NFL: Move the Sticks with Daniel Jeremiah & Bucky Brooks

They break down second-day and later prospects at cornerback, safety, defensive tackle and edge rusher. Linebacker hybrids, route-running wide receivers and scheme-friendly tight ends get focused attention. Running backs and interior offensive line starters are highlighted as role-specific fits. The conversation centers on sleepers and depth pieces who could emerge later in the draft.

They unpack Kirk Cousins’ move to Las Vegas and the leaguewide ripple effects of that signing. They debate how a veteran QB could mentor rookie Fernando Mendoza and discuss Mendoza’s pro day traits. They consider whether Arizona is eyeing Ty Simpson and evaluate other Indiana prospects and team development philosophies.

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Daniel Jeremiah and Gregg Rosenthal break down the teams holding multiple first round picks in the upcoming draft and what it means for their future roster building. They talk about the New York Jets, Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs, Miami Dolphins, and Dallas Cowboys. Then they wrap things up with the Pittsburgh Steelers, who have serious draft capital and a surprising amount of flexibility heading into draft season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scouts debate must-have traits for 2026 prospects across positions. They break down receiver ball skills versus contact balance and toughness. Cornerbacks need a full technique toolbox plus tackling. Safeties combine cover ability with box instincts and communication. Tight ends are split between Y types and move H-back roles. Linebackers must dominate the box or provide range. Edge rushers focus on quickness, motor, and power.

A deep dive into what really happens in NFL draft rooms, from shifting scout evaluations to medical and security checks that move players up or down. They unpack how character concerns, cultural fit and team non-negotiables reshape boards. A spirited debate contrasts projection versus immediate value when weighing prospects like Ty Simpson and Fernando Mendoza.

They debate an 18-game schedule's impact on player rest and load management. They question Pro Day value versus in-game tracking and explain teams' color-coded analytics. AI's role in scouting and mock draft top-36 selections get detailed attention, including corner versus safety fits, an offensive tackle run, and receiver drop evaluation and fixes.

Five teams without first-round picks get a blueprint for staying competitive. They break down roster holes, trade fallout, and which positions to target in Rounds 2 and 3. Specific team takes include receiver and corner fits, linebacker and trench help, edge rush priorities, and how one big trade reshaped another team’s draft plan.

They react to the Fanatics Flag Football Game and what it signals about the league’s global push. They debate pro day versus combine value and spotlight rising safety Caleb Downs. A deep look at the New York Jets’ long‑term roster timeline and why 2027 matters. Then a division-by-division tour naming the most impactful offseason additions around the league.

They run through Top Five prospect lists at every position, naming standouts at quarterback, running back, receiver, linebacker and edge. There is a deep dive on slot and nickel defensive backs and what makes them versatile. A segment defines the 'red star' competitive prospects who bring energy and competitiveness to the field. Short player callouts punctuate each position discussion.

They dig into Spencer Fano’s pro day measurements and how that affects his projection on the offensive line. A blockbuster trade sending Jaylen Waddle to Denver and its ripple effects across rosters gets a full breakdown. Five teams with two first-round picks are examined, with strategic debates about rebuilds, immediate impact pieces, and risk versus value in the draft.