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    Ian Valentino

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    Ian Valentino is the former NFL Scouting Director for PFN. He has covered all aspects for the NFL since 2013. He's previously provided scouting services to the NFL, XFL, and CFL in addition to writing for Bleacher Report, Complex Sports, and Sports Illustrated.

    Can Army and Navy Prospects Be Drafted? Exploring the New Armed Forces Waiver

    We rarely see NFL draft prospects from Army, Navy, and Air Force. Read why the new Armed Forces bill has made it more difficult in recent years.

    Ranking the Top 10 NFL Supplemental Draft Picks, Including WRs Cris Carter and Josh Gordon

    With the NFL Supplemental Draft set to return in 2023, we rank the 10 best supplemental picks of all time. See where the most notable names land.

    Aidan Robbins’ Draft Profile | BYU, RB Scouting Report

    BYU RB Aidan Robbins is one of the largest rushers in the nation. We dive into his scouting report to see if he'll be taken in the 2024 NFL Draft.

    Dorian Singer’s Draft Profile | USC, WR Scouting Report

    USC WR Dorian Singer transferred from Arizona to join a loaded Trojans offense. We dive into Singer's 2024 NFL Draft scouting report.

    Austin Jones’ Draft Profile | USC, RB Scouting Report

    USC RB Austin Jones is playing in his final collegiate season in 2023. We're diving into Jones' 2024 NFL Draft scouting report to see where he could be picked.

    Is Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. Draft-Eligible?

    Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. took the nation by storm in 2023. Let's look at a brief scouting report and see when he can jump to the NFL.

    How Many NFL Players Went to South Dakota State?

    South Dakota State has played football since 1889. How many former Jackrabbit players went on to play in the NFL? Who is the most recent?

    How Many NFL Players Went to Montana?

    The Montana Grizzlies have built an impressive program throughout its history. We look at the school's most prominent NFL talent over the years.

    2024 Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft: Michael Penix Jr., Brian Thomas Jr., and Rome Odunze Rise

    The NFL season ends soon, and the 2024 NFL Draft pool is coming together. Here's an updated look at a 2024 Superflex dynasty rookie mock draft.

    2024 NFL Draft Big Board: Top 300 Players Include Michael Penix Jr., J.J. McCarthy, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Others

    With the college football season coming to an end, we've updated our 2024 NFL Draft Big Board that breaks down the top 300 prospects.

    Citrus Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Cooper DeJean, Joe Milton III, Jaylen Wright Out for Iowa vs. Tennessee Matchup

    The Citrus Bowl features the Iowa Hawkeyes and Tennessee Volunteers. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    ReliaQuest Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Malik Nabers, Brian Thomas Jr. To Play; Jayden Daniels, Braelon Allen Skip Wisconsin vs. LSU Matchup

    The ReliaQuest Bowl features the LSU Tigers and Wisconsin Badgers. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    Justin Fields Makes Emphatic On-Field Statement That Bears Shouldn’t Draft Caleb Williams or Drake Maye

    The Chicago Bears will have the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Should they build around Justin Fields or select one of the top QB prospects?

    Music City Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Roman Hemby, Beau Brade, and Jaylin Simpson Headline Auburn vs. Maryland Matchup

    The TransPerfect Music City Bowl features the Auburn Tigers and Maryland Terrapins. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    TaxSlayer Gator Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Will Shipley, Nate Wiggins, and Ray Davis Headline Clemson vs. Kentucky Matchup

    The Gator Bowl features the Clemson Tigers and Kentucky Wildcats. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    Valero Alamo Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Tetairoa McMillan, Jacob Cowing, Jordan Morgan Headline Arizona vs. Oklahoma Matchup

    The Alamo Bowl features the Arizona Wildcats and Oklahoma Sooners. Learn about the 2024 and 2025 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    Pop-Tarts Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Payton Wilson, DJ Giddens, Ben Sinnott Headline NC State vs. Kansas State Matchup

    The Pop-Tarts Bowl features the NC State Wolfpack and Kansas State Wildcats. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    Dynasty Rookie RB Rankings Week 17: De’Von Achane Could Leap Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs

    The dynasty rookie RB class is as dynamic as we've seen in years. See where De'Von Achane, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Bijan Robinson rank in Week 17.

    Dynasty Rookie WR Rankings Week 17: Can Zay Flowers and Jayden Reed Catch Rashee Rice?

    Rookie wide receivers have taken the league by storm -- how do our dynasty rookie WR rankings stack up for fantasy football lineups in Week 17?

    Dynasty Fantasy Football Week 17 Report: Buy Low, Sell High Targets Include George Pickens, Zamir White, and Others

    After 16 weeks of the 2023 regular season, we take a look at how fantasy values have shifted for several RBs and WRs in dynasty leagues.

    Camellia Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Antario Brown, Courtney Jackson Headline Arkansas State vs. Northern Illinois Matchup

    The Camellia Bowl features the Arkansas State Red Wolves and Northern Illinois Huskies. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    Las Vegas Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Ja’Quinden Jackson, Sione Vaki Headline Utah vs. Northwestern Matchup

    The Las Vegas Bowl features the Utah Utes and Northwestern Wildcats. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    Ian Valentino’s 7-Round 2024 NFL Mock Draft: Rome Odunze, Emeka Egbuka, and Brian Thomas Jr. Go to Super Bowl Contenders

    Our latest 7-Round NFL Mock Draft has Super Bowl hopefuls grab offensive playmakers, like Rome Odunze to Buffalo and Emeka Egbuka to Dallas.

    Ventures Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: Samson Evans, La’Damian Webb Headline South Alabama vs. Eastern Michigan Matchup

    The Ventures Bowl features the Eastern Michigan Eagles and South Alabama Jaguars. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

    Gasparilla Bowl NFL Prospect Preview: John Rhys Plumlee, Javon Baker Headline Georgia Tech vs. UCF Matchup

    The Gasparilla Bowl features the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and UCF Knights. Learn about the 2024 NFL Draft prospects in the game.

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