{
  "id": 1027350,
  "title": "3 underrated players on every NFL team’s roster in 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/3-underrated-players-on-every-nfl-teams-roster-in-2026",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-15T12:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SB Nation",
    "slug": "sb-nation",
    "url": "https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/1124248/nfl-underrated-players-dillon-gabriel-jackson-hawes-dax-hill-jalyx-hunt"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the world of NFL football, there are often players whose skills and contributions go unnoticed by the wider fan base. As we approach the start of the 2026 preseason, it's time to shine a light on some of these underrated talents who have the potential to make a significant impact on their teams.\n\nFirst up, we have the offensive tackles who are essential to protecting the quarterback. These players may not always grab the headlines, but their role in blocking for the offense is crucial. We'll be keeping an eye on their performances and how they might be stepping up in 2026.\n\nNext, let's turn our attention to the wide receivers, who are often the face of the offense. While some may have larger followings, there are those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make plays happen. We'll be looking at players who have shown great promise and could be ready to make a splash in the preseason.\n\nOur final pick for the underrated players on every NFL team's roster in 2026 will be the linebacker position. These hard-hitting defenders are often the unsung heroes of the game, providing the heart and defense behind the offense. We'll be highlighting players who have the potential to elevate their teams' defenses in the upcoming season.",
  "summary": "Watching football is fun, right? Analyzing football is even funner! Or, to be grammatically correct, more fun! And the most fun I have when picking apart game tape and advanced metrics is finding those players whose efforts on the field far exceed their name recognition. When you find those Hidden Gems and broadcast their greatness […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Offensive tackles protect quarterbacks, often overlooked by fans",
    "Wide receivers work behind the scenes, show great promise",
    "Linebackers provide heart and defense, elevate team defenses"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}