Is Patrick Willis the best Middle Linebacker in the NFL right now?

Patrick Willis is one of the, if not the best linebackers in the NFL today. In terms of stats and age he has far exceeded expectations. This is all with a less than stellar defense where as ray "stab in da back" lewis had a hall of fame defense behind him and he still can't stay out of trouble. Ray lewis also snorts way to much kool aid dust before each game which is unfair to the offensive players.