The New Orleans Saints enter 2026 with Tyler Shough looking to build on a promising rookie season after leading all first-year quarterbacks in PFF passing grade. First-round receiver Jordyn Tyson joins Chris Olave in a revamped supporting cast, while Kelvin Banks Jr. enters Year 2 as a breakout candidate. PFF grades and advanced stats highlight the Saints' biggest strengths, concerns and roster battles entering the season.

By Gordon McGuinness Aug 10, 2026 8:00 am EDT New Orleans Saints

The Carolina Panthers enter 2026 as defending NFC South champions, but their ceiling could hinge on Bryce Young's development. Tetairoa McMillan leads an ascending receiving corps, while Devin Lloyd and Jaelan Phillips headline Carolina's defensive additions. PFF grades and advanced stats break down the Panthers' strengths, concerns, breakout candidates and roster battles entering the season.

By Gordon McGuinness Aug 10, 2026 6:15 am EDT Carolina Panthers

The Atlanta Falcons enter 2026 with Kevin Stefanski taking over as head coach and Tua Tagovailoa competing with Michael Penix Jr. at quarterback. Bijan Robinson and Drake London give Atlanta proven offensive playmakers, but questions remain about the team's receiving depth.

By Gordon McGuinness Aug 10, 2026 6:00 am EDT Atlanta Falcons

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Nathan Jahnke provides his top 350 players and units in PPR leagues for the 2026 fantasy football season.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 10, 2026 5:00 am EDT
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By Mark Chichester Aug 7, 2026 11:50 am EDT

Bradley Locker takes stock of the NFL's top 32 safeties going into the 2026 season, starting with the Ravens' Kyle Hamilton.

By Bradley Locker Aug 7, 2026 6:15 am EDT

Max Chadwick ranks the best quarterback rooms across college football for the 2026 season, with the Oregon Ducks taking first place.

By Max Chadwick Aug 7, 2026 6:00 am EDT

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By Dalton Wasserman Aug 7, 2026 5:45 am EDT
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By Nathan Jahnke Aug 7, 2026 5:15 am EDT
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PFF's 2026 fantasy football TE premium cheat sheet ranks the top 200 players for drafts, led by Josh Allen at No. 1 overall. The format boosts elite tight ends, with Trey McBride and Brock Bowers both moving into third-round range. Use the printable rankings to build your 2026 TE premium draft board.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 7, 2026 5:05 am EDT
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The 2026 IDP fantasy football defensive back rankings feature Nick Cross as the DB1 after consecutive seasons with more than 120 combined tackles. Kyle Hamilton and Budda Baker round out the top three, while Devon Witherspoon ranks as the top cornerback. Use PFF's top 150 defensive back rankings to prepare for 2026 IDP fantasy football drafts.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 7, 2026 5:00 am EDT

The Carolina Panthers erased a late deficit to defeat the Arizona Cardinals 33-30, scoring in the closing seconds to steal the Hall of Fame Game in the final minutes. Despite the loss, Cardinals quarterback Carson Beck delivered one of the night's standout performances, completing 15 of 19 passes for 189 yards and earning a 91.4 PFF grade on first review.

By Mark Chichester Aug 6, 2026 11:30 pm EDT Carolina Panthers Arizona Cardinals

The 2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game offered early fantasy football clues as the Panthers and Cardinals opened the preseason. Bam Knight strengthened his case for Arizona’s RB3 job, while Ja’Tavion Sanders’ usage raised concerns about his role in Carolina. PFF breaks down the key snaps, roles and depth-chart developments fantasy managers need to know.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 6, 2026 9:41 pm EDT

The Tennessee Titans enter the 2026 season hoping Cam Ward's second-year development can accelerate their rebuild under a new coaching staff. This preview examines Tennessee's biggest offseason additions, rookie class, breakout candidates and key roster battles using PFF grades and advanced analysis.

By Gordon McGuinness Aug 6, 2026 2:02 pm EDT Tennessee Titans

The Jacksonville Jaguars enter the 2026 season looking to build on an AFC South title behind Trevor Lawrence's late-season breakout. This preview examines Jacksonville's biggest offseason moves, breakout candidates, key roster battles and reasons for optimism using PFF grades and advanced analysis.

By Gordon McGuinness Aug 6, 2026 12:13 pm EDT

The Colts raced out to an 8-2 start in 2025, but a seven-game losing streak to close the season left them at 8-9 for the second consecutive year. They made a blockbuster move during the season by acquiring cornerback Sauce Gardner, then doubled down this offseason by committing to Daniel Jones at quarterback as they look to challenge the Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars, who finished first and second in the AFC South last season.

By Gordon McGuinness Aug 6, 2026 11:31 am EDT Indianapolis Colts

The Houston Texans went 12-5 in 2025, finishing second to the Jacksonville Jaguars in the AFC South. They opened the postseason with an impressive road victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers before a 28-16 loss to the eventual AFC champion New England Patriots brought their season to an end. With one of the NFL's best defenses returning, expectations will once again be high in 2026.

By Gordon McGuinness Aug 6, 2026 10:27 am EDT Houston Texans
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