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Ranking the NFL's Biggest Matchup Nightmares

Most NFL players exude bravado on the field, but a small group of elite talents can spook opponents by using unique skill sets.

Coordinators spend the entire week drawing up game plans based on film study, but at times, there's little they can do to stop versatile playmakers who can impact the action in a variety of ways.

Looking at players who have track records of finding mismatch advantages, we'll rank the league's top 10 matchup nightmares—those who possess distinctive capabilities at their positions.

It's not about whether Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers are the game's top quarterbacks but about the signal-caller who's capable of attacking a defense with more than his arm.