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Justin Herbert, Chase Young Win Rookie of the Year Awards

Two first-round picks of the 2020 draft class have already made their mark in the NFL.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and Washington Football Team pass rusher Chase Young were named AP Offensive Rookie of the Year and AP Defensive Rookie of the Year, respectively, on Saturday at NFL Honors.

After beginning the 2020 season as the No. 2 quarterback, Herbert ascended into the spotlight when he was informed he would be starting the Chargers' Week 2 game seconds before his first NFL snap. Herbert went on to dazzle in his first season, finishing with the most passing touchdowns by a rookie quarterback (31) and the most total touchdowns by a rookie quarterback in NFL history with 36, breaking a record previously held by Cam Newton.