In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explores Bruce Arians' harsh assessment of Tom Brady's play. Plus, one faux contender, a draft class that lifted a franchise and a defense that could fuel a title run.

Aaron Donald has not registered a tackle in two consecutive games. What's bothering the Rams pass rusher more is how he's being officiated.

Both teams differ in several key ways from 2019, but one way they've remained the same is in the amount of disruptors that'll be looking to make a statement in prime time. Here are four storylines to watch for when the Rams and Bucs clash on MNF.

Gil Brandt eyes three teams that are better than their records -- and three that are worse. Where do Russell Wilson's Seahawks land?

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is ready to take on Russell Wilson but knows the Seattle Seahawks quarterback will make his job harder. 

Will Russell Wilson win the first MVP of his illustrious career? Or will Patrick Mahomes take home the prize for the second time in three seasons. At the halfway point, analysts predict the 2020 NFL season awards.

Nick Shook eyes the 10 most disruptive defenders in the NFL. Which game-wrecker stands supreme: Myles Garrett or T.J. Watt?

Week 8 could be a big one for a host of rookies set to take on bigger roles in the wake of lineup-altering injuries. Michael Florio breaks down why those players, along with Baker Mayfield and Le'Veon Bell, could be in for much success this week.

How will Tua Tagovailoa perform in his first start for the Miami Dolphins? Will Baker Mayfield and the Browns continue to roll? NFL Network analysts make bold predictions for Week 8 of the 2020 NFL season.

Monday's matchup of top-seven defenses didn't disappoint, even if one of them left town bummed about its second loss of 2020. Rams coach Sean McVay was happy to be the one tasting victory Monday.

In a game featuring two of the NFC's best, a victory for either team could impact the NFC playoff picture as we approach the midway point of the season. Here's what to watch for on Monday Night Football when the Chicago Bears take on the Los Angeles Rams.

Week 6 delivered lessons across the NFL. Marc Sessler spotlights what's hot (statement performances from the Steelers and Buccaneers) and what's not (shameful showings by the Vikings and Cowboys).

The Seattle Seahawks and Green Bay Packers are the NFC's last remaining undefeateds, but Adam Rank says the conference's best team is the Los Angeles Rams.

Dynamic Steelers rookie Chase Claypool hauled in AFC Offensive Player of the Week, while Cardinals QB Kyler Murray earned NFL hardware.

Should the Dolphins extend the Ryan Fitzpatrick era? Do the Panthers belong to Teddy Bridgewater? Brandon Mendoza runs through six overreactions from Week 5.

Who made the biggest Sunday statements in Week 5? Adam Schein goes across the NFL to spotlight a number of players and teams, including the Raiders, Steelers and Browns.

Every week the NFL Media Research team puts together the best notes from Sunday's slate of games. Here are the top nuggets from Week 5. 

Nick Shook reveals his top 10 MVP candidates heading into Week 5 of the 2020 NFL season. Can anyone knock Russell Wilson from his perch?

Gil Brandt lists his top five Defensive Player of the Year candidates through Week 4 -- and some fresh faces rank highly.

In the wake of Week 3, Marc Sessler catalogs what's hot (the Josh Allen experience, Kyle Shanahan's genius) and what's not (Joe Burrow's protection, Dwayne Haskins' viability) across the NFL.

Can all four NFC West teams make the expanded playoff field? Cynthia Frelund explores that possibility. Plus, one stat to question and two fantasy sleepers for Week 3.

Football's back! And the first Sunday of the 2020 NFL season certainly didn't disappoint. Adam Schein spotlights the nine biggest winners, including the Washington Football Team.

The Rams got significant contributions from numerous players in Sunday night's 20-17 victory over the Cowboys. Jim Trotter looks at how Los Angeles christened its new $5 billion stadium. 

Will Patrick Mahomes be named MVP for the second time in his young career? Analysts predict every award winner heading into the 2020 NFL season.

Can anyone top Patrick Mahomes when it comes to contributing to their team's success? Cynthia Frelund projects win share leaders for the 2020 NFL season.

The "Move the Sticks" hosts spotlight Rams DT Aaron Donald and Buccaneers TE Rob Gronkowski.

PFF reveals the highest-graded player on every team through the first 10 weeks of the 2020 season.

Cynthia Frelund breaks down the numbers from a dominant performance by the Los Angeles Rams' defense against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 10.

NFL Network's Steve Wyche breaks down the Los Angeles Rams' defensive effort against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 10.

NFL analyst Brian Baldinger looks back at Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald's history of getting after Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson ahead of the two players' matchup in Week 10.

Steve Wyche reports on how the Los Angeles Rams defense plans to try to stifle the Seattle Seahawks.

From a matchup between two dual-threat quarterbacks (Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray and Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen) to the Pittsburgh Steelers looking to stay unbeaten vs. rookie Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, we have you covered with the top storylines to watch this weekend for Week 10 of the 2020 NFL season.

Aaron Donald has sacked Russell Wilson 12 times in his career. Can the Seahawks give Wilson time to connect down field?

Pro Football Focus unveils its All-Pro Team at the midpoint of the 2020 season.

NFL Network's Nick Shook breaks down his 10 most disruptive pass rushers of 2020 ahead of Week 9.

Pro Football Focus ranks every player who scored a grade over 90 in Week 8.

Watch the top plays of Week 8 during the 2020 NFL season.

Watch the best defensive plays of Week 8.

Watch all of the highlights from the Miami Dolphins home win against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 8 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald shakes his head after his tackle for loss disrupts Miami's Wildcat play to rookie Dolphins rookie Malcolm Perry.

Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald ends Miami Dolphins rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's first drive as starter with a strip-sack.

From the first head-to-head matchup between Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson to Miami Dolphins rookie Tua Tagovailoa's first NFL start, we have you covered with the top storylines to watch this weekend for Week 8 of the 2020 NFL season.

Here is every player with a Pro Football Focus grade of 90+ in Week 7 of the 2020 NFL season.

Los Angeles Rams defensive linemen Aaron Donald, Greg Gaines meet at Nick Foles for the sack.

Listen to the "Move the Sticks" player spotlight on Chicago Bears pass rusher Khalil Mack and Los Angeles Rams pass rusher Aaron Donald.

From the head-to-head matchup between future Hall of Famers Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady to the big arm battle between Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen, we have you covered with the top storylines to watch in Week 6 of the 2020 NFL season.

Here is every player with a Pro Football Focus grade of 90 or above in Week 5 of the 2020 NFL season.

NFL Network's Dan Hanzus explains why the Los Angeles Rams jumped up one spot in Week 6 Power Rankings.

The "NFL Total Access" crew gives out Week 5 game balls.

The "Good Morning Football" crew awards game balls for Week 5.