Top 10 NFL players from Florida State in 2022

#6. Brian Burns, DE, Carolina Panthers

Carolina Panthers DE Brian Burns

Brian Burns burst onto the scene with the Panthers in 2019, recording 7.5 sacks as a rookie. Burns is an all-purpose edge defender. Not only does he have the quick feet to come inside and stop a run, but he can get to the QB. He has 29.5 career sacks as a defensive end, and his 2022 season has already seen him record four sacks.

He is on course to beat his career-best of nine sacks, and the Panthers would do well to tie the defensive playmaker to a new contract. Burns is about to catapult himself into the echelon of elite edge rushers in the NFL and is another stand-out from Florida State.

#7. Josh Sweat, DE, Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles v Washington Commanders

Josh Sweat is one of the most naturally gifted defenders in the NFL. Had it not been for injuries, he would have been ranked far higher in this list of the top 10 NFL players from Florida State. In five NFL seasons, he has never played a full complement of games.

What is remarkable about Sweat is the fact that he has registered 20 sacks in just 22 career starts. He is a monster off the edge, getting to the quarterback with ease. If he can stay healthy, then he will be a top-five pass rusher. A life-threatening internal bleed was put in the rear-view mirror for Sweat. He has started all six of the Philadelphia Eagles’ regular season games in 2022, registering 2.5 sacks.

#8. Graham Gano, K, New York Giants

New York Giants K Graham Gano

Graham Gano has succeeded at every level. His Carolina Panthers career saw him break the franchise record for the longest field goal at 63 yards. Hhe is currently performing well in New York.

Born in Scotland, Gano has held a commendable field goal percentage of 84.1% in 173 career games. He was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2017 and led the league in completed field goals, offering an average of 96.7%.