Ranking 5 NFL rookies who will make the biggest impact on playoff races: Two Texans among difference-makers

The NFL regular season has reached Week 14 and playoff races are heating up. Some teams have a firm grasp on a playoff position, but the wild-card spots remain contentious. The NFC has seven teams with five or six wins while the AFC has nine teams with six to eight wins. 

Here are five rookies who will make the biggest impact on securing those final playoff berths.

Witherspoon has allowed 40 receiving yards or more in three of his 11 appearances. He can play inside or outside in that defense. If the play is to the flat, he will flash in run support. The rookie wears many hats for that Seahawks defense. Of the 67 times he has been targeted this season, 13.4% have ended with a pass breakup, according to TruMedia. 

Seattle is one of seven NFC teams with five or six wins on the year. The Eagles are their only remaining opponent that ranks in the top 10 for passing yards.




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Author : Josh Edwards

Publish date : 2023-12-06 14:20:39

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