The 2027 NFL Draft prospect watch for college football Week 8 features pivotal matchups for quarterbacks, offensive linemen and defensive standouts. South Carolina's LaNorris Sellers faces Tennessee, while Houston cornerback Jalen Mayo could boost his draft stock against Utah. PFF grades and big board rankings also spotlight the NFL prospects competing in Iowa vs. Minnesota and Ole Miss vs. Texas.

By Daire Carragher Oct 23, 2026 5:45 am EDT

Max Chadwick and Dalton Wasserman analyze the top storylines for the five premier matchups in Week 8 of the 2026 college football season, including a top-15 collision between Utah and Houston.

By Max Chadwick and Dalton Wasserman Oct 23, 2026 5:45 am EDT

Georgia cornerback Ellis Robinson IV is emerging as one of the top prospects in the 2027 NFL Draft, climbing to sixth on PFF's big board. His scouting profile features fluid movement, physical run defense and a 36.7% completion rate allowed in man coverage. PFF grades and advanced stats highlight his first-round potential, along with concerns about deep coverage and defensive pass interference penalties.

By Daire Carragher Oct 23, 2026 5:30 am EDT
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Houston Texans receiver Jaylin Noel is among the fantasy football players with a strong matchup in Week 7.

By Nic Bodiford Oct 23, 2026 5:15 am EDT

The Chicago Bears held off the New England Patriots 30–24 in Week 7 on October 22, 2026. Bears outgained the Patriots, 400 total yards to 379.

By Mark Chichester Oct 22, 2026 11:55 pm EDT • Chicago Bears • New England Patriots

Luther Burden III's monster first half punctuated the fantasy football takeaways from the Bears' victory over the Patriots in Week 7.

By Nathan Jahnke Oct 22, 2026 11:32 pm EDT

The Patriots vs. Bears Thursday Night Football same-game parlay features four receiving yardage player props. Demario Douglas and Efton Chism III represent New England, while Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III headline Chicago's selections.

By Zach Tantillo Oct 22, 2026 1:10 pm EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers edge defender David Walker has emerged as an efficient pass-rusher through the first six weeks of the 2026 NFL season. The second-year defender leads qualifying edge rushers in pass-rush win rate and sack rate while ranking eighth with an 84.1 PFF pass-rush grade.

By Gordon McGuinness Oct 22, 2026 10:35 am EDT

Stay up to date with the latest NFL injury report, including player injury statuses, actives and inactives ahead of game day. Follow live updates as player availability changes throughout the week and official game-day decisions are announced.

By Mark Chichester Oct 22, 2026 10:35 am EDT

The NFL Week 6 Special Teams Report examines standout performances from gunners, vise/jammers, long snappers and kick coverage and return units. Tennessee's blocked punt touchdown against Indianapolis earns play of the week, while Decamerion Richardson impresses in multiple special teams roles.

By Gordon McGuinness Oct 22, 2026 9:32 am EDT

The 2026 NFL rookie rankings after Week 6 feature Carolina Panthers safety Zakee Wheatley at No. 1 with an 89.8 PFF grade. Cleveland Browns safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren and Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Mansoor Delane round out the top three.

By Gordon McGuinness Oct 22, 2026 6:00 am EDT
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Browns rookie wide receiver KC Concepcion is a strong candidate to insert as a flex for Week 7 fantasy football lineups given his matchup against the Tennessee Titans.

By Nic Bodiford Oct 22, 2026 5:45 am EDT
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The Minnesota Vikings are among the teams poised to capitalize via the ground in Week 7, setting up strong conditions for fantasy football lineups.

By Nic Bodiford Oct 22, 2026 5:30 am EDT
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Skill-position players from the Packers and Lions are both strong fantasy football plays for Week 7 given their favorable passing matchups.

By Nic Bodiford Oct 22, 2026 5:15 am EDT
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Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud sits higher on this week's fantasy football rankings due to his continued growth and several byes, while Giants running back Cam Skattebo is hard to trust amid a shifting backfield.

By Nathan Jahnke Oct 22, 2026 5:00 am EDT

PFF Matchup Edge is an interactive NFL coverage matchup tracker that compares receivers, tight ends and running backs against cornerbacks, safeties and linebackers. Powered by PFF Premium Stats, the tool provides head-to-head coverage statistics dating back to 2006, including targets, catches, yards, touchdowns, interceptions and passer rating.

By Mark Chichester Oct 21, 2026 12:27 pm EDT

The PFF Drop-Free Streak Tracker measures how many consecutive catchable passes NFL receivers have caught without a drop. Powered by PFF Premium Stats, the interactive tool features active streaks, historical results dating back to 2017 and position filters.

By Mark Chichester Oct 21, 2026 11:02 am EDT

The Las Vegas Raiders lead the NFL's highest-scoring fantasy football tight end groups with 160.0 combined PPR points, followed by Arizona, the New York Giants, Pittsburgh and New Orleans. PFF receiving grades and advanced stats highlight Brock Bowers' efficiency, Trey McBride's target volume and Isaiah Likely's dominant share of his team's production.

By Ryan Conway Oct 21, 2026 10:02 am EDT

Chicago leads the NFL's five highest-scoring fantasy football running back groups with 195.9 combined PPR points, followed by Atlanta, the Los Angeles Rams, Detroit and Kansas City. PFF rushing grades and advanced stats highlight Bijan Robinson's efficiency, Jahmyr Gibbs' receiving production and Kenneth Walker III's ability to force missed tackles.

By Ryan Conway Oct 21, 2026 9:34 am EDT

PFF's 2026 NFL wide receiver rankings entering Week 7 feature Jaxon Smith-Njigba at No. 1, followed by Mike Evans and Drake London. The updated top 32 reflects six weeks of receiver performance, with PFF receiving grades and yards per route run helping distinguish the league's leading players. Christian Watson and Matthew Golden both move into the top 10, while Jaylin Noel makes his rankings debut at No. 23.

By Gordon McGuinness Oct 21, 2026 9:10 am EDT
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