Why Browns' Quinshon Judkins should be the Week 7 Rookie of the Week
There's no doubt that Quinshon Judkins deserves to be this week's Rookie of the Week winner.
The former Ohio State Buckeye took off for over 80 rushing yards and three touchdowns in the Cleveland Browns' 31-6 win over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. It was by far the best performance he has had in his young professional career.
His play was good enough to join elite company, being the third Browns running back in team history to rush for three touchdowns in one game.
He now has 109 rushes for 467 yards and five touchdowns on the 2025 season, while also hauling in nine catches for 62 yards.
And the best part? The rest of the league is starting to take notice of just how good Judkins is.
On Tuesday, Oct. 21, it was announced that he was up for this week's NFL Rookie of the Week award for his stellar play against the Dolphins over the weekend.
Who else is up for the award?
Outside of Judkins, there are no other running backs up for this week's award.
The list consists of two quarterbacks, one wide receiver, Judkins, one tight end and one linebacker.
The quarterbacks up for the honor are Jaxson Dart and Cam Ward, both of which had great weeks. Dart completed 15-of-33 passes for 283 yards and three touchdowns, while rushing for 11 yards and a score as well. Ward completed 25-of-34 passes, good enough for a 73.5% completion rate, and also tossed one touchdown pass.
Neither of those two players did better than Judkins, though.
Ward found the endzone just once in the Tennessee Titans' loss to the New England Patriots, 31-13, and Dart was a part of the New York Giants' collapse to the Denver Broncos, 33-32.
Polarizing wide receiver, Travis Hunter, was put up for the award due to his play for the Jacksonville Jaguars over the weekend. In international play against the Los Angeles Rams, Hunter caught eight passes for 101 yards and one touchdown. However, just like Dart and Ward, it wasn't enough to win the game as the Rams dominated Jacksonville, 35-7.
Yet again, another player who doesn't compare to what Judkins was able to do.
However, these last two put up strong cases for beating out Judkins for the award.
Los Angeles Chargers tight end Oronde Gadsden blew up out of nowhere. He caught seven passes from quarterback Justin Herbert for 164 yards and one touchdown. The Chargers barely lost this game to the Indianapolis Colts, 38-24, with Los Angeles being down many offensive weapons. Gadsden stepped up big and may have carved out a role for himself moving forward.
Just like the others though, he wasn't able to do enough to secure a win.
The last player, Dallas Cowboys linebacker, Shemar James, did in fact help contribute to his team winning a game. They took down in-division rival, the Washington Commanders, 44-22. He recorded seven tackles, one sack and one forced fumble, terrorizing the Commanders all day long.
This win was huge for the Cowboys as they look to fight for the top of the division, and even more important to James' development in his first year.
However, even with a major win, he didn't outplay Judkins.
And to be frank, no one did.
Judkins attributed 18 of the 31 points scored by the Browns in Week Seven and helped lead them to the team's second win of the 2025-26 campaign. Without Judkins being so efficient, the Browns would have been more likely to lose this game.
So, it really shouldn't be a question on who the Week Seven Rookie of the Week award should go to.
This week's honor belongs on the shelf of the second-round selection out of Ohio State.
Garett Bolles: 'The Clock Is Ticking—Every Game Counts, No More Waiting for the Perfect Moment'
As the Denver Broncos move deeper into the 2025 NFL season, offensive tackle Garett Bolles is making it clear that every game matters. With the stakes high and the season already full of ups and downs, Bolles expressed urgency in the team’s quest for success. "Every game counts, and we can’t afford to take anything for granted," he said after their most recent performance. "We’ve had some setbacks, but it’s time to turn things around. There’s no more waiting for the perfect moment—we have to make the most of every opportunity, starting now. The clock is ticking."
A Call to Action
Bolles’ message is a wake-up call to his teammates: the time for waiting is over. The Broncos have shown flashes of brilliance this season but have also faced disappointing losses. Now, with the playoffs in sight, Bolles is emphasizing that it’s crunch time. Every game counts toward the team’s future, and they can’t afford to let opportunities slip through their fingers.
The team has dealt with its fair share of struggles, including injuries and inconsistent play. However, Bolles, as one of the leaders on the offensive line, believes that the key to success lies in focusing on the now. "We’ve had some setbacks," he acknowledged, "but it’s not about what’s behind us; it’s about how we move forward. We can’t control what’s already happened, but we can control what happens from here on out."
The Urgency of the Moment
For Bolles, the message is clear: there’s no more time to wait for the perfect game plan or the perfect conditions. The Broncos need to capitalize on every single opportunity they get. "The clock is ticking," Bolles added. The urgency is palpable as the Broncos face tough competition in the upcoming weeks, and their playoff hopes depend on how they perform in each game.
Bolles’ leadership is a reminder to the team that the time for complacency has passed. Every game must be treated with the intensity of a playoff game, and every snap is an opportunity to prove themselves. With the season winding down, the Broncos can’t afford to wait for everything to align perfectly. They need to take action, now.
Looking Ahead
As the Broncos prepare for their next series of matchups, Bolles’ words will serve as a rallying cry. The team’s success in the final stretch of the season will depend on how they handle the pressure, execute their game plan, and seize the opportunities that arise. With their playoff hopes hanging in the balance, the Broncos must rise to the occasion, leaving no room for mistakes or missed chances.
For Bolles and the Broncos, the time is now. The clock is ticking, and it’s up to them to turn things around and finish the season strong.
