It's often difficult for rookies to make an impact in the NFL, but some rookies can become difference-makers. These 25 rookies have been the best during the 2024 season.
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The favorite to win Offensive Rookie of the Year through Week 13, Daniels has been a revelation for the Commanders to help them rebound to contention. The former LSU star completed nearly 70% of his passes for 2,819 yards and 15 touchdowns, along with 590 rushing yards and six scores.
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Nix's extensive college experience has helped him transition to the NFL much more smoothly than expected. He's led the Broncos back to relevancy with an 8-5 record through Week 13, throwing 17 touchdowns to eight interceptions.
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Bowers was tremendous in the college ranks at Georgia, and hasn't slowed down in the NFL. He led the league with 84 receptions through Week 13, and is well on pace to surpass 1,000 yards rushing.
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Williams has seen some struggles in his first NFL season, but the first-overall pick has also shown flashes. He threw for over 2,600 yards and 14 touchdowns through 12 games.
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Verse has helped fill Aaron Donald's shoes for the Rams defense this season. He recorded 54 tackles and 4.5 sacks through Week 13.
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McConkey has quickly become Justin Herbert's favorite target in LA. The former Georgia star had 58 catches for 815 yards and four touchdowns through Week 13.
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The 22nd overall pick in the draft, Mitchell has helped Philly fix their secondary this season. He has allowed only 30 completions in his first 12 games, adding 10 passes defensed.
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Harrison has been a key part of Arizona's offense in his rookie season, particularly in the Red Zone. He has seven scores in his first 12 games, with 606 yards receiving.
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Thomas has been one of Jacksonville's few bright spots this season. The wideout has been an elite deep threat with 16.6 yards per catch, resulting in 765 yards and six touchdowns in his first 12 games.
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Like Jared Verse, Fiske has helped maintain the Rams pass rush. The second-round pick had six sacks through 12 games.
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Pittsburgh's offense has played better than expected this season, and strong play from Frazier has certainly helped. The 51st overall pick in the draft has played at a Pro Bowl level for the Steelers.
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Irving has taken over as the lead back in a strong Bucs offense this season. The fourth rounder had over 1,000 yards from scrimmage and six touchdowns in his first 12 games.
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Nabers has displayed his talent as the Giants No. 1 receiver in his rookie season, though injuries and poor quarterback play have limited him. He had 75 catches for 740 yards and three touchdowns over his first 10 games played.
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Like Quinyon Mitchell, DeJean has been a key part of Philly's secondary as a rookie. The second-round pick had 35 tackles and six passes defensed through 12 games.
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Maye came on in relief of Jacoby Brissett, and has shown strong flashes as a rookie. He's completed more than 67% of his passes for 1,696 yards and 11 touchdowns through nine games played.
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Tracy has jumped Devin Singletary on the Giants depth chart, showing playmaker ability as a rookie. He had 797 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns over his first 12 games.
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The speedy Worthy had a terrific Week 1 debut, but has been mostly inconsistent since then. He still had a strong 407 yards receiving and six total touchdowns through his first 12 games.
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Latu has helped beef up the Colts pass rush as a rookie. He recorded four sacks through Week 13.
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The 14th overall pick in the draft, Fuaga has been solid protecting Derek Carr's blindside. He's played nearly every snap and recorded only six penalties in his first 12 games.
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A dominant player at Notre Dame, Alt has been as advertised after going fifth overall in the draft. He's fit in nicely as the Chargers right tackle.
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Coleman hasn't seen consistent work but has been a great deep threat for Josh Allen with 19 yards per catch through nine games played. He also contributed three touchdowns.
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Latham's addition has gone a long way in helping rebuild Tennessee's offensive line. The seventh pick in the draft has played every snap through Week 13, protecting Will Levis' blindside.
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Sweat has done a great job plugging up the middle at nose tackle for the Titans. The second-round pick had 38 tackles and one sack through 12 games played.
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Cooper has only one start through Week 13, but he's still been a key part of Green Bay's defense. He had 52 tackles and 2.5 sacks in 10 games played.
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Phillips has had consistent work in the Giants secondary as a third-round pick. He had 55 tackles and two forced fumbles in his first 11 games played.