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Apr 2, 2026 • 1h 29min
8 BOLD predictions for the 2026 NFL season: Cowboys & Vikings bounce back, a new MVP | Football 301
Nate Tice & Matt Harmon reveal ten of their BOLDEST predictions to lock in the Take Vault for the 2026 NFL season. But first, the guys enter the ring of Philadelphia Eagles offense discourse as they give their thoughts on whether or not Jalen Hurts will adapt to new OC Sean Mannion’s scheme, plus their thoughts on the Las Vegas Raiders signing QB Kirk Cousins.
Next, Nate & Matt open up the Take Vault as they lock a few bold predictions for the season away in early April. Matt predicts Ty Simpson coming off the board early on draft night, a tough season for the Green Bay Packers, a potential big trade up for the Dallas Cowboys and a huge season for WR Ladd McConkey, while Nate forecasts a first-time MVP winner, a big bounce-back season for the Minnesota Vikings with new quarterback Kyler Murray, a successful 2026 for the Cowboys and C.J. Stroud solidifying himself among the top 10 NFL quarterbacks.
(4:20) - Can Jalen Hurts adapt to the new Eagles offense?
(19:55) - Raiders sign QB Kirk Cousins
(28:55) - The Take Vault: Ty Simpson, MVP, NFC North
(1:03:55) - The Take Vault: Cowboys, Ladd McConkey, C.J. Stroud
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Mar 31, 2026 • 1h 26min
2026 NFL Draft quarterback rankings with Derrik Klassen | Football 301
Nate Tice is joined by QB expert Derrik Klassen to deep dive on the 2026 NFL Draft quarterback class. The two quarterback gurus start with the three prospects at the top of the class, as they break down the tape of Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza (and his potential fit with the Las Vegas Raiders), LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier and Alabama’s Ty Simpson to determine who’s worthy of a first-round pick.
Next, Nate and Derrik move down the board to some intriguing late day two or three signal callers like Miami’s Carson Beck, Drew Allar from Penn State and Combine star Taylen Green from Arkansas.
Finally, the guys wrap things up with a few late-round dart throws to keep an eye on, including Cole Payton, Luke Altmyer, Cade Klubnik, Jack Strand (representing D2) and more.
(2:15) - Fernando Mendoza deep dive
(19:10) - Ty Simpson vs. Garrett Nussmeier
(40:15) - Mid-tier QBs: Beck, Allar, Green
(1:03:45) - Late-round dart throws
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Mar 30, 2026 • 1h 9min
NFL hiring replacement refs + Could Deshaun Watson be Browns' QB1? | Inside Coverage
Will the Cleveland Browns start Deshaun Watson at quarterback in 2026? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson discuss the possibility, after diving into the fallout from stalled NFL referee negotiations. The crew also react to the Los Angeles Rams vocalizing interest in Kirk Cousins and addressing Puka Nacua’s latest controversy. Finally, Andrew and Charles react to Matt LaFleur’s low player survey grades before giving their “One More Thing” to close out the show.
(4:40) - NFL referee drama escalates
(14:10) - Browns news: Myles Garrett & Deshaun Watson
(22:30) - Will George Pickens attend Cowboys offseason program?
(32:40) - Rams make headlines: Kirk Cousins reunion & Puka Nacua’s maturity
(41:05) - Kyle Shanahan comments on international games
(50:20) - More news out of NFL owners meetings
(1:02:40) - One More Thing
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Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 29min
2026 NFL Draft rankings: linebackers, cornerbacks & safeties | Football 301
Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview the 2026 NFL linebacker, cornerback and safety draft classes. The guys kick things off with the linebackers, headlined by star prospect Sonny Styles, plus interesting guys with some flaws like CJ Allen and Anthony Hill Jr.
Next up is the cornerback class, which features a clear top four in Mansoor Delane, Jermod McCoy, Avieon Terrell and Colton Hood. Nate & Charles give their favorite guys a little further down the board and break down what makes this corner class unique.
The two hosts wrap things up with the safety class, which, in addition to can’t-miss prospect Caleb Downs, has some really interesting pick-your-poison prospects towards the end of round 1 and early day 2 like Dillon Thieneman and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren.
(3:05) - 2026 linebacker class deep dive
(30:10) - 2026 cornerback class deep dive
(1:04:50) - 2026 safety class deep dive
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Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 3min
McCarthy teases Rodgers' return + NFL considers replays for replacement refs (ft. Dion Dawkins) | Inside Coverage
When will Aaron Rodgers reach a decision on whether to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss the possibility after Mike McCarthy’s latest comments. Plus, the trio dives into the lates rule proposals in NFL officiating. Later, Andrew sits down with Bills OT Dion Dawkins to discuss the latest developments from Buffalo including how Joe Brady has taken command of the team as head coach. Closing out the show, the trio breaks down Ty Simpson’s draft stock, Maxx Crosby’s botched trade and so much more on today’s jam-packed episode!
(2:20) - NFL officiating changes looming
(22:10) - Aaron Rodgers to Steelers updates
(26:40) - Dion Dawkins talks new HC Joe Brady & officiating changes
(39:40) - Is Ty Simpson QB1?
(48:25) - How the Maxx Crosby trade fell apart
(54:45) - Joe Flacco on his desire to start again
(57:40) - One More Thing
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Mar 24, 2026 • 1h 20min
The 6 best (and worst) NFL offseason plans so far: Rams, Steelers, Patriots & more | Football 301
Nate Tice and Matt Harmon join forces to buy & sell NFL teams and their offseason plans so far. The guys start with their reactions to the Seattle Seahawks’ massive extension for Jaxon Smith-Njigba and what it means for the wide receiver market (and Puka Nacua's future bank account) before diving into the offseason plans they are officially "buying," including Matt’s belief in the Denver Broncos after their franchise-altering trade for Jaylen Waddle, and in the Washington Commanders for their savvy signings. Nate breaks down why the New England Patriots’ "middle class" roster construction is working, specifically looking at the improved wide receiver room featuring Romeo Doubs, and why the Los Angeles Rams’ focus on a few impact moves was the right call.
Matt is selling the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and their sideways moves, while Nate is tired of the Pittsburgh Steelers running back the same mediocre plan year after year. The two hosts wrap up with their biggest remaining questions of the offseason: Matt wonders if the Baltimore Ravens are done adding on offense, while Nate names the Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars as teams that need to nail this year’s draft class.
(6:20) - Seahawks make JSN highest-paid WR in history
(15:30) - NFL offseason plans we’re buying: Broncos, Patriots
(34:50) - More NFL offseason plans we’re buying: Commanders, Rams
(50:10) - NFL offseason plans we’re selling: Buccaneers, Steelers
(1:06:00) - Biggest remaining offseason questions
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Mar 23, 2026 • 1h 12min
How JSN's record extension affects WR market + NFL players dominated in flag football game | Inside Coverage
What does Jaxon Smith-Njiba’s record-breaking contract mean for the rest of the receivers in the NFL? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes discuss the impact of JSN’s extension on the future WR market. Plus, teams USA flag football dominated NFL players at the Fanatics Flag Football Classic. What does that mean for the 2028 Olympic team? Also, why hasn’t A.J. Brown been traded yet by the Philadelphia Eagles? Hear about that and more on today’s jam-packed episode!
(3:35) - Seahawks sign JSN to record-setting extension
(15:35) - Chiefs extend TE Travis Kelce
(22:00) - NFLPA defends their Executive Director search
(31:50) - Team USA dominates Fanatics Flag Football Classic
(50:25) - What’s holding up the AJ Brown trade?
(58:30) - Browns propose rule change to draft pick trades
(1:05:05) - One More Thing
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Mar 19, 2026 • 1h 48min
2026 NFL Draft rankings: defensive line & edge breakdown | Football 301
Nate Tice & Charles McDonald break down the 2026 NFL Draft’s top defensive line prospects. The guys kick things off by deep diving on the 2026 edge class, featuring a bunch of intriguing players with plenty of untapped potential (like Arvell Reese and Rueben Bain Jr.), and a few guys with sky-high floors (like Akheem Mesidor and T.J. Parker). Nate also shouts out a few players to watch later in the draft.
Next up, the duo dive into the interior defensive line class, featuring Charles’ favorite Caleb Banks, the enigma that is Peter Woods and more.
(5:05) - 2026 NFL Draft edge preview: top tier prospects
(24:00) - Edge preview: second tier prospects
(1:07:05) - 2026 NFL Draft interior defensive line preview
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Mar 18, 2026 • 1h 11min
Maxx Crosby speaks out + How has free agency changed draft boards? (ft. Lance Zierlein) | Inside Coverage
What do Maxx Crosby’s latest comments reveal about the botched trade between the Baltimore Ravens and the Las Vegas Raiders? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes discuss the fallout as well as the Miami Dolphins’ latest free agency moves. Later, Andrew sits down with NFL Network draft analyst Lance Zierlein to break down the impact of free agency on the 2026 draft. Closing things out, the trio debate potential NFL Cinderella teams. Hear about that and more on today’s episode!
(3:30) - Maxx Crosby speaks on failed Ravens trade
(17:30) - Are Dolphins realistic about their timeline?
(26:30) - Lance Zierlein breaks down the 2026 NFL Draft
(48:00) - 2028 Olympics’ potential impact on the NFL
(59:20) - 2026 Cinderella teams
(1:08:00) - One More Thing
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Mar 17, 2026 • 1h 23min
2026 NFL Draft Rankings: running backs & tight ends with Connor Rogers | Football 301
Nate Tice is joined by NFL Draft expert Connor Rogers of the NFL Stock Exchange podcast to preview the 2026 NFL Draft’s running back and tight end classes. Nate kick things off solo with the biggest news from around the NFL, including his reactions to the Denver Broncos acquiring WR Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins in a blockbuster trade, the Minnesota Vikings signing QB Kyler Murray, the Kansas City Chiefs trading for QB Justin Fields and more.
Next, Nate & Connor dive into their position rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft, starting with the running back class. The guys go back and forth on their top prospects (Jeremiyah Love, Jonah Coleman, Jadarian Price & more), day 3 guys to watch, sleepers and more.
Next up is an intriguing tight end class. Nate & Connor go back and forth on Kenyon Sadiq, who else could be an early draft pick (Eli Raridon vs. Sam Roush), day 3 guys they love and more.
(1:00) - NFL news roundup: Waddle trade, Vikings sign Kyler, Chiefs get Fields
(19:30) - NFL Draft position previews: running backs
(54:05) - NFL Draft position previews: tight ends
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