PFF Unveils Team of the Week, Honors Top Players

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PFF Unveils Team of the Week, Honors Top Players

In a recent announcement, PFF revealed its Team of the Week, honoring exceptional players from the latest games. Notable standout performances highlighted remarkable individual achievements and teamwork.

PFF Team of the Week Highlights

Offensive Standouts

  • Jared Goff> – Quarterback, Detroit Lions
  • Jonathan Taylor – Running Back, Indianapolis Colts
  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba – Wide Receiver, Seattle Seahawks
  • Drake London – Wide Receiver, Atlanta Falcons
  • Trey McBride – Tight End, Arizona Cardinals
  • Tyler Warren – Flex, Tight End, Indianapolis Colts

Offensive Line Excellence

  • Andrew Thomas – Left Tackle, New York Giants
  • Steve Avila – Left Guard, Los Angeles Rams
  • Coleman Shelton – Center, Los Angeles Rams
  • Chris Lindstrom – Right Guard, Atlanta Falcons
  • Penei Sewell – Right Tackle, Detroit Lions

Defensive Heroes

Top Defensive Players

  • Jalon Walker – EDGE, Atlanta Falcons
  • Danielle Hunter – EDGE, Houston Texans
  • Cameron Heyward – Defensive Interior, Pittsburgh Steelers
  • Zach Allen – Defensive Interior, Denver Broncos
  • Tyrice Knight – Linebacker, Seattle Seahawks
  • Demario Davis – Linebacker, New Orleans Saints

Top Defensive Stats

  • Jarrian Jones – Cornerback, Jacksonville Jaguars
  • JuJu Brents – Cornerback, Miami Dolphins
  • Malaki Starks – Safety, Baltimore Ravens
  • Cole Bishop – Safety, Buffalo Bills
  • Tyson Campbell – Flex, Cornerback, Cleveland Browns

Player of the Week Awards

Offensive Player of the Week

Jonathan Taylor garnered the honor after achieving a PFF rushing grade of 90.1. He recorded an impressive 205 yards after contact, more than any other running back’s total rushing yards for the week. Taylor’s performance included three touchdowns and seven forced missed tackles, showcasing his dominance on the field.

Defensive Player of the Week

Tyrice Knight earned accolades for his impactful play, achieving a remarkable PFF grade of 93.9. He forced two fumbles on key sacks, which directly contributed to offensive touchdowns. Knight’s performance included a defense stop that highlighted his skill during blitz opportunities.

Rookie of the Week

Malaki Starks of the Baltimore Ravens received this honor for the second consecutive week. Demonstrating outstanding performance, he achieved a PFF grade above 90.0, including an interception and an impressive coverage record allowing just one reception.

Offensive Line Recognition

The Los Angeles Rams offensive line also achieved recognition for their strong performance. They allowed only seven pressures on 37 pass-blocking snaps and helped the team average 4.2 yards per carry, demonstrating their vital role in both pass protection and run game effectiveness.

PFF’s Team of the Week reflects the highest level of achievement in player performance, highlighting skills and teamwork that make a significant impact on the season’s competition.