Monday Mailbag: Coordinator hires, the Steelers' QB situation, draft day shockers, and more
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 29 min
Episode description
One of the many things we love about the TAFS mailbag is that it reflects the conversations real football fans are having in the moment. As such, it should come as no surprise that this edition of the mailbag is heavy on draft questions. What are some plausible draft day surprises we could see this year? Why do certain players seem to have dramatic climbs or tumbles down draft boards in March and April? Should teams recalibrate how the think about premium positions in a draft like this one? Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dig into those questions, and a whole lot more.
Rundown
How much do teams know about other teams draft boards?
Evaluating contact balance for college prospects
Favorite coordinator hires this cycle
Surprising draft day trades
How the Steelers have handled the QB position
Why do players rise or fall on draft boards
Draft day shockers
Premium position vs. premium talent
Which Georgia EDGE defender is the better bet?
Favorite and least favorite metrics
How many Hall of Famers were active in 2024?
Host: Robert Mays
Co-Host: Derrik Klassen
Executive Producer: Michael Beller
Producer: Michael Beller
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