Draft Brawl: Recent Episodes
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In Episode 5 of the Best Player Available Podcast on the 2017 NFL Draft, Inside the League’s Neil Stratton welcomes Randy Mueller, who’s worked in the front offices of four NFL teams and served as GM of the Saints and Dolphins. They discuss why Mueller still has high hopes for Cincinnati’s John Ross, how a chance encounter at the rental car desk helped tell him who would go No. 2 in the draft, and which player’s out-of-sight workout caused him to send a red alert to everyone in the Chargers’ braintrust.
n Episode 4 of the Best Player Available Podcast, ITL’s Neil Stratton discusses the 2017 NFL Draft with former Raiders pro personnel director Dane Vandernat. They discuss how Mark Sanchez may have helped Mitch Trubisky go No. 2, how many draft spots Gareon Conley lost due to a late-breaking story just days before the draft, the one consistent “ding” on Alabama players among scouts, and why Alvin Kamara was such a popular player among Oakland’s scouting staff.
n Episode 3 of the Best Player Available Podcast on the 2017 NFL Draft, ITL’s Neil Stratton talks to former Bills GM Doug Whaley about how close Buffalo came to drafting Patrick Mahomes, what attending a baseball game taught him about how to evaluate defensive ends, and how coaches and scouts judged Alabama cornerback Marlon Humphrey’s introverted personality differently.
In Episode 2 of his 10-part series on the 2017 NFL Draft, Inside the League’s Neil Stratton talks to former 49ers area scout Bob Morris about how to evaluate defensive backs, why Jets pick Jamal Adams was a success but Browns pick Jabrill Peppers wasn’t despite being similar players, how the ’17 draft changed the way the NFL looks at running backs and why Patrick Mahomes was so different from the usual Texas Tech passer.
In the inaugural episode of a 10-part series on the stacked 2017 NFL Draft, Inside the League's Neil Stratton talks to former Titans Director of College Scouting Blake Beddingfield about Tennessee's picks, the players the team almost took, who the team had rated in the first round and one of the unsung heroes of the Patriots dynasty that haunts Blake to this day.
Pro Scout Russ Lande and Scott Bischoff take on a very intriguing group of runningbacks in the draft. most likely landing in day 2, these backs will be heavily scouted now until the draft.
Episode 5 is here! Sewell vs Tunsil? Chase vs Cooper? That’s just the start when we pit some current prospects against some former studs from years' past.
Who was better coming out and should that impact how we evaluate things today? Then we discuss polarizing quarterback prospect Davis Mills, Alabama star Pat Surtain and dig deep on their evaluations. Can Surtain become an elite player or has he been a bit over-hyped by the media?
To cap it off we talk Senior Bowl players and hear from Ruckus what he looks for when watching players attending the event.
Bonus question this week is an interesting debate involving first round quarterbacks from the last few drafts. Don’t miss it all!
In this weeks’ show, the crew starts off by breaking down 2 popular players at positions that aren’t viewed as high value positions in today’s NFL.
Followed by a segment called Draft Diamonds where each guy picks 1, 2 or 20 players (in Ruckus’ case) that are currently underrated but could surprise come draft time.
Then the guys have a new segment called Down, Distance & Match-up where they come up with a game situation and pick which prospects would fit best in a specific match-up.
Finally, Joe has the bonus question and the guys giving Ruckus a homework assignment.
Rundown:
00:00 – 6:50: Show open, 5-star reviews and Lil Wayne songs
7:37 – 26:40: Kyle Pitts – Blue chip match up nightmare or more limited receiver?
26:41 – 38:48: Najee Harris – More valuable than Pitts and a typical RB? NFL comp?
41:15 – 1:01:40: Draft Diamonds – Prospects you may not know about but should have on your radar
1:02:06 – 1:15:19: Down, Distance, Match-up – Ramsey vs Waddle/Toney? Who covers Waller & Ruggs?
1:15:50 – 1:25:48: Bonus question and show wrap!
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The Scouts Russ Lande and Scott Bischoff break down the top runningbacks of the 2021 NFL draft class
Scout Russ Lande and Scott Bischoff breakdown the top Tight ends entering the 2021 draft.
We’re back at it discussing the QB carousel that the NFL has become and trying to solve the question, when do you pay your quarterback and when do you let him leave? Then we dive into uncharted territory discussing two of the most polarizing prospects in this current class with 2020 opt outs Oregon left tackle Penei Sewell and Penn State linebacker Micah Parsons. What makes them tough evaluations? What are their best positions in the NFL? Finally, we talk prospects who surprised us for the better or the worse this season and it’s all closed out with Ruckus’ bonus question. You don’t want to miss this unfiltered draft chat...
Show Rundown:
00:30 - 4:36: Intro, Mac Jones' shoulder pad jokes
5:24 - 26:44 : QB timer - when should a team move on for a QB vs investing in him as the franchise player? Plus...Gammel breaks out his first ad read!!
28:15 - 52:35: Polarizing prospects: Penei Sewell & Micah Parsons...please don't let us get canceled
53:22 - 1:13:40: Our biggest surprise & disappointment prospects of the 2020 season...Gammel names every player in the country...
1:14:12 - 1:21:00: Ruckus' bonus question, show wrap and Gammel breaks out our slogan for the first time
Enjoy!
Scout Russ lande and Scott Biscoff break down Offensive Tackles Darrisaw, Slater and Mayfield in this episode of Draft Brawl
Welcome back! Episode 2 is here!
We discuss some draft philosophy and why sometimes the best are saved for last. Then, a former NFL GM sends out a tweet that’s controversial but also spot on? Lastly, who is Mac Jones? As he’s compared to a former past era great, we dive in and ask some tough questions about how much the game may have changed in the last decade and what that means for current young quarterbacks. It’s all here plus the weekly bonus question that sends us back in time!
The Rundown:
0:00 – 3:55: Show intro & recap
3:55 – 28:30: Draft Philosophy! Hard & Easy sell prospects: Thinking, process & pitch from an evaluators perspective
28:30 – 46:00: Twitter Takes! A former NFL GM said had a monumental take about Trevor Lawrence
46:00 – 1:04:50: Mac Jones time! We compare him to a HOF QB…wait, what?
1:04:50 - 1:15:00: Bonus question and show wrap!!
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Scouts Russ lande and Scott bischoff break down the top offensive tackles in the draft and why you draft them at their spots.
The Big Nickel Podcast is here! The Pilot episode includes the guys introducing themselves, the origin story of the show, our 2 favorite prospects in the 2021 draft, a couple hot takes and much more!
Oh...and there's a bonus question at the end! (Hint: it's alright, alright, alright)
00:00 - 4:30: Introductions
4:30 - 11:30: Origin story & show elevator pitch
11:30 - 24:45: Art of our Evaluations...take a peek inside our scouting process
24:45 - 44:10: What two 2021 prospects are we pounding the table for?
44:10 - 1:01:55: Our two hot takes and predictions for the draft
1:01:55 - 1:10:53: Bonus question & that's a wrap!!
We're smart and entertaining, we promise. Enjoy!
Pro scout Russ Lande and Scott BIschoff talk about wide receiver evaluation in their second episode. There is discussion about watching a player and seeing another player pop, generating excitement to get into a full evaluation which can lead to disappointment when watching every snap from a player. There is a bit to be learned about watching everything from a player, and not just highlights.
They break down Alabama wide receivers Devonta Smith, and Jaylen Waddle, and LSU’s Ja’Marr Chase. Each player is given a thorough look from Russ and Scott, and they discuss their strengths and weaknesses, potential problems at the NFL level. They also talk about what kind of player each will be in the NFL.
Stay on top of what will be happening when the draft becomes our focus, and learn about these players, and the scouting process in this episode of the draft brawl.
Pro Scout Russ Lande and Scott Bischoff take center stage while they crack open this draft for us. They break down what you look for in QBs from a NFL scouting perspective and shed light on players in this draft. Get ahead of the offseason and make yourself smarter about scouting in this episode of the draft brawl
Dante and Tyler are back to breakdown some NFL draft prospects and discuss the hot topics in the NFL like Tua and Taysom Hill.
The guys are back to talk about a plethora of different prospects while picking apart Surae's updated top 60. The guys touch on Kyle Trask, Kwity Paye, the offensive tackle class, and the Senior Bowl.
The guys are back to talk about Tua's first start and what's up with Wentz? The guys also dig into Dante's updated top-100 big board for the 2021 Draft.
After some technical difficulties, the guys are back to talk NFL Draft stock reports, the return of the Big-10, Tua Time in Miami, and the demise of the Cowboys.
Dante and Surae are back to talk some rookie NFL quarterbacks, the Dak Prescott injury, and their stock reports on 2021 NFL Draft prospects. The guys also previewed the Georgia and Alabama game.
The guys are back with a scouting stock report for CFB week three, including a new "juicy segment." They also breakdown some of the top storylines from Week 3 of the NFL.
The crew is back to recap last weekend's NFL games and talk some 2021 NFL Draft prospects who might have helped or hurt their NFL Draft stock.
The guys are back to break down thin final two position groups of the 2021 class. This episode includes scouting reports on Caleb Farely, Shaun Wade, Hamsah Nisirldeen, Parris Ford, and others
Dante and Surae are back to breakdown the 2021 linebacker class for the 2021 NFL Draft.
Dante and Tyler are joined by former NFL scout Marc Lillibridge of the Bridge's Brawl podcast to discuss all things college football and the NFL Draft.
The guys are back to break down some hog mollies on the defensive side of the ball. They also discuss the recent trade between the Vikings and Jaguars as well as reacting live to Ja'Marr Chase declaring for the Draft.
The guys are back to give you their thoughts on the 2021 EDGE rusher class including: Gregory Rousseau, Aiden Hutchenson, Joe Tyron, Chris Rumph, and Quincy Roche.
Tyler, Dante, and Surae are back to break down the interior offensive line class. TITLE: Breaking down the 2021 InteriorOffensive Line class.
Tyler, Dante, and Surae break down the current state of college football. The group gives their opinions on the idea of a spring football season.
Tyler, Surae, and Dante are back to breakdown the upcoming offensive tackle class, talk about some of the players who have already opted out of the 2020 college football season, and Penguins?
Surae, Dante, and Tyler are back to breakdown the 2021 tight end class. This episode covers Pat Freiermuth, Brevin Jordan, Kyle Pitts, Charlie Kolar, and Brant Kuithe.
Surae, Tyler, and Dante are back to breakdown five more receiver prospects. This episode covers Ja'Marr Chase, Rondale Moore, Rashod Bateman, Tammorian Terry, and Dyami Brown
Tyler, Surae, and Dante start to breakdown a stacked receiver class starting with Tylan Wallace, DeVonta Smith, Jaylen Waddle, Sage Surratt, and Chris Olave.
Tyler, Dante, and Surae breakdown the 2021 running back class, including Travis Etienne, Chubba Hubbard, Najee Harris, Kenneth Gainwell, and Journey Brown. We also talk about the Washington Redskins name change and allegations.
The guys break down the 2021 Quarterback class, including Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, and Trey Lance. We also pick a winner from the Patrick Mahomes record-breaking contract.
Tyler, Dante, and Surae break down the offseason moves for the AFC West teams from 2020. They discuss the draft classes and free agency moves for the Chiefs, Chargers, Broncos, and Raiders. They also discuss the Patriots signing Cam Newton.
Tyler, Dante, and Surae break down the offseason move for the NFC West teams from 2020. They discuss the draft classes and free agency moves for the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, and Arizona Cardinals.
Tyler, Dante, and Surae break down the offseason move for the AFC South teams from 2020. They discuss the draft classes and free agency moves for the Houston Texans, Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts, and Jacksonville Jaguars.
Tyler, Dante, and Surae break down the offseason move for the NFC South teams from 2020. They discuss the draft classes and free agency moves for the New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons,Tampa Buccaneers, and Carolina Panthers.
Joe, Alex, and Ryan break down the offseason moves for the AFC North teams from 2020. They discuss the draft classes and free agency moves for the Baltimore Ravens, Pittsburg Steelers, Cleveland Browns, and the Cincinnati Bengals.
Former Arizona State QB Rudy Carpenter joins the show to discuss 2021 quarterbacks like Trevor Lawerence, Trey Lance, Justin Fields, Brock Purdy, and more.
Joe, Alex, and Ryan continue onto thier third offseason divisional breakdown, this time analyzing the NFC North. They discuss the free agency moves and drafts for the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, and Minnesota Vikings.
Joe, Alex, and Ryan break down the offseasons for the NFC East. They discuss the moves for the Giants, Eagles, Redskins, and Cowboys.
Joe, Alex, and Ryan break down the offseasons for the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, and Buffalo Bills.
Joe, Ryan, and Alex rate the best and worst draft classes from the weekend during the 2020 NFL Draft. Also, they discuss their biggest steals and reaches, as well as the impact on FCS and small school players going undrafted or unsigned.
Joe DeLeone, Alex Gilstrap, and Ryan Roberts fill you in on all of the latest buzz coming out around the draft, including the Giants interviewing Justin Herbet, Gronk getting traded to the Bucs, and Tua sliding.
Memphis EDGE Bryce Huff joins the show to talk with Ryan about his path to the NFL. The gang also pitches hot takes that could happen during the NFL Draft.
Joe, Alex, and Ryan rap up their mock draft from last episode, and things did not go as expected! They also talk about Ryan's latest big board and the virtual war room.
The gang performs its first mock draft with less than a month to go before the NFL Draft. Tune in to hear their picks from the Cincinnati Bengals at 1 to the Atlanta Falcons at 16.
Joe, Alex, and Ryan discuss polarizing names of draft prospects and pitch if they're higher or lower on their draft stock than the consensus. Also, Josh Lemoine of Inside the Eye talks with Ryan about LSU football.
With the major impacts across the country by the coronavirus, Joe, Ryan, and Alex discuss how it impacts draft prospects and pro days. They also hear from Ric Serritella who dives deep into the issue.
On the first show with the new crew of NFL Draft Brawl, Joe DeLeone, Ryan Roberts, and Alex Gilstrap address the latest NFL Draft Rumors that are circulating. Tune in to hear about the Redskins possibly taking Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts sliding into round one, and more.
Brad and Zach are joined by Rhode Island Wide Receiver Isaiah Coulter as he opens up about his Junior season and his draft process so far. Brad and Zach also talk about two other FCS players they have their eyes on to conclude the show
Brad and Zach answer your Twitter Mailbag questions in today's episode. Bargain value tackles on Day three? Draft crushes in this class? Tune in to find out in today's episode!
Brad and Zach are back to recap Senior Bowl week winners and losers, and to rank the Wide Receivers of the 2020 NFL Draft. You won't want to miss out on this!
Zack and Brad discuss the news that Jacob Eason has declared for the 2020 NFL Draft, as well as give their current quarterback rankings. Later, they talk about their college football playoff predictions and more!