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QB Ben Roethlisberger announces retirement from NFL: What’s next for the Pittsburgh Steelers? January 27, 2022
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger officially announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday, drawing the curtains closed on an 18-year NFL career.
Chicago Bears hiring Matt Eberflus as new head coach January 27, 2022
The Chicago Bears hired former Indianapolis Colts defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus as their new head coach, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Thursday morning.
The chances of a game-winning drive: How likely are teams to score in the final moments, and how should that affect coaching decisions? January 27, 2022
The 2021 divisional round of the NFL playoffs featured a game-winning drive in all four games. In fact, some of the matchups had multiple, but how likely is this? Timo Riske examines the last weekend's nail-biting games.
Denver Broncos hiring Nathaniel Hackett as new head coach January 27, 2022
The Denver Broncos are hiring Green Bay Packers offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett as their next head coach, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero first reported Thursday morning.
Top prospect at every position at the 2022 East-West Shrine Bowl January 27, 2022
The East-West Shrine Bowl on Feb. 3 features a multitude of top 2022 NFL Draft prospects, including Coastal Carolina wide receiver Jaivon Heiligh and Wisconsin linebacker Jack Sanborn.
Ranking rookie classes from the 2021 NFL draft: Best and worst teams based on first-year production January 27, 2022
Mac Jones and Rhamondre Stevenson were big contributors for the Patriots, who had one of the league's top draft classes.
AFC & NFC Conference Championship Injury Report January 27, 2022
PFF injury analyst Mario Pilato combs through the official injury reports for the AFC and NFC Championships and gives updates and analysis for fantasy- and DFS-relevant players.
How the fantasy football running back rankings for the 2021 NFL season would look if nobody got injured January 27, 2022
What if fantasy football running backs couldn't be injured? Here's how the 2021 fantasy football running back rankings would have looked if injuries weren't a factor.
Galina: Why top 2022 NFL Draft prospect Matt Corral’s production is not what it seems January 27, 2022
Ole Miss' Matt Corral is projected to be one of the first quarterbacks off the board in the 2022 NFL Draft, but there's reason to be cautious about his skill set.
2022 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rankings: Top 5 Rookie Running Backs January 27, 2022
Breaking down the top five running backs in the 2022 NFL Draft for dynasty fantasy football, including Iowa State running back Breece Hall.
Notre Dame quarterback Jack Coan showed improvement and poise in his lone year as the Fighting Irish starter January 27, 2022
After transferring from Wisconsin, Jack Coan led his dream school of Notre Dame to an 11-2 record, earning attention from NFL draft scouts in the process.
Minnesota Vikings hire Kwesi Adofo-Mensah as their new general manager January 26, 2022
The Minnesota Vikings hired Cleveland Browns vice president of football operations Kwesi Adofo-Mensah as their new general manager, ESPN’s Adam Schefter first reported Wednesday morning.
Early breakout candidates for all 32 NFL teams in 2022 January 26, 2022
Examining the biggest breakout candidate for all 32 NFL teams in 2022 with the help of PFF grades and other advanced metrics.
Using historical NFL player comparisons to value top 2022 free agent running backs January 26, 2022
With free agency less than a couple of months away, we use historical NFL player comparisons to value the top 2022 free agent running backs.
Jimmy Garoppolo’s future? NFL sources weigh in on how the San Francisco 49ers should handle their QB situation January 26, 2022
The San Francisco 49ers have a difficult decision to make during the 2022 NFL offseason: stick with Jimmy Garoppolo at quarterback or hand the reins over to 2021 first-round pick Trey Lance next season.
Most fantasy-friendly trade destinations for Amari Cooper, D.K. Metcalf and Calvin Ridley January 26, 2022
With the NFL free agency rapidly approaching, Ian Hartitz breaks down some of the most fantasy-friendly locations for free-agent wide receivers.
Galina: Ranking the top offensive tackles in the 2022 NFL Draft January 26, 2022
Ranking the top offensive tackles in the 2022 NFL Draft, including Alabama's Evan Neal and Mississippi State's Charles Cross.
NFL Free Agency Fantasy Football Primer: Running Backs January 26, 2022
PFF's Free Agency Fantasy Football Primer highlights the unique situations of pending free agent running backs as they prepare to hit the 2021 offseason market.
Best and worst 2021 NFL free agent signings January 26, 2022
Looking back at the 2021 free agent class to see who were the best and worse signings, including Cincinnati Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson and New York Jets wide receiver Corey Davis.
2021-22 NFL Playoffs Betting Guide: Best spread, moneyline and futures bets January 26, 2022
Four teams remain in the 2021-22 NFL playoffs, and betting opportunities abound. Here are the best bets ahead of the AFC and NFC Championship Games.

Revival engaged: Odell Beckham Jr. giving Rams boost in production, good vibes January 27, 2022
The fun OBJ is back, as the mercurial receiver has given the Rams another potent target to go with Cooper Kupp along with a shot of energy.
Nathaniel Hackett to Broncos won't quiet the Aaron Rodgers-to-Denver talk January 27, 2022
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Hackett is the newest Broncos' coach to fix same old offensive problem January 27, 2022
Hiring Hackett isn't about a package deal with Aaron Rodgers, it's about fixing the offense.
As Chicago Bears hire Ryan Poles and Matt Eberflus, it's time for chairman George McCaskey to step up January 27, 2022
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A league without Brady seems unfathomable, and it could come sooner than expected January 27, 2022
Tom Brady's exit could come without fanfare, but after 22 seasons and seven Super Bowl rings, he's OK with that.
Chiefs fans, in nod to Bills Mafia, give to hospital January 27, 2022
Chiefs fans, inspired by the tradition of Bills Mafia, have decided to turn their team's big overtime win into a positive for the Buffalo community, raising more than $310,000 for Oishei Children's Hospital in Buffalo as of Thursday morning.
Sources: Broncos to hire Hackett as head coach January 27, 2022
The Denver Broncos have decided on Packers offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett to be the team's fourth different head coach since the start of the 2016 season, sources confirmed to ESPN.
'Grateful' Roethlisberger retires after 18 seasons January 27, 2022
Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has announced his retirement after 18 seasons, doing so with a video posted to Twitter.
Sources: Cowboys DC Quinn staying in Dallas January 27, 2022
Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn is returning to Dallas, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Bears to hire Colts DC Eberflus as coach January 27, 2022
The Bears will hire Colts defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus as their head coach, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Bills GM would like to see league revisit OT rules January 27, 2022
Bills GM Brandon Beane said he doesn't know exactly how to change the league's overtime rules, but he believes an adjustment is needed. "Let's make sure we give both offenses a chance when the season's on the line."
Gronk says he'd retire if forced to decide now January 27, 2022
Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski told TMZ on Wednesday that if he was forced to decide now whether to play in 2022 or retire, he'd say no to returning.
Ex-WFT staffers to meet with House committee January 27, 2022
Former Washington Football Team employees will share their allegations of sexual harassment and verbal abuse with members of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform next month.
With Ben Roethlisberger retiring, who'll be the next Steelers quarterback? January 27, 2022
If Pittsburgh decides Mason Rudolph isn't the answer, what direction will the Steelers go to find their next QB?
Payton put the Saints in a 'better' place, but what's next? January 27, 2022
Sean Payton says the Saints aren't done just because he's leaving.
A look at Sean Payton's most thrilling victories, agonizing defeats with Saints January 27, 2022
With the former Saints coach stepping down, here's a look at some of the most memorable games -- good and bad.
Tracking head-coach hirings, firings and potential openings: Eight jobs still open January 27, 2022
With the regular season over, the moves at head coach and in the front offices have begun.
Should Aaron Rodgers stay in Green Bay or leave? Five former NFL QBs give advice January 27, 2022
As Rodgers ponders his future, former QBs who faced the same decision offer insight and advice.
New GM first, or hire a coach? Raiders must decide how to proceed January 27, 2022
Establishing a power structure is important as the Raiders move forward, and which position they fill first will gives hints to their long-term vision.
Why the Cowboys' contention window might not be as open as some think January 27, 2022
With 21 pending free agents, the 2022 Cowboys could look significantly different than 2021's 12-5 team.

Report: Brian Daboll, Mike McDaniel, Kellen Moore on Dolphins second interview list January 27, 2022
The Dolphins are moving toward a second round of head coaching interviews and there’s word on which coaches remain in the mix in Miami. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, 49ers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, and Cowboys offensive coordinator Kellen Moore are expected to receive second interviews for the […]
Tyrann Mathieu returns to Chiefs practice January 27, 2022
There was only one player on Kansas City’s Wednesday injury report who did not participate in practice. Now he’s back on the field for Thursday. According to multiple reporters, Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu is practicing for the second session of the week. He suffered a concussion during the Bills’ first drive on Sunday and was […]
Reports: Saints request permission to interview Byron Leftwich, Aaron Glenn January 27, 2022
As the Saints move on from head coach Sean Payton, they have reportedly put out a couple of requests for head coaching interviews. According to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport, the Saints have requested to interview Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. And ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Lions requested Buccaneers offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich. Glenn has […]
PFT’s 2022 AFC and NFC championship game picks January 27, 2022
Last weekend was great. Except when it comes to picking games. MDS and I were a combined 1-7. Which is only slightly better than pointing out that I was 0-4. For the year, I’m now 181-100-1. MDS is 178-103-1. Here are our picks for the conference championship round. We agree on the winners, but not […]
New Giants GM Joe Schoen: I say ‘data innovation’ instead of ‘analytics,’ but I believe in it January 27, 2022
New Giants General Manager Joe Schoen is a believer in analytics, even if he doesn’t necessarily like the term. Schoen said he thinks the term “analytics” is starting to carry some baggage, but the principles of analytics are sound, and that the Giants will attempt to be forward-thinking on that front. “I think we use […]
Sean Payton: Two teams have reached out, but I’m not looking at that path January 27, 2022
When Sean Payton announced that he was stepping down as the Saints’ head coach earlier this week, he said he did not plan on coaching during the 2022 season. During a Thursday appearance on The Dan Patrick Show, Payton said that his comments didn’t stop some teams from working to find out how committed he […]
Next up for Broncos: A “for sale” sign January 27, 2022
Now that the Broncos have their new coach, they can start thinking about their next quarterback. Through it all, they’ll be thinking about their next owner. It’s widely expected that, not long after the formal introduction of Nathaniel Hackett as the new coach of the Broncos, the team will announce that the franchise is for […]
Report: Adrian Wilson in, Trent Baalke out as Jaguars G.M. January 27, 2022
Well, this is interesting. Long-time Cardinals reporter Mike Jurecki reports that Cardinals executive Adrian Wilson will become the next General Manager of the Jaguars. This necessarily means that current G.M. Trent Baalke won’t be. Jurecki adds that Byron Leftwich will become the head coach of the Jaguars. A league source tells PFT that Leftwich basically […]
Jaguars interviewed Vic Fangio for head coach January 27, 2022
The Jaguars have added a surprise candidate to their head coaching search. According to multiple reports, Jacksonville sent a private plane to Denver to pick up former Broncos head coach Vic Fangio for an interview this week. Fangio spent the last three years as the Broncos’ head coach, compiling a 19-30 record. Fangio never had […]
Dan Quinn will remain with Cowboys January 27, 2022
Head coaching jobs are starting to get filled around the league, but Dan Quinn won’t be taking any of them. Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that Quinn has informed teams that he will be staying with the Cowboys as their defensive coordinator. Quinn turned the Dallas defense around in his first year with the […]
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah on head coach: We know what we want to find January 27, 2022
Now that the Vikings have a General Manager, they can turn their attention to their search for a new head coach. In his introductory press conference on Thursday morning, new G.M. Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said in his opening remarks noted Minnesota has had initial conversations with candidates. But he emphasized that those conversations have been just […]
Bears to hire Matt Eberflus as their next head coach January 27, 2022
The Bears have found their next head coach. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the team will hire Colts defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus. He was joined as a finalist in the search process by former Lions and Colts head coach Jim Caldwell and Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn. The news comes a couple of days […]
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah: Analytics are about asking why in order to make better decisions January 27, 2022
Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has a different background than many people who get hired for that position in the NFL. Adofo-Mensah worked in the finance world after graduating from Princeton and eventually moved into football with the 49ers in football research and development. That area is often tied to analytics and Adofo-Mensah took on […]
Andy Reid: Chemistry between Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Tyreek Hill is special January 27, 2022
When the Chiefs had to make a pair of plays to get into field-goal range in Sunday’s dramatic victory over the Bills, quarterback Patrick Mahomes turned to his two stars in receiver Tyreek Hill and tight end Travis Kelce. The trio has combined to help power Kansas City to four consecutive AFC Championship games and […]
Ben Roethlisberger announces his retirement January 27, 2022
Ben Roethlisberger has retired. Roethlisberger posted on social media today that he is retiring after an 18-year career, all with the Steelers. “The time has come to clean out my locker, hang up my cleats, and continue to be all I can be to my wife and children,” Roethlisberger said. “I retire from football a […]
What’s next for Aaron Rodgers? January 27, 2022
The hiring of Packers offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett to serve as the new coach of the Broncos already has intensified speculation that quarterback Aaron Rodgers will be relocating from Wisconsin to Colorado. But Denver isn’t the only possibility. So let’s look at the places we’re watching as decision-time moves closer and closer for the soon-to-be […]
Zac Taylor: We don’t have to force the ball to anyone because our receivers are unselfish January 27, 2022
The headliner of the Bengals’ receiving group is rookie Ja’Marr Chase, who tallied 1,455 yards and 13 touchdowns this season. But It’s really a dynamic trio that also includes 2020 second-round pick Tee Higgins and veteran Tyler Boyd. Higgins finished his second season with 74 catches for 1,091 yards with six touchdowns in 14 games. […]
Colts parting ways with DL coach Brian Baker January 27, 2022
The Colts have started to make changes to their coaching staff. According to multiple reports, the team is parting ways with defensive line coach Brian Baker. Baker spent the last two years with the team and was a teammate of Colts head coach Frank Reich when they were at the University of Maryland. The Colts […]
Report: Ejiro Evero, Adam Stenavich coordinator candidates for Broncos January 27, 2022
The Broncos are finalizing a deal that will make Nathaniel Hackett their next head coach and a couple of names have emerged as targets for a couple of key assistant positions on his staff. NFL Media reports that the leading candidate for defensive coordinator is Rams secondary coach/pass game coordinator Ejiro Evero. Evero has been […]
Andy Reid going for his 20th postseason win on Sunday January 27, 2022
Chiefs coach Andy Reid is rising up the ranks of the most accomplished coaches in NFL history. If the Chiefs beat the Bengals in Sunday’s AFC Championship Game, Reid will earn his 20th postseason win. That would tie him with former Cowboys coach Tom Landry for the second-most postseason wins by a coach in NFL […]

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