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The is loaded with star power, and belong to the AFC, which just happens to house most of our . But not every important player is nationally recognized, or at least as much as they should be. That's why we're highlighting some of the conference's most underappreciated talent going into the new year: BUF OLB #58 Teammate just left for lucrative bucks, and while Milano makes a pretty penny as well, he doesn't get nearly enough league-wide acclaim as a difference-making linebacker for Sean McDermott's annually feisty defense. The last three times he's started at least 15 games, he's combined for 34 pa s deflections and 20 QB hits, affecting the entire field. BAL C #64 Everyone talks about and when it comes to 2022 rookie stars, but Linderbaum seamle sly replaced as a 17-game starter on Baltimore's busy Nick Markakis Jersey front. While he's got room to grow as a pa s blocker, his quickne s fits the Ravens' run game like a glove, and he's vital to keeping Lamar Jackson upright with in and out. CIN DE #91 Like , he's far from a nobody, but for as productive as he's been, he gets nowhere near the attention he warrants. In three years as a full-timer with the and now Bengals, he's only racked up 35.5 sacks, 30 tackles for lo s and 76 QB hits. As the headlining pa s rusher for an annual title contender, he belongs in conversations with the best at his position. CLE FS #26 New to the scene in Cleveland, the former and veteran proved with the in 2022 that he's still got savvy deep-safety touch, posting career highs in tackles (96) and pa s breakups (8). As a No. 3 and/or utility man in the Browns' secondary, he could also pay dividends for his locker-room leadership. He's the type of role player who can truly help you Freddie Freeman Jersey go places. DEN DT #93 His numbers have never been gaudy, but he's been an above-average interior man for at least four years now, dating back to his days with the . Removed from the companionship in 2022, he still starred as a top-flight run stuffer in Denver. With 20 tackles for lo s and 10 QB hits the last three seasons, he's a legit anchor alongside newcomer . Pick Six Newsletter Crafted By The Best NFL Experts Get the day's big stories + fun stuff you love like mock drafts, picks and power rankings. I agree to receive the "Pick Six Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the and acknowledge Paramount's . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription. HOU LB #48 A third-round Alabama product in 2022, Harris was busy in 11 rookie starts, chipping in all over the field with six tackles for lo s, Jose Ramirez Jersey five pa s deflections and three QB hits. New coach has since hailed his "God-given ability" as a future three-down starter, signaling an expanded role -- perhaps as a sort of coverage che s piece a la with the 49ers. IND WR #11 TAR141REC99REC YDs925REC TD4FL1 He probably gets enough love in Indy, but what about elsewhere? Do we take into account the fact he's experienced the Colts' infamous QB whirlwind firsthand? Even with and as his top arms the last two years, he's totaled 187 catches for 2,007 yards and 10 touchdowns, securing almost 70% of his targets. Get him a real counterpart and let him thrive. JAC WR #7 TAR121REC82REC YDs823REC TD5FL0 is the talk of the town as new No. 1 opposite . But let's not forget Jones' clutch emergence after mercurial stops in Buffalo and Las Vegas; after quietly topping 80 catches and 800 yards as Jacksonville's No. 2, he went off for 13-157-1 in the team's two playoff games. He should be even more efficient back in a secondary role. KC OG #62 Center rightfully gets lots of love, and new tackles and are well-paid. But Thuney has done nothing but live up to his own spendy free-agent deal since coming over from the . Even with the All-Pro nod Brandon McCarthy Jersey as ' most accomplished interior protector, he deserves more respect around the NFL. LV DE #98 Like , he's been a steady terror off the edge, only to pale in comparison to guys like Nick Bosa and in terms of QB-hunting recognition. In his four NFL seasons, he's combined for 37.5 sacks, 65 tackles for lo s (including an NFL-leading 22 in 2022) and 93 QB hits. The man stays in opposing pockets, often single-handedly giving life to Vegas' "D." LAC TE #7 TAR87REC58REC YDs555REC TD4FL0 Is he a superstar at a position that kind of lacks them? Not nece sarily. But coming off four straight years with at least 400 yards, including a career-high 555 in his Chargers debut, Everett proved in L.A. to be a requisite safety valve for , which is more impre sive when considering opponents often keyed in on him amid a rash of wide receiver injuries. MIA DE #92 All eyes are on the Dolphins' speedy offensive weapons, and commands the big money on the defensive front, but his teammate, Sieler, has been almost equally effective against the run, rotating with . With 24 tackles for lo s and 26 QB hits the last three years, it's no wonder the former Ravens seventh-rounder is reportedly eyeing a new deal. NE CB #25 If owns the off-field headlines and commands respect as the veteran in the room, this Jones clearly has the most overlooked promise at cornerback in Foxborough. An All-Pro returner as a rookie, he also flashed dynamism as an occasional offensive gadget. It'll be a genuine surprise if the Patriots don't feature him even more, in multiple ways, this year. NYJ FS #3 For years R.A. Dickey Jersey , the Jets got results but also drama with and then at safety. Now, Whitehead offers a quieter but just-as-steady presence as the back-end patroller; he's had eight pa s breakups in back-to-back years, at least two picks in three straight, and he stands to benefit from Year 2 of the experience on Robert Saleh's "D." PIT FS #39 We rave about and and Je sie Bates, but this guy should probably lead every conversation about top safeties. While and are also worthy candidates here, Fitzpatrick has been an absolute ball-hawking machine since arriving in Pittsburgh, with 17 picks and 38 pa s breakups in just under four full seasons. TEN DT #96 His fellow D-lineman just got paid the big bucks, but let's give Autry some love for his own longevity in the trenches. He's totaled 37 sacks, 44 tackles for lo s, 69 QB hits and 15 pa s deflections over his last five seasons with the Colts and Titans, moving between 4-3 and 3-4 systems. Even at 33, he does everything well for a defensive-oriented team.