B/R NFL Scouting Department

The Grading Scale

Every player in the NFL 1000 carries a single grade on a 100-point scale, built from position-specific traits and weighted for what actually wins at that spot. Here is what the numbers mean.

What the Grades Mean100-Point Scale · 1,000 Players

97–100The Standard1player

94–96Franchise Cornerstones6players

90–93All-Pro Ability25players

85–89Pro Bowl Caliber45players

80–84High-Quality Starter70players

75–79Critical Roster Piece144players

70–74Reliable Contributor191players

65–69Functional Performer219players

60–64Replacement Level177players

Below 60Backup, Developmental122players

Graded by the B/R NFL Scouting Dept.

Damian ParsonQB · RB · FB · WR

Brandon ThornOffensive Line

Matt HolderEdge · DL · LB

Dan HarmsTE · CB · Safety

Brent SobleskiKickers · Punters

B/R NFL 1000 · Bleacher Report NFL Scouting Department