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Best Value in the Draft + Biggest Risks with Cynthia Frelund
Dave Helman is joined by NFL Network Analytics Expert Cynthia Frelund to break down the 2024 NFL Draft. But first, Dave recaps the latest NFL news and free agent signings, including OT Mekhi Becton to the Eagles, RB Ezekiel Elliott reuniting with the Cowboys, and WR Michael Gallup signing with the Raiders. Then, Cynthia joins to recount the experience of attending the NFL Draft in her hometown city of Detroit. After that, Dave and Cynthia discuss the idea of 'value' in the draft, how NFL teams determine what that means, and which teams did the best job stockpiling value in this year's draft. Next, Cynthia explains the riskiest draft classes and the teams with the most boom/bust potential. Finally, Dave gets Cynthia's take on the Atlanta Falcons drafting QB Michael Penix Jr. with the 8th overall pick.
2024 NFL Draft Recap: Grades for EVERY Team
In this special jam-packed episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast, Dave Helman is back to recap the full 2024 NFL Draft with help from the FOX Sports NFL reporters. First, Dave is joined by Carmen Vitali to break down the NFC North. Are the Chicago Bears the biggest winners of the draft? Did the Minnesota Vikings give up too much to get their guys? Have the Detroit Lions fixed their secondary? And will the Green Bay Packers expect big contributions from their rookie class? Then, Dave gives his best fits from days 2 and 3 of the draft in our Best Home Fit segment brought to you by Zillow, featuring the Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals, Denver Broncos, Miami Dolphins, and Philadelphia Eagles. After that, Ralph Vacchiano joins the show to recap the NFC East. Are the Dallas Cowboys resetting by building through the trenches? As good as the Washington Commanders haul was, does the success of this class hinge on QB Jayden Daniels? Is this Daniel Jones' best and last shot to succeed for the New York Giants? And how does Eagles GM Howie Roseman pull off trade magic every year? Next, Dave names his biggest winners and losers of the draft, with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Arizona Cardinals taking the "winners" crown while the Houston Texans and Cleveland Browns lead the "losers" category. Then, Dave talks to Greg Auman to analyze the NFC South
NFL Draft Round 1 Recap: Biggest Winners, Best Value Pick, Biggest Gamble and MORE! | Full Episode
Dave Helman is joined by Carmen Vitali to recap the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft! To start, Dave and Carmen discuss the record-setting quarterback selections as six guys went in the top 12 picks, including the surprising picks of Michael Penix Jr. by the Atlanta Falcons and Bo Nix by the Denver Broncos. Then, Dave and Carmen share their four best player-team fits from the first round in our Best Home Fit segment brought to you by Zillow. After that, Dave and Carmen hit some more Round 1 headlines - the Vikings wheeling and dealing to get their guys, the Bills trading out of the first round entirely, and the best remaining players heading into Day 2 - before handing out Round 1 superlatives. Who was the best value pick? What was the biggest gamble? Who was the most surprising selection? What was the best trade? And who was the biggest winner of the night?
NFL Draft Behind the Scenes with Ron Rivera | Full Episode
Dave Helman sits down with former Carolina Panthers and Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera to understand what happens behind the scenes during the NFL Draft. Dave talks to Coach about the process of drafting a franchise quarterback and his experience using the first overall pick on Cam Newton in 2011. Dave also asks Rivera - who played linebacker for the Chicago Bears from 1984-1992 - about the Bears' outlook with Caleb Williams expected to be the 1st overall selection of the 2024 draft. Coach discusses preparing for all scenarios in advance, the balance between drafting for need versus best player available, navigating the trade market, and weighing positional value. Finally, Coach gives Dave insight on the decision-making process that led to the Panthers drafting linebacker Luke Kuechly and running back Christian McCaffrey.
Final NFL Draft Preview with Bucky Brooks | Full Episode
Dave Helman is joined by Bucky Brooks for one final preview episode ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. To start, Bucky explains how to sift through all the information to determine what is real and where the smokescreens are. Then, Bucky gives his final prediction for how the top quarterbacks will come off the board. After that, Dave and Bucky try to determine the "ceiling" and "floor" for where some polarizing prospects will be drafted: QB Michael Penix Jr., TE Brock Bowers, DT Byron Murphy, DE Laiatu Latu, and WR Ladd McConkey. Bucky also gives his hottest take of the draft cycle talking about which team should target Penix Jr.
NFL Draft BOLD PREDICTIONS with Greg Auman
Dave Helman continues to prepare for the start of the 2024 NFL Draft, but first, he catches you up on some NFL news: the New York Jets have traded quarterback Zach Wilson to the Denver Broncos for a late-round pick swap. Then, Dave is joined by FOX Sports NFC South reporter Greg Auman to give their bold predictions for the upcoming NFL Draft. Dave and Greg go back and forth talking how many quarterbacks may go in the top 5, how many defensive players may be taken in Round 1, how many trades we'll see on Thursday night, and more. Next, Dave asks Greg to give one draft take for each of the four NFC South teams. Finally, Dave and Greg close with a new segment called Best Home Fit brought to you by Zillow, discussing the best potential prospect-team pairings in the first round.
FINAL 2024 NFL Mock Draft with Carmen Vitali | Full Episode
Dave Helman is joined by Carmen Vitali for the final NFL on FOX Podcast mock draft of the 2024 draft cycle. Dave and Carmen start at the top and go pick by pick, including a surprise pick at number 2 overall, a trade up into the top 4, and more trades throughout the top 10. Dave even projects a major trade involving 49ers star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, and don't miss the sleeper pick Dave has for the Cowboys at number 24 overall. Dave and Carmen also pick a surprise team to trade back into the end of the first round, and finish the mock draft by sending a friend-of-the-podcast to the Kansas City Chiefs at number 32.
Biggest Mysteries of the NFL Draft, Devonta Smith Extension & Johnny Newton Interview
"Dave Helman is back to catch you up on the latest NFL news before attempting to solve the draft's biggest mysteries with FOX Sports NFC East reporter Ralph Vacchiano. To start, Dave and Ralph assess wide receiver Devonta Smith's extension with the Philadelphia Eagles and wonder if this puts pressure on the Cowboys to get a deal done with CeeDee Lamb. Then, Dave and Ralph attempt to solve the biggest mysteries of the 2024 NFL Draft, starting with what the New York Giants will do with the 6th pick. Will New York target a quarterback? Trade up or down? Or stick and pick a wide receiver or offensive tackle? Next, the two try to figure out which quarterback the Commanders will select with the 2nd overall pick, what direction the Chargers will go with the 5th overall pick, and speculate on which teams could trade up into the end of the first round. After that, Dave and Ralph wonder how the Cowboys will attack the draft with so many holes to fill. Finally, Dave is joined by Illinois defensive tackle Jer'Zhan ""Johnny"" Newton to discuss his draft process and fit in the NFL. "
NFL Draft Deep Dive with Dane Brugler | Full Episode
Dave Helman is joined by The Athletic's Dane Brugler to dive deep into the 2024 NFL Draft. First, Dave catches up on some news: Jaguars DE Josh Allen has signed a 5-year, $150M extension, and the NFL has announced that the Packers will be joining the Eagles in São Paulo, Brazil, on Friday, September 6th. Then, Dane Brugler joins the show to discuss the 2024 NFL Draft and Dane's annual draft guide for The Athletic, nicknamed ""The Beast."" Dane and Dave talk through a deep QB class, what could be a very offense-heavy first round, and some ""sneaky good"" position groups in this year's class. Dane also explains how he forms his draft opinions and sticks to his guns in the midst of smokescreens and ""lying season."" Finally, Dane identifies a player who could be a surprise first-round pick and shares his ""pet cats"" in this year's draft.
Fact or Fiction: NFL Draft Rumors + Caleb Williams Fit with Bears
Dave Helman is joined by Carmen Vitali to analyze the 2024 NFL Draft. To start, Carmen takes Dave through USC QB Caleb Williams fit in the Chicago Bears’ offense under new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron. Then, Dave and Carmen play a game of Fact or Fiction with the reports and rumors surrounding the 2024 NFL Draft to sift through smokescreens and determine what information we can trust. Will the Vikings trade up for a QB? Are the Patriots looking to trade down? Plus which prospects are rising and falling in the eyes of NFL General Managers.
Draft Prospect Interviews: Georgia WR Ladd McConkey | Full Episode
Dave Helman sits down with another NFL draft prospect, wide receiver Ladd McConkey out of Georgia, on a special episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast! Helman and McConkey discuss the "white wide receiver" player comparisons, winning two national championships at Georgia, growing up a fan of the University of Tennessee Volunteers, and the unique abilities of his college teammate Brock Bowers.
Draft Prospect Interviews: Alabama DE Chris Braswell | Full Episode
Dave Helman sits down with another NFL draft prospect, defensive end Chris Braswell out of Alabama, on a special episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast! Helman and Braswell talk about the NFL draft process, playing at Alabama under Nick Saban, how teams see his fit at the next level, and his goals when he gets into the league.
Scouting WRs with Bucky Brooks + Stefon Diggs Traded to Texans | Full Episode
Dave Helman is joined by Bucky Brooks to catch you up on the latest NFL news as we continue to prepare for the 2024 NFL Draft! First, Dave and Bucky react to the blockbuster trade between the Buffalo Bills and Houston Texans sending All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs to Houston. Does this give Houston the most dangerous trio of receivers in the NFL? What does this mean for the Bills and Josh Allen? Then, Bucky helps Dave scout the 2024 wide receiver prospects, talking through the "big 3" at the top of the draft - Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr., LSU's Malik Nabers, and Washington's Rome Odunze - before looking at the loaded class behind them. Who profiles as the best slot receiver? Best mid-round sleeper? All that and more!
NFL Mock Draft - FULL 1st Round with Rob Rang (No Trades Edition)
Interview with Browns Assistant WR Coach Callie Brownson | Full Episode
Patrick Peterson on NFL Draft Cycle, Free Agency Process & More + New NFL Rules
NFL Rule Changes, L'Jarius Sneed to Titans + Scouting 2024 QBs with Bucky Brooks
Mike Williams to Jets + Best Remaining NFL Free Agents (with Gregg Rosenthal) | Full Episode
2024 NFL Mock Draft 1.0: 4 QBs in Top 5
Justin Fields Trade Fallout & More Free Agency Updates + Joe Milton Interview
NFL Free Agency Biggest Winners: Falcons, Texans, Titans Stand Above | Full Episode
NFL Free Agency: Kirk Cousins, Christian Wilkins & Saquon Barkley New Teams & More!
2024 NFL Free Agency Preview: Landing Spots for Chris Jones, Kirk Cousins & More!
Jason Kelce Retires, Mike Evans' New Deal + Biggest Combine Winners
Predicting QB Landing Spots for 2024 (with Mark Sanchez)
Teams That Will Shape the NFL Offseason
How New Overtime Rules Impacted Super Bowl LVIII + Lessons Learned from Chiefs | Full Episode
Super Bowl LVIII Recap: The Chiefs Are Officially a Dynasty | Full Episode
3 Key Matchups for Super Bowl LVIII + NFL Honors Recap | Full Episode
NFL Honors & Awards Preview | Full Episode
Gambling Guide to Super Bowl LVIII | Full Episode
Super Bowl LVIII Opening Night Reactions | Full Episode
Top 5 Super Bowl LVIII Storylines | Full Episode
Chiefs & 49ers Path to Super Bowl LVIII + Commanders Hire Dan Quinn | Full Episode
Seahawks Hire Mike Macdonald As HC, Ben Johnson Stays with Lions | Full Episode
NFL Championship Weekend Recap: Chiefs & 49ers Advance to Super Bowl LVIII
49ers Vs. Lions, Ravens Vs. Chiefs & Carolina Panthers Hire Dave Canales
Jim Harbaugh Appointed As Chargers HC, Zack Moss on Colts' Unexpected Season & More!
Chiefs Outlast Bills Again, NFL Playoff Rankings & Ravens Learning from the Past?
NFL Playoff Previews, CJ Stroud Vs. Lamar Jackson & Can Baker Mayfield Lead the Bucs?
Mike McCarthy Remains As Cowboys HC, Jaylon Johnson on Bears, Justin Fields & More!
Eagles COLLAPSE Vs. Buccaneers, Josh Allen Dominates & Playoff Power Rankings | Full Episode
Bill Belichick Steps Down, NFL Playoff Predictions & Packers Upsetting Cowboys?
NFL Firings, Power Rankings & Can Dallas Cowboys Reach the Super Bowl?
Pete Carroll Out As Seahawks Coach, Nick Saban Retires & Jim Harbaugh to Join NFL?
Cowboys CRUSH Commanders, CJ Stroud's Heroics & Eagles' Struggles Continue!
Cowboys Vs. Commanders Talk, Tua Vs. Josh Allen & Baker Leading Bucs to Playoffs?
NFL Power Rankings, Kenny Pickett's Future & Josh Allen Snubbed from Pro Bowl?
Cowboys OUTLAST Lions, 49ers, Ravens Clinch No. 1 Seeds & Trouble with the Eagles?
Browns CRUSH Jets, Cowboys Vs. Lions Talk & Can Baker Mayfield Continue to Impress?
Bears Hold Off Commanders, Cooper Kupp's Return & CJ Stroud, Texans Are for Real?