Mark Chichester

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The Patriots win their first game under Mike Vrabel, beating the Dolphins 33-27 behind Drake Maye's efforts.

By Mark Chichester Sep 14, 2025 5:19 pm EDT Miami Dolphins New England Patriots

Even with Joe Burrow going down, the Bengals moved to 2-0 with a rollercoaster win over the Jaguars.

Behind Kenneth Walker III and a kick coverage touchdown, the Seahawks downed the Steelers, 31-17.

By Mark Chichester Sep 14, 2025 5:16 pm EDT Seattle Seahawks Pittsburgh Steelers

In a back-and-forth shootout, the Giants outlasted the Cowboys 40-37 in overtime, capping a game where Dak Prescott and Russell Wilson combined for over 800 passing yards. Wilson’s only mistake came at the worst time — a deep shot picked off in the extra frame, setting up Brandon Aubrey for the game-winning kick.

By Mark Chichester Sep 14, 2025 5:04 pm EDT Dallas Cowboys New York Giants

The Los Angeles Rams rallied from a 13-10 halftime deficit to defeat the Titans 33-19, powered by big plays from Matthew Stafford and a stout second-half defense.

By Mark Chichester Sep 14, 2025 4:32 pm EDT Los Angeles Rams Tennessee Titans

The San Francisco 49ers were without their starting quarterback and star tight end, yet still managed a 26-21 win over Spencer Rattler and the New Orleans Saints in Week 2.

Below are 10 wars to circle as you follow all the NFL Week 1 action, including A.J. Brown vs. Trent McDuffie.

By Mark Chichester Sep 12, 2025 7:00 am EDT

J.J. McCarthy accounted for three touchdowns—two through the air and one on the ground—in his highly anticipated NFL debut, leading the Vikings to a 27-24 comeback win over the Bears on Monday Night Football.

By Mark Chichester Sep 9, 2025 12:03 am EDT Chicago Bears Minnesota Vikings

The Bills looked out of sync early, but Josh Allen’s second-half surge — combined with a critical fumble by Ravens running back Derrick Henry — sparked a dramatic comeback and sealed a thrilling win for Buffalo.

By Mark Chichester Sep 7, 2025 11:57 pm EDT Buffalo Bills Baltimore Ravens

D.K. Metcalf and Jonnu Smith's contributions after the catch helped the Pittsburgh Steelers to a rollercoaster win over the New York Jets.

By Mark Chichester Sep 7, 2025 7:50 pm EDT

Bo Nix overcame three turnovers to lead the Broncos past top pick Cam Ward and the Titans, 20–12. Nix connected with Courtland Sutton for a score, while rookie R.J. Harvey’s 50-yard run set up J.K. Dobbins’ decisive fourth-quarter touchdown.

By Mark Chichester Sep 7, 2025 7:50 pm EDT Tennessee Titans Denver Broncos

The New York Giants entered 2025 with the No. 28-ranked offensive line in PFF’s preseason rankings, and that concern showed up immediately in their 21-6 loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 1.

The Arizona Cardinals outlasted the New Orleans Saints behind a strong showing from Marvin Harrison Jr.

The Commanders opened their season with a 21–6 win over the Giants, powered by Jayden Daniels’ 233 yards and a touchdown through the air. Deebo Samuel added a score in his Washington debut, while the defense held New York without a single touchdown.

Tampa Bay edged Atlanta 23–20 in a dramatic opener, with rookie Emeka Egbuka hauling in two touchdown passes — the last a 25-yard strike in the final minute. The Falcons had briefly pulled ahead with a long fourth-quarter drive, but Egbuka’s late heroics sealed the Buccaneers’ win.

Aaron Rodgers made a statement in his first game with Pittsburgh, throwing four touchdown passes, including two in a lightning-fast 50-second stretch after halftime.

By Mark Chichester Sep 7, 2025 4:47 pm EDT New York Jets Pittsburgh Steelers

The Colts took down the Miami Dolphins 33–8 in Week 1, securing their first season-opening win since 2013 behind a strong debut from Daniel Jones.

By Mark Chichester Sep 7, 2025 4:30 pm EDT Indianapolis Colts Miami Dolphins

Justin Herbert delivered a dynamic performance to lead the Chargers past Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, 27-21, in Friday night’s Brazil showcase.

Bio

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!.