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Saquon Barkley solidifies status as best player in NFL in the most perfect way

In a decision that surprised nobody, Saquon Barkley is number one.

After weeks of unveiling the NFL's top 100, Saquon's peers have voted him the best player going into the 2025 season. Barkley jumps up 85 spots, from his number 86 ranking in 2024.

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) September 2, 2025

How Barkley outran the competition to number 1

Barkley makes his fourth appearance on the NFL's top 100 list. He placed at number 16 in 2019, number 31 in 2020, number 31 again in 2023, number 86 in 2024, and now owns the honor of being number one in 2025.