Bradley Locker

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Kyler Murray and Tua Tagovailoa headline notable trade candidates entering the 2026 NFL offseason.

By Bradley Locker Jan 20, 2026 6:45 am EST

Below are eight head-to-head collisions to circle as you follow all of the divisional round action, including Byron Young vs. Darnell Wright.

By Bradley Locker Jan 16, 2026 6:30 am EST

A significant part of the roster-building equation that every team must consider is which internal free agents to retain. Below is one player on an expiring contract whose franchise would love to re-sign.

By Bradley Locker Jan 15, 2026 6:30 am EST

Tomlin reached the playoffs in 12 of his 19 seasons in Pittsburgh, but his recent winless streak — and struggles on both sides of the ball — spelled an end.

By Bradley Locker Jan 13, 2026 5:04 pm EST

Based on both the 2025 NFL regular season and wild-card round, below is one schematic key to follow in the four upcoming divisional round showdowns.

By Bradley Locker Jan 13, 2026 7:30 am EST

Against the Jaguars in the wild-card round, Josh Allen proliferated his outstanding playoff performances — which could propel the Bills to the Super Bowl.

By Bradley Locker Jan 13, 2026 6:15 am EST

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza and Miami (FL)'s Rueben Bain Jr. stood out during the College Football Playoff semifinals.

By Bradley Locker Jan 12, 2026 6:00 am EST

Below are 10 head-to-head collisions to circle as the 2025 NFL postseason gets underway, including Stefon Diggs vs. Derwin James.

By Bradley Locker Jan 9, 2026 7:00 am EST

NFL teams can (and do) make adjustments come January, but squads have also demonstrated their core principles and identities over the regular season. With those tenets in mind, below is one schematic key to keep an eye on in every wild-card game.

By Bradley Locker Jan 7, 2026 7:30 am EST

Based on PFF grades and information, below is the best choice for organizations searching for their directions this offseason.

By Bradley Locker Jan 5, 2026 6:30 am EST

Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss and Indiana's Devan Boykin stood out during the College Football Playoff quarterfinals.

By Bradley Locker Jan 5, 2026 6:00 am EST

The Texans were victorious in their ninth straight matchup in Week 18, besting the Colts 38-30. Ka'imi Fairbairn made all six of his field goals, and Houston's elite defense secured three takeaways in Riley Leonard's first NFL start.

By Bradley Locker Jan 4, 2026 8:08 pm EST

The Falcons won their fourth straight game to end the 2025 season, outlasting the Saints 19-17 — and granting the Panthers the NFC South in the process. Drake London shined with 78 receiving yards and a touchdown, and Atlanta forced two New Orleans turnovers — including a fourth-quarter interception by Dee Alford.

By Bradley Locker Jan 4, 2026 4:48 pm EST

Brian Flores and the Vikings put a vice grip on the shorthanded Packers in Week 18, securing a 16-3 victory to close out the 2025 season. Minnesota limited Clayton Tune to just 34 passing yards in his second career start, while Justin Jefferson notched 101 receiving yards — and over 1,000 in 2025.

By Bradley Locker Jan 4, 2026 4:47 pm EST

Below are 10 head-to-head collisions to circle as you determine which games to prioritize watching and/or following this weekend, including Alex Highsmith vs. Ronnie Stanley.

By Bradley Locker Jan 2, 2026 7:00 am EST

Below are 10 head-to-head collisions to circle as you determine which games to prioritize watching and/or following this weekend, including Tetairoa McMillan vs. Devon Witherspoon.

By Bradley Locker Dec 26, 2025 7:00 am EST

Sam Darnold, Davante Adams and Joey Bosa highlight the best free-agent additions by NFL teams prior to the 2025 season.

By Bradley Locker Dec 24, 2025 7:15 am EST

Pittsburgh has won its last three contests over the Ravens, Dolphins and Lions, and now has a 94% shot to reach the postseason. While a slew of factors have been at play, chief among them might be the team’s running.

By Bradley Locker Dec 22, 2025 6:00 am EST

The Patriots clinched their first playoff berth since the 2021 season, besting the Ravens while overcoming an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit after Lamar Jackson exited with a back injury. Stefon Diggs propelled New England's victory with nine catches for 138 yards, while K'Lavon Chaisson forced a Zay Flowers fumble with under 2 minutes remaining.

By Bradley Locker Dec 22, 2025 1:05 am EST New England Patriots Baltimore Ravens

The Steelers won their third straight game in dramatic fashion, knocking off the Lions 29-24 to put a major dent in Detroit's slim playoff hopes. Jaylen Warren totaled 143 yards and two touchdowns as Pittsburgh amassed a whopping seven explosive runs, while Kenneth Gainwell added an unbelievable touchdown catch. The Lions were limited until the fourth quarter, where their 201 total yards were offset by an offensive pass interference call on the goal line as time expired.

By Bradley Locker Dec 21, 2025 8:32 pm EST Detroit Lions Pittsburgh Steelers
Bio

Bradley joined PFF in July 2023 with the Data Collection Team and began working as an NFL Contributor for the content team in April 2024. Bradley is also a senior at Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.