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2020 NFL Draft 5th year options: What went righ...
The deadline has come and gone for teams to pick up the 5th year option for first round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Headlined by Joe Burrow, Chase Young and Justin Jefferson, there was a wide range of decisions made when it comes to picking up or declining the options. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the decisions, focusing on the why.
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What 2023 NFL Draft Classes tell us about direc...
The NFL Draft can provide clues into how teams see themselves and where they are in their respective lifecycles. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs consider each AFC team and categorize them as a long-term contender, win now team, young contender, team in transition a rebuilding franchise or a directionless franchise.
44 min
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2023 NFL Draft Superlatives: Pittsburgh Steeler...
With the 2023 NFL Draft now in the books, it time to reflect on what went down! On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs offer their selections for the following superlatives: Most to Help Quarterback, Most Aggressive, Did the Most with the Least, Can be a Foundational Class, Favorite Class and Need to See it.
33 min
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NFL Draft 2023: Best pick for every team in top...
With the first three rounds of the 2023 NFL Draft in the books, it's time to identify the best selection made for each team in the league. Green Bay Packers select Tucker Kraft, Marvin Mims teams up with Sean Payton and Russell Wilson with the Denver Broncos, Matthew Bergeron is headed to the Atlanta Falcons, and of course Kentucky quarterback Will Levis found his way to his next team: the Tennessee Titans along with Tulane running back Tyjae Spears.
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2023 NFL Draft 1st Round Reactions: Houston Tex...
The first round of the 2023 NFL Draft is in the books so it's time to react to the biggest storylines including winner and losers! Among the teams and picks making the most noise were the Houston Texans, Philadelphia Eagles, Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions. How did Howie Roseman land BOTH Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith? The Texans got CJ Stroud and Will Anderson! Did the Lions reach for Jahmyr Gibbs and Jack Campbell? Did the Falcons do the right thing by taking Bijan Robinson? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break it all down!
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Kyle Crabbs' FINAL predictive 2023 NFL Mock Draft
The 2023 NFL Draft is rapidly approaching so it's time to make our final prediction as to how things will unfold on Thursday Night! On today's episode, Kyle Crabbs delivers his final mock draft that features plenty of surprises including a team trading into the top 10 for a quarterback, a big run on corners and offensive linemen and some toolsy defensive line additions towards the end of the round.
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Joe Marino's FINAL predictive 2023 NFL Mock Draft
The 2023 NFL Draft is rapidly approaching so it's time to make our final prediction as to how things will unfold on Thursday Night! On today's episode, Joe Marino delivers his final mock draft that features plenty of surprises including only two top-10 quarterbacks, two first-round running backs, a plethora of defensive line additions and some surprising names not included among the first 31 selections.
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Final Predictive Top 100 Prospects for the 2023...
The NFL Draft is just days away and so it's time to get predictive! On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs finalize their predictive big board for the 2023 NFL Draft. Which prospects will actually go in the first 100 picks? Figuring that out is the task of the Draft Dudes!
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Dalvin Cook, Trey Lance among NFL veterans that...
With the NFL Draft coming this week, NFL veterans could also be on the move. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs examine 12 different veteran players that could be traded on Draft Day including Trey Lance, Dalvin Cook, DeAndre Hopkins, Aaron Rodgers, Jonah Williams, Cedrick Wilson, Derrick Henry, Austin Ekeler, Devin White, Budda Baker, Ed Oliver and Montez Sweat.
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2023 NFL Draft Buzz: How closely graded are Wil...
With the 2023 NFL Draft fast approaching, the rumors are swirling. On today's episode, Joe Marino & Kyle Crabbs dive into the latest rumors, buzz and hot takes regarding this year's event including a discussion on how closely graded Tyree Wilson and Will Anderson are.
43 min
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2023 NFL Mock Draft picks 28-31: Kansas City Ch...
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2023 NFL Mock Draft picks 23-28: Kentucky QB Wi...
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2023 NFL Mock Draft picks 17-22: Bijan Robinson...
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2023 NFL Mock Draft picks 11-16: Massive Jaguar...
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2023 NFL Mock Draft picks 6-10: a Detroit Lions...
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2023 NFL Mock Draft picks 1-5: Is Bryce Young o...
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2023 NFL Mock Draft: Kansas City Chiefs, New Yo...
The Draft Dudes continue their 2023 NFL Mock Draft with the second half of the opening round, this time seeing a host of offensive line help for teams with young quarterbacks. Bijan Robinson comes off the Board and there's also plenty of defensive x-factors snatched up.
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2023 NFL Mock Draft: Houston Texans don't pick ...
The 2023 NFL Draft is fast approaching so it's time for the Draft Dudes to conduct their latest Mock Draft. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs work through the first 15 selections, coming to terms on consensus selections. Among the top storylines include the Las Vegas Raiders trading up, the Houston Texans not drafting a quarterback and Jalen Carter's slide.
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The Philadelphia Eagles make Jalen Hurts highes...
The Philadelphia Eagles made Jalen Hurts the highest paid player in NFL history, fully committing to him as the guy moving forward. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs celebrate Hurts' development, discuss how Howie Roseman has built around him and discuss the challenges for the Philadelphia moving forward as the class of the NFC.
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What should Arizona Cardinals do with Budda Bak...
Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker has requested to either be traded or become the NFL's highest paid safety. Either avenue presents challenges for the Arizona Cardinals as they move forward with Kyler Murray injured, a new head coach in Jonathan Gannon and general manager in Monte Ossenfort. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs dive into the dynamics of who Budda Baker is as a player, where the safety market is trending and ultimately what the Cardinals should do with their star player.
25 min
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Can San Francisco 49ers crash the Aaron Rodgers...
Water is wet, the sky is blue and another drama-filled offseason centered around Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers. With the New York Jets seemingly setting the stage perfectly to acquire Aaron Rodgers, a deal is still not done. Could the San Francisco 49ers crash the party? Should they? On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs look at the Aaron Rodgers situation from the standpoint of the Packers, Jets and 49ers.
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What should the Tampa Bay Buccaneers do with LB...
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Devin White has requested a trade so it's time to consider what the franchise should do about it. Should the Bucs trade him? Extend him? Let it play out? On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the situation from every angle by discussing the background, what the film says about who Devin White is and what the future could and should look like.
38 min
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What the Jeff Okudah trade means for both Detro...
The Detroit Lions sent Jeff Okudah, who they selected No. 3 overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, to the Atlanta Falcons for a fifth round draft selection. Why did the Lions part with Okudah and what does it suggest about their draft intentions? How does Okudah's arrival impact the Falcons plans on defense and in the Draft? On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the trade from every angle before reminiscing back on the 2020 NFL Draft.
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How to approach 2023 NFL Draft Outliers Bryce Y...
Some of the top prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft are complete outliers in terms of size, including the likes of Alabama QB Bryce Young, Pittsburgh DT Calijah Kancey and Houston WR Tank Dell. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down how they are approaching those challenging evaluations.
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What Tennessee Titans new deal with Jeffery Sim...
The Tennessee Titans signed defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to a massive contract extension which has an impact on several other young defensive tackles across the NFL including Quinnen Williams with the New York Jets, Ed Oliver with the Buffalo Bills, Christian Wilkins with the Miami Dolphins and Dexter Lawrence with the New York Giants. On today's episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs dive into those dynamics before discussing Odell Beckham's contract with the Baltimore Ravens and what it means for Lamar Jackson.
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