Pint Glass Football: NFL & College Football Podcast

Is Arch Manning really the best quarterback in college football, or does Oregon's Dante Moore deserve the QB1 crown? On this episode, Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon go back to the film to break down the consensus top two quarterbacks entering the 2026 college football season. We discuss what makes Arch Manning and Dante Moore elite prospects, where each quarterback still needs to improve, how the...

Can the Texas Longhorns finally win their first national championship since 2005? Inside Texas reporter Evan Vieth joins the Pint Glass Football Podcast for a complete preview of the 2026 Texas Longhorns football team. We discuss why Evan believes Arch Manning is the best quarterback in college football, Steve Sarkisian's championship expectations, the Longhorns' revamped running back room...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon compare the New York Knicks' starting five to current NFL players, identifying the football equivalents of Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Josh Hart. Brad and Alex break down which NFL stars best match each player's style, story, leadership, impact, and career trajectory. They also discuss which NFL franchises are best pos...

Host Brad Fowler tackles five of the biggest questions shaping the 2026 college football season, including which new head coach is primed for the biggest turnaround, which programs are most likely to make their first-ever College Football Playoff appearance, and which Power 4 teams could emerge as surprise contenders. Brad also breaks down which preseason national championship hopeful could fall s...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon tackle five of the biggest questions shaping the upcoming season, starting with a debate between two AFC contenders trying to separate themselves in a crowded conference. The guys also dive into which Year 2 quarterback is poised for the biggest leap, what coaches are under the most pressure, and which teams could be positioned for a surprise playoff push in 2026....

The NFL landscape shifted this week as two blockbuster trades sent Myles Garrett to the Rams and A.J. Brown to the Patriots. Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down what Garrett's arrival means for Los Angeles' Super Bowl hopes, whether the Browns got enough back in Jared Verse and a haul of draft picks, and how the move reshapes Cleveland's future. The guys also analyze New Engla...

The race for the 2026 Lott IMPACT Trophy is already loaded with elite defensive talent, and Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon are breaking down six players they’re circling early heading into the college football season. Could Matayo Uiagalelei become one of the biggest defensive stars in the country at Oregon? Is Peyton Bowen the most complete defensive back in college football? And is Kenyatta J...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest winners and losers from the 2026 NFL schedule release, including which teams got completely screwed by the schedule makers — and which contenders may have been handed a massive advantage. The guys dive into the Chargers’ brutal midseason gauntlet, why the Chiefs defense could face its toughest QB stretch of the Mahomes era, and how the 49ers...

Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their Way-Too-Early 2027 NFL Mock Draft and project the first 10 picks in what could become one of the most loaded NFL Draft classes in recent memory. Will Dante Moore become the next elite NFL quarterback prospect? Is Jeremiah Smith already the best wide receiver prospect in college football? Which future stars are climbing draft boards heading into the seas...

The NFL offseason creates hype every year — but which teams actually got better? In this episode of Pint Glass Football, we break down the 5 most improved NFL teams heading into the 2026 season — the teams that didn’t just make moves, but made real progress. We’re separating offseason noise from real roster building by looking at the upgrades that actually matter: trenches, coaching, scheme fit, a...

The 2026 NFL Draft is officially complete — and now it’s time to separate the hits from the mistakes. In this episode of Pint Glass Football , we break down our biggest Day 2 and Day 3 takeaways — including the steals that could define this class, the reaches that left us scratching our heads, and our favorite picks flying under the radar. Which teams found elite value outside Round 1? Who complet...

The 2026 NFL Draft is officially in the books — and we’re starting where it matters most: Round 1. In this episode, we break down the biggest winners, the head-scratching picks, and the moments that could define this entire draft class. Which teams crushed the board and built instant contenders ? Who reached when the pressure hit ? And which picks already feel like franchise-altering mistakes ? We...

The 2026 NFL Draft conversation is dominated by mock drafts—but that’s not what we’re doing here. In this episode of Pint Glass Football, we break down the Top 10 picks and focus on what we think each team should do to build a contender. This isn’t about predicting picks—it’s about strategy, roster construction, and making the right decision when you’re on the clock. We go team-by-team through the...

In this episode of Pint Glass Football, we’re breaking down 8 of our favorite 2026 NFL Draft sleepers —the underrated prospects flying under the radar right now who could massively outperform their draft position. These are the players with elite traits, high-level production, and the kind of upside that turns Day 2 and Day 3 picks into future starters… or more. From dominant trench players to exp...

In this episode of Pint Glass Football, Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest boom or bust prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft — the players with elite upside, major red flags, and the potential to define this entire class. Every draft is shaped by risk, and this year is no different. Brad and Alex dive into the core debate surrounding these prospects: projection vs production. How much s...

These NFL teams are under the most pressure in the 2026 NFL Draft — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the franchises facing the biggest consequences this draft cycle, from teams fighting for their future to contenders trying to maximize a shrinking Super Bowl window. Which teams can’t afford to miss — and what happens if they do? In this episode, we cover: W...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their Top 5 quarterbacks and linebackers for the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting the strengths, concerns, and projected roles for some of the most intriguing prospects in this year’s class. The episode centers around a key theme: projection vs production. From quarterback processing, arm talent, and decision-making to linebacker instincts, versatility, and...

Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their Top 5 safeties for the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting the strengths, concerns, and projected roles for some of the most talked-about safety prospects in this year’s class. The episode centers around a key theme: versatility. From deep coverage ability to box play, from slot matching to blitz usage, Brad and Alex debate what truly matters when evaluating s...

Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their Top 5 running back rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft , highlighting the strengths, concerns, and projected roles for some of the most talked-about RB prospects in this year’s class. Before diving into the rankings, Brad and Alex react to major NFL news, including Jaylen Waddle being traded to the Denver Broncos and Kyler Murray signing with the Minnesota...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest winners and losers from NFL Free Agency , analyzing the moves that reshaped the league and the surprising decisions that could have major consequences for teams heading into the 2026 season. Brad and Alex discuss why the Kansas City Chiefs may have taken a major step backward after losing multiple cornerbacks, including an All-Pro, downgradi...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest winners from the 2026 NFL Combine , highlighting the prospects whose elite testing numbers and on-field drills sent their draft stock soaring ahead of the NFL Draft. Brad and Alex discuss why Jeremiah Love may have cemented himself as a top-5 pick after an explosive 4.36 forty at over 200 pounds, and how Mike Washington’s blazing 4.33 speed...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the prospects who could skyrocket up draft boards at the 2026 NFL Combine, highlighting the players whose testing numbers, measurables, and on-field drills could dramatically change their NFL Draft outlook. Brad and Alex discuss why Kenyon Sadiq could put on an athletic showcase in Indianapolis, whether Jermod McCoy can prove he’s fully healthy after mi...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon reveal their Top 5 edge rusher rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft, breaking down the film, traits, production, and NFL projection of the most disruptive pass rushers in the class. Brad makes the case for Arvell Reese as EDGE1, explaining why his rare speed-to-power conversion, closing burst, and Micah Parsons-level versatility separate him from the field. Alex pushes...

Presented by Props. Cash Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon reveal their Top 5 wide receiver rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft, breaking down the film, traits, and NFL projection of the most talented WR prospects in the class. Brad makes the case for Makai Lemon as WR1, explaining why his technician-level route running, physicality, and competitive edge separate him from the field. Alex counters with...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon recap Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots , delivering full game analysis of how Seattle’s dominant defense, pass rush, and field-position control secured the championship. In this Seahawks vs Patriots Super Bowl breakdown, we dive into Mike Macdonald’s aggressive defensive adjustments, including the six-play blitz stretch and heavy...