It is always difficult ranking the top players in the NFL. While it may be easier to rank top players in a division, the NFC North is full of talent between the rosters of the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, and Minnesota Vikings, making it no easy task either.
The NFC North could make a case for the most talent-filled division in football and is home to many of the NFL’s best players. Although some teams struggled last season, the division could possibly have three playoff teams in 2020.
While football is the ultimate team sport, it is the star players that make the games exciting. If it be Aaron Rodgers pulling off a miraculous Hail Mary or Khalil Mack destroying opposing linemen, the stars of the NFC North love to showcase their talents. It is these star players that make NFL games so exciting. They have the ability to make big plays at any moment.
The players on this list have the ability to completely dominate their opposition. These are the types of players opposing coaches have to form a gameplan around. If they do not properly prepare, these players can completely take over games. It is very fun to see these players clash in head-to-head competition.
Obviously, this list is subject to change, but we have to note a few players that could make this list next year. Allen Robinson, Kenny Golladay, and Adam Thielen are all Pro Bowl receivers. Jaire Alexander and Eddie Jackson can be a headache for opposing QBs.
Let’s not forget, Kenny Clark, Akiem Hicks, and Michael Pierce are some of the NFL’s best interior lineman. Meanwhile, Za’Darius Smith made a name for himself as one of the leagues best pass rushers and Eric Kendricks is a monster in the middle for Minnesota.
However, coming into the 2020 season, here are the seven best players in the NFC North.