NFL Teams Evaluate Rookies Across Multiple Minicamps

Several NFL teams are conducting rookie minicamps to evaluate new and prospective players ahead of the upcoming season. The New Orleans Saints are trying out safety Terrell Burgess, a former third-round pick by the Rams and Brandon Staley's former player, hoping his experience and special teams ability might earn him a roster spot. The Carolina Panthers' rookie minicamp featured their first-round pick Tetairoa McMillan, who impressed coaches with his route running and readiness, alongside other draft picks and hopefuls. The Detroit Lions' top draft pick Tyleik Williams was limited in practice but participated in strength training as part of a planned workload management strategy. The San Francisco 49ers invited wide receiver Ali Jennings, known for his yards-after-catch ability, to their rookie minicamp to help fill the void left by Deebo Samuel's departure. Meanwhile, the Seattle Seahawks' second-round tight end Elijah Arroyo impressed coaches during minicamp, demonstrating readiness to contribute as a vertical receiving threat in the offense.