The Ringer NFL Draft Show Harbaugh(!), Pete Carroll, and Stefanski Fired. Plus, DK's First 2026 Mock Draft.
28 snips
Jan 7, 2026 The shocking firing of John Harbaugh sends ripples through the Ravens and the entire AFC. The hosts dissect the recent Black Monday cuts, including Pete Carroll and Kevin Stefanski. They roast the dysfunction of the Giants while ranking the most desirable coaching vacancies. DK shares his first 2026 mock draft, featuring standout prospects like Fernando Mendoza and Dante Moore, alongside debates on draft strategy. The discussion also dives into the potential future for Harbaugh and other coaching rumors in the NFL.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Ownership Entrenchment Undermines Rebuilds
- The Giants' ownership involvement creates structural hiring problems that discourage accountability.
- Hosts point to entrenched family control as a reason the Giants remain dysfunctional and unpredictable.
Weigh NIL Versus Early Draft Entry
- College quarterbacks can use NIL money to choose development over immediate draft payout.
- Consider staying in college if extra experience raises long-term draft ceiling and readiness.
NIL Could Raise Rookie Quality
- NIL payments may lengthen college apprenticeships and produce more NFL-ready quarterbacks.
- The hosts suggest this could raise the rookie-year floor across the league.