The great thing about the Super Bowl is that anybody can be the hero. How highly ranked would Super Bowl MVP Malcolm Smith have been if we did a ranking of players from Super Bowl XLVIII? In a one-game, winner-take-all scenario, every active player has a chance to make the difference in the outcome.
Both teams will be trotting out 53 players (for a total of 106), but in honor of competing for the 56th Lombardi Trophy, we are going to count down the top 56 players between the two Super Bowl participants:
56. Troy Reeder, LB, Los Angeles
Linebacker has been the Rams’ biggest defensive weakness all season, as Reeder has struggled mightily in coverage.
55. Kevin Huber, P, Cincinnati
The longest tenured Bengal ranked 28th among 32 qualifying punters in punting efficiency this season.
54. Matt Gay, K, Los Angeles
The Pro Bowl kicker had a tremendous year, but his last two games suggest there’s an injury the team isn’t telling anyone about.
53. Drew Sample, TE, Cincinnati
The back-up tight end had 81 receiving yards during the regular season, but could prove crucial if starter C.J. Uzomah is unable to play.
52. Kendall Blanton, TE, Los Angeles
The back-up tight end had 37 receiving yards during the regular season, but could prove crucial if starter Tyler Higbee is unable to play.
51. Trent Taylor, WR, Cincinnati
Cincinnati’s three-headed monster of Chase-Higgins-Boyd is lethal, but Taylor is a more-than-capable fourth option if necessary.
50. Eric Weddle, S, Los Angeles
Weddle played zero professional football snaps between his retirement February 6, 2020 and the Rams’ wild card win over the Cardinals January 17, 2022. Pending the health of starting safeties Taylor Rapp and Jordan Fuller, he could be making his fourth straight postseason start.
49. Tre Flowers, CB, Cincinnati
Flowers ranked 108th among all cornerbacks in pass defense, and fourth on his own team. The Rams will be targeting him when he’s on the field.
48. Ben Skowronek, WR, Los Angeles
Skowronek dropped a wide open touchdown pass in the NFC Championship Game – he’s hoping that won’t be his most memorable play of the postseason.
47. Hakeem Adeniji, G, Cincinnati
Adeniji ranked 81st among 82 qualifying guards in blocking, and is now going against Aaron Donald.
46. David Edwards, G, Los Angeles
The weakness of the team’s offensive line is at the guard position. Edwards is 50% of the problem.
45. Austin Corbett, G, Los Angeles
The weakness of the team’s offensive line is at the guard position. Corbett is the other 50% of the problem.
44. Isaiah Prince, T, Cincinnati
Prince ranked 77th among 83 qualifying tackles in blocking, and is now going against Von Miller.
43. Ernest Jones, LB, Los Angeles
As the best coverage linebacker for the Rams, Jones will be responsible for limiting Joe Mixon in the passing game.
42. Trey Hopkins, C, Cincinnati
Hopkins ranked 35th among 39 qualifying centers in blocking, and is now going against Aaron Donald.
41. Nick Scott, S, Los Angeles
The back-up safety has stepped up admirably in Rapp’s and Fuller’s absence, and will certainly have his hands full against Cincinnati’s high-octane offense.
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40. Eli Apple, CB, Cincinnati
The former first-round pick has had a tumultuous run in the NFL. After flaming out in New York and New Orleans, Apple found himself in a starting role for the Bengals’ secondary. Operating as the boundary corner opposite Chidobe Awuzie, teams often picked on Apple in coverage throughout the year. He had a chance to seal a Bengals win over the Chiefs in OT, but had an interception go through his hands. The oft-maligned corner is coming off his best season as a pro – two INT’s and 10 pass deflections in 16 games played – though Apple is clearly the weak link in Cincinnati’s defensive backfield.
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39. Sony Michel, RB, Los Angeles
With Cam Akers on IR and Darrell Henderson underperforming, the Rams turned to Sony Michel to be their workhorse through the second-half of the regular season. Michel isn’t an overly explosive runner, but he’s been reliable on the ground over his career. The former Patriot appeared in all 17 games for Los Angeles in 2021, rushing for 845 yards and four touchdowns. He’s also the best pass blocking running back on the roster, which could be important if the Rams face an early deficit.
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38. Samaje Perine, RB, Cincinnati
Samaje Perine can be credited for sparking Cincinnati’s comeback. The former Oklahoma Sooner turned a screen pass into the Bengals’ first touchdown of the day on a 41-yard catch-and-run. He’s another example of Cincinnati’s depth at the skill positions. With teams having to put such a large emphasis on players like Mixon, Chase, and Higgins, it becomes increasingly difficult to stop the “other guys” on the team. If the Rams aren’t careful, Perine could burn them for a big play when it’s least expected.
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37. Darious Williams, CB, Los Angeles
This is a matchup Cincinnati will try to exploit. You can be sure that Jalen Ramsey — PFF’s No. 1 corner in the NFL — will be tasked with slowing down Ja’Marr Chase. Darious Williams, on the other hand, was ranked No. 79 out of 120 corners in the NFL this season. At only 5-foot-9, his smallish size could be a major problem when matched up with Tyler Boyd (6-foot-2) or Tee Higgins (6-foot-4). This development is certainly something to watch.
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36. C.J. Uzomah, TE, Cincinnati
CJ Uzomah suffered an injury in the first quarter of the AFC Championship game. The veteran TE was ruled out for the game, but seems to have avoided a major scare. The Bengals diagnosed Uzomah with a sprained MCL and his status for the Super Bowl is up in the air. Cincinnati would love to have its starting TE back for the biggest game of the year. Up until the injury, Uzomah was enjoying an exceptional postseason run, having caught 13-of-14 targets for 135 yards and a touchdown through the team’s first two playoff games.
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35. Tyler Higbee, TE, Los Angeles
The Rams have some uncertainty as well at the TE spot. Coincidentally, Rams TE Tyler Higbee was also forced out of the Championship game with an injury. Higbee suffered a knee injury in the second quarter of the matchup versus the Niners, and was ruled out shortly after. Much like Uzomah, Higbee avoided a major scare, but his availability for the Super Bowl remains unclear. The Rams’ third-leading receiver in the regular season, Higbee provides a reliable target for Matthew Stafford over the middle of the field. His status will be something to monitor over the next two weeks.
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34. Taylor Rapp, S, Los Angeles
Taylor Rapp entered Championship week with a questionable designation, but ultimately sat out the victory over the San Francisco 49ers. With two extra weeks to rest, there’s a good chance we see Rapp return to the field for the Super Bowl. The Rams desperately need his help in the secondary with Jordan Fuller already on IR. Rapp’s presence will reduce the role of Eric Weddle and provide a bit more stability against a dangerous group of Cincinnati pass catchers.
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33. Greg Gaines, DL, Los Angeles
Injuries up front have led to Greg Gaines receiving an increased role, and the former Washington Huskie has taken advantage of the opportunity. Gaines ended the year strong, but he’s taken it to another level in the postseason. The fourth-round pick has made plays throughout each of LA’s three playoff wins. Additionally, Gaines is an exceptionally savvy player. When Rams defensive back Travin Howard intercepted Jimmy Garoppolo on the final drive, Gaines tackled his own teammate to ensure LA’s offense could take the field and drain the clock. That’s just solid football IQ.
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32. B.J. Hill, DL, Cincinnati
Hill is one of two big boys up front for the Bengals in the interior of its defensive line (the other being NT D.J. Reader). Hill grades out as a very good defensive tackle — particularly against the run. He has the mobility to get into gaps and make plays in the backfield. Duly, Hill has the athleticism which could be problematic for the interior of the Rams’ offensive line. Without question, Hill is one of the more underrated players in this game.
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31. Germaine Pratt, LB, Cincinnati
Pratt is your classic thumper in the middle of the defense. When you look at the grades for Pratt in all categories (via PFF), he’s relatively average. The Rams don’t have a huge threat out of the backfield when it comes to catching passes. We could envision some packages where Sony Michel may be utilized to get Pratt in space. Regardless, Pratt’s value will mostly come when crashing down towards the line of scrimmage.
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30. Van Jefferson, WR, Los Angeles
Jefferson has been a bit inconsistent this season. Picked in the second round, he was expected to become a very integral member of the Rams’ offense. With the emergence of Odell Beckham Jr., Jefferson’s effectiveness has dipped a bit. Still, Jefferson remains a threat. Based upon the struggles of Ben Skowronek versus the 49ers, Jefferson may be in line for additional targets.
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29. Vonn Bell, S, Cincinnati
Bell had a big game for the Bengals in the win over the Chiefs. He notched six tackles and had one very impressive pass deflection en route to the victory. He’s always been a player blessed with all of the measurables you’d want in the ideal safety. He’s big, fast, and can hit with some authority. However, Bell traditionally hasn’t played with a ton of consistency. Fortunately for the Bengals, he’s starting to put it together. PFF ranks Bell No. 13 out of 94 possible safeties.
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28. Tyler Boyd, WR, Cincinnati
While Boyd has suddenly become the third WR within the Cincinnati pecking order, he’s no scrub. In fact, he’s most likely the best No. 3 receiver in the entire league. Likely to see many opportunities against Rams cornerback Darious Williams, this is a matchup which favors Cincinnati. We could completely envision a scenario in which Boyd goes off for a 100-yard effort. Don’t let the numbers fool you… he’s still a very talented player.
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27. Brian Allen, G, Los Angeles
The two tackles get most of the credit, but Rams center Brian Allen has been a revelation in the middle. The third-year pro is having by far the best season of his career for a Los Angeles offensive line that graded as No. 1 in pass protection. However, Allen can get it done in the run game as well. He held his own against Bucs DT Vita Vea in their matchup, and even got the better of the All-Pro on a couple occasions. For the Rams to secure a victory, their offensive line will need to slow down Cincinnati’s mauling defensive line. That all starts with Allen and the rest of the Rams’ blockers being on the same page.
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26. Quinton Spain, OG, Cincinnati
Quinton Spain is actually considered to be a better-than-average guard. Out of 82 players at his position, Pro Football Focus ranks him as the No. 26 guard in the NFL. He grades out as a better run blocker compared to when he’s blocking in passing situations. Either way, he’s going to have a massive challenge on his hands. Greg Gaines is a decent NT, and Aaron Donald is… well… Aaron Donald. Spain will have to play well if Cincinnati is to control the line of scrimmage.
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25. Johnny Hekker, P, Los Angeles
Hekker is widely regarded as the best punter in the NFL. He can routinely shift field position with his gigantic leg. Not only that, but he’s a real threat on trick plays. We’ve seen countless examples of Hekker throwing the ball to teammates for massive first downs. In this contest, Hekker will be relied upon to pin Joe Burrow and the Cincy offense back deep in its own territory. The Rams and Hekker also have the benefit of playing at home. The familiarity with SoFi Stadium should serve him well.
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24. Evan McPherson, K, Cincinnati
Evan McPherson is riding a major high right now. Thus far in the playoffs, he’s a perfect 12-for-12 on field-goal attempts. Not only that, but the 22-year-old out of Florida has made two game-winning kicks (over both the Titans and the Chiefs). McPherson has a cannon of a right leg. The Bengals would feel comfortable with McPherson attempting anything inside of 60 yards. As a result, he could end up being a major advantage in the special teams battle.
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23. Rob Havenstein, OT, Los Angeles
The jumbo RT out of Wisconsin plays a vital role within the Rams’ offense. While not the swiftest in terms of foot speed, Havenstein is a mauler in the run game. If he latches onto you coming off the edge, you’ve got no chance. However, there have been instances where Havenstein has struggled with the speed rush. He’s slated to go against the Bengals’ best defender in Trey Hendrickson. Hendrickson notched 14.0 sacks during the regular season. Havenstein needs to be competitive in this matchup in order to give Matthew Stafford a chance to throw the ball downfield.
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22. Cam Akers, RB, Los Angeles
Akers hasn’t had a great postseason thus far. He most notably fumbled twice versus the Bucs, and hasn’t really been able to break off any big runs. We must keep things in perspective, however. Akers miraculously is back from an Achilles injury after only six months. For the Rams to beat Cincinnati, they must have balance. Akers is still the most explosive RB currently on the roster. If he can offer the team 15-20 quality touches, LA will be thrilled.
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21. Mike Hilton, CB, Cincinnati
Cincinnati did well to lure Hilton over from the rival Pittsburgh Steelers. The Bengals paid him $24 million to man the nickel back position. In terms of defending opposing slot receivers, Hilton is among the best in the league. We saw his athleticism on full display during the playoff game versus Tennessee (in which he made a very impressive interception when blitzing QB Ryan Tannehill). The Rams have a prolific group of receivers (led by Cooper Kupp and the surging Odell Beckham Jr.). You can be sure Hilton will be defending both based upon the called play.
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20. Andrew Whitworth, OT, Los Angeles
Whitworth has only one more game to hold up in. The veteran from LSU is approaching his 41st birthday. Miraculously, he’s been a stalwart for the Rams at LT. While not the athlete he once was, Whitworth is a masterful technician. He also has the I.Q. to sniff out the opponents’ desired plan of attack. He’ll have to be on his game — since he’ll be working directly against upstart DE Sam Hubbard. Hubbard is an above-average athlete with tons of enthusiasm and energy. Also to note: Whitworth has been dealing with an ongoing knee issue.
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19. A’Shawn Robinson, DL, Los Angeles
Robinson isn’t much of a pass-rushing threat. He notched only 2.0 sacks this year during the regular season. However, he is one of the more important members of the Rams’ defensive front. The former Alabama product is country strong. He can hold the line of scrimmage at the point of attack. This enables the Rams’ linebackers to flood through the line and make plays in the backfield. When paired next to Greg Gaines, the two combine to weigh over 650 pounds. It’s a lot of beef to push around — and Robinson in particular will be tasked with flashing his run-stuffing strengths versus Joe Mixon.
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18. Jonah Williams, OT, Cincinnati
Cincinnati’s OL gave up a whopping 51 sacks this year (including nine alone in the playoff win over Tennessee). Unfortunately for the Bengals, LA’s defensive line might be the most talented unit they will have faced all season long. Tasked with protecting Joe Burrow’s blind side, former first-round pick Jonah Williams will need to play well. Not only will he have to deal with mammoth defensive end A’Shawn Robinson inside, but Von Miller will often be lined up outside with his hand in the dirt. If the Bengals can’t protect Burrow, it’ll be a long evening.
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17. Leonard Floyd, LB, Los Angeles
Floyd could sneakily be one of the biggest X-Factors in this year’s Super Bowl. We know Aaron Donald will draw tons of attention. While not the same player he once was, Von Miller certainly will also be double-teamed at times (whether with a tight end sitting on the line — or being chipped by a running back). As such, Floyd largely will be attacking off the edge in one-on-one situations versus Isaiah Prince. Prince — the team’s second-string RT — is a former sixth-round pick who took over for the injured Riley Reiff. Floyd should have a decided advantage in this match-up.
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16. Chidobe Awuzie, CB, Cincinnati
The Bengals were determined to improve in the 2021 offseason — and it is clear that some of their moves worked out rather well. After spending the first four years of his career in Dallas, Chidobe Awuzie joined Cincinnati on a three-year deal. The corner rewarded the franchise’s faith in him by producing the best year of his career. Awuzie set career-highs in interceptions (two), passes defended (14), and tackles for loss (four). Whether he is tasked with spending more time covering Cooper Kupp or Odell Beckham Jr., Awuzie is going to play a pivotal role for the AFC champions.
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15. Tee Higgins, WR, Cincinnati
Cincinnati’s rookie wideout slightly overshadowed the team’s second-year stud, Tee Higgins. After a very good rookie season in 2020, Higgins saw most of his numbers improve this season. The 6-foot-4 receiver caught 74 passes for 1,091 yards, and found the end zone six times for the second year in a row. Higgins is bigger than both Ja’Marr Chase and Tyler Boyd, and Joe Burrow isn’t shy about getting him the ball. Higgins finished the year as Cincinnati’s second-leading receiver in all major categories (receptions, yards, and touchdowns).
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14. Sam Hubbard, DE, Cincinnati
Hubbard isn’t as good as Cincinnati’s top defensive end, but he is still a very good player. A third-year starter, Hubbard enjoyed his finest season as a pro in 2021. The former Buckeye finished with 7.5 sacks (second-most on the team), 12 TFLs (tied for the team lead), 62 tackles and three passes defended. Additionally, Hubbard recovered two fumbles and was responsible for forcing one. Hubbard has starred in the postseason, as well. The DE has 3.0 sacks in the playoffs — including 2.0 in Cincinnati’s win over the Chiefs.
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13. Von Miller, LB, Los Angeles
Although Von Miller isn’t quite the player he was earlier in his career, he is still making a difference for the Rams. Since joining the Rams Week 10, Miller has recorded 16 TFLs and 7.0 sacks. Prior to the NFC Championship, Miller had gone six-straight games with at least one sack. Playing alongside Aaron Donald, Miller has enjoyed a resurgence. The first time Miller played in the Super Bowl, in 2015, he recorded 2.5 sacks, forced two fumbles, and was named Super Bowl 50 MVP.
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12. Logan Wilson, LB, Cincinnati
The Bengals have talented players on all three levels of their defense. Roaming the middle of the field is Logan Wilson. Wilson, a second-year linebacker out of Wyoming, finished the year with 100 tackles, four interceptions, and a forced fumble. Wilson has been outstanding in Cincinnati’s three playoff wins. Wilson opened the postseason with 12 tackles and one PD against Vegas. The following week, Wilson recorded eight tackles, one PD, and intercepted a pass with 20 seconds remaining — setting up the game-winning field goal.
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11. D.J. Reader, DL, Cincinnati
Big D.J. Reader is a terror in the interior of the line. Standing at 6-foot-3 and nearing 350 pounds, Reader is one of the best run defenders in football. Reader’s numbers don’t do justice to his ability. Because he demands a ton of attention upfront, Reader’s teammates often find themselves with more room to make stops. Reader is a big reason why the Bengals find themselves playing for all the marbles.
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10. Joe Mixon, RB, Cincinnati
While Cincinnati’s pass-attack grabs all the attention, its rushing game should be similarly feared. A true dual-threat back, Joe Mixon finished the year as the NFL’s third-leading rusher with 1,205 yards. Additionally, Mixon rushed for 13 touchdowns — fourth-most in the league — and also caught three TD passes. Mixon has 13 receptions in the postseason and has rushed for 190 yards. The Rams cannot afford to overlook Mixon on the ground.
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9. Odell Beckham Jr., WR, Los Angeles
Welcome back, OBJ. Beckham Jr. went from being one of the league’s most exhilarating players while in New York to languishing in Cleveland as Baker Mayfield struggled to get him the ball. However, OBJ is finally free after spending two-plus years in Cleveland. A mid-season addition in LA, OBJ scored five touchdowns in eight regular season games with the Rams. In the postseason, he has been even better. In the Rams’ comeback win over the Niners in the NFC Championship, OBJ caught nine passes for 113 yards. OBJ playing at his best is a scary thought for the Bengals.
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8. Trey Hendrickson, DE, Cincinnati
It is going to take a collective effort to slow Los Angeles’ offense. However, Trey Hendrickson is a pivotal piece to the puzzle. If he can’t play or isn’t close to 100-percent, Cincinnati’s defense will have a tough time stopping the Rams. Hendrickson was sensational for the Bengals in his first year with the franchise. A year after recording 13.5 sacks with the Saints, Hendrickson notched 14.0 sacks and three forced fumbles — both career-highs — en route to earning a Pro Bowl nod. The defensive end has been dealing with nagging injuries throughout the playoffs but should be ready to roll come February 13.
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7. Jessie Bates, S, Cincinnati
If the Bengals want to take down the Rams, Jessie Bates will need to perform at his highest level — just as he did in the AFC Championship. On the opening drive of overtime, Bates broke up a pass intended for Tyreek Hill. Bates’ PBU was ultimately caught by Vonn Bell, and set up the Bengals for glory. Bates has been a steady presence for the Bengals since entering the league in 2018. Playing free safety, Bates intercepted three passes in each of his first three seasons. A Second-Team All-Pro in 2020, Bates is going to be a stud for many years to come.
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6. Ja’Marr Chase, WR, Cincinnati
The Bengals have added two superstars with their first-round pick each of the past two seasons. After drafting Joe Burrow with the No. 1 pick in 2020, Cincinnati added wideout Ja’Marr Chase with the No. 5 pick this past draft. Former collegiate teammates, Chase and Burrow clicked from Day 1. Chase is a game-breaking receiver. On the year, the standout talent accumulated 1,455 yards and found the end zone 13 times. In Cincinnati’s three playoff wins, Chase topped the 100-yard mark twice (116 yards versus Vegas, 109 against Tennessee) and scored one TD (against Kansas City).
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5. Matthew Stafford, QB, Los Angeles
After spending 12 long, cold years in Detroit, Stafford is thriving in Los Angeles. In his first year as a Ram, Stafford matched a career-high with 41 touchdowns passes. More importantly, Stafford has finally won a postseason game. The longtime Lion went 0-3 while in Detroit, but has now brought his postseason record to 3-3 after guiding his new team to the Super Bowl. Stafford can make a few head-scratching throws each game, but he is also capable of making every throw on the field. Through LA’s run to the Super Bowl, Stafford has thrown six touchdown passes and has completed 72-percent of his attempts.
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4. Jalen Ramsey, CB, Los Angeles
There is no denying Jalen Ramsey’s talent. Regarded as the top corner in the league, Ramsey often wins his matchup and isn’t shy about letting his opponents know. Ramsey has been named an All-Pro each of the past two years, and tied his career-high with four interceptions this season. Despite Ramsey’s greatness, he has also been burned a handful of times by the league’s top wideouts. While the Bengals likely won’t go after Ramsey often, they should test him with their talented receiving corps.
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3. Joe Burrow, QB, Cincinnati
Nobody could have predicted Joe Burrow reaching the Super Bowl in just his second season. The No. 1 pick in 2020, Burrow put up huge numbers for the Bengals this year en route to the SB. Burrow is incredibly confident and believes he is ready for the moment. Dating back to Week 16, the young QB has thrown 12 touchdowns and two interceptions. He will have his hands full with Los Angeles’ defense, but Burrow is plenty capable of leading Cincinnati to a victory.
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2. Cooper Kupp, WR, Los Angeles
Before Matt Stafford arrived in Los Angeles, Cooper Kupp made a believer out of the Rams’ front office and diehard supporters. However, fans around the league were truly introduced to Kupp’s greatness this year. Kupp and Stafford were locked-in all season — resulting in Kupp having one of the greatest seasons for a receiver in NFL history. The All-Pro led the NFL with 145 receptions, 1,947 receiving yards, and 16 touchdowns. Kupp has four TDs in the postseason…and has gone for 183 and 142 yards the past two weeks.
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1. Aaron Donald, DL, Los Angeles
While the Rams and Bengals sport a handful of superstars, Aaron Donald is in a class of his own. Donald is arguably the game’s greatest player. A three-time Defensive Player of the Year, Donald enters the Super Bowl on the heels of a seventh-straight All-Pro nod. Despite being faced with double/triple-team blocks frequently, Donald finds a way to dominate. The star notched 1.5 sacks in LA’s three playoff victories. Facing a Cincinnati offensive line that surrendered nine sacks against the Titans a few weeks ago, Donald should feast.
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