II to have an impressive breakout year.
The 2021 campaign will be Wirfs' second full season in the NFL and he is looking forward to continuing his progression as one of the league's top offensive tackles. Tristan Wirfs is one of the best offensive linemen in the NFL.
He was a first-team All-American and Super Bowl champion with the Los Angeles Rams. Tristan has played 46 games over four seasons, starting all but one of them.
He has been a key part of two Big Ten championships and three Pro Bowl appearances for the Rams during that time period.
With his play on both sides of the ball, Tristan is an invaluable member of any team he plays for and will continue to be a force in the NFL for years to come.
38. Demario Davis
New Orleans Saints
Career
- Pro Bowl (2022)
- First-team All-Pro (2019)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2020, 2021)
- Bart Starr Award (2021)
- First Team All-Sun Belt Conference (2011)
Davis was drafted by the Jets in 2012, but only played for them for two seasons. He then went to Cleveland and had a good season before being traded to the Saints in 2018.
Davis is known as an inside linebacker who can do a lot of things on defense such as blitzing or covering receivers. In his ten-year career so far, Davis has totaled over 1,000 tackles and 50 sacks.
His impressive stats have made him one of the most respected players in the NFL. Davis was drafted by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft.
Davis has had a successful career with the Giants, playing in 171 games and recording 548 tackles, 83 sacks, five forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries and two interceptions.
In 2019, Davis was named First-team All-Pro and Second-team All-Pro by both Pro Football Focus and The Associated Press respectively. Davis won the Bart Starr Award in 2021 after leading his team to a Super Bowl victory over the Los Angeles Rams that year.
39. Nick Bosa
San Francisco 49ers
Career
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2019)
- 3× Pro Bowl (2019, 2021, 2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)
- First-team All-American (2017)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2017)
- Smith-Brown Defensive Lineman of the Year (2017)
Nick Bosa is a young and talented defensive end who was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2019 NFL Draft.
Nick Bosa has all of the tools to be an elite player in the NFL and could be a cornerstone for the 49er's defense for years to come.
Nick Bosa is known for his explosiveness, speed, and strength on the defensive line, making him a difficult player to block.
Nick Bosa will need time to adjust to life in the NFL but he has all of the potential needed to become one of its best players Nick Bosa is a talented young defensive lineman who has quickly established himself as one of the best in the NFL.
He was named Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2019 and has already made an impact on the field, recording 153 tackles and 42 sacks while also forcing eight fumbles and recovering two.
Nick Bosa is a versatile player who can play both end positions or linebacker, making him even more dangerous for opposing offenses.
40. Joe Burrow
Cincinnati Bengals
Career
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2021)
- Pro Bowl (2022)
- NFL completion percentage leader (2021)
- CFP national champion (2019)
- CFP National Championship Offensive MVP (2019)
- Heisman Trophy (2019)
- Maxwell Award (2019)
- Walter Camp Award (2019)
- Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (2019)
- Davey O'Brien Award (2019)
- Manning Award (2019)
- Lombardi Award (2019)
- AP College Football Player of the Year (2019)
- Sporting News College Football Player of the Year (2019)
- 2019 Peach Bowl Offensive MVP
- 2019 Fiesta Bowl Offensive MVP
- Unanimous All-American (2019)
- SEC Offensive Player of the Year (2019)
- First-team All-SEC (2019)
Joe Burrow was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2020. He has started every game for the Bengals since then and is one of the team's most consistent players.
In 2019, he led the NFL with a completion percentage of 71%. Joe also won several awards that year, including MVP of the CFP National Championship Game and Golden Arm Award winner.
Joe Burrow is an excellent quarterback who will continue to play at a high level for years to come Joe Burrow was one of the top quarterbacks in college football and has been drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft.
Joe Burrow is a graduate of Ohio State University where he played for head coach Urban Meyer's Buckeyes from 2016 to 2018. Joe Burrow set multiple NCAA records while playing for Ohio State, including most completions in a game (37) and passing yards (11,559).
Joe Burrow has shown promise as an NFL quarterback and Cleveland fans are eager to see him take over as the starter this season.
41. Christian McCaffrey
San Francisco 49ers
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2019)
- Second-team All-Pro (2018)
- Pro Bowl (2019)
- Paul Hornung Award (2015)
- Jet Award (2015)
- Football Academic All-America of the Year (2016)
- AP College Football Player of the Year (2015)
- Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year (2015)
- Consensus All-American (2015)
- 2× First-team All-Pac-12 (2015, 2016)
Christian McCaffrey is a running back for the San Francisco 49ers. He was drafted eighth overall in the 2017 NFL Draft and has since become an integral part of the team.
In 2019, McCaffrey was named first-team All-Pro and second-team All-Pro, both honors being his second consecutive season on either list. Christian McCaffrey attended Valor Christian High School in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, and played college football at Stanford before entering the NFL Draft.
McCaffrey has been incredibly successful in his short career so far - he’s won two Pro Bowls and been selected to three all-pro teams (including one first team). Christian McCaffrey is a running back from Stanford who was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft.
He has been named to two Pro Bowls and one Super Bowl, and he led the league in rushing yards in 2016 with 1,845 yards on 322 carries. McCaffrey also had 92 receptions for 963 yards and seven touchdowns, making him one of the most versatile players in all of football.
His combination of speed, elusiveness, strength, and receiving ability make him virtually unstoppable when it comes to breaking away from defenders or catching passes out of the backfield.
With his natural gifts as a runner and receiver alike, McCaffrey will be an important part of any team he plays for going forward.
42. Chris Jones
Kansas City Chiefs
Career
- Super Bowl champion (LIV)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2020, 2021)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (2018, 2020, 2021)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2019–2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2016)
Chris Jones was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2016. He played college football for Mississippi State and has been with the team since then. Jones is an offensive tackle and has started 23 games in his career.
He has also appeared in a Super Bowl appearance with the Chiefs, where they lost to New England Patriots 41-35 Chris Jones is a dominant defensive player and Super Bowl champion. He has 3 first-team All-Pro awards, 4 Pro Bowl appearances, and the NFL record for most consecutive games with a sack.
Jones had an outstanding rookie season in 2016 and is poised to have another great campaign in 2022.
43. A. J. Brown
Philadelphia Eagles
Career
- 2× Pro Bowl (2020, 2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2019)
- Conerly Trophy (2017)
- 2× First-team All-SEC (2017, 2018)
Brown was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2019. He played for the Tennessee Titans from 2019 to 2021 and then joined the Philadelphia Eagles in 2022.
Brown has made over 100 receptions for 1,500 yards and 10 touchdowns during his career so far. A. J. Brown was one of the most promising players in college football when he entered the NFL draft in 2019.
He quickly made an impact with the Rams, becoming a key part of their offense and earning multiple Pro Bowl nods along the way.
In addition to his impressive statistics on the field, Brown has also been involved in numerous community projects over his career thus far, further endearing himself to fans and teammates alike.
44. Fred Warner
San Francisco 49ers
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2020)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2020, 2022)
Fred Warner was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2018 NFL Draft. Warner attended Brigham Young University where he played linebacker for the Cougars.
He made his debut with the 49ers in 2018 and has since remained a key player on their defense. Fred Warner is 26 years old and stands at 6' 3" tall, weighing 230 pounds (104 kilograms).
His notable achievements include being named to both the Pro Football Focus All-Rookie Team and Second-team All-Pro after appearing in 14 games during his rookie season with the Niner's defense recording 78 tackles, 2 sacks, 1 interception, and 1 forced fumble.
Fred Warner was a first-team All-Pro in 2020 and has been one of the best defensive players in the NFL for the past few seasons. He is considered to be one of the key members of what is currently an extremely strong Los Angeles Rams defense.
Warner has also had success on special teams, where he has registered six fumble recoveries and 35 pass deflections over his career.
The 27-year-old will enter his tenth season with the Rams in 2022, looking to add to his impressive list of accolades.
45. Joel Bitonio
Cleveland Browns
Career
- First-team All-Pro (2021)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (2018–2020)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2018–2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2014)
- First-team All-MWC (2013)
Joel Bitonio is a guard for the Cleveland Browns. He was drafted in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft. Bitonio played college football at Nevada, where he earned All-Mountain West Conference honors as a senior in 2013.
Prior to playing professionally, Joel spent three seasons (2010–2013) with the San Francisco 49ers organization, appearing in 53 games and starting 38 of them.
In his six years in the NFL, including stints with both San Francisco and Cleveland, Bitonio has appeared in 152 games and started 134 of them at either guard or center position.
His achievements on the field have not gone unnoticed; Joel has named an AFC Pro Bowl selection in 2017 and has also been selected to play in two Super Bowls (49ers 2016, Browns 2019).
Outside of professional football, Joel enjoys spending time with his wife Sydney and their daughter Alayna; he also volunteers with organizations that support children living.
With cancer or other disabilities through sports programs such as Special Olympics California/Nevada chapter Joel Bitonio is an American football offensive lineman for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL).
He played college football in Nevada. He was drafted by the Browns as the 22nd overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. At 6'4" and 315 pounds, he has shown prowess as both a run blocker and pass protector, earning Second-team All-Pro honors three times in his career.
In 2018, he helped lead Cleveland to its first playoff berth since 2002 while being named to his fourth Pro Bowl and First-team All-MWC squad along the way. Joel is married to model Kiari Kendrell Cephus and they have one son together, Karter Bear Bitonio Jr.
46. Dak Prescott
Dallas Cowboys
Career
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2016)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2016, 2018)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2016)
- 2× First-team All-SEC (2014, 2015)
Dak Prescott was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2016 NFL Draft. He has played for the Cowboys since 2016 and is currently an active player on their roster.
Dak Prescott has been a starting quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys throughout his career, and he's won two Super Bowls with them as well as numerous other awards and accolades.
Dak Prescott was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 2016 and became their starting quarterback that season. He led his team to a 12-4 record, winning the NFC East and making it to the playoffs for the first time in franchise history.
In 2017, he led his team to another 12-4 record, becoming only the fourth player ever (and youngest) to do so as a rookie QB. This year, Dak Prescott led Dallas all the way to an improbable victory over New England in Super Bowl LI, breaking numerous NFL records along the way en route.
47. Drew Brees
New Orleans Saints
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.
48. Quenton Nelson
Indianapolis Colts
Career
- 3× First-team All-Pro (2018–2020)
- Second-team All-Pro (2021)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2018–2022)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2018)
- Unanimous All-American (2017)
Nelson was selected sixth overall in the 2018 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts. Nelson started all 16 games at left guard for the Colts in his rookie season and helped lead them to a 10-6 record, their first winning campaign since 2015.
In 2019, Nelson again started all 16 games for Indy and proved himself as one of the top guards in the league, helping them reach Super Bowl LIII where they were defeated by the New England Patriots 34-28.
Nelson signed a five-year extension with Indianapolis earlier this year that will keep him with the team through 2024.
Quenton is an outstanding athlete who has dominated at both college and professional levels at left guard (his natural position). He is sure to be a cornerstone player on any team he plays for and is destined for even greater things ahead.
Quenton Nelson is a dominant player at the center position and has been one of the best in the NFL for several years.
He was an All-American as a sophomore and freshman, before breaking through as a first-team All-Pro in 2018. Nelson is known for his strength and agility, which allow him to dominate opposing centers on both sides of the ball.
The 23-year-old will be looking to add another Pro Bowl appearance to his trophy cabinet this year and cement himself as one of the all-time greats at center field.
49. Micah Parsons
Dallas Cowboys
Career
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2021)
- First-team All-Pro (2021)
- 2× Pro Bowl (2021, 2022)
- Butkus Award (pro) (2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2021)
- Butkus–Fitzgerald Linebacker of the Year (2019)
- Consensus All-American (2019)
- First-team Freshman All-American (2018)
- First-team All-Big Ten (2019)
Micah Parsons was a standout linebacker at Penn State and was taken by the Dallas Cowboys with the 12th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.
Parsons will join a Cowboy defense that is already stacked with talent, including stars such as Demarcus Lawrence, Leighton Vander Esch, and DeMarcus Lawrence.
The 23-year-old should have an immediate impact on Dallas' defense and look to help take their team to new heights in the years to come.
Micah Parsons was a consensus All-American and First-team Freshman All-American in 2018. He led the nation with 147 tackles, 26 sacks, 6 pass deflections, and 1 touchdown during his sophomore season.
Micah Parsons is one of only two linebackers to be named first-team all-pro twice (2021, 2022) and he won the Butkus Award in 2021 for being the best linebacker in football.
50. Alvin Kamara
New Orleans Saints
Career
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2017)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2017, 2020)
- 5× Pro Bowl (2017–2021)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2017)
Alvin Kamara is a young running back who made his mark in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints. He received recognition as an All-Pro and Rookie of the Year in 2017, after rushing for 1,554 yards and 10 touchdowns on 257 carries.
Kamara signed a five-year contract extension with the Saints in 2020 and looks to continue his success into future seasons. Alvin Kamara is an NFL rookie sensation and one of the most exciting players in the league. He was drafted 9th overall by the Saints in 2017 and has quickly become a fan favorite.
His speed, agility, explosiveness, and elusiveness on the field make him a difficult player to contain.
He's scored 49 touchdowns so far in his career - which is second only to Marshawn Lynch among active running backs - and he's helped lead New Orleans to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances (2017 & 2018).
Alvin Kamara is truly one of a kind, impacting both offense and defense alike with his play on Sundays and beyond.
51. Chandler Jones
Las Vegas Raiders
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XLIX)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (2017, 2019)
- 4× Pro Bowl (2015, 2017, 2019, 2021)
- NFL sacks leader (2017)
- NFL forced fumbles co-leader (2019)
- Butkus Award (2019)
- NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (2012)
- New England Patriots All-2010s Team
- 2× All-Big East (2010, 2011)
Chandler Jones is a defensive end who played for the New England Patriots from 2012-2015 and then signed with the Arizona Cardinals in 2016. Chandler Jones has Pro Bowl appearances in 2013, 2014, and 2015 as well as All-Pro selections in 2013 and 2014.
Chandler Jones was released by the Cardinals at the end of the 2018 season after playing just one game due to an injury.
He is currently a free agent again. Chandler Jones stands at 6'5" and weighs 260 pounds, making him an imposing figure on opposing offenses Chandler Jones is a Super Bowl champion and 4-time Pro Bowler with 112 sacks in nine years in the NFL.
Chandler Jones was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2010 and has been an essential part of their defense ever since, being named to multiple All-Pro teams and leading the team in sacks each year he has played.
In 2018, Chandler Jones suffered a season-ending Achilles injury which ended his career at just 29 years old.
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