{"id":3058,"date":"2022-07-27T11:25:33","date_gmt":"2022-07-27T11:25:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/?p=3058"},"modified":"2022-08-30T09:20:11","modified_gmt":"2022-08-30T09:20:11","slug":"nfl-next-gen-stats-top-10-coverage-players-of-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/nfl-next-gen-stats-top-10-coverage-players-of-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"NFL Next Gen Stats&#8217;-Top 10 Coverage Players Of 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#f7f7f7;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1420.64px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NFL_Next_Gen_Stats_-_Top_10_Coverage_Players_Of_2022\"><\/span>NFL Next Gen Stats&#8217; &#8211; Top 10 Coverage Players Of 2022<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Every team in the NFL has its custom football uniform. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/custom-football-team-uniforms\">Custom football uniforms<\/a> do not have random or crazy designs. It should not very colorful. As it will not look pleasant. Custom football uniforms affect the comfort, body movement, and body temperature of players. We see the ground crowded with all such players, but a few are successful to stand out from the crowd.<\/p>\n<p>For a player, it is very necessary to know the importance of defense. When you know how to stop the competitors from making runs, then you will always be on top. Defense plays a significant role to succeed in a game. In the NFL, more responsible defenders have to stop runs, pressure the quarterback, and take away chances to complete passes when the ball is in the air. In this guide, we will cover the best defenders. For qualifying, players need at least 300 coverage snaps, the nearest defenders are the target of 40, and catch rates that are below expectations. This means that players are continuously breaking passes that are possible to complete. Furthermore, let&#8217;s explore with us the top 10 coverage players of the NFL.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_-_Xavien_Howard\"><\/span>#10 &#8211; Xavien Howard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3062 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Xavien-Howard-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL Xavien Howard \" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Xavien-Howard-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Xavien-Howard-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Xavien-Howard-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Xavien-Howard-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Xavien-Howard-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Xavien-Howard-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Saying in his custom football uniform, Howard maintains his position at number 10 in the NFL. However, if he plays from the second half of 2021 to 2022, then he must be higher in a year.<\/p>\n<p>In week 1 of NFL, Howard allows a passer rate that leads up to 100. As the nearest defender, he gave 100 touchdowns in coverage. He posted a target EPA of +11.8.\u00a0 Howard can turn the game remarkably. In the previous league, Howard allowed the second-lowest passer rate of 42.9 and the fifth lowest EPA target of -19.4. As the nearest defender, he gave just two touchdowns, so he brings his targeted EPA to a good level at -10.5. In April, Howards signs a 5-year extension.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -10.5<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.6 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 22.2%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 15.8%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 73.1<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -9.5%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_-_Jamel_Dean\"><\/span>#9 &#8211; Jamel Dean<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3064 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Jamel-Dean-min-1.jpg\" alt=\"NFL Jamel Dean \" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Jamel-Dean-min-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Jamel-Dean-min-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Jamel-Dean-min-1-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Jamel-Dean-min-1-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Jamel-Dean-min-1-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Jamel-Dean-min-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In the NFL, Deans would rank higher if Levi Wallace outperformed him in targeted EPA. Quarterbacks completed only 48.5% pass in which he was the nearest defender of all, giving a coverage success rate against A.J Terrell who is very high on the ranking. The most important thing is that Dean has the ninth-lowest passer rating in the league at 60.5.<\/p>\n<p>One of the top reasons for such strict rules and regulations for uniforms and equipment is sponsorship. Several companies sponsor the NFL, and this sponsorship demands the suppression of their competitors. Therefore, there are particular instructions for the teams for logo placements. NFL has legal and contractual obligations towards its sponsors. NFL has instructed the teams to avoid exhibition and use of logos of the competitors of the NFL\u2019s sponsors. They are not allowed to merchandise these competitors. Nike is in a sponsorship contract with NFL till the end of 2016. So, the teams that visibly dress in markings from other apparel brands, competing with Nike, have to pay fines. It is the most<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-2\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -11.9<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.6 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 21.2%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 16.9%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 60.5<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -10.3%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_-_Levi_Wallace\"><\/span>#8 &#8211; Levi Wallace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3065 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Levi-Wallace-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL Levi Wallace \" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Levi-Wallace-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Levi-Wallace-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Levi-Wallace-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Levi-Wallace-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Levi-Wallace-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Levi-Wallace-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are many reasons why Levi Wallace is on top of the list. He has a tight window percentage of 27.2 with a targeted EPA that is -15.3. There is no surprise that he is in the top rankings. He may be in a top position than this if he has finished two interceptions or more (on 81 targets). If he played more in Pittsburgh, then he will rank better on the list.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-3\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -15.3<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.4 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 27.2%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 18%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 73.8<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -2.6%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_-_Cameron_Dantzler\"><\/span>#7 &#8211; Cameron Dantzler<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3066 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Cameron-Dantzler-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL Cameron Dantzler \" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Cameron-Dantzler-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Cameron-Dantzler-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Cameron-Dantzler-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Cameron-Dantzler-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Cameron-Dantzler-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Cameron-Dantzler-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>He is on the rank 7 due to his exceptional playing qualities. You might wonder by looking at Dantzler&#8217;s name here, but he has very good points to overcome others. Dantzler has limited yards by just 4.9 yards per target; this is among the lowest yards per target rates in NFL.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-4\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -18.2<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.8 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 20.6%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 19.6%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 74<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -7.4%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_-_Anthony_Brown\"><\/span>#6 &#8211; Anthony Brown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3067 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Anthony-Brown-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL Anthony Brown\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Anthony-Brown-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Anthony-Brown-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Anthony-Brown-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Anthony-Brown-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Anthony-Brown-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Anthony-Brown-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>He succeeded in gaining 6 positions in the NFL. Brown hits many targets as the nearest defender dressed in an attractive custom football uniform in the NFL. He always remains very tough on his competitors. Brown&#8217;s tight window rate was almost around 28%. He has the 6th lowest completion percentage in defending back.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-5\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -19<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.6 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 28.2%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 21.7%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 75.8<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -6.4%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_-_Kevin_Byard\"><\/span>#5 &#8211; Kevin Byard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3068 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kevin-Byard-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL Kevin Byard\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kevin-Byard-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kevin-Byard-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kevin-Byard-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kevin-Byard-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kevin-Byard-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Kevin-Byard-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There is no surprise in seeing Byard on top of the list in the NFL. He has the best ballhawk rate of 25.5% in the NFL. His passing rate is 62.7 whereas his target EPA is -21. He is very good at bringing away the perceived mismatches. While he is covering tight ends at 15.1. He allows the lowest passing rates which are 15 targets.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-6\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -21<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.6 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 23.5%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 9%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 62.7<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -8.6%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_-_Patrick_Surtain_ll\"><\/span>#4 &#8211; Patrick Surtain ll<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3069 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Patrick-Surtain-l-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL Patrick Surtain ll \" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Patrick-Surtain-l-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Patrick-Surtain-l-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Patrick-Surtain-l-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Patrick-Surtain-l-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Patrick-Surtain-l-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Patrick-Surtain-l-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Surtain plays his first game in 2021, and he proved himself in his first league. This makes him remain in the spotlight. In his second professional game, he records an interception. And he also snagged two picks in week 12. He was better downfield, which takes away his chance for better performance. From all, proves that he is worth the first-round pick.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-7\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -21.8<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.4 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 28.1%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 20.6%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 59.9<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -6.1%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_-_Rasul_Douglas\"><\/span>#3 &#8211; Rasul Douglas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3070 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Rasul-Douglas-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL Rasul Douglas\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Rasul-Douglas-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Rasul-Douglas-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Rasul-Douglas-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Rasul-Douglas-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Rasul-Douglas-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Rasul-Douglas-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Due to the very strict rules of the NFL and high penalties NFL players often brand it as a \u201cNo Fun League.\u201d The mixed assortment of the appearances of players makes it a no-fun league.\u00a0 The players have to dip themselves in various colors. Different colored mouth guards, shoes, gloves, arm bands, and socks. They think they look more like a funky character than a professional football player. Well, rules are rules, and every team needs to follow them. Designing their custom football pants or jerseys they have to be very keen and specific.<\/p>\n<p>Douglas has excellent defending capabilities. He proves himself an essential defense by recording 13 passes defensive and 5 interceptions. He has a north tight-window percentage of 29 focusing on his ability to put down pass coverage catchers. He is one of the top players in the NFL. The Packers signed Douglas for 3 years.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-8\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -22.7<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.3 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 29.2%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 17.5%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 48.5<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -6.9%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_-_JC_Jackson\"><\/span>#2 &#8211; J.C. Jackson<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3071 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/J.C.-Jackson-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL J.C. Jackson\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/J.C.-Jackson-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/J.C.-Jackson-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/J.C.-Jackson-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/J.C.-Jackson-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/J.C.-Jackson-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/J.C.-Jackson-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Jackson recorded 8 interceptions with a targeted EPA of -27.1. It will boost his ballhawk rate up to 24%. His passing rate is 48.4. His only statistical downside is that he has a tight window percentage. He barely cut 20.8%. He proves himself very well so takes a position on top of the list.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-9\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -27.1<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.9 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 20.8%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 21%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 48.4<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -8.9%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_-_AJ_Terrell\"><\/span>#1 &#8211; A.J. Terrell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3072 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/A.J.-Terrell-min.jpg\" alt=\"NFL A.J. Terrell\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/A.J.-Terrell-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/A.J.-Terrell-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/A.J.-Terrell-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/A.J.-Terrell-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/A.J.-Terrell-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/A.J.-Terrell-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>He scored the best-targeted points which are -29.4 in NFL. Terrell behaves so professionally and competitively this year. He is the best player in several categories including yards allowed\/target 4.1 and completion percentage allowed 41.1. He has a high success rate in the whole league and has the best coverage success rate among all the NFL players.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stats_Summary-10\"><\/span>Stats Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Targeted expected points added: -29.4<\/li>\n<li>Average separation: 2.7 yards<\/li>\n<li>Tight window pct: 30.1%<\/li>\n<li>Target rate: 14.8%<\/li>\n<li>Passer rating allowed: 49.9<\/li>\n<li>Catch rate allowed below expectation: -14.6%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In this guide, we cover the top 10 coverage players of the NFL. One of the major qualities of these players is that they are exceptional at passing rate, targeted rate, and catch rate. 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