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Ben Linsey

NFL Analyst • View all analysts

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While the Chicago Bears were able to find value over the first two days of the 2022 NFL Draft, they failed to bolster the talent surrounding quarterback Justin Fields on offense.

By Ben Linsey Apr 30, 2022 12:03 am EDT

After a festive first round, PFF's Ben Linsey breaks down the ideal Day 2 picks for all 32 teams in the 2022 NFL Draft.

By Ben Linsey Apr 29, 2022 2:43 am EDT

Breaking down some of the top draft fits for first-round players in the 2022 NFL Draft, including Ohio State wide receiver Chris Olave joining the New Orleans Saints.

By Ben Linsey Apr 26, 2022 6:45 am EDT

PFF analyst Ben Linsey unveils his favorite prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft, including Purdue wide receiver David Bell and Michigan State running back Kenneth Walker III.

By Ben Linsey Apr 22, 2022 7:00 am EDT
College & Draft
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The Giants and Jets both face an uphill battle in their respective rebuilds, making their 2022 NFL Draft performances crucial to their future success.

By Ben Linsey Apr 21, 2022 7:00 am EDT
College & Draft
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After a busy free agency in the AFC West, all four teams will be looking to compete for a Super Bowl title in 2022-23.

By Ben Linsey Apr 14, 2022 5:15 am EDT
College & Draft
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Even though the AFC South may be a two-team race in 2022, all four franchises will be using the draft to fill holes and build for the future. PFF's Ben Linsey previews each squad's depth chart while identifying an ideal pick for each team's biggest need.

By Ben Linsey Apr 13, 2022 5:30 am EDT

The New Orleans Saints add Alabama wide receiver Jameson Williams in Ben Linsey's 2022 NFL Mock Draft, while the Pittsburgh Steelers trade up for Liberty quarterback Malik Willis.

By Ben Linsey Apr 11, 2022 7:15 am EDT
College & Draft
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There's value prospects in every NFL Draft, and these seven NFL organizations look to maximize their draft capital with great value selections despite not having a first round pick.

By Ben Linsey Apr 11, 2022 5:30 am EDT

Surprise selections in the first round of an NFL draft are all but assured. Here are five 2022 NFL Draft prospects who could sneak their way into Day 1.

By Ben Linsey Apr 7, 2022 5:00 am EDT
College & Draft
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Walker’s frame, athletic traits and ability to play both between and outside the tackles are worth taking a chance on in the first round. But when a team is drafting an edge defender inside the top five, there should be some level of certainty that you’re getting a player who can consistently get after the quarterback. That certainty isn’t there for Walker as it is for Hutchinson, Thibodeaux or even Purdue’s George Karlaftis.

By Ben Linsey Apr 4, 2022 5:30 am EDT
College & Draft
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Ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft in April, Ben Linsey predicts how some draft-day trades might shake up the big board.

By Ben Linsey Apr 1, 2022 5:00 am EDT
College & Draft
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With free agency's initial wave over, PFF's Ben Linsey unleashes an AFC East NFL Draft preview.

By Ben Linsey Mar 30, 2022 10:00 am EDT
College & Draft
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With free agency's initial wave over, PFF's Ben Linsey unleashes an AFC North NFL Draft preview.

By Ben Linsey Mar 28, 2022 5:30 am EDT
NFL
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Examining the top 2022 NFL free agents remaining by position, including Julio Jones, Bobby Wagner and Tyrann Mathieu.

By Ben Linsey Mar 24, 2022 6:00 am EDT
NFL
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The first week of NFL free agency was a wild ride, so PFF's Ben Linsey is here to break one positive takeaway for all 32 NFL teams after the first wave of free agency.

By Ben Linsey Mar 22, 2022 7:30 am EDT

Examining five players who signed new contracts in 2022 NFL free agency and could outperform those deals on their new teams.

By Ben Linsey Mar 18, 2022 6:00 am EDT

The Los Angeles Chargers' splash signings make them a clear early winner in 2022 NFL free agency, whereas the Chicago Bears' slow approach makes them a loser thus far.

By Ben Linsey Mar 17, 2022 5:00 am EDT

The Los Angeles Chargers have been one of the most active teams during the offseason this year, and Ben Linsey believes they are showcasing a masterclass in organizing a team around a rookie quarterback deal. Here's how.

By Ben Linsey Mar 16, 2022 5:45 am EDT

NFL free agency is right around the corner. Here are 32 potential matches that make sense for both the team and the player.

By Ben Linsey Mar 11, 2022 6:30 am EST
Bio

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.