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While many view the Philadelphia Eagles as one of the toughest possible playoff matchups for the San Francisco 49ers, NFL analyst Bucky Brooks sees it differently.

NFL News / Jacksonville Jaguars on SI / November 23

Preview: Jaguars' Road Trip vs. Cardinals

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars are up for another tough contest in Week 12, taking on an Arizona Cardinals team that they have not seen since Trevor Lawrence's rookie season in 2021.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / September 10

Why Raiders' Ability to Control Games Will be Key

Last season, the Las Vegas Raiders were at the mercy of everyone of their opponents. The Raiders would routinely turn the ball over and lose the time of possession battle, only to watch their opponents dictate the of the game's flow.

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The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz

Can you name the last quarterback to throw at least three touchdown passes in a playoff game for each NFL franchise?

The '2024-25 NFL passing TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

The 'Super Bowl-winning head coaches' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / July 20

Green Bay Gets Three on 22-Player NFL All-Breakout Team

Bucky Brooks' released his 22-player 2025 NFL All-Breakout Team with 11 offensive and defensive players each. The two lists are compiled of second- and third-year players to keep an eye on for the 2025 season.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / July 20

Three Packers on Bucky Brooks’ All-Breakout Team

For the Green Bay Packers to go from playoff team to legitimate championship contender, they’ll need some of their young players to rise into prominent roles.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / June 21

Rams Left Off of Key List

As it turns out, acquisition one of the best pass catchers of a generation while he's still in his prime for an offense that possesses a lethal ariel attack isn't enough to make NFL.com's Bucky Brooks' list of the five teams who had the most productive offseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 2

Brooks: 49ers send a clear message with latest draft class

When NFL analyst Bucky Brooks was asked which general manager sent the clearest message with his team's latest draft class, he didn't hesitate to name John Lynch of the San Francisco 49ers.

New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Jets Draft Justin Fields 'Chain-Mover' In Bucky Brooks' Latest Mock

The NFL Draft is just days away, and teams are finalizing their boards in preparation for the day, and the New York Jets, who pick at No. 7, are an intriguing proposition.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / February 25

49ers select 'dominant pass-rushing prospect' in latest Bucky Brooks mock draft

It wouldn't be surprising to see the San Francisco 49ers use their first-round pick—No. 11 overall—to address their struggling pass rush. Many expect the team to focus on the trenches, targeting either an offensive or defensive lineman with their top selection.

Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / February 16

Bucky Brooks: Lions Still in Super Bowl Mix

The Detroit Lions have suffered devastating playoff losses each of the last two seasons. In 2023, it came against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game, when Dan Campbell’s squad blew a 17-point halftime lead.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / January 29

Bucky Brooks Projects the 49ers to Draft Michigan CB Will Johnson

It's probably fair to assume that Robert Saleh will have a big influence on the 49ers defensive draft picks this offseason. The 49ers just made him the highest-paid coordinator in the NFL -- I'm guessing they gave him some say over his personnel as well.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / November 24, 2024

Bucky Brooks predicts 49ers' chances in tight NFC West race

The San Francisco 49ers find themselves at 5-5 in the NFC West standings during a disappointing 2024 campaign. Facing a challenging two-game stretch, the team is set to take on the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, followed by a trip to Highmark Stadium to face the Buffalo Bills.

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The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz

The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz

The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz

The '4,000-yard NFL passers' quiz

New York Jets News / Yardbarker / July 30, 2024

Joe Tippmann ignores slump talk, praises Aaron Rodgers

Jets center Joe Tippmann ignores sophomore-slump talk, praises Aaron Rodgers

New York Jets center Joe Tippmann is so locked in on nailing the details of his mentally taxing position that he has no time to worry about the sophomore-jinx nonsense that he's heard about.

Jets' Allen Lazard addresses bouncing back from rough season

Aaron Rodgers was livid with Jets after bad practice

Aaron Rodgers hints at how many years he could play for Jets

25 NFL legends who never won a Super Bowl ring

The 'Multiple seasons with 2000+ scrimmage yards' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 19, 2024

Analysts share stunning take on Steelers' Wilson, Browns' Watson

Analysts share stunning take on Steelers' Russell Wilson, Browns' Deshaun Watson

Analysts Bucky Brooks and Daniel Jeremiah of NFL Network gave their AFC North quarterback power rankings for the 2024 preseason.

Three best 'Hard Knocks' storylines for the Cleveland Browns

Three best 'Hard Knocks' storylines for the Pittsburgh Steelers

Browns GM shares huge update on recovery of Deshaun Watson

Every NFL Hall of Fame coach's final season

The 'Most career NFL passing yards' quiz

NFL News / LAFB Network / May 20, 2024

Chargers – Rams in Super Bowl LIX? Analyst Lays Out How Both LA Teams Make The Big Game

NFL Network’s Bucky Brooks thinks that both the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams have what it takes to make the big game next February making Super Bowl LIX an all-LA affair in New Orleans.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 14, 2024

NFL analyst expands on why 2024 Steelers could win AFC North

NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks raised eyebrows when he recently suggested that the Steelers will be "the cream of the crop in the AFC North."

How Russell Wilson is already impressing the Steelers

Report: Justin Fields had ‘toxic' relationship with ex-Bears QB

NFL head coaches with the most wins

The 'Most career NFL passing yards' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 8, 2024

Analyst, former scout explain why they're high on 2024 Steelers

Acquiring Washington offensive tackle Troy Fautanu and West Virginia center Zach Frazier during the draft last month should make life easier for OC Arthur Smith and the QB1.

Najee Harris' days in Pittsburgh could be numbered

Former Steeler says Mike Tomlin is 'on the hot seat'

Insider shuts down Cowboys trade rumors for former first-round RB

The best small-school quarterbacks in NFL history

The 'NFL QBs with the most rushing yards in a season' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / April 30, 2024

Analyst Thinks Steelers Are Drafting Players That Fit the Brand

Bucky Brooks of NFL Network is the latest analyst to give praise to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ impressive draft haul this past weekend. Pro Football Focus gave the Steelers an A+ draft grade and longtime ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper handed Pittsburgh an A-.

Duke Blue Devils News / A to Z Sports / April 24, 2024

Potential first-round lineman says he patterns his game after Packers legend

Graham Barton is one of the most popular potential first-round picks by the Green Bay Packers. According to ESPN Analytics, he is the fifth most likely pick with the 25th overall selection.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / March 26, 2024

Bucky Brooks Mock Draft 3.0 has Miami Selecting…

Free agency is a few weeks old, and the NFL combine is over. We are officially in mock draft season. And while we know mock drafts are more “entertaining” than “science,” they are fun to look at.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / March 22, 2024

NFL.com’s Bucky Brooks ranks Top 5 tight end prospects in 2024 NFL Draft

The league loves a good trend. So as coaches see the impact of tight ends like Travis Kelce and George Kittle, they want to find one in the NFL Draft. There are a bevy of future stars in this years NFL Draft class.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / March 22, 2024

NFL.com’s Bucky Brooks ranks Top 5 safety prospects in 2024 NFL Draft

This year’s safety class vying for attention in the NFL Draft doesn’t feature many big names. So you might not see one go in the first round. But Bucky Brooks, a draft analyst for NFL.com, sees a lot of value spread through the safeties, be they free or strong.