30. M. Jones Jaguars, RB
Maurice Jones-Drew is a 5 year Pro, who has made the Pro-Bowl the last 2 years of his career. Jones-Drew scored 5 touchdowns in the 2010 season in which he missed two games due to injury. Jones-Drew also rushed for over 1,300 yards in 14 games in his 5th season. Jones-Drew is one of the toughest running backs in the NFL, and I look for him to score at least 10 rushing touchdowns in 2011. With a healthy year in 2011 Jones-Drew should ascend higher in the Top 100 list
29. D. Jackson Eagles, WR
Desean Jackson is a 3 year NFL player who has a Pro-Bowl appearance in 2009, and 2010. Jackson's most impressive stat was his 22.5 yards per catch which lead Wide Receivers in 2010. Jackson was only able to register 6 touchdown passes in a season where he suffered a serious head injury where he was forced to miss a couple of games. Jackson is one of the best young Wideouts in the NFL, who will have a great touchdown reception year in 2011. I look for Jackson to have a performance that has him listed in the Top 20 after the 2011 season.
28. J. Long Dolphins, T
Jake Long a former No. 1 pick in the NFL draft has made the Pro-Bowl in all three years of his football career. Long man handles his defensive responsibility week in and week out during the NFL season. Long is only three years into his career so it shouldn't suprise you if he's consistently on this list for many years to come.
27. C. Johnson Detroit, WR
Calvin Johnson is a 4 year NFL player who made his inaugural Pro-Bowl appearance in 2010. Johnson put up Pro-Bowl touchdown number scoring 12 touchdowns from the Receiver position. Johnson is definitely climbing the list as a Top 25 football player in the NFL, and a strong year in 2011 could possibly land him in the Top 10 after a big year. Johnson brings strong tangible skills with his length, speed, and extraordinary leaping ability. Johnson is definitely a top Wideout in the NFL.
26. P. Rivers Chargers, QB
Philip Rivers continues to put up excellent numbers after completing his 8th year in the NFL. Rivers is a 3 time Pro-Bowler who achieved the honor in 2010 after throwing for over 4,700 yards, and 30 touchdowns. Rivers was able to single handedly lead the Chargers to victories after having to deal with holdouts, and injuries to major weapons through the entire 2010 season. With a healthy roster in 2011 Rivers should put up similar strong passing numbers to lead the Chargers.
25. A. Foster Texans, RB
Arian Foster had a break-out Pro-Bowl year during his second season in the NFL. Foster totaled 1,600 rushing yards, and 16 rushing touchdowns in 2010. The rushing touchdown number was far and away the league leader last year. The main question is will Foster be able to put up similar numbers as defenses place more emphasis on stopping the Texans running game. If he's able to match 2010's stats Foster will be considered a Top 20 player, but that may be a tough task in a league filled with adjustments.
24. R. White Falcons, WR
Roddy White has 6 years in the NFL, and he led the league with 115 receptions in 2010 which was a 3rd straight Pro-Bowl appearance. White was also a leader with 10 touchdown receptions to lead the high power Falcons passing game. White is in the crop of leagues best receivers, and his numbers in 2011 may even improve on the touchdown side. Look for another Top 25 performance by White in 2010.
23. P. Willis 49ers, LB
Patrick Willis has made the Pro-Bowl in all 4 of his years in the NFL. Willis is one of the leagues best tacklers who is strong both against the run and pass. Willis registered 6 sacks in 2010, and 128 combined tackles. Willis is still elevating his status as a Linebacker in the NFL and he could easily join the Top 15 players in the NFL in 2011.
22. A. Gates Chargers, TE
Antonio Gates is simply the best Tight End in the NFL after completing his 8th year in 2010. Gates has made 7 straight Pro-Bowls as a Tight End. Gates was only able to play in 10 games in 2010 posting 9 touchdown receptions. Gates will have to comeback and play the entire year in 2011, and if he is healthy he shouldn't have a problem posting double digit touchdown receptions.
21. J. Harrison Steelers, LB
James Harrison an 8 year NFL Linebacker made his 4th straight Pro-Bowl after the 2010 season. Harrison totaled 10.5 sacks, and 100 tackles as one of the key players on the Steelers defense. Harrison had a tough year in 2010 relating to penalties, and league mandated fines for hits to the helmet, but it was still a very productive year for Harrison. If the new rules to protect head related injuries doesn't slow down Harrison aggressiveness he should post another strong statistical year. Harrison may have reached his ceiling at the 21 spot, but he is definitely one of the leagues best pass rushing linebackers.
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