Michael Turner, RB, Falcons
After four seasons as LaDainian Tomlinson's backup, Turner is making a bid for the Pro Bowl in his first season as a starter. He topped the 1,000-yard plateau in Week 12 and has scored 13 TDs.
Cortland Finnegan, CB, Titans
In his third year and second as a starter, Finnegan shares the NFL lead in interceptions. He also is second in passes defensed and is a big reason why the Titans rank among the leaders in passing defense.