J.J. Watt sang the praises of Houston Texans defensive lineman D.J. Reader, calling him the best nose guard in the NFL. Watt is impressed with what the 2016 fifth-round pick has done thus far.

Dexter Lawrence has been an attack factor all season long in Wink Martindale's defense. Here's why nobody in the NFL plays nose tackle quite like him.

TEDARRELL SLATON | Florida | DT | #56 | Sr | 6042 | 340 | 5.32e | Fort Lauderdale, FL | American Heritage Overview: The NFL is filled with many nose tackles, but few will compare in size to Slaton ...

Asked why Franklin is the best at his position, Smith said firmly, "Because he is. Tape don't lie. When I say he's the best nose guard in the league, he's the best nose guard in the league." OK, then.