NFL Rookie Rankings: DBs, Houston Texans Excel In Week One

Sep 11, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (24) in action during the game against the Indianapolis Colts at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (24) in action during the game against the Indianapolis Colts at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /
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NFL Rookie Rankings, Cade York. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
NFL Rookie Rankings, Cade York. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /

21. Jordan Davis, Eagles

Jordan Davis made the most of his week one snaps, freeing up linebackers to make plays in the run game and eating up double teams. He’s tough to move off his spot, and proved a difficult task for even Frank Ragnow for a couple reps.

22. Evan Neal, Giants

Evan Neal played a strong game in pass pro for the Giants, showing off his nimble footwork and improved balance. As he traverses through a tough schedule of rushers, it’ll be interesting to note his progress.

23. Cade York, Browns

Yes, we’re putting a kicker on here! Anytime you hit a game winner with some Rory McIlory-esque draw on the ball, it’s worth a spot. Cade York fits right in with a division that’s known for excellent kickers.

24. Braxton Jones, Bears

A day three pick from Southern Utah, Braxton Jones impressed with his quick feet and play strength in one of the tougher draws in an opener of which you can ask. Throwing him in the fire is a good call for a team that’s rebuilding.

25. Ed Ingram, Vikings

It was a tale of two phases for Ed Ingram, but his performance as a people-mover in the run game earns him the final spot on the rankings.

NFL Rookie Rankings: Honorable Mentions

A few quick honorable mentions here. Quay Walker looked good in both phases for the Packers, and he really does look like a clone of De’Vondre Campbell. Tyler Linderbaum started to figure things out handling the bull rush late against the Jets. Martin Emerson did a good job limiting yardage after the catch, and joins what should be a phenomenal secondary