Bradley Locker

Rams EDGE Myles Garrett vs. 49ers tackle Trent Williams highlights a loaded Week 1 slate of NFL player matchups to watch.

PFF's signature Power Rankings model establishes a hierarchy of all 32 NFL teams going into the 2026 season, with the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks claiming the first two spots.

In the wake of absences, these 10 NFL players carry extra — and perhaps unexpected — magnitude in driving their team’s 2026 outcome.

In light of Aaron Donald unretiring to team up with Myles Garrett, Bradley Locker ranks the 10 best pass-rushing tandems in PFF history.

As players like Myles Garrett and Jaylen Waddle get set to make new team appearances in 2026, these 10 names have set the standard for first-game excellence with a different franchise.

Ahead of the Aug. 30 53-man roster cutdown deadline, here are 10 players whose statuses are very much up in the air — making them potential cuts or trade bait.

From the Chargers' increased motion rate to the Ravens' blitz-heavy defense, these five schematic observations from the 2026 NFL preseason could be valuable in the regular season.

Every game inherently carries some level of import, but certain contests are simply more compelling or revelatory than others. These 10 showdowns are ones to circle given when they occur, who they feature and any other noteworthy storylines.

Every season, certain units fall as others rise — whether due to absences, a new coaching staff or simply worse play from returning participants. These five contingents are ones to circle for some possible regression in 2026.

The 10 players below all made a very strong first impression during the opening window of the preseason, potentially opening the door for larger roles as September arrives.

Some of the players listed below have already signified that the 2026 campaign will be their last, potentially starting the clock for Hall of Fame enshrinement in 2031. Meanwhile, other names are continuing to battle either Father Time or mounting injuries despite their riproaring career production.

It's easy to fall in love with a rookie who flourishes during the preseason. But as PFF data indicates, the relationship between rookie preseason and regular-season performance is murky at best.

From quarterback battles to rising youngsters, below are five key stories to monitor throughout the 2026 NFL preseason.

Bradley Locker takes stock of the NFL's top 32 safeties going into the 2026 season, starting with the Ravens' Kyle Hamilton.

Bradley Locker ranks the NFL's top linebackers going into 2026, starting with the 49ers' Fred Warner.

Whether due to the chance to greatly improve, featuring high-powered names or with a lot on the line, these five position groups will be squarely in the spotlight during the 2026 season.

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

Although these 10 campaigns didn't end by lifting the Heisman Trophy, the represent performances that were worthy of the award — and even set records.

These 10 NFL players haven't been fazed by the bright lights, excelling in their own right in games played late since 2023.

Bradley Locker dives into PFF charting to identify the most-penalized NFL players since 2021, headlined by the Falcons' Jawaan Taylor.