What happened: David Bailey stands as the only player in the NFL to record at least five sacks and five forced fumbles this season. The rookie pass rusher has totaled 35 tackles and 5.5 sacks in 2026 through 7 games. That combination of quarterback pressure and turnover creation puts him in rare company.

Why it matters: Forced fumbles represent immediate game-changing value, and generating five in seven appearances shows an elite knack for stripping the football. Bailey is not merely picking up coverage sacks, but actively creating negative plays and shifting momentum. If this level of turnover production continues, no other rookie defender can match his resume.