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Ben Cooper

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Recent Articles

New York Jets rookie signal-caller Sam Darnold is coming off a career performance against the Houston Texans, a sign of brighter things to come for the Jets.

By Ben Cooper Dec 17, 2018 12:09 pm EST New York Jets

Indianapolis Colts' Andrew Luck and T.Y. Hilton have come together to form one of the league's best QB-WR tandems as we march towards the NFL playoffs.

By Ben Cooper Dec 12, 2018 1:09 pm EST Indianapolis Colts

Rookie running backs Saquon Barkley and Nick Chubb are both on pace for record-setting campaigns in 2018.

By Ben Cooper Dec 10, 2018 12:05 pm EST Cleveland Browns New York Giants

New York Jets safety Jamal Adams has stepped up his game in Year 2 of his NFL career, making strides toward elite status.

By Ben Cooper Dec 5, 2018 8:36 am EST New York Jets

Desmond King put forth yet another productive performance on Sunday Night Football. PFF's Ben Cooper explains why this is just par for the course for promising young cornerback.

By Ben Cooper Dec 3, 2018 9:44 am EST

Daniels was PFF’s No. 2-ranked center for the 2018 NFL Draft, but the Bears were able to snag the now-guard in the second round, which could prove to be a steal given how valuable offensive lineman are in today’s NFL.

By Ben Cooper Nov 28, 2018 10:11 am EST

Myles Garrett is improving with each week and leading the Cleveland Browns' climb from laughing stock to contender in the NFL.

By Ben Cooper Nov 26, 2018 2:44 pm EST Cleveland Browns

Drew Brees, Michael Thomas and Alvin Kamara share the spotlight in New Orleans, but it's the play of the Saints' underrated defenders that's paying dividends down the stretch of the 2018 season.

By Ben Cooper Nov 23, 2018 11:20 am EST New Orleans Saints

Green Bay Packers edge defender Kyler Fackrell is starting to provide the team's defense with much-needed pressure off the edge with great consistency.

By Ben Cooper Nov 20, 2018 10:34 am EST Green Bay Packers

PFF's Ben Cooper examines Gus Edwards' breakout game and details why it gives the Ravens an opportunity to employ a backfield by committee.

By Ben Cooper Nov 19, 2018 11:46 am EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is on a record-setting pace through 10 weeks and showing no signs of slowing down.

By Ben Cooper Nov 14, 2018 9:04 am EST San Francisco 49ers

Through 10 weeks of the NFL season, the Chicago Bears secondary deserves recognition as the NFL’s best. PFF's Ben Cooper explains why.

By Ben Cooper Nov 12, 2018 2:33 pm EST

Thursday's 52-21 victory over the Carolina Panthers featured the Steelers' explosive offensive playmakers — but two stalwarts on the defensive line, Cameron Heyward and Stephon Tuitt, were equally as impressive.

By Ben Cooper Nov 9, 2018 11:46 am EST

PFF's Ben Cooper takes a look at Marcus Peters' struggles in a Rams uniform.

By Ben Cooper Nov 6, 2018 6:23 am EST

PFF's Ben Cooper takes an in-depth look at the Jets' rookie quarterback, who has endured his fair share of struggles over the last few weeks.

By Ben Cooper Nov 5, 2018 12:58 pm EST

San Francisco 49ers' Mike McGlinchey is blossoming into one of the league's best run blockers, leading a strong front five in San Francisco in the process.

By Ben Cooper Nov 2, 2018 1:55 pm EDT San Francisco 49ers

San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey faces an uphill battle in terms of besting a skill player for Offensive Rookie of the Year, but he'd be the man to do it one were to earn the honor in 2018.

By Ben Cooper Oct 30, 2018 6:29 am EDT San Francisco 49ers

Green Bay Packers rookie cornerback Jaire Alexander turned in an outstanding performance against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 8, propelling him into the conversation of top rookie cornerback in 2018.

By Ben Cooper Oct 29, 2018 4:18 pm EDT

New Baltimore Ravens wide receiver John Brown has added a much-needed dynamic to the offense.

By Ben Cooper Oct 23, 2018 9:28 am EDT Baltimore Ravens

At 7-0, the Los Angeles Rams are seeing positive contributions from all 53 players on the roster, but wide receiver Robert Woods may very well be the unsung hero of their offense.

By Ben Cooper Oct 22, 2018 1:56 pm EDT
Bio

Ben joined PFF in July 2017 as a Content Writer and Player Participation Analyst. He currently works in Editorial Content for the consumer team. Ben obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Maryland.