The Most Hated Players In The NFL Right Now
Football is a tough game of big, ego-driven men clashing on the field and off, so it makes sense that a number of players would find themselves among fans and peers most hated people in the NFL. When you're trying to win games, it doesn't necessarily help to be liked, and many of these players have found success despite being the dirtiest and meanest players in the NFL.
While some players receive hate from fans for their poor play on the field, like Ezekiel Elliott or Kirk Cousins, others have serious off-the-field issues that have made them the kind of players fans love to hate, like Deshaun Watson and Tyreek Hill. Then, there are the dirty players like Ndamukong Suh, guys you just don't want to play against.
So check out this list of the most hated players in the NFL, and vote up the players you can't stand, whether on the field or off it. Then head over and check out some of football's nice guys among the NFL's most likable players.
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Beginning in 2021, Watson has been sued by more than two dozen female massage therapists accusing him of sexual harassment and sexual assault. Watson has denied any wrongdoing despite settling 20 claims of sexual misconduct. Disagreements with the Texans' front office and multiple sexual-misconduct lawsuits kept Watson out for the entire 2021 season and led to his trade to Cleveland. Watson was suspended 11 games by the NFL for the 2022 season.
- Nationality: American
- Team: Cleveland Browns
- Position: Quarterback
- Nationality: United States of America
- Team: Kansas City Chiefs
- Position: Quarterback
- 3
Travis Kelce is an exceptional athlete known for his on-field prowess as a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. With his charismatic personality and impressive skills, Kelce has become a fan favorite, despite sometimes drawing ire for his competitive nature and off-field antics. His ability to dominate the field makes him a standout player in the NFL.
- Nationality: United States of America
- Team: Kansas City Chiefs
- Position: Tight end
- 4
Aaron Rodgers is one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time, but with a prickly attitude and what people see as a huge ego, he seems to be loathed by many fans and players alike. Even former teammates have gone on record explaining their problems with Rodgers and his lack of leadership skills.
- Nationality: United States of America
- Team: New York Jets
- Position: Quarterback
- 5
- Nationality: United States of America
- Team: Dallas Cowboys
- Position: Quarterback
- 6
Odell Beckham Jr. is the prototypical diva wide receiver. OBJ's talent is undeniable, but when things don't go his way or the rest team is performing at a subpar level, he tends to lash out. He hasn't gotten to Antonio Brown levels of detrimental behavior, but he tends to be in the news for more than just his play, which is never endearing to fans.
- Nationality: United States of America
- Team: Miami Dolphins
- Position: Wide receiver
