2016 NFL Rookies Who Will Become Household Names by Season’s End

May 5, 2016   ·   Ryan McCrystal   ·   Jump to comments

It's tough for rookies to make a significant impact in the NFL. Most are buried on the depth chart, and those who do play often struggle to keep up with the veterans around them.
But every year, a handful of players step into situations conducive to making a strong first impression and quickly become household names around the league.
A lot of factors go into becoming a household name—and they aren't strictly about talent.
The following criteria were considered to come up with this list of rookies:
Playing time: Each rookie on this list has an opportunity to win a starting job at some point during the 2016 season. Team success: Rookies contributing to winners are more likely generate headlines and attract national attention. Market: The major markets, regardless of success, give rookies a slightly more high-profile platform. Position relevance: Players who contribute in fantasy football are exponentially more recognizable to casual fans, so they're more likely...

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