Top 100 Players of 2026, Nos. 40-39: Justin Herbert rises; Trent Williams makes 13th appearance
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Key Points:
- The NFL Top 100 player rankings, voted on by players, are being revealed daily on X from June 22 to August 21, with two players unveiled each day, followed by the Top 10 revealed one player per weekday from August 24 to September 4.
- Trent Williams, a 12-time Pro Bowl left tackle for the San Francisco 49ers, has made the Top 100 list 13 times over his 15-season career and recently signed a two-year extension expected to be his last, continuing to play a key role in the team's offense at age 38.
- Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert faced significant challenges last season due to injuries to his offensive tackles, enduring the highest pressure rate in the league, yet still led the team to consecutive playoff appearances for the first time since 2008-09.
- Despite pressure, Herbert excelled by throwing 10 rushing touchdowns, the most in the NFL in 2025, and ranking fourth in passing yards under pressure, while increasing his deep passing attempts and completions, signaling potential for improved postseason success with better protection this year.
