The NFL preseason is a critical proving ground for first-year players looking to secure a roster spot.

As the exhibition slate kicks off, however, several rookies find themselves under a spotlight larger than others. While preseason games and stats accrued in those matchups fail to count, a good first impression can go a long way toward a player’s, and organization’s confidence – even if it is in the most infant stages of a career.

From a few of the top picks in this years draft, to a Day 2 edge rusher thrust into a new role, below we’ll get into a list of rookies whose play in the preseason has a higher chance of raising questions, than positive remarks, should they fail to meet the lofty expectations that accompany them.