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Fantasy Football Quarterback Cheat Sheet: Printable QB rankings for 2026 drafts
PFF's 2026 fantasy football quarterback rankings feature the top 64 options for drafts, with Josh Allen holding the No. 1 spot. Drake Maye, Jalen Hurts, Lamar Jackson and Jayden Daniels round out the top five in a deep quarterback pool. Use the rankings and tiers to identify quarterback targets throughout your 2026 fantasy football draft.
2026 NFL Preseason Week 1 Recap: Immediate fantasy football takeaways from Thursday’s games
The first real week of the 2026 NFL preseason revealed key insights for fantasy purposes, including the Packers utilizing Matthew Golden in 12 personnel and Steelers rookie Germie Bernard flashing after the catch.
NFL Preseason 2026: Do NFL defenses really show their hand?
PFF data from the 2025 season shows how much NFL defensive tendencies actually change from the preseason to the regular season. The Bears altered their coverage usage more than any team, while the Dolphins showed remarkably little variation between August and the games that counted. Advanced Stats also reveal league-wide trends in Cover 1 usage, safety rotations and blitz rates.
NFL Preseason 2026: Does a good preseason actually translate for rookies?
It's easy to fall in love with a rookie who flourishes during the preseason. But as PFF data indicates, the relationship between rookie preseason and regular-season performance is murky at best.
Fantasy Football 2026: 3 contenders for the overall WR1 finish
Nic Bodiford looks at three wide receivers who could emerge as the top dog during the 2026 fantasy football season, including the Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase.
Fantasy Football 2026: 3 contenders for the overall QB1 finish
Nic Bodiford outlines three quarterbacks who could lead the NFL in fantasy points for the 2026 season, including the Chargers' Justin Herbert.
2026 Fantasy Football: Perfect draft strategy, round by round for 10-team leagues, picks 8-10
Nathan Jahnke shares his ideal draft strategy for 10-team, single-quarterback, redraft PPR leagues for teams with Picks 8-10 ahead of the 2026 fantasy football season.
Fantasy Football: Breakout quarterbacks for 2026 drafts
Malik Willis, Tyler Shough and Cam Ward stand out as breakout quarterback candidates for 2026 fantasy football drafts. Willis offers significant rushing upside in Miami, while Shough averaged 17.6 PPR points per game from Week 9 on last season. PFF grades and advanced stats also highlight Ward's late-season improvement and upside within Tennessee's revamped offense.
2026 Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet: Printable PPR rankings for drafts
Nathan Jahnke's top 500 for PPR drafts gets you set for all of the 2026 fantasy football action.
College Football 2026: 5 early-season trap games for championship contenders
Several College Football Playoff contenders face potential trap games during the opening weeks of the 2026 season. Notre Dame meets Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, while Oregon travels to Oklahoma State and Texas hosts UTSA between marquee matchups. PFF grades and advanced metrics highlight five early-season games that could challenge playoff hopefuls.
NFL Preseason 2026: Second-year players to watch
Nine picks from the 2025 NFL Draft enter Year 2 looking for larger roles after playing fewer than 100 snaps as rookies. Jalen Milroe, Kaleb Johnson and Tai Felton headline a group whose opportunities were limited by injuries, depth charts or early struggles.
2027 NFL Draft: The toughest matchup for every top prospect
PFF identifies the toughest regular-season matchup for each of the top eight prospects on its 2027 NFL Draft Big Board. Jeremiah Smith faces Oregon cornerback Brandon Finney Jr., while Julian Sayin, Dante Moore and Arch Manning draw challenging defensive tests.
5 storylines to watch during the 2026 NFL preseason
From quarterback battles to rising youngsters, below are five key stories to monitor throughout the 2026 NFL preseason.
Fantasy Football: Perfect draft strategy, round by round for 10-team leagues, picks 4-7
Puka Nacua headlines this fantasy football draft strategy for 10-team PPR leagues, giving managers drafting between Picks 4 and 7 a clear first-round target based on elite production. From there, the strategy emphasizes locking in premium running backs such as Chase Brown and Kyren Williams before pivoting to value at quarterback and tight end.
Fantasy Football 2026: Tight ends who could finish TE1 overall
Tucker Kraft, Dalton Kincaid and Isaiah Likely offer high-risk, high-reward options for fantasy managers looking beyond the elite tight end tier in 2026. Kraft's historic after-the-catch efficiency and Kincaid's 2.12 yards per route run highlight their upside, while Likely enters a new opportunity with the Giants. PFF grades and advanced stats show why all three have a path to an elite fantasy finish.
Kyler Murray named Minnesota Vikings’ starting quarterback over J.J. McCarthy
The Minnesota Vikings have named Kyler Murray their starting quarterback over J.J. McCarthy entering the 2026 season. Murray brings proven rushing production and finished 2025 with a 72.2 PFF grade while leading qualifying quarterbacks in accurate-pass rate. His move into Kevin O'Connell's offense alongside Justin Jefferson gives Murray a path back to fantasy football relevance.
Preseason legends: Who are the best preseason players in recent NFL history?
Traditionally, preseason greatness exists in its own universe. Some players seem built specifically for August, producing momentary highlights before fading into supporting roles once the real football begins. Others carve out long NFL careers almost entirely because they consistently shine when roster spots are on the line.
The numbers behind Aaron Donald’s potential return to the NFL
As rumors swirl about an Aaron Donald unretirement, Daire Carragher digs into Donald's career excellence and his fit along a stacked Rams defensive line.
College Football: Top 10 running back units heading into the 2026 season
PFF ranks the 10 best running back rooms in college football entering the 2026 season, with Texas Tech claiming the No. 1 spot. Missouri and Ole Miss follow behind backfields led by Ahmad Hardy and Kewan Lacy, while Florida and Louisville round out the top five.
2026 NFL Season Preview: Strengths, concerns and breakout candidates for all 32 teams
Gordon McGuinness has broken down every roster in the league — the biggest strengths, the clearest concerns, the key additions and the players most likely to swing each season. Every 2026 team preview is linked below.
Los Angeles Chargers 2026 preview: Rashawn Slater, Joe Alt return to bolster offense
The Los Angeles Chargers enter 2026 with Justin Herbert positioned to benefit from the returns of Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt and upgrades across the offensive line. First-round pick Akheem Mesidor joins a defense adjusting to a new coordinator after Jesse Minter’s departure.
Las Vegas Raiders 2026 preview: Klint Kubiak takes over revamped roster
The Las Vegas Raiders enter 2026 with a new head coach in Klint Kubiak and No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza as their quarterback of the future. Tyler Linderbaum strengthens the offensive line around Ashton Jeanty, while Maxx Crosby and Brock Bowers remain foundational pieces on both sides of the ball.
Kansas City Chiefs 2026 preview: Kenneth Walker, rookie class bolster rebound bid
The Kansas City Chiefs enter 2026 looking to rebound from a 6-11 season, with Patrick Mahomes expected back after a late-season knee injury. Kenneth Walker headlines the offseason additions, while first-round picks Mansoor Delane and Peter Woods add young talent to the defense.
Denver Broncos 2026 preview: Bo Nix, Jaylen Waddle lead loaded AFC contender
The Denver Broncos enter 2026 after a 14-3 season and AFC Championship Game appearance, with Bo Nix healthy and Jaylen Waddle joining an already talented roster. Denver returns PFF’s top-ranked offensive line from 2025 and a defense led by Nik Bonitto, Zach Allen and Pat Surtain II. PFF grades and advanced stats highlight the strengths, concerns, breakout candidates and roster battles surrounding one of the AFC’s top contenders.
Fantasy Football: Perfect draft strategy, round by round for 10-team leagues, picks 1-3
The ideal fantasy football draft strategy for a 10-team league starts by taking advantage of the positional edge at running back before building a balanced roster through the middle rounds.
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