Patrick Surtain II was the second Defensive Back taken in the 2021 Draft (9th Overall and the second DB behind Jaycee Horn), and the Denver Broncos grabbed the exact stud they needed for their secondary.
An All-Rookie in 2022, Surtain’s star rose as expected as a sophomore, where his physical stature, high gridiron IQ, and lockdown style made him a First Team All-Pro. A Pro Bowl Selection that year, Surtain II repeated the feat in 2023. The following season, he was not only the top Defensive Back in the game but also regarded as the best defensive player in football, winning the Defensive Player of the Year award.
Entering his fifth NFL season, Surtain should again rise on this list and help the Broncos reach the Playoffs.
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