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ESPN top 100 NFL players for 2026
ESPN released its top 100 NFL players ranking for the 2026 season, compiled by its expert panel. The ranking addresses notable questions about defensive leadership and quarterback representation at the elite level. A secondary analysis highlighted nine players who league executives and scouts felt deserved inclusion but were excluded due to the list's 100-spot limitation.
Key takeaways
- 1.ESPN's expert panel identified which defender ranks as the top at their position for the 2026 season
- 2.The ranking demonstrates competitive depth in the quarterback position, with multiple QBs qualifying for the elite list
- 3.League executives and scouts identified significant omissions, suggesting notable talent fell just outside the top 100 threshold
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