Carolina and Chicago executed a blockbuster trade and now the Panthers hold the number one pick in April's draft and are expected to select a QB. Will the trade effect the Raiders plans of drafting a QB in round one. Ted Nguyen of the Athletic joins the show to discuss what he sees on film from Anthony Richardson and Will Levis. In Segment two, Evan previews the start of free agency.
Just Pod Baby is back after a two week vacation and it's NFL combine week. The quarterback prospects take center stage on Saturday when they hit the field for their workouts. Josh McDaniels and Dave Ziegler met with the media this week in Indianapolis and answered several questions pertaining to their plans at the quarterback position. On this week's show you will hear audio from the pressers and host Evan Groat's thoughts on what the Raiders should do at quarterback.
New Orleans Saints insider, John Hendrix from the Saints News Network joins Just Pod Baby to discuss the latest from Derek Carr's visit with Dennis Allen and other Saints brass as the February 15th deadline approaches.
Tom Brady has decided to retire from the NFL after 23 seasons. Many believed Brady could be an option to replace Derek Carr in Las Vegas. With that no longer a possibility what should be the new plan at Quarterback. Tune in to hear Evan's thoughts and in segment two, Trevor Sikkema from Pro Football Focus joins the show to breakdown the Senior Bowl and give his take on this years QB draft class.
ESPN Insider, Jeremy Fowler put Raider Nation into a frenzy this week with rumors that Dave Ziegler could tweak the roster this offseason and mentioned Darren Waller and Hunter Renfrow as two players other teams will be keeping tabs on in a possible trade. Evan gives you his thoughts on the rumor and weighs the pros and cons of a potential trade for Waller or Renfrow. In segment two, College Football and NFL draft analyst, Thor Nystrom joins the show to preview next week's Senior Bowl and breaks...
General Manager, Dave Ziegler has his work cut out for himself as he looks to upgrade and improve the roster in free agency. This week on the show, Evan gives you his list of priorities as he sees it and the names of free agents that could help get the Raiders back into the playoffs in 2023. Also, Evan discusses the responses from his Twitter Questions of the Week.
The Raiders wrapped up a disappointing 2022 campaign with a 6-11 record and now enter the off season with many changes expected to be made. Priority number one for general manager, Dave Ziegler is to find a trade partner and new team for Derek Carr. Hear host, Evan Groat give you his best landing spots for Carr in a trade and why Raiders fans should be prepared for Carr to play hard ball with his old team. Also, this week Evan tells you the things he got right and wrong about the Raiders in 2022...
In addition to finding a new quarterback, one of the biggest decisions that general manager, Dave Ziegler will have to make this off season is what to do with Josh Jacobs as he is set to hit free agency. Tune in to hear host, Evan Groat's thoughts on the topic and why he has had a change of heart. Other topics this week include, the bombshell report by beat writer, Vinny Bonsignore and why Davante Adams made a lot of Raiders fans happy this week
Following another deflating loss to the Steelers on Christmas Eve, the Raiders have decided to bench Derek Carr for the remainder of the season, signaling the end of the Derek Carr era. In this week's episode of Just Pod Baby, Evan gives you his thoughts on the news involving Derek Carr and discusses the fallout from the decision.
This week marks the 50th Anniversary of the Immaculate Reception game and the Raiders travel to Pittsburgh on Christmas Eve for a primetime matchup with the Steelers. Temperatures are suppose to be frigid and Derek Carr has had struggles in cold weather games throughout his career. Also, the Raiders defense has shown some signs of improvement, host Evan Groat details why the defense has played better. In segment two, Steelers beat reporter, Gerry Dulac, from the Pittsburgh Post Gazette joins the...
The Raiders are 5-8 and the season is on life support. Without much to play for what will you be looking for in the final four games of the season? Join host Evan Groat as he gives you his thoughts on what he will be watching for as the season comes to an end. Could offensive stars like Derek Carr, Darren Waller & Josh Jacobs be auditioning for a spot on next years roster? In segment two, long time Patriots beat writer from the Boston Herald, Karen Guregian joins the show to preview Sunday's...
This week on Just Pod Baby, Evan talks about the state of the Raiders and where they stand following the win over the Chargers to improve their record to 5-7. The Raiders are riding a three game win streak and the conversation surrounding the team has drastically shifted. Also, hear Evan give his thoughts on the possible return of Darren Waller and Hunter Renfrow and why he believes it could disrupt the success the offense is currently having.
On this victory Monday episode of Just Pod Baby, Evan recaps the Raiders second consecutive overtime win. Josh Jacobs got it done once again on the ground with a career high 228 yards rushing, capped by his walk-off touchdown run of 86 yards. The Raiders now find themselves with a (good) dilemma on their hands, should they or should they not pay Josh Jacobs at the end of the season.
This week on Just Pod Baby, Evan discusses the State of the Raiders following the 25-20 loss to the Colts and where the Raiders go from here. Is Derek Carr broken mentally? And what does the future hold for him beyond this year with the Raiders? In segment two, Mark Anderson from the Associated Press joins the show to discuss the news from the week.
This week on Just Pod Baby, host Evan Groat gives you his thoughts on the Raiders loss to the Jaguars in week 9 and discusses the news and notes from the week including Darren Waller and Hunter Renfrow being placed on the injured reserve. In segment two, Kevin Bowen from 105.7 the Fan in Indianapolis joins the show to preview the matchup between the Raiders and Colts.
This week on Just Pod Baby, Evan discusses the comments made by general manager, Dave Ziegler this week when he met with members of the media. Also, at 2-5 is this the Raiders last stand in the 2022 season? In segment two, Mark Long from the AP joins to preview the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Just Pod Baby is back on the air part of the Sportsnaut podcast network. On this week's preview episode, Evan talks about the trade of Johnathan Hankins as well as the illness that is working it's way through the Raiders locker room and has jeopardized the status of Davante Adams for Sunday's game. In segment two, Saints beat writer Luke Johnson, who covers the Saints for the New Orleans Advocate joins the show to talk all things Saints.
This week on Just Pod Baby, Evan shares a big announcement on the future of the podcast. Just Pod Baby is joining SB Nation as a part of the Silver & Black Pride podcast network. Also this week, Evan discusses the 53-man roster and how he sees it potentially shaking out for roster hopefuls like Luke Masterson, Darien Butler, Sam Webb and Tashawn Bower.
This week on Just Pod Baby, Evan recaps the Raiders' 15-13 preseason win over the Miami Dolphins with his positive and negative takeaways from the game. Also, do the Raiders need to address the right tackle position through a free agent signing or trade as Alex Leatherwood continues to struggle? Evan also looks ahead to the upcoming week of joint practices with the New England Patriots.
This week on Just Pod Baby, Evan recaps and gives his analysis of the Hall of Fame game between the Las Vegas Raiders and Jacksonville Jaguars.
This week on Just Pod Baby, Evan discusses the fallout from Denzelle Good’s surprise retirement and what it means for the rest of the offensive line. The pads came on this week and the battle for positions along the right side of the offensive line is heating up. In segment two Evan gives his top three players who are receiving the most hype after one week of training camp.
This week on Just Pod Baby, host Evan Groat dives into what he is most excited about heading into training camp. The discussion includes the reworked interior defensive line, a crowded running back room and some questions in the secondary. In segment two, PFF analyst, Ben Linsey joins the show to discuss his roster rankings and defends his position of ranking the Raiders as the 21st best roster in the NFL.
This week on Just Pod Baby host Evan Groat discusses the trio of Raiders pass-catchers in Davante Adams, Hunter Renfrow and Darren Waller and where they stack up among others in the NFL. Joining the show in segment two is guest, NFL insider, Adam Caplan to give his opinion on Josh McDaniels as the new head coach of the Raiders as well as the addition of Davante Adams and Chandler Jones and how he sees the new look AFC West division shaking out.
On the latest episode of Just Pod Baby hear host Evan Groat break down the Raiders 2022 schedule and discuss just how many games the Raiders can win this season. Las Vegas sportsbooks set their futures win total for the Raiders at 8.5. If you were a betting man are you taking the over or under?
On this special edition of Just Pod Baby, hear host Evan Groat’s conversation with the University of Memphis offensive line coach, Jim Bridge. Coach Bridge was the position coach for the Raiders third round draft pick, Dylan Parham since 2019. Hear insight you won’t get anywhere else in this exclusive interview.
This week on Just Pod Baby, Evan recaps the 2022 draft and all six of the Raiders selections. Joining Evan this week are guests Frank Bonner II from the Daily Memphian, Seth Emerson from the Athletic, and Wilson Alexander from the Advocate to take an in-depth look at Dylan Parham, Zamir White, and Neil Farrell Jr.
Evan is back from vacation with a brand new episode of Just Pod Baby. In segment 1, hear his thoughts on the Derek Carr extension and what positions the Raiders should target in next week's draft. In segment two, Evan goes behind enemy lines by speaking with beat writers from all three divisional opponents including Gilbert Manzano from the So Cal Newsgroup, Troy Renck Broncos insider for ABC Denver 7, and Adam Teicher ESPN NFL Nation reporter covering the Chiefs.
This week on Just Pod Baby, hear host Evan Groat discuss some of the new free-agent additions made this past week by general manager Dave Ziegler. Evan raises the question, have the Raiders done enough to address the offensive line issues that plagued the team in 2021? Also hear interviews with guests Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan in Indianapolis as he fills Raider Nation in on Rock Ya-Sin and Karen Guregian from the Boston Herald joins the show to talk Brandon Bolden, Josh McDaniels, and OL coac...
This week on Just Pod Baby, free agent frenzy 2022 is underway and Dave Ziegler has made huge waves in his first free agency by trading for superstar wide receiver, Davante Adams and cornerback Rock Ya-Sin. Hear Evan give his thoughts on the additions of Chandler Jones, Bilal Nichols, and Anthony Averett as well. This week’s episode includes interviews with multiple guest including Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun Times, Jonas Shaffer of the Baltimore Sun, and Alain Poupart of Sports Illustrate...
This week on Just Pod Baby, it’s time to talk NFL Scouting Combine. The combine kicks off this week in Indianapolis and Evan will speak with guest, Anthony Treash, lead college football analyst for Pro Football Focus. Other topics include Dave Ziegler and Josh McDaniels press conferences with members of the media.
