Rookie Quarterbacks Face Mixed Results in NFL Debuts
Jayden Daniels, Caleb Williams, and others show promise but also highlight growing pains in their first professional games.
- Jayden Daniels demonstrated his dual-threat potential despite a loss, showcasing significant rushing ability for the Washington Commanders.
- Caleb Williams led the Chicago Bears to a comeback win, though his performance was marred by inefficiency and reliance on defense and special teams.
- Rhamondre Stevenson carried the New England Patriots to victory with a dominant rushing performance, easing the transition for their new head coach.
- The Seattle Seahawks leaned on their running game to secure a win in Mike Macdonald's coaching debut, overcoming a shaky first half.
- Houston Texans' new additions, Stefon Diggs and Joe Mixon, played pivotal roles in their narrow victory over the Indianapolis Colts.
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