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By Mark Chichester Aug 3, 2026 3:00 pm EDT

The stars of the 2026 college football season are already on campus. There will be Heisman contenders and future first-round NFL Draft picks, and the nation's best returning players will shape the championship race this fall. Using PFF grades and advanced data, we ranked the top 10 returning players at every position entering the season.

By PFF.com Aug 3, 2026 10:14 am EDT

PFF ranks the top returning safeties in college football entering the 2026 season, led by Georgia's KJ Bolden after two dominant years. Alabama places two players in the top 10 with Bray Hubbard and Keon Sabb, highlighting one of the nation's premier secondaries.

By Max Chadwick Aug 3, 2026 9:58 am EDT

Jahmyr Gibbs enters the 2026 fantasy football season as the top overall running back after averaging at least 21 PPR points per game in each of the past two years. David Montgomery's departure creates even more touchdown upside, while Detroit's offensive line changes remain the primary concern.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 3, 2026 9:35 am EDT

Deebo Samuel returns to the San Francisco 49ers with renewed fantasy football value after Ricky Pearsall's injury created an opening in the starting lineup. Samuel has repeatedly delivered top-10 fantasy production when healthy thanks to his unique combination of receiving and rushing usage.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 3, 2026 9:22 am EDT

PFF's 2026 NFL guard rankings evaluate the league's top interior offensive linemen using PFF grades, pass-blocking performance and run-blocking production. Joe Thuney leads the list after another dominant season, while Quinn Meinerz and Quenton Nelson remain among the NFL's elite.

By Dalton Wasserman Aug 3, 2026 6:00 am EDT

The best draft strategy depends on where you're picking. Use this guide to find Nathan Jahnke's perfect draft strategy for your league, with round-by-round plans for 10-, 12- and 14-team formats, plus strategies tailored to every draft slot.

By PFF.com Aug 3, 2026 5:45 am EDT
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Nathan Jahnke highlights his perfect draft strategy for 12-team, single-quarterback PPR fantasy leagues ahead of the 2026 season.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 3, 2026 5:30 am EDT

Fantasy football managers searching for late-round wide receiver value should target players with expanding roles and strong underlying production. Josh Downs, Xavier Worthy, Jayden Higgins, Rashid Shaheed and Adonai Mitchell all have realistic breakout paths based on opportunity and performance discussed in the article.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 3, 2026 5:15 am EDT
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Nathan Jahnke provides his top 300 players and units in PPR leagues for the 2026 fantasy football season.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 3, 2026 5:00 am EDT

This offseason created several major target vacuums across the NFL, with five teams losing at least 128 targets from key outgoing pass-catchers. Such departures create significant uncertainty in their respective passing games, but it also represents an opportunity for fantasy managers.

By Ryan Conway Aug 2, 2026 5:30 am EDT

In fantasy football, getting a running back with genuine receiving chops can be the difference between a league-winner and just a solid, low-end back that will never crack the top five at their position.

By Ryan Conway Aug 2, 2026 5:15 am EDT

The offseason sees many teams run the rule over their offensive line, and the changes — both additions and subtractions — can major huge fantasy implications across the board and swing the value of players or whole position groups. With that said, we’ll take a look at some of the biggest fantasy impacts a change in offensive linemen or even a lineman will play.

By Ryan Conway Aug 2, 2026 5:00 am EDT

Big-name players often hold their ADP value longer than most, regardless of the situation around them — or their play the previous year or two. But don’t be afraid to fade big names if all signs point to them being a less-than-stellar fantasy asset this season.

By Ryan Conway Aug 1, 2026 5:15 am EDT

Ryan Conway looks at three promising running back handcuffs for the 2026 fantasy football campaign.

By Ryan Conway Aug 1, 2026 5:00 am EDT

The New York Jets enter the 2026 NFL season with a new-look roster led by Geno Smith and one of the NFL's most promising rookie classes. PFF breaks down the Jets' key additions, breakout candidates, roster strengths and biggest concerns using advanced grades and metrics. See what to expect from New York in 2026.

By Gordon McGuinness Jul 31, 2026 11:20 am EDT New York Jets

The New England Patriots enter the 2026 NFL season as Super Bowl contenders after a breakout 2025 campaign. PFF breaks down Drake Maye's development, A.J. Brown's arrival, key offseason additions and the roster strengths and concerns shaping New England's championship outlook.

By Gordon McGuinness Jul 31, 2026 10:23 am EDT New England Patriots

The Miami Dolphins enter the 2026 NFL season with a new head coach, a new starting quarterback and one of the league's youngest rosters. PFF breaks down Miami's offseason additions, rookie class, breakout candidates and biggest strengths and weaknesses using advanced grades and metrics.

By Gordon McGuinness Jul 31, 2026 9:46 am EDT Miami Dolphins

The Buffalo Bills enter the 2026 NFL season with a new head coach, an upgraded roster and Josh Allen leading the way. PFF breaks down Buffalo's key additions, rookie class, breakout candidates and biggest strengths and concerns using advanced grades and metrics.

By Gordon McGuinness Jul 31, 2026 9:28 am EDT Buffalo Bills

Bradley Locker uses PFF data to explain why more NFL rookies with ample college experience are playing better.

By Bradley Locker Jul 31, 2026 9:26 am EDT
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