"With the first pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals select...Joe Burrow, quarterback, LSU." It's a sentence we'll most likely hear this Thursday night. What kind of pressure -- and team -- is Cincy about to thrust upon the Heisman Trophy-winning star? ESPN's Ben Baby digs deep into Burrow's football story to find out. Plus, he sets the scene in Ohio, where a long history of disappointment has left Bengals fans hungry for success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...
Apr 22, 2020•23 min
Mel Kiper and Chris Sprow break down their favorite 2020 NFL Draft prop bets including how many QBs go in the first round and who goes first between Love & Herbert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 21, 2020•43 min
Poised to be the No. 1 wide receiver picked in this year's NFL Draft, Alabama's Jerry Jeudy is sought after for his speed and explosiveness. He has also endured family tragedy alongside football success. Following the loss of his 7-year-old sister, Jeudy became a college star, and is now preparing to enter the NFL. Ahead of Thursday's first round, ESPN's Liz Merrill shares Jeudy's story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 21, 2020•22 min
With live competitions mostly canceled, the 2020 NFL Draft is not only happening this Thursday, but it's rallying the sports world in an even bigger way than usual. We'll find out where prospects like QBs Joe Burrow, Tua Tagovailoa, and Jordan Love will land, and we'll see a whole new approach as draft prospects work from home like so many of us. ESPN analyst (and pumpkin-pie-for-breakfast lover) Mel Kiper Jr. has covered the draft for decades. He breaks down this year's draft class, explains wh...
Apr 20, 2020•27 min
Mel Kiper, Jr. joins Kevin Negandhi on the week of the NFL Draft to discuss what a virtual draft process means for talent evaluation, Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Herbert, the abundance of high-end defensive talent, how he nearly landed a job with the Colts early in his career and urging Frank Caliendo to do a Todd McShay impression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 20, 2020•37 min
This week's podcast is all about #KiperSleepers. The guys discuss over 50 prospects in this rapid fire breakdown of Day 3 rookies who could make an impact in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2020•32 min
Todd McShay joins Kevin Negandhi to talk NFL draft. The guys discuss how the NFL is handling the draft process during a pandemic, the two things every team is worried about, the latest on the class of quarterbacks, a $5,000 Jordan Love bet (11:06), the three things that distinguish Joe Burrow (19:44) and players no one is talking about. Plus, Todd on his relationship with Mel Kiper, Jr. (36:06), the skit he did with Frank Caliendo and reporting on the draft from an empty house. Learn more about ...
Apr 13, 2020•45 min
Mel and Todd breakdown their latest superteams mock draft which is comprised entirely of rookies! See more on their rosters at ESPN.com: https://es.pn/3eaBZBs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 08, 2020•28 min
Todd McShay and Daniel Dopp break down Mel Kiper's Mock Draft 3.0 by discussing what he got right and what he got wrong. Plus, a bunch of listener questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 26, 2020•39 min
The crew discuss the most interesting prospects in the draft, including Jalen Hurts and Jonathan Taylor, plus a full breakdown of the AFC South's draft needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 11, 2020•57 min
The guys recap their Combine takeaways including Isaiah Simmons and potential 2nd round QBs. Plus, breaking down what each NFC South squad should do in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 05, 2020•51 min
It's the week of the NFL Combine and Todd, Mel and Chris preview what to expect this week and what really matters from the combine. They also chat about past players that had combines that stood out. Plus, the guys discuss what Mel is like when on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 24, 2020•52 min
The guys play a game of "Tua or False" after Kiper mocked him at #3 in his latest mock draft. Plus, a full breakdown of the draft needs for the entire NFC East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 20, 2020•52 min
The guys breakdown the latest on Tua Tagovailoa and discuss which teams could be in play for him this April. Plus, breaking down each team's draft needs from the AFC East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 12, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Chris Sprow ask Mel and Todd their biggest differences in early round prospects, which one was REALLY the highest on Terry McLaurin last year and a robust mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 07, 2020•50 min
Todd opens with a story about losing his cell phone at the Senior Bowl, we discuss the biggest risers and fallers from Mobile, did Justin Herbert's performance answer all the questions, the Jordan Love mystery and who is NFL comp is. Plus, we breakdown our current QB tiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 28, 2020•53 min
The crew discusses if Joe Burrow solidified his status as the #1 pick in the 2020 NFL draft, if Chase Young is as good as the Bosas', at what pick will the draft get interesting and #FirstDraft questions from Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 16, 2020•48 min
Todd, Mel & Chris break down McShay's first mock draft including Joe Burrow's rise to the top (1:35), Chase Young's talent (26:50) and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 18, 2019•49 min
Mel, Todd and Chris break down everything from the draft and answer your mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 28, 2019•46 min
Mel, Todd and Chris throw around some draft related prop bets (3:02) and empty the mailbag (38:20) in the last podcast before the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 22, 2019•48 min
Adam Schefter talks to Mel Kiper Jr.& Todd McShay about their impressions of this year's draft and their favorite draft memories (:54). Plus, Evan Kaplan dives into the statistical trends (40:37) and Adam catches up with Ohio State's Dwayne Haskins (46:55) and Stanford's Bryce Love (54:46). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 22, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Mel Kiper Jr, Todd McShay and Chris Sprow select their favorite players in the Draft by position including QB (3:40), RB (5:25) and WR (8:00). Plus, your Mailbag questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2019•46 min
Kiper, McShay and Sprow discuss what the Cardinals might do with Rosen, and break down their Grade A mock drafts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 10, 2019•45 min
Mel, Todd & Chris compare their latest mock drafts, have an epic disagreement on one top QB prospect (21:05) and more. Plus, they preview the draft strategy for the Ravens (27:33), Steelers (31:58), Browns (35:46) and Bengals (38:42). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 03, 2019•51 min
Mel, Todd & Chris break down the trade possibilities that make the most sense for teams leading up to the draft (:50), break down the draft strategy for the Cowboys (22:44), Eagles (27:12), Redskins (34:16) and Giants (39:13), and answer your mailbag questions (44:44). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 28, 2019•55 min
Russillo talks draft with Mel Kiper Jr. including the biggest disagreement he and McShay have, plus the first life advice guest joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 27, 2019•1 hr 12 min
Mel, Todd & Chris take a deep dive into the mailbag to answer a variety of questions. Plus, they examine the draft strategy for the Texans (30:29), Colts (35:22), Titans (42:01) and Jaguars (46:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 19, 2019•54 min
Mel, Todd & Chris discuss Kyler Murray's pro day (1:13), examine free agency's impact on the draft (11:49) and break down the draft strategy for the Bears (32:26), Vilkings (37:38), Packers (42:04) and Lions (45:39). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 14, 2019•56 min
Mel, Todd & Chris discuss what they took away from the combine, who made the best impression & more (1:34). Plus, they look at the draft strategy for the Chiefs (31:41), Chargers (36:32), Broncos (39:26) and Raiders (44:48). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 05, 2019•1 hr
Mel, Todd & Chris share their combine memories (:58), break down the players with the most on the line at this year's event (4:34) and discuss the Draft strategy for the Saints (21:59), Falcons (25:07), Panthers (28:03) and Bucs (30:17). Plus, the guys dig into a mega combine mailbag (33:54). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 28, 2019•43 min
