Patrick Peterson – Arizona Cardinals
Stats: 64 tackles, 2 interceptions, 1 sack, 2 fumble recoveries, 4 punt return touchdowns
Peterson made an impact immediately after the Cardinals picked him number five overall in the 2011 draft. Not only did he dominate as a shutdown cornerback, but he also changed games as a punt returner–returning four punts for touchdowns. To cap off his impressive rookie season, he made the Pro Bowl roster.