As the 2025 NFL season progresses, a new wave of rookie talent is making its mark through Week 10. Among the standouts is Tyler Shough, the New Orleans Saints quarterback, who has swiftly climbed the rankings since taking over as the starter in Week 8. With a passing grade of 76.3 from Pro Football Focus (PFF), he has solidified his position as one of the top performers in his class.
Another notable rookie is Luther Burden III from the Chicago Bears, who is steadily emerging as a key contributor. Following a similar trajectory as fellow rookie Colston Loveland, Burden now sits sixth in PFF’s overall grading for rookies, showcasing the depth of talent among this year’s draft class.
Top Rookie Performers Through Week 10
The rankings of rookies are determined by their overall grade from PFF, with players required to have logged at least 100 snaps to qualify. As of now, the top performers include:
1. **Jihaad Campbell, Philadelphia Eagles** – With an impressive PFF grade of 83.2, Campbell leads the rookie rankings.
2. **Cameron Skattebo, New York Giants** – Despite being sidelined for the remainder of the season due to a leg injury, Skattebo holds a grade of 80.5.
3. **Jackson Hawes, Buffalo Bills** – Hawes rebounded in Week 10, earning an 80.3 grade after securing a touchdown and demonstrating strong blocking skills.
4. **Donovan Ezeiruaku, Dallas Cowboys** – Maintaining a steady performance, Ezeiruaku holds a PFF grade of 79.6.
5. **Tetairoa McMillan, Carolina Panthers** – McMillan continues to impress, recording 60 yards on five catches against the Saints, bringing his PFF grade to 78.7.
6. **Luther Burden III, Chicago Bears** – Burden had a productive game upon returning from a concussion, finishing with a PFF grade of 77.0.
7. **Mitchell Evans, Carolina Panthers** – Evans, despite a dip in performance, maintains a strong blocking grade, ranking 76.6 overall.
8. **Will Campbell, New England Patriots** – Campbell’s performance slipped slightly, leading to a grade of 76.0 after allowing four pressures in Week 10.
9. **Will Johnson, Arizona Cardinals** – Johnson missed Week 10 due to a back injury but previously held a grade of 75.5.
10. **Armand Membou, New York Jets** – With a solid performance in Week 10, Membou earned a 75.3 grade.
11. **Terrance Ferguson, Los Angeles Rams** – Ferguson emerged with a 75.2 grade after a strong showing against the Saints.
12. **R.J. Mickens, Los Angeles Chargers** – Mickens debuted in the top 15 with a grade of 75.1, showcasing his defensive skills.
13. **Colston Loveland, Chicago Bears** – Loveland caught four passes for 55 yards, earning a grade of 74.8.
14. **Jaylin Noel, Houston Texans** – After a quiet Week 9, Noel rebounded with four catches for 35 yards, bringing his grade to 74.4.
15. **Tyler Shough, New Orleans Saints** – Shough rounds out the list with a 74.4 grade after completing 19 of 27 passes for 282 yards and two touchdowns against the Panthers.
Rising Stars and Future Impact
The performances from these rookies highlight their potential to shape the future of their respective franchises. With Tyler Shough leading the charge as the first quarterback to enter the top 15 rookie rankings this season, his trajectory will be closely monitored. He has not only posted impressive numbers but also demonstrated resilience under pressure, completing 51 of 83 passes for 586 yards and three touchdowns since taking the helm.
As the season progresses, fans and analysts alike will keep a keen eye on these young athletes, whose performances are critical to their teams’ success. With the NFL landscape continually evolving, these rookies are poised to make significant impacts both on and off the field.
