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Grading all 32 NFL first-round rookies after Week 1

32 NFL first-round rookies graded after Week 1

By · Published September 16, 2026 at 00:46 UTC · Updated September 16, 2026 at 00:46 UTC

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All 32 NFL first-round rookies have been graded after Week 1 of the 2026 season. The grading was done by Pro Football Focus. Sports Illustrated and CBS Sports have highlighted the strong debuts of several rookies, including five players who 'balled out' in their NFL debuts.

These debuts have sparked questions about the sustainability of the early success. CBS Sports has questioned whether the early success of these rookies is sustainable. 247Sports has noted the strong debuts of multiple Buckeyes in the NFL. The grading by Pro Football Focus will be a key factor in determining the long-term success of these rookies.

The sustainability of their early success will be a major storyline in the coming weeks.

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Questions people are asking

Which NFL rookies were graded highest?

Coverage does not yet specify the exact grades given to each rookie.

What impact will the grading have on the rookies?

The grading will be a key factor in determining the long-term success of the rookies.

Will the early success of the rookies be sustainable?

CBS Sports has questioned whether the early success of the rookies is sustainable.

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