The Best Player in the History of Each NFL Franchise

The NFL will turn 100 years old in 2020. That’s not too far away. And the league’s created a lot of legends (and living legends), some of the greatest figures not only in sports history but in American history.

American men and women have grown up cheering for, saluting, even worshipping NFL stars. But who is the all-time best player in the history of each NFL franchise? Well, we determined the answers.

Consider this list the ultimate argument settler…

Arizona Cardinals: Larry Fitzgerald

Larry Fitzgerald, No. 11 of the Arizona Cardinals, makes a pass in the first half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at University of Phoenix Stadium on Nov. 26, 2017 in Glendale, Arizona.

The thing that comes to my mind is Fitzgerald’s 2008 performance in the playoffs. He finished 30 catches, 546 yards and seven touchdowns in four games.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Fred Taylor

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Fred Taylor No. 28 of the Jacksonville Jaguars runs for a touchdown in a game against the Oakland Raiders at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium on Dec. 23, 2007 in Jacksonville, Florida.

You could argue that Fred Taylor wasn’t as durable in his later years with the Jags, but he still put up incredible numbers.

He is the Jaguars’ all-time leading rusher, second in franchise history in touchdowns, third in receptions and sixth in receiving yards.

Houston Texans: Andre Johnson

Andre Johnson, No. 80 of the Houston Texans, is tackled by Lardarius Webb No. 21 and C.J. Mosley No. 57 of the Baltimore Ravens during the game at NRG Stadium on Dec. 21, 2014 in Houston, Texas.

In his 12 years with Houston, Johnson accumulated nearly 14,000 receiving yards and caught 66 touchdowns. Oh, and he beat the crap out of Cortland Finnegan, which was awesome.

Carolina Panthers: Steve Smith

Steve Smith, No. 89 of the Carolina Panthers, during their game at Bank of America Stadium on November 18, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Smith completed his 13-year stint with the Panthers as the all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, receiving touchdowns, punt return yards and punt return touchdowns. That’s good right?