Undrafted free agents are always easy to root for, especially for fans of the underdog story. They’re also an integrally cost-effective way for NFL teams to balance out their rosters.
Through the first six weeks of the 2024 NFL season, the most impactful undrafted rookie has been Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop. No rookie UDFA has played more than Bishop, who has logged 247 defensive snaps through Week 6. That includes one start and an average of 41 snaps per game while serving as the Steelers’ primary slot corner.
His play, as you might expect of a rookie UDFA thrown into the fire, has been up and down. Bishop has 14 tackles, a half-sack and two passes defended for Pittsburgh so far. However, Bishop is proving he deserved stronger consideration and respect during the 2024 NFL Draft process.