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NFL experts Kyle Crabbs (@GrindingTheTape) and Joe Marino (@TheJoeMarino) break down professional and college scouting, roster construction, team building, salary cap management and much more. Don't miss out on the most comprehensive look at building a successful NFL franchise! Part of the Locked On Podcast Network.

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Joe Marino's One BOLD Prediction For Each NFL F...
The Dudes are dividing and conquering. As a kickoff to Joe & Kyle's annual NFL bets with one another, each host of the show is privately staking their flag in the ground with one bold prediction for each of the NFL's 32 franchise. After the shows are run, Joe and Kyle will compare notes and explore which hot takes are worth making a bet over with one another.
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Kyle Crabbs' One BOLD Prediction For Each NFL F...
The Dudes are dividing and conquering. As a kickoff to Joe & Kyle's annual NFL bets with one another, each host of the show is privately staking their flag in the ground with one bold prediction for each of the NFL's 32 franchise. After the shows are run, Joe and Kyle will compare notes and explore which hot takes are worth making a bet over with one another.
30 min
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The Biggest X-Factor for Every Team in the AFC ...
The NFL is a competitive league and the differences often lie in the margins. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs offer their top x-factor for every team in the AFC and NFC North entering the 2023 NFL Season. Which unknown dynamic is most critical for the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders.
24 min
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Patrick Surtain II, Jevon Holland, Tyson Campbe...
With all the dynamic passing offenses in the NFL, the demand for defenders who can stop the pass has never been greater. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the dynamics of the NFL defensive back market now and in the future. The upcoming contracts are endless and include the likes of Patrick Surtain, Jevon Holland, Tyson Campbell, Antoine Winfield and more!
25 min
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Nick Bosa, Brian Burns, Chris Jones, Christian ...
With the huge emphasis on affecting the opposing quarterback, the defensive linemen in the NFL are demanding more money than ever and the past 12 months have been a clear reflection of that. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the dynamics of the NFL defensive line market now and in the future. The upcoming contracts are endless and include the likes of Nick Bosa, Chris Jones, Brian Burns, Christian Wilkins, Micah Parsons and more!
32 min
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Nick Bolton, Logan Wilson, Patrick Queen, Devin...
The valuation of the linebacker position in the NFL has started to shift in the recent years and we’ve seen a few market-setting deals from the likes of CJ Mosley, Fred Warner and Roquan Smith. What about the next wave of contracts that include Logan Wilson, Nick Bolton, Patrick Queen, Devin White, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, Pete Werner, Jamin Davis, Ernest Jones and others? On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the dynamics of the NFL linebacker market now and in the future.
26 min
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Penei Sewell, Rashawn Slater, Christian Darrisa...
The NFL is a quarterback-driven league which also makes it an offensive line-driven league and the demand for quality blockers has never been higher. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the dynamics of the NFL offensive line market now and in the future. There are some big ticket contracts on the horizon for the likes of Penei Sewell, Rashawn Slater, Christian Darrisaw, Connor Williams, Robert Hunt, Alijah Vera-Tucker, Robert Hunt, Ezra Cleveland and more! And what about Jonah Williams and Cesar Ruiz?
35 min
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Justin Herbert, Trevon Diggs, Saquon Barkley an...
With all 32 NFL teams in training camp, it has prompted a slew of notable contract extensions which included Justin Herbert, Trevon Diggs, Saquon Barkley and Tytus Howard. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the impact of these moves on the Los Angeles Chargers, Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants and Houston Texans.
31 min
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The Biggest X-Factor for Every Team in the AFC ...
The NFL is a competitive league and the differences often lie in the margins. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs offer their top x-factor for every team in the AFC and NFC East entering the 2023 NFL Season. Which unknown dynamic is most critical for the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders.
31 min
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Ja’Marr Chase, Jaylen Waddle, Devonta Smith, Te...
Wide receivers are entering the NFL and producing quicker than ever which lines up well with the emphasis on passing the football in today’s NFL. With that said, wide receiver has become a highly-valued position group with a booming market and we’ve seen plenty of movement throughout the last few offseasons. What can we expect moving forward with expiring contracts in Mike Evans, Ja’Marr Chase, Jaylen Waddle, Devonta Smith, Michael Pittman, Marquise Brown, Gabe Davis, Calvin Ridley, Darnell Mooney and Amon-Ra St. Brown On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the dynamics of the NFL wide receiver market now and in the future.
32 min
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TJ Hockenson, Pat Freiermuth, Travis Kelce & th...
The NFL has found great value in tight end production, especially considering how much less top players at the position cost compared to top wide receivers. But how can we project things moving forward with extensions on the horizon for the likes of TJ Hockenson, Pat Freiermuth and Kyle Pitts. Are Travis Kelce, Mark Andrews and George Kitle due for raises? On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the dynamics of the NFL tight end market now and in the future.
32 min
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The Biggest X-Factor for Every Team in the AFC ...
The NFL is a competitive league and the differences often lie in the margins. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs offer their top x-factor for every team in the AFC and NFC West entering the 2023 NFL Season. Which unknown dynamic is most critical for the Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams and Arizona Cardinals.
35 min
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Josh Jacobs, Saquon Barkley, Jonathan Taylor & ...
The NFL running back market has gone in the opposite direction of other position groups and the players are not happy about that. Superstars Josh Jacobs and Saquon Barkley have been unable to negotiate extensions with the Las Vegas Raiders and New York Giants, leaving their short- and long-term future with their respective organizations in doubt. Is there a real solution for the NFL to consider to help with the devaluation of the running back position? What does the future look like with expiring contracts for Derrick Henry, Jonathan Taylor, JK Dobbins and AJ Dillon? What about the fifth-year option decision looming for Travis Etienne and Najee Harris? On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break it all down.
34 min
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The Biggest X-Factor for Every Team in the AFC ...
The NFL is a competitive league and the differences often lie in the margins. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs offer their top x-factor for every team in the AFC and NFC South entering the 2023 NFL Season. Which unknown dynamic is most critical for the Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars, Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts, Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
33 min
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Joe Burrow, Trevor Lawrence, Justin Herbert, Ki...
The offseason leading up to the 2023 NFL season brought plenty of new contracts that reshaped the quarterback market including Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, Derek Carr, Geno Smith and Daniel Jones. What can we expect over the next 12 months from the quarterback market with Kirk Cousins and Ryan Tannehill as expiring contracts, Justin Herbert, Joe Burrow and Trevor Lawrence primed for big contract extensions and fifth-year option decision looming for Mac Jones and Justin Fields. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break it all down.
30 min
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Ranking the top-10 NFL players at every offensi...
With NFL training camp fast-approaching and us spending the last several months grading and evaluating every roster, it’s time to stack up the best of the best. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs stack up their top-10 players at every offensive position.
36 min
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Ranking the top-10 NFL players at every defensi...
With NFL training camp fast-approaching and us spending the last several months grading and evaluating every roster, it’s time to stack up the best of the best. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs stack up their top-10 players at every defensive position.
39 min
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2023 NFL Roster Rankings: Biggest Surprises and...
We’ve spent the last several weeks grading each NFL team's roster and it’s now time to share those results. For today’s discussion, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs focus on the biggest surprises - both good and bad - in addition to the most high variance teams. Within that context, the New Orleans Saints, Cleveland Browns, Washington Commanders, Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans, New England Patriots, Green Bay Packers and Atlanta Falcons take center stage.
30 min
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Ranking NFL Starting Quarterbacks Entering 2023...
The NFL is a quarterback-driven league and securing a franchise quarterback is critical to sustained success. With that said, who are the best of the best? Where do the likes of Deshaun Watson, Kyler Murray and Russell Wilson belong? Where do ascending young talents like Kenny Pickett and Justin Fields slot? What about Ryan Tannehill, Jimmy Garoppolo and Mac Jones? Where do Jordan Love, Brock Purdy and Baker Mayfield belong? What about young talent in Desmond Ridder, Sam Howell, CJ Stroud, Anthony Richardson and Bryce Young? On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs offer their ranking of the NFL starting quarterbacks entering the 2023 NFL season.
35 min
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Ranking NFL Starting Quarterbacks Entering 2023...
The NFL is a quarterback-driven league and securing a franchise quarterback is critical to sustained success. With that said, who are the best of the best? Are Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen and Jalen Hurst in a tier of their own? Where does Dak Prescott slot? How about Justin Herbert, Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa? What about Lamar Jackson, Kirk Cousins and Aaron Rodgers? How high should you be on Derek Carr, Jared Goff and Geno Smith? On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs offer their ranking of the NFL starting quarterbacks entering the 2023 NFL season.
37 min
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Top 2023 NFL Breakout Candidates at Every Position
Every NFL team is hopeful to enjoy several breakout candidates that can elevate their performance and make a greater impact. With that in mind, which players are the most likely breakout candidates at every position entering the 2023 season? On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs offer their picks.
29 min
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Tiering all 32 NFL head coaches entering 2023 P...
Every NFL team is in search of the right head coach to lead its operation. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs tier all 32 NFL head coaches. Who should be grouped with Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs? How good is Zac Taylor with the Cincinnati Bengals? What about Sean McDermott and the Buffalo Bills and Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams? Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers? Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers? Mike Vrabel and the Tennessee Titans? We sort it all out today!
30 min
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Tiering all 32 NFL head coaches entering 2023 P...
Every NFL team is in search of the right head coach to lead its operation. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs tier all 32 NFL head coaches. Who should be grouped with Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs? How good is Zac Taylor with the Cincinnati Bengals? What about Sean McDermott and the Buffalo Bills and Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams? Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers? Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers? Mike Vrabel and the Tennessee Titans? We sort it all out today!
28 min
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Tiering all 32 NFL defensive coaching staffs en...
The NFL is an offense-driven league and having the right coaching staff is critical but so is stopping them.. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down all 32 defensive coaching staffs into nine different tiers. Is anyone better than Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots? Where does Lou Anarumo and the Cincinnati Bengals slot? How about Robert Saleh and the New York Jets? Vic Fangio and the Miami Dolphins? Sean McDermott and the Buffalo Bills? Dan Quinn and the Dallas Cowboys? Jim Schwartz and the Pittsburgh Cleveland Browns? We tier them all!
31 min
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Tiering all 32 NFL offensive coaching staffs en...
The NFL is an offense-driven league and having the right coaching staff is critical in fielding a competitive football team. On today’s episode, Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down all 32 offensive coaching staffs into six different tiers. Is anyone better than Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs? Where does Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams slot? How about Zac Taylor and the Cincinnati Bengals? Kevin Stefanski and the Cleveland Browns? Ken Dorsey and the Buffalo Bills? Frank Reich and the Carolina Panthers? Matt Canada and the Pittsburgh Steelers? We tier them all!
31 min