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How are those Rookies Doing? Mid-Season Edition


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How's the class of 2017 looking so far midway through the season? Anybody standing out? Here's the Chiefs class so far.

1)Mahomes is behind Alex for the foreseeable future, but is getting people excited behind the scenes.

Grade: Hope

2)Tanoh Kpassgnon finally got some snaps, at EDGE rusher against the Broncos. 

Grade: N/A

3)Kareem Hunt has been a MVP candidate, was averaging 100 yards from scrimmage a game untill the Broncos defense.

Grade:A+

4)Jehu Chesson is a special teamer 

Grade: C-

5)Ukeme Eligwe haven't seen him

Grade: D

6)Leon McQuay is on the practice squad.

 

 

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Deatrich Wise Jr. has got a lot of playing time and has been a solid player. Nothing special and struggles against the run, but you can do worse for a rookie pass rusher. No other rookie has seen the field. 

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Dalvin Cook was an OROY candidate early on but tore his ACL.

Pat Elflein has started every game at center and is bottom 5 per PFF. He doesn't seem that bad.

Jaleel Johnson looked good in the preseason but hasn't been active much. Currently the 4th DT and likely won't see the field this year barring injury.

Ben Gedeon replaced Chad Greenway at OLB, plays sparingly in base. Good ST player too.

Rodney Adams was just release and is on the PS. MN had 7 WRs and made room for Mack Brown, who was just signed at RB.

Danny Isidora - Has one start under his belt at LG with injuries to Nick Easton and Jeremiah Sirles. Isidora looks promising. Could be a starter next year.

Stacey Coley outperformed Adams in the preseason and is currently the 6th WR and reserve kick returner. He's played sparingly due to injuries at WR.

Ifeadi Odenigbo - On the practice squad.

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Marshon Lattimore- Best rookie I've seen in a long time. As of right now he's the top ranked CB in the NFL, and top 5 overall according to PFF. When targeted by opposing QB's they have a QB Rating of 28.8 against him (36.9 QB Rating is essentially throwing the ball in the dirt every pass).

Grade A+ (Couldn't believe he dropped to us on draft day)

Ryan Ramcyzk- He's been a starter since week 1 and has been moved around the OL a bit so far this season due to several guys getting hurt, but all things considering has played well at both LT and RT. He looks like he will be a good OL for years to come for us, and looks like he has the potential to be top 5 at his position

Grade A-

Marcus Williams- He's started all 7 games this season for the Saints. I think he's played a role in the Saints secondary being much improved this season. His stats aren't earth shattering, but he has played that deep safety role pretty well this season.

Grade B-

Alvin Kamara- He started a bit slow due to a crowded backfield, but in the past few weeks he's really stepped up. Even despite the slow start he's on pace for about 1,400 yards rushing/receiving and 8 touchdowns. He's also averaging 5.8 ypc. The Ingram/Kamara combo seems to be a perfect match between their skillsets, and could be a fun one to watch the next few seasons.

Grade A-

Alex Anzalone- Was the opening day starter at OLB for the Saints, and looked like he had the potential to be a solid player as a rookie for us, but just as his scouting report indicated, he's struggled with injuries for years and is now out for the season with another injury.

Grade Incomplete (Hopefully he can bounce back next year and stay healthy)

Trey Hendrickson- He's been getting some playing time as a situational pass rusher. So far despite the limited snaps, he's been making plays. He has 2 sacks, 1 forced fumble, and 2 pass deflections, so he's making the most of his time on the field. If he can break into the starting lineup and keep this production, I'd bump the grade up higher, but for now he's been a very solid spot player.

Grade C+

Al-Quadin Muhammad- He hasn't had much of a chance to see the field during the regular season, but did create tons of buzz in the preseason registering 4 sacks and a forced fumble in 4 games. He was dismissed from Miami due to a rule violation, so he's a bit raw, but if training camp/preseason are any indication of his potential..I'd imagine he will start seeing the field at some point either this season or next season.

Grade C-

 

This Saints draft has the potential to go down as one of the best if not the best in franchise history. From top to bottom all of the players appear to have the ability to make plays on the field (Anzalone/Muhammad would be the biggest questions marks due to injury and being stuck behind others on the depth chart.)

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John Ross- Been trying to get healthy, was not a part of the game plan last week even though he was healthy, and Marvin Lewis "doesn't think as highly of him as the rest of us do", even though he was a top 10 pick...

Joe Mixon- Has flashed and been productive, could be a star behind another offensive line, but this o-line has just killed any production from the offense

Jordan Willis- Has been very productive, seems to be a future starter

Carl Lawson- Has been arguably our best pick so far. Hes electric off the edge. In the running for DROY. Future star

Josh Malone- Caught his first TD last week. Probably nothing more than a WR3, WR4

Ryan Glasgow- Been decent in our dline rotation

Jake Elliot- Making game winning 60 yard kicks in Philly

Jordan Evans- Flashed in preseason, hasn't seen much playing time

                   
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John Ross:  Injured primarily until last week.  Marvin Lewis hates rookies so naturally when he finally did play he was not part of the game plan.
Grade: I hate Marvin Lewis

Joe Mixon: Has played well, but our OLine is the worst in the league at run blocking so it's really tough to judge.
Grade: B

Jordan Willis: Been a solid player when given a chance.  Also has had a punt block on ST.
Grade: B

Carl Lawson: Our best rookie so far.  Leads all rookies in pressures and is among the league leaders in pressures.
Grade: A+

Josh Malone: Finally got some playing time recently.  Couple of catches and a TD.
Grade: C

Ryan Glasgow: Has exceeded expectations.  Playing the most snaps for us at DT after Geno Atkins.  Before the season, everyone thought Andrew Billings would be the #2 DT, but Glasgow has just flat out been better than him on the field.

Grade: B-

Jake Elliott: Has had a memorable rookie season...for the Eagles
Grade: I hate Marvin Lewis

J.J. Dielman: Cut
Grade: F

Jordan Evans: After Carl Lawson, Evans has been my favorite rookie.  He was fantastic in preseason but since Marvin hates rookies he hasn't played much except on ST during the regular season.
Grade: I hate Marvin Lewis

Brandon Wilson: Cut, and I believe on the practice squad now.
Grade: D

Mason Schreck: Cut, and I believe on some other team now. idk...
Grade: F

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TE OJ Howard We've been slowly working him into the passing game. And he hasn't disappointed yet. He's been a great run blocker since day one. I'd say he's been as advertised. He had his breakout game against Buffalo. Grade: B+

S Justin Evans He only played special teams at the beginning of the season. Coaches said he wasn't ready. Now he's starting and playing every snap on defense. He's had his ups and downs. He's late to the ball sometimes. He's had a few big pass breakups. And he picked off Tom Brady; almost twice. Grade: C+

WR Chris Godwin He's been playing a lot of special teams with Robinson injured. And he's been doing pretty well as a gunner. He doesn't play much at WR yet because he's like our sixth receiving option. He really hasn't been given much of a chance to show anything on offense. But he's done well in the few opportunities he's had. And that might change this week with Hump being a little banged up. Grade: Incomplete

LB Kendell Beckwith He came back from a torn ACL and was practicing in like nine months. Which is insane. He flashed and struggled in camp and preseason. Then he turned it on once the regular season started. He's been a starter since day one and actually called plays when Kwon was hurt. He's been great against the run and in coverage. Grade: A-

RB Jeremy McNichols He was supposed to help bolster our running game and add a more balanced guy into the fold. He struggled learning the playbook and didn't take very well to coaching. He didn't make the final 53 and didn't accept our offer to join the practice squad. He was on the 9ers' practice squad last I knew. Grade: F

DT Stevie Tu'ikolovatu He showed why we took a flier on him in camp; he's a very difficult man to move. Unfortunately, he got hurt early on and has been on IR ever since. Grade: N/A

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For the Packers...

CB Kevin King - Pretty much what you anticipate from a rookie corner.  Some ups, some downs, and a lot in-between.  Obviously, he's not Marshon Lattimore but the early returns are promising.  Been the de facto starter since Week 2, and he should stay there.  The only time he hasn't gotten 80%+ of the defensive snaps is because of injuries.  He's the starter opposite of Davon House (when healthy).
Grade: B

S Josh Jones - Started with a bang, and sort of kinda hit a rookie wall but still playing well.  Made some plays early on, and has been playing kind of a ROVER role for the Packers so far.
Grade: B

Montravius Adams - Started the year out with an injury, and only played in 4 defensive snaps.
Grade: INC

Vince Biegel - Started the year out on the PUP, and still hasn't been activated yet.
Grade: INC

Jamaal Williams - After Ty Montgomery got hurt, most thought that Jamaal Williams would be the starting RB.  But he struggled and now Aaron Jones is the pick.
Grade: D+

DeAngelo Yancey - Got cut after the prseason, in large part because of the sheer depth the Packers had at WR.  They kept him on the PS though.
Grade: D-

Aaron Jones - Mentioned it earlier, but he's our starting RB at this point in time.  IF not for Kareem Hunt, we'd be talking about him as a potential OROY candidate.
Grade: A+

Kofi Amichia - Most knew he was pretty raw coming out of USF, and that was the case.  Currently stashed on our PS.
Grade: D-

Devante Mays - Made the initial 53 but has played sparingly on the PS.
Grade: INC

Malachi Dupre - Probably more talented than Yancey, but he fell in the draft and like Yancey was released during roster cuts.  I believe he's currently on the Bills' PS.
Grade: D-

Overall, the Packers later picks didn't do much sans Aaron Jones.  They took two WRs who were likely fighting for the same spot in a best case scenario, and the Packers opted to carry 5 WRs as opposed to 6.  Kofi Amichia was a developmental pick in what was an otherwise weak OL class in terms of TT OL.  Early returns on Josh Jones and Kevin King are promising.  Overall, I'd give it a solid B+.

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Corey Davis-Been battling a hamstring injury all year. Came back from it too soon and has been sidelined since week 2. Cleared to play this week, so hopefully he's unleashed for the 2nd half of the season. Had a nice debut when he did play.

Adoree Jackson-Had some good and some bad early on defensively. It's been far more good than bad recently, as it seems he's beginning to settle in and get comfortable. Already a pretty dynamic return man. Can't wait to see his play for the 2nd half of the season

Taywan Taylor-When he's not being used in dumb gadget plays, he's been very nice. He's probably our biggest home run threat offensively, so I think we should try more deep shots for him. His production has increased the past 2 games, compared to the previous 5 games, so keep an eye out on him in the 2nd half.

Jonnu Smith-Not going to have big numbers this year, but he's shown signs that he'll be the TE of the future. Looks eerie similar to Delanie Walker. Pretty solid blocker also, for a rookie. 

Jayon Brown-Has been impressive since training camp and hasn't let up. Has honestly taken snaps away from Avery Williamson, he's been that good. Nice to have a athletic LB for a change. Like most of our draft picks this year, feels like his best days are ahead of him.

Corey Levin-Backup guard. Don't think he's had any PT this year.

Brad Seaton-Practice squad

Khalfani Muhammad-Practice squad

This draft class has shown flashes and promise thus far. As I mentioned before, their best days are ahead of them and a few of them looked like their primed to have a bit of a breakthrough in the 2nd half of the season.

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Gerald Everett - Had a really strong first two games, especially the Washington game, nearly going for 100 yards. He's cooled off a little bit recently. He did score on a shovel pass against Jacksonville. I think he'll continue to get better and more involved as the season goes along.

Cooper Kupp - He's easily been our most impactful rookie. He's built up a nice rapport with Goff. If only he had caught that TD at the end of the Seahawks game.

John Johnson - Has become a starter all of a sudden after the team's benching and subsequent release of Maurice Alexander. Has played well. Had an interception in the Seahawks and nearly returned it for a TD.

Josh Reynolds - Balled out in the preseason. Kind of buried on the depth chart and hasn't seen many snaps. He did catch a fake punt from Hekker against Washington and had a nice block on Gurley's long TD against Dallas.

Samson Ebukam - In the rotation and plays special teams

Tanzel Smart - Also in the rotation

Sam Rogers - Practice squad

Ejuan Price - Don't think he's been active for a game yet
 

 

 

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On the Jets, Jamal Adams and Marcus Maye have been two of the better players on the entire team this year not even just the defense. Elijah McGuire had one great run against the Jaguars and then nothing else in him limited opportunities. Everyone else is pretty much buried on the depth chart with little to no chances.

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