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The article projects the top 11 rookie offensive players expected to make an immediate impact in the 2025 NFL season, highlighting players like Bryce Ward, Jeanty, Hunter, Loveland, and Membou, among others, and discusses their backgrounds, skills, and potential contributions to their teams.
Several Day 3 picks from the 2023 NFL Draft are expected to make an instant impact due to their talent and opportunity on their new teams. Darius Rush, a cornerback for the Colts, and Kei'Trel Clark, a cornerback for the Cardinals, are expected to excel in their respective positions. DeMario Douglas, a wide receiver for the Patriots, and Antoine Green, a wide receiver for the Lions, are expected to be viable chain-moving targets for their teams. DeWayne McBride, a running back for the Vikings, is expected to shoulder a between-the-tackles workload and has a path to carries due to uncertainty about Dalvin Cook's future.
With the NFL draft class of 2023 now in the league, analysts are predicting which rookies will have an instant impact on their teams. The top 10 list includes WRs Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Zay Flowers, Quentin Johnston, Jordan Addison, and CB Christian Gonzalez. However, the top spot goes to Darnell Wright, an offensive tackle for the Bears, who is expected to have the biggest direct impact on his team as a starting right tackle and elite pass protector.