ALL IN with Art Stapleton: A NY Giants Podcast NFL Combine Day Three: NFL Network’s Cynthia Frelund, Caleb Downs, and more
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Feb 26, 2026 Cynthia Frelund, NFL Network analyst known for data-driven draft and Game Theory work, reports live from the Combine. She breaks down Caleb Downs’ versatility and how his film projects to NFL roles. They compare multi-positional prospects, discuss Combine layout and evaluation changes, and highlight other sleepers and roster fits for teams navigating coaching and roster turnover.
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Spur Of The Moment Guest Booking On Radio Row
- Art introduced Cynthia Frelund on radio row after a chance meeting and booked her live on the show.
- Cynthia accepted spontaneously, noting it's her first time on All In and she enjoys being here at the Combine.
How NIL and Transfer Portal Changed Draft Evaluation
- NFL prospects' resumes are shallower now because NIL and the transfer portal create fragmented film and older ages.
- Cynthia Frelund notes players arriving at college later, frequent transfers, and 25‑year‑old prospects changing evaluation baselines.
Caleb Downs Projects As A Multi‑Tool Defender
- Caleb Downs projects as a highly versatile defender whose fourth‑quarter pace and role diversity translate to the NFL.
- Frelund highlights Downs' consistent speed late in games and film showing multiple NFL‑style responsibilities.