Pavia will be any team’s fan favorite the moment he is drafted. He is the ultimate underdog and competitor, but his lack of physical abilities will likely not yield much of a chance at quarterback in the NFL — perhaps he can be a utility offensive weapon as a tight end or fullback.

Green is a well-built, athletically gifted prospect whose inconsistent passing will likely hold him back from a shot at a starter role (and maybe even a backup) in the pros. However, he is such a good athlete that a change to tight end or wide receiver could be in the cards.

Some NFL teams will swing for the fences this offseason, while others will be more methodical amid tighter salary-cap situations. Here are some players the latter could target.

Ryan Smith breaks down one underrated 2026 NFL free agent at every defensive position.

Daire Carragher breaks down five veteran free agents who are chasing their First Super Bowl ring in 2026.

Nathan Jahnke reveals his top 60 rookies for dynasty superflex leagues.

With the No. 3 overall pick, the Cardinals could target a franchise right tackle in Utah’s Spencer Fano, Miami’s Francis Mauigoa or Alabama’s Kadyn Proctor — three prospects with distinct skill sets but clear schematic fits in Mike LaFleur’s offense.

Nic Bodiford breaks down which veterans from Super Bowl 60 will be on the hot seat.

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.

The Jets load up on defense in Round 1, while the Rams end their night by picking Matthew Stafford's successor.

From Trey Hendrickson to Joey Bosa, the NFL's top-free agent edge defenders could have new homes in 2026 and beyond.

Free agency is a time for NFL teams to change their trajectories. These five signings make plenty of sense from fit and cost perspectives.

Daire Carragher breaks down how the 2025 NFL playoffs exposed a decade-low standard of quarterback play.

Nick Akridge breaks down projected No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza using PFF stats and tools.

Whether or not to retain a star player, how to allocate funds and the best approaches for attacking areas of need are some of the many choices every NFL team will have to make in the next few weeks and months.

Max Chadwick breaks down 10 boom-or-bust players in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Jon Macri details his rookie edge defender prospect model for fantasy football managers who may want to invest in a rookie.