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London Fletcher doesn't have the interception or sack totals that jump off of a page at you, but he has been one of the most productive defensive players in the league since the turn of the century.

Before the start of last season, London Fletcher had the most tackles in the NFL since 2000, besting Ray Lewis by 195. After the 2011 season, Fletcher extended that lead to 266.

Lewis, the same age as Fletcher even though he broke into the league two years earlier, has only played in a full 16 game season eight times in his career. Fletcher has played a full season 12 out of 14 seasons in the league.

Let's take a closer look at their career stats side-by-side from NFL.com:

Combined Tackles Solo Tackles Assits Sack INT FF London Fletcher 1,546 1,056 490 34 18 17 Ray Lewis 1,279 928 351 40.5 31 16

While tackles weren't officially a recorded stat until 2001, it's clear that throughout his career, London Fletcher has been a tackling machine. What is also clear is that he never played on a defensive powerhouse like Ray Lewis has.

The Baltimore Ravens have been an elite defense for over a decade now. While they've had some years less productive than others, every team goes up against the Ravens game planning against their great defense.

Early in his career, Fletcher and his Rams' defensive squad played second fiddle to the greatest show on turf. From 2002-2006, Fletcher suffered an ailment that will soon undermine Mario Williams and that is having to play for the Buffalo Bills.

Fletcher would have to wait until his time in DC to be officially recognized for his playing abilities by selection to the Pro Bowl.

'What ifs' will never get any player into the Hall of Fame, but just imagine how productive Fletcher could have been if he had the same supporting cast Ray Lewis has enjoyed over his storied career.