The Ringer NFL Draft Show A Big Rams-Chiefs Trade, Daniel Jones Tagged, Kyler Landing Spots, DK's Mock Draft 3.0, and Dick Grapes
Mar 5, 2026
A blockbuster trade sending an All-Pro corner to the Rams and what it means for both rosters. The Colts’ rare transition tag decision on Daniel Jones and its financial and recovery implications. Potential landing spots and leverage scenarios for Kyler Murray. DK’s Mock Draft 3.0 with surprise picks and top prospect debates. Running back market dynamics and why a Super Bowl MVP could hit free agency.
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Winning Teams Must Choose Who To Pay First
- Super Bowl teams face expensive roster churn; Seattle may prioritize defending core contributors over paying a running back market setter like Kenneth Walker.
- Hosts explain roster budgeting forces choices: keep key defenders or re-sign a rising RB coming off postseason surge.
Kyler's Cut Creates Choice And Contract Leverage
- Kyler Murray's likely cut means any signing team still pays cap-offsets, letting Kyler pick a preferred destination and control (no-trade clause/no franchise tag).
- Danny Heifetz predicts Kyler will leverage team choice and control more than upfront money.
Team Fit Beats Star Power For Kyler Landing Spots
- Teams often consider Kyler fits like Minnesota, Atlanta, Miami or Pittsburgh, but scheme and coaching preference (under-center vs. shotgun) could block obvious matches.
- Craig Horlbeck and Danny debate schematic fit versus organizational desperation as deciding factors.