Ticket to the Draft

The guys recap the entire 2026 NFL Draft.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson               Producer: Jason Johnson               The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders or any of their representatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/list...

The guys discuss how Adam Peters is alway on step ahead. Then, they breakdown Clemson WR Antonio Williams and what makes him a special prospect. Next, they debate the current state of the Commanders wide receiver room. Finally, they make prediction for the day three of the draft.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson             Producer: Jason Johnson             The views and opinions expressed...

Ohio State Linebacker Sonny Styles is selected with the 7th overall pick by the Washington Commanders in the 2026 NFL Draft. The guys discuss Styles as a blue-chip prospect, how Adam Peters was able to select the best player available (again!), and what this means for the Commanders defense.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson           Producer: Jason Johnson           The views and opinions ex...

Fred Smoot and Jeremy Greene join the fellas have a complete NFL 2026 7-Round Mock Draft as the Washington Commanders. They enter the multi-verse as they have two simulation going simultaneously - stick and pick at #7 and trading back with the Miami Dolphins.    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson           Guests: Fred Smoot, Jeremy Greene   Producer: Jason Johnson           The views and opinion...

The guys give their personal top 10 quarterback rankings and debate if Ty Simpson should be a top 10 pick. Next, they discuss drafting lottery pick QBs higher than the "safe bet." Plus, the guys have passionate opinions on Taylen Green and Diego Pavia.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson         Producer: Jason Johnson         The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are the...

The guys give their personal top 10 running back rankings and debate positional value vs. draft value vs. blue-chip prospect value. Then, they have a 5-Round mock draft where the Commanders get explosive.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson       Producer: Jason Johnson       The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or p...

"The Draft Guru" aka "The King of the Draft" aka Fred Smoot joins the guys to take part in the 3rd Annual Guaranteed Ballers Draft. Who do the guys think are guaranteed to be stars in the 2026 NFL Draft?   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson       Guest: Fred Smoot   Producer: Jason Johnson       The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily ref...

The guys discuss the new and innovative direction that defenses are moving in the modern NFL and how linebackers and safeties are becoming the lynchpin to championship success. Then, they give their personal top12 rankings including a major debate on who should be higher: Sonny Styles or Caleb Downs!? Then, they have a 3-Round mock draft where the Commanders trade back into the 2nd round...who is...

The guys debate on who the top 10 tight ends are  in this years NFL Draft class. Then, it's a 3-round mock draft and this time the Commanders trade their #7 pick. Who could come to D.C. with a new slew of mid-round selections?    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Producer: Jason Johnson     The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily ref...

The guys discuss what makes evaluating cornerbacks so uniquely difficult. Then, they debate over their top 10 cornerbacks teams should target in the upcoming NFL Draft. Next, Senior Commanders writer Zach Selby joins the crew to have a 3-Round mock draft for the Commanders...and they do it twice! What happens if Washington goes offense or defense at pick #7?   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson  ...

The guys recap the entire 2026 NFL Combine. They look at the standout offensive line play and who passed the eye test. Then, Logan has some prospects who make him shout "take me to the tape!" Next, the guys discuss all the options the Commanders have at #7 and debate the likelihood of GM Adam Peters trading up...   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Producer: Jason Johnson     The views and o...

The guys discuss day three of the 2026 NFL Combine. Ty Simpson may have found his way into the 7th overall pick, but who would trade up with Washington to grab the young QB? Then, it's a complete in-depth evaluation of all the WRs including the inevitability of Carnell Tate, the supposed drop of Makai Lemon, and if KC Concepcion is hot or cold. Next, they marvel at Jeremiyah Love and debate if pos...

The guys talk the record breaking speed from Kenyon Sadiq, Eli Stowers, and the tight ends at the 2026 NFL Combine. Then, they debate Caleb Downs and if his football IQ makes his 40-time irrelevant. Next, they pick through the cornerbacks to find the hidden games who started to shine in the drill work.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions express...

The guys breakdown the first explosive night at the 2026 NFL Combine. They marvel at the Ohio State takeover by Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles. Then, is the pure "linebacker" position a dying idea in the evolution of modern NFL defense? Next, how possible it is that 2 LBs could be taken in the top 5!? Plus, they converse over David Bailey and how he flew in the 40 and up peoples boards. Finally, di...

The guys discuss what really matters at the NFL Combine, debate the importance of hand size, and if 40-times really matter. Then, they breakdown who they think are the top 5 prospects at the defensive tackle position.    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view...

The guys rank and review their top 13 offensive linemen in this years 2026 NFL Draft. Then, they debate on when a team should feel comfortable drafting for luxury. Plus, they review some players that they were wrong about at the beginning of the scouting process.    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson       Producer: Jason Johnson       The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts...

The guys rank and review their top ten wide receivers in this years 2026 NFL Draft. They debate Carnell Tate and if Ohio State is WRU. Then, they discuss how GMs assign draft values to prospects and positions.      Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Producer: Jason Johnson     The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views...

The guys rank and review their top ten edge rushers in this years 2026 NFL Draft. They debate Arvell Reese and if he is a top-tier prospect, should age be a factor in dropping a prospect several rounds, and who is the hidden star that no one is talking about? Next, they do a mock draft for the Commanders at #7 before discussing the impossible decision of "best player available" vs "team needs."  ...

Logan and Jason discuss who the top-tier prospects after the last day of Senior Bowl practices. They talk about who had their stock skyrocket, who raised some eyebrows, and who left something to be desired. Then, they discuss the importance of draft capitol and assigning a market value to each and every pick. Plus, NFL Draft Nerd Jeremy Greene stops by for a surprise visit with his analytics exper...

Trevor Sikkema (PFF) and Jeremy Greene (NFL Draft Nerd) join the show to talk about the winners and losers at the Senior Bowl (so far). Then, they debate on what the Commanders can do with the #7 selection in the upcoming NFL Draft. Plus, Logan and Jason discuss what being and NFL GM might really be like during the scouting process.    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson       Guests: Trevor Sikke...

Logan Paulsen is joined by the 'NFL Draft Nerd' Jeremy Greene to recap the Shrine Bowl, preview the upcoming Senior Bowl, and have a debate over who is right or wrong with their takes on Fernando Mendoza, how many WRs are really worth a top-10 selection, and if Jayden Daniels was the best QB in his draft class over Caleb Williams and Drake Maye?    Prospects Discussed:  Wesley Williams, Landon Rob...

The guys talk about the first day of practice for the college all-star Shrine Bowl. Who made immediate impressions, who could become an important roster piece, and who could fall out of the draft all-together?    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or pos...

The guys discuss the importance of the Shrine Bowl and Senior Bowl in the Draft process.  Plus, they debate if the middle rounds are where the draft is won or lost. Then, they breakdown their favorite Shrine Bowl participants including "prove it" or "show me" prospects.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   Prospects Discussed: Ethan Burke, Dillon Bell, Diego Pounds, Ro...

Mock Drafts are coming in fast and furious!  The guys breakdown who Field Yates, Todd McShay, Danny Kelly, Nate Tice, Mike Renner and Trevor Sikkema think will be the Commanders first-round selection. Then, Logan destroys the biggest LIE that everyone believes about the draft process! Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson Producer: Jason Johnson Prospects Discussed: Keldrick Faulk, David Bailey, Rue...

The guys discuss Logan's process and how you can learn to evaluate prospects like a seasoned NFL scout. Then, they give their TOP 5 rules to follow to be effective and efficient with your scouting reports. Next, they discuss the value between selecting #5 or #7 overall in the upcoming 2026 NLF Draft!   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions expressed...