10 Most Successful NFL Players of All Time

There are many NFL players that are brilliant in their own right, but there are a few that stand out from the rest and who shine with all their glory based on their outstanding careers. So who are these players and what constitutes them to get onto our top list? We take a look at the top 10 best NFL players of all time, what the highlights of their careers were and where they are today, most of whom you will most likely even recognize from the sport betting blog by 888 New Jersey.

10 – Rob Gronkowski – New England Patriots

Rob Gronkowski
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Reeling it in at number 10 is ‘Gronk’ a former footballer, position tight end and three times Super Bowl champion. He has five Pro Bowls under his belt and holds the title for highest ranking tight end players in NFL Top 100 Players, a title coveted my many.

09 – Von Miller – Denver Broncos

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The outside linebacker has made the cut at number 9. Miller made his name in college football sports and was awarded the Butkus Award for being the most talented college linebacker in his time. Miller remains regarded as one of the most influential linebackers of all time.

08 – Drew Brees – New Orleans Saints

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Brees is one of the most outstanding quarterbacks history has ever known. Remaining a star player, the pro footballer was the first pick in the 2001 NFL Draft, speaking volumes of where he is today. Drew Brees has set numerous records, received more than several awards and has even been considered for the hall of fame.

07 – Aaron Donald – Rams

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Coming in at a hot seven is Donald, defensive tackle for the Rams. Ranking at number 7, the pro players has 5x Pro Bowl titles, 2 NFL Defensive Player of the Year awards and several other high ranking titles which were mostly awarded in 2013.

06 – Todd Gurley – Rams

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Another Rams football player has made it into the top 10 NFL players as he was voted Offensive Rookie of the Year despite missing three games. He has proven himself in strength and speed and remains one of the best NFL players to date.

05 – Le’Veon Bell – Jets

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At the middle mark, but by no means an average player, Bell was a college football player and now professional NFL star ranked as 5th best in the world for his position as running back.

04 – Julio Jones – Atlanta Falcons

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The wide receiver is widely praised by all for his form on the field and one of the reasons the NFL drafted the mighty player.

03 – Carson Wentz – Eagles

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Ranked as third best in the world is Wentz, quarterback for the Eagles and hero to all. The pro footballer has an abundance of titles and awards he has obtained since his debut to American Football in college.

02 – Antonio Brown – Steelers

Antonio Brown
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Brown has paved the way to success for Steelers. He is accurate on the field, driven and by far one of the strongest NFL players in history.

01 – Tom Brady

Tom Brady
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Tom Brady has maintained his rank as NFL’s top player in all history. The pro baller is a beast on the field and has more awards and titles under his belt than any competitor. There is no doubt the famed footballer will be inaugurated into the NFL hall of fame, every players dream.
There have been recent adjustments to the best ranked players of all time and although there will be debates amongst avid fans as to who is believed to be the true NFL legends, there is no doubt that the above mentioned players have something unique which have ranked them amongst the best.