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NFL Rookies Shine: 10 Standouts from the 2024 Season

In the 2024 NFL season, rookies have made significant impacts across various teams. The Kansas City Chiefs’ Xavier Worthy leads with 51 catches, 559 yards, and 5 touchdowns, showcasing his versatility with 94 rushing yards and 3 rushing touchdowns. Detroit’s Terrion Arnold has been pivotal with 52 tackles and nine passes defended, earning high praise for his composure under pressure. Philadelphia’s Quinyon Mitchell, despite no interceptions, has been crucial in the league’s No. 2 passing defense, allowing just one touchdown in 906 snaps. Buffalo’s Ray Davis has contributed with 369 rushing yards and three touchdowns, while Minnesota’s Will Reichard has been nearly perfect in field goals, making 19 of 22 attempts. Baltimore’s Roger Rosengarten has excelled with an 83.8% run block win rate, and Green Bay’s Edgerrin Cooper has won the NFC Defensive Player of the Week award twice. Washington’s Jayden Daniels, with 3,303 passing yards and 22 touchdowns, is a strong contender for Offensive Rookie of the Year. Houston’s Kamari Lassiter has been key in their pass defense, and Los Angeles Chargers’ Ladd McConkey has formed a dynamic duo with Justin Herbert, leading the team in receptions and yards.

Source: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/43128115/nfl-power-rankings-week-17-poll-2024-plus-best-rookie-year