After a 4-12 season, there usually is not too much to be impressed with by a rookie class. Their purpose is to fill the holes in the roster, excel on special teams, and inject youth into the roster. The transition to the NFL however is not as smooth for these supposed young talents bustling with potential. Many a time, they do not live up to their hype, draft position, or potential we pundits put on them.
The second year for a player in the NFL is a critical one. Their first true NFL offseason usually demonstrates their seriousness about playing in the league long term.