Daft on Draft Podcast

In this summer scouting episode, we dive deep into the 2026 NFL Draft class by focusing on key Ohio State Football playmakers: Carnell Tate, Max Klare, and the Buckeyes' evolving offense. Ohio State has been a consistent pipeline of NFL talent, and 2026 looks to be no different. We break down the traits, upside, and NFL potential of these rising stars and how they fit into the Buckeyes' high-power...

In this episode of Daft or Draft!? , we break down two of the most intriguing storylines heading into the 2025 NFL Draft. Can Tate Ratledge make an immediate Day 1 impact as an NFL offensive lineman? Is Landon Jackson poised to not only rise up draft boards but also become the breakout star of this year's Hard Knocks? We dive into the scouting reports, player traits, NFL team fits, and upside that...

In this episode, we shine the spotlight on The Young Guns — the 20-year-old prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft class who are already turning heads with their elite physical traits and high-end upside. These underclassmen may be young, but they’re loaded with raw talent, athleticism, and the kind of tools that NFL scouts and general managers dream about on draft day. We break down the most intriguing...

In this episode, we turn our attention to “The Elders” — the experienced upperclassmen quarterbacks expected to headline the 2026 NFL Draft class. While underclassmen often steal the spotlight, these veteran signal-callers bring leadership, refined mechanics, and years of on-field production that NFL teams covet. We break down their strengths, weaknesses, development curves, and ideal NFL fits, gi...

In this episode, we dive into the 2025 NFL Draft class by taking a closer look at “The Leftovers” — the college football players who were already heavily scouted for the 2024 NFL Draft but chose to return to school. These returning prospects have already put plenty of tape out there, so what should we expect from them in the upcoming season? Are they improving their stock or risking it all? We bre...

In this episode of our NFL Draft Mailbag, we're answering your hottest questions about the NFL Draft, covering everything from early 2026 NFL Draft QB talk to the irrational prospect hype we all fall for. Are there any 2026 quarterback prospects who could be the next big thing? We break down names to know early, what traits they bring to the table, and how they compare to current NFL talent. We al...

In this episode of Daft or Draft!? , we dive into some of the hottest and most controversial takes surrounding the 2025 NFL Draft. Is Arch Manning truly a future franchise quarterback, or is the hype outpacing his production? Is Caleb Downs the top defensive prospect in the class, or are we overvaluing his ceiling? We break down these NFL Draft hot takes with in-depth scouting reports, player comp...

We break down the latest rookie betting odds and make bold predictions for the top NFL awards races heading into the 2025 season! Which 2025 NFL Draft rookies are favored to win Offensive Rookie of the Year (OROY) and Defensive Rookie of the Year (DROY)? We analyze the odds, discuss the best value bets, and project who could surprise fans and bettors alike. From top picks to Day 2 sleepers, we exa...

In this episode, we spotlight NFL Draft Day 3 picks who have the upside, talent, and traits to outperform their draft position and deliver Day 1 value at the next level. These are the NFL Draft sleepers everyone should be paying attention to heading into the 2025 NFL Draft. From small-school standouts to overlooked power-five prospects, we’re breaking down who could become the next mid-round steal...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into early 2026 NFL Draft quarterback talk with special guest Nate Tice of Yahoo Sports! We break down the top names to watch at the QB position, including Arch Manning and Fernando Mendoza, and discuss how these young signal-callers are shaping up as NFL prospects. Will Arch Manning live up to the hype? Is Fernando Mendoza a true sleeper to monitor for next year...

The 2025 NFL Draft is officially in the books, and now it’s time to break down and grade every pick made by the NFC West. In this video, we deliver a comprehensive review of how the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, and Arizona Cardinals performed across all seven rounds of the draft. From first-round splash picks to Day 3 sleepers, we evaluate each team’s strategy, roster n...

The 2025 NFL Draft is complete, and now it’s time to grade out every pick made by the NFC East! In this video, we deliver a full breakdown of how the Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Giants, and Washington Commanders performed in the draft. From first-round decisions to late-round steals, we analyze every selection and how it fits each team’s long-term goals and roster needs. Which NF...

The 2025 NFL Draft is in the books, and it’s time to break down and grade every pick from the NFC South! In this video, we dive deep into how the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers fared in the 2025 NFL Draft. Which NFC South team crushed it with value picks? Who reached too early? And which rookies could make an immediate impact? From first-round sele...

The 2025 NFL Draft is officially over, and in this video, we’re breaking down and grading every pick from the NFC North! From the Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, and Minnesota Vikings to the Chicago Bears, we analyze each team’s draft strategy, top selections, steals, reaches, and how their 2025 rookie classes stack up across the division. Who made the smartest moves in the 2025 NFL Draft? Which...

The 2025 NFL Draft is in the books, and in this video we break down and grade every pick made in the AFC West. From the Kansas City Chiefs and their quest to stay on top, to the Los Angeles Chargers, Denver Broncos, and Las Vegas Raiders trying to close the gap, we dive into each team’s draft class with full analysis, round-by-round evaluations, and detailed grades. Which AFC West team had the bes...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.daftondraft.football The cat is out of the bag on Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza. I released an article on the Monday after the draft , calling Mendoza my summer scouting QB1, then Yahoo! Sports’ Nate Tice lists him as the third overall prospect and his QB1 heading into the summer. Then ESPN’s Field Yates tweets out some hype...

The 2025 NFL Draft is complete, and in this video, we’re diving into a full breakdown and grading of the AFC East draft classes! From the Buffalo Bills to the Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, and New York Jets, we evaluate every pick and round and how each franchise handled the draft board. Who added the most talent? Who reached? And which team set themselves up for success in the ultra-compe...

The 2025 NFL Draft is officially wrapped, and now it’s time to grade the draft classes across the AFC South. In this video, we break down and evaluate every pick made by the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Tennessee Titans. Who crushed it with value? Who reached? And which team set themselves up for long-term success in the AFC South arms race? We provide in-depth NFL...

The 2025 NFL Draft is in the books, and it's time to hand out grades — starting with one of the most competitive divisions in football: the AFC North. In this video, we break down and evaluate the draft classes for the Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Baltimore Ravens, analyzing each team’s strategy, value picks, and long-term roster impact. Which AFC North team naile...

The 2025 NFL Draft is officially complete, and it’s time to break it all down! In this comprehensive NFL Draft recap, we analyze every round, every team, and every major storyline that defined the weekend. From surprise first-round picks to Day 3 gems, this video covers the biggest winners, most questionable moves, and the steals that could change the league. We dig into the full 2025 NFL Draft cl...

Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft is officially in the books, and the storylines are heating up! In this full Day 2 recap, we break down every major pick from Rounds 2 and 3—highlighting the steals, head-scratchers, and shocking slides. The biggest question of the night? What in the world is going on with Shedeur Sanders? We dive deep into his unexpected draft journey and what it means for his NFL futur...

The 2025 NFL Draft Day 1 is in the books, and it did not disappoint! In this full first-round recap, I break down every pick from Thursday night—analyzing team strategies, prospect fits, surprise selections, trades, and all the biggest moments. From the No. 1 overall pick to the late-round stunners, I give you instant reactions, in-depth NFL Draft analysis, and scouting insight on how each player...

The 2025 NFL Draft is just around the corner, and the pre-draft rumor mill is in overdrive! In this episode of Daft or Draft!?, we’re diving headfirst into the late-breaking buzz, sifting through the noise to decide which rumors to buy or sell. Are teams really falling in love with certain late risers? Could some top prospects experience a shocking slide? Are the quarterback rankings shifting at t...

Dane Brugler’s “The Beast” is here, and we’re breaking it all down! In this episode, we react to one of the most comprehensive and respected draft guides in the game—The Beast from Dane Brugler of The Athletic—and give our take on what it means for the 2025 NFL Draft landscape. From top prospect rankings to surprise evaluations, we dive into the most interesting scouting reports, under-the-radar s...

Is Jalen Milroe a legit first-round quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft? Is the buzz about Shedeur Sanders sliding down draft boards real or just overhyped smoke? In this episode of Daft or Draft!?, we’re putting two of the most talked-about QBs under the microscope. We break down Jalen Milroe’s draft stock, highlighting his dual-threat ability, arm strength, and decision-making. Then we shift gears...