The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Building the Beast: All-Rookie Team for the first half of the NFL season
Oct 29, 2025
Join Trevor Sikkema, Lead Draft Analyst at Pro Football Focus, as he dissects the NFL's rookie landscape midseason. He shares insights on standout performances like Jackson Dart's impact on the Giants and debates the merits of running backs Cam Scadaboo and Quinshawn Judkins. Tune in for discussions on dynamic receivers Emeka Buka and Jalen McMillan, plus a look at impressive offensive tackles like Josh Simmons. Sikkema also analyzes the top edge rushers and defensive talents, wrapping up with his versatile picks for the All-Rookie Team.
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Athletic QBs Can Reshape An Offense
- Jackson Dart's athleticism reshaped the Giants' offense and allowed them to revive older play concepts.
- His rushing and escapability create real value even amid schematic simplicity.
Leaning On College Skills Pays Off
- Cam Scadaboo demonstrated immediate multi-phase value as both runner and receiver before his injury.
- Teams can unlock rookies by leaning on their college skillsets in the right role.
After-Contact Metrics Reveal True RB Value
- Quinshawn Judkins is producing despite a weak Browns offensive line thanks to strong after-contact production.
- Yards-over-expectation and yards-after-contact separate true rookie impact from volume alone.