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Demaryius Thomas is latest NFL player to be diagnosed with CTE

Aaron Wilson - July 5, 2022

Demaryius Thomas is the latest NFL player to be diagnosed with CTE following a study of his brain at Boston University.

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Chiefs safety Justin Reid embraces leadership role with new team, anticipates ‘electric plays’

Aaron Wilson - July 5, 2022

After signing with the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason, safety Justin Reid has high expectations for the 2022 campaign.

Fantasy football RB tiers 2022: Jonathan Taylor, Austin Ekeler, and Najee Harris headline the first three tiers

Jason Katz - July 5, 2022

Tier-based drafting is a great way to maximize value during fantasy football drafts. Here are our early 2022 fantasy football RB tiers.

PFN Roundtable: Fantasy, betting, draft, and competitive impact of Jaguars adding Christian Kirk, Evan Engram to Trevor Lawrence-led offense

PFN Staff - July 5, 2022

In this week's PFN Roundtable topic, our analysts discuss what the additions of Christian Kirk and Evan Engram mean to the Jaguars' offense.

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Demaryius Thomas is latest NFL player to be diagnosed with CTE

Aaron Wilson - July 5, 2022

Demaryius Thomas is the latest NFL player to be diagnosed with CTE following a study of his brain at Boston University.

Chiefs safety Justin Reid embraces leadership role with new team, anticipates ‘electric plays’

Aaron Wilson - July 5, 2022

After signing with the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason, safety Justin Reid has high expectations for the 2022 campaign.

PFN Roundtable: Fantasy, betting, draft, and competitive impact of Jaguars adding Christian Kirk, Evan Engram to Trevor Lawrence-led offense

PFN Staff - July 5, 2022

In this week's PFN Roundtable topic, our analysts discuss what the additions of Christian Kirk and Evan Engram mean to the Jaguars' offense.

Dolphins standout Jaylen Waddle eyes big second season, encouraged by Tua Tagovailoa’s development

Aaron Wilson - July 4, 2022

Heading into Year 2, Jaylen Waddle expects results and has been encouraged by Tua Tagovailoa this offseason.

Miami Dolphins star Xavien Howard gives back, maintains hometown roots: ‘Man, it’s been a crazy journey’

Aaron Wilson - July 2, 2022

Miami Dolphins star cornerback Xavien Howard conducts youth football camp in hometown, giving children hope in the neighborhood.

NFL pass rushers soak up knowledge from Michigan State pass-rushing guru Brandon Jordan

Aaron Wilson - July 1, 2022

Houston Texans defensive linemen Jerry Hughes and Maliek Collins get offseason work with Michigan State pass-rush specialist Brandon Jordan.

NFL news and rumors mailbag: How could Martellus Bennett’s comments on 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo impact his trade value?

Mike Kaye - July 1, 2022

This week's NFL news mailbag features questions about Jimmy Garoppolo's trade market, the New York Jets, and more.

Kaye’s Take: Eagles RB Miles Sanders’ 2022 success should be measured beyond his numbers

Mike Kaye - June 30, 2022

This week's Kaye's Take discusses Philadelphia Eagles RB Miles Sanders as he enters a contract year after famously not scoring a TD in 2021.

2022 POSITIONAL RANKINGS

Top NFL backup quarterbacks 2022: Where Colts’ Nick Foles, Commanders’ Taylor Heinicke, and others rank

In the NFL, a starting quarterback is a team’s gatekeeper to success, but having a capable backup QB is essential for a contending squad.

NFL offensive line rankings 2022: Eagles, Buccaneers, and Chiefs have the best front fives in football

PFN's 2022 NFL offensive line rankings begin with the Eagles and end with the Bears. Which teams fill out the rest of the rankings?

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Kaye’s Take: Eagles RB Miles Sanders’ 2022 success should be measured beyond his numbers

Mike Kaye - June 30, 2022

This week's Kaye's Take discusses Philadelphia Eagles RB Miles Sanders as he enters a contract year after famously not scoring a TD in 2021.

Deshaun Watson disciplinary hearing concludes: What are the next steps?

Aaron Wilson - June 30, 2022

After three days of legal proceedings, Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson's disciplinary hearing has concluded. What's next?

Biggest remaining team needs in the NFC from the Cardinals to the Commanders

Dallas Robinson - June 29, 2022

Every team in the NFC still has at least one remaining need. Where are the most obvious holes, and which free agents could fill them?

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Fantasy football RB tiers 2022: Jonathan Taylor, Austin Ekeler, and Najee Harris headline the first three tiers

Jason Katz - July 5, 2022

Tier-based drafting is a great way to maximize value during fantasy football drafts. Here are our early 2022 fantasy football RB tiers.

Fantasy Football Taxi Squads: What are they, and should you use them?

Jason Katz - July 4, 2022

Taxi squads are just one way of making fantasy football as realistic as possible. But what are they, and should your league use them?

What is an auction draft? Rules, how it works, and more

Jason Katz - July 3, 2022

Auction drafts are a lot of fun and a great alternative to classic snake drafts. For those new to the format, how do auction drafts work?

Dynasty draft strategy: Picking sixth overall, is D’Andre Swift or Javonte Williams the best starting spot?

Ben Rolfe - July 2, 2022

What options do dynasty managers have when considering their draft strategy with the sixth overall pick in a startup draft?

How fantasy football scoring systems work (updated 2022)

Tommy Garrett - July 1, 2022

As fantasy football continues to rise in popularity, here are some of the basics of how fantasy scoring systems work in 2022.

Top 10 QB fantasy football seasons of all time

Ben Rolfe - June 30, 2022

What are the top 10 fantasy football performances by a QB in a single season of all time? Which two players make our list twice?

Fantasy football mock draft: Dynasty draft strategy when picking fifth overall

Tommy Garrett - June 29, 2022

As managers continue to focus on fantasy mock drafts, how would a possible dynasty strategy from the fifth overall spot look in 2022?

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2022 RB fantasy football rankings: Where do Antonio Gibson, Cam Akers, and J.K. Dobbins rank?

Tommy Garrett - June 28, 2022

After a relatively quiet offseason for the position, what is the shape of the 2022 fantasy football RB rankings heading into training camp?

Dynasty rookie sleepers: 2022 deep targets for fantasy football include Tyler Badie, Justyn Ross

Tommy Garrett - June 27, 2022

As fantasy football managers look to the future, here are some of the 2022 dynasty deep rookie sleepers to watch before the season begins.

Top 10 fantasy football seasons of all time

Ben Rolfe - June 26, 2022

Which performances have provided the top fantasy football seasons of all time, both in overall points and points per game?

Dynasty draft strategy: Picking fourth overall provides a dilemma over Harris, Williams, and Swift

Ben Rolfe - June 25, 2022

What options do dynasty managers have when considering their draft strategy with the fourth overall pick in a startup draft?

2022 college fantasy football mock draft: Where will Bijan Robinson and TreVeyon Henderson be selected?

Joe Broback - June 24, 2022

With the 2022 college football season approaching, our college fantasy football mock draft looks at how the first four rounds might play out.

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Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee | NFL Draft Scouting Report

Ian Cummings - July 5, 2022

After a breakout in 2021, what does the scouting report for Tennessee WR Cedric Tillman say about this intriguing 2023 NFL Draft prospect?

Iowa State’s 2023 NFL Draft prospects led by Xavier Hutchinson, Will McDonald

Ian Cummings - July 5, 2022

After a superb 2022 slate, what do the Iowa State Cyclones have in store for the 2023 NFL Draft? Here's a look at the next class from Ames.

2023 NFL Draft sleepers at TE include Benjamin Yurosek, Ben Sims

Ian Cummings - July 4, 2022

Who are the sleepers to know at the tight end position in the 2023 NFL Draft? Is there a prospect past Michael Mayer who could emerge?

Oklahoma’s 2023 NFL Draft prospects led by Dillon Gabriel, Marvin Mims

Ian Cummings - July 4, 2022

The passing duo of Dillon Gabriel and Marvin Mims leads the Oklahoma Sooners 2023 NFL Draft class. But who joins them in the leap?

Mellor’s 2-round 2023 NFL Mock Draft: C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, and Will Levis go in the first nine picks

Cam Mellor - July 2, 2022

This iteration of a 2023 NFL Mock Draft is headlined by four signal-callers hearing their names called in the top 10 picks.

TCU’s 2023 NFL Draft prospects led by Quentin Johnston, Steve Avila

Ian Cummings - July 2, 2022

How much 2023 NFL Draft talent do the TCU Horned Frogs have in stock in 2022, and can they use it to their benefit on and off the field?

2023 NFL Draft Scouting Notebook: Re-evaluating returning players ahead of the 2022 season

NFL Draft Staff - July 1, 2022

In this week's 2023 NFL Draft Scouting Notebook, we're re-evaluating those prospects that returned to school rather than leave for the NFL.

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Fall of the Power Five: USC, UCLA leaving Pac-12 for Big Ten in 2024

James Fragoza - July 1, 2022

In shocking news, USC and UCLA decided to leave the Pac-12 in favor of the Big Ten beginning in 2024. Is this the end of the Power Five?

West Virginia’s 2023 NFL Draft prospects led by JT Daniels, Dante Stills

Ian Cummings - July 1, 2022

Do the West Virginia Mountaineers have the talent to make an imprint on the 2023 NFL Draft class? Here's what they have on both sides.

Noah Sewell, LB, Oregon | NFL Draft Scouting Report

James Fragoza - July 1, 2022

Noah Sewell may be the younger brother to former star OT Penei, but his scouting report is worthy of a Day 1 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Deion Sanders vs. Prime Time: The man behind the masquerade

James Fragoza - June 30, 2022

Deion Sanders is much more than "Prime Time." What has made Sanders so successful? And what does he hope to be his lasting impact?

Nolan Smith, EDGE, Georgia | NFL Draft Scouting Report

Ian Cummings - June 30, 2022

One of the holdovers from the 2021 Georgia defense, can edge rusher Nolan Smith crack Round 1 of the 2023 NFL Draft with his scouting report?

USFL NEWS AND ANALYSIS
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USFL Championship 2022: How to watch, start time for Stars vs. Stallions

Zachary Knerr - July 3, 2022

With the USFL's inaugural season ending, the Stallions and Stars have their eyes on a trophy. Here's how to watch the 2022 USFL Championship.

USFL playoff format and bracket 2022: League kicks off first weekend of playoffs

Ben Rolfe - June 25, 2022

The USFL playoff bracket is set. What is the format and which teams qualified for the playoffs after the 10-week regular season?

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NFL News and Rumor Mill Tracker

With all of the news and rumors happening around the NFL, we've made it easy for you to track the latest on your favorite teams and players.

Aaron Wilson - March 21, 2022

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The PFN Mock Draft Simulator features hundreds of prospects, scouting reports, and free trades -- jump into the mock draft machine and get ready for the 2023 NFL Draft.

Dalton Miller - April 30, 2022