The Players you just love to watch play.

Today I was thinking about some of the players in the NFL and college that people just love to watch. Whether it be a quarterback, a running back, wide receiver, defensive back, linebacker, defensive lineman, you just have to love the way these guys play. They are some of the best players at their position, and can just make you sit at your TV with an amazed expression on your face. Im going to try and name the person from each position that just makes you want to watch them, starting from the defensive side of the ball then to the offensive play makers.

My favorite NFL Players to watch:

Defensive End: Jared Allen, Minnesota Vikings. I think the most exciting defensive end in the league to watch is Jared Allen in Minnesota. He has one of the most impressive motors in the league, he led the league in sacks in '07, had 14.5 in '08 and already has 10.5 this season, which is good for second place behind Elvis Dumervil. Overall I just enjoy watching Jared Allen play, he has been a force in the league the past few years and creates havoc for every other team's quarterback.

Honorable Mentions: Dwight Freeney, Indianapolis Colts. John Abraham, Atlanta Falcons.

Defensive Tackle: Albert Haynesworth, Washington Redskins. Even in Washington, Albert Haynesworth has still historically been a force of a nose tackle. He can be constantly double teamed and still make it into the backfield to make a play. He is one of the most exciting defensive players in the league, and look at where Tennessee's defense is without him, allowing 28 points a game. He obviously had an impact there. He can make a great play on any down, in any situation.

Honorable Mentions: Kevin and Pat Williams, Minnesota Vikings.

Middle Linebacker: Ray Lewis, Baltimore Ravens. Just, the history of plays makes Ray Lewis special as a player, even at his age he is still one of the NFL's elite defensive players. He puts 110% into every single play. He makes the big tackles and makes the plays when he needs to. One of the best linebackers in NFL history, and a sure fire hall of famer.

Honorable Mentions: Patrick Willis, San Francisco 49ers. Brian Urlacher, Chicago Bears.

Outside Linebacker: DeMarcus Ware, Dallas Cowboys. This one was a hard pick for me, but, as I looked through my mind to think of the player at this position that just jumped out of the screen for me, it was DeMarcus Ware. He is one of the most prolific pass rushers in the NFL at this position, and uses his incredible motor and finesse to make his way to the quarterback. He bursts into the offensive line every chance he gets and makes big plays. Just last year he was on the verge of the NFL Sack record, just coming up short with an incredible 20 sacks.

Honorable Mentions: James Harrison, Pittsburgh Steelers. Shawne Merriman, San Diego Chargers.

Cornerback: Darelle Revis, New York Jets. Probably the best cover corner in football is Darelle Revis. He shuts down almost everyone he faces one on one. He allows the Jets to do other things with Kerry Rhodes instead of using him to double cover a Randy Moss or Andre Johnson. If you watched the first match up between Revis and Moss, you know why I picked Darelle Revis. As much as it hurts me to pick a New York Jet as a favorite player to watch at any position, I have to give this to Darelle Revis, hands down.

Honorable Mentions: Antoine Winfield, Minnesota Vikings. Champ Bailey, Denver Broncos.

Safety: Troy Polamalu, Pittsburgh Steelers. If you watched the Steelers at any time during their super bowl run last year, you understand why I took Polamalu. I have seen him make some of the most acrobatic and athletic plays for someone at any position. He makes the big plays, the big hits, the interceptions, and just jumps out of your screen when you watch him.

Honorable Mentions: Darren Sharper, New Orleans Saints. Ed Reed, Baltimore Ravens.

Offensive Lineman: Joe Thomas, Cleveland Browns. A bright spot on an absolutely dreadful team is their two time pro-bowl offensive tackle, Joe Thomas. His impact on the 2007 Browns was huge, with him on the offensive line and protecting the quarterback they went from 4-12 to 10-6. He is one of the most impressive lineman in the league.

Honorable Mentions: Steve Hunchinson, Minnesota Vikings. Bryant McKinnie, Minnesota Vikings. Michael Roos, Tennessee Titans.

Tight End: Jason Witten, Dallas Cowboys. This was a tossup for me between Jason Witten and Antonio Gates, but, Jason Witten is really the number one receiver on the Cowboy's roster and one of the best in the game at his position. He is willing to run right down the middle of the field and take the hits. The most overlooked aspect in a tight end's game is blocking, and Witten does that pretty good as well.

Honorable Mentions: Antonio Gates, San Diego Chargers. Tony Gonzalez, Atlanta Falcons.

Wide Receivers: Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals. This was a hard choice because there are so many good wide receivers, but none of them are better than Larry Fitzgerald. He is a big receiver, can jump over defenders and grab the ball out of the air, runs great routes, and has been one of the best receivers in the game for a couple years now. He jumps out of the screen and makes spectacular plays every time the ball is thrown his way.

Honorable Mentions: Andre Johnson, Houston Texans. Reggie Wayne, Indianapolis Colts. Randy Moss, New England Patriots. Wes Welker, New England Patriots. Calvin Johnson, Detroit Lions. Hines Ward, Pittsburgh Steelers.

Fullback: Tony Richardson, New York Jets. A very underrated position in football is the fullback. Tony Richardson has been one of the best in the business throughout his career, just look at the numbers the rushers behind him had. In 2004 and 2005 with the Cheifs, Richardson helped pave the way for Larry Johnson's two 1700 yard seasons. In 2006 he was with the Vikings, the year that Chestor Taylor had over 1200 yards rushing. In 2007 he led Adrian Peterson through the tackles and helped him gain over 1300 yards on the ground. In 2008, the Jets acquired Richardson and guard Alan Faneca, Thomas Jones gained about 200 yards more than the previous season. Richardson is a four-time pro-bowler and one of the bests fullbacks in the game.

Honorable Mentions: Madison Hedgecock, New York Giants. Le'Ron McClain, Baltimore Ravens.

Running Back: Adrian Peterson, Minnesota Vikings. The best running back in the league today is Adrian Peterson. He can do it all, run through the tackles, break it to the outside, and is an enjoyment to watch run. He is one of the best players to watch in football, it is just amazing to see him run the ball.

Honorable Mentions: Maurice Jones-Drew, Jacksonville Jaguars. LaDainian Tomlinson, San Diego Chargers. Brandon Jacobs, New York Giants. Michael Turner, Atlanta Falcons.

Quarterback: Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers. Now, remember, this is my personal favorite players to watch. Not the best player at each position. Big Ben, in my opinion, is one of the best quarterbacks to watch play the game. He extends plays with his escape ability and has a huge arm to let the ball fly. When the pressure is on, he is one of the best quarterbacks in the game and is one of the funnest players to watch.

Honorable Mentions: Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts. Tom Brady, New England Patriots. Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints. Philip Rivers, San Diego Chargers.

There you have it, those are my favorite players in the league to just watch playing football. I encourage you all to share your opinions on what players you love to watch play the game, maybe make your own list. If you watch some of the games every week, there are just players that jump off your screen and make you notice them, even if they don't have good stats that week there are probably gonna be a few plays that will keep you glued to the TV screen wondering what just happened. Those were some players that I think are capable of doing that at anytime on any given Sunday.