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How did the notable rookies selected in the first round and beyond of the 2026 NFL Draft fare in their preseason debuts over the weekend?
First on the marquee, three quarterbacks came off the bench to shine in their first pro action in August, including the two drafted the earliest in April. Wide receiver was a different story, with the biggest noise made by pass-catchers picked No. 30 or later and two of the top picks, the Saints' Jordyn Tyson and the Eagles' Makai Lemon, injured and not playing.
Some rookie defensive stars crushing it in training camp had strong, steady performances without the spectacular. The early Ohio State stars, no surprise, showed some flashes.
Here's a breakdown of 12 of the many rookies who were under the spotlight to open the preseason.
#first #stars #jeremiyah
How did the notable rookies selected in the first round and beyond of the 2026 NFL Draft fare in their preseason debuts over the weekend?
First on the marquee, three quarterbacks came off the bench to shine in their first pro action in August, including the two drafted the earliest in April. Wide receiver was a different story, with the biggest noise made by pass-catchers picked No. 30 or later and two of the top picks, the Saints' Jordyn Tyson and the Eagles' Makai Lemon, injured and not playing.
Some rookie defensive stars crushing it in training camp had strong, steady performances without the spectacular. The early Ohio State stars, no surprise, showed some flashes.
Here's a breakdown of 12 of the many rookies who were under the spotlight to open the preseason.
#first #stars #jeremiyah
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