PFF’s media research team has been hard at work this week, preparing for kickoff — pulling data-driven insights and talking points for our broadcast partners around the league. Now, we’re sharing those same nuggets with you. So, whether you’re looking to win your fantasy matchup, hit on your bets or just get smarter about the game, these are the key storylines to know for every Week 15 contest.

By Andrew Shaver, Maurice Smith and Jason DeLoach Dec 11, 2025 10:45 am EST

Elite defensive lines can change the course of a game by applying pressure, forcing hurried throws and creating turnovers while also stifling run plays to control the tempo. This season, we will closely monitor NFL defensive line play. Unlike our offensive line rankings, which in some cases consider previous-season rankings, these rankings will be based purely on 2025 play.

By John Kosko Dec 11, 2025 9:45 am EST
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These rankings utilize PFF All-Coverage charting and data to rank the cornerbacks, providing insights into PFF coverage grades and our Successful Coverage Over Expected (SCOE) metric, which measures how well each coverage defender performed above expectations on non-targeted coverage snaps.

By John Kosko Dec 11, 2025 9:00 am EST
NFL
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Advanced coverage grade uses machine learning to map the separation allowed on a play to the expected PFF coverage grade the player would have earned had they been targeted. This system also takes into account the difficulty of the assignment and the situation when making that assessment.

By PFF.com Dec 11, 2025 8:35 am EST
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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 Dec 11, 2025 8:30 am EST

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 14 weeks.

By Lauren Gray Dec 11, 2025 7:00 am EST

We're diving into every matchup in Week 15 of the 2025 NFL season — including key storylines, matchups to watch, and injury news. The Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers kick things off on Thursday Night Football.

By Thomas Valentine Dec 11, 2025 5:30 am EST

If you feel like you’ve been hearing that phrase with much more regularity as of late, it’s because you have. Formations with six offensive linemen are one of the hottest commodities in the NFL right now.

By Daire Carragher Dec 11, 2025 5:15 am EST

Aidan Hutchinson rebounded from his quietest game of the season to put up nine pressures against the Cowboys and move back into the top three in PFF pass-rush grade.

By Ryan Smith Dec 10, 2025 7:00 am EST
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The Rams move up to No. 2 while the Chargers fall to No. 32 in the offensive line rankings ahead of Week 15.

By Zoltán Buday Dec 10, 2025 6:45 am EST

The Seattle Seahawks move into the top three in PFF's latest NFL Power Rankings.

By Thomas Valentine Dec 10, 2025 5:15 am EST
NFL
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According to PFF simulations, the Ravens have a 48% chance of making the playoffs with a Week 15 win, but that number drops to 12% with a loss.

By Timo Riske Dec 10, 2025 5:00 am EST

We’re now 14 weeks into the season, and the award races — along with the All-Pro picture — are finally starting to crystallize. Below is where things stand today, with selections made by a panel of PFF’s senior analysts using PFF grades and advanced metrics through the first 14 weeks of the 2025 campaign.

By Gordon McGuinness Dec 10, 2025 4:45 am EST

Trevor Lawrence is playing his best football of the season, stacking back-to-back elite performances as the Jaguars seize control of the AFC South. The film shows a far more confident, decisive quarterback — one who’s pushing the ball downfield, beating pressure with timing, and finally looking like the player capable of carrying Jacksonville deep into January.

By Nick Akridge Dec 9, 2025 9:10 am EST Jacksonville Jaguars Trevor Lawrence
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We'll examine team performance in various categories after each week of the 2025 NFL season.

By Timo Riske Dec 9, 2025 9:00 am EST

The Chargers created some breathing room in the AFC playoff picture and handed the reeling Eagles their third straight loss.

By Timo Riske Dec 9, 2025 8:30 am EST
NFL
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The Lions' Tyleik Williams and the Saints' Kelvin Banks Jr. were among the first-round standouts in Week 14 of the 2025 season.

By Dalton Wasserman Dec 9, 2025 8:00 am EST

PFF grades every player on every play, and these are the top rookies through 14 weeks of action.

By Lauren Gray Dec 9, 2025 6:15 am EST

We’ve reached the point in the NFL season where every team has hit its bye week, as everyone races for control of their playoff destinies. That also means that rookies can no longer really be considered newbies as they get their first taste of consistent December football.

By Jim Wyman Dec 9, 2025 5:45 am EST

The Chargers outlasted the Eagles 22–19 in a chaotic overtime thriller, rallying late behind Cam Hart’s first career interception, two clutch Cameron Dicker field goals — including the 54-yard OT go-ahead — and a wild, game-sealing pick by Tony Jefferson in the red zone. In a turnover-marred matchup featuring eight giveaways and even a three-turnover single play, Justin Herbert and the Bolts did just enough to move to 9–4 and escape Philadelphia’s final push.

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