The 30 Best Pass Rushers in NFL History

27. Clay Matthews Jr.

Following in his father’s footsteps, Clay Matthews Jr. was also a first-round pick edge rusher out of USC. While Senior enjoyed the longer career, it was Junior who arguably had the greater impact. By Year 2, Matthews Jr. had become one of the most feared defensive playmakers in the league. In 2010, he finished with 13.5 sacks and 25 QB hits on his way to an All-Pro nod and a second-place finish in Defensive Player of the Year voting. He helped the Packers win the Super Bowl, starting all four playoff matchups and collecting 3.5 sacks. Matthews Jr. finished with six Pro Bowl honors.

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