NFL's 12 Most Overconfident Players

In just about every professional sport, there's always a handful of players who are just far too overconfident.

Some would say that they're cocky, have swagger or are essentially prima donnas. Either way, they're flat out overconfident. 

Some players who come to mind are Stevie Johnson, James Harrison and Bart Scott. They're all overconfident in their own way. 

In that spirit, allow me to introduce 12 of the NFL's most overconfident players. 

Ray Lewis

In Ray Lewis' case, it's not actually a bad thing to be as overconfident as he is. In fact, I think it plays to his advantage.

Lewis is always willing to say whatever is on his mind, and he certainly has the guts to back it up. 

Like him or hate him, you still have to respect Ray Lewis. 

Chris Johnson

I really hope that Chris Johnson is enjoying his whopping six-year, $55.26 million contract that he held out for all of the preseason, as he's been an absolute major disappointment this season for the Tennessee Titans. 

You have to be very confident to have the guts to sit out an entire preseason just to get a giant paycheck. 

On top of that, CJ2K has already compared himself to President Barack Obama as well as proclaiming that he's unstoppable in "real life" despite his 99 rating in Madden 11. 

Michael Crabtree

How overconfident is Michael Crabtree? Well, he decided to sit out most of his rookie season holding out until October 7, 2009.

In fact, there were some reports close to the situation that the 10th overall pick was willing to sit out the entire season.

Crabtree finally got a six-year deal worth about $32 million with $17 million guaranteed. 

You have to be pretty confident of your abilities to sit out the majority of your rookie season. 

Bart Scott

I guess I could just point out his post-game interview following the New York Jets upset over the New England Patriots from a year ago. 

Was Bart Scott overconfident? You bet. However, he had the stuff to back it up as his team just beat Tom Brady and the Patriots.

But, I will say that Scott did act like his team just won the Super Bowl, as they were knocked out two weeks later in the AFC Championship game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. 

Stevie Johnson

Stevie Johnson is just another cocky wide receiver. He walks around with this swagger even though he isn't that great.

Johnson doesn't produce elite numbers, even though he acts like he does, and he's also had the case of the "dropsies" when his team has needed him the most.

A perfect example of his overconfident behavior was against the New York Jets this season, where he mocked Plaxico Burress during his touchdown celebration. 

Antonio Cromartie

Antonio Cromartie may be overconfident, but he's without a doubt a classless individual. 

A classy person does not go to the media and call his rival's quarterback an "a**h***." You don't do that. However, Cromartie had no fear and made his feelings known about Tom Brady. 

Newsflash, Antonio: You're not that good; Darrelle Revis is the key to New York's defensive success, not you. The Jets can win without you. 

Cortland Finnegan

Personally, I think that Cortland Finnegan is a complete punk. The way that he portrays himself and the way that he walks around with this swagger—he's not that great of a cornerback.

Finnegan always tries to get under opposing wide receivers' skins, as it's apart of his game. To me, Finnegan thinks that he's a top cornerback, even though he's far from it. 

James Harrison

I truly believe that James Harrison is nothing short of a meat-head. In fact, he may be the dumbest player in the NFL today.

Harrison has been fined time and time again for dirty hits and helmet-to-helmet contact. Will he ever learn? 

Not to mention, Harrison had plenty to say this past offseason as he insulted his quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and ultimately dished NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in just every way that he possibly could. 

DeSean Jackson

DeSean Jackson is one of the most egocentric human beings in the NFL today. There's no question about it.

Have you seen any of Jackson's touchdown dances? He thinks that he's the greatest thing since sliced bread. 

I will never forget the play back during his rookie season when Jackson caught a deep bomb but dropped the ball right before the end zone as he already began to celebrate. 

Matt Hasselbeck

Who can forget Matt Hasselbecks' infamous quote back in the 2003 playoffs: "We want the ball and we're gonna score." 

How'd that work out for you, Matt? Well, he threw a pick six to Al Harris, as his Seattle Seahawks were knocked out of the postseason. 

Eli Manning

So you think that you're an elite quarterback, Eli? Well newsflash, you're not that good, my friend. 

Eli Manning's career 81.9 quarterback fails to impress me and so does his lone Super Bowl ring—as his defense is the won that lead the New York Giants to a title that season, not Eli. 

Not to mention, we cannot forget Manning's prima donna behavior when he was drafted by the San Diego Chargers but refused to play for them. 

Chris Cooley

Who can forget Chris Cooley's comments earlier this season when he stated that he enjoys watching Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo choking. 

Really Chris, you actually want to dis Tony Romo? What have you done? You've only had a few couple years in the NFL, but other than that, you're a complete fraud.

On a side note, I will say that I laughed when I heard Cooley's comments, as I do believe that Romo is a major choke artist.