This season, we’re launching a weekly series at PFF that provides a behind-the-scenes look at our grading process. Each week, we’ll break down some of the highest-graded individual plays, complete with tweets to show you the action.
Pittsburgh has won its last three contests over the Ravens, Dolphins and Lions, and now has a 94% shot to reach the postseason. While a slew of factors have been at play, chief among them might be the team’s running.
San Francisco 49ers (-5.5) vs. Indianapolis Colts [Total: 46] Game Overview An interconference matchup between two teams trending in very different directions caps off the Week 16 slate. In an ultra-competitive NFC West, the 49ers have been surging at the right time, having won (and covered) each of their past four games. Not only does […]
This year, PFF NFL game recaps have been reimagined to deliver more value than ever. Each game breakdown includes advanced box-score metrics, player participation, snap counts, initial PFF grades and key statistical takeaways — all powered by Premium Stats 2.0. It’s everything you need to quickly catch up on the action and dive deeper into […]
The Patriots clinched their first playoff berth since the 2021 season, besting the Ravens while overcoming an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit after Lamar Jackson exited with a back injury. Stefon Diggs propelled New England's victory with nine catches for 138 yards, while K'Lavon Chaisson forced a Zay Flowers fumble with under 2 minutes remaining.
The Steelers won their third straight game in dramatic fashion, knocking off the Lions 29-24 to put a major dent in Detroit's slim playoff hopes. Jaylen Warren totaled 143 yards and two touchdowns as Pittsburgh amassed a whopping seven explosive runs, while Kenneth Gainwell added an unbelievable touchdown catch. The Lions were limited until the […]
The Jaguars put a decisive end to the Broncos' 11-game winning streak, winning 34-20 and inching closer to the top seed in the AFC. Trevor Lawrence remained on fire with 279 yards and three touchdowns, and Parker Washington enjoyed a career day with 145 yards and a score. Two Broncos turnovers also fueled a win […]
The Texans held off the resilient Raiders to win their seventh straight game. Derek Stingley Jr. returned a Geno Smith interception 31 yards to open the scoring, and Houston capitalized on nine Las Vegas penalties to win despite two long touchdowns from Ashton Jeanty.
The Falcons' offense continued to roll against the Cardinals in their 26-19 victory. Atlanta totaled 197 rushing yards with an average of 9.4 yards per carry, and Bijan Robinson accrued 168 yards from scrimmage.
Joe Burrow bounced back from his first career shutout by throwing for 309 yards and four touchdowns as the Bengals turned a tight first half into a 45-21 rout of the Dolphins, scoring 28 points off four straight turnovers. Chase Brown scored three touchdowns in the third quarter alone, while Miami unraveled in the second […]
J.J. McCarthy ran for a touchdown but left late in the first half with a right-hand injury after a strip sack turned into a Giants defensive touchdown, before backup Max Brosmer guided the Vikings to a go-ahead fourth-quarter field goal in a 16-13 win. Minnesota won its third straight while New York lost its ninth […]
Already eliminated from playoff contention, the Cowboys competed early but couldn’t keep pace as the Chargers pulled away for a 34-17 win behind Justin Herbert’s efficient 300-yard, two-touchdown performance. Dak Prescott threw two scores and George Pickens topped 130 receiving yards, but Los Angeles controlled the game statistically and physically, outgaining Dallas, dominating time of […]
Bryce Young threw two touchdown passes and Lathan Ransom sealed the game with a late interception as the Panthers beat the Buccaneers 23-20 to move into first place in the NFC South. Carolina took the lead on a fourth-quarter field goal and turned away Tampa Bay’s final drive, putting itself in position to clinch the […]
One week after losing starter Patrick Mahomes to an ACL tear, Chiefs quarterback Gardner Minshew is feared to also have suffered a torn ACL, sources told ESPN.
Pat Bryant was discharged from an area hospital Sunday night after being diagnosed with a concussion, but cleared of other major injuries, following a big hit in the final minute of the team's 34-20 loss to the Jaguars, sources told ESPN.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson left Sunday night's game against the Patriots late in the first half because of a back injury. He said he hopes to play Saturday at Green Bay but will first have an MRI on Monday.
A week after failing to lead a winning drive against Buffalo, Patriots QB Drake Maye was given the same opportunity Sunday night at Baltimore -- and this time he delivered one of the signature performances of his career to clinch a playoff spot.
Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf was involved in an altercation with a fan at Ford Field during the second quarter of Sunday's 29-24 win over the Detroit Lions.
The Titans will have a big decision to make this offseason about their next head coach and their sales pitch should be helped by the way that quarterback Cam Ward is closing out his rookie season.
Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel has fielded a lot of questions about his job security over the course of the season and he got another one in his postgame press conference on Sunday.
The Panthers took a step toward making the playoffs for the first time since 2017 by beating the Buccaneers 23-20 on Sunday, but the focus in the locker room after the game was on the steps they still need to take.
The Patriots found themselves trailing with the ball late in the fourth quarter of Sunday night's game against the Ravens and that was familiar territory for quarterback Drake Maye.
Sunday's game between the Saints and Jets had no impact on playoff positioning, but there's meaning beyond the race for the Super Bowl and the game was a particularly meaningful one for Saints tight end Taysom Hill.
Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant suffered a scary injury on Sunday on which he stayed down for several minutes, was taken off the field on a stretcher, and put directly on an ambulance.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered a bruise to his back late in the second quarter of Baltimore's 28-24 loss to New England, head coach John Harbaugh told reporters in his postgame press conference.
New England will be in the postseason for the first time since 2021, but Baltimore QB Lamar Jackson exited the contest in the second quarter with a back injury.
The Ravens' starting quarterback will not return to Sunday night's contest against the Patriots after suffering a back injury late in the second quarter.
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