It’s not shocking at all to see one player listed among Pro Football Focus’ top 101 when your team finishes 2-15. Derrick Brown, a defensive lineman with the Carolina Panthers, was the only player to check in at number 36. “In the past, Brown caused disruptions for the Panthers in 2023 along the defensive line. According to PFF’s statistics, he led all interior defenders in single tackles (73), as well as defensive stops (53). He only missed five tackles the entire season, and his PFF run-defense grade was an outstanding 90.0.” – Sam Monson, PFF. Brown ought to be in the top 20, if not the top 25, in my opinion. He was possibly the league’s greatest interior defensive lineman. You may place Chris Jones, Quinnen Williams, or
Although Aaron Donald was superior to him, he was, in my view, the most important member of his team’s defence. He played, setting a career high for quarterback hits (15) and the record for the most defensive tackles (103). Though the production quality wasn’t quite up to par, it’s surprising that Brian Burns didn’t come in lower on the list. Frankie Luvu, who again proved to be one of the league’s greatest linebackers with 125 tackles, 11 QB hits, 10 tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, and five passes defensed, is even more shocking to see off the field.
