Rookies Ty Simpson and Mike Washington lead 2026 NFL all-preseason standouts

NFL teams have concluded their 2026 preseason schedules, highlighting several players who utilized increased reps to secure roster spots or depth positions. Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson earned preseason MVP honors, completing 47 of 60 passes for 382 yards and three touchdowns without recording a turnover. Ravens quarterback Joe Fagnano led the league in passing yards, while Raiders running back Mike Washington Jr. averaged 7.9 yards per carry during his appearances. Cardinals receiver Jalen Brooks also finished as a top performer with 222 receiving yards across four games. These performances provide coaches with necessary data as rosters are finalized for the upcoming regular season.

• 7:40 AMYahoo Sports — NFL All-Preseason team: Ty Simpson, Mike Washington, D'Zhaun Stribling among biggest standouts in 2026