Through Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season, a midseason All-Rookie team has been assembled reflecting the top-performing first-year players. The offense is led by undrafted quarterback Jalon Daniels of the Buccaneers, who has started multiple games and thrown for 501 yards with three touchdowns and five interceptions. Running back Jeremiyah Love of the Cardinals leads rookies with 76 carries despite an ankle injury that placed him on injured reserve. Wide receivers K.C. Concepcion (Browns) and Carnell Tate (Titans) pace the rookie class in receptions and yards, while Denzel Boston (Browns) has shown big-play ability. Tight end Kenyon Sadiq (Jets) leads rookie tight ends with 17 catches for 186 yards. The offensive line features rookies Spencer Fano (Browns, left tackle), Kadyn Proctor (Dolphins, left guard), Jake Slaughter (Chargers, center), Vega Ioane (Ravens, right guard), and Blake Miller (Lions, right tackle).
Defensive Standouts
On defense, defensive tackles Gracen Halton (49ers) and Skyler Gill-Howard (Lions) have generated interior pressure. Edge rushers David Bailey (Jets) leads all rookies with 5.5 sacks and 26 pressures, while Gabe Jacas (Patriots) has 23 pressures and three sacks. Linebackers Arvell Reese (Giants), Sonny Styles (Commanders), and Kendal Daniels (Falcons) have each contributed tackles, sacks, and turnovers. Cornerbacks Mansoor Delane (Chiefs) and Malik Muhammad (Bears) have shown promise in coverage. Safeties Emmanuel McNeil-Warren (Browns) and Zakee Wheatley (Panthers) have provided range and playmaking in the secondary.
