The Top 100: Players of 2012

Downward spiral

Whatever happened to Philip Rivers in 2011, it was enough to drop him 35 spots on the "Top 100." Read

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  1. Around the League

    Chargers' Rivers, Eagles' Vick fall in 'Top 100'

    Chargers QB Philip Rivers and Eagles QB Mike Vick dropped in "The Top 100: Players of 2012" after disappointing 2011 seasons. Gregg Rosenthal writes that their rankings were still generous. Read

  2. Showing off their stuff

    After the members of the Super Bowl-winning New York Giants received their rings, they let their prized new possessions shine -- on Twitter. Read

  3. Analysis

    Top 10 players under 25

    Some of the best players in the NFL are also the youngest. Daniel Jeremiah lists his top 10 players under the age of 25, including the tight end he considers to be the best in the league: Rob Gronkowski. Read

  4. Top 100: Justin Tuck reacts

    Giants DE Justin Tuck flashes his Super Bowl rings and shares his thoughts on being voted No. 62 on "The Top 100: Players of 2012." Watch
  5. Can Raiders reduce penalties and win AFC West?

    The Raiders set an NFL record for penalties last year; can they cut the number down in 2012 and win their division? Our experts debate. Watch
  6. Podcast

    What happened to Rivers and Vick?

    Philip Rivers and Michael Vick took a steep drop in the latest edition of "The Top 100: Players of 2012." Dave Dameshek and Adam Rank explain why and have a look at the other players ranked 61-70. Listen

  7. Dancing with the (NFL) stars

    Donald Driver and dance partner Peta Murgatroyd advanced to the finals of ABC's "Dancing With the Stars" this week, but he's hardly the first NFL star to take a turn on the show. Have a look. Read

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  9. Around The League

    Super size him

    Joe McKnight has had his struggles with conditioning. He's been working on his diet and trying to eat better, but that just hasn't paid off. Mainly because he's been eating "a lot of McDonald's." Read

  10. Analysis

    The Chiefs' missing piece?

    On paper, the Chiefs' roster is fully stocked with talent. On the field, one player will be counted on to put all the pieces together. Steve Wyche catches up with Kansas City quarterback Matt Cassel. Read

  11. Around the League

    T.O. to Oakland?

    Long before Plaxico Burress declared his interest in playing for the Oakland Raiders, rumors flew of another aging star closing in on the team's young corps of wideouts. Read

  12. I was eating healthy, but the majority of time I was eating bad. I wasn't eating all the right stuff ... Like Tim Tebow.

    - Jets RB Joe McKnight, detailing how he gained 16 pounds by eating McDonald's.

    Jets RB Joe McKnight
  13. Slim quarterback, heavy burden

    Josh Freeman cut out late-night fast-food runs and dropped 20 pounds. But the Buccaneers QB knows he has to do a lot more than lose weight to turn Tampa into a playoff contender, Jeff Darlington writes. Read

  14. Around the League

    Driver makes 'DWTS' finals

    Donald Driver has beaten the odds and now has made the final round of ABC's 'Dancing with the Stars'. Around the League breaks down what you need to know about Driver's final dance off. Read

  15. Super Bowl

    Picture this, Giants fans

    Giants players and coaches received their Super Bowl rings on Wednesday, but a new application is letting fans get in on the fun by adding championship gear to their favorite photos. Read

  16. Around the League

    Eagles' D looking for leadership

    Eagles linebacker Casey Matthews thinks free-agent acquisition DeMeco Ryans is the leader the defense was missing last year, even if Ryans stands to take his job. Read

  17. Photo essay

    Best rookie seasons by team

    Hopes are always high for rookies, but only a handful live up to expectations. See the best in this photo essay of best rookie seasons by team. Read

  18. Fans' Choice

    Pick a Super Bowl to watch

    The five most recent Super Bowl games are up to be voted on by fans. Check out the options, select your favorite, then see if it airs May 19 on NFL Network. Read

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Young guns

Young guns

The future of the NFL is its young stars, and fortunately there's a lot of them in the pipeline. See Daniel Jeremiah's list of top 10 players under age 25.
You make the call

You make the call

Which quarterback deserves to be higher on the "Top 100"? Cast your vote and tune in to NFL Network at 8 p.m. ET Wednesday to see the results.

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