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4. Adrian Peterson, Vikings, RB (03/21/85)
Some have said he was NFL-ready as a freshman at OU. Some critics wonder about his durability, which is partly due to his upright running style. But early in his NFL career, he is off to a great start (2 100-yard rushing games in his first 3). He may share carries with Chester Taylor, but he will be a contender for many rushing titles in the near future and for many years to come.
5. Frank Gore, 49ers, RB (05/14/83)
L.T. had a record-setting campaign in '06 and got a lot of attention. Gore, however, led the NFC in rushing and actually had a better yards per attempt average (5.4) than L.T. (5.2). He also had 61 receptions last year.
6. Tom Brady, Patriots, QB (08/03/77)
Brady finally has a big-time weapon in Moss and he's on a record-setting pace this year. While that pace may slow down, one thing that won't change is Brady's winning ways. He's cool under pressure and working towards his 4th championship in his 7th season as a starter. Plus who wouldn't want Giselle to sit in one of your suites 8 times per year?
7. Joseph Addai, Colts, RB (05/03/83)
Last year, Addai rushing for 1000 yards without starting a single game. This year, he's the guy and is averaging 90+ ypc and has 4 TDs in 3 games.
8. Peyton Manning, Colts, QB (03/24/76)
He spent much of his career being the Alex Rodriguez of the NFL. In 2004, he set single season records for passing TDs (49) and QB rating (121.4). Until last year, the perception was that he will put up monstrous regular season numbers only to fall short when it really counts. If Manning were 2-3 years younger, I would have put him either 1 or 2 on this list.
9. Willie Parker, Steelers, RB (05/11/80)
Who has a better career rushing yards per carry: L.T., Larry Johnson, Shaun Alexander or Willie Parker? The answer is Parker with a 4.7 ypc. This season, Parker leads the NFL in rushing, is on pace for 1,963 yards this season and is the only RB to rush for 100+ yards in the first 3 games so far this season.
10. Calvin Johnson, Lions, WR (09/25/85)
What does he not have? The only thing is experience. It's been a long time (if ever) since a WR has come into the league with his combination of size, speed and hands. Provided he doesn't suffer the fate of some other can't-miss Lions WRs with the exception of Roy Williams, there's no limit to what he will achieve as a receiver in the league.
11. Vince Young, Titans, QB (05/18/83)
There are plenty of QBs that put up better numbers than Young. Many questioned his intelligence after rumors of a low Wunderlic IQ test surfaced before last year's draft. However, there isn't a QB in the league (barring the 3 ahead of him on this list) that I would want to lead the 2-minute drill. Considering he left after his Junior season, he should be just a rookie. It's scary to think about how good he will become.

HONORABLE MENTION:
Brian Westbrook, Eagles, RB (09/02/79)	Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals, WR (08/31/83)
Larry Johnson, Chiefs, RB (11/19/79)	Roy Williams, Lions, WR (12/20/81)
Reggie Bush, Saints, RB (03/02/85)	Steve Smith, Panthers, WR (05/12/79)
Laurence Maroney, Patriots, RB (02/05/85)	Chad Johnson, Bengals, WR (01/09/78)

Despite L.T.'s slow start in 2007, he is the best all-around offensive player in
the league. He can do it all - run, catch and even pass. He's the NFL
recordholder for rushing TDs in a season (28), scoring in a season (186 pts)
and consecutive games with a rushing TD (18). In addition to his enormous
talent, he is also one of the league's "good guys" off the field.

2. Carson Palmer, Bengals, QB (12/27/79)

Although Manning is the most prolific passer in the game and Brady simply
wins, Carson Palmer is as talented as either Manning or Brady and is
younger. He's a big guy (6'5" / 230) and has a big arm. In the 4 years
since Palmer has become a starter in '04, his passing yards per game have
increased from 222.8 to 239.8 to 252.2 to 312.3 ypg. His career completion
percentage is 63.8% - just shy of Manning's 64.1% but better than Brady's
62.4%.

1. Ladainian Tomlinson, Chargers, RB (DOB: 06/23/79)

Top 11 Opinion List -
Offensive Players with whom to Start a Franchise

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Top 11 Fact List -
Best Rushing Seasons since 2000

Jamal Lewis, Ravens, 2003

2066

Ahman Green, Packers, 2003

1883

Shaun Alexander, Seahawks, 2005

1880

Tiki Barber, Giants, 2005

1860

Ricky Williams, Dolphins, 2002

1853

Ladainian Tomlinson, Chargers, 2006

1815

Larry Johnson, Chiefs, 2006

1789

Larry Johnson, Chiefs, 2005

1750

Emmitt Smith, Cowboys, 2000

1709

Curtis Martin, Jets, 2004

1697

Shaun Alexander, Seahawks, 2004

1696

Steven Jackson is young and is a complete back. Last season, Jackson had
2,324 combined rushing and receiving yards. Only 2 RBs have had a more
prolific season in the past 5 years - L.T. in '03 with 2,370 and Tiki Barber in
'05 with 2,390.

3. Steven Jackson, Rams, RB (07/22/83)

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