Running Back: Lamar Miller (MIA)
With Knowshon Moreno missing nearly the entire year, Miller was given a full load as the primary back in Miami. The third-year pro set career-highs in most rushing categories, including a division-leading 11 runs of 15-plus yards.
Slot Receiver: Jarvis Landry (MIA)
Don’t let the several other impressive rookie receivers overshadow Landry’s performance this season. Most of his damage done from the slot, ranking second among all primary slot receivers in Yards per Route Run.
Tackles: Branden Albert, LT (MIA) and Sebastian Vollmer, RT (NE)
The Albert signing in Miami turned out to be exactly what the team needed to help shore up their offensive line. Unfortunately for both, his season was over far too early. Vollmer has easily been the most consistent lineman for the Patriots and finished with the highest grade among right tackles.
Edge Defenders: Cameron Wake (MIA) and Mario Williams (BUF)
Just another season for Wake who continues to be one of the premier edge pass rushers in the entire league. Williams benefitted by Buffalo switching back to a 4-3 and allowing him to play with his hand on the ground once again. He clearly still has a knack for getting to the quarterback, but his play in run defense was arguably the best of his career.
Safeties: Devin McCourty (NE) and Reshad Jones (MIA)
Only two safeties finished with higher overall grades than Jones despite him missing the first four games of the season. The former fifth-round pick is one of the better run defending safeties. McCourty didn’t grade quite as high as he has in the last couple years, but he arguably remains the best coverage safety in the division.
