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2025 NFL Draft: Cowboys' Shavon Revel Jr., Bills' Landon Jackson among best value picks on Day 2

Will Nick Emmanwori remind the Seahawks of a former Legion of Boom member? Did the Cowboys scoop up a pair of defensive studs? The Next Gen Stats Team identifies the top five value picks from Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft.
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2025 NFL Draft: Browns' Mason Graham, Colts' Tyler Warren among best value picks on Day 1

The Next Gen Stats Team uses its draft model to identify the five best value picks in Round 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft. Which teams scored the biggest steals on Thursday night?
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NFL free agency: Biggest needs for each NFC team

How will the Cowboys fill a hole at running back? What must the Packers add to get over the hump? With the free agency frenzy right around the corner, the Next Gen Stats analytics team identifies the biggest needs for each NFC team.
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NFL free agency: Biggest needs for each AFC team

What will the Jets and Steelers do at quarterback? How can the Broncos best help Bo Nix? With the free agency frenzy right around the corner, the Next Gen Stats analytics team identifies the biggest needs for each AFC team.
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Tackling grades for all 32 NFL teams: Broncos, Lions rank in top five for 2024 season

The Next Gen Stats crew grades and ranks all 32 teams by tackling metrics. Was anybody better at bringing down opponents than Patrick Surtain II and the Broncos? Where do the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles sit? Who earned an A?
Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) runs after intercepting a pass in the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Next Gen Stats 2024 All-Pro Team: Broncos, Eagles duos put stamp on defense; plus, special teamers

With the NFL regular season in the books, which players were the best of the best at each position? Using advanced data, the Next Gen Stats analytics group compiles a 2024 All-Pro Team, with a defense and special teams featuring three Denver Broncos.
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Next Gen Stats 2024 All-Pro Team: Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, Eagles RB Saquon Barkley lead offense

With the NFL regular season in the books, which players were the best of the best at each position? Using advanced data, the Next Gen Stats analytics group compiles a 2024 All-Pro Team. Which three wideouts ranked above the rest? Which two franchises led the way with four selections apiece?
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) celebrates after an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Cincinnati, Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering final week of 2024 regular season

How can the bubble teams -- like Cincinnati and Atlanta -- still punch their ticket? Which tournament-bound teams can improve their positioning? Ali Bhanpuri uses the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model to break down the entire postseason picture entering the final weekend of the 2024 season. 
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) reacts with teammate Ja'Marr Chase (1) after catching a touchdown pass against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering Week 17 of 2024 season

Which bubble teams still have a shot at one of the three unclaimed playoff spots? Which conference/division races can be decided during the wild week ahead? Ali Bhanpuri uses the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model to break down the entire postseason picture ahead of Week 17.
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NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering Week 16 of 2024 season

Which fringe teams still have a shot at one of the seven unclaimed playoff spots? Who has the edge in the five remaining division races? Ali Bhanpuri uses the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model to break down the entire postseason picture ahead of Week 16.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson celebrates after catching a 12-yard touchdown pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering Week 15 of 2024 season

Week 15 is teeming with meaningful matchups, with multiple division races, wild-card spots and No. 1 seeds still up for grabs. Ali Bhanpuri uses the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model to break down the entire postseason picture ahead of this week's games. 
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) runs with the ball as Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Naquan Jones (96) and linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. (2) tackle him during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024 in Seattle. The Seahawks defeated the Cardinals 16-6. (AP Photo/Ben VanHouten)

NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering Week 14 of 2024 season

Who can clinch a playoff berth in Week 14? Which two teams have the most at stake by far on Sunday? Are the Chiefs and Lions at risk of losing their No. 1 seeds? Ali Bhanpuri takes a deep dive into the 2024 NFL postseason race using the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model.
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NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities for every team entering Week 13

How did Week 12 change the playoff picture? Which teams have the most at stake in Week 13? Ali Bhanpuri breaks down the 2024 NFL playoff race using the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model.
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NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering Week 12 of 2024 season

How did Week 11 change the playoff picture? Which teams have the most at stake in Week 12? Ali Bhanpuri breaks down the 2024 NFL playoff race using the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model.
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen watches action from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024 in Minneapolis. Minnesota won 21-13. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)

NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering Week 11 of 2024 season

Ali Bhanpuri uses the Next Gen Stats playoff probability model to shed light on the 2024 NFL playoff picture. Which team is most likely to unseat the Chiefs atop the AFC? Which division frontrunners are most at risk of losing their leads? What is the lone scenario that ends with the Giants winning the NFC East?
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp is tackled by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith (0) after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)

Next Gen Stats: New advanced metrics you NEED to know for the 2024 NFL season

The Next Gen Stats analytics team explains new advanced metrics for the 2024 NFL season, including Tackle Probability and the PAT Decision Guide.
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How to make the most of the NFL Pro platform available through NFL+ Premium subscription

Want to dive deeper into the performances of star players like Dak Prescott? Learn how to make the most of NFL Pro, the new stats platform that can be accessed with a subscription to NFL+ Premium.
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2024 NFL Draft: Jer'Zhan Newton, Cooper DeJean among Day 2's top value picks

The Next Gen Stats Team uses its draft model to identify the five best value picks from Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft. Which prospects selected in Rounds 2 and 3 project to be steals?
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2024 NFL Draft: Rome Odunze, Brock Bowers among Day 1's top value picks

The Next Gen Stats Team uses its draft model to identify the five best value picks in Round 1 of the 2024 NFL Draft -- including two cornerbacks selected in the 20s.
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2024 NFL Draft sleepers: Day 2 standouts and Day 3 hidden gems to target

Who are the potential sleepers of the 2024 NFL Draft? Using the Next Gen Stats Draft Model, Mike Band identifies eight prospects to target AFTER Round 1.
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2024 NFL Draft: How three trends in pro football connect to this year's prospect class

Xavier Worthy's speed might be jaw-dropping -- but it's also part of a trend shaping the NFL. Ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, the Next Gen Stats team examines how three key shifts in pro football are tied to this year's class of prospects. 
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NFC free agency needs: Giants must prioritize offensive playmakers; 3 teams with big QB questions 

Will the Giants invest in more star power around Daniel Jones? How will the Falcons, Vikings and Buccaneers proceed at QB? The Next Gen Stats analytics team digs into three key free agency needs for every NFC squad.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) rolls out against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 58 football game Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano)

AFC free agency needs: Chiefs must find pass-catching help; will Ravens bolster O-line?

Will the Chiefs find a new WR for Patrick Mahomes to throw to? How can the Ravens best help Lamar Jackson? With the free agency frenzy right around the corner, the Next Gen Stats analytics team identifies the three biggest needs for each AFC team. 
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Next Gen Stats: How defensive pressure defined the 2023 NFL season

What is the one aspect of football that most defined the 2023 NFL season? Pressure. Next Gen Stats analytics expert John Andersen takes an in-depth look at the multitude of ways defenses harassed QBs.