Offensive Rookie of the Year possibilities:
Rudi Johnson, RB, New Jersey Generals: New Jersey’s first-round pick was nominated for Rookie of the Week seven times, most of any player. He started 11 games, rushed for 1,064 yards (4.3 per carry) and scored five TDs and also caught 23 passes for 211 yards and another score.
Oscar Willis, QB, Southern California Sun: First-round pick passed for 4,439 yards, 20 TDs. He was intercepted 18 times and sacked 75 times, finishing the season with an 80.28 QBR.
Jonathan Bain, RG, Arizona Wranglers: First-round pick was in on 1,101 snaps and did not allow a sack. He was penalized five times for 40 yards. Started 13 games and played in 15. Strength 83, pass blocking 86, run blocking 79 (and growing).
Arthur Strickland, WR, Florida Blazers: First-round pick is up to 90 overall (my weights) already. Caught 89 passes for 1,634 yards and 10 TDs, hauling in 58.2 percent of passes thrown his way. Also averaged 35 yards per kickoff return and 6 yards per punt return.
Edgar Jones, QB, Baltimore Stars: Second-round pick has gained 29 points overall since being drafted. He started 12 times, passing for 3,929 yards and 29 TDs. Jones was intercepted 19 times and finished with a 77.58 QBR. He was nominated for Rookie of the Week five times.
Cory Martin, RB, Washington Federals: Second-round pick rushed for 883 yards (4.3 per carry) and nine TDs and caught 46 passes for 566 yards and two more TDs. So, 1,449 all-purpose yards and 11 TDs.