.NFL Nation, ESPNOct 22, 2024, 07:00 AM ETWelcome to Full week 8 of the 2024 NFL season.The Kansas Area Chiefs are the only undefeated group, as the Minnesota Vikings preserved their first reduction of the season to the Detroit Lions in Full Week 7. The New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers and Cleveland Browns all fell to 1-6 with reductions. Meanwhile, the Washington Commanders and also Philadelphia Eagles gained big.We have actually upgraded the positions and also talked to NFL Country reporters to pick one youthful riser for each staff. Our experts specified a "young riser" as a gamer under 25 years old that have not currently established themself as a best gamer yet is actually creating surges this time. These 32 players get on the rise with seven weeks this season.Let's start with the Chiefs.Our electrical power board of more than 80 writers, editors and also TV characters reviews how NFL teams compare one another, rating all of them coming from 1 to 32. Previous positions: Preseason|Full week 2|Full week 3|Full week 4|Full week 5|Week 6|Full week 7Jump to a crew: ARI|ATL|BAL|BUF|AUTO|CHI|CINCLE|DAL|DEN|DET|GIGABYTE|HOU|INDJAX|KC|UTT|LAR|LV|MIA|MINNE|NO|NYG|NYJ|PHI|PIT|SFSEA|TB|10|WSHWeek 7 result: Beat the 49ers 28-18Week 7 ranking: 1Young riser: DB Chamarri ConnerConner, 24, has actually helped make a number of plays as a port edge, protection and also linebacker. In the fourth quarter of what would be actually a one-point sway the Bengals, Conner recovered a fumble as well as returned it for a touchdown to give the Chiefs a lead. He eventually fired quarterback Joe Shelter on third up to end Cincinnati's final belongings, offering the reception back to Kansas Metropolitan area for its winning basket push.-- Adam TeicherWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Vikings 31-29Week 7 rank: 3Young riser: S Brian BranchBranch was actually a proven playmaker as a rookie in 2023, along with 3 interceptions as mainly a nickel cornerback. However in Year 2, Detroit's coaching staff decided to switch the 23-year-old to security to enable him more liberty to roam within their system. Limb is actually an early outbreak superstar for the defense along with four interceptions as well as 11 passes shielded in 5 appeals this season. After the Lions' triumph Sunday, Limb stated protective planner Aaron Glenn was actually placing him in "settings to produce plays."-- Eric WoodyardWeek 7 result: Beat the Titans 34-10Week 7 ranking: 6Young riser: CB Religious BenfordSince training camp, Benford has presented why he may be a steady as well as tough lasting starter. He has actually lost hope 3.7 lawns per intended as the nearby protector this period, connected for the third fewest by a gamer along with 20 or even even more aim ats, every NFL Next Gen Stats. Among cornerbacks along with 200 or additional protection pops, Benford, 24, has actually surrendered the second-lowest completion percentage as the local guardian (51.6%)." [Benford] recognizes what it takes, he works hard on a daily basis ... like incredibly challenging," fellow beginning outdoors section Rasul Douglas mentioned this time. "He studies. He is actually simply secured, he is actually centered."-- Alaina GetzenbergWeek 7 outcome: Beat the Bucs 41-31Week 7 rank: 5Young riser: OT Roger RosengartenRavens basic manager Eric DeCosta targeted Rosengarten, 22, in the second round of this year's draught, and also it's evident why. He is the very first second-round choice to begin this early for Baltimore given that offensive electrician Kelechi Osemele in 2012. After Rosengarten came to be the starting right handle in Week 3, the Ravens' annoying line began to hit and aided Baltimore place in the leading five in total objectionable yards. Rosengarten has actually mastered opening streets for running back Derrick Henry, ranking second one of correct tackles with a 83.3% run block gain rate.-- Jamison Hensleyplay1:34 Belichick impressed with what he has viewed from RavensBill Belichick clarifies to Pat McAfee what is operating well for Lamar Jackson as well as the Ravens' offense.Week 7 result: Beat the Texans 24-22Week 7 rank: 8Young riser: TE Tucker KraftThere are a lot of younger risers to choose coming from given that virtually three-quarters of the roster is 25 or much younger: Thirty-eight of the 53 players qualify. But when it comes to a person in that generation whose stage show has increased, look no further than Kraft. He captured his fourth goal successfully pass of the time Sunday actually, all four of his TD catches have actually been available in recent 4 games. The 23-year-old is actually tied for the crew top in touchdown catches and rankings third in functions (21) and acquiring gardens (264 ).-- Rob DemovskyWeek 7 result: Lost to the Lions 31-29Week 7 rank: 2Young riser: PK Will certainly ReichardThe novice sixth-rounder has actually produced all 30 of his attempts this period, consisting of 18-for-18 on added point efforts and also 12-for-12 on basket makes an effort, the most through any type of NFL secret this period without a skip. That includes 4 construct from 53 yards or longer, and trainer Kevin O'Connell said he was actually prepared to deliver Reichard, 23, for a 68-yard effort to win the Vikings' Full week 7 video game before a fine pushed free throw line back 5 lawns.-- Kevin SeifertFollow the NFL all period long.u2022 Total schedule"|Standings "u2022 Intensity charts for every team "u2022 Transactions"|Accidents "u2022 Soccer Electrical Power Index "u2022 Playoff picture forecasts "Additional NFL insurance coverage ".Week 7 result: Lost to the Packers 24-22Week 7 position: 4Young riser: S Calen BullockBullock, 21, has been actually an enjoyable surprise in his newbie period. He leads the team in interceptions (pair of) as well as is actually matched for 2nd in successfully pass curvatures (four). When opposing quarterbacks intended Bullock, they have a passer ranking of 46.9. The 2024 third-rounder has actually come to be a starter for the Texans' self defense and also has a ball-hawk cost of 50%, which is actually easily the highest possible contrasted to the other protective backs. There have actually been some newbie oversights when Bullock has actually been actually beat through receivers downfield, but the very early come backs possess the Texans pleased.-- DJ Bien-AimeWeek 7 result: Beat the Jets 37-15Week 7 ranking: 11Young riser: CB Beanie Bishop Jr.There's a lot of options on a crew as young as the Steelers, yet it is actually tough to opt for anybody aside from the 24-year-old rookie undrafted free agent after his pair of interceptions versus quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Diocesan had a bounce-back efficiency after obtaining picked apart through quarterback Dak Prescott pair of full weeks earlier, and also he performed it in a huge technique, almost returning his 2nd occupation interception for a touchdown. The Steelers got in the season without any apparent beneficiary to the port edge location, and also it showed up the Steelers will have to get along with Cameron Sutton put on hold the first 8 video games. Bishop, though, is actually revealing why he earned first-team representatives early in training camp.-- Brooke PryorWeek 7 end result: Beat the Panthers 40-7Week 7 rank: 9Young riser: CB Mike SainristilWashington chose rookie Sainristil, that switched 24 previously this month, in the second round as a nickel edge, and also he came to be an immediate starter. He's listed at 5-foot-10, 182 extra pounds but plays much bigger than his dimension. Due to issues at corner along with Emmanuel Forbes Jr., the Leaders relocated Sainristil outside-- recognizing he's far better inside, but they required him in other places. Previously this time, trainer Dan Quinn named him a "uncommon rival" and an innovator-- certainly not simply for the various other newbies however additionally for the other protective spines.-- John Keimplay0:45 Dopp: Zach Ertz could be a TE streamer optionDaniel Dopp discusses why Zach Ertz could be a streaming alternative at strict end in Week 8. Week 7 end result: Shed to the Ravens 41-31Week 7 position: 7Young riser: CB Tykee SmithThe Bucs' 23-year-old newbie third-round pick and also beginning nickelback pressured fumbles in next weeks and also captured his 1st profession interception on Oct. thirteen against the Saints. Smith has also had pair of handles for a loss, pair of quarterback favorites as well as 2 pass breaks up.-- Jenna LaineWeek 7 result: Beat the Giants 28-3Week 7 position: 13Young riser: DB Cooper DeJeanHis newbie period got off to a slow start due to a hamstring accident he suffered this summer season, yet he has actually been actually a difference-maker due to the fact that coming to be the beginning nickel section in Full week 6. DeJean, 21, has uploaded 10 handles, half a sack and pair of quarterback stress in two activities, aiding to harden a system that has yielded nine aspects amount to in that period. He additionally has actually consumed as punt returner for hurt Britain Covey as well as is actually averaging 11 yards every profit.-- 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 outbreak under Seat's new mentoring team. After taping zero sacks last time, the 2023 second-rounder leads the crew along with 5.0 sacks (ninth-most in the NFL). He also has three tackles for loss-- already matching his overall from final time-- along with pair of pressured fumbles and a 64-yard scoop-and-score touchdown Sunday. The Seahawks' defensive front end has been actually ruined through injuries over the very first seven weeks, yet the 24-year-old Hall has actually been actually a consistent power.-- Brady HendersonTop tales of the week coming from Receive exclusive access to countless fee short articles a year from top article writers. u2022 Freedom amongst greatest sporting activities 'revenge headlines' "u2022 College volleyball: Who possesses dropped, gone? "u2022 NFL overreactions: Cougars manage the NFC" Additional ESPN+ content ".Full week 7 result: Shed to the Chiefs 28-18Week 7 ranking: 10Young riser: OL Dominick PuniPuni strolled in to San Francisco and also instantly staked his case to the starting appropriate protection task. It's a position that has been a weakness for a lot of trainer Kyle Shanahan's tenure considering that 2017, however Puni, 24, has actually presented early indicators of being the service. There have actually been actually hiccups along the road, however he has a 94.5% successfully pass block succeed cost (11th one of all guards), a 73.1% operate block win cost (20th) and should remain to enhance. That will be substantial for an offensive line that frantically needs to have an increase of quality, cost-controlled skill.-- Scar WagonerWeek 7 outcome: ByeWeek 7 rank: 16Young riser: DT Gervon Dexter Sr.The second-year defensive take on has actually been actually a primary plus for the Bears' elapsed surge this season when he supposed the 3-technique placement full time. Dexter ranks 3rd among all internal defensive linemen along with 5.0 sacks, which elements into the Bears' 8.4% sack percentage (eighth ideal in NFL). A lot of his colleagues indicate how Dexter, 23, transformed his body this offseason, which has actually played a direct job in his productivity. "His jobs have almost been actually flawless," protective coordinator Eric Washington mentioned. "Thus, there have actually been actually no concerns as far as him certainly not being in the position to implement."-- Courtney CroninWeek 7 end result: ByeWeek 7 rank: 15Young riser: LB DeMarvion OvershownHe sat out his rookie time as a result of a torn ACL in his left side knee, but he has actually revealed the capacity that fascinated the Cowboys enough to make him a third-round choice in 2023. He opened up the period just like a nickel package linebacker as well as has given that become an every-down linebacker, playing just about 29 pops previously 4 games. The 24-year-old requirements to become extra steady, however he has the velocity to locate just about any person and also balance a mistake.-- Todd ArcherWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Seahawks 34-14Week 7 ranking: 12Young riser: LG Matthew BergeronBergeron was thrust right into a starting job on the outrageous pipes as a novice last season as well as possessed expanding aches. Yet in 2024, he has entered into his personal level that is actually 11th in the organization in pass block gain cost (61%) as well as 17th in run block win fee (70.9%). Bergeron, 24, has actually quit quarterback tensions on 7.8% of passing breaks, the 12th-best mark in the league among remaining shields (minimum 200 passing snaps) and also possesses sizable upside.-- Marc Raimondiplay1:36 Why Field Yates would certainly certainly not begin Kirk Cousins in fantasyField Yates malfunctions why he does not check out Kirk Cousins as a beginning quarterback in dream schedules after a 2nd straight bad performance.Week 7 result: Beat the Saints 33-10Week 7 position: 21Young riser: DB Riley MossIf Dab Surtain II states you risk and also competitiveness as well as "prepare properly" then that should be cause for pause. Moss, 24, has been actually specifically what's needed to have in the cornerback spot across from Surtain-- one of the busiest spots in the protection as quarterbacks routinely stay away from Surtain's side. Moss (forty five takes on as well as one interception this time) is actually affordable, hard and also physical as well as his span creates it tough to squeeze the sphere past him. But most importantly, he maintains his aggression and also approach after a charge or even a significant play. He gets back to the huddle and also goes on having fun.-- Jeff LegwoldWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Cardinals 17-15Week 7 position: 17Young riser: FB/DT Scott MatlockAs a newbie defensive tackle last season, Matlock participated in predominantly on special staffs. He was assumed to have a raised task on the interior defensive line this time, however instructor Jim Harbaugh shifted Matlock to fullback and also he has actually been actually an essential part of the Chargers' hurrying activity. Matlock, 24, still participates in self defense as well as special groups his 236 pops are the 11th most on the crew. He is actually emerging as an unexpected yet essential part of some of the NFL's absolute best rushing offenses.-- Kris RhimWeek 7 end result: Beat the Browns 21-14Week 7 position: 23Young riser: TE Erick All of Jr.The 24-year-old novice went into the organization as a fourth-round choice with reduced desires after going through an ACL accident in his last year at Iowa. Yet All rapidly became one of Cincinnati's leading precarious end options. He is actually 2nd during that setting team in outrageous pops, depending on to NFL Next Gen Statistics, behind proficient Drew Sample. As well as while Sample has actually been actually an invaluable member due to his stopping, All offers Cincinnati its own very most well-shaped possibility at precarious end. He has 16 catches this season contrasted to Sample's four.-- Ben BabyWhat to understand for the 2025 NFL draft u2022 Very early mock drafts: Reid|Yates|Miller u2022 Kiper's Big Board|Role positions u2022 QB Hot Board|Seeker's forecast u2022 Projected order|Analyses|Even more.Full week 7 result: Beat the Dolphins 16-10Week 7 ranking: 19Young riser: CB Jaylon JonesJones was prepared to compete as a deepness gamer, however he has been actually elevated away from requirement to the Colts' leading outside cornerback scenario. The 22-year outdated, who was actually prepared in the 7th round in 2023, ranks fifth in the rank with eight passes defensed this time. Jones has actually additionally produced a "limited home window" on thirty three% of tosses on which he has been targeted, depending on to NFL Next Generation Statistics. That's a commendable number for a long-shot player that has actually been asked to participate in a substantial job in his 2nd time.-- Stephen HolderWeek 7 result: Beat the Chargers 17-15Week 7 rank: 20Young riser: TE Trey McBrideMcBride emerged as a standout in 2013, taking hold of a team-high 825 getting backyards and three goals. As well as he has actually proceeded his rise as being one of the very best strict ends in the game this period. The 24-year-old has the third-most events (thirty three ), second-most targets (forty five) and also fourth-most lawns (322) at the placement.-- Josh WeinfussWeek 7 end result: Lost to the Broncos 33-10Week 7 rank: 18Young riser: CB Kool-Aid McKinstryMcKinstry has begun only video game up until now-- when Marshon Lattimore was actually out in Week 2-- and he mainly has been actually used in nickel or dollar bundles because that video game. He's about to obtain a considerably larger function proceeding because of Paulson Adebo's season-ending lower leg personal injury. The 22-year-old possibly are going to be actually starting the remainder of the period, which are going to give the Saints a potential peek of the future with Adebo's contract ending in 2025.-- Katherine TerrellWeek 7 result: Beat the Raiders 20-15Week 7 position: 18Young riser: S Jaylen McColloughThe undrafted rookie has three interceptions in his previous two games, including two Sunday. The Rams have actually been searching for a playmaker in the secondary as well as the 24-year-old McCollough has produced a smudge because obtaining an increase in participating in time. He played simply 12 defensive snaps before the Rams' Week 5 loss to the Packers yet has because played 33.-- Sarah BarshopWeek 7 end result: Dropped to the Steelers 37-15Week 7 position: 22Young riser: LB Jamien SherwoodThe Planes don't have many choices as a much older staff, but Sherwood has played all right to replace C.J. Mosley at a linebacker area. Openly, Sherwood hasn't been anointed, yet he has actually started recent five activities despite the fact that Mosley is actually now healthy. Sherwood is actually a past university security that delivers speed as well as skill-set to the setting, which helps in successfully pass insurance coverage. The 24-year-old additionally leads the crew along with 58 addresses. He's in the last year of his contract and can be eligible a wonderful income time if he keeps it up.-- Rich CiminiWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Colts 16-10Week 7 ranking: 24Young riser: RB Jaylen WrightThe Dolphins showed how much they valued Wright's skill set when they traded a potential third-round choice to make him in the fourth round in April. He made an impression on throughout training camp and also shined in his very first genuine chance of the season-- 86 backyards on 13 lugs in Miami's Week 5 draw the Patriots. Along with the ability as well as intensity in the Dolphins' backfield, Wright isn't very likely to kip down a newbie time like De'Von Achane's in 2023. Yet Wright might develop a powerful young tandem with Achane upcoming season if he continues to make.-- Marcel Louis-JacquesWeek 7 outcome: Shed to the Eagles 28-3Week 7 ranking: 25Young riser: CB Dru PhillipsA third-round pick previously this year, Phillips has been among the best successful defensive spines in the league. He is actually tied for second on the Giants with six tackles for a loss as the nickel cornerback as well as has lost hope merely 50 obtaining gardens as the nearby protector on 12 intendeds, according to Following Generation Stats. Overall supervisor Joe Schoen honored Phillips' physicality as well as aggressiveness visiting of Kentucky. It seems to become converting to the NFL. Phillips, 22, possesses an opportunity to be among the organization's finest nickel sections.-- Jordan RaananWeek 7 end result: Beat the Patriots 32-16Week 7 position: 31Young riser: RB Tank BigsbyHe leads the Jaguars in hurrying (415 yards) as well as is actually second in the NFL in lawns per lug (6.2 ). Bigsby put up job highs in holds (26) as well as yards (118) on Sunday along with starter Travis Etienne Jr. sidelined due to a hamstring trauma. The Jaguars still plan to use Etienne as the starter, however Bigsby has actually earned a much bigger part. He still requires to strengthen with elapsed defense and receiving the sphere. That is actually where Etienne has a notable conveniences.-- Michael DiRoccoWeek 7 end result: Lost to the Rams 20-15Week 7 rank: 27Young riser: LG Jackson Powers-JohnsonThe second-round draft selection viewed his job leave to a slow-moving begin as a result of injury. However Powers-Johnson, 21, has actually actually presented flashes of being actually a fundamental outrageous series item as a rookie, each for his method and also mindset, because becoming a starter in Full week 4. Coach Antonio Pierce mentioned he has actually already been actually informed through umpires to keep an eye on Powers-Johnson's hostility on the field.-- Paul GutierrezWeek 7 end result: Dropped to the Expenses 34-10Week 7 position: 28Young riser: CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr. A genitals personal injury to Chidobe Awuzie landed Brownlee in the starting lineup against the Dolphins in Full week 4. Brownlee reacted through assisting restriction receivers Jaylen Waddle as well as Tyreek Hill to a consolidated eight receptions for 63 gardens. The 23-year-old novice cornerback has actually likewise been an aspect versus the operate. "I only have fun with that side and also want to let the globe understand I are among the best rookie cornerbacks," Brownlee said to ESPN. The Titans love Brownlee's aggressive method to the placement, which he claimed has been actually enriched by enjoying with professional L'Jarius Sneed.-- Turron DavenportWeek 7 result: Dropped to the Bengals 21-14Week 7 ranking: 29Young riser: WR Cedric TillmanThe Browns have one of the oldest lineups in the NFL and also several of their younger players have actually regressed this season. But if Sunday's loss is any type of evidence, Tillman is a gamer to watch going ahead. In the first activity considering that Cleveland traded recipient Amari Cooper to the Expenses, Tillman possessed the second-most pops of any type of Browns recipient and submitted career highs in targets (12 ), celebrations (8) and also lawns (81 ). Tillman, 24, figures to have an extra consistent job in the outburst for the remainder of the time.-- Daniel Oyefusiplay1:55 Schefter details option of Deshaun Watson's attend Cleveland being overAdam Schefter signs up with Pat McAfee and also explains Deshaun Watson's future with the Browns after the quarterback burst his best Achilles tendon.Week 7 result: Dropped to the Jaguars 32-16Week 7 ranking: 32Young riser: CB Religious GonzalezGonzalez, 22, is actually the crew's No. 1 cornerback whose commitment revealed early in 2023 when he was actually called NFL Defensive Newbie of the Month for September-- simply the third defender in franchise history to get such an honor. Right now in his 2nd time, he has come back from a disjointed shoulder that sidelined him for thirteen activities as well as has actually been actually entrusted along with dealing with the rival's No. 1 wide receiver. "He goes and acquires the matchup-- participates in within, participates in outside," cornerbacks train Mike Pellegrino pointed out. "That is actually difficult to perform in the National Football Game. He's stepped up to the obstacle."-- Mike ReissWeek 7 outcome: Shed to the Commanders 40-7Week 7 position: 30Young riser: ILB Trevin WallaceWallace, 21, showed looks of superstar component in training camp, producing plays including his pick-six against Planes quarterback Aaron Rodgers during the course of a shared technique. He wasn't getting a lot having fun time up until four weeks ago when each starting inside underwriters, Shaq Thompson (Achilles) as well as Josey Jewell (weakening), decreased due to traumas. He has been actually a handling equipment the past three games-- his 34 handles ranking 3rd on the staff, and also he's matched for initial with 2 addresses for reduction.-- David Newton.