The Bill Simmons Podcast Part 1: NFL Draft Trade Predictions, QB Bust Tendencies, and New England’s Big Moment With Benjamin Solak
Apr 24, 2024
Benjamin Solak, an NFL analyst for The Ringer, dives into the intricacies of the upcoming NFL draft with Bill Simmons. They discuss potential trade scenarios for teams like the Patriots and Cardinals, exploring the strategy and urgency behind these moves. The duo also delves into why quarterbacks experience failure, highlighting factors like leadership and injuries. Additionally, they analyze the evolution of players like Jared Goff and the challenges in evaluating college quarterbacks, shedding light on the unpredictability of draft success.
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Past Trades
- The 49ers' trade for Trey Lance involved three first-round picks and a third.
- The Bears traded the first overall pick for DJ Moore, two firsts, and a second.
Arizona's Needs
- Arizona may trade back in the draft, but not too far, as they need a blue-chip player.
- While Harrison is popular, he's not projected as a top-three NFL receiver.
Giants' Trade Up
- The Giants trading up to the fourth pick would likely require significant draft capital.
- The Jets previously gave up three second-rounders to move up three spots.