Ben Linsey
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With Philip Rivers set to hit free agency, PFF's Ben Linsey provides five potential new homes for the veteran signal-caller.
Thu, 30 Jan 20 16:04:17 +0000
Both the 49ers and Chiefs excel in the middle of the field, so Tyrann Mathieu and K'Waun Williams will be vital in shutting that down.
Thu, 30 Jan 20 14:30:45 +0000
The 2019 NFL season has left us with the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV. There is plenty of talent to go around on both teams, but where exactly would each starter fall on a list of the best players in the game?
Thu, 30 Jan 20 13:00:44 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey dives into how the 49ers' pass-rushers can disrupt Patrick Mahomes' recent rhythm.
Wed, 29 Jan 20 14:00:30 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey breaks down how the Indianapolis Colts can shake off a disappointing 2019 season and potentially get back to the postseason in 2020.
Wed, 29 Jan 20 13:46:23 +0000
PFF has unveiled its wins above replacement metric in recent weeks (PFF WAR), and we used it to rank all 32 teams on the value of their rookie class over expectation given where each player was selected in the 2019 draft.
Mon, 27 Jan 20 15:00:45 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey explains how the use of pre-snap motion has aided two of the league's most dynamic offenses.
Thu, 23 Jan 20 16:30:44 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey highlights some notable names who could find themselves cut this offseason because as teams scramble for salary space.
Thu, 23 Jan 20 13:59:17 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey explains why a coaching change and likely new quarterback could lead to breakout years in 2020 for the top two Carolina receivers.
Wed, 22 Jan 20 15:36:48 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey examines how one of the Chiefs' biggest strengths -- deep passing -- will fare against one of the 49ers' best assets in the Super Bowl.
Mon, 20 Jan 20 16:00:46 +0000
Raheem Mostert and the San Francisco 49ers ran all over the Green Bay Packers en route to a 37-20 win and a ticket to Super Bowl LIV in Miami.
Mon, 20 Jan 20 03:05:35 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey reveals breakout candidates at every position for the 2020 NFL season.
Thu, 16 Jan 20 17:00:39 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey explains why the Chiefs' offense will pose a major challenge to the Titans' rejuvenated defense.
Wed, 15 Jan 20 16:00:19 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey dives into the Baltimore Ravens' excellent 2019 season and explains why the team doesn't need to change anything ahead of the new league year.
Wed, 15 Jan 20 15:30:27 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey looks at how Aaron Rodgers broke out of an end-of-season slump against the Seahawks on Sunday.
Mon, 13 Jan 20 15:48:29 +0000
The San Francisco 49ers dominated the visiting Minnesota Vikings on both sides of the ball en route to a 27-10 win in the Divisional Round.
Sun, 12 Jan 20 00:53:10 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey demonstrates how sack totals can be misleading -- both for the good and the bad -- for some of this year's free agency class.
Fri, 10 Jan 20 12:31:02 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey explains why Los Angeles' Austin Ekeler is far more valuable than Tennessee's Derrick Henry.
Tue, 07 Jan 20 14:26:41 +0000
Russell Wilson and DK Metcalf led the Seattle Seahawks to a 17-9 win over the Philadelphia Eagles to advance to the Divisional Round of the 2019 NFL playoffs.
Mon, 06 Jan 20 01:50:14 +0000
PFF's Ben Linsey reveals our All-Rookie Team following the conclusion of the 2019 NFL regular season.
Thu, 02 Jan 20 13:59:58 +0000Bio
Ben onboarded to PFF full-time in May 2019. He works as an NFL Analyst and as part of the team that produces prep work for NBC's Sunday Night Football. Ben also contributes articles to the content team. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh.
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