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Article2026 NFL Season Award Predictions: Offensive Rookie of the Year
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Sam Roush won't have the eye-popping numbers as the TE3 for our Chicago Bears, but his outstanding blocking coupled with like 50/60 receptions and a baker's dozen of touchdowns should be enough to win Offensive Rookie of the Year.
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Staff pick for OROY; projected 50-60 receptions and ~13 TDs as TE3 with elite blocking.

Superfans pick Sam Roush, TE for the Chicago Bears, for 2026 Offensive Rookie of the Year. Despite being the TE3 on the Bears, Roush is projected to record 50-60 receptions and approximately 13 touchdowns, with outstanding blocking ability. The staff believes these numbers, combined with his blocking prowess, will be sufficient to win OROY.

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