Bradley Locker

Although head coaches aren’t the players executing on the field or wholeheartedly overseeing roster construction, their power remains transformative. From installing league-shifting schematics to finding ways to overcome injuries, a resonant coach is one of the best tools any organization can wield.

With the long-awaited trade now complete, Bradley Locker breaks down how A.J. Brown can help unlock another element to Drake Maye and the Patriots' offense.

Over the last decade, selections outside of the first round have conjured a number of names who have way outplayed their draft slot. Let’s rank the 20 best such candidates, weighing a combination of draft position, cumulative performance and longevity.

The 2025 NFL season saw players like Matthew Stafford, Bijan Robinson and Devin Lloyd garner their first career All-Pro berths. These 10 names could follow suit in 2026.

Whether a burgeoning name or a veteran whose tenure as a starter may be shrinking, almost every NFL player has something at stake in 2026. But for these 10 specific talents, this upcoming season projects as a make-or-break one at this stage in their careers.

Optimism is the name of the game throughout the NFL offseason. Yet these three playoff teams from last season have elements to worry about going into 2026.

As OTAs and training camps get underway, organizations should continue to whittle down rosters in coaches’ and front offices’ visions. That means that even more trades should be on the horizon, and these 15 players are prime candidates to find a new home.

One of the highlights of every new campaign is witnessing formerly struggling teams reaching unexpected heights. At least a few teams should follow a similar arc in 2026, with a handful of dwellers finding themselves suddenly leading the pack in their divisions.

With the full 2026 NFL schedule now released, Bradley Locker ranks all 17 "Sunday Night Football" matchups.

The former Ohio State star landed in the perfect environment to replicate the recent success seen by rookie inside defensive backs.

With the NFL Draft complete and rosters being finalized, Bradley Locker examines young players who can take leaps in 2026 — including Cameron Ward, Ashton Jeanty and Dallas Turner.

With the 2026 NFL Draft now over, those in the football world can take more of a deep breath and reflect upon a whirlwind few months of movement. But it’s actually in this quieter window where some of pro football’s most significant transactions occur.

From those who are already guaranteed to reach the Hall of Fame to names quietly making strong cases, take a look at these active players to see their candidacies going into 2026.

Rams receiver Puka Nacua and Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon headline the list of NFL stars slated to receive big paydays during the 2026 offseason.

While expectations for first- and second-round picks are innately the highest off the bat, Day 3 choices consistently make waves with how they perform in their first years — often outplaying their draft slot and making teams regret passing on them.

With 25 of PFF's top 100 free agents left on the board, Bradley Locker plays matchmaker with names like D.J. Reader and Deebo Samuel.

Even after 257 draft selections, these teams have more lifting to do to get their rosters in shape for the 2026 NFL season.

Every NFL team improved in some form or fashion over the last three days, but some — and their specific units — more than others.

Following eight trades on Thursday during the first round — and 21 of the 50 best players on PFF’s Big Board still up for grabs — we should be in store for more fireworks Friday night. Here’s a predictive look at how the second round could play out, starting with the 49ers.

After a frenetic first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, Bradley Locker evaluates eight position groups that are markedly better overnight.