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Daft on Draft Podcast
Author: Cory Kinnan and James Foster
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Experts Cory Kinnan and James Foster bring all the latest in all things NFL Draft. From scouting to breaking down college football film to projecting if prospects have what it takes to become first round picks, we've got you covered. www.daftondraft.football
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The College Football Playoff is finally here, and with it comes massive 2026 NFL Draft implications that could reshape draft boards across the league. In this episode, we break down every key takeaway from the first round of the College Football Playoffs, highlighting which prospects elevated their stock, who struggled under the bright lights, and which matchups mattered most for NFL scouts.
From elite quarterbacks handling playoff pressure to dominant trench play from future first-round offensive tackles and EDGE rushers, this episode dives deep into NFL Draft film analysis, prospect traits, and scheme fits. We discuss standout performances, disappointing outings, and how playoff football impacts draft stock, big boards, and mock draft projections heading into the offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It’s time for Merry Mock Draft Madness as we shake up the 2026 NFL Draft board with a holiday-themed mock draft that delivers chaos, surprises, and real NFL Draft insight. In this episode, we break down how the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft could unfold if teams lean into best player available, positional value, and long-term roster building rather than chalky projections.
We dive deep into quarterback landing spots, premium positions like EDGE, offensive tackle, cornerback, and which prospects are rising or falling as the college football season winds down. This mock draft blends NFL team needs, scouting traits, and draft philosophy to create a realistic but unpredictable draft order that NFL fans and draft junkies will love. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The College Football Playoff is here, and the stakes have never been higher for the 2026 NFL Draft. In this episode, we preview Round 1 of the College Football Playoffs while breaking down the biggest NFL Draft prospects to watch as championship football takes center stage. From elite quarterbacks and blue-chip defenders to under-the-radar risers looking to boost their draft stock, we analyze how these playoff matchups could reshape NFL Draft boards in real time.
We dive into key positional battles, scheme fits, and individual performances that scouts and front offices will be watching closely, with a focus on how postseason pressure separates true first-round talents from projection players. Which prospects are playing for legacy, and which are fighting to solidify Day 1 or Day 2 status in the 2026 NFL Draft class? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The 2026 NFL Draft picture is starting to take shape, and this episode dives deep into the earliest declarations, transfer portal movement, and all-star game acceptances that could reshape draft boards across the league. We break down which college football prospects are testing the NFL Draft waters early, what those decisions mean for their long-term stock, and which players may be betting on themselves by declaring now instead of returning to school.
We also analyze key transfer portal movement, discussing how changing programs can impact player development, scheme fit, and eventual NFL evaluation. From quarterbacks and wide receivers to defensive standouts, portal decisions could dramatically alter the 2026 NFL Draft landscape. Plus, we run through the latest Senior Bowl, Shrine Bowl, and other all-star game acceptances, highlighting why these invitations matter and which prospects have the most to gain during the pre-draft process. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Mock Draft Madness continues as we dive into a wild 2026 NFL Mock Draft scenario where quarterback demand reshapes the board and forces aggressive moves from QB-needy teams. In this episode, we break down a mock draft where the New York Jets trade up and quarterbacks like Fernando Mendoza and Dante Moore fly off the NFL Draft board earlier than expected. What’s driving the surge at the top? Which teams can’t afford to wait—and which prospects benefit most from the chaos?
We analyze team fits, positional value, and how recent college football performances are influencing draft stock as we head deeper into the evaluation cycle. From quarterback rankings and team needs to ripple effects across the first round, this mock draft explores how quickly the landscape can change when elite traits meet desperation at the most important position in football.
If you’re an NFL fan, mock draft junkie, or NFL Draft fanatic, this episode delivers sharp analysis, bold projections, and forward-thinking takes on the future of the league. Tune in for in-depth NFL Draft analysis, quarterback debates, and a December mock draft designed to challenge consensus and spark conversation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this week’s NFL Draft Mailbag, we dive deep into your biggest questions about the 2026 NFL Draft, breaking down the top NFL Draft sleepers, the safest picks, hidden gems, breakout prospects, and how NFL teams actually build their draft boards. We unpack grading philosophy, positional value, developmental traits, analytics vs. film, and how to identify future breakout stars. Whether you’re an NFL fan, draft junkie, or college football diehard, this episode is loaded with detailed scouting insight and prospect evaluation.
We examine under-the-radar prospects rising late in the process, debate who has the highest floors and lowest bust potential, and explore what traits matter most for projecting NFL success. From quarterbacks to trench defenders to skill players, we break down which players could sneak into the first round, who fits certain NFL teams, and who evaluators around the league are quietly buzzing about. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Get ready for another explosive episode of Daft or Draft!?, where we break down the hottest NFL Draft takes and decide whether we’re buying or selling the hype! This week, we dive deep into breakout prospects and polarizing evaluations across the country, spotlighting names like Lee Hunter, Omarion Miller, and several other rising stars generating major buzz as the college football season winds down. If you're an NFL fan, a hardcore NFL Draft analyst, or someone obsessed with scouting, player development, and future draft classes, this episode delivers the in-depth analysis you need.
We evaluate which prospects are legitimate 2026 NFL Draft risers, who’s getting overrated, which traits translate, and who might be fool’s gold as the draft cycle heats up. From explosive playmakers to traits-based defensive monsters, we break down film notes, measurables, projection concerns, scheme fits, and upside vs. risk — all with comprehensive insight tailored for draft fanatics. If you want high-quality NFL Draft scouting, prospect breakdowns, hot take reactions, and early draft board movement, you’re in the right place. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Get ready for Mock Draft Madness as we dive into a brand-new Best Player Available 2026 NFL Mock Draft, designed to completely shake up the board this December! In this episode, we break down the top NFL Draft prospects, analyze BPA strategy vs. team-need drafting, and explore how a true “best player on the board” approach radically transforms the first round. Whether you're tracking elite quarterbacks, dominant offensive tackles, explosive wide receivers, shutdown corners, or defensive playmakers skyrocketing up draft boards, this mock draft is loaded with surprises and fresh evaluations.
We evaluate 2026 NFL Draft risers and fallers, December scouting buzz, updated big board movement, and how playoff races and late-season College Football performances impact draft capital. You’ll get detailed insight into player fit, positional value, and which teams benefit most from a BPA strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, we break down all the College Football conference championship fallout and dive into the 2026 NFL Draft implications that emerged from a wild weekend of high-stakes action. From playoff-shifting performances to breakout stars on the biggest stages, we analyze how championship weekend reshaped draft boards, prospect evaluations, and team needs heading into the offseason. We spotlight the top CFB Playoff matchups that every NFL Draft fanatic should watch, highlighting the best one-on-one battles, position-group showdowns, and potential first-round fireworks.
Whether you're tracking elite quarterback prospects, evaluating trench matchups, or following rising defensive playmakers, this episode gives you a detailed, analytics-driven look at how the 2026 class is evolving. We cover key risers, fallers, playoff-impact players, and which prospects boosted—or hurt—their NFL Draft stock with their conference title game performances. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, we deliver a full NFL Draft big board refresh with a deep dive into one of the most important and competitive position groups in every draft cycle: the cornerback class. We break down the updated evaluations on Colton Hood, Mansoor Delane, and several rising CB prospects who are making serious noise as the college football season hits its final stretch. Whether you're studying film, following your team’s draft needs, or tracking stock movement across the nation, this episode gives you a comprehensive, analytics-driven look at how the 2025 and 2026 NFL Draft cornerback boards are shifting.
We discuss traits, scheme fits, athletic profiles, production trends, and why certain DBs are ascending while others may be slipping on draft boards. From man-coverage technicians to elite zone movers to sleeper prospects flying under the radar, this is the most complete cornerback evaluation update you’ll find. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, we break down the NFL Draft fallout from College Football Week 14 and highlight the biggest prospect risers, fallers, and evaluations heading into the postseason. With conference championships wrapped and bowl season approaching, this is a crucial moment for scouts and evaluators — and we’re diving deep into which 2025 and 2026 NFL Draft prospects helped or hurt their stock. From standout performances, late-season breakouts, and shocking letdowns to early Senior Bowl and Shrine Bowl acceptees, we cover every major storyline shaping the upcoming NFL Draft cycle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this jam-packed episode, we team up with Bengal for a full 2026 NFL Mock Draft breakdown featuring bold trades, franchise-altering quarterback moves, and in-depth draft analysis. We dive into why the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets decide to get aggressive and trade up for their QB of the future, exploring scheme fit, developmental upside, team-building strategy, and long-term roster implications.
This episode covers the top quarterback prospects, first-round sleepers, elite defensive talent, offensive playmakers rising up draft boards, and how early 2026 draft narratives are already taking shape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, we break down the biggest NFL Draft implications to watch for in College Football Week 14, examining how rivalry matchups, conference championships, and high-pressure situations could reshape the 2025 NFL Draft landscape. From star quarterbacks fighting for draft position to breakout defenders climbing NFL draft boards, we evaluate which college football prospects have the most to gain — and the most to lose — as the season reaches its final week. We spotlight potential NFL Draft risers, hidden-gem prospects, playoff-impact players, and high-stakes matchups that scouts and front offices will be monitoring closely. Whether you’re tracking first-round locks, under-the-radar sleepers, or position battles such as QB3, WR4, EDGE depth, and the offensive tackle hierarchy, this episode offers an in-depth look at how Week 14 performances could dramatically affect draft stock. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome back to another episode of Daft or Draft?!, where we break down the wildest NFL Draft hot takes circulating as the college football season winds down. In this episode, we dig into the bold claims surfacing across NFL media, draft Twitter, and fan discussions — separating legitimate 2025 NFL Draft projections from flat-out daft takes that don’t hold up under film, data, or context. We evaluate rising prospects, overrated narratives, QB buzz, first-round sleepers, and false narratives about team needs.
Using an analytically driven, film-based approach, we highlight which hot takes actually have NFL Draft merit and which ones fans should ignore heading into bowl season, conference championships, and the pre-draft cycle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, we break down all the NFL Draft fallout from College Football Week 13, diving deep into how rivalry week performances, breakout players, and unexpected dud games reshaped the 2026 NFL Draft landscape. We analyze the biggest Week 13 storylines, including draft stock surges, late-season collapses, and which elite prospects helped or hurt their chances heading into bowl season and the pre-draft process. From standout quarterbacks and game-wrecking edge rushers to emerging linebackers and explosive skill players, we evaluate who cemented themselves as early-round locks — and who may be slipping down draft boards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
College Football Week 13 is here, and we’re breaking down every NFL Draft implication, matchup, and storyline that could reshape the 2026 NFL Draft landscape. In this episode, we preview the most important Week 13 games through a draft lens, analyzing which top prospects, breakout players, and emerging sleepers have the most to gain—or lose—as the regular season wraps up. We discuss quarterback battles with scouting relevance, key offensive tackle vs. edge rusher showcases, defensive back matchups that could swing draft boards, and which wide receivers are primed for statement performances in rivalry week.
We also roll out our bold NFL Draft predictions, highlighting players who could skyrocket up draft boards with strong finishes and prospects at risk of sliding if their Week 13 performances fall short. From potential first-round risers to mid-round steals, this episode dives deep into traits, film notes, and team-fit projections to give NFL Draft fans every storyline to watch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The 2026 NFL Draft offensive guard class is starting to take shape, and in this episode we’re diving deep into one of the most overlooked yet essential position groups in football. We break down the full interior offensive line landscape, highlighting top guard prospects like Vega Ioane, Emmanuel Pregnon, and other emerging IOL standouts climbing NFL Draft boards as the college football season hits its final stretch. From power-based run blockers to elite pass-protection technicians, we analyze who’s improving their draft stock, who’s falling behind, and which guards could become NFL starters early in their careers.
We evaluate tools, traits, film grades, athletic testing projections, scheme fits, and which teams may target interior offensive linemen in the upcoming draft cycle. Whether you're an NFL Draft fanatic, college football diehard, or a scouting nerd who loves trench play, this episode delivers in-depth guard analysis, scouting reports, and rankings built for serious evaluators.
Vega Ioane, Penn State: 2:17
Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon: 6:14
Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M: 11:41
Austin Siereveld, Ohio State: 17:15
Kade Pieper, Iowa: 23:45 Kage Casey,
Boise State: 27:15
Best of the rest: 32:41 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, we break down the biggest 2026 NFL Draft risers and fallers coming out of Week 12 of the college football season, spotlighting the prospects who boosted their stock — and those who took a hit. With conference races heating up and rivalry games reshaping narratives, Week 12 delivered major movement on draft boards across the country. We dive deep into the standout performances, key analytics, and long-term projections that matter most for NFL scouts, draft analysts, and hardcore football fans.
From breakout stars forcing their way into early-round conversations to preseason favorites slipping down the board, we evaluate every major storyline influencing the 2026 NFL Draft landscape. Whether you're tracking quarterback development, offensive line consistency, edge rusher dominance, or defensive back versatility, this stock watch covers all the critical position groups that teams will prioritize next April. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Get ready for a wild NFL Mock Draft breakdown as we dive into a franchise-altering scenario featuring the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets aggressively trading up for their quarterbacks of the future. In this episode, we analyze how each move impacts the 2026 NFL Draft order, team-building strategy, roster construction, and long-term organizational outlook. We evaluate the top quarterback prospects who could reshape both franchises, breaking down their traits, upside, NFL projection, scheme fit, and how they compare to recent first-round QB selections across the league.
We also assess the ripple effects on the rest of the draft board: Which teams benefit? Who slides? Which prospects rise due to positional scarcity or premium value? From offensive playmakers and offensive line standouts to defensive sleepers and blue-chip talents, this episode covers every major draft storyline created by these blockbuster trades. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Get ready for a huge weekend of College Football Week 12 as we break down every key matchup, storyline, and NFL Draft implication that fans and evaluators need to watch closely. In this episode, we dive into the biggest prospect battles, rising draft-eligible stars, and how this week’s games could dramatically shift the landscape of the 2026 NFL Draft. From quarterback showdowns to trench wars featuring breakout offensive and defensive linemen, we highlight the players who can elevate—or tank—their NFL Draft stock with their Week 12 performances.
We also deliver a full slate of bold NFL Draft predictions, projecting which prospects could surge up draft boards, who might emerge as legitimate first-round candidates, and which under-the-radar talents could become household names after this weekend. Whether it’s emerging QBs, explosive wide receivers, disruptive edge rushers, or elite defensive backs, we cover every storyline that matters for NFL fans, draft analysts, and college football diehards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.



