5 standout Canadian rookies from 2025 |
TORONTO — Making the jump to professional football is never easy, but a few first-year Nationals proved in 2025 that they were ready for the challenge right away.
Thrust into meaningful roles across the country, these rookies did more than just hold their own, they became difference-makers for their teams.
From anchoring the middle of a defence to breaking into crowded receiving corps and stepping into key spots along the offensive line, this class showcased depth, versatility and poise well beyond their experience level. Their impact was felt on both sides of the ball and, in some cases, on the biggest stages of the season.
Here are five National rookies who stood out in 2025, leaving little doubt that they are poised to be important pieces of their respective clubs for years to come.
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