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Each NFL team’s rookie most primed to make an instant impact

By Michael Johnson

TEMPE, ARIZONA - MAY 29: Quarterback Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals practices during team OTA's at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center on May 29, 2019 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
TEMPE, ARIZONA - MAY 29: Quarterback Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals practices during team OTA's at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center on May 29, 2019 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /
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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – APRIL 25: Josh Allen of Kentucky reacts after being chosen #7 overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – APRIL 25: Josh Allen of Kentucky reacts after being chosen #7 overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft on April 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

Jacksonville Jaguars – EDGE Josh Allen

Do not expect Josh Allen to get used in coverage. According to defensive coordinator Todd Wash, you won’t see much of that. Wash made it clear Allen was drafted to be a defensive end in his 4-3 scheme and he sees Allen as a 15-sack per year guy.

With a confident coach, Allen is primed for success. His athletic traits stand out but what’s more impressive his bendability. Quarterbacks in his division will get familiar with him quickly thanks to his relentlessness and burst. Although the Jags don’t want to exploit his skills in coverage, using him in certain situations would still be beneficial.

Kansas City Chiefs – S Juan Thornhill

The Chiefs needed to find a player who could complement Tyrann Mathieu and that’s rookie safety Juan Thornhill. The duo will make a solid 1-2 punch and Mathieu will help the rookie stand out in Steve Spagnuolo’s defense.

Thornhill’s experience at corner makes him a solid chess piece. He can lineup in the slot against bigger receivers and tight ends. He’s a plus tackler who can probably play in the box a little thanks to his size (6-0, 205 pounds). Ultimately, his value lies in his football IQ, his route recognition and ability to diagnose plays at a high level.

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