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College Football Week 9: Team of the Week, Player Awards
The college football Team of the Week recognizes standout performers nationally and across the SEC, Big Ten, ACC, Big 12 and Group of 6. Delaware quarterback Nick Minicucci leads the offensive selections after earning a 94.6 PFF passing grade, while Troy safety Justin Powe headlines the defense with three interceptions.
College football scores and recaps for every Week 9 game
The 2026 college football scores roundup features final results from 56 games, including USC's 30-18 victory over Ohio State and BYU's 27-20 win over Arizona State. Boise State defeated Texas State 46-45, while Iowa State outlasted Oklahoma State 51-49 in two of the highest-scoring contests listed. Each matchup links to its corresponding PFF Premium Stats game page for additional data.
Emergency fantasy football waiver-wire targets for NFL Week 8
The fantasy football waiver wire features Jonah Coleman as a priority running back addition following RJ Harvey's placement on injured reserve. Jacoby Brissett offers quarterback streaming potential against Dallas, while Makai Lemon and Antonio Williams draw favorable matchups in the Eagles-Commanders game.
2026 NFL Trade Tracker
The 2026 NFL trade market has delivered no shortage of blockbuster moves, with some of the league's biggest names finding new homes. Follow along as we track every notable trade as the 2026 trade deadline approaches, including the players involved, the compensation exchanged and the key details surrounding each deal.
The 10 best NFL player matchups to watch in Week 8
Bears defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons against Seahawks guard Quenton Nelson highlights a star-studded list of player matchups to watch in Week 8 of the NFL season.
Midseason fantasy football awards
The 2026 fantasy football midseason awards recognize the biggest standouts, draft bargains and disappointments through the first half of the season. Jaxon Smith-Njigba earns MVP honors with 195.6 PPR points, while Christian Watson and Tyler Shough have exceeded their preseason draft expectations.
Fantasy Football: Who has owned the red-zone, end-zone opportunities?
Fantasy football red-zone opportunities highlight which running backs, wide receivers and tight ends are getting the most chances to score touchdowns. Jahmyr Gibbs leads running backs in combined red-zone opportunities, while Matthew Golden and CeeDee Lamb lead wide receivers in red-zone and end-zone targets, respectively.
Fantasy Football Week 8: 3 players to flex
Commanders rookie receiver Antonio Williams is among the best flex options for Week 8 given his advantageous opponent.
Fantasy Football Week 8: 3 WR/CB matchups to target and avoid
New York Jets star receiver Garrett Wilson is primed to start in fantasy football lineups given his matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders.
NFL Week 8 Recap: Carolina Panthers 19, Green Bay Packers 27
The Green Bay Packers held off the Carolina Panthers 27–19 in Week 8 on October 29, 2026. Packers outgained the Panthers, 338 total yards to 254.
NFL Week 8 Recap: Immediate fantasy football takeaways from Panthers-Packers
Packers running back Josh Jacobs returning to a more starting role headlined the top fantasy football takeaways from Panthers-Packers in Week 8.
2026 Heisman Trophy Rankings: Jeremiah Smith, Darian Mensah, Malachi Toney lead the way going into Week 9
The 2026 Heisman Trophy odds entering Week 9 have Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith leading the race at +122, followed by Miami quarterback Darian Mensah at +270. Smith leads the FBS in yards per route run, while Mensah owns the highest PFF grade among college football quarterbacks. Miami wide receiver Malachi Toney rounds out the top three at +360 after totaling 348 receiving yards and five touchdowns over his past two games.
2027 NFL Draft: Games and matchups to watch in Week 9 of the 2026 college season
The 2027 NFL Draft spotlight turns to several college football matchups as prospects look to improve their stock during the final five weeks of the 2026 regular season. USC quarterback Jayden Maiava faces Ohio State, while Mississippi State cornerback Kelley Jones matches up against Texas wide receiver Cam Coleman.
2027 NFL Draft Prospect Preview: QB Darian Mensah, Miami (FL)
Darian Mensah has emerged as a potential first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft after transferring to Miami and becoming PFF's highest-graded college quarterback through the first half of 2026. His accuracy, quick release and anticipation make him an intriguing NFL prospect, although his pocket discipline and performance under pressure raise questions.
Joe Burrow’s start to 2026 puts him in MVP contention, Bengals in AFC title race
Joe Burrow has opened the 2026 NFL season with a career-best 91.2 PFF grade through seven weeks, ranking second among qualifying quarterbacks. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback leads the NFL with 1.54 Wins Above Replacement and delivered a 95.0 passing grade in the second half of Cincinnati's comeback win over Baltimore. With a history of elite late-season performances and the league's easiest remaining schedule, Burrow and the Bengals have a path toward AFC contention.
NFL Special Teams Report: NFL Week 7
PFF's NFL Week 7 Special Teams Report highlights standout performances from gunners, vise players, long snappers and kick coverage and return units. Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Grover Stewart earns the play of the week for his blocked field goal against Minnesota, while teammates Ashton Dulin and Cam Taylor-Britt lead the way among gunners.
NFL rookie rankings: Highest-graded players after Week 7
Now seven weeks into the NFL season, we’re starting to get a clearer picture of how this year’s rookies are performing, with several first-round picks beginning to rise to the top of the class. As we highlight the 15 highest-graded rookies in the NFL, the key caveat is that players must average at least 20 … Continue reading "NFL rookie rankings: Highest-graded players after Week 7"
College Football Week 9: Preview and predictions for the five biggest games
Max Chadwick and Dalton Wasserman break down the top action in the Week 9 college football slate, including No. 3 Georgia battling No. 17 Florida from Atlanta.
Fantasy Football Week 8: Running game matchups to target
Bengals running backs could produce high-level fantasy football results given their Week 8 matchup against the Titans.
Fantasy Football Week 8: Passing game matchups to target
The Cardinals' and Cowboys' passing offenses are two that could yield high-end results for fantasy football managers in Week 8.
Fantasy Football Week 8: Start ’em, sit ’em
Rams running back Blake Corum is a player to elevate in Week 8, while Colts receiver Keenan Allen could see an elevated role given injuries and game script.
NFL wide receiver rankings: Jaxon Smith-Njigba leads after Week 7, Zay Flowers rises to No. 2
PFF's NFL wide receiver rankings entering Week 8 of the 2026 season feature Jaxon Smith-Njigba at No. 1, followed by Zay Flowers and Tee Higgins. Higgins climbs nine spots after a strong performance against the Ravens, while Malik Nabers moves into the top 10 following four consecutive 100-yard games. Explore the top 32 receivers through seven weeks, with PFF receiving grades, yards per route run and weekly ranking changes.
NFL Injury Report: Week 8
Stay up to date with the latest NFL injury report, including player injury statuses, actives and inactives ahead of game day. Follow live updates as player availability changes throughout the week and official game-day decisions are announced.
2026 NFL playoff picture: Current standings, playoff probabilities and Week 8 leverage
The NFL playoff picture features the Kansas City Chiefs atop the AFC and the Minnesota Vikings leading the NFC, with both Minnesota and Buffalo able to clinch postseason berths with wins. The Cleveland Browns face the week's biggest playoff leverage, with their postseason probability ranging from 62.8% with a win to 27.4% with a loss.
Fantasy Football Red-Zone Report: NFL Week 8
The Week 8 fantasy football red zone report tracks who is earning carries and targets inside the opponent's 20-yard line. It also shows which players are converting those opportunities into touchdowns and fantasy points.
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