Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett and New York Jets safety Jamal Adams were among the 28 rookies named to the Pro Football Writers Association (PFWA) All-Rookie Team on Tuesday.
Here is the 2017 NFL All-Rookie Team, as selected by the PFWA: pic.twitter.com/rsrTfopIsu
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Garrett, a former star at Arlington Martin and later at Texas A&M, had his rookie year start off slow after battling injuries during the preseason and ended up missing the first four games of his rookie year. He ended up becoming a force on the field once he got into the game as he was one of the few bright spots for the 0-16 Browns.
He finished with 31 total tackles on the year, seven sacks, and a forced fumble and recovery in 11 games played this season.
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Meanwhile, Jamal Adams made an instant impact for the Jets secondary upon his arrival. The rookie standout from Carrollton Hebron and LSU started and played in every game this season for a team that exceeded expectations despite a 5-11 record.
Adams finished his rookie year with 82 total tackles on the year, six passes defended, two sacks, two fumble recoveries, and a forced fumble.
There were other Texas connections named to the team as well. Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, former Texas A&M offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor (Baltimore Ravens) and Dallas Cowboys wide receiver/kick returner Ryan Switzer were each selected as well. Running back Kareem Hunt of the Kansas City Chiefs was named Rookie of the Year.
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Tony Venegas is an assistant editor with TexasHSFootball, covering prep football in the El Paso region and collegiate and professional football throughout the state. Follow him on Twitter,@advenegas, and read more of his content here.
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