Vote for best SW FL defensive football player of the last 25 years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 9:01 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The News-Press and Naples Daily News are hosting a poll to identify the best defensive football player from Southwest Florida over the past 25 years. The 25 finalists were chosen based on their performances at the high school level, as well as their achievements in college and professional football. Voting is open to the public until June 24, 2026, allowing fans to voice their opinions on who deserves the title. A strong turnout is anticipated as the debate on the greatest players continues.
- •Poll to determine top defensive player runs until June 24, 2026.
- •Eligibility requires playing at Southwest Florida high schools between 2001 and 2025.
- •Players evaluated for high school, college, and professional achievements.
- •Voting now open to community members.
- 9:01 AMYahoo Sports — Vote for the best SW FL Defensive Football Player of the past 25 years
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