The 1,000 best players in the league, ranked by our NFL Scouting Department based on their on-field play and positional value. Defensive linemen are graded on five categories: run defense (30 points), pass rush (25), disruptiveness (20), tackling (15) and versatility (10). His potential rise up the rankings will have to wait another couple of years. The largest group of players in these rankings is known contributors, along with a couple potential rising stars. 1 spot of any position group in the NFL1000, Cowboys star Quinnen Williams leads a pack of veterans all capable of unseating him at the top this season.