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7 Young NFL Players in Danger of Flaming out in 2020

The NFL stands as the ultimate "what have you done for me lately" league, a reality that is best exemplified by its quick turnover of younger players.

This notion will find footing again this season as the timer ticks on young players who've failed to meet expectations. Free agency and the annual influx of talent from the draft, combined with organizational pressure from the top down to win now, mean these players risk losing their jobs.

Players in Years 3-5—likely with fifth-year options declined or in contract seasons—are at a career crossroads in 2020.