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5) Maxx Crosby (106th overall in 2019)
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Maxx Crosby is one of the most prominent defensive ends in the league right now. On the field, he's a monstrous tackler who strikes fear into the hearts, minds and bodies of many an offense - especially when it comes to tackles for loss.
He has been a Pro Bowler twice and an All-Pro thrice. Off it, he's an unusually named, heavily tattooed ex-alcoholic who has since become a highly regarded recovery advocate.
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However, no one would have expected that of him in 2019. He had played for Eastern Michigan, a largely unknown Mid-American Conference school; and that was not to mention said alcoholism.
Yet Crosby became one of the few good things to come out of the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders' much-maligned Jon Gruden/Mike Mayock era.
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Andre Castillo
Andre Castillo is an NFL journalist at Sportskeeda who holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and Master’s degree in Journalism. He has over seven years of working experience and has also covered MMA with FanSided, wrestling with The Sportster, and automobiles with Hot Cars.
Andre follows the New York Jets and the Washington Commanders, mostly because he likes their colors. His favorite position is tight end, and players like Mark Andrews and Travis Kelce have always drawn Andre's attention when watching a game. Bill Belichick is his favorite coach, and his all-time favorite Super Bowl is the XLII edition, when the underdog New York Giants upset the then-undefeated New England Patriots.
If he can change one moment in NFL history, it will be from the NFC Championship Game in January 2019. In that game, a highly controversial no-call cost the Saints what would have been Drew Brees' second Super Bowl visit, where he would have faced Tom Brady and the Patriots.
Andre is always on the lookout for fresh perspectives in a story and ensures complete factual accuracy by double-checking all information before using it in his articles. He has an innate understanding of how to present information in an efficient and compelling way.
Outside the writing realm, Andre is a professional licensed teacher. His hobbies include watching UFC, MotoGP, playing the piano, and travelling.
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