The NFL Top 100 is an annual ranking of the league’s best players

determined by a unique voting process involving NFL players themselves. Every year, players are asked to vote for their peers based on the performance during the most recent season. However, the process is not straightforward; the players are not simply choosing the best overall football players but ranking their fellow athletes according to how well they performed over the course of the season.

To participate in the voting, NFL players are given ballots where they select their top 20 players. These ballots are collected over a span of several weeks, generally between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. The players’ votes are weighted, with each first-place vote worth 20 points, second-place votes worth 19 points, and so on. After all the votes are tabulated, the rankings are determined by the total points each player accumulates. The player with the most points is named No. 1, and they are awarded a trophy as recognition for being the league’s top player.

This ranking process is part of a televised event that builds excitement around the NFL’s offseason. The show not only reveals the rankings but also highlights the top players with interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and memorable moments from the past season. The NFL Top 100 is a highly anticipated event each year, fueling conversation about which players deserve recognition and sparking debates among fans, coaches, and analysts alike.

Despite its popularity, the NFL Top 100 has faced criticism from some of the league’s players. Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle D.J. Humphries has publicly dismissed the list, calling it “bullshit” and “made up.” Other players, like offensive lineman Andrew Whitworth, who has made the list three times, have similarly questioned its validity. They argue that the ranking system fails to capture the full impact of players, especially those in positions that are not as visibly impactful as quarterbacks or wide receivers.

Nonetheless, the NFL Top 100 remains a staple of NFL culture, providing an entertaining and sometimes controversial look at who the players themselves believe stood out the most in the previous season. Even though not everyone agrees with the process, it continues to capture the attention of fans and players alike, generating excitement and discussions about the NFL’s best talents.