After roughly two handfuls of teams began Organized Team Activities (OTAs) last week, an additional 11 clubs joined them this week. It represents the first opportunity for rookies selected throughout the 2026 NFL Draft to rub shoulders with their veteran teammates in practice-like settings. Tackling isn't permitted, but 7-on-7, 9-on-7, and 11-on-11 drills are permitted.From first-round picks to late-round sleepers, a number of prospects will start turning heads and making early impressions. OTAs are officially in full-swing for most NFL teams. We've identified 10 rookies who are worth monitoring at practice.2026 NFL Draft: 10 Breakout Rookies Practicing at OTAs This WeekTy Simpson, QB, Los Angeles RamsApr 24, 2026; Inglewood, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams first-round draft pick Ty Simpson speaks to media during a press conference at Code Next at Hollywood Park. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images | Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn ImagesLos Angeles Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson reported to OTAs having already had his future outlook altered. Starting quarterback Matthew Stafford recently signed a one-year extension that keeps him under contract through 2027. Simpson has discussed his willingness to learn from Stafford and that potential multi-year process began at OTAs earlier this week. There's absolutely no immediate pressure to perform.Jadarian Price, RB, Seattle SeahawksRunning back Jadarian Price during Notre Dame football's Pro Day at Irish Athletic Center on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in South Bend. | MICHAEL CLUBB/SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesSeattle Seahawks rookie running back Jadarian Price made a quick impression at rookie minicamp and should continue building momentum for himself at OTAs. The former Notre Dame standout has incredibly big shoes to fill. The Seahawks have tasked him with replacing Super Bowl 60 MVP Kenneth Walker III. Price is a dynamic and versatile runner who is quickly endearing himself to his coaches.Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Tampa Bay BuccaneersApr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesRueben Bain Jr. slid to No. 15 overall in the NFL Draft partially due to physical shortcomings. The early word from Tampa Bay Buccaneers OTAs is that teams will regret overthinking his pre-draft evaluation. Bain is said to have looked extremely powerful, rangy, and violent at practice. He's a potential Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate in Todd Bowles' aggressive defense.Chris Brazzell II, WR, Carolina PanthersChris Brazzell II reaches for the ball during Tennessee Football Pro Day 2026, at University of Tennessee on March 31, 2026. | Angelina Alcantar/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesCarolina Panthers wide receiver Chris Brazzell II entered OTAs earlier this week trying to compete for reps behind reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year Tetairoa McMillan. The rookie third-round pick has looked great to begin practice. Brazzell is a big and fluid target and his hands have impressed at OTAs. Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette could be facing competition for targets.Mansoor Delane, CB, Kansas City ChiefsApr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; LSU Tigers defensive back Mansoor Delane poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesThe Kansas City Chiefs return to OTAs having totally revamped their cornerback room this offseason. First-round pick Mansoor Delane will face enormous pressure to quickly replace outgoing starters Jaylen Watson and Trent McDuffie. That's precisely why the Chiefs got so aggressive in their trade up for Delane. He has every trait needed to quickly turn heads at OTAs.Makai Lemon, WR, Philadelphia EaglesMay 1, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Makai Lemon (9) runs drills during rookie minicamp at NovaCare Complex. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn ImagesThe Philadelphia Eagles are still expected to trade A.J. Brown this offseason. That'll place another layer of expectations on rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon. The Eagles will have completed six OTA practices by June 4. Lemon possesses a handful of sessions to swiftly prove he'll help replace the production lost from the three-time Pro Bowler.CJ Allen, LB, Indianapolis ColtsNov 28, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) in action against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
10 Rookies Beginning OTAs This Week With Massive Breakout Buzz
After roughly two handfuls of teams began Organized Team Activities (OTAs) last week, an additional 11 clubs joined them this week. It represents the first oppo






