Four Patriots named among top 100 players in NFL for 2026

Drake Maye, A.J. Brown, Will Campbell, and Christian Gonzalez have been recognized as among the top 100 most important players in the NFL for the 2026 season. Maye, the runner-up for the 2025 AP NFL MVP award, quarterbacked the Patriots to a Super Bowl appearance and led the league in completion rate last season. A.J. Brown, added to the roster in June, is expected to enhance Maye's performance as a deep threat. Gonzalez continues to be acknowledged as an elite cornerback, and Campbell aims to improve in his second year after a challenging Super Bowl outing. The Patriots will rely heavily on these players as they prepare for the upcoming season.

• 6:04 PMYahoo Sports — 4 Patriots listed as top 100 most important players in NFL for 2026