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He points out that the NFL, college teams, and leagues across the globe rely heavily on PFF, and many announcers use it to evaluate performances. Collinssworth emphasizes that critics often dismiss PFF without understanding how the system is built, refined, and integrated into football decision-making.

The Potential Misuse and Consequences of Grading Systems

However, amid the defense of PFF, there's recognition of its limitations. The concern is that if grades become the sole basis for decisions—like drafts or contracts—teams might over-rely on them, risking talent evaluation errors. There's also worry about players and agents trying to influence grading through bribes or other illicit means, given how much money is driven by these assessments.