As the 2024 NFL season approaches, the excitement is growing, with teams gearing up for another year of football. Every season brings a fresh wave of anticipation, not just for the games themselves but also for the players who will define the year. In this article, we kick off our countdown of the top 100 players in the NFL heading into 2024, continuing with those ranked 30 through 21. These players have proven their talent and impact on the field, earning them a spot among the league’s elite. From rising stars to seasoned veterans, this section of the list highlights players poised to make significant contributions to their teams in the upcoming season.
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30. Chris Lindstrom OG Falcons
Lindstrom for years has been overshadowed by the dominance of Zach Martin but deserves his ranking as the top guard on the top 100 rankings. The last two seasons according to Pro Football Focus, Lindstrom has been the best guard in football posting a 95.0 and a 87.6 grade. Lindstrom is going to be clearing many holes this season for Bijan Robinson in the ground game.
29. Quinnen Williams NT Jets
Quinnen Williams is a monster in the middle of the defense for the Jets. Williams is both dominant against the run and the pass after struggling as a pass rusher to begin his career. Since entering his prime Williams has posted back-to-back 90+ grades from PFF. Williams is entering his age 27 season and will be an integral part of the Jets elite defense in 2024.
28. Antoine Winfield Jr. S Bucs
In a contract year, Winfield broke out for the Buccaneers. Earning a first team all pro nod, Winfield Jr. had 122 tackles, 6 sacks, 6 forced fumbles, and 3 interceptions. PFF also had him graded as the best safety in the NFL last season. Winfield Jr. entering his age 26 season looks to be settling into his prime and dominance at the safety position for years to come.
27. Amon-Ra St. Brown WR Lions
Amon-Ra St. Brown continues to get better each season. In his age 24 season he was a first team all pro, had 119 catches, 1515 yards, and 10 touchdowns (all career highs). St. Brown is dominant over the middle of the field, seemingly always finding a way to be open on third down. The Lions offense truly runs through him, so expect another big season for number 14 this year.
26. Lane Johnson OT Eagles
Lane Johnson has been the 2nd most dominant tackle in football over the last decade, but we started to see some decline in his play last season. Johnson has an elite first step still at age 34, which has allowed him to lock down the right side of the offensive line from pass rushers for years now. Where he is starting to decline is his run blocking in space. It will be interesting to see if Johnson can clean that up going into this season.
25. Roquan Smith LB Ravens
Roquan Smith has always been a very good linebacker in the NFL but last season he took is play to another level. He earned his 2nd straight first team all-pro appearance while leading the league’s best defense. Smith has always been very stout against the run but has developed into an elite coverage linebacker too. Last season Smith had a career high in passes defended with 8. Roquan and the next guy on our list are one of the top defensive duos in football.
24. Kyle Hamilton S Ravens
Hamilton broke out in his 2nd season in the NFL earning first team all-pro honors. Last season Hamilton had 81 tackles, 13 passes defended, 4 interceptions, and 3 sacks. What makes him so special is his ability to play man coverage against the league’s best, while also dominating in zone coverage. He will only be 23 next season, and the future is very bright for Hamilton in Baltimore.
23. Tristian Wirfs OT Bucs
Wirfs was tasked with something that ruins careers, switching from right tackle to left tackle. The two-time all-pro tackle said hold my beer. Wirfs posted the 2nd highest pass blocking grade among all tackles last year according to PFF while finishing as the 6th ranked tackle in football. Wirfs is only going to be 26 this season and will be an anchor for the Buccaneers offensive line for years to come.
22. CeeDee Lamb WR Cowboys
CeeDee Lamb went ballistic last season and earned himself the 2nd highest paid contract by a non-QB ever. Last season Lamb had 135 catches, 1749 yards, and 12 touchdowns which helped him finish 3rd in offensive player of the year voting. Lamb dominates in the slot and on the outside while commanding all of the attention of the defense. Only entering his age 25 season expect to see him stay in the top 25 range for years to come.
21. Ja’Marr Chase WR Bengals
Ja’Marr Chase slots in right ahead of CeeDee Lamb and deserves just as much money, if not more than him when he gets his mega extension. Chase produces 1216 yards and 7 touchdowns without Joe Burrow a majority of last year. When Burrow and Chase are on the field together, he is good for 7 catches 100 yards and just shy of a touchdown per game. Chase is entering his age 24 season and will be dominant again this season.
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