The first half of the NFL season is wrapping up this week and next so it was an appropriate time to check in on the 2022 NFL Draft cla s. cornerback has distanced himself from the other rookies. There is another handful of players that comprise the second group. From there, it is a jumbled a sortment of players who have had promising moments, but not consistently. Here is how the first-round picks stack up through the first half of the 2022 season:First-Round Pick Rankings1 New York Jets CB Gardner has locked down opponents all season and the numbers reflect it. According to TruMedia, he breaks up 23.9% of pa ses in which he is the primary defender, which ranks fourth in the league.2 Atlanta Falcons WR London represents a mismatch for the defense. The Atlanta offense has not always been conducive to significant statistical output in the pa s game but London has been a popular target for .3 New Orleans Saints WR The , as a team, are a bit difficult to read, but Olave ranks in the top 25 of all NFL pa s catchers in nearly all statistical categories
Miami Marlins Hats . Initially, New Orleans used him as a field-stretching outlet for , but his role has expanded as his performance and injuries have demanded. He has been targeted on 25.4% of the team's pa ses when he has been active.4 New York Jets WR While role may have taken a hit with under center, Wilson's has not. He registered his second game with 100-plus receiving yards this season in Week 8 against the . The Ohio State product does such a good job of creating opportunities for himself with footwork.5 Philadelphia Eagles DT Davis is expected to mi s some time moving forward after suffering an ankle injury Sunday against the . The Georgia product has been responsible for a few game-wrecking plays but his role is primarily holding his gap and occupying double teams, which he does well. It is never lost how a man of that size moves the way he does.6 New York Jets DE Johnson has mi sed some
Starlin Castro Jersey time with an ankle injury but, when on the field, he has created pre sure off the edge with a variety of moves while also holding his ground in the run game.7 Detroit Lions DE Hutchinson leads all rookies with 4.5 sacks. He has shown an ability to win with a variety of moves, in addition to holding his ground in the run game. Finding a level of consistency will be important in the second half of the season.8 Washington Commanders WR Dotson has not played since Oct. 2 against the . He scored four touchdowns in as many games. His footwork allowed him to create separation, and his aggre sivene s at the catch point allowed him to finish those opportunities.9 New York Giants LB Thibodeaux mi sed the first two games of the season as he recovered from a sprained MCL. He has registered 17 pre sures over the course of six games. If he had the full workload, he would be in the same ball park with as most pre sures generated by a rookie.10 Baltimore Ravens SAF Hamilton was on the field, but blended in early in the season. He has looked more comfortable as the year has progre sed, including a nice diving pa s deflection over tight end in Week 8.11 Dallas Cowboys OT Smith has one of the most sustainable, scheme-agnostic approaches to the offensive tackle position among rookies. He allows some pre sure high side, but there is a level of confidence that he will be able to clean it up.12 Baltimore Ravens C Linderbaum is an athletic lineman with a tenacious spirit. He does a good job of getting out on lead blocks and making plays in space. The Iowa product has been a
Jose Fernandez Jersey bit late to identify stunts and that has led to defenders getting on his hip. It is a bit of a transition from what he was asked to do in college.13 Jacksonville Jaguars OLB Walker's profe sional career is playing out exactly as many expected. He can win as a pa s rusher with sheer size and strength but offers little more in terms of a pa s rush plan. The Georgia product does a good job of containing the edge and making an impact in the run game.14 Buffalo Bills CB Early in the season, the first-round pick was being outplayed by teammate and fellow rookie . Elam has shown growth in coverage while maintaining a willingne s to play downhill and make an impact in the flat.15 Jacksonville Jaguars OLB Lloyd is capable
Andre Dawson Jersey of being a well-rounded linebacker because he showed that at Utah. He is being asked to cover further downfield rather than just allowing him to spy the quarterback and cloud pa sing lanes. Lloyd does a good job of cleaning up plays and applying spot pre sure.16 Carolina Panthers OT As it turns out, and are not exactly ideal matchups for a rookie offensive tackle. Ekwonu has shown growth over the course of the season so the hope is that he continues that trajectory with a team suddenly in contention for the NFC South.17 Los Angeles Chargers OG Johnson and the reached a much-needed bye week after suffering several injuries. Johnson plays with good leverage and balance, but is allowing pre sure late in the play. According to TruMedia, he ranks No. 8 with 17 hurries allowed. The constant changes along that Los Angeles offensive line could be slowing his development.18 Seattle Seahawks OT Cro s has allowed the eighth-most hurries (17) and is responsible for four penalties to this point. His trajectory has been similar to most rookie offensive linemen in that he had a slow start to the year but seems to be coming into his own.19 Houston Texans CB The idea that Stingley has been terrible is overblown, but he has allowed the seventh-most receptions of 20-plus yards, according to TruMedia. He is tied for the sixth-most coverage penalties (2) this season. Stingley has the coverage skills to be a big part of the team's long-term defensive structure.20 Pittsburgh Steelers QB There is likely zero coincidence that multiple quarterback changes has le s to do with the players than it does with the offensive scheme. Pickett ranks No. 9 in fewest air yards per target (6.93), and has still managed to throw eight interceptions to just two touchdowns. It is not fair to judge the rookie yet, but his career is off to a rough start.21 New England Patriots OG Play strength and staying engaged has been a bit of a chore
Martin Prado Jersey for Strange, but his athleticism and ability to make plays in space has been vital for the New England run game, which is averaging 123.1 yards per game.22 Green Bay Packers DT Wyatt has averaged just 7.86 snaps per game. He has shown a few positive reps with his stack and shed ability, but it needs to be more frequent. There are just as many examples of him getting washed out of gaps. He has good grip strength as well.23 New York Giants OT Neal mi sed Week 8 and could mi s a few more games with a knee sprain. He has a 5.6% beat rate, according to TruMedia, which ranks 23rd highest. His six sacks allowed are tied for the seco
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