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Second-Half Breakout Candidates: 25 Players Who Could Emerge In Season's Homestretch
- Raiders rookie QB Fernando Mendoza now has a clear runway after the team traded Kirk Cousins—could be the most talked-about late-season breakout in Las Vegas.
- Detroit's defense should get a spark with playmakers returning — Brian Branch is back from a torn Achilles and safety Kerby Joseph is nearing a return, adding huge turnover potential.
- Eagles rookie Lemon has emerged (7 catches, 67 yards and his first TD) and is stepping up with Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith sidelined, making him fun to watch down the stretch.
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