The 2024 NFL season is fast approaching, with the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs set to kick off the season against the Baltimore Ravens on Sept. 5. As we gear up for another exciting season, CBS Sports Senior Writer Pete Prisco has compiled a list of the Top 100 players heading into the 2024 season.
Out of the 32 NFL teams, 30 were represented on Prisco’s list, with only the Washington Commanders and Indianapolis Colts missing out on any mentions in the Top 100. The San Francisco 49ers lead the pack with eight players making the list, including offensive tackle Trent Williams at No. 3, running back Christian McCaffrey at No. 8, and defensive end Nick Bosa at No. 10.
Following closely behind are the Kansas City Chiefs, Baltimore Ravens, and Detroit Lions, each with seven players in the Top 100. The Chiefs boast star players like quarterback Patrick Mahomes at No. 1, while the Lions have rising talents such as offensive tackle Penei Sewell at No. 17.
Teams like the Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, and Houston Texans all have six players each on the list, showcasing their depth and talent. The Cowboys feature linebacker Micah Parsons at No. 9, while the Eagles highlight wide receiver A.J. Brown at No. 27.
Several teams, including the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, have five players in the Top 100, with standout talents like wide receiver Tyreek Hill and tight end George Kittle making the cut. The New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Minnesota Vikings, and Pittsburgh Steelers each have three players in the Top 100.
Rounding out the list are teams with two players, such as the Green Bay Packers, Jacksonville Jaguars, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, and Tennessee Titans. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Cleveland Browns, Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Rams, New England Patriots, and Seattle Seahawks each have one player represented in the Top 100.
As we look ahead to the 2024 NFL season, the Top 100 list serves as a preview of the talent and competition that fans can expect to see on the field. With a mix of seasoned veterans and up-and-coming stars, the league is brimming with excitement and anticipation for what promises to be another thrilling season of football.