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sports22 days ago•28 min saved

PFF 2026 NFL Draft recap: Browns and Jets lead as Raiders excel in efficiency

Pro Football Focus grades every team’s 2026 NFL Draft, with the Browns (A+) and Jets (A-) among the top marks, the Raiders posting the league’s most efficient haul, and several others like the Bills (B) and Patriots (C+) illustrating a wide range of outcomes. The piece analyzes each class using PFF Grades, Wins Above Average (WAA) added, and Big Board alignment to gauge depth, value, and potential immediate impact across all 32 teams.

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#draft #grades #nfl

sports1 month ago•84 min saved

Panthers, Browns Top 2026 NFL Draft Grades Across All 32 Teams

An in-depth, team-by-team recap of the 2026 NFL Draft grades, with Panthers and Browns leading the A+ tier, Colts and Giants in A-, Raiders/Jets/Commanders in A-, and a broad B-range for the rest. The piece covers all 32 teams’ picks (257 players), plus detailed player-by-player notes and PFF analytics to evaluate how each franchise fared.

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#analysis #draft #grades

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Steelers land a powerful project: Dunker eyed as a third-round steal

The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Iowa offensive lineman Gennings Dunker in the third round, with PFF naming him one of the round’s top steals thanks to his devastating power and run-blocking ability; he projects best at guard and can play tackle, though he lacks ideal lateral quickness. Steelers OL coach James Campen said Dunker will primarily play guard as he develops.

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#gennings-dunker #nfl #nfl-draft

sports1 month ago•17 min saved

Cowboys Trade Up for Bailey; Chiefs Net Bain and Terrell in 2026 Mock Draft

PFF’s 2026 NFL Mock Draft envisions a flurry of trades and top prospects, with Dallas moving up to No. 3 to land Texas Tech edge David Bailey, while Kansas City adds Rueben Bain Jr. at No. 9 and Avieon Terrell at No. 29 as part of a busy first round that also features several other swap moves across the board.

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#chiefs #cowboys #mock-draft

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

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.

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#college-football #nfl-draft #pff

sports2 months ago•66 min saved

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.

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#contracts #free-agency #nfl

nfl-draft2 months ago•33 min saved

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.

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#free-agency #mock-draft #nfl-draft

sports2 months ago•58 min saved

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.

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sports2 months ago•6 min saved

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.

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#buckeyes #combine #mock-draft

sports2 months ago•7 min saved

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.

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#athletic-testing #nfl-combine #nfl-draft

sports2 months ago•12 min saved

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.

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#draft #nfc #nfl

sports2 months ago•26 min saved

Post-Combine Shakeup: Styles rises to the top five as Simpson heads to Pittsburgh

In the first post-combine mock draft from PFF, Sonny Styles vaults into the top five for the Titans and the Steelers select QB Ty Simpson at No. 21, with a full first-round projection and several big risers like Monroe Freeling fueling the draft shakeup.

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#nfl-draft #pff #post-combine

sports3 months ago•10 min saved

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.

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#college-football #nfl-draft #pff

sports3 months ago•38 min saved

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.

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#2026-nfl-draft #free-agent #nfl

sports3 months ago•16 min saved

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.

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#dynasty-leagues #fantasy-football #nfl-draft