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sports13 days ago

PFF Flags Four Steelers-Linked Prospects as Buyer-Beware Picks

Pro Football Focus labeled four Steelers-connected 2026 NFL Draft prospects—Drew Allar, Zachariah Branch, CJ Allen, and Tacario Davis—as 'buyer beware,' citing concerns such as Allar's big-game shortcomings and injury, Branch's heavy reliance on after-catch/short-area work, Allen's suspect coverage and undersized frame with limited testing, and Davis's inconsistent production despite elite size and speed; with 12 Steelers picks, Pittsburgh could pursue development paths for these players, including a potential rookie-year sit behind Aaron Rodgers and learning under coach Mike McCarthy.

32-Team Free Agency Grades Reshape the NFL in 2026
sports26 days ago

32-Team Free Agency Grades Reshape the NFL in 2026

A comprehensive, PFF-based review of the 2026 NFL free-agent period graded team-by-team on major signings, trades, and contracts across all 32 franchises. The piece evaluates value and risk with a deal-grade framework, highlighting notable moves such as Trey Hendrickson to the Ravens, Alec Pierce’s large extension with the Colts, Malik Willis to the Dolphins, Kyler Murray to the Vikings, and Geno Smith returning to the Jets, among many others, while noting potential overpays and strong depth acquisitions. A full rundown with every signing is linked for readers seeking the detailed breakdown.

PFF Unveils Eye-Opening 3-Round Mock for 2026 Draft Amid Free Agency Frenzy
nfl-draft29 days ago

PFF Unveils Eye-Opening 3-Round Mock for 2026 Draft Amid Free Agency Frenzy

As the 2026 NFL league year opens and free agency reshapes rosters, Pro Football Focus releases an updated three-round mock draft that reflects teams’ new needs. The draft begins with Fernando Mendoza going No. 1 to the Raiders, followed by Arvell Reese to the Jets, Francis Mauigoa to the Cardinals, David Bailey to the Titans, Sonny Styles to the Giants, Carnell Tate to the Browns, and Rueben Bain to the Commanders, among others, while the Ravens reportedly backed away from a Crosby trade, leaving their No. 14 pick with Baltimore. The piece also outlines Round 2 and Round 3 projections for dozens of players, illustrating how free-agent activity could alter draft value and team fits in 2026.

PFF’s 2026 Free-Agent Grading Frenzy: Live, Team-by-Team Deal Grades
sports1 month ago

PFF’s 2026 Free-Agent Grading Frenzy: Live, Team-by-Team Deal Grades

Pro Football Focus is live-grading the 2026 NFL free-agent market, tracking every major signing and trade and updating each deal with a grade from below average to elite, with notes on contract value and fit. The piece covers dozens of moves across the league, highlighting notable deals such as Odafe Oweh to Washington (Good), Bryan Cook to Cincinnati (Very Good), Maxx Crosby trade to Baltimore (Elite for the Ravens; Raiders pay a premium), and Malik Willis to Miami (Good), among many others for a comprehensive, continually updated round-up.

Mendoza Tops PFF’s Post-Combine Mock Draft as Simpson Breaks Into Round 1
sports1 month ago

Mendoza Tops PFF’s Post-Combine Mock Draft as Simpson Breaks Into Round 1

After the NFL combine, PFF released an updated 2026 mock draft with Fernando Mendoza going No. 1 to the Raiders and Ty Simpson cracking the first round (No. 21 to the Steelers), plus multiple Ohio State players rising up boards and a blockbuster trade sending Trent McDuffie from the Chiefs to the Rams for the 29th pick plus additional picks; the draft is set for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh and free agency opens March 11.

Combine Sparks Five 2026 NFL Draft Risers Across Positions
sports1 month ago

Combine Sparks Five 2026 NFL Draft Risers Across Positions

PFF identifies five risers from the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine: edge Dani Dennis-Sutton (Penn State) and linebacker Jacob Rodriguez (Texas Tech) answered athletic questions with standout testing; Indiana WR Omar Cooper Jr. flashed speed and explosiveness; Stanford TE Sam Roush showed untapped receiving upside beyond blocking; UCF edge Malachi Lawrence posted elite explosiveness. Collectively, the performances push these players into top-50 to Day 2 discussion and boost their draft stock.

NFC 2026 Draft: Ideal First-Round Targets for Every Team
sports1 month ago

NFC 2026 Draft: Ideal First-Round Targets for Every Team

This piece outlines the best-case, first-round selections for all 16 NFC teams in the 2026 NFL Draft, detailing positional needs and ideal fits from top prospects (e.g., Mauigoa, Downs, Styles). It serves as a blueprint for teams like the Cowboys, Eagles, Buccaneers, and others to address key gaps with high-impact players.

Senior Bowl sparks 10 risers on Sikkema’s 2026 NFL Draft board
sports2 months ago

Senior Bowl sparks 10 risers on Sikkema’s 2026 NFL Draft board

Trevor Sikkema highlights 10 players who vaulted onto his 2026 NFL Draft board after the Panini Senior Bowl week, using PFF’s data tools toback their rises. The list includes Cyrus Allen (WR, Cincinnati); Tyren Montgomery (WR, John Carroll); Sam Hecht (C, Kansas State); Owen Heinecke (LB, Oklahoma); Max Iheanachor (OT, Arizona State); Dametrious Crownover (OT, Texas A&M); Keyland Rutledge (OG, Georgia Tech); Gabe Jacas (DE, Illinois); Derrick Moore (DE, Michigan); and Malachi Fields (WR, Notre Dame), with standout athleticism, technique and versatility driving early Day 2/late Day 3 projections as the Senior Bowl week showcased their potential.

PFF’s 2026 free-agent playbook: one must-sign target for every NFL team
sports2 months ago

PFF’s 2026 free-agent playbook: one must-sign target for every NFL team

PFF outlines a team-by-team guide for the 2026 NFL offseason, recommending a single external free-agent target for each franchise along with their rank and rationale for fit, scheme, and cap space. Examples include Jamel Dean (Cardinals) at corner, George Pickens (Broncos) at receiver, Devin Lloyd (Bengals) at linebacker, Khalil Mack (Packers) at edge, and Breece Hall (Chiefs) at running back, illustrating how teams can upgrade key spots regardless of cap room.

Love Leads 2026 Dynasty Rookie Rankings as WRs Dominate Early
sports2 months ago

Love Leads 2026 Dynasty Rookie Rankings as WRs Dominate Early

PFF unveils its initial top-60 dynasty rookie rankings for 2026, led by running back Jeremiyah Love with a WR-led top tier. The piece notes a class strong at wide receiver and weaker at running back, emphasizes landing spots and draft position as key value drivers in single-QB, PPR leagues, and provides detailed analysis for the top 10 players and the overall rankings.

Mendoza to Las Vegas and Bain Jr. to New York: Early 2026 NFL Mock Draft
sports2 months ago

Mendoza to Las Vegas and Bain Jr. to New York: Early 2026 NFL Mock Draft

PFF's first full 2026 mock draft projects the Las Vegas Raiders selecting Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza at quarterback and the New York Jets adding edge Rueben Bain Jr., with the rest of the first round filled by a mix of tackles, receivers and defensive playmakers. The picks are grounded in PFF grades and production, anchored to current rosters, needs and value across the draft class.

Where 10 Elite Defensive Free Agents Should Land in 2026
sports2 months ago

Where 10 Elite Defensive Free Agents Should Land in 2026

PFF outlines the top 10 defensive free agents for the 2026 offseason and pairs each with an ideal landing spot to maximize fit and impact: Khalil Mack to the Baltimore Ravens; Trey Hendrickson to the Chicago Bears; Bobby Wagner to the Buffalo Bills; Devin Bush to the Dallas Cowboys; Devin Lloyd to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers; Kamren Curl to the Pittsburgh Steelers; Jamel Dean to the Miami Dolphins; Leo Chenal to the Carolina Panthers; Demario Davis to the New Orleans Saints; and Odafe Oweh to the Tennessee Titans.