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We get playoff football a little early in Pittsburgh, with this matchup the only true win-and-in game of the weekend. 

By Ben Linsey Jan 4, 2026 5:39 am EST
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With 256 games already in the books from Weeks 1 through 17, the sheer volume of plays this season provides a robust sample size for meaningful trends to emerge. In this article, we’ll dive into five of the most interesting statistical stories that data has revealed.

By Daire Carragher Jan 4, 2026 5:10 am EST
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Seattle locked up the NFC’s No. 1 seed and the NFC West title by stifling San Francisco’s high-powered offense in a 13-3 win, leaning on a dominant defense and a balanced run game. The loss sends the 49ers on the road for the wild-card round after their lowest-scoring and lowest-yardage outing under Kyle Shanahan.

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Baker Mayfield threw a touchdown to Cade Otton and Chase McLaughlin kicked three field goals as the Buccaneers stayed alive with a sloppy 16-14 win over the Panthers in rainy Tampa. Tampa Bay now needs New Orleans to beat or tie Atlanta to clinch the NFC South, while Carolina can still win the division if the Falcons prevail.

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The regular season finale is here, and PFF’s analysts have locked in their favorite bets of the week, powered by the PFF Player Prop Tool.

By PFF.com Jan 3, 2026 5:00 am EST
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Watson missed half of the 2025 season, but his 17-game pace is that of a top-tier fantasy receiver. Williams continues to showcase unparalleled explosiveness, flashing an ability to excel without significant target volume.

By Ryan Conway Jan 2, 2026 9:30 am EST
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Dynasty fantasy football values can shift in the blink of an eye. Some players fail to make good on their projections, while others come out of nowhere to propel your roster.

By Ryan Conway Jan 2, 2026 9:00 am EST
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Utilizing the new PFF Player Prop Tool, here are two projections to target ahead of NFL Week 18 action.

By Ryan Smith Jan 2, 2026 8:30 am EST
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Below are 10 head-to-head collisions to circle as you determine which games to prioritize watching and/or following this weekend, including Alex Highsmith vs. Ronnie Stanley.

By Bradley Locker Jan 2, 2026 7:00 am EST
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The Browns boast the NFL’s best defensive line in 2025, anchored by Defensive Player of the Year favorite Myles Garrett, who leads the league with a 92.7 overall grade while ranking among the top edge defenders against both the run and the pass. Even after losing Maliek Collins to injury, Cleveland’s depth — highlighted by Alex Wright, Isaiah McGuire and a surging rookie Mason Graham — has kept the unit dominant from top to bottom.

By John Kosko Jan 2, 2026 5:30 am EST
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Ole Miss continued its remarkable postseason surge, edging Georgia 39-34 in a thrilling College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Sugar Bowl, proving the Rebels haven’t missed a beat since Lane Kiffin’s departure.

By Mark Chichester Jan 2, 2026 5:16 am EST
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Behind three touchdown passes from Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza and a dominant performance in the trenches, the top-seeded Indiana Hoosiers (14-0) controlled the game from start to finish. Indiana jumped out to a 24-0 lead, outgained Alabama 407–193, and suffocated the Crimson Tide offense, holding them scoreless until a third-quarter field goal.

By Mark Chichester Jan 2, 2026 5:16 am EST
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Cooper DeJean continues to separate himself at the top of the coverage metrics, pairing a league-leading advanced coverage grade with elite playmaking production, including 18 pass stops and 12 forced incompletions. Meanwhile, Jamel Dean remains the model of consistency, allowing a catch on just 45.5% of targets with a 46.9 passer rating allowed.

By John Kosko Jan 2, 2026 5:15 am EST
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Oregon dominated Texas Tech 23-0 in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Orange Bowl, forcing four sacks and two interceptions while holding the Red Raiders to nine first downs. Dante Moore played efficiently and Jordan Davison scored twice as the Ducks advanced to the CFP semifinals, handing Texas Tech just the third shutout loss in playoff history.

By Mark Chichester Jan 1, 2026 3:46 pm EST
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PFF is grading every player on every play during the 2025 NFL season, and these are the top wide receivers by PFF receiving grade through 17 weeks.

By Lauren Gray Jan 1, 2026 10:00 am EST
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Gain a fantasy football edge in Week 18 by targeting or avoiding these wide receivers based on their cornerback matchups.

By Nic Bodiford Jan 1, 2026 6:30 am EST
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Every New Year brings the familiar tradition of setting resolutions — going to the gym more consistently, reading more books or simply committing to self-improvement in the year ahead. With that in mind, what would it look like if each NFL team set its own New Year’s resolution for 2026?

By Zach Tantillo Jan 1, 2026 6:07 am EST
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We're diving into every matchup in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season — including key storylines, matchups to watch and injury news. The Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers kick things off on Saturday night.

By Thomas Valentine Jan 1, 2026 5:30 am EST
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The 2025 fantasy football season has come to a close. Some IDP players fueled championships, while others underwhelmed from the get-go.

By Jonathon Macri Jan 1, 2026 5:00 am EST
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Miami continued its stunning playoff run by upsetting defending national champion Ohio State 24-14 in the Cotton Bowl, fueled by a 72-yard pick-six from Keionte Scott and a steady, mistake-free performance from Carson Beck. The Hurricanes, now in the CFP semifinals for the first time, advanced to the Fiesta Bowl as their opportunistic defense stifled Julian Sayin and ended the Buckeyes’ bid for a repeat title.

By Mark Chichester Jan 1, 2026 4:31 am EST
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