Former NFL player and scout Bucky Brooks knows the ins and outs of this league, providing keen insight in his notebook. Today's special Halloween installment covers:

The making of a frightening defense.

But first, a look at five pass-rushing monsters ...

On Halloween weekend, it's the perfect time to discuss some of the NFL's scariest players.

Despite all of the savvy offensive scheming and clever utilization of RPOs (run-pass option plays) in today's game, the league still fears prolific pass rushers. With Brian Burns and Myles Garrett currently setting the pace at 10 sacks and 13 more players boasting at least five sacks, we're seeing a wave of quarterback hunters terrorizing opponents on a weekly basis, causing many sleepless nights for pass protectors and play-callers.

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