26 NFL Stars Who Loved Their Own Highlights a Little Too Much

There’s something undeniably entertaining about an NFL player who knows just how good they are. Some guys can’t help but soak in their greatness, replaying their highlights like they’re the main attraction at a sports bar on Super Bowl Sunday. 

These players had the skills to back it up, but you can bet they’ve got their reels bookmarked for a quick confidence boost. Here’s a rundown of NFL stars who loved their highlights a little too much.

26. Odell Beckham Jr.

Odell Beckham Jr.
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Odell’s one-handed catch against the Cowboys might be the most replayed highlight in NFL history, and you better believe he’s seen it a few thousand times himself. The guy practically made a career off one catch, and he’s still riding that wave.

25. Chad Johnson

Chad Johnson
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Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson didn’t just watch his highlights — he choreographed them. From elaborate touchdown dances to personalized Hall of Fame jackets, this guy made his mixtape before mixtapes were even a thing.

24. Terrell Owens

Terrell Owens
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T.O. never met a camera he didn’t love; you can bet his highlight reel is on his most-watched list. Owens knew how to make a moment, whether it was a Sharpie in his sock or standing on the Cowboys star.

23. Cam Newton

Cam Newton
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You’re living in your highlight reel when you’re handing out footballs to kids after every score and dabbing on your way to the end zone. Cam’s MVP season alone is probably on repeat in his house.

22. Jalen Ramsey

Jalen Ramsey
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Ramsey talks as much trash as he makes plays, and you know he’s replaying those lockdown moments to hype himself up. He’s the human version of a cornerback mixtape.

21. Baker Mayfield

Baker Mayfield
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Baker’s had a rollercoaster career, but when things are good, you know he’s loving every minute of it. That iconic flag plant at Ohio State still probably lives rent-free in his mind.

20. Antonio Brown

Antonio Brown
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AB’s on-field antics are as memorable as his highlights, and he’s the kind of guy to watch his clips on repeat. The dude once posted his hype video after being cut.

19. Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes
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Mahomes can make a highlight out of the most broken play, and you know he loves every no-look pass and off-balance dime he’s ever thrown. He’s a human highlight factory.

18. Marshawn Lynch

Marshawn Lynch
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Beast Mode runs are the stuff of legend, and you know Marshawn has probably watched that insane Seahawks run against the Saints a few hundred times. He’s all about that action, boss.

17. Aaron Rodgers

Aaron Rodgers
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Rodgers has a highlight reel full of Hail Marys and clutch throws, and you know he’s got those saved somewhere special. He’s never shy about reminding people just how good he is.

16. Tyreek Hill

Tyreek Hill
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Cheetah speed makes for some incredible highlights, and Hill is the type to flex his breakaway touchdowns. The peace sign alone is probably a screensaver.

15. Josh Norman

Josh Norman
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Norman’s trash talk game was as sharp as his coverage, and you know he still replays those shutdown highlights. Just don’t ask him about that stiff-arm from Derrick Henry.

14. Johnny Manziel

Johnny Manziel
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Johnny Football’s college highlights were pure chaos, and you know he’s replayed them more times than any NFL film. Sometimes the glory days just hit different.

13. Richard Sherman

Richard Sherman
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Sherman’s “don’t try me with a sorry receiver” rant is just as iconic as his on-field highlights. He’s the guy who can recite his stats like a greatest hits album.

12. Brett Favre

Brett Favre
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Favre’s gunslinger style made for some wild highlights, and you know he’s the type to crack a cold one and relive those crazy throws. The man loved playing ball, and it showed.

11. Michael Irvin

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Irvin didn’t just catch passes — he made moments. You know he’s got his career’s greatest hits ready for a motivational binge.

10. JuJu Smith-Schuster

JuJu Smith-Schuster
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JuJu’s as much a social media star as a receiver, and you know he’s watched his highlights with his TikTok followers more than once. The guy practically lives-streams his career.

9. Bo Jackson

Bo Jackson
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Bo knew everything, including how to make jaw-dropping plays. His two-sport highlights are the stuff of legend, and you know he’s got those tapes handy.

8. Dez Bryant

Dez Bryant
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Dez made the list twice because he’s still arguing that he caught it. If Twitter debates count as highlights, he’s a first-ballot Hall of Famer.

7. Jimmy Graham

Jimmy Graham
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Graham’s red zone work with the Saints was legendary, and you know he’s got those jump-ball touchdowns bookmarked. He practically lived in the highlight zone.

6. Randy Moss

Randy Moss holds a football, a commemorative jersey
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Moss again? Yeah, because he made getting mossed a thing. He’s the only guy who can double up on a list like this.

5. Ezekiel Elliott

Ezekiel Elliott
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Feed Zeke isn’t just a phrase — it’s a lifestyle. You know he’s got those feed-me highlights queued up for motivation.

4. Rob Gronkowski

Rob Gronkowski
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Gronk makes another appearance because he’s just that much fun to watch. If anyone loves their highlights, it’s the big guy.

3. Deion Sanders

Deion Sanders
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Prime Time twice? Of course. When you’re the GOAT, you get double the love.

2. Tom Brady

Tom Brady
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Brady has a highlight reel that spans decades, and you know he’s replayed every ring-winning throw. He’s the ultimate self-motivator.

1. Peyton Manning

Peyton Manning
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Peyton might seem humble, but you know he’s watched his highlights with a bowl of popcorn. The guy’s a film junkie, after all.

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