#breakout-players

#breakout-players

The 2025 NFL draft class has made a major impact this season. Three rookie quarterbacks ( Jaxson Dart, Tyler Shough and Cam Ward) are starting for their respective teams. Two tight ends ( Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren) are emerging as versatile options for teams that will likely be in the postseason. And the Atlanta Falcons' two first-round picks at edge rusher ( Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr.) have five sacks apiece. But how do the league's top rookies stack up against each other?

It's not enough to simply list off King's stat line, which is impressive. To fully appreciate what he brings to Georgia Tech requires watching him play and the utter physicality and relentless drive he brings to every snap. Coach Brent Key joked King doesn't really get going until there's a little blood on his jersey, and that's probably about the highest compliment you can give him. -- Hale

The Capitals may face regression following their breakout 2024-25 season, raising questions about sustained performance and adaptation to competitive pressures in the league.

Every year on nearly every team, someone you expect to be a non-factor is a major factor, or someone you expect to be good is great.