Is Jason Pierre-Paul your top defensive player of the year?

How would you rank the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year candidates?

Drew Brees all but sewed up offensive honors by breaking Dan Marino's season passing record, and Aaron Rodgers is a consensus MVP pick among most experts. But just try to pick a winner for best defensive player. Even harder, rank them.

DIRECTIONS: Start your rankings by clicking on each candidate's photo. You must rank at least FIVE players.

NFL Defensive POY Prospects