Football is a young man’s game, they say. And this year’s NFL playoffs are backing that up. Not only does the postseason still include the league’s youngest team in the Green Bay Packers, but it’s also got a rookie quarterback vying to upset the AFC’s No. 1 seed in C.J. Stroud.
In celebration of the fresh faces on the scene, here’s a ranking of the most important rookies still in the hunt for a Lombardi:
The third-round pick was solid this year, finishing 21 of 25 on field-goal tries (84%), but he notably missed two kicks in Week 18, meaning he’ll be looking to rebound in the postseason. If the 49ers find themselves in a tight one, his role could be vital.
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Author : Cody Benjamin
Publish date : 2024-01-18 21:25:40
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