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Derek Stingley Jr. ranked No. 25 in NFL top 100 for 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 5:20 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Derek Stingley Jr. ranked No. 25 in NFL top 100 for 2026

Summary

Derek Stingley Jr., the Houston Texans All-Pro cornerback, ranks No. 25 in the NFL's top 100 players for the 2026 season. Since joining the league in 2022, Stingley has established himself as one of the elite cornerbacks, noted for his exceptional ball skills. Despite a drop from his No. 18 ranking in 2025, he remains a key player for the Texans, known for producing interceptions and disrupting opposing receivers. His performance continues to receive recognition, supporting the Texans’ decision to secure him with a three-year extension through 2029.

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By the Numbers

•Derek Stingley Jr. has made the NFL top 100 list since 2022.
•He ranked No. 18 last season but fell to No. 25 in 2026.
•Stingley has 14 interceptions since 2023, leading all cornerbacks.
•He signed a three-year contract extension, keeping him with the Texans through 2029.
•Pro Bowl players praise his ball-tracking skills and overall performance.

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5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Texans All-Pro CB Derek Stingley Jr. appears at No. 25 in NFL top 100 ranking

What they're saying

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All-Pro cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. has been among the NFL's elites since entering the league in 2022, and the NFL would tend to agree.
— Yahoo Sports

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