.NFL Nation, ESPNOct 22, 2024, 07:00 AM ETWelcome to Week 8 of the 2024 NFL season.The Kansas Metropolitan area Chiefs are actually the single unbeaten crew, as the Minnesota Vikings maintained their very first reduction of the time to the Detroit Lions in Week 7. The New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers and also Cleveland Browns all was up to 1-6 along with losses. At the same time, the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles gained big.We've improved the positions and talked to NFL Country media reporters to choose one youthful riser for every single group. Our team defined a "younger riser" as a player under 25 years of ages that have not currently created themself as a leading player but is actually creating surges this season. These 32 players are on the increase via seven full weeks this season.Let's start with the Chiefs.Our energy board of greater than 80 writers, publishers and television personalities assesses how NFL staffs compare one another, rating all of them coming from 1 to 32. Previous positions: Preseason|Week 2|Week 3|Week 4|Week 5|Week 6|Week 7Jump to a team: ARI|ATL|BAL|BUF|CAR|CHI|CINCLE|DAL|LAIR|DET|GIGABYTES|HOU|INDJAX|KC|UTT|LAR|LV|MIA|MINNE|NO|NYG|NYJ|PHI|PIT|SFSEA|TB|TEN|WSHWeek 7 result: Beat the 49ers 28-18Week 7 ranking: 1Young riser: DB Chamarri ConnerConner, 24, has actually created an amount of plays as a port section, protection and also linebacker. In the fourth one-fourth of what would be actually a one-point win over the Bengals, Conner recuperated a fumble as well as returned it for a goal to give the Chiefs a lead. He later fired quarterback Joe Den on 3rd to end Cincinnati's ultimate possession, giving the reception back to Kansas Area for its gaining field goal push.-- Adam TeicherWeek 7 end result: Beat the Vikings 31-29Week 7 ranking: 3Young riser: S Brian BranchBranch was actually a tried and tested playmaker as a newbie in 2023, along with 3 interceptions as primarily a nickel cornerback. But in Year 2, Detroit's mentoring staff made a decision to change the 23-year-old to protection to enable him much more liberty to wander within their system. Limb is an early escapement superstar for the defense along with four interceptions as well as 11 passes shielded in 5 appearances this time. After the Lions' success Sunday, Limb pointed out protective organizer Aaron Glenn was actually putting him in "placements to create plays."-- Eric WoodyardWeek 7 result: Beat the Titans 34-10Week 7 rank: 6Young riser: CB Religious BenfordSince training camp, Benford has shown why he can be a consistent as well as tough long-lasting starter. He has quit 3.7 gardens per target as the nearby defender this time, linked for the third fewest through a player with twenty or even even more aim ats, per NFL Next Gen Statistics. Amongst cornerbacks with 200 or even more insurance coverage breaks, Benford, 24, has actually given up the second-lowest completion amount as the nearest guardian (51.6%)." [Benford] understands what it takes, he strives everyday ... like incredibly tough," fellow beginning outdoors edge Rasul Douglas said this season. "He analyzes. He is actually merely locked in, he is actually focused."-- Alaina GetzenbergWeek 7 result: Beat the Bucs 41-31Week 7 ranking: 5Young riser: OT Roger RosengartenRavens basic supervisor Eric DeCosta targeted Rosengarten, 22, in the second round of this particular year's draft, and also it appears why. He is actually the first second-round pick to begin this very early for Baltimore given that offensive electrician Kelechi Osemele in 2012. After Rosengarten came to be the starting right handle in Full week 3, the Ravens' objectionable line started to click on as well as helped Baltimore position in the best five in overall outrageous lawns. Rosengarten has excelled in opening lanes for running back Derrick Henry, ranking 2nd one of best takes on along with a 83.3% run block win rate.-- Jamison Hensleyplay1:34 Belichick amazed with what he has actually seen coming from RavensBill Belichick discusses to Pat McAfee what is actually working well for Lamar Jackson as well as the Ravens' offense.Week 7 result: Beat the Texans 24-22Week 7 ranking: 8Young riser: TE Tucker KraftThere are actually lots of younger risers to choose coming from given that almost three-quarters of the lineup is actually 25 or even younger: Thirty-eight of the 53 gamers qualify. However when it concerns somebody in that generation whose play has actually spiked, look no more than Kraft. He caught his 4th goal successfully pass of the time Sunday actually, all four of his TD catches have come in recent 4 activities. The 23-year-old is actually tied for the team top in touchdown catches and also rankings third in functions (21) as well as obtaining yards (264 ).-- Rob DemovskyWeek 7 result: Lost to the Lions 31-29Week 7 rank: 2Young riser: PK Will certainly ReichardThe novice sixth-rounder has helped make all 30 of his tries this time, featuring 18-for-18 on extra aspect attempts and 12-for-12 on field goal attempts, the most by any NFL kicker this time without an overlook. That consists of 4 craft from 53 yards or longer, and coach Kevin O'Connell claimed he was actually prepped to deliver Reichard, 23, for a 68-yard attempt to win the Vikings' Week 7 video game prior to a penalty drove free throw line back 5 lawns.-- Kevin SeifertFollow the NFL all time long.u2022 Complete timetable"|Status "u2022 Depth graphes for every staff "u2022 Purchases"|Accidents "u2022 Regulation Football Power Index "u2022 Playoff image forecasts "Even more NFL coverage ".Week 7 outcome: Shed to the Packers 24-22Week 7 position: 4Young riser: S Calen BullockBullock, 21, has actually been actually an enjoyable unpleasant surprise in his newbie time. He leads the staff in interceptions (pair of) and is actually tied for second in pass curvatures (4). When resisting quarterbacks aim at Bullock, they possess a passer ranking of 46.9. The 2024 third-rounder has actually become a starter for the Texans' protection and also has a ball-hawk price of fifty%, which is actually without a doubt the highest possible compared to the various other defensive spines. There have actually been actually some newbie blunders when Bullock has actually been beat through recipients downfield, however the very early come backs have the Texans satisfied.-- DJ Bien-AimeWeek 7 result: Beat the Planes 37-15Week 7 position: 11Young riser: CB Beanie Bishop Jr.There's lots of choices on a staff as young as the Steelers, but it's challenging to choose any person besides the 24-year-old newbie undrafted freelance after his pair of interceptions versus quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Diocesan had a bounce-back performance after obtaining censured through quarterback Dak Prescott 2 weeks previously, and also he did it in a significant way, almost returning his 2nd occupation interception for a goal. The Steelers entered into the season without any apparent beneficiary to the port corner place, and it appeared the Steelers would certainly have to manage along with Cameron Sutton put on hold the initial 8 video games. Diocesan, though, is presenting why he made first-team representatives early in training school.-- Brooke PryorWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Panthers 40-7Week 7 position: 9Young riser: CB Mike SainristilWashington selected rookie Sainristil, who turned 24 earlier this month, in the second cycle as a nickel section, as well as he came to be an immediate starter. He is actually noted at 5-foot-10, 182 extra pounds however plays larger than his measurements. As a result of issues at section with Emmanuel Forbes Jr., the Leaders moved Sainristil outside-- recognizing he is actually far better inside, but they required him elsewhere. Previously this season, instructor Dan Quinn named him a "rare rival" and also a forerunner-- not simply for the other novices yet likewise for the other defensive backs.-- John Keimplay0:45 Dopp: Zach Ertz might be a TE banner optionDaniel Dopp explains why Zach Ertz may be a streaming choice at strict end in Week 8. Week 7 end result: Shed to the Ravens 41-31Week 7 ranking: 7Young riser: CB Tykee SmithThe Bucs' 23-year-old rookie third-round selection and beginning nickelback pressured fumbles in next full weeks and tape-recorded his very first job interception on Oct. 13 against the Saints. Smith possesses likewise had two tackles for a reduction, pair of quarterback hits and two successfully pass breakups.-- Jenna LaineWeek 7 result: Beat the Giants 28-3Week 7 rank: 13Young riser: DB Cooper DeJeanHis rookie season left to a slow beginning because of a hamstring accident he endured this summer months, however he has actually been actually a difference-maker because becoming the beginning nickel edge in Week 6. DeJean, 21, has posted 10 addresses, half a sack and also 2 quarterback tensions in 2 video games, assisting to solidify a device that has produced nine factors total because period. He additionally has taken control of as punt returner for injured Britain Covey and also is actually averaging 11 backyards per gain.-- Tim McManusWeek 7 result: Beat the Falcons 34-14Week 7 position: 14Young riser: OLB Derick HallHall's underwhelming rookie period has actually paved the way to a second-year escapement under Seattle's brand new training workers. After documenting no sacks last period, the 2023 second-rounder leads the group with 5.0 sacks (ninth-most in the NFL). He also possesses 3 deals with for loss-- currently matching his overall coming from final season-- along with 2 pressured fumbles and a 64-yard scoop-and-score touchdown Sunday. The Seahawks' protective front end has actually been actually damaged through accidents over the first seven weeks, but the 24-year-old Venue has actually been a consistent pressure.-- Brady HendersonTop stories of the week coming from Acquire exclusive access to 1000s of fee write-ups a year from top authors. u2022 Liberty amongst ideal sporting activities 'revenge titles' "u2022 College volleyball: Who has dropped, emerged? "u2022 NFL overreactions: Lions run the NFC" Even more ESPN+ material ".Full week 7 end result: Lost to the Chiefs 28-18Week 7 position: 10Young riser: OL Dominick PuniPuni strolled in to San Francisco and right away staked his case to the starting appropriate shield project. It's a setting that has been a fancy a lot of instructor Kyle Shanahan's period since 2017, however Puni, 24, has actually shown very early signs of being actually the service. There have been missteps in the process, yet he has a 94.5% successfully pass block win rate (11th amongst all protections), a 73.1% operate block succeed cost (20th) as well as must remain to enhance. That will be significant for an aggressive line that desperately requires an increase of top quality, cost-controlled skill.-- Scar WagonerWeek 7 outcome: ByeWeek 7 position: 16Young riser: DT Gervon Dexter Sr.The second-year defensive handle has actually been a significant plus for the Bears' pass thrill this time when he supposed the 3-technique placement full-time. Dexter rates 3rd one of all interior protective linemen with 5.0 sacks, which variables right into the Bears' 8.4% sack percentage (8th finest in NFL). The majority of his colleagues lead to exactly how Dexter, 23, enhanced his physical body this offseason, which has actually played a straight job in his efficiency. "His tasks have virtually been flawless," protective planner Eric Washington claimed. "Thus, there have been actually no issues as far as him certainly not remaining in the placement to implement."-- Courtney CroninWeek 7 end result: ByeWeek 7 position: 15Young riser: pound DeMarvion OvershownHe remained his rookie season because of a torn ACL in his left side knee, however he has presented the potential that fascinated the Cowboys sufficient to produce him a third-round selection in 2023. He opened up the time equally a nickel deal linebacker and has actually considering that ended up being an every-down linebacker, participating in just about 29 snaps over the last four video games. The 24-year-old needs to become a lot more steady, yet he possesses the rate to track down nearly anybody as well as offset a slip.-- Todd ArcherWeek 7 result: Shed to the Seahawks 34-14Week 7 position: 12Young riser: LG Matthew BergeronBergeron was actually thrust into a starting duty on the annoying pipes as a novice last season and also had growing discomforts. Yet in 2024, he has entered into his very own on a line that is actually 11th in the league in pass block gain price (61%) and 17th in run block succeed cost (70.9%). Bergeron, 24, has surrendered quarterback tensions on 7.8% of passing snaps, the 12th-best result in the game amongst left side protectors (lowest 200 passing snaps) and possesses substantial upside.-- Marc Raimondiplay1:36 Why Area Yates will certainly not begin Kirk Cousins in fantasyField Yates malfunctions why he doesn't watch Kirk Cousins as a starting quarterback in fantasy schedules after a 2nd straight inadequate performance.Week 7 outcome: Beat the Saints 33-10Week 7 position: 21Young riser: DB Riley MossIf Pat Surtain II claims you play with fire as well as competitiveness as well as "ready the right way" then that needs to be actually lead to for time out. Marsh, 24, has been precisely what's required in the cornerback place across coming from Surtain-- among the busiest places in the protection as quarterbacks regularly avoid Surtain's edge. Moss (forty five takes on and also one interception this time) is affordable, tough as well as physical as well as his span makes it tough to press the sphere past him. Yet very most notably, he maintains his aggression and approach after a fine or even a significant play. He gets back to the huddle and goes on playing.-- Jeff LegwoldWeek 7 end result: Shed to the Cardinals 17-15Week 7 ranking: 17Young riser: FB/DT Scott MatlockAs a rookie defensive address final season, Matlock participated in predominantly on exclusive groups. He was actually assumed to have an enhanced part on the interior defensive line this time, yet instructor Jim Harbaugh changed Matlock to fullback and he has actually been actually a crucial part of the Chargers' hurrying game. Matlock, 24, still participates in self defense and exclusive teams his 236 pops are the 11th very most on the team. He is actually becoming an extremely unlikely but critical aspect of among the NFL's finest hurrying offenses.-- Kris RhimWeek 7 result: Beat the Browns 21-14Week 7 position: 23Young riser: TE Erick All Jr.The 24-year-old newbie went into the league as a fourth-round selection along with reduced expectations after suffering an ACL personal injury in his ultimate year at Iowa. However All swiftly turned into one of Cincinnati's best precarious point options. He is 2nd during that placement group in repulsive breaks, according to NFL Next Gen Stats, behind seasoned Drew Sample. And while Example has been actually an indispensable member due to his obstructing, All gives Cincinnati its own very most all-around option at tough edge. He has 16 catches this season reviewed to Example's 4.-- Ben BabyWhat to recognize for the 2025 NFL draught u2022 Early mock drafts: Reid|Yates|Miller u2022 Kiper's Big Board|Position positions u2022 QB Hot Board|Hunter's estimate u2022 Projected instruction|Assessments|More.Full week 7 outcome: Beat the Dolphins 16-10Week 7 ranking: 19Young riser: CB Jaylon JonesJones was actually drafted to contend as an intensity gamer, but he has actually been actually increased away from necessity to the Colts' leading outside cornerback circumstance. The 22-year old, that was composed in the seventh cycle in 2023, ranks 5th in the league along with 8 passes defensed this time. Jones has likewise developed a "strict home window" on thirty three% of tosses on which he has actually been actually targeted, according to NFL Next Gen Statistics. That is actually a commendable variety for a long-shot player who has been inquired to participate in a significant job in his second time.-- Stephen HolderWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Chargers 17-15Week 7 position: 20Young riser: TE Trey McBrideMcBride became a standout last year, ordering a team-high 825 getting yards and 3 touchdowns. And he has actually proceeded his rise as being one of the best limited ends in the league this period. The 24-year-old has the third-most receptions (thirty three ), second-most aim ats (45) as well as fourth-most gardens (322) at the placement.-- Josh WeinfussWeek 7 end result: Dropped to the Broncos 33-10Week 7 rank: 18Young riser: CB Kool-Aid McKinstryMcKinstry has begun only video game until now-- when Marshon Lattimore was out in Full week 2-- as well as he mainly has actually been actually utilized in nickel or even nickel packages since that game. He will acquire a much greater role moving forward as a result of Paulson Adebo's season-ending leg accident. The 22-year-old possibly will be starting the rest of the season, which will give the Saints a possible peek of the future with Adebo's arrangement running out in 2025.-- Katherine TerrellWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Raiders 20-15Week 7 ranking: 18Young riser: S Jaylen McColloughThe undrafted newbie possesses 3 interceptions in his past 2 video games, consisting of 2 Sunday. The Rams have actually been searching for a playmaker in the secondary and the 24-year-old McCollough has actually helped make a mark since receiving a rise in playing time. He participated in simply 12 defensive breaks just before the Rams' Week 5 reduction to the Packers however has actually since participated in thirty three.-- Sarah BarshopWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Steelers 37-15Week 7 ranking: 22Young riser: LB Jamien SherwoodThe Planes do not possess many choices as a more mature staff, yet Sherwood has actually participated in well enough to replace C.J. Mosley at a linebacker place. Openly, Sherwood have not been actually anointed, however he has actually begun the past five video games even though Mosley is currently healthy and balanced. Sherwood is actually a previous university protection that delivers velocity and skill to the placement, which aids in successfully pass insurance coverage. The 24-year-old likewise leads the team along with 58 handles. He resides in the ultimate year of his deal and also could be eligible a great income time if he maintains it up.-- Rich CiminiWeek 7 end result: Dropped to the Colts 16-10Week 7 rank: 24Young riser: RB Jaylen WrightThe Dolphins demonstrated how much they valued Wright's ability when they traded a potential third-round choice to make him in the fourth round in April. He thrilled throughout training school and also radiated in his very first true opportunity of the period-- 86 backyards on thirteen holds in Miami's Week 5 win over the Patriots. With the skill and also deepness in the Dolphins' backfield, Wright isn't most likely to kip down a rookie period like De'Von Achane's in 2023. Yet Wright might develop a potent younger tandem along with Achane next time if he continues to make.-- Marcel Louis-JacquesWeek 7 end result: Dropped to the Eagles 28-3Week 7 ranking: 25Young riser: CB Dru PhillipsA third-round pick previously this year, Phillips has actually been one of the absolute most effective defensive backs in the game. He is actually connected for second on the Giants along with six addresses for a reduction as the nickel cornerback and also has actually given up merely fifty receiving yards as the nearby defender on 12 aim ats, depending on to Upcoming Generation Stats. Overall supervisor Joe Schoen admired Phillips' physicality as well as aggressiveness appearing of Kentucky. It seems to be to become equating to the NFL. Phillips, 22, possesses an odds to become among the league's absolute best nickel edges.-- Jordan RaananWeek 7 end result: Beat the Patriots 32-16Week 7 ranking: 31Young riser: RB Tank BigsbyHe leads the Jaguars in hurrying (415 gardens) as well as is 2nd in the NFL in yards every lug (6.2 ). Bigsby installed job highs in holds (26) as well as gardens (118) on Sunday along with starter Travis Etienne Jr. sidelined because of a hamstring accident. The Jaguars still intend to utilize Etienne as the starter, yet Bigsby has actually earned a greater job. He still needs to improve along with elapsed protection as well as getting the ball. That's where Etienne possesses a considerable benefit.-- Michael DiRoccoWeek 7 result: Lost to the Rams 20-15Week 7 ranking: 27Young riser: LG Jackson Powers-JohnsonThe second-round draught pick viewed his profession leave to a slow-moving begin because of accident. Yet Powers-Johnson, 21, has currently shown flashes of being actually a fundamental offending product line piece as a newbie, both for his technique as well as attitude, because coming to be a starter in Week 4. Coach Antonio Pierce stated he has actually currently been actually said to by referees to watch on Powers-Johnson's aggression on the industry.-- Paul GutierrezWeek 7 outcome: Shed to the Expenses 34-10Week 7 position: 28Young riser: CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr. A genitals injury to Chidobe Awuzie landed Brownlee in the beginning schedule versus the Dolphins in Full week 4. Brownlee responded through helping limitation receivers Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Hillside to a bundled 8 events for 63 gardens. The 23-year-old novice cornerback has also been actually an element versus the operate. "I just enjoy with that side as well as intend to let the planet know I are just one of the leading rookie cornerbacks," Brownlee told ESPN. The Titans like Brownlee's aggressive technique to the position, which he mentioned has been boosted through having fun with professional L'Jarius Sneed.-- Turron DavenportWeek 7 end result: Shed to the Bengals 21-14Week 7 ranking: 29Young riser: WR Cedric TillmanThe Browns possess some of the oldest rosters in the NFL as well as some of their younger gamers have actually regressed this time. However if Sunday's loss is any kind of indicator, Tillman is actually a gamer to watch moving forward. In the very first game considering that Cleveland traded receiver Amari Cooper to the Costs, Tillman had the second-most snaps of any sort of Browns receiver and also published job highs in intendeds (12 ), celebrations (eight) and also gardens (81 ). Tillman, 24, thinks to have an extra steady role in the offense for the rest of the period.-- Daniel Oyefusiplay1:55 Schefter details possibility of Deshaun Watson's attend Cleveland being overAdam Schefter joins Dab McAfee as well as talks about Deshaun Watson's future with the Browns after the quarterback fractured his appropriate Achilles tendon.Week 7 result: Lost to the Jaguars 32-16Week 7 rank: 32Young riser: CB Religious GonzalezGonzalez, 22, is actually the crew's No. 1 cornerback whose guarantee revealed early in 2023 when he was actually called NFL Defensive Novice of the Month for September-- simply the third protector in franchise past history to earn such an honor. Right now in his second period, he has actually come back from a disconnected shoulder that sidelined him for 13 video games and also has actually been actually charged with covering the opponent's No. 1 pass receiver. "He goes as well as obtains the match-- plays within, participates in outside," cornerbacks instructor Mike Pellegrino said. "That is actually difficult to perform in the National Football Organization. He is actually improved to the problem."-- Mike ReissWeek 7 end result: Shed to the Commanders 40-7Week 7 position: 30Young riser: ILB Trevin WallaceWallace, 21, presented glimpses of star product in training camp, making plays such as his pick-six against Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers during a shared practice. He had not been acquiring a lot playing opportunity until 4 full weeks ago when each starting inside underwriters, Shaq Thompson (Achilles) and also Josey Jewell (hamstring muscle), dropped as a result of personal injuries. He has actually been a taking on machine recent three games-- his 34 tackles position 3rd on the crew, and he's matched for 1st with pair of deals with for loss.-- David Newton.