NFL identifies top preseason risers from all 32 teams
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Last updated Jul 31, 2026
ESPN highlights players from each NFL team who have made significant impacts during preseason training camps. The analysis focuses on those athletes who launched their careers with standout performances. Each team’s representative showcases the importance of preseason in shaping player trajectories and opening roster spots ahead of the regular season.
- •One player from each of the 32 NFL teams is featured.
- •The spotlight is on career-defining preseason performances.
- •The piece explores how training camp impacts player selection.
- •Historically, standout preseason players have earned roster spots.
- •The analysis is published as training camps commence.
- 11:58 AMESPN — Who are the top NFL preseason risers of all time? We picked one player from all 32 teams
"Let's look back to when 32 NFL players kick-started their careers with strong performances in training camp and the preseason -- one from each team.
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