South Carolina great Stephon Gilmore was already a Pro Bowler when he made the jump to New England, playing for one of the league’s best teams and likely the sports greatest coach. His game and recognition took of, and it’s landed him in a lofty spot.
On Wednesday, Gilmore was named as the No. 9 player in the whole NFL in the NFL Top 100 list. Compiled from votes from the players, Gilmore is the second Gamecock on the list, joining Jadeveon Clowney, who was No. 41.
Gilmore is coming off back-to-back first-team All-Pro seasons and winning the NFL defensive player of the year award.