Top 10 NFL Rookies Of 2012
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Andrew Luck
Quarterback - Indianapolis Colts
Luck is hoped to be the next great Colts quarterback since the departure of Peyton Manning.
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Robert Griffin III
Quarterback - Washington Redskins
The Redskins need Griffin III to be the long term offensive leader that has been missing on their team for the last decade.
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Trent Richardson
Running Back - Clevelend Browns
Having not made the playoffs since 2003 and finishing nearly last in rushing for the 2011 season, Browns fans are hoping that Richardson will give their offense the boost it needs to make them relevant again.
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Matt Kalil
Offensive Tackle - Minnesota Vikings
Kalil is arguably the best offensive lineman in the draft, this is good news for a Vikings team that was 5th in sacks allowed last season.
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Justin Blackmon
Wide Receiver - Jacksonville Jaguars
After running into some trouble with the law this offseason, the Jaguars are hoping Blackmon can mature as a professional and help them improve offensively.
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Morris Claiborne
Cornerback - Dallas Cowboys
After the release of long time starting cornerback Terence Newman, the Cowboys moved up in the draft and named Claiborne as the future leader of their secondary.
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David DeCastro
Guard - Pittsburg Steelers
The Steelers have completely overhauled their offensive line this offseason and are rebuilding it with DeCastro as one of the main ingredients.
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Luke Kuechly
Inside Linebacker - Carolina Panthers
After leading the nation in tackles during his final college season, the Panthers are expecting Kuechly to bring some serious force to their defense this upcoming season.
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Melvin Ingram
Outside Linebacker - San Diego Chargers
Ingram was one of the most sought after pass rushers in the draft, the Chargers need him to come off the edge and pressure the quarterback.
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Mark Barron
Strong Safety - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Barron is a strong player with diverse ability, he is athletic enough to play the ball and jump routes but still maintaines enough size to stop the run.
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