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Are the New Orleans Saints eyeing Arch Manning in 2026? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab ask and answer their biggest "What Ifs" two days before the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off. But first, Jori breaks down her Yahoo Sports story on consensus No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward. When's the last time we've seen a QB1 fly under the radar like this? And how has his unusual path lead him to the NFL? Later in the show, the crew dives into the looming draft questions that have been plaguing them. Will the Saints pass on Shedeur Sanders and Jaxson Dart for Texas QB Arch Manning in 2026? Will the Bears select Ashton Jeanty at No. 10 overall or will another team trade up to snag him earlier? And does Aaron Rodgers have a big announcement up his sleeve on Thursday night? We're talking about it all! (4:57) Why is Cam Ward flying under the radar? (23:53) What if the Saints plan to draft Arch Manning in 2026? (38:55) What if the Bears draft Ashton Jeanty? (48:38) What if Aaron Rodgers announces his retirement? (53:40) What if Tyreek Hill gets traded? 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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2025 NFL Mock Draft: Shedeur Sanders to the Steelers + Ashton Jeanty to the Bears | Football 301 1:35:00

2 days ago1:35:00

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We are just days away from opening night of the NFL Draft! To celebrate, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald are putting on their GM hats to mock their ideal fits for all 32 teams' first-round picks. There are some spicy ones that you don't want to miss! (4:30) - Picks 1-10 (40:15) - Picks 11-20 (1:09:00) - Picks 21-32 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Aaron Rodgers breaks silence to TRASH Jets + Predicting the top 10 NFL Draft picks | Inside Coverage 1:08:57

6 days ago1:08:57

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What do Aaron Rodgers' comments on The Pat McAfee Show indicate about his future in the NFL? Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down the drama that unfolded in the veteran QB's final meeting with Aaron Glenn and the New York Jets. They also look ahead and question what this means for Rodgers' future how the Pittsburgh Steelers should proceed in their quarterback search. The crew moves on to take a look at picks 1-10 in the NFL Draft and do their best to predict who each team will select. Things get interesting as they get to the New Orleans Saints at pick #9. Do they have their eye on Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart? Finally, we wrap things up with a discussion about Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald's 2025 All-Juice Team. Who made the AJT Mt. Rushmore this year? Take a listen and find out! (2:08) Aaron Rodgers speaks out: ‘I’m open to anything’ (27:31) 2025 NFL Draft predictions (27:49) Cam Ward to Titans at no. 1? (28:26) Travis Hunter to Browns at no. 2? (35:50) Abdul Carter to Giants at no. 3? (37:42) Who will Patriots draft at no. 4? (41:16) Who will Jags draft at no. 5? (44:40) Who will Raiders draft at no. 6? (49:24) Who will Jets draft at no. 7? (52:44) Jalon Walker to Panthers at no. 8? (54:09) Who will Saints draft at no. 9? (59:15) Do Bears have a shot at Jeanty at no. 10? (1:01:01) 2025 NFL Draft All-Juice Team 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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14 Players we're ‘Planting a Flag’ on in the 2025 NFL Draft class | Football 301 1:21:15

7 days ago1:21:15

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Could Damien Martinez be the next Marshawn Lynch? Nate Tice and Charles McDonald discuss that and more as they plant their flag on 2025 NFL draft prospects. Nate & C-Mac go back-and-forth, giving their opinions on which guys they believe are already set to have productive careers in the NFL. Then, they close out the episode reacting to listener flag plants and draft predictions. You don't want to miss it! (03:55) - WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State (6:55) - WR Tory Horton, Colorado State (11:45) - OL Grey Zabel, North Dakota State (16:35) - RB Devin Neal, Kansas (21:10) - RB Damien Martinez, Miami (27:50) - TE Mitchell Evans, Notre Dame (33:00) - DT Kenneth Grant, Michigan (37:10) - OL Marcus Mbow & OG Donovan Jackson (42:45) - S Andrew Mukuba, Texas (46:25) - DT Derrick Harmon & OT Josh Conerly Jr. (49:25) - CB Shavon Revel Jr, East Carolina (52:40) - CB Trey Amos, Ole Miss (55:25) - Reacting to listener flag plants 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Jalen Ramsey, Dolphins explore trade + How Nico Iamaleava drama impacts his NFL future | Inside Coverage 1:05:19

9 days ago1:05:19

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Should the Miami Dolphins rebuild now that they're looking to trade Jalen Ramsey and considering the drama surrounding Tyreek Hill? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab have an riveting discussion about how the Dolphins move forward and the impact of Tua Tagovailoa's contract on the future of the team. Plus, will Nico Iamaleava's NIL dispute with Tennessee negatively impact his future draft stock? With a sharp rise in rookie quarterbacks who have transferred succeeding in the NFL, the crew isn't convinced it hurts the young QB in the long run. Finally, they react to reports that Travis Hunter says he won't play at all if a team decides to limit him to playing one position. You don't want to miss this episode! (00:55) - Jalen Ramsey seeking trade partner (7:20) - Are the Dolphins preparing to blow it up? (12:40) - Will Tyreek Hill be a Dolphin in 2025? (24:20) - Nico Iamaleava & how the transfer portal impacts the NFL (48:35) - Travis Hunter demands he plays WR & CB in the NFL (59:35) - Hunter’s thoughts on Shedeur Sanders’ ball-patting tendency 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Travis Hunter AND Shedeur Sanders to the Browns?! SPICY 2025 NFL Draft Predictions | Football 301 1:27:22

9 days ago1:27:22

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Could the Cleveland Browns draft Travis Hunter AND Shedeur Sanders? With the 2025 NFL Draft on the horizon, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back with their mild, hot and spicy draft predictions. They discuss how many RBs could get taken off the board in the first round as teams fear they might miss a run. The pair also mull over the likelihood of a surprise team trading back for a QB or Aaron Rodgers hijacking draft coverage by announcing his retirement. Things get even spicer with a blockbuster trade during the draft involving one of the league's most explosive WRs. It's a hot show that will leave your eyes watering and mouth sizzling! (3:20) - Mild draft predictions (23:45) - Medium draft predictions (49:55) - Spicy draft predictions 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Titans will RUIN Cam Ward & more 2025 NFL Draft BOLD predictions | Inside Coverage 59:42

13 days ago59:42

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Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab are coming in hot for another fun episode of Inside Coverage. They start the episode covering the breaking news that Joe Flacco is reuniting with the Cleveland Browns. Frank gets the hot take theme started early, saying the veteran quarterbacks won't be able to beat out Kenny Pickett for the starting job. Then the guys pivot to the draft, trading their hot takes about some of the hottest prospects. How many QBs will go in the first round? Could Ashton Jeanty go to the Dallas Cowboys? Will Cam Ward be the rookie of the year or will he be ruined by the Tennessee Titans? We don't know, but we'll speculate! (4:40) - Browns sign Joe Flacco (14:45) - How many QBs go in round one? (27:45) - Who’s the first wide receiver drafted (besides Hunter)? (36:25) - Where does Ashton Jeanty land? (42:00) - Cam Ward bold predictions (49:05) - What will Giants do at 3 overall? (50:55) - What will Patriots do at 4 overall? (54:20) - Steelers will be forced to take a QB 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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2025 NFL Draft Big Board Battle & Deion Sanders talks advising Shedeur, Travis Hunter & Shilo | Football 301 1:22:45

14 days ago1:22:45

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Now that we're officially 2 weeks away from the 2025 NFL Draft, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back to break down their latest big boards. They discuss the biggest differences between their rankings and guys that made the biggest jumps from their previous big boards. We finish up the episode with C Mac's interview with Colorado head coach Deion Sanders. They talk about Coach Prime's sons Shedeur and Shilo entering the draft. They also chat about the viability of Colorado two-way player and Heisman winner Travis Hunter playing WR and CB in the NFL. It's a fun show that you don't want to miss! (3:50) - 5 biggest differences on our big boards (32:10) - New additions to the top 50 (43:55) - Biggest risers (52:35) - Guys we’re higher on (1:11:25) - Coach Prime joins the show! 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Is Shedeur Sanders' ball-patting overblown? + Travis Hunter to the Browns? | Inside Coverage 54:07

16 days ago54:07

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Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein dive into the Colorado Showcase fallout and what it means for the NFL Draft. Plus, they discuss who could be the new Geno Smith and if the veteran QB is making a comeback. We are a few days removed from the Colorado Pro Day, "Showcase," that got everyone talking. Is Shedeur Sanders patting the ball really that big of a deal? Does Travis Hunter to the Cleveland Browns feel inevitable? Is playing both ways in the NFL realistic? Frank and Jori answer all of these questions and they give their thoughts on how the pre-draft process in the NFL might be changing with new trends in player workouts. They also discuss how the rise of veteran quarterbacks getting second (and third) chances in the NFL may have an impact on this year's NFL Draft. How long will the marriage between Geno Smith and the Las Vegas Raiders last? Someone thinks Tom Brady may have an impact to that answer. Last year there was Sam Darnold, Geno before him, who might be the new veteran quarterback to revitalize his career with a fresh start? So many questions, leading to so many more questions, and a few answers. Let's take a look at some Inside Coverage of the NFL today. (1:20) - Colorado Pro Day fallout: Shedeur Sanders (19:40) - Colorado Pro Day fallout: Travis Hunter (27:40) - Will Travis Hunter skipping testing matter? (39:20) - Predicting veterans who could have a Geno-like career revival 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Wide Receivers with Matt Harmon | Football 301 1:48:21

16 days ago1:48:21

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For our final 2025 NFL Drat position preview, Nate Tice welcomes Matt Harmon to the show to talk wide receivers. Starting with Colorado's Travis Hunter and working their way through the rest of the class, Nate and Matt break down strengths and weaknesses for each wideout and give their player comparisons and team fits. The two agree that this is a much deeper class than advertised. You don't want to miss it! (3:25) General thoughts about this year's WR class (6:50) Travis Hunter, Colorado (18:06) Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona (27:31) Matthew Golden, Texas (37:02) Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State (44:42) Luther Burden III, Missouri (51:28) Jayden Higgins, Iowa State (59:25) Jack Bech, TCU (1:06:01) Tre Harris, Ole Miss (1:13:36) Jalen Royals, Utah State (1:19:01) Elic Ayomanor, Stanford (1:25:30) Jaylin Noel, Iowa State (1:31:01) Isaiah Bond, Texas (1:33:33) Xavier Restrepo, Miami (1:36:59) Our favorite under-the-radar WR prospects 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Quarterbacks with Dane Brugler | Football 301 1:17:51

20 days ago1:17:51

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Nate Tice is joined by Dane Brugler of the Athletic to break down the quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft class. They start off by talking about their overall impressions of this year's class and how it compares to years past. Then they dive deep on Miami's Cam Ward, Colorado's Shedeur Sanders and Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart. Then they discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Alabama's Jalen Milroe, Louisville's Tyler Shough and more! (4:00) - General vibes of this year’s QB class (9:00) - Cam Ward, Miami (26:00) - Shedeur Sanders, Colorado (38:00) - Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss (50:00) - Jalen Milroe, Alabama (59:20) - Tyler Shough, Louisville (1:06:25) - Quinn Ewers, Texas (1:08:35) - Riley Leonard, Notre Dame (1:11:55) - Lightning round! 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Patriots trade Joe Milton to the Cowboys?! + Is Cam Ward the Titans' soul mate? | Inside Coverage 1:02:45

21 days ago1:02:45

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Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein dive into the strange situation of direct negotiations between Jerry Jones and Micah Parsons. They also explore the potential contract scenarios involving Trey Hendrickson, questioning if the Cincinnati Bengals are handling his situation wisely. As the NFL Draft looms, Fitz, Frank, and Jori share their thoughts on the Tennessee Titans’ strategy for picking first overall— can Cam Ward be the one to transform the franchise? Plus, what do the Cleveland Browns mean when they say they'll 'skew young' at quarterback? Jori also shares insight from the owner's meetings on why the vote on the tush push ban was delayed and the trio react to the New England Patriots trading Joe Milton to the Dallas Cowboys. (2:01) Micah Parsons contract drama continues (18:07) Trey Hendrickson stuck in negotiations (27:06) Are Titans all-in on Cam Ward? (38:08) Browns to 'skew young' at QB (45:01) Are Saints a good fit for Shedeur Sanders? (50:32) Tush push ban vote delayed (55:56) Joe Milton traded to Cowboys 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Jerry Jones cuts out Micah Parsons' agent? 7 key owner's meetings takeaways | Inside Coverage 1:02:31

23 days ago1:02:31

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On today's show, Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab give their takes on the biggest headlines coming out of the NFL owners' meetings. They kick things off reacting to reports that Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones offered Micah Parsons the largest non-quarterback contract in NFL history...without involving his agent. Then, they reflect on Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam admitting that the franchise made a mistake trading for Deshaun Watson and discuss what that means for the teams future as they try to dig their way out of that hole. Next, they discuss New York Jets owner Woody Johnson calling the NFLPA report cards "totally bogus" after he was the only owner to get an "F." The guys don't hold back their thoughts on Johnson's comments. They wrap things up with an enthusiastic chat about the rule change votes, starting with the tush push ban proposal which was tabled until May. They also debate the new overtime rule change, electronic first downs and the updated dynamic kickoff. It's another fun show that you don't want to miss! (1:25) - Cowboys make new offer directly to Micah Parsons (13:50) - Browns owner admits Watson was a “swing and a miss” (30:35) - Woody Johnson calls NFLPA report cards “bogus” (39:30) - Tush push ban vote postponed until May (49:00) - Reactions to new rule changes 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Defensive Backs & Linebackers | Football 301 1:21:44

23 days ago1:21:44

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We continue our draft coverage with a defensive deep dive on today's show! Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down the top cornerback, safety and linebacker prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft class, starting with Heisman winner Travis Hunter. They evaluate the two-way player as a cornerback (stay tuned for his WR deep dive next week) and imagine how they'd like to see him used by an NFL team. Later in the show, Nate sits down with UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger. (2:55) - Travis Hunter, Colorado (11:10) - Will Johnson, Michigan (16:40) - Shavon Revel Jr, East Carolina (22:30) - Jahdae Barron, Texas (26:50) - Benjamin Morrison & Maxwell Hairston (32:15) - CBs outside our top 50 (34:35) - Malaki Starks, Georgia (39:20) - Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina (43:50) - Andrew Mukuba, Texas (47:40) - Xavier Watts, Notre Dame (49:25) - Jalon Walker, Georgia (54:55) - Jihaad Campbell, Alabama (1:00:45) - Carson Schwesinger, UCLA (1:04:25) - Carson Schwesinger joins the show 📢 Check out the entire Yahoo Sports podcast network…

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Kirk Cousins sparks Browns trade rumors after Cleveland-area Chipotle visit | Inside Coverage 53:14

27 days ago53:14