
Now that the 2023 NFL Draft is over, the TGH staff have ranked their top 100 players ahead of the 2023 NFL season.
Multiple TGH staff members voted on their top 100 players, who were given scores based on their ranks, then sorted by their final score. The players were ranked regardless of position, and the editors broke any ties at their discretion.
Here is TGH’s official list of the Top 100 NFL players as of the 2023 offseason.
After getting injured in 2021, Hunter bounced back with 10.5 sacks in 2022. He has had double-digit sacks in four of the last six seasons and has been a consistent pass rusher for several years. The Vikings defense is not projected to be very good in 2023, but Hunter will be one of the bright spots. -Joe DiTullio
Last season eight-time Pro Bowl tackle Tyron Smith was limited to four regular season games. In camp last year Smith suffered a torn hamstring that kept him out of action for months. When Smith returned, he transitioned to right tackle to fill in for Terence Steele. This kept rookie Tyler Smith on the left side where he had played the entire season. This upcoming season Tyron Smith is expected to line up at left tackle once again transitioning Tyler Smith to play left guard. When heathy Tyron Smith is one of the best left tackles in the league. However, like many of the league’s top tackles, health has been an issue for Smith as he has aged. -Chris Thomas
Every NFL team needs to keep their franchise quarterback healthy, and not many have done a
better job than Slater. Despite missing most of last season, when healthy he had
proven why he was a first round pick coming from a small school in Northwestern. Slater even
earned All-Pro second team honors in his rookie season not too long ago.
-Ian Rady
Over the past few seasons Jessie Bates was one of the most talented players on the Cincinnati Bengals defense. Bates has become a household name with the recent success of the Bengals. Despite never being voted to a Pro Bowl, Bates is considered one of the best safeties in the league. Last season Bates had 71 combined tackles, eight passes defended, a career-high four interceptions, and a forced fumble. Cincinnati made the tough decision letting Bates walk in free agency which allowed him to sign a four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons. Now Bates will play the role of the veteran star player that could help this defense make a huge leap next season and beyond as the Falcons to conclude their rebuild. -Chris Thomas
Goff found new life in his career in Detroit. The Lions have protected him and improved the wide receiver room. In 2022, he passed for 4,438 yards, 29 touchdowns and seven interceptions on 65.1 percent completion. With new additions to the offense, Goff is poised for another big year and will be hoping to lead the Lions to the playoffs. -Joe DiTullio
Even though his touchdown total took a dip last season, Jones posted the best rushing season of his career, racking up 1,121 yards on the ground. He also added almost 400 yards through the air. While he did have five fumbles, his big workload offset those a bit. He remains the best and most polished offensive weapon on the Packers this year. -Ben Hendricks
Davis made his first-ever Pro Bowl and his fourth straight All-Pro team in 2022 (First Team in 2019, Second Team in 2020-2022). He racked up 6.5 sacks and 100 total tackles while also grabbing the third interception of his career last season. Despite entering his age-34 season, he’s still coming on strong. -Ben Hendricks
As an interior defensive lineman, Reader is an unsung hero on the Bengals’ defense. He only had 27 total tackles and one tackle for loss in 2022, but his impact is much larger than that. Reader is very disruptive and can take on multiple blockers, allowing other players to run freely to the football to make plays. He is a very important key to the Bengals recent success. -Joe DiTullio
Burns was the subject of a few trade rumors last season, but the Panthers deemed him too valuable to let go of, even while in a total rebuild. He had a career high in sacks (12.5) and total tackles (63) last season, and also made his second consecutive Pro Bowl. -Ben Hendricks
There’s a reason why Nick Bosa is ecstatic to have newly acquired Hargrave to the 49ers. This
past season, Hargrave posted a career high 11 sacks while recording 60 tackles. Hargrave is
one of the most dominant interior defensive forces in the game today which just makes the top
ranked 49ers defense even more of a threat in this upcoming season.
-Ian Rady
After being a late offseason cut by the New York Giants, James Bradberry became a key contributor for the NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles. Bradberry was named Second Team All-Pro and earned himself a three-year extension with the team after how he played last season. He finished the season with 44 combined tackles, 17 passes defended, three interceptions, and a pick-six. Next season Bradberry will once again be a vital piece on this revamped Eagles defense looking to return to the Super Bowl next season. -Chris Thomas
Smith improved on his rookie season in every aspect last year. He had more targets, catches, yards and touchdowns in 2022 en route to a Super Bowl appearance with the Philadelphia Eagles. For what it’s worth, he’s also played in every single game since being drafted, too. -Ben Hendricks
Simmons is one of the more productive interior defensive linemen in the league. He registered 7.5 sacks and nine tackles for loss during the 2022 season, even though he only played in just 15 games. The Titans just signed Simmons to a massive contract extension and it was well worth it for what he does for their defense. -Joe DiTullio
Reigning AP Comeback Player of the Year award winner Geno Smith has shown the NFL world
why no one should count him out. After being a backup for six years straight, he burst out onto
the scene last season throwing 30 touchdowns ranking fourth among all quarterbacks last
season. Smith took a Seahawks team that was projected to be last in the NFL to a solid 9-8
season.
-Ian Rady
As a versatile safety, Simmons lined up deep, in the box and in the slot for the Broncos. There was plenty of production from his versatility, as he had 69 total tackles, six interceptions and three forced fumbles. The six interceptions were tied for the league lead in 2022. With Simmons returning to the Broncos and Sean Payton taking over, there is some reason for hope for Denver. -Joe DiTullio
There aren’t many defenders that have produced as consistently as DeForest Buckner has the past couple of seasons. Discretely he has been one of the best pass-rushing defensive tackles in the league. Last season Buckner had 74 combined tackles, 11 tackles for loss, eight sacks, two forced fumbles, and a fumble recovery. Buckner once again finds himself being one of the best players on an Indianapolis Colts team with a huge range of outcomes when it comes to what their record will be at the end of the year. -Chris Thomas
Vea has only continued to improve in his five-year career. He is so highly respected amongst the
league because of his rare size (347 lbs.) and athleticism combo. Opposing teams have to
gameplan ways to avoid Vea disrupting the flow of the offense which is hard to find in an interior
defensive lineman.
-Ian Rady
He may have only played in seven games last season, but Lattimore is still a lockdown NFL cornerback. His Pro Bowl streak came to an end due to a lacerated kidney, but he’ll still be expected to be a top defensive player in 2023. -Ben Hendricks
A lot has been made of Rodgers’ “bad” 2022 season, but a “bad” season for Rodgers is a top-tier season for some of the more middling quarterbacks in the league. He still threw for over 3,600 yards and 26 touchdowns. The four-time NFL MVP is still one of the best players in the league, and will attempt to break the Jets’ 12-year playoff drought in 2023. -Ben Hendricks
In his second season in the league, Penei Sewell took a leap forward to be the franchise cornerstone player that Detroit believed they drafted in the 2021 NFL Draft. He was voted to the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career. Sewell was outstanding as a run-blocker and pass-protector. He only allowed two sacks on 1142 snaps last season. Entering his third season as a pro, Sewell has already emerged as one of the best right tackles in the league. -Chris Thomas
Mailata may have missed a game last season, but Mailata helped anchor one of the best run-blocking (and best overall) offensive lines in the entire league. He took 93 percent of the Eagles’ snaps at tackle last season, on their way to the Super Bowl. He should remain a top-tier offensive lineman in 2023, barring those far-too-frequent lineman injuries. -Ben Hendricks
Ward tied his career high in interceptions last season, with three, despite playing in only 14 games. He also defended 15 passes and scored two defensive touchdowns on both of his fumble recoveries on the year. His 53 tackles tied his career high, as well, continuing a very solid career for the Cleveland Brown. -Ben Hendricks
Graham returned from injury and recorded 11 sacks. His play helped the Eagles win the NFC and his leadership was extremely valuable. The Eagles’ defensive line ranked near the top in history for sacks in a season and they likely don’t get that far with Graham. -Joe DiTullio
White had a down year statistically, but only played in six games due to injury. When healthy, he is one of the best corners in the league. This season, the Bills will need him to face off with some of the other best teams in the AFC (the Chiefs and the Bengals), as they have good passing attacks. -Joe DiTullio
In his rookie season, Woolen was tied for the league lead for interceptions last season. He was
dominant at the cornerback position compared to anyone at any age. He even contributed on
special teams recording a blocked kick as he is the full-package defensive back.
-Ian Rady
In a league with a lot of talented pass rushers, Trey Hendrickson does not get the recognition he deserves as being regarded as one of the best pass rushers in the league. He has been a key cog for the Bengals defense for the past two seasons. However, he has sustained put up great sack numbers over the past three years. This past season Hendrickson had 32 combined tackles, eight sacks, and three forced fumbles. That production earned Hendrickson his second Pro Bowl nod in two seasons. Even after adding Myles Murphy in the first round of the NFL Draft, Hendrickson should be the team’s primary pass rusher next season. -Chris Thomas
After getting traded from the Bears to the Ravens, Smith really improved the Baltimore defense. They were able to play the Bengals tough in the playoffs and Smith was a big part of that. He registered 169 total tackles last season and will be seen flying to the football again in 2023. -Chris Thomas
Metcalf has played in every single game since being drafted by the Seattle Seahawks. In fact, he’s only failed to start one game in four seasons. He had the second-best receiving season of his career in 2022, racking up 1,048 yards and six touchdowns on a career-high 90 catches. He’ll likely only rise up these same lists in 2023. -Ben Hendricks
Late in the 2022 offseason the New Orleans Saints recognized that they were unlikely to extend C.J. Gardner-Johnson and retain him this offseason. So the Saints traded Gardner-Johnson to the Philadelphia Eagles for multiple Day 3 selections. He proved to be the final piece that this defense needed to add that offseason to be one of the best in the league. In 12 games last season, Gardner-Johnson had 67 combined tackles, eight passes defended, six interceptions, and a sack. His six interceptions were tied for the league lead last season.
Shockingly the Eagles let Gardner-Johnson walk in free agency to sign a one year affordable deal with the Detroit Lions. The Lions are hoping that Gardner-Johnson can provide a spark for them similarly to what he did this past season with the Eagles. -Chris Thomas
Ekeler is the prime example of an every-down running back. He managed to rush for 900 yards,
13 rushing touchdowns alongside an astonishing 107 receptions and 5 receiving touchdowns.
Despite having the second most touchdowns for a non-quarterback over the past three
seasons, he is yet to make a pro bowl roster going into his seventh season.
-Ian Rady
Humphrey made the Pro Bowl for the third time in his career last season. He may not get as many interceptions as he did back in 2021 when he had eight, but he can lock up some of the top receivers in the game. The Ravens will be relying on him heavily in 2023, as they didn’t bring back Marcus Peters on the other side of the defense. -Joe DiTullio
Ezekiel Elliot’s time in Dallas may be over, but their days of having a top running back are not.
Pollard was mainly utilized as a returner and gadget player his first few seasons where he
shined in his limited playing time. When Pollard got thrust into the starting role this season, he
showed the Cowboys why it is his time to be their starting back as he recorded 1,007 yards and
nine touchdowns.
-Ian Rady
Taylor played in only 11 games last season, and posted a less-than-stellar campaign, to be frank. However, his 861 yards and four touchdowns weren’t byproducts of him underperforming, as the offensive line was not great to say the least. There has to be at least some good will carried over from 2021, though, when he led the league in carries, yards, touchdowns and yards per game. Fantasy managers everywhere are ready for a Taylor comeback in 2023. -Ben Hendricks
In his age-30 season, Judon had a ridiculous 15.5 sacks with the Patriots. He also forced a few fumbles and had 60 total tackles on the year. Judon earned his fourth consecutive Pro Bowl nod for his work last year, and even finished ninth in Defensive Player of the Year voting. -Ben Hendricks
Over the past two seasons Nick Bolton has emerged as a star for the Kansas City Chiefs defense. Early in his career he has already established himself as one of the best run stuffing linebackers in the league. In the 2022-23 season Bolton had 180 combined tackles, two interceptions, and a forced fumble. His season was capped off with a fumble recovery that he picked up and returned for a touchdown in the Super Bowl. That play changed the momentum of the Super Bowl in the Chiefs favor. He could look to take his play to the next level next season and enter the conversation as one of the best overall linebackers in the league. -Chris Thomas
In his third season, Tua showed the NFL world what he is capable of while battling through
injuries. He threw 25 touchdowns to just 8 interceptions while having a 6-touchdown
performance in one game. As long as he can stay healthy, it will be Tua Time in Miami for quite
some time.
-Ian Rady
Mathieu went home to Louisiana after three years and two Super Bowl appearances (and one win) with the Chiefs. He played in 14 games last year, grabbed three interceptions, forced a fumble and racked up 91 total touchdowns. Not quite on par with three First Team All-Pro seasons, but many safeties around the league would’ve loved to have had a 2022 season like Mathieu’s. -Ben Hendricks
He only played 12 games in 2021, but recovered and played all 17 games in 2022, registering 124 total tackles along the way. With Devin White wanting a new contract and possibly getting traded, David will have a lot of handle in 2023. He has shown he is capable of playing great, as he has been consistently one of the best linebackers in the entire league. The Buccaneers have a lot of change going on heading into 2023, but having a stalwart like David returning will help a lot. -Joe DiTuillio
Super Bowl MVP and three-time All-Pro edge rusher Von Miller still is as dominant as ever at
the age of 34. Despite suffering a season-ending injury in Week 12, he managed to record eight
sacks. He may retire in the next few seasons but while he is still around teams have to
game plan ways to avoid Miller taking over.
-Ian Rady
Throughout NFL history there has not been many players that have aged as well as Cameron Heyward. It is rare when a defensive lineman improves on his play as he plays into his late 20’s and early 30’s. Over the last couple of seasons Heyward has began receiving recognition as one of the best interior defensive lineman in the league. Not only is he stout against the run, but he also puts up great sack numbers from the interior. This past season Heyward had 74 combined tackles, 10.5 sacks, and a forced fumble. At this point of his career Heyward has a legitimate case to be voted into the Hall of Fame once he hangs it up. -Chris Thomas
He doesn’t get as much recognition as he maybe should, but Darrisaw has quietly developed into one of the best tackles in the league. PFF ranked him as the number two tackle in 2022. While Kirk Cousins and Justin Jefferson get the headlines, they are able to do so because of the protection Darrisaw provides. -Joe DiTullio
In just three years in the league, Wirfs has made two Pro Bowls, a First Team All-Pro and a Second Team All-Pro (2021 and 2022). He played just 13 games last season, but makes his presence felt not just when he’s there, but with his absence as well. Wirfs should continue to be a top-tier tackle in the league. -Ben Hendricks
The past three season the Cleveland Browns offensive line has been a juggernaut. The longest tenured player on their line is Joel Bitonio. The multiple time Pro Bowler has carved himself a nice career and has established himself as one of the premiere players at his position. PFF gave Bitonio an 87.5 grade last season. He only gave up one sack on 1172 snaps last season. In a year full of uncertainty in Cleveland Bitonio and their offensive line gives them a great chance to be a playoff team next season. -Chris Thomas
In Reddick’s first season with the NFC champs, Reddick led the Eagles defense in sacks. It was
his career high, totaling 16 sacks, ranking second in the NFL last season. The outside
linebacker’s best season landed him on the Second-team All-Pro. Reddick is in the prime of his
career entering his second season with the Super Bowl favorite Eagles, making them the team
to beat next season.
-Ian Rady
Depending on how deeply entrenched one is in the NFL world, Ronnie Stanley could be considered one of the most underrated players in the league. Despite making just one All Pro Team and one Pro Bowl, Stanley is the anchor of the Ravens’ offensive line, and, depending on health, will continue to be for a long time to come. -Ben Hendricks
After a disappointing season with the Panthers in 2021, Gilmore had a bounce back season for
the Colts despite the Colts’ disappointing season. Gilmore is near the end of his career, but that
did not stop him from shutting down some of the league’s best. He played in all 16 games and
had an elite PFF coverage grade at 79.1 last season. The highlight of last season was when he
swatted the game-winning pass from Russell Wilson in overtime to win the Colts the game.
-Ian Rady
After his first four seasons in the NFL, Dexter Lawerence has removed the nose tackle label. Coming out of the 2019 NFL Draft many thought Lawerence was just a space eating defensive lineman that would play in the middle of a defense. This past season Lawerence started hitting home on the pressure he was produce earlier in his career. He had a career high 7.5 sacks and two forced fumbles on 68 combined tackles. There is a case that Lawerence is the most talented player on a very young but talented Giants defense. If New York wants to go back to the playoffs next season they need Lawerence to mimic his production from this past season or build upon his stats from last year. -Chris Thomas
Although he has had better seasons, Nelson is still one of the best guards in the game. With a new quarterback coming in this season in Anthony Richardson, it could help the entire offense as they can have more balance than this past season. Nelson is a high IQ player who still has the physical tools to be elite at his position in 2023. -Joe DiTullio
Kupp may have missed half of last season, but his dominance when healthy was undeniable. In
just nine games in 2022 Kupp had 75 receptions for 812 yards and six touchdowns. The Rams
had the most disappointing season for a reigning Super Bowl champ in NFL history, however,
Kupp still played at the same elite level when on the field.
-Ian Rady
Lawrence got his first taste of playoff action in 2022 after an all-time dysfunctional rookie season in 2021 (through no fault of his own). He orchestrated the biggest comeback in the history of the Jaguars’ organization in the first round of the playoffs (27 points). All signs point to that just being the beginning for Lawrence and the Jags. -Ben Hendricks
Mark Andrews remains one of the best tight ends in the entire league, regardless of his “step back” last year. Those words are in quotes because he still had almost 850 yards and five touchdowns while playing in just 15 games (some of those without his starting quarterback). It was his third Pro Bowl season in four years, and he presents himself as one of the biggest receiving threats at the position in a long time. -Ben Hendricks
Former third overall pick Quinnen Williams came on in a huge way in his second season in Robert Saleh’s defense. He had a career high 12 sacks on 55 combined tackles. Coming out of Alabama many thought Williams could be a stout run defender with the potential to be an elite sack artist from the interior. Along with offensive rookie of the year Garrett Wilson and defensive rookie of the year Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner, Williams appeared to be a foundational piece of a Jets team looking to make the playoffs for the first time since the 2010-11 season. Currently Williams is trying to get paid like Jeffrey Simmons and Dexter Lawerence who were drafted after Williams in the 2019 NFL Draft and are two of the top-5 highest paid defensive tackles in the league. New York has a lot financial problems to sort out including the contract of Aaron Rodgers before next season. But Giving Williams the extension he deserves is near the top of the list of priorities of general manager Joe Douglas. -Chris Thomas
Possibly the best safety in the NFL, James is the epitome of a do-it-all safety. It is often to find
James lined up in the box, edge, slot, or back deep as he can play anywhere. He had 2
interceptions, 2 forced fumbles, 115 tackles and 4 sacks just last season. James led the bolts on
a four game win streak allowing less than 17 points late in the season, giving the Chargers the
5th seed in the AFC.
-Ian Rady
Humphrey has already made his mark on the league in just two seasons. He’s played and started in every single game since being drafted, racking up a Second Team All-Pro selection and a Pro Bowl nod. He even finished third in Offensive Rookie of the Year rankings in 2021, which is a big accomplishment seeing as how he plays center, a much unheralded position. -Ben Hendricks
Bosa had a very disappointing season due to injuries, but still showed what he is capable of
when healthy. The opening game against the Raiders was the only preview of what Khalil Mack
and Bosa on each edge can do, with Bosa having 1.5 sacks and a forced fumble. Bosa has
earned the respect for being dominant for so long and is looking to have a bounce back season
entering 2023.
-Ian Rady
Waddle pairs with Tyreek Hill to make one of the most effective wide receiver duos in the game. He has started off his career with back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons and it doesn’t look like he slowing down anytime soon. If Tua Tagovailoa can stay healthy, Waddle’s production could soar in 2023. -Joe DiTullio
One of the biggest breakout candidates heading into the 2022-23 season was second year receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. Down the stretch of his rookie season, St. Brown was arguably the most dominant offensive player in the league. It left the league wondering if he could sustain that level of production throughout an entire season. St. Brown proved that he is fully capable of being a number one receiver and high volume weapon for the Lions offense. He finished the year with 106 receptions on 146 targets for 1161 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns. Next season expectation are high in Detroit as they are expected by many to win their division next season. St. Brown’s production in year three should be a huge factor on how the Lions finish next season. Next year he should have more help from young weapons around him like Jameson Williams, Sam LaPorta, and Jahmyr Gibbs. -Chris Thomas
The Los Angeles Rams adding Bobby Wagner last offseason had a similar feeling to when the Golden State Warriors signed DeMarcus Cousins back in 2018. It felt extremely unfair that the reigning champions added a talent of Wagner’s caliber. Similarly to the Warriors from the 2018-19 season, the Rams fell short of expectations this past season. It is fair to say outside of Aaron Donald, Wagner was the teams only consistent bright spot throughout the entire season. He finished the season with 140 combined tackles, six sacks, and two interceptions. The Rams let him go after his first season of a five year contract because this team couldn’t afford to keep Wagner at this current salary with how the team underperformed last season. Next season Wagner will be suiting up with his former team of ten years in the Seattle Seahawks. He hopes to be the veteran that will bring a shockingly deep and talented young Seahawks team over the top in the NFC next season. -Chris Thomas
After not being consistently productive with Jimmy Garoppolo or Trey Lance at quarterback, he became the go-to target for Brock Purdy. He finished the 2022 season with 765 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns with a lot of his production coming late in the season. Kittle not only catches passes well, but he also blocks well for the position too, making him one of the best all-around tight ends in the league. -Joe DiTullio
In nine years in the league, Armstead has managed to make an All-Pro team and four Pro Bowls despite never playing every game in a season, which should speak to how effective he is when he’s on the field. In 13 games last season, he played 86 percent of the Dolphins’ offensive snaps and contributed to a much-improved Miami offensive line. -Ben Hendricks
Lamb was the undisputed number one receiver on the Cowboys’ offense for the first time in 2022. He responded to that extra pressure by racking up 107 catches, 1,359 yards and nine touchdowns. All of those stats are career highs, so it seems as if he’s up to the challenge. All signs point to him continuing to impress in 2023. -Ben Hendricks
Despite the Chargers’ top receivers missing a large chunk of the season, Herbert showed why
he should be the face of the Chargers for the next decade or more. Although it was Herbert’s
lowest passing touchdown season (25), he still ranked second in passing yards with 4,379. There was a lot of adversity for the Chargers last season and in Herbert’s first playoff game. Now with new offensive coordinator in Kellen Moore, Hebert should continue to show the league why he is a top quarterback in the game today.
-Ian Rady
Tackles are some of the most important, yet unsung players in the NFL. Given that most quarterbacks are right-handed, left tackles are at even more of a premium. Thomas is among the best-of-the-best in this category. He played 98 percent of offensive snaps last year, garnering only one penalty. Adding to the impressive nature of that stat is the fact that it wasn’t even a holding or false start flag. -Ben Hendricks
“Big Play Slay” was the premier corner on the NFC Champion Eagles with his ball hawking skills. Slay totaled three interceptions and 14 passes deflected in his 10th NFL season. Slay provided the Eagles veteran leadership with the ability to guard anyone, which is why the Eagles could not let him leave, re-signing him this offseason. -Ian Rady
Lamar Jackson has had some health issues that really came to roost last season. Regardless of that, he is a prolific rushing quarterback whose “struggles” throwing the ball have been greatly exaggerated. Now that he has a legitimate receiving core, Jackson seems poised to prove pundits wrong in 2023. -Ben Hendricks
Saquon finds himself in the middle of a contract dispute with the Giants. His play has deemed him very valuable, but the running back market can be unfriendly. Either way, Barkley was the focal point of the Giants’ offense in 2022 and stayed healthy. He rushed for 1,312 yards and 10 touchdowns. Barkley added 338 receiving yards as well. If he is on the field for the Giants they can match up with most teams in the NFL. -Joe DiTullio
Crosby has impressed since his rookie season, but had his best year yet in 2022. He had 12.5 sacks and a league-leading 22 tackles for loss. The Raiders’ defense has been bad, but Crosby is a bright spot. With more improvement, he can continue to rise these lists of the league’s best players in the years to come. -Joe DiTullio
Lindstrom sits high on TGH’s top 100 despite being a right guard, which is an underappreciated position. He made the Second Team All-Pro last year, and earned a Pro Bowl nod, playing in every single game of the 2022 season. His run-blocking will be tested next year as he clears paths for Bijan Robinson, one of the most highly-touted running back prospects since Saquon Barkley. -Ben Hendricks
Alexander was said to have had a “bad” season last year, but his raw stats belie that. He had five interceptions in 16 games, which was by far a career high. He also had 53 tackles, which was the third-most of his career. Most of the plays that resulted in Alexander getting burned was due to bad defensive scheming by the coaching staff. Hopefully that will be tuned up next season, resulting in him rising up these kinds of lists. -Ben Hendricks
Tunsil has played well in his career for both Miami and Houston. He was just rewarded with a big payday. The seven-year veteran has made three of the last four Pro Bowls and will look to keep that level of play up to help protect new franchise quarterback C.J. Stroud. -Joe DiTullio
Recently, Zack Martin was named the very first 99 overall guard in Madden since 2003. If that doesn’t speak to Martin’s ability, then nothing does. He made the Pro Bowl and First Team All-Pro for the eighth and sixth time, respectively in 2022. He’s an anchor among anchors and one of the best Cowboys offensive linemen of all time, bar none. -Ben Hendricks
Diggs has been racking up the headlines in the 2023 preseason, but the fact that his unhappiness is being so well documented means he’s worth the attention. He had 1,429 yards and 11 touchdowns last year, beating his 2021 marks in both categories. Diggs remains one of the biggest receiving threats in the league and should be targeted heavily again in 2023. -Ben Hendricks
It was a contract year for Jacobs in 2022 and he delivered. He led the league in rushing with 1,653 yards and added 12 touchdowns. Jacobs also showed some value as a receiver with 53 receptions for 400 yards. When the offense wasn’t able to move the ball through the air, Jacobs put the offense on his back and was able to keep the chains moving. -Joe DiTullio
Chubb remains one of the best running backs in the entire NFL, putting up career numbers in rushing yards, rushing attempts and total touchdowns last season. He may have missed out on the rushing title, but Chubb is so essential to the Browns’ offense that he alone could make front offices rethink their undervaluing of running backs. -Ben Hendricks
Henry led the league in rushing attempts for the third time in four years in 2022. In that same span, he’s only failed to post 1,000 yards rushing once, but that was due to him only playing eight games. He returned to form last year, with 1,538 yards on the ground and 13 touchdowns. Henry is clearly one of the most iconic running backs of this generation, and possibly of all time. -Ben Hendricks
Kelce has already had a Hall of Fame career, but last season his strength was on full display.
Kelce was the lead blocker on the infamous “tush push” play that made the Eagles unstoppable
from under a yard to go. While earning his fifth All-Pro selection, the Kelce brothers made
history by being the first pair of brothers to play against each other in Super Bowl history.
-Ian Rady
Coming off of his AP Offensive Rookie of the Year season, Chase did not disappoint, totaling, 1,046
receiving yards and nine touchdowns while only playing in 12 games. Chase is on pace for a Hall
of Fame career, as he already has broken records such as the most rookie receiving yards in
NFL history. The LSU duo of Burrow to Chase is as dangerous as any combination in NFL
history.
-Ian Rady
Fitzpatrick blurs the line between true safety and versatile defensive back. He’s a rangey defender with a nose for the ball, evidenced by him leading the league in interceptions (six) for the first time in his career. He also placed 10th in Defensive Player of the Year voting last season, his first time receiving a top-10 placement for the award. -Ben Hendricks
A.J. Brown was traded out of Tennessee during draft night last season, and flourished anyway. He without a doubt was a big factor in leading the Eagles to the Super Bowl with his almost 1,500 yards and 11 touchdowns with an absolutely huge 17 yards per reception. Brown managed to impress despite being part of the most run-heavy offense in the league. Eagles fans should be thrilled with the trade and excited about year two of the Hurts-Brown era. -Ben Hendricks
Lane Johnson was yet another member of the Eagles’ offensive line that help set rushing records. He made the First Team All-Pro last year for the second year and also made his fourth Pro Bowl. Johnson sits as one of the best right tackles in the league. -Ben Hendricks
Surtain’s effectiveness comes from being a shutdown corner. He doesn’t allow receivers much wiggle room. Surtain did have 10 passes defended and two interceptions last season, but looking beyond the box score shows his real value, as he is able to limit some of the game’s biggest receivers. -Joe DiTullio
Ramsey makes the move from L.A. to South Beach this season, hoping to add some much-needed “oomph” to the middling Dolphins defense. Even though teams don’t tend to throw his direction very much due to his impeccable man-to-man skills, he still collected four picks last year and made the Pro Bowl. Ramsey still has some years left in his prime, and now lands in one of the most talent-crowded divisions in football. Watching him cover Diggs and Wilson should be a fireworks show. -Ben Hendricks
McCaffrey is finally back to full form on a Super Bowl contending team. The reigning Comeback
Player of the Year runner-up got to show the world what he is still capable of totaling 1,880 yards
from scrimmage and 13 total touchdowns only missing one game this season. It is an amazing
accomplishment to do what he did in any season, let alone one in which he got traded. He’s still dominating, and it is truly incredible.
-Ian Rady
Warner isn’t a household name yet, but he should be. In 2020 and 2022, he made First Team All-Pro and was nominated to the Pro Bowl. He grabbed 120 tackles in 17 games last season, and also grabbed an interception and a forced fumble. While his sack numbers aren’t standout, he’s one of the most sure-handed defensive players in the league. -Ben Hendricks
Gardner started his NFL career with a bang in 2022. He won Defensive Rookie of the Year, finished eighth in Defensive Player of the Year voting, made First Team All-Pro and the Pro Bowl all in his first season in the league. He led the league in pass defenses with 20, grabbed two interceptions and wrapped up 75 combined tackles. There’s certainly a lot to be excited when it comes to Sauce’s career moving forward. -Ben Hendricks
Hurts may very well have been the MVP of the NFL had ne not missed two games due to injury last year. In addition to leading the Eagles to the Super Bowl, he threw for a career-high 3,701 yards and 22 touchdowns. He added 13 more scores on the ground and finished as the MVP runner-up, a Pro Bowler, a Second Team All-Pro selection and a finalist for Offensive Player of the Year. Hurts has arrived and the only thing to do now is wait to see if he duplicates it with a new offensive coordinator next season. -Ben Hendricks
Coming off his 2021 AP Defensive Player of the Year season, Watt performed at a high level
through adversity. In the Steelers transitional season without Big Ben Roethlisburger as their
leader, Watt performed at a high level. While it was a step-down from the previous season, Watt
still totaled 5.5 sacks and 2 interceptions and a Pro Bowl selection. While it wasn’t Watt’s best
season, he is still as highly respected as ever before, living up to his brother’s legacy.
-Ian Rady
Jones continued his five year run of racking up accolades in 2022. In the past five seasons, he’s made four Pro Bowls, four All-Pro team selections, finished third in Defensive Player of the Year voting and won two Super Bowls. Jones grabbed 15.5 sacks last year, matching a career high. -Ben Hendricks
Bosa won his first Defensive Player of the Year award last season, finished sixth in MVP voting and made the Pro Bowl and First Team All-Pro. He easily led the league in sacks with 18.5 and forced two fumbles while he was at it. He remains one of the most physical players in the league, regardless of position. -Ben Hendricks
The Bills started the 2022 season on fire. Then Allen hurt his arm and things started to sputter. He still finished with a solid season of 4,283 passing yards, 35 touchdowns and 14 interceptions on 63.3 percent completion. Hopefully, when healthy this season, he can find his 2020 form and take the Bills deep into the playoffs. -Joe DiTullio
Adams was without a doubt one of the lone bright spots during the Raiders’ less-than-successful 2022 campaign. In the past five years, Adams has posted two 1,300-plus yard seasons and two 1,500-plus yard seasons. He led the league in touchdown receptions for the second time last year, made his sixth-consecutive Pro Bowl and his third-straight First Team All-Pro. The man is a game-changer, regardless of who is throwing him the ball. -Ben Hendricks
Garrett played in 16 games last season, grabbing 16 sacks (for the second season in a row), 60 combined tackles, four pass defenses and two forced fumbles. He finished fifth in DPoY voting, made his third Pro Bowl and his second All-Pro Second Team. There’s really nothing to be said that hasn’t already about his consistency and effectiveness on the edge of the defensive line. He’s a man who needs to be doubled on every play, period. -Ben Hendricks
Yet another great year for Kelce proving why he is the best tight end in the NFL today. Last
season Kelce was named 1st team All-Pro, second in receiving touchdowns, third in receiving
yards, and also won the Super Bowl (beating his brother Jason). Kelce proved that the Chiefs
can be successful without Tyreek Hill, as Kelce will go down as the best tight end to ever play
this game.
-Ian Rady
Tyreek “Cheetah” Hill shows why size is just a number. Hill proved the doubters that thought he could only succeed with Patrick Mahomes very wrong. Hill had the most yards in his career last season for a monstrous 1,710 receiving yards and eight total touchdowns. His versatile speed and route running combination has changed the way teams have to play defense. Even with a safety 10 yards deep, Hill can break out for an 80-yard touchdown at any moment. There have been many fast receivers in the NFL, but none as all around talented as Hill. -Ian Rady
Burrow is already a Bengals legend in just his third season in the league. After suffering a season-ending injury just 10 games into his rookie year, he bounced back in a huge way. He has now been to two-straight AFC Championship Games and a Super Bowl, coming just a few questionable calls away from winning the ones that he lost. He posted 34 and 35 touchdown seasons in the past two years, respectively, throwing for over 4,400 yards in each of them. Simply put, he has a case for the best quarterback (and player) in the league, regardless of the Chiefs’ success. -Ben Hendricks
At 34-years old, Trent Williams can still hold his head high as maybe the best tackle (and offensive lineman, for that matter) in the NFL. He’s got an insane 10-year Pro Bowl streak going and has made two First-Team All Pros (plus one Second Team). Even though he’s not always healthy, he is always rock solid. A surprising amount of the Niners’ offensive success can be contributed to his blocking. -Ben Hendricks
2022-2023’s Offensive Player of the Year went to Justin Jefferson, for good reason. He led the league in receptions (128), receiving yards (1,809) and yards per game (106.4). His touchdowns (eight) weren’t a career high, but what difference does that make when he’s one of the most dominant offensive forces in the league? The First Team All-Pro was an addition to the “99 Club” in Madden 24, and it’s easy to see why.
Parsons is all over the field for the Cowboys. He plays edge rusher and linebacker, making huge plays at each position. After having 13 sacks as a rookie, he improved to 13.5 sacks in 2022. His versatility and pure explosiveness help him make plays for the Cowboys, who will be counting on him a lot in 2023. -Joe DiTullio
Although it was a step-down for Donald, when considering his sky-high expectations, he still showed why he is a quarterback’s worst nightmare. While it was a disastrous season for everyone on the Rams, Donald was one of the few bright spots. He racked up 5 sacks and 49 tackles in 11 games in 2022. While his career is coming to an end, Donald will go down as an all-time great who still has a lot to give to the Rams in 2023. -Ian Rady
Even after sitting for one season behind Alex Smith, there may not be a better start to an NFL career at quarterback in history. Mahomes has made five Pro Bowls, two All-Pro teams and won two Super Bowls. This all comes with mind-boggling stats. He led the league in both passing yardage and passing touchdowns in 2022. After defeating a stacked Eagles’ team in the Super Bowl, Mahomes has cemented himself as the best player in the league and will be until someone knocks him out of the top spot. -Joe DiTullio
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