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The AFC North is one of the deepest and most talented divisions in the NFL. Here is our ranking of the 13 best players in the division heading into training camp.
1 - QB Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals
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Joe Burrow has quickly ascended to be among the best two or three quarterbacks in the NFL and is the leader of the resurgent Bengals.
2 - EDGE T.J. Watt, Pittsburgh Steelers
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If Burrow is the king on offense, T.J. Watt is the king on defense. The best all-around defender in the entire NFL.
3 - WR Ja'Marr Chase, Cincinnati Bengals
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Absolutely elite playmaker who has no limitations on his game.
4 - S Minkah Fitzpatrick, Pittsburgh Steelers
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Defensive ballhawk that offenses must account for on every play.
5 - EDGE Myles Garrett, Cleveland Browns
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Powerful edge rusher who can be unblockable at times.
6 - QB Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens
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Immense talent who can beat you with his arm or his legs.
7 - OT Ronnie Stanley, Baltimore Ravens
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As long as he is healthy, Ronnie Stanley is one of the most complete tackles in the league.
8 - CB Denzel Ward, Cleveland Browns
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In a division with several top corners, Denzel Ward gets the nod just because of his consistency and effort.
9 - RB Nick Chubb, Cleveland Browns
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One of the most complete backs in the league, Nick Chubb is a true three-down franchise back.
10 - DT Cam Heyward, Pittsburgh Steelers
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The ageless wonder continues to dominate the line of scrimmage.
11 - DT D.J. Reader, Cincinnati Begnals
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One of the most underrated defensive linemen in the league and the anchor of the Bengals defense.
12 - CB Patrick Peterson, Pittsburgh Steelers
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A Hall of Fame resume and plenty of game left, Peterson is a complete all-around defensive back.
13 - CB Marlon Humphrey, Baltimore Ravens
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Marlon Humphrey is one of the most confident man specialists in the league.