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Ben Linsey
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Ben Linsey compares PFF's Big Board for the 2021 NFL Draft against The Athletic's Consensus Board to unearth potential steals and reaches.
Wed, 28 Apr 21 11:15:51 +0000Justin Herbert and Justin Jefferson emerged out of the 2020 NFL Draft class, helping to provide some lessons for this year's affair.
Tue, 27 Apr 21 10:45:22 +0000From North Dakota State quarterback Trey Lance to Oregon safety Jevon Holland, PFF's Ben Linsey dives into his favorite 2021 NFL Draft prospects.
Mon, 26 Apr 21 10:45:12 +0000For the New York Giants, the 2021 NFL Draft should be all about building around young quarterback Daniel Jones, whether that be adding talent to the offensive line or adding a top-tier pass-catcher to round the receiving corps.
Fri, 23 Apr 21 11:00:33 +0000There are a number of different options on the table for Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes at Pick 7 in the 2021 NFL Draft, from receiver to offensive line to defense to quarterback.
Tue, 20 Apr 21 11:30:02 +0000The NFL draft always comes with a handful of surprises at the back end of the first round. Here are four players who could surprise us when the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft kicks off in two weeks.
Thu, 15 Apr 21 10:30:33 +0000Trading away draft picks to move up and select a quarterback who won't start right away is not always a popular decision, but the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots and the Washington Football team should at least consider it for a talent like Mac Jones or Justin Fields.
Wed, 14 Apr 21 12:00:23 +0000NFL draft season always comes with its share of outlandish takes, with this year's iteration notably questioning Trey Lance's NFL readiness, DeVonta Smith's size and Kyle Pitts' blocking ability. And like most hot takes, these are completely debunked by the PFF data.
Tue, 13 Apr 21 10:00:13 +0000Talented college football receivers are sometimes the victims of poor surroundings, as was the case with these five prospects who could be steals in the 2021 NFL Draft.
Fri, 09 Apr 21 11:15:43 +0000PFF's Ben Linsey breaks down the most recent risers and fallers on PFF's mock draft simulator, from Alabama QB Mac Jones to Ole Miss WR Elijah Moore to Miami DL Jaelan Phillips.
Wed, 07 Apr 21 10:15:55 +0000The Cleveland Browns' offensive line is among the strongest position groups heading into the 2021 NFL Draft.
Tue, 06 Apr 21 10:45:04 +0000PFF's Ben Linsey mocks the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft, sending Trevor Lawrence to Jacksonville, Trey Lance to Denver and Kyle Pitts to Miami. The 49ers also get their QB of the future in Ohio State's Justin Fields at No. 3 overall.
Mon, 05 Apr 21 10:00:48 +0000The Atlanta Falcons' secondary is among the weakest position groups heading into the 2021 NFL Draft after the team let go of its top four safeties in free agency.
Thu, 01 Apr 21 10:00:27 +0000PFF looks at all 32 NFL teams, identifying current areas of strength that may become areas of need in the next few years and selecting a player from the 2021 NFL draft class who can fix those needs.
Wed, 31 Mar 21 10:30:00 +0000Sam Darnold's short tenure as a starting quarterback in New York seems to be coming to an end, as all signs are pointing toward the Jets selecting Zach Wilson with the second overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft. Here are three potential trade destinations.
Mon, 29 Mar 21 12:00:49 +0000Bio
Ben onboarded to PFF full-time in May 2019. He works as an NFL Analyst and as part of the team that produces prep work for NBC's Sunday Night Football. Ben also contributes articles to the content team. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh.
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