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Is J.J. McCarthy the NFL's biggest wild card in 2025? Plus, five sneaky-good games in the schedule release

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explains why a second-year quarterback could be the NFL's biggest wild card in 2025. Plus, five sneaky-good games from the schedule release.

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Ranking top NFL pass-catching groups: Bengals lead class; Cowboys stand out after George Pickens trade

Which NFL squads have the best pass-catching groups? Bucky Brooks dives into teams' rosters to rank his top eight, a list that includes the Cowboys after their acquisition of George Pickens.

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2025 NFL Draft: Ten perfect player-team fits

How good can Colston Loveland be in Ben Johnson's offense in Chicago? Bucky Brooks identifies 10 perfect player-team fits coming out of the 2025 NFL Draft.

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2025 NFL Draft: All-Pros, Pro Bowlers and overachievers in this class

Just how high is Travis Hunter's ceiling? What makes Shedeur Sanders the top QB? Will Mason Taylor be a dominant tight end? Bucky Brooks breaks the 2025 NFL Draft class into All-Pros, Pro Bowlers and prospects who will outperform their draft status.

2025 NFL Draft class superpowers: Abdul Carter's first step, Ashton Jeanty's contact balance and more

Which pass rusher has the best first step in the 2025 NFL Draft class? Which wide receiver wins jump balls with awe-inspiring ease? And which quarterback offers electric running ability? Bucky Brooks spotlights nine prospect superpowers.

Top 10 NFL defenders to build around in 2025: Micah Parsons, Myles Garrett among ideal centerpieces

Is Micah Parsons the perfect defensive centerpiece? Does anyone match Myles Garrett's disruptive playmaking ability? Bucky Brooks spotlights the 10 best NFL defenders to build around heading into the 2025 season.

2025 NFL Draft: Will Johnson, Luther Burden III and Malaki Starks among players you shouldn't overthink

With less than a month to go before the 2025 NFL Draft, we are reaching the point of prospect fatigue. Guarding against pernicious nitpicking, Bucky Brooks spotlights seven players you should NOT overthink, including Georgia safety Malaki Starks.

Why Shedeur Sanders is the 2025 NFL Draft's top quarterback; plus, four ideal team fits

What makes Shedeur Sanders well-suited for the pro game? Bucky Brooks breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of the player he sees as the top QB in the 2025 NFL Draft; plus, he identifies four ideal team fits for the polarizing prospect.

How Justin Fields can become a superstar with the N.Y. Jets, plus five PERFECT free agency marriages

Are the Jets finally about to unlock Justin Fields' full potential? Bucky Brooks explains how the QB could be exactly what New York's offense needs in 2025. Plus, five perfect player-team marriages from the NFL's first wave of free agency.

Ten underrated NFL free agents in position to thrive in 2025

Might Justin Fields truly come into his own in 2025? Which TE is ready to play "Joker"? Could a promising pass-rusher put it all together? Bucky Brooks spotlights 10 underrated free agents in position to thrive in the upcoming NFL season.

Bucky Brooks 2025 NFL mock draft 2.0: Jags scoop up Travis Hunter; three playoff teams add a receiver

In his second mock of the 2025 NFL Draft, Bucky Brooks has three playoff teams adding firepower at wide receiver. Meanwhile, Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty come off the board a little later than you might anticipate. Check out the full first-round projection, 1-32.

2025 NFL Draft: 10 prospects who could rise during pre-draft process

Will Cam Skattebo convince teams he can be a primary back by the time the 2025 NFL Draft begins? Ahead of the NFL Scouting Combine, Bucky Brooks identifies 10 prospects with the chance to significantly boost their stock in the coming months.

Eight biggest Super Bowl windows right now: Chiefs rank third; Packers crack top five

With the 2024 NFL campaign in the books, it's time to look forward to next season -- and beyond. Who currently has the biggest Super Bowl window? Bucky Brooks provides his ranking of the top eight contenders for the next few Lombardi Trophies.

2025 NFL Draft burning questions: Which position should Travis Hunter play? Ashton Jeanty's value?

As the 2024 NFL campaign comes to an end, draft season is upon us. With that in mind, Bucky Brooks explores five burning questions looming around this prospect crop. Who is the QB3 in this class? Which position should Travis Hunter play? How high could RB Ashton Jeanty go?

Bucky Brooks 2025 NFL mock draft 1.0: Titans take Shedeur Sanders at No. 1; Ashton Jeanty to Dallas

In his first mock of the 2025 NFL Draft, Bucky Brooks has two quarterbacks coming off the board in the first three picks. Meanwhile, the Cowboys land one of the buzziest prospects in the class. Check out the full first-round projection, 1-32.

NFL Championship Sunday unit rankings: Eagles reign supreme on offense AND defense! Chiefs flat?

Championship Sunday offers an enticing double-header: Commanders at Eagles, followed by Bills at Chiefs. How do the final four rosters stack up against each other on offense? On defense? Bucky Brooks provides his rankings -- with one team topping both lists!

Ranking NFL's top 10 free-agent signings of 2024: Divisional Round teams capitalized on open market

Which free-agent signings from last offseason paid immediate -- and enormous -- dividends to NFL teams? Bucky Brooks provides his top 10, with half of the featured players preparing for this weekend's Divisional Round. Does Derrick Henry or Saquon Barkley top the list?

Ranking the NFL's top five coaching staffs right now: Chiefs, Vikings, Lions employ brilliant football minds

With the coaching carousel spinning once again as we simultaneously head into the NFL playoffs, the spotlight is on the league's teachers and tacticians. With that in mind, Bucky Brooks ranks the top five coaching staffs right now.

Ranking the top five rookie classes of the 2024 NFL season: Commanders, Eagles struck gold

Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean have helped the Eagles' defense dominate. Which other contenders are getting a boost from first-year pros? Bucky Brooks ranks the top five rookie classes of the 2024 NFL season.

Contract-year winners! Seven ascending players poised to break the bank in 2025 NFL free agency

As the 2024 NFL regular season winds down, Bucky Brooks spotlights seven ascending players who capitalized on a contract season, putting themselves in position to break the bank in 2025 free agency.

Michael Penix Jr. could unlock Falcons' explosive potential; plus, two teams with scary playoff upside

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks provides a Michael Penix Jr. primer in advance of the No. 8 overall pick's first start for the Atlanta Falcons. Plus, the most dangerous team nobody's talking about and a defensive revival in Green Bay.

Brian Thomas Jr., Ladd McConkey top rookie WR rankings; Brock Bowers deserves OROY award!

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks ranks the top five rookie receivers in 2024. Who's No. 1? Plus, the first-year freak who truly deserves to take home the Offensive Rookie of the Year award.

Stop overlooking Steelers and Vikings as true Super Bowl contenders! Plus, Kansas City's new concern

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks spotlights two TRUE Super Bowl contenders who deserve a lot more respect. Plus, a new concern for the back-to-back champion Chiefs.

Sophomore slump/bump/breakout: What's up with C.J. Stroud? Bryce Young reborn? Next great slot?

What's wrong with C.J. Stroud? How has Bryce Young gotten back on track? Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba the next All-Pro slot receiver? In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks examines three high-profile players from the 2023 NFL Draft who are encountering different experiences in Year 2.