Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears NFL Draft Roundtable: Nate Tice and Fran Duffy Talk Through the First Round, Bears Pick
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Apr 7, 2026 
Fran Duffy, football analyst and draft film expert, and Nate Tice, NFL draft writer and big-board creator, walk the first round with a Bears lens. They debate top prospects, team fits, trade-up scenarios, and positional runs. Short, sharp takes on tackles, receivers, safeties, and the Bears’ pick at 25.
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Top Four Could See Trade Downs For Value
- Arizona at No.3 and Tennessee at No.4 could both consider trading down if they value later picks similarly to the top slots.
- The panel thinks Arizona might favor offensive line help while Tennessee could land Jeremiah Love or David Bailey depending on availability.
Browns At Six Will Balance Youth And Immediate Needs
- Cleveland at No.6 will likely target offensive line or a receiver to groom a future quarterback; Monroe Freeling is a name they like at tackle.
- Fran Duffy expects the Browns to balance youth with immediate needs given cap-driven roster turnover.
Mid Top 10 Could Trigger A Cornerback Rush
- Several teams in the 7–10 range could spark a cornerback run; Washington, New Orleans, Kansas City each have different leanings but corners remain live.
- Fran Duffy highlights New Orleans's receiver need and Kansas City's flexibility to prioritize offensive juice or a safety like Caleb Downs.