Sunday, Jun 25, 2017 02:13 PM

Making the Leap: Players and units poised to break out

Heading toward training camp, football fiends thirst for breakout potential. Who or what is the next big thing in football? In Around The NFL's "Making the Leap" series, we spotlight emerging players and units to keep an eye on in 2017.

NOTE: Entries will be added as they are completed in this ongoing series.

Atlanta Falcons defense

![](http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000821251/article/making-the-leap-dan-quinns-defense-ready-to-rise-up)CLICK IMAGE FOR FULL ANALYSIS.

Los Angeles Chargers offense

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Jacksonville Jaguars defense

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Pittsburgh Steelers defense

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