CBS Sports has released its Midseason All-Rookie Team for the 2026 NFL season, highlighting standout first-year players through Week 8.
Offense
Quarterback Jalon Daniels of the Buccaneers leads the offense as the only rookie quarterback with significant playing time, completing 60 of 98 passes for 501 yards, three touchdowns, and five interceptions. Running back Jeremiyah Love of the Cardinals tops rookie rushers with 76 carries despite missing time due to an ankle injury. At wide receiver, K.C. Concepcion (Browns) has 33 receptions for 352 yards, while Carnell Tate (Titans) leads all rookies with 34 catches and 413 yards. Denzel Boston (Browns) adds a deep threat with multiple 20-yard receptions. Tight end Kenyon Sadiq (Jets) paces rookie tight ends with 17 receptions and 186 yards. The offensive line features left tackle Spencer Fano (Browns), left guard Kadyn Proctor (Dolphins), center Jake Slaughter (Chargers), right guard Vega Ioane (Ravens), and right tackle Blake Miller (Lions).
Defense
Defensive tackles Gracen Halton (49ers) and Skyler Gill-Howard (Lions) have combined for four sacks and 23 pressures. Edge rushers David Bailey (Jets) leads all rookies with 5.5 sacks and 26 pressures, while Gabe Jacas (Patriots) has 3.0 sacks and 23 pressures. Linebackers Arvell Reese (Giants), Sonny Styles (Commanders), and Kendal Daniels (Falcons) each have an interception and at least 50 tackles. Cornerbacks Mansoor Delane (Chiefs) and Malik Muhammad (Bears) have shown strong coverage skills, though Muhammad has a 19.2% missed tackle rate. Safeties Emmanuel McNeil-Warren (Browns) and Zakee Wheatley (Panthers) have contributed with range and playmaking, including Wheatley's interception and forced fumble.
