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Dalton Wasserman

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Wide receiver Malik Nabers and quarterback Jayden Daniels were among the first-round standouts in Week 3 of the 2024 NFL season.

By Dalton Wasserman Sep 24, 2024 8:15 am EDT
2 months ago

PFF's Trevor Sikkema and Dalton Wasserman review every Week 3 matchup and discuss the highest-graded player from every team.

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The Vikings didn’t plan on their entire season balancing on Sam Darnold's success, but so far, he is playing at a level that he never has before. If he continues his current level of play for the entire season, he could make his first postseason appearance as a starter.

By Dalton Wasserman Sep 18, 2024 11:41 am EDT Minnesota Vikings
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How to watch each of the top Week 4 college football games, in addition to analysis and predictions.

By Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick Sep 18, 2024 5:15 am EDT
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Wide receivers Marvin Harrison Jr. and Malik Nabers were among the first-round standouts in Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season.

By Dalton Wasserman Sep 17, 2024 6:15 am EDT
2 months ago

PFF's Trevor Sikkema and Dalton Wasserman review every Week 2 matchup and discuss the highest-graded player from every team!

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While some may prefer Josh Allen and the Bills' more conservative approach, it’s hard to ignore the fact that his legs bring an incredible amount of value to their offense.

By Dalton Wasserman Sep 13, 2024 6:00 am EDT Buffalo Bills
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How to watch each of the top Week 3 college football games, in addition to analysis and predictions.

By Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick Sep 11, 2024 5:15 am EDT
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Los Angeles Rams edge defender Jared Verse and New Orleans Saints tackle Taliese Fuaga were among the first-round standouts in Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season.

By Dalton Wasserman Sep 10, 2024 5:45 am EDT
2 months ago

PFF's Trevor Sikkema and Dalton Wasserman review every Week 1 matchup and discuss the highest-graded player from every team!

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A quarterback can only do so much if their protection consistently fails them. Shedeur Sanders is no exception to that principle. If Colorado doesn’t start winning individual matchups and/or make schematic adjustments to help alleviate pressure, the Buffaloes could be in for another long season.

By Dalton Wasserman Sep 9, 2024 11:37 am EDT
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Much was made of the 49ers’ contractual dispute with wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, but finding a solution to their standoff with Trent Williams was arguably more important. With the future Hall of Famer back in tow, the 49ers head into another season as a primary contender to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. 

By Dalton Wasserman Sep 3, 2024 1:42 pm EDT San Francisco 49ers
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With free agency and the 2024 NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, NFL rosters are taking shape. That gives us an opportunity to look forward and project the starting lineups for every NFL team heading into the 2024 season.

By Dalton Wasserman and Jim Wyman Sep 3, 2024 10:20 am EDT
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Indianapolis Colts edge defender Laiatu Latu and Baltimore Ravens cornerback Nate Wiggins were among the first-round standouts in Week 3 of the 2024 NFL preseason.

By Dalton Wasserman Aug 27, 2024 6:45 am EDT
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Dalton Wasserman breaks down the 2026 NFL Draft prospects to watch during this year's college football slate.

By Dalton Wasserman Aug 27, 2024 5:45 am EDT
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While Oregon State lost a great coach and most of its key players, it can still expect a winning season as it plays mostly Mountain West teams.

By Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick Aug 24, 2024 7:30 am EDT
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With a returning head coach and some key players from last year’s roster coming back, Washington State isn’t in as tough of a spot as Oregon State. Given their easier schedule, a bowl game should be the expectation for the Cougars.

By Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick Aug 24, 2024 7:00 am EDT
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If Brett Gabbert stays healthy, Miami should fully expect to compete for another MAC title, thanks to its defense.

By Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick Aug 24, 2024 6:30 am EDT
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Memphis should once again field one of the best offenses in the Group of Five, but the Tigers need to improve defensively to win the American and possibly secure a playoff spot.

By Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick Aug 24, 2024 6:00 am EDT
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With one of the easiest schedules in the country, Liberty basically has to go undefeated to earn a playoff spot. The Flames, with their elite rushing attack, have a good chance to do so once again.

By Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick Aug 24, 2024 5:30 am EDT
Bio

Dalton joined PFF in July 2022, working with the Data Collection team. Overtime, he found his place as a College Football / Draft Analyst, and co-host of Preferred Walk-On.

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