The original content and analysis produced by the PFR staff during the past week:
- While it’s only Week 5, we wanted to look back at the offseason and determine which free agent signings have worked out the best in both the AFC and NFC. Defensive lineman Calais Campbell, who has been outstanding for the Jaguars after inking a four-year deal, took the top spot in the AFC according to PFR readers. Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth, meanwhile, earned that honor in the NFC given that he’s been a massive improvement on former blindside protector Greg Robinson.
- The Patriots discussed trading restricted free agent cornerback Malcolm Butler earlier this year, and Ben Levine asked PFR readers if a deal involving Butler still makes sense. The NFL’s trade deadline is October 41, so New England has roughly three weeks to decide on Butler’s fate. The poll voting was tight, as about 58% of respondents believe the Pats will move Butler before month’s end.