The Schottey Six: The NFL’s Most Underrated Players

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Published: May 25, 2009

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... a game, simply because they play it well. To many normal folks, it doesn't seem fair. Monopoly geniuses don't get millions. Even Bobby Fischer went bankrupt. So how does an NFL player become underrated? Example: Fred Taylor. Before 2007, he wasn't regarded as of the best running backs in the league. In fact, he wasn't regarded at all. He flew under the radar in Jacksonville, quietly amassing rushing yards which placed him in the top-20 all time in the NFL. In 2007, he broke out, making the All-pro team and his first Pro Bowl. No longer underrated? He was jettisoned in favor of the younger and more powerful Maurice Jones Drew, now he's with the Patriots—not exactly the best place for a runner. As with the first overrates, our cover boy isn't a part of this list. Players become underrated when fans and executives don't understand their contributions. Certain positions strive for underrating. Other players exceed in a glamor position in a way that doesn't draw the limeli...

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