Ayden Garnes ranked among top graded NFL rookies in preseason

Cornerback Ayden Garnes is ranked 10th on Pro Football Focus' list of highest graded rookies after Week 2 of the 2026 NFL preseason. He has received an overall grade of 86.9 and a coverage grade of 90.4, allowing only four completions on seven targets for 54 yards across 53 coverage snaps. Garnes recorded an interception and returned a pass for a touchdown against the New York Jets in his debut. As an undrafted rookie, his performance is critical as roster cuts approach, with Tampa Bay Buccaneers evaluating a restructured secondary that includes notable young players.

• 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — Ayden Garnes lands among PFF’s highest graded rookies