A few defensive rookies have made a name for themselves in the league this season.
This year's defensive rookie class has been a fun one, driven by the players at the top. However, some injuries and tough starts have kept a few of them from competing for awards.
Defensive Rookies Shine Despite Injuries
I'm still trying to wrap my head around how much parity there is in this season - it's like every team has its strengths and weaknesses, making it really hard to pick favorites, especially when you're handing out midseason awards. I mean, six players have a legitimate argument for MVP alone!
One of the most interesting things to me is how well some of these defensive rookies are performing - Jacob Rodriguez has been a standout at linebacker for the Dolphins, and Brandon Cisse has been making an impact as a blitzer for the Packers. But it's not all smooth sailing - Mansoor Delane's shoulder injury has kept him out of commission, and Gracen Halton suffered a season-ending broken ankle.
It'll be interesting to see how these rookies continue to develop and compete for awards in the second half of the season. And who knows, maybe we'll even see some new contenders emerge - after all, there are several talented players still waiting in the wings!
Source: Google News
