.NFL Nation, ESPNOct 22, 2024, 07:00 AM ETWelcome to Full week 8 of the 2024 NFL season.The Kansas Urban area Chiefs are actually the sole undefeated team, as the Minnesota Vikings maintained their very first loss of the period to the Detroit Lions in Full Week 7. The New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers as well as Cleveland Browns all fell to 1-6 with reductions. On the other hand, the Washington Commanders as well as Philly Eagles succeeded big.We've updated the rankings as well as asked NFL Nation media reporters to choose one younger riser for every single crew. We determined a "young riser" as a player under 25 years old who have not actually developed himself as a leading gamer but is actually creating surges this time. These 32 gamers perform the growth with 7 weeks this season.Let's beginning along with the Chiefs.Our energy board of greater than 80 authors, editors as well as TV personalities evaluates how NFL groups compare each other, rating them from 1 to 32. Previous positions: Preseason|Full week 2|Week 3|Full week 4|Week 5|Full week 6|Full week 7Jump to a group: ARI|ATL|BAL|BUF|CAR|CHI|CINCLE|DAL|SHELTER|DET|GB|HOU|INDJAX|KC|UTT|LAR|LV|MIA|MINNE|NO|NYG|NYJ|PHI|PIT|SFSEA|TUBERCULOSIS|TEN|WSHWeek 7 end result: Beat the 49ers 28-18Week 7 ranking: 1Young riser: DB Chamarri ConnerConner, 24, has made a lot of plays as a slot corner, safety and linebacker. In the fourth one-fourth of what would certainly be a one-point win over the Bengals, Conner recouped a fumble as well as returned it for a goal to give the Chiefs a lead. He later fired quarterback Joe Shelter on 3rd up to end Cincinnati's last property, offering the ball back to Kansas Urban area for its winning field goal drive.-- Adam TeicherWeek 7 end result: Beat the Vikings 31-29Week 7 ranking: 3Young riser: S Brian BranchBranch was actually a tested playmaker as a novice in 2023, along with three interceptions as mainly a nickel cornerback. However in Year 2, Detroit's training team chose to change the 23-year-old to safety to enable him more flexibility to walk within their body. Branch is a very early breakout star for the protection along with four interceptions and also 11 passes shielded in 5 appearances this season. After the Lions' triumph Sunday, Branch pointed out defensive planner Aaron Glenn was putting him in "postures to help make plays."-- Eric WoodyardWeek 7 result: Beat the Titans 34-10Week 7 ranking: 6Young riser: CB Christian BenfordSince training school, Benford has actually presented why he can be a steady and also powerful long-term starter. He has actually lost hope 3.7 backyards every intended as the closest protector this period, connected for the 3rd fewest through a player with 20 or even additional intendeds, per NFL Next Generation Stats. Among cornerbacks along with 200 or even even more protection pops, Benford, 24, has actually surrendered the second-lowest fulfillment percent as the nearby protector (51.6%)." [Benford] understands what it takes, he works hard everyday ... like incredibly challenging," fellow starting outside corner Rasul Douglas stated this season. "He analyzes. He is actually simply nailed down, he's focused."-- Alaina GetzenbergWeek 7 end result: Beat the Bucs 41-31Week 7 rank: 5Young riser: OT Roger RosengartenRavens overall manager Eric DeCosta targeted Rosengarten, 22, in the 2nd cycle of this year's draught, as well as it's evident why. He is actually the first second-round selection to begin this early for Baltimore due to the fact that offending electrician Kelechi Osemele in 2012. After Rosengarten became the beginning right take on in Week 3, the Ravens' objectionable line began to click on and assisted Baltimore rate in the leading five in complete objectionable lawns. Rosengarten has excelled in opening streets for running back Derrick Holly, ranking 2nd one of ideal addresses along with a 83.3% run block succeed rate.-- Jamison Hensleyplay1:34 Belichick pleased along with what he has actually seen from RavensBill Belichick discusses to Pat McAfee what is functioning properly for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens' offense.Week 7 outcome: Beat the Texans 24-22Week 7 ranking: 8Young riser: TE Tucker KraftThere are actually lots of younger risers to pick from dued to the fact that almost three-quarters of the roster is actually 25 or much younger: Thirty-eight of the 53 gamers certify. But when it involves a person in that generation whose stage show has actually increased, look no more than Kraft. He captured his 4th goal pass of the season Sunday in reality, all four of his TD catches have can be found in the past 4 video games. The 23-year-old is actually tied for the group lead in touchdown catches and positions third in functions (21) and getting yards (264 ).-- Rob DemovskyWeek 7 outcome: Dropped to the Lions 31-29Week 7 ranking: 2Young riser: PK Will definitely ReichardThe rookie sixth-rounder has actually helped make all 30 of his efforts this season, featuring 18-for-18 on additional aspect attempts as well as 12-for-12 on field goal attempts, the best by any NFL twist this time without an overlook. That includes four makes of 53 gardens or even longer, as well as trainer Kevin O'Connell said he was actually prepared to deliver Reichard, 23, for a 68-yard attempt to win the Vikings' Week 7 video game prior to a penalty drove the line back 5 gardens.-- Kevin SeifertFollow the NFL all season long.u2022 Complete routine"|Standings "u2022 Deepness charts for each team "u2022 Transactions"|Injuries "u2022 Regulation Football Electrical Power Mark "u2022 Playoff picture projections "Even more NFL coverage ".Full week 7 end result: Lost to the Packers 24-22Week 7 rank: 4Young riser: S Calen BullockBullock, 21, has actually been actually a pleasant unpleasant surprise in his newbie season. He leads the crew in interceptions (pair of) and is actually tied for second in elapsed curvatures (four). When opposing quarterbacks intended Bullock, they have a passer ranking of 46.9. The 2024 third-rounder has actually become a starter for the Texans' protection as well as possesses a ball-hawk cost of 50%, which is actually easily the greatest compared to the various other protective spines. There have actually been some novice mistakes when Bullock has actually been hammered by recipients downfield, yet the early come backs possess the Texans thrilled.-- DJ Bien-AimeWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Planes 37-15Week 7 rank: 11Young riser: CB Beanie Bishop Jr.There's a lot of alternatives on a crew as young as the Steelers, but it is actually challenging to decide on any individual other than the 24-year-old newbie undrafted free agent after his pair of interceptions against quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Diocesan possessed a bounce-back functionality after getting censured through quarterback Dak Prescott 2 weeks previously, and he performed it in a big method, nearly returning his 2nd career interception for a goal. The Steelers got into the season without any obvious heir to the port corner location, and it appeared the Steelers will need to cope with Cameron Sutton suspended the 1st eight games. Bishop, however, is revealing why he got first-team representatives early in training camp.-- Brooke PryorWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Panthers 40-7Week 7 position: 9Young riser: CB Mike SainristilWashington picked novice Sainristil, who transformed 24 previously this month, in the second cycle as a nickel edge, and also he became an immediate starter. He is actually listed at 5-foot-10, 182 pounds but plays greater than his size. Due to concerns at section with Emmanuel Forbes Jr., the Leaders relocated Sainristil outside-- recognizing he's better inside, however they needed him elsewhere. Previously this time, trainer Dan Quinn named him a "uncommon competition" as well as a leader-- not only for the other novices however likewise for the various other defensive spines.-- John Keimplay0:45 Dopp: Zach Ertz may be a TE banner optionDaniel Dopp clarifies why Zach Ertz could be a streaming possibility at limited end in Full week 8. Full week 7 outcome: Shed to the Ravens 41-31Week 7 rank: 7Young riser: CB Tykee SmithThe Bucs' 23-year-old newbie third-round selection and also starting nickelback forced fumbles in next weeks and recorded his first career interception on Oct. thirteen versus the Saints. Johnson possesses also had 2 tackles for a reduction, pair of quarterback hits and also pair of successfully pass separations.-- Jenna LaineWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Giants 28-3Week 7 rank: 13Young riser: DB Cooper DeJeanHis novice time got off to a slow beginning due to a hamstring personal injury he sustained this summertime, but he has actually been a difference-maker because becoming the starting nickel edge in Week 6. DeJean, 21, has actually submitted 10 addresses, half a sack and two quarterback pressures in pair of games, assisting to harden an unit that has actually provided nine factors total during that span. He additionally has actually managed as punting returner for hurt Britain Covey and also is actually averaging 11 backyards per gain.-- Tim McManusWeek 7 end result: Beat the Falcons 34-14Week 7 position: 14Young riser: OLB Derick HallHall's underwhelming novice season has paved the way to a second-year outbreak under Seat's brand-new coaching personnel. After documenting absolutely no sacks last period, the 2023 second-rounder leads the group with 5.0 sacks (ninth-most in the NFL). He also has three handles for loss-- actually matching his total from last period-- with pair of forced fumbles and a 64-yard scoop-and-score touchdown Sunday. The Seahawks' defensive face has been actually damaged by injuries over the very first 7 weeks, but the 24-year-old Venue has been actually a continuous pressure.-- Brady HendersonTop tales of the week from Receive exclusive access to thousands of fee posts a year from leading authors. u2022 Right among greatest sporting activities 'revenge labels' "u2022 College soccer: Who possesses fallen, gone? "u2022 NFL overreactions: Cougars manage the NFC" Additional ESPN+ content ".Week 7 outcome: Shed to the Chiefs 28-18Week 7 rank: 10Young riser: OL Dominick PuniPuni walked in to San Francisco and also right away laid his case to the starting correct shield job. It's a position that has actually been a weakness for much of coach Kyle Shanahan's tenure because 2017, yet Puni, 24, has actually presented very early indications of being actually the solution. There have actually been actually hiccups en route, however he possesses a 94.5% elapsed block win cost (11th amongst all protections), a 73.1% run block succeed fee (20th) as well as needs to remain to strengthen. That will be considerable for an offensive line that desperately needs an increase of premium, cost-controlled talent.-- Scar WagonerWeek 7 outcome: ByeWeek 7 ranking: 16Young riser: DT Gervon Dexter Sr.The second-year defensive address has actually been a major plus for the Bears' elapsed surge this period when he thought the 3-technique setting full time. Dexter ranks 3rd among all indoor defensive electrician with 5.0 sacks, which elements into the Bears' 8.4% sack percent (8th greatest in NFL). The majority of his colleagues indicate how Dexter, 23, changed his body system this offseason, which has actually played a direct job in his productivity. "His assignments have actually virtually been actually remarkable," defensive organizer Eric Washington said. "Thus, there have been no concerns as for him certainly not remaining in the placement to implement."-- Courtney CroninWeek 7 outcome: ByeWeek 7 position: 15Young riser: LB DeMarvion OvershownHe remained his rookie time because of a torn ACL in his remaining knee, but he has revealed the capability that captivated the Cowboys sufficient to make him a third-round pick in 2023. He opened up the time just as a nickel plan linebacker and has actually considering that ended up being an every-down linebacker, participating in all but 29 breaks before 4 games. The 24-year-old necessities to become extra constant, yet he has the rate to uncover almost anybody and counterbalance a slipup.-- Todd ArcherWeek 7 result: Lost to the Seahawks 34-14Week 7 ranking: 12Young riser: LG Matthew BergeronBergeron was driven right into a starting job on the outrageous line as a rookie last period as well as possessed growing discomforts. However in 2024, he has actually entered his personal level that is actually 11th in the league in pass block succeed fee (61%) as well as 17th in operate block succeed cost (70.9%). Bergeron, 24, has actually given up quarterback stress on 7.8% of passing snaps, the 12th-best result in the league one of nigh side protections (minimum 200 passing snaps) and has significant upside.-- Marc Raimondiplay1:36 Why Industry Yates would not start Kirk Cousins in fantasyField Yates malfunctions why he doesn't see Kirk Cousins as a starting quarterback in imagination schedules after a second organized bad performance.Week 7 outcome: Beat the Saints 33-10Week 7 position: 21Young riser: DB Riley MossIf Dab Surtain II mentions you play with fire and competition and also "ready the right way" at that point that must be actually trigger for pause. Moss, 24, has been actually exactly what is actually needed to have in the cornerback place across coming from Surtain-- one of the busiest spots in the defense as quarterbacks regularly stay away from Surtain's side. Moss (45 deals with and also one interception this season) is competitive, challenging as well as bodily as well as his length creates it hard to press the sphere past him. Yet very most essentially, he maintains his aggressiveness and also procedure after a fine or a large play. He gets back to the huddle and keeps having fun.-- Jeff LegwoldWeek 7 end result: Lost to the Cardinals 17-15Week 7 rank: 17Young riser: FB/DT Scott MatlockAs a novice defensive address last season, Matlock played largely on exclusive staffs. He was assumed to have an improved part on the internal defensive line this time, however train Jim Harbaugh shifted Matlock to fullback and he has actually been actually an essential part of the Chargers' rushing game. Matlock, 24, still plays defense as well as unique teams his 236 breaks are the 11th very most on the team. He is actually becoming an extremely unlikely but essential portion of among the NFL's ideal hurrying offenses.-- Kris RhimWeek 7 end result: Beat the Browns 21-14Week 7 rank: 23Young riser: TE Erick All of Jr.The 24-year-old novice entered into the game as a fourth-round pick along with reduced requirements after enduring an ACL accident in his last year at Iowa. However All swiftly became one of Cincinnati's leading tight end possibilities. He is actually second during that placement group in annoying snaps, according to NFL Next Generation Stats, responsible for experienced Drew Sample. And also while Sample has been a vital member due to his blocking, All offers Cincinnati its most well-rounded choice at tight edge. He has 16 catches this period reviewed to Example's four.-- Ben BabyWhat to understand for the 2025 NFL draft u2022 Early simulated draughts: Reid|Yates|Miller u2022 Kiper's Big Panel|Opening positions u2022 QB Hot Board|Seeker's projection u2022 Projected command|Analyses|Much more.Week 7 result: Beat the Dolphins 16-10Week 7 position: 19Young riser: CB Jaylon JonesJones was actually prepared to contend as a depth gamer, yet he has been raised away from necessity to the Colts' best outside cornerback circumstance. The 22-year aged, who was actually drafted in the seventh round in 2023, places 5th in the rank along with eight passes defensed this time. Jones has actually additionally generated a "tight home window" on thirty three% of tosses on which he has actually been actually targeted, according to NFL Next Generation Statistics. That is actually a commendable variety for a long-shot gamer that has been asked to play a substantial role in his 2nd time.-- Stephen HolderWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Chargers 17-15Week 7 position: 20Young riser: TE Trey McBrideMcBride emerged as a standout in 2014, getting a team-high 825 receiving backyards and also three goals. As well as he has continued his rise being one of the greatest strict ends in the league this time. The 24-year-old has the third-most celebrations (33 ), second-most aim ats (forty five) and fourth-most gardens (322) at the position.-- Josh WeinfussWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Broncos 33-10Week 7 rank: 18Young riser: CB Kool-Aid McKinstryMcKinstry has actually begun only game so far-- when Marshon Lattimore was out in Week 2-- as well as he mainly has actually been actually made use of in nickel or even dollar plans since that activity. He will obtain a much bigger task moving forward as a result of Paulson Adebo's season-ending lower leg personal injury. The 22-year-old perhaps will be starting the remainder of the season, which are going to give the Saints a prospective look of the future along with Adebo's arrangement running out in 2025.-- Katherine TerrellWeek 7 result: Beat the Raiders 20-15Week 7 position: 18Young riser: S Jaylen McColloughThe undrafted rookie possesses 3 interceptions in his past 2 games, consisting of pair of Sunday. The Rams have been actually looking for a playmaker in the additional and the 24-year-old McCollough has helped make a mark due to the fact that getting a rise in participating in time. He played merely 12 protective breaks just before the Rams' Week 5 loss to the Packers however has given that participated in thirty three.-- Sarah BarshopWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Steelers 37-15Week 7 rank: 22Young riser: LB Jamien SherwoodThe Jets don't possess many choices as a more mature team, but Sherwood has played well enough to supplant C.J. Mosley at a linebacker spot. Openly, Sherwood have not been actually sanctified, yet he has actually begun recent 5 video games even though Mosley is now healthy. Sherwood is actually a former college safety and security who delivers velocity as well as capability to the posture, which assists in elapsed protection. The 24-year-old likewise leads the group along with 58 tackles. He resides in the last year of his contract and can be eligible a wonderful pay day if he maintains it up.-- Rich CiminiWeek 7 result: Shed to the Colts 16-10Week 7 ranking: 24Young riser: RB Jaylen WrightThe Dolphins showed how a lot they valued Wright's capability when they traded a future third-round selection to make him in the 4th round in April. He blew away throughout training camp and also shined in his initial real chance of the time-- 86 gardens on thirteen holds in Miami's Week 5 sway the Patriots. With the talent as well as deepness in the Dolphins' backfield, Wright isn't very likely to kip down a novice season like De'Von Achane's in 2023. Yet Wright might create an effective young tandem along with Achane following period if he continues to generate.-- Marcel Louis-JacquesWeek 7 result: Lost to the Eagles 28-3Week 7 ranking: 25Young riser: CB Dru PhillipsA third-round choice previously this year, Phillips has actually been just one of the best efficient defensive spines in the game. He is actually tied for 2nd on the Giants along with 6 deals with for a loss as the nickel cornerback as well as has actually surrendered merely fifty obtaining backyards as the closest defender on 12 targets, according to Following Gen Stats. General supervisor Joe Schoen honored Phillips' physicality and also aggressiveness showing up of Kentucky. It appears to be converting to the NFL. Phillips, 22, has an odds to be some of the league's best nickel sections.-- Jordan RaananWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Patriots 32-16Week 7 rank: 31Young riser: RB Container BigsbyHe leads the Jaguars in rushing (415 lawns) as well as is 2nd in the NFL in yards every carry (6.2 ). Bigsby put up occupation highs in brings (26) and also yards (118) on Sunday with starter Travis Etienne Jr. sidelined because of a hamstring accident. The Jaguars still plan to utilize Etienne as the starter, however Bigsby has actually earned a larger job. He still requires to improve along with successfully pass security and receiving the ball. That's where Etienne has a substantial conveniences.-- Michael DiRoccoWeek 7 end result: Lost to the Rams 20-15Week 7 ranking: 27Young riser: LG Jackson Powers-JohnsonThe second-round draught choice observed his occupation leave to a sluggish start because of trauma. However Powers-Johnson, 21, has currently revealed flashes of being actually a fundamental repulsive collection item as a novice, each for his procedure and also attitude, given that coming to be a starter in Week 4. Coach Antonio Pierce mentioned he has currently been told by umpires to keep an eye on Powers-Johnson's aggression on the industry.-- Paul GutierrezWeek 7 result: Lost to the Bills 34-10Week 7 rank: 28Young riser: CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr. A genitals personal injury to Chidobe Awuzie landed Brownlee in the beginning schedule against the Dolphins in Week 4. Brownlee answered through helping limit receivers Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Mountain to a combined 8 celebrations for 63 backyards. The 23-year-old newbie cornerback has actually additionally been an aspect versus the operate. "I just enjoy with that side and wish to permit the planet recognize I'm one of the leading newbie cornerbacks," Brownlee said to ESPN. The Titans like Brownlee's hostile strategy to the placement, which he stated has actually been enriched through enjoying with pro L'Jarius Sneed.-- Turron DavenportWeek 7 result: Shed to the Bengals 21-14Week 7 ranking: 29Young riser: WR Cedric TillmanThe Browns possess one of the oldest rosters in the NFL as well as a number of their younger players have actually regressed this season. But if Sunday's loss is any indication, Tillman is actually a gamer to watch going forward. In the initial game due to the fact that Cleveland traded receiver Amari Cooper to the Expenses, Tillman had the second-most pops of any Browns recipient and also submitted occupation highs in targets (12 ), functions (8) as well as lawns (81 ). Tillman, 24, figures to possess an even more regular job in the outburst for the remainder of the period.-- Daniel Oyefusiplay1:55 Schefter details probability of Deshaun Watson's attend Cleveland being actually overAdam Schefter signs up with Dab McAfee and also reviews Deshaun Watson's future along with the Browns after the quarterback fractured his appropriate Achilles tendon.Week 7 end result: Shed to the Jaguars 32-16Week 7 position: 32Young riser: CB Religious GonzalezGonzalez, 22, is the group's No. 1 cornerback whose assurance revealed early in 2023 when he was named NFL Defensive Newbie of the Month for September-- only the 3rd defender in franchise business background to get such an honor. Now in his 2nd season, he has come back from a dislocated shoulder that sidelined him for 13 games and also has actually been actually entrusted with covering the opponent's No. 1 pass receiver. "He goes as well as obtains the competition-- plays inside, participates in outside," cornerbacks coach Mike Pellegrino pointed out. "That is actually challenging to accomplish in the National Soccer League. He is actually stepped up to the obstacle."-- Mike ReissWeek 7 result: Lost to the Commanders 40-7Week 7 ranking: 30Young riser: ILB Trevin WallaceWallace, 21, showed peeks of celebrity component in training camp, helping make plays including his pick-six versus Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers during a joint technique. He wasn't acquiring much having fun opportunity till 4 full weeks back when each beginning inside endorsers, Shaq Thompson (Achilles) and also Josey Jewell (hamstring muscle), decreased due to injuries. He has been a dealing with device recent three games-- his 34 addresses rank third on the team, and also he is actually tied for very first with two tackles for loss.-- David Newton.