2026 NFL Top CBs: Surtain II Still Best?

Cornerback is one of the toughest positions in the NFL, with players often tasked with stopping receivers one-on-one. Our ranking for 2026 features Denver's Pat Surtain II, the 2024 Defensive Player of the Year, and Seattle's Devon Witherspoon, who recently became the highest-paid cornerback in position history after helping the Seahawks win a Super Bowl. palladian.co.za

Notable players on the list include Gardner, a 24-year-old with elite physical traits who was traded from the Jets to Colts; versatile Eagles defender DeJean, who hasn't allowed a touchdown in two seasons and can play both corner and safety; and Panthers' Horn, who had five interceptions last year after signing a four-year, $100 million contract.