.NFL Country, ESPNOct 22, 2024, 07:00 AM ETWelcome to Full week 8 of the 2024 NFL season.The Kansas Metropolitan area Chiefs are the solitary unbeaten team, as the Minnesota Vikings preserved their initial loss of the time to the Detroit Lions in Full Week 7. The New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers and also Cleveland Browns all was up to 1-6 with reductions. At the same time, the Washington Commanders as well as Philly Eagles won big.We've upgraded the positions as well as asked NFL Nation press reporters to select one young riser for every single crew. Our experts described a "young riser" as a player under 25 years old that hasn't currently created themself as a top gamer but is actually creating surges this time. These 32 players get on the surge by means of 7 full weeks this season.Let's start with the Chiefs.Our power board of much more than 80 writers, publishers and TV characters assesses just how NFL staffs stack up against one another, placing all of them from 1 to 32. Previous rankings: Preseason|Full week 2|Week 3|Full week 4|Week 5|Full week 6|Week 7Jump to a staff: ARI|ATL|BAL|BUF|VEHICLE|CHI|CINCLE|DAL|LAIR|DET|GB|HOU|INDJAX|KC|LAC|LAR|LV|MIA|MINNE|NO|NYG|NYJ|PHI|PIT|SFSEA|TUBERCULOSIS|10|WSHWeek 7 outcome: Beat the 49ers 28-18Week 7 rank: 1Young riser: DB Chamarri ConnerConner, 24, has actually helped make an amount of plays as a slot corner, safety and security and also linebacker. In the fourth quarter of what would be actually a one-point gain the Bengals, Conner recuperated a fumble as well as returned it for a touchdown to provide the Chiefs a top. He later fired quarterback Joe Burrow on third down to finish Cincinnati's ultimate property, offering the reception back to Kansas City for its own succeeding field goal drive.-- Adam TeicherWeek 7 result: Beat the Vikings 31-29Week 7 rank: 3Young riser: S Brian BranchBranch was a proven playmaker as a rookie in 2023, with 3 interceptions as mainly a nickel cornerback. However in Year 2, Detroit's training staff made a decision to shift the 23-year-old to safety and security to permit him a lot more independence to stroll within their body. Branch is actually a very early breakout celebrity for the self defense along with four interceptions and also 11 passes guarded in five looks this period. After the Lions' triumph Sunday, Branch pointed out defensive planner Aaron Glenn was placing him in "postures to make plays."-- Eric WoodyardWeek 7 result: Beat the Titans 34-10Week 7 ranking: 6Young riser: CB Religious BenfordSince training school, Benford has actually presented why he may be a steady and also tough lasting starter. He has quit 3.7 gardens per target as the closest guardian this season, linked for the 3rd fewest through a gamer along with twenty or even more targets, per NFL Next Gen Stats. Among cornerbacks along with 200 or even even more protection breaks, Benford, 24, has actually surrendered the second-lowest completion amount as the closest defender (51.6%)." [Benford] knows what it takes, he works hard every day ... like incredibly tough," fellow starting outside section Rasul Douglas stated this time. "He examines. He is actually just nailed down, he is actually centered."-- Alaina GetzenbergWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Bucs 41-31Week 7 ranking: 5Young riser: OT Roger RosengartenRavens basic manager Eric DeCosta targeted Rosengarten, 22, in the second round of this particular year's draft, and it's evident why. He is the very first second-round selection to start this very early for Baltimore given that annoying lineman Kelechi Osemele in 2012. After Rosengarten became the starting right deal with in Full week 3, the Ravens' outrageous line started to hit as well as assisted Baltimore rank in the top 5 in complete outrageous backyards. Rosengarten has actually excelled in opening streets for managing back Derrick Holly, ranking 2nd among ideal handles with a 83.3% run block gain fee.-- Jamison Hensleyplay1:34 Belichick satisfied with what he has found coming from RavensBill Belichick describes to Pat McAfee what is functioning effectively for Lamar Jackson as well as the Ravens' offense.Week 7 outcome: Beat the Texans 24-22Week 7 position: 8Young riser: TE Tucker KraftThere are actually plenty of younger risers to pick from dued to the fact that almost three-quarters of the lineup is actually 25 or even more youthful: Thirty-eight of the 53 gamers certify. But when it pertains to somebody because age group whose play has actually surged, look no further than Kraft. He recorded his 4th goal pass of the time Sunday in fact, all four of his TD catches have can be found in the past four activities. The 23-year-old is actually matched for the staff top in goal catches and positions third in events (21) and acquiring yards (264 ).-- Rob DemovskyWeek 7 end result: Dropped to the Lions 31-29Week 7 position: 2Young riser: PK Will definitely ReichardThe newbie sixth-rounder has made all 30 of his attempts this time, including 18-for-18 on extra aspect attempts and also 12-for-12 on basket tries, the absolute most by any sort of NFL secret this season without a miss out on. That includes four construct from 53 backyards or longer, as well as train Kevin O'Connell claimed he was prepped to send Reichard, 23, for a 68-yard attempt to succeed the Vikings' Full week 7 game before a penalty pushed free throw line back 5 backyards.-- Kevin SeifertFollow the NFL all period long.u2022 Full routine"|Status "u2022 Intensity charts for each group "u2022 Deals"|Traumas "u2022 Football Energy Mark "u2022 Playoff photo projections "Additional NFL insurance coverage ".Full week 7 end result: Lost to the Packers 24-22Week 7 ranking: 4Young riser: S Calen BullockBullock, 21, has actually been actually a pleasurable unpleasant surprise in his newbie time. He leads the staff in interceptions (pair of) and is actually tied for 2nd in pass deflections (4). When resisting quarterbacks intended Bullock, they have a passer score of 46.9. The 2024 third-rounder has become a starter for the Texans' self defense as well as has a ball-hawk fee of 50%, which is by far the highest contrasted to the various other defensive backs. There have been some rookie oversights when Bullock has been actually beat by receivers downfield, but the early come backs possess the Texans satisfied.-- DJ Bien-AimeWeek 7 end result: Beat the Jets 37-15Week 7 position: 11Young riser: CB Beanie Diocesan Jr.There's lots of options on a crew as younger as the Steelers, yet it's hard to opt for anyone besides the 24-year-old rookie undrafted free agent after his 2 interceptions versus quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Diocesan had a bounce-back functionality after acquiring picked apart by quarterback Dak Prescott two weeks previously, as well as he performed it in a large technique, almost returning his 2nd career interception for a touchdown. The Steelers entered into the season without any apparent successor to the slot corner area, and also it appeared the Steelers would need to cope along with Cameron Sutton put on hold the very first eight games. Bishop, however, is actually revealing why he made first-team reps early in training school.-- Brooke PryorWeek 7 result: Beat the Panthers 40-7Week 7 ranking: 9Young riser: CB Mike SainristilWashington decided on rookie Sainristil, that transformed 24 previously this month, in the 2nd round as a nickel corner, as well as he came to be an urgent starter. He's provided at 5-foot-10, 182 extra pounds but plays greater than his measurements. Due to concerns at corner along with Emmanuel Forbes Jr., the Leaders moved Sainristil outside-- recognizing he's better inside, but they needed him somewhere else. Previously this season, trainer Dan Quinn named him a "rare competition" and also a leader-- certainly not simply for the other novices yet also for the other protective backs.-- John Keimplay0:45 Dopp: Zach Ertz may be a TE streamer optionDaniel Dopp details why Zach Ertz might be a streaming option at tight edge in Full week 8. Full week 7 result: Lost to the Ravens 41-31Week 7 ranking: 7Young riser: CB Tykee SmithThe Bucs' 23-year-old novice third-round pick as well as beginning nickelback pressured fumbles in next weeks as well as captured his very first job interception on Oct. 13 against the Saints. Johnson has also had 2 deals with for a reduction, pair of quarterback favorites and 2 pass splits up.-- Jenna LaineWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Giants 28-3Week 7 rank: 13Young riser: DB Cooper DeJeanHis rookie period left to a sluggish begin as a result of a hamstring injury he suffered this summer season, however he has actually been a difference-maker considering that becoming the starting nickel corner in Week 6. DeJean, 21, has submitted 10 tackles, half a sack as well as 2 quarterback pressures in two video games, aiding to solidify a device that has actually produced nine factors tot in that stretch. He additionally has taken over as punting returner for hurt Britain Covey as well as is averaging 11 backyards per yield.-- Tim McManusWeek 7 result: Beat the Falcons 34-14Week 7 ranking: 14Young riser: OLB Derick HallHall's underwhelming newbie period has paved the way to a second-year escapement under Seattle's brand-new training staff. After tape-recording absolutely no sacks last season, the 2023 second-rounder leads the team with 5.0 sacks (ninth-most in the NFL). He additionally possesses three tackles for loss-- already matching his total coming from final season-- with 2 forced fumbles and also a 64-yard scoop-and-score touchdown Sunday. The Seahawks' protective face has been actually ruined by personal injuries over the initial seven weeks, however the 24-year-old Hall has actually been actually a constant force.-- Brady HendersonTop accounts of the full week coming from Obtain unique accessibility to hundreds of superior write-ups a year from top authors. u2022 Liberty among greatest sports 'revenge headlines' "u2022 University football: That has fallen, risen? "u2022 NFL overreactions: Cougars operate the NFC" Additional ESPN+ web content ".Full week 7 result: Dropped to the Chiefs 28-18Week 7 position: 10Young riser: OL Dominick PuniPuni walked into San Francisco and also right away staked his claim to the starting best shield project. It's a setting that has been actually a weakness for much of train Kyle Shanahan's tenure because 2017, but Puni, 24, has actually presented early indications of being the option. There have actually been actually missteps en route, however he has a 94.5% elapsed block gain cost (11th among all guards), a 73.1% run block win fee (20th) and should continue to strengthen. That will be actually notable for an aggressive line that anxiously requires an influx of premium, cost-controlled ability.-- Nick WagonerWeek 7 outcome: ByeWeek 7 rank: 16Young riser: DT Gervon Dexter Sr.The second-year defensive handle has been a significant plus for the Bears' pass rush this period when he thought the 3-technique posture constant. Dexter places third amongst all internal protective linemen along with 5.0 sacks, which elements in to the Bears' 8.4% sack portion (eighth absolute best in NFL). The majority of his teammates indicate just how Dexter, 23, changed his physical body this offseason, which has played a direct function in his efficiency. "His tasks have actually virtually been remarkable," defensive organizer Eric Washington claimed. "Therefore, there have actually been actually no issues as far as him certainly not residing in the setting to carry out."-- Courtney CroninWeek 7 end result: ByeWeek 7 ranking: 15Young riser: LB DeMarvion OvershownHe remained his rookie period due to a torn ACL in his left side leg, but he has revealed the potential that intrigued the Cowboys sufficient to produce him a third-round choice in 2023. He opened the time just like a nickel deal linebacker and also has actually due to the fact that ended up being an every-down linebacker, participating in all but 29 breaks over the last 4 video games. The 24-year-old requirements to be a lot more constant, however he possesses the rate to find just about anybody and balance a slipup.-- Todd ArcherWeek 7 end result: Dropped to the Seahawks 34-14Week 7 position: 12Young riser: LG Matthew BergeronBergeron was slung in to a starting function on the annoying line as a novice final season and also had growing pains. Yet in 2024, he has actually entered his own level that is actually 11th in the league in successfully pass block gain cost (61%) and also 17th in operate block gain fee (70.9%). Bergeron, 24, has actually given up quarterback stress on 7.8% of passing pops, the 12th-best sign in the league one of left shields (lowest 200 passing pops) as well as possesses substantial benefit.-- Marc Raimondiplay1:36 Why Field Yates will certainly not begin Kirk Cousins in fantasyField Yates breaks why he doesn't view Kirk Cousins as a beginning quarterback in dream schedules after a 2nd organized poor performance.Week 7 result: Beat the Saints 33-10Week 7 rank: 21Young riser: DB Riley MossIf Pat Surtain II says you risk and competitiveness and "prep properly" then that needs to be trigger for time out. Marsh, 24, has been actually specifically what's needed to have in the cornerback area all over coming from Surtain-- some of the busiest places in the defense as quarterbacks regularly avoid Surtain's edge. Marsh (forty five handles as well as one interception this time) is reasonable, hard as well as physical and also his size makes it hard to squeeze the round past him. But most importantly, he maintains his aggressiveness as well as strategy after a charge or a large play. He responds to the huddle as well as keeps on having fun.-- Jeff LegwoldWeek 7 outcome: Dropped to the Cardinals 17-15Week 7 position: 17Young riser: FB/DT Scott MatlockAs a novice defensive handle last time, Matlock played mainly on special crews. He was anticipated to have actually an improved role on the internal protective line this time, yet coach Jim Harbaugh switched over Matlock to fullback and also he has been a crucial part of the Chargers' rushing game. Matlock, 24, still participates in self defense as well as special teams his 236 snaps are actually the 11th very most on the group. He is actually emerging as an improbable however important portion of some of the NFL's ideal hurrying offenses.-- Kris RhimWeek 7 end result: Beat the Browns 21-14Week 7 ranking: 23Young riser: TE Erick All Jr.The 24-year-old newbie entered into the organization as a fourth-round pick with low desires after enduring an ACL personal injury in his ultimate year at Iowa. Yet All promptly became one of Cincinnati's top tight end choices. He is actually 2nd in that posture group in objectionable snaps, depending on to NFL Next Generation Stats, behind proficient Drew Example. As well as while Example has actually been a vital participant due to his barring, All offers Cincinnati its very most well-shaped option at tough end. He possesses 16 catches this time matched up to Example's four.-- Ben BabyWhat to recognize for the 2025 NFL draught u2022 Very early simulated drafts: Reid|Yates|Miller u2022 Kiper's Big Board|Role rankings u2022 QB Hot Board|Hunter's estimate u2022 Projected order|Examinations|More.Full week 7 end result: Beat the Dolphins 16-10Week 7 ranking: 19Young riser: CB Jaylon JonesJones was actually drafted to complete as a deepness player, however he has been increased away from essential need to the Colts' leading outside cornerback scenario. The 22-year aged, who was actually prepared in the 7th cycle in 2023, places fifth in the league with eight passes defensed this season. Jones has likewise produced a "tight home window" on thirty three% of throws on which he has been actually targeted, depending on to NFL Next Gen Stats. That's a respectable amount for a long-shot player who has been actually asked to play a big role in his second period.-- Stephen HolderWeek 7 end result: Beat the Chargers 17-15Week 7 ranking: 20Young riser: TE Trey McBrideMcBride emerged as a standout last year, getting a team-high 825 getting backyards as well as three touchdowns. And also he has actually proceeded his surge as being one of the very best tight ends in the game this period. The 24-year-old has the third-most events (thirty three ), second-most targets (forty five) and also fourth-most gardens (322) at the placement.-- Josh WeinfussWeek 7 result: Shed to the Broncos 33-10Week 7 position: 18Young riser: CB Kool-Aid McKinstryMcKinstry has actually started merely video game thus far-- when Marshon Lattimore was out in Week 2-- as well as he typically has been actually utilized in nickel or even dollar package deals since that video game. He's about to acquire a considerably greater function moving on because of Paulson Adebo's season-ending leg personal injury. The 22-year-old perhaps will be starting the rest of the time, which will definitely provide the Saints a potential peek of the future with Adebo's arrangement running out in 2025.-- Katherine TerrellWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Raiders 20-15Week 7 rank: 18Young riser: S Jaylen McColloughThe undrafted rookie possesses 3 interceptions in his previous pair of activities, including 2 Sunday. The Rams have been searching for a playmaker in the secondary as well as the 24-year-old McCollough has made a mark due to the fact that receiving a boost in playing time. He played just 12 protective breaks just before the Rams' Full week 5 loss to the Packers yet has actually since played 33.-- Sarah BarshopWeek 7 outcome: Shed to the Steelers 37-15Week 7 ranking: 22Young riser: pound Jamien SherwoodThe Planes don't possess numerous choices as a more mature staff, yet Sherwood has played well enough to supersede C.J. Mosley at a linebacker location. Publicly, Sherwood have not been actually sanctified, but he has actually begun recent 5 activities despite the fact that Mosley is actually currently healthy. Sherwood is actually a past university security that delivers rate and also capability to the posture, which assists in elapsed protection. The 24-year-old likewise leads the staff along with 58 deals with. He remains in the ultimate year of his arrangement and could be in line for a pleasant pay day if he keeps it up.-- Rich CiminiWeek 7 outcome: Dropped to the Colts 16-10Week 7 rank: 24Young riser: RB Jaylen WrightThe Dolphins demonstrated how much they valued Wright's capability when they traded a future third-round selection to compose him in the fourth round in April. He thrilled throughout training camp and shined in his 1st actual opportunity of the season-- 86 gardens on 13 lugs in Miami's Full week 5 sway the Patriots. With the skill and intensity in the Dolphins' backfield, Wright isn't most likely to turn in a newbie season like De'Von Achane's in 2023. Yet Wright could create a strong youthful tandem with Achane upcoming period if he continues to create.-- Marcel Louis-JacquesWeek 7 end result: Lost to the Eagles 28-3Week 7 rank: 25Young riser: CB Dru PhillipsA third-round selection previously this year, Phillips has been just one of the most productive defensive spines in the league. He is actually linked for second on the Giants with six takes on for a loss as the nickel cornerback and also has actually lost hope only fifty receiving gardens as the closest defender on 12 intendeds, according to Next Gen Stats. Basic supervisor Joe Schoen admired Phillips' physicality and aggression visiting of Kentucky. It appears to become translating to the NFL. Phillips, 22, possesses a chance to be one of the league's ideal nickel corners.-- Jordan RaananWeek 7 result: Beat the Patriots 32-16Week 7 position: 31Young riser: RB Tank BigsbyHe leads the Jaguars in hurrying (415 gardens) and is actually 2nd in the NFL in backyards per bring (6.2 ). Bigsby installed profession highs in holds (26) as well as gardens (118) on Sunday along with starter Travis Etienne Jr. sidelined due to a hamstring injury. The Jaguars still consider to utilize Etienne as the starter, yet Bigsby has made a greater task. He still needs to have to boost along with pass defense as well as obtaining the sphere. That is actually where Etienne possesses a notable advantage.-- Michael DiRoccoWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Rams 20-15Week 7 position: 27Young riser: LG Jackson Powers-JohnsonThe second-round draught pick saw his job get off to a slow beginning because of personal injury. But Powers-Johnson, 21, has actually shown flashes of being a fundamental offensive collection piece as a newbie, both for his procedure as well as attitude, considering that coming to be a starter in Week 4. Train Antonio Pierce said he has actually presently been told by referees to watch on Powers-Johnson's hostility on the industry.-- Paul GutierrezWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Expenses 34-10Week 7 position: 28Young riser: CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr. A crotch accident to Chidobe Awuzie landed Brownlee in the beginning lineup versus the Dolphins in Full week 4. Brownlee responded by helping limit recipients Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Hill to a mixed 8 celebrations for 63 lawns. The 23-year-old newbie cornerback has likewise been a variable versus the run. "I only play with that edge and wish to let the planet know I are just one of the leading rookie cornerbacks," Brownlee said to ESPN. The Titans really love Brownlee's aggressive approach to the posture, which he said has actually been improved by having fun with expert L'Jarius Sneed.-- Turron DavenportWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Bengals 21-14Week 7 position: 29Young riser: WR Cedric TillmanThe Browns have one of the earliest lineups in the NFL and also some of their youthful players have actually regressed this time. However if Sunday's reduction is actually any sort of indication, Tillman is a player to see moving forward. In the initial video game since Cleveland traded recipient Amari Cooper to the Costs, Tillman had the second-most breaks of any type of Browns receiver as well as posted profession highs in intendeds (12 ), receptions (8) as well as backyards (81 ). Tillman, 24, figures to possess a more regular task in the offense for the remainder of the time.-- Daniel Oyefusiplay1:55 Schefter details possibility of Deshaun Watson's attend Cleveland being overAdam Schefter joins Dab McAfee and covers Deshaun Watson's future with the Browns after the quarterback fractured his appropriate Achilles tendon.Week 7 end result: Lost to the Jaguars 32-16Week 7 position: 32Young riser: CB Religious GonzalezGonzalez, 22, is the staff's No. 1 cornerback whose promise revealed early in 2023 when he was named NFL Defensive Novice of the Month for September-- simply the 3rd guardian in franchise past to get such an honor. Right now in his second time, he has actually come back coming from a disjointed shoulder that sidelined him for thirteen video games and also has actually been actually charged with dealing with the rival's No. 1 wide receiver. "He goes and acquires the competition-- participates in within, participates in outside," cornerbacks instructor Mike Pellegrino said. "That's hard to perform in the National Regulation Football League. He is actually boosted to the problem."-- Mike ReissWeek 7 result: Shed to the Commanders 40-7Week 7 ranking: 30Young riser: ILB Trevin WallaceWallace, 21, revealed looks of star product in training school, creating plays like his pick-six against Planes quarterback Aaron Rodgers throughout a joint practice. He wasn't acquiring much having fun time till four weeks back when each beginning inside underwriters, Shaq Thompson (Achilles) and Josey Jewell (weakening), decreased because of personal injuries. He has actually been actually a tackling machine recent 3 video games-- his 34 addresses position third on the team, and also he's matched for very first along with 2 tackles for reduction.-- David Newton.