Chargers star Derwin James Jr. tosses Ladd McConkey’s title in race for Rookie of the 12 months: ‘Nice professional’

Many imagine the NFL Offensive Rookie of the 12 months race is between two gamers with 5 video games remaining, however a Los Angeles Chargers star security made his personal suggestion for a darkish horse candidate. 

Quarterbacks Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders and Bo Nix of the Denver Broncos are the frontrunners to win the regular-season award, however Derwin James Jr. desires rookie receiver Ladd McConkey added to the dialog. 

“We received Ladd McConkey. That’s the Rookie of the 12 months. Ladd McConkey at receiver,” James mentioned throughout an look on FanDuel TV’s “Up & Adams” with Kay Adams.

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Los Angeles Chargers vast receiver Ladd McConkey runs the ball towards the Baltimore Ravens throughout the second half at SoFi Stadium. (Gary A. Vasquez/Imagn Pictures)

James additionally shouted out his quarterback, Justin Herbert, rookie proper deal with Joe Alt and left deal with Rashawn Slater. 

However McConkey, who leads the staff with 58 catches for 815 yards, has emerged as a real prime receiver in Greg Roman’s offense in Los Angeles.

James was requested why he believes McConkey has gotten his profession off to a quick begin. 

“Ladd’s an amazing professional,” James responded. “Day by day he reveals as much as work, he’s received his priorities in line off the sector. I really feel like daily he desires to be nice and provides all of it to the staff. Love Ladd a lot.”

McConkey ranks second amongst rookies in receiving yards. Budding Las Vegas Raiders star Brock Bowers has 884 to paved the way. The tight finish additionally leads all rookie receivers with 84 catches on 113 targets. 

Los Angeles Chargers vast receiver Ladd McConkey (15) makes a catch towards Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) throughout the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Dale Zanine/Imagn Pictures)

There are nonetheless video games remaining, so possibly McConkey can prime Bowers. 

Nonetheless, the race will probably stay between Daniels and Nix contemplating they’ve led their groups to playoff rivalry. 

Nix leads all NFL rookies with 2,842 passing yards, and Daniels is correct behind him with 2,819. Nix has thrown 17 touchdowns and eight interceptions. Daniels has thrown 15 touchdowns and 6 picks. 

Los Angeles Chargers vast receiver Ladd McConkey on the sector earlier than a sport towards the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Dale Zanine/Imagn Pictures)

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Daniels additionally has six speeding scores and 590 yards on the bottom. Nix has rushed for 304 yards and 4 touchdowns. 

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