The NFL Network conducted a poll of players, who were asked to rank the top 100 players heading into the 2017 season. In the latest batch of players revealed, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott placed 14th, two spots ahead of 10-time Pro Bowler Drew Brees.
According to Colin Cowherd, players are overrating Prescott's actual ability due to his undeniable 'it' factor.
Players gravitate toward leaders with a 'cool' factor
“There’s always been something called ‘NFL face,’ and NFL general managers and scouts consider this. A good-looking quarterback, a quarterback with a cool factor can sell and win the locker room.