NFL Power Rankings 2019: Best players by jersey number
By Randy Gurzi
82. Kyle Rudolph, TE, Minnesota Vikings
His days in Minnesota could be numbered thanks to the outcome of the 2019 NFL Draft. The Vikings added Irv Smith Jr. out of Alabama in the second round and he could end up surpassing Rudolph. Should they go the more affordable route in the near future, it would be a hard act for Smith to follow. Rudolph’s numbers don’t wow, but he’s made two Pro Bowls and is a reliable target for the Vikings.
83. Tyler Boyd, WR, Cincinnati Bengals
With A.J. Green missing time, Tyler Boyd stepped up for the Cincinnati Bengals. The third-year player had career highs in receptions (76), yards (1,028) and touchdowns (7). His growth as a route runner was evident and he walks away with the No. 83 position in our rankings.
84. Antonio Brown, WR, Oakland Raiders
After a tumultuous offseason, Antonio Brown deserves some criticism. He didn’t handle things right as he departed from the Pittsburgh Steelers and forced his way to the Oakland Raiders — although many of his complaints were valid. Having said that, he’s as talented a player as there is at the wide receiver position.
A former sixth-round pick, Brown worked his way to the No. 1 receiver position in Pittsburgh and has recorded six-straight seasons with 1,000-plus yards and has done so in seven of the past eight. He gives credibility to the Oakland offense as they look to rebound from a subpar 2018 campaign.