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Nobody should be this big and powerful, yet still quick and explosive. JJ Watt can beat any Offensive Lineman in the league and even throws his hands up and swats an uncountable amount of passes. There's no scheming around JJ Watt. He will dominate no matter what.
2. Von Miller, Denver Broncos
Speed is the name of the game for this pass rushing technician. Miller has a wide assortment of moves that can make any opposing Lineman look like fools. While he is incredibly quick and explosive, he won't get rag-dolled around. He sports enough strength to stay up and fight to reach the QB.
3. Rob Gronkowski, New England Patriots
Gronk comes in as arguably the best TE in the entire NFL. With him on the field, it allows Tom Brady a security blanket in case of emergency. Gronk's physicality along with above average athleticism enables him to stack up and beat any defender.
4. Patrick Peterson, Arizona Cardinals
Peterson's versatility as both a Cornerback and a Return Specialist makes him that much more valuable. He is a top 10 CB in the league and arguably the best Return Specialist. His mix of speed, quickness, and body control makes him a lethal threat at both of his positions.
5. Andrew Luck, Indianapolis Colts
Few rookie QBs have taken such an awful team from the previous season, 2-14, and then turned them into a playoff team. Luck dealt with an awful OL, an average, at best, WR corps, inconsistent RB play, and an awful defense that forced him to play from behind often, yet he still proved that he can be elite.
6. Aldon Smith, San Francisco 49ers
Smith is one of the freakiest athletes in the NFL. His long arms along with his quickness allow him to violate opposing Lineman and sack opposing QBs. Although, to be fair, Justin Smith does a great job of letting him free.
7. Julio Jones, Atlanta Falcons
While he isn't even the No.1 WR in Atlanta, Jones is an incredible athlete. He has naturally gifted speed to compliment his height of 6'3". His threat to create an explosive play is a nightmare for opposing defensive coordinators.
8. Russell Wilson, Seattle Seahawks
The composure and pocket presence that Wilson brings to the table is insanely valuable and seemed veteran-like. His arm talent is solid and he has proven that time and time again, especially in the home of the 12th man. It also doesn't hurt that he can run the read-option, although I feel that the option will be less effective next season.
9. Trent Richardson, Cleveland Browns
T-Rich is a nasty and powerful running back that carried a heavy workload last season. Although, he isn't one dimensional as he still sports a decent amount of speed to compliment his brute strength. With a year under Weeden's belt, T-Rich should be used a bit less and not worn down as often as he was last season.
10. Dez Bryant, Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys have had receiving threats flow in and out, but Bryant is here to stay. He is a tall, physical receiver that can use his body to win most contested throws. Also, few, if any, WRs run after the catch as well as Dez Bryant.
11. Robert Griffin III, Washington Redskins
The former Heisman winner and most recent Offensive Rookie of the Year flashes both incredible speed and plenty of arm talent, especially his arm strength. The 'Skins put a lot on the line for RG3, but he came out and proved deserving of taken at No.2 overall. Although, his injury and the imminent decrease in read-option effectiveness has hurt his stock a bit.
12. Doug Martin, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
After dominating on the Smurf Turf at Boise State, Martin erupted on to the scene in Tampa Bay and tore NFC South defenses apart. His combo of quickness, vision, power, and even a fair amount of straight line speed has made him a nightmare for opposing defenses and he shows no signs of slowing down.
13. Luke Kuechly, Carolina Panthers
As a rookie, Kuechly led the NFL in tackles. He is a tackling machine and has phenomenal range as he makes plays all over the field. With a year under his belt and a beefed DT corps, expect great things from this Boston College graduate.
14. Randall Cobb, Green Bay Packers
The Packers seem to have a new favorite WR every year, but Cobb will be a lethal slot guy for a long time. His speed and quickness allows him to reach the weak spot in the coverage quickly and be open. Cobb is also a versatile puzzle piece that can even be effective out of the backfield.
15. Cam Newton, Carolina Panthers
Cam is arguably the most athletically gifted QB in the NFL. His combo of arm strength, size, and speed is a rare breed of athleticism. Cam's weakness is the finer parts of being a QB, such as forcing throws and knowing when and when not to run. Cam has no limits as a QB and has all the potential become a top 5 QB.
Good post Derrik, All of these players are beast, left my man AJ Green off, I take Cobb off for Green. Besides that really can't complain
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