Brian Baldinger Profile

Sauce Gardner burst onto the scene last season, earning first-team All-Pro honors as a rookie, but he wasn't the only intriguing cornerback from the 2022 NFL Draft class. Brian Baldinger spotlights 10 CBs poised to break out in Year 2.

"The Top 100 Players of 2023" is underway on NFL+, and two cornerbacks are among the players ranked between Nos. 60-41. With that in mind, Brian Baldinger provides his ranking of the top 10 CBs entering the 2023.

Former 11-year NFL offensive lineman Brian Baldinger uses his expertise to select eight second-year players -- four O-linemen and four D-linemen -- who are poised to break out in 2022. 

The 2017 NFL Draft class is absolutely loaded with talent, but only one player can be crowned the best of the bunch. Who holds that coveted spot in Brian Baldinger's list of the top 10 players of the 2017 class heading into 2021?

Brian Baldinger knows a thing or two about playing in the trenches. He uses his expertise to select eight second-year players -- four O-linemen and four D-linemen -- who are poised to have a breakout campaign in 2021.

Who were the five best players Brian Baldinger played with in his NFL career? In a list full of Hall of Famers, who earns Baldy's top honor?

What is the main issue surrounding the Dallas Cowboys' offense? Brian Baldinger says it's not as complicated as it seems. Plus, he explains what two other teams can do to get better in Week 17.

The Pittsburgh Steelers ran the ball a mere 14 times in last week's loss to Buffalo. Brian Baldinger dives into how the team can improve its offensive game plan, and what two other teams can do to get better in Week 16.

The Patriots' passing woes were on display for the entire world to see last week. Brian Baldinger explains how Tom Brady and his receivers can improve, and what two other teams can do to get better in Week 14.

How can the Houston Texans' defense find success against Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? Brian Baldinger explains how Romeo Crennel's unit can find success and what two other teams can do to improve in Week 11.

Odell Beckham Jr. has been a non-factor for the Browns' offense. Brian Baldinger explains how Cleveland should utilize its star receiver and what two other teams can do to improve in Week 10.

What will help Kyle Allen's Panthers hand San Francisco its first loss? Brian Baldinger presents an important asset for the Panthers' offense assesses what two other teams can do to improve in Week 8.

How can the Dallas Cowboys end their three-game skid? Brian Baldinger presents a solution for the Dallas D and assesses what two other teams can do to improve in Week 7.

How can the Panthers keep rolling with an inexperienced player at quarterback? Brian Baldinger knows the answer and assesses what two other teams can do to improve in Week 6.

Kirk Cousins has only attempted 10 deep throws this season. Brian Baldinger says the criticized QB must get the ball to his talented receiving duo even if the Vikings are a run-first offense. Plus, he shares how two other teams can improve going forward.

How can Jameis Winston improve his accuracy and the Bucs' fortunes? Brian Baldinger has a theory ahead of their Week 4 matchup. Plus, he shares how two other teams can improve going forward.

How can the Steelers' receiving corps help Mason Rudolph? What will take Kliff Kingsbury's Air Raid offense to the next level? Brian Baldinger has the answers! Plus, he shares how two other teams can improve in Week 3.

How can Freddie Kitchens' Browns rebound from last week's poor performance? What should the Rams do with their run game vs. the Saints? Brian Baldinger has the answers! Plus, he shares how two other teams can overcome their deficiencies.

Kirk Cousins had an underwhelming first season with the Vikings. How can the passer play up to his potential in 2019? Brian Baldinger knows the solution! Plus, he shares how two other teams can overcome their deficiencies.

Undrafted in 1982, Brian Baldinger didn't know if his NFL dream would ever happen. That is, until Gil Brandt gave him an opportunity with the Dallas Cowboys. Baldinger chronicles his humble NFL beginnings and the impact Brandt had on his career.