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At PFF, the run game matters just as much as the pass game, and every play is meticulously graded. Each week, we’ll be looking at the highest-graded run blockers and run defenders from each position.

By Nick Akridge Oct 9, 2025 2:45 pm EDT
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In this quarterback rankings breakdown, we've evaluated the top performers based on PFF passing grades. Using insights from Premium Stats, we’ll also present a variety of key grades beyond passing grade, including grades under pressure, from a clean pocket, against the blitz and more.

By Nick Akridge Oct 8, 2025 9:30 am EDT

With the way Baker Mayfield played in the second half of Sunday’s game, there wouldn’t have been many teams capable of keeping up with the Buccaneers offense. Mayfield has continued to elevate his play year over year — his overall grade improved from his first to second season in Tampa Bay, and if he stays on his current trajectory, he’ll raise that mark again in 2025.

By Nick Akridge Oct 7, 2025 10:15 am EDT

At PFF, the run game matters just as much as the pass game, and every play is meticulously graded. Each week, we’ll be looking at the highest-graded run blockers and run defenders from each position.

By Nick Akridge Oct 2, 2025 9:51 am EDT

Drake Maye is playing with impressive efficiency — avoiding negative plays, consistently delivering the ball on time, and making smart decisions. He has cut down on the erratic misses that showed up in college and early in his rookie season and is now leading New England to dominant wins.

By Nick Akridge Oct 1, 2025 11:15 am EDT
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In this quarterback rankings breakdown, we've evaluated the top performers based on PFF passing grades. Using insights from Premium Stats, we’ll also present a variety of key grades beyond passing grade, including grades under pressure, from a clean pocket, against the blitz and more.

By Nick Akridge Oct 1, 2025 10:00 am EDT

Using PFF data to assess the NFL's best players in the run game on both sides of the ball in Week 3.

By Nick Akridge Sep 25, 2025 3:43 pm EDT
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In this quarterback rankings breakdown, we've evaluated the top performers based on PFF passing grades. Using insights from Premium Stats, we’ll also present a variety of key grades beyond passing grade, including grades under pressure, from a clean pocket, against the blitz and more.

By Nick Akridge Sep 24, 2025 11:26 am EDT

Caleb Williams and the Bears notched their first win Sunday with a dominant offensive showing, offering a glimpse of what’s possible when Williams has time to operate in Ben Johnson’s system. It was the kind of performance Chicago needed to calm nerves and restore confidence.

By Nick Akridge Sep 23, 2025 10:15 am EDT

Using PFF data to assess the NFL's best players in the run game on both sides of the ball in Week 2.

By Nick Akridge Sep 18, 2025 4:53 pm EDT
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By Nick Akridge Sep 17, 2025 8:40 am EDT
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In this quarterback rankings breakdown, we've evaluated the top performers based on PFF passing grades. Using insights from Premium Stats, we’ll also present a variety of key grades beyond passing grade, including grades under pressure, from a clean pocket, against the blitz and more.

By Nick Akridge Sep 10, 2025 8:37 am EDT

The No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft endured an up-and-down rookie campaign, although the Chicago Bears' general turmoil didn't help matters.

By Nick Akridge Jul 29, 2025 6:00 am EDT

Diving into Jayden Daniels’ rookie campaign and breaking down what went right—and what needs work—for the former No. 2 overall pick.

By Nick Akridge Jul 14, 2025 6:00 am EDT

Arch Manning has yet to play a full season's worth of snaps but has the potential to be a top quarterback in the 2026 NFL Draft.

By Nick Akridge May 27, 2025 10:30 am EDT

Quinn Ewers, Dillon Gabriel, Jalen Milroe and Tyler Shough are a few of the later-round options on PFF's big board.

By Nick Akridge Apr 23, 2025 7:45 am EDT

Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders and Jaxson Dart all have first-round buzz and questions to answer.

By Nick Akridge Apr 22, 2025 10:15 am EDT

We break down Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough's strengths and weaknesses in this 2025 NFL Draft scouting report.

By Nick Akridge Apr 16, 2025 6:30 am EDT

We break down Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel's strengths and weaknesses in this 2025 NFL Draft scouting report.

By Nick Akridge Apr 9, 2025 6:15 am EDT
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