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Okay, so, the NFL has a ton of dynamic young players. Whether they play offense, defense, or special teams, they are a threat to make a big play and change the course of the game whenever they get a chance. Here, I am listing the NFL's best young playmakers, ages 26 and under. THESE ARE NOT IN ANY PARTICULAR ORDER.

1. Reggie Bush, RB, New Orleans Saints. Bush's speed is his best weapon. Whether he's lined up in the backfield, in the slot, or on a punt return, Bush is a guy who can take it all the way whenever he touches the ball. I don't see why he wouldn't be number one.

2. Vince Young, QB, Tennessee Titans. Vince Young is a great dual-threat QB. He has speed, and makes huge plays for his team. He has a good arm, and it will only get better. Young has the capability to score every play, whether he runs or passes. He may even be capable of scoring more then Bush because, as a quarterback, he touches the ball every single play.

3. Shawne Merriman, LB, San Diego Chargers. Although Merriman benefits from the players he has around him, you can't help but notice how athletic he is. He's got speed and is willing to go all-out to get to the ballcarrier. Merriman has the ability to tackle the ballcarrier or sack the quarterback on any play.

4. DeMarcus Ware, LB, Dallas Cowboys. Ware is one of the NFL's best young defenders. He can get to the QB, tackle the ballcarrier for a loss, and take an interception back for a touchdown. He can do it all.

5. Devin Hester, WR/KR, Bears. Last season, Hester had 6 returns for touchdowns. He returned a missed field goal for a touchdown as well. Whenever he touches the ball, his speed can enable him to go all the way. Which is why the Bears switched him to wide receiver this year.

 

Hope you enjoyed it.

 

 

November 3, 2007  01:32 PM ET

I did.

November 3, 2007  01:33 PM ET

Vince Young sucks.

November 3, 2007  01:33 PM ET

Good.

November 3, 2007  01:35 PM ET

Merriman just has a good pharmacist

November 3, 2007  01:40 PM ET

Go Devin Hester.

November 3, 2007  02:26 PM ET

Yes go Hester and I like DeMeco Ryans should be up there before Ware. And Bush shouldn't be #1. Good Blog tho.

November 3, 2007  02:37 PM ET

I enjoyed it and I like your picks. They are all very good players and will be for years to come.

November 3, 2007  04:01 PM ET

Hey BSwartz07,how you doing?

November 3, 2007  04:15 PM ET

I'm good Cincy fan, just counting the days till April, can't wait to get back to the US have a beer and watch a game

November 3, 2007  04:19 PM ET

All our good but Shawn Merriman. He's a terrific althlete but he isn't exactly a playmaker. He benefits from the other people around him. He's is a major contribution to his but not a playmaker. Besides him good picks!!!

November 3, 2007  04:26 PM ET

The title of your post was "NFLs Best Young Playmakers." I'm not so sure about Vince Young. Hasn't thrown for 200 yards all year. 6 for 14 and 42 yards. I think the Titans have won despite Young, not because of him. If the potential to run the ball makes him a playmaker, OK.

November 3, 2007  06:21 PM ET

I like this blog. And if you didn't notice, Chicago Bears SB Champs, he said it wasn't in order.

November 3, 2007  06:48 PM ET

Define "young."

November 3, 2007  09:23 PM ET

how about my man jerious norwood in here young is overrated

November 5, 2007  01:28 PM ET

Willie Parker should be on this list.

 
November 9, 2007  02:28 AM ET

I say Hester is the best. Bush is erratic and Young is playing on a bad team in the most difficult position on the field.

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