Kiko Alonso among rising rookies; Tavon Austin off to slow start
FIVE THRIVING ROOKIES
Kiko Alonso, LB, Buffalo Bills
Drafted just 46th overall, Alonso has been a big surprise, looking like a bona fide Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate while racking up 44 tackles, four interceptions, four passes defensed, one sack and one forced fumble in five games as a pro. A starter from Week 1, the competitive linebacker plays with a chip on his shoulder, never slowing down. He also plays better than expected when in space. September's Defensive Rookie of the Month has definitely outplayed his original draft slot.
FIVE THRIVING ROOKIES
Kiko Alonso, LB, Buffalo Bills
Drafted just 46th overall, Alonso has been a big surprise, looking like a bona fide Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate while racking up 44 tackles, four interceptions, four passes defensed, one sack and one forced fumble in five games as a pro. A starter from Week 1, the competitive linebacker plays with a chip on his shoulder, never slowing down. He also plays better than expected when in space. September's Defensive Rookie of the Month has definitely outplayed his original draft slot.
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