Mark Chichester
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Recent Articles
As 2026 NFL training camps kick off, key health updates for Patrick Mahomes and Malik Nabers are shaping the early fantasy and betting landscape. Using exclusive PFF grades and advanced charting metrics, this daily roundup breaks down the most impactful headlines from around the league.
Tue, 28 Jul 26 20:01:08 +0000
Every passing offense depends on the relationship between its quarterback and receivers, but traditional statistics only tell part of the story. This data-driven look at NFL quarterback-receiver partnerships analyzes every quarterback-target connection from 2006 through 2025 using expected points added (EPA) per play alongside PFF's proprietary grading data.
Thu, 09 Jul 26 09:25:00 +0000
Yards per route run remains one of PFF's most predictive receiving metrics, measuring how efficiently a wide receiver produces every time they run a route rather than simply rewarding volume. The 2025 NFL season was led by Puka Nacua, who paced all qualifying receivers with 3.57 yards per route run while also leading the league in receiving grade, targets and receiving yards.
Tue, 07 Jul 26 09:20:00 +0000
The NFL's biggest quarterback improvements and regressions from 2024 to 2025 are reflected in PFF passing grades and the advanced metrics behind them. Matthew Stafford headlines the list of risers after improving to a league-best 91.7 passing grade behind an elite big-time throw rate.
Tue, 07 Jul 26 09:15:00 +0000
Performance on zero-graded throws offers a unique way to evaluate quarterback play by isolating routine execution from extraordinary plays. Using two decades of PFF grading data, this analysis examines more than 221,000 zero-graded pass attempts to measure how quarterbacks and offensive systems perform when simply executing what's expected.
Thu, 02 Jul 26 10:15:00 +0000
The 2026 PFF QB Annual delivers a comprehensive breakdown of every qualifying NFL quarterback using PFF grades, advanced charting and predictive metrics that extend far beyond traditional statistics. Among the biggest findings, Matthew Stafford earned the league's highest passing grade, Joe Burrow posted historically elite ball security despite playing only eight games, and Patrick Mahomes experienced a significant decline in structured passing efficiency.
Thu, 02 Jul 26 10:00:00 +0000
Available exclusively to PFF+ subscribers, the 2026 PFF QB Annual is the premier destination for quarterback analysis, bringing together PFF grades, proprietary charting, advanced metrics and interactive visualizations into a complete evaluation of every qualifying NFL quarterback from the 2025 season.
Wed, 01 Jul 26 03:25:00 +0000
In one of the most stunning blockbuster transactions in modern NFL history, the Los Angeles Rams are finalizing a trade to acquire two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns. PFF advanced stats and charting histories break down the massive implications of the deal, which sends standout young edge rusher Jared Verse and a 2027 first-round draft pick to Cleveland.
Mon, 01 Jun 26 19:28:16 +0000
While raw box score numbers often define early offseason quarterback evaluations, PFF advanced stats uncover hidden turnover variance set to shift the 2026 landscape. By isolating interceptable throw rates from pure circumstantial luck, this analytical study projects eight quarterbacks bound for higher interception totals in 2026.
Thu, 28 May 26 13:43:06 +0000
Traditional box scores treat interceptions as a definitive metric for quarterback performance, but a decade of PFF tracking reveals that nearly one-third of all picks stem from pure bad luck. By isolating proprietary turnover-worthy play data from defensive drops and receiver deflections, this deep dive quantifies net interception luck across the NFL.
Wed, 27 May 26 13:45:00 +0000
The framework for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh (April 23–25) is officially set. Following the blockbuster trade on April 18, 2026, that sent Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals, the New York Giants now control two top-10 selections (No. 5 and No. 10), fundamentally altering the first-round landscape.
Mon, 20 Apr 26 14:20:00 +0000
This tool lets you sort prospects by PFF grade, snaps and WAA, all while viewing Trevor Sikkema’s expert analysis for the top players. Build your own fully customizable draft board that saves automatically in your browser: add scouting notes, reorder rankings anytime, download your full board and even share a top-10 image — all with direct links to player profiles for deeper evaluation.
Thu, 02 Apr 26 17:30:00 +0000
Built on the same principles as true pass sets, these plays filter out screens, play-action passes, rollouts and other schemed advantages, while focusing on standard dropbacks with legitimate pass-rush opportunities. The goal is simple: isolate a defender’s ability to win in obvious passing situations.
Mon, 16 Feb 26 10:15:00 +0000Bio
Mark Chichester is the managing editor at PFF. He joined PFF in April 2016 as a data collector before moving into an editorial role in 2018 and becoming the site’s managing editor in June 2022. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, ESPN and Yahoo!.