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Derek Stingley ranks No. 25 on NFL's top-100 list

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Derek Stingley ranks No. 25 on NFL's top-100 list
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Derek Stingley, former LSU football cornerback, is ranked No. 25 on the NFL’s top-100 list, voted by players. Although he dropped seven spots from last year’s No. 18 ranking, he remains essential to the Houston Texans, who allowed the fewest points per game last season. Stingley earned his second Pro Bowl selection after a strong season, tallying nine pass breakups and four interceptions. He was selected by the Texans as the third overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft and has made significant contributions in his first four seasons, accumulating 172 tackles and 15 interceptions. His LSU career was marked by a national championship and All-American recognition.

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  • •Derek Stingley is ranked No. 25 on the NFL’s top-100 list.
  • •He previously ranked No. 18 last year.
  • •Stingley secured a second Pro Bowl selection.
  • •The Texans allowed an NFL-low 16.6 points per game.
  • •He has played 54 games, recording 172 tackles and 15 interceptions.
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Former LSU football cornerback earned an elite placement on the NFL's top-100 list. LSU continues to uphold its reputation of being "DBU."

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