First Draft

The Perfect Mock

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 15:29:00 PDT

Mel and Todd alternate first round picks for all 32 teams to create the "perfect" mock.

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Josh Rosen wants NEXT

Wed, 11 Apr 2018 06:39:00 PDT

In an exclusive interview, the would-be franchise QB goes deep on the NCAA, contemplates the fate of the planet and answers the critics who think he's radioactive. By Sam Alipour.

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NFL Draft Prop Bets

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 14:07:00 PDT

Mel, Todd & Chris discuss several over/under prop bets from the NFL Draft including, QB's RB's and WR's drafted in the 1st & 2nd round, how many Alabama players will be drafted in the 1st round and more. Plus, the guys answer your mail bag questions.

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Patriot Games

Thu, 5 Apr 2018 09:25:00 PDT

Mel, Todd & Chris discuss what the Patriots could be up to after their most recent deal (1:00). Plus, they examine the strategy for the Browns (24:16), Bengals (29:46), Ravens (33:44) and Steelers (38:22).

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Is it worth it?

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 10:31:00 PDT

Mel, Todd and Chris discuss what Odell Beckham Jr.'s value is in terms of draft capital (:45). Plus, they break down the draft strategy of the 49ers (25:40), Cardinals (30:50), Seahawks (34:32) and Rams (37:49).

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Jet Stream

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 09:54:00 PDT

Mel, Todd & Chris break down the impact of the Jets moving up to No. 3 and more (1:53). Plus, they break down the strategy for the Broncos (28:04), Raiders (32:36), Chargers (34:26) & Chiefs (37:51).

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Domino Effect

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 10:16:00 PDT

Mel, Todd & Chris discuss the impact of a whirlwind weekend on their draft projections. Plus, a deep dive on the strategies of the Bucs (33:28), Falcons (39:10), Panthers (42:17) and Saints (45:27).

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Money Makers

Mon, 5 Mar 2018 13:20:00 PST

Mel, Todd and Chris do a complete recap of the scouting combine, discuss the "money makers" from the weekend, and break down the strategy for the Colts (26:01), Texans (29:25), Titans (32:14) and Jaguars (36:02).

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Combine Preview

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 09:29:00 PST

Todd McShay, Mel Kiper Jr., and Chris Sprow break down everything to watch for at the combine (:56) and examine the approach for the Bears (27:59), Packers (33:10), Lions (37:17) and Vikings (41:59).

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The Best Route

Thu, 22 Feb 2018 10:03:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow debate the merits of free agency vs. the draft for some teams (2:20), plus they break down the draft strategy for the Jets (27:44), Dolphins (33:30), Bills (39:32) and Patriots (43:56).

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Top To Top

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss whether the top of the Big Board should correlate to the top of the draft and more (1:36). Plus, the guys start their team breakdowns with the Giants (24:33), Redskins (27:52), Cowboys (31:50) and Eagles (35:35).

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McShay Mock Draft 2.0

Tue, 6 Feb 2018 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss Todd's Mock Draft 2.0, the deepest positions in this year's draft, a Super Bowl LII recap and the guys answer your mailbag questions.

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Trade ramifications

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss the ripple effects of the Alex Smith trade (1:00), weigh in on what was learned at the Senior Bowl (19:15), debate the under-the-radar risers (33:48) and more.

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Calling Signals

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow examine the quarterbacks in this year's class, debate which teams have the biggest need at the position and much more.

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Mel's First Mock

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow break down the intricacies of Mel's first mock, explore some of the names you're less familiar with, discuss the QB rush and more.

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From The Top

Tue, 9 Jan 2018 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss the strategy at the top of the draft (10:45), look at some of the best non-quarterbacks in the class (31:00) and more.

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Happy New Year!

Tue, 5 Dec 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow kick off Draft season by examining some of the best QBs (3:30), RBs (22:30), Offensive tackles (29:00) and pass rushers (33:15) in this year's class.

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BONUS: 30 for 30 Season Two Sneak Peek

Mon, 30 Oct 2017 00:00:00 PDT

First Draft shares the trailer for Season Two of 30 for 30 Podcasts, launching November 14th, as well as one of our favorite episodes from Season One, Dan & Dave.

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Scot McCloughan, Former Redskins GM

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Former Redskins GM Scot McCloughan discusses what he's been up to, his thoughts on various QB & RB situations around the league, his thoughts on the 2018 QB class and more.

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Immediate Impact

Mon, 1 May 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss the draftees who will have the biggest immediate impact in the league, the best sleepers from the Draft and more.

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NFL Draft Conference Call

Mon, 1 May 2017 00:00:00 PDT

NFL Draft Conference Call with Mel Kiper Jr. & Todd McShay

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Make Your Head Explode

Mon, 24 Apr 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Chris Sprow and Todd McShay discuss the draft day decisions that could shock the NFL world, weigh in on "The Clean 7" and share their final analysis before Thursday's first round.

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NFL Draft Conference Call

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 00:00:00 PDT

NFL Draft Conference Call with Mel Kiper Jr.

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Like A Glove

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss the best fits for the top prospects in the draft. Plus, an in-depth explanation of why Mel's assessment of Jimmy Clausen is the reason for Cam Newton's success.

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NFL Draft Conference Call

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 PDT

NFL Draft Conference Call with Todd McShay

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Rising Up

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay & Chris Sprow discuss the players that have risen and fallen the most throughout the draft process. Plus, they chat with top prospect Myles Garrett.

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Three For The Win

Tue, 4 Apr 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss their top three players at each position and break down the draft strategy for the Falcons, Rams, Vikings & Patriots.

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The Comps

Thu, 30 Mar 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay & Chris Sprow discuss the best comparisons for the top players in the draft and break down the strategy for the Chiefs, Cowboys, Packers & Steelers.

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Don't Sleep On Me

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr, Todd McShay & Chris Sprow discuss the day 3 sleepers to keep an eye on and examine the draft strategy of the Giants, Raiders, Texans & Seahawks.

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Free Agency's Impact

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow examine free agency's impact on draft boards, go through Todd's latest mock and go in depth on the Bucs, Broncos, Lions & Dolphins.

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Combine Review

Wed, 8 Mar 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow share their biggest takeaways from the NFL Draft Combine and break down the strategy for the Eagles, Colts, Ravens and Redskins.

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Getting Defensive

Thu, 2 Mar 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss the best players at each defensive position and break down the Draft day strategy of the Bengals, Bills, Saints & Cardinals.

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The Best Around

Wed, 22 Feb 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss the best prospects at each offensive position and break down the draft strategy of the Titans, Jets, Chargers and Panthers.

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Back To Where They Once Belonged?

Thu, 16 Feb 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss potential landing spots for the top running backs in the draft and start their team-by-team breakdowns with Cleveland, San Francisco, Chicago and Jacksonville.

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QB Musical Chairs

Fri, 10 Feb 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow play "QB musical chairs," delve into Todd's latest mock draft and debate which team is most likely to reach for a quarterback early.

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Senior Citizens

Wed, 1 Feb 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow share their impressions from the Senior Bowl, discuss their evaluations for the quarterbacks in this year's draft and much more.

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Mel's First Mock

Fri, 20 Jan 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow examine Mel's first mock draft of the season and debate about the projections for several high-profile prospects.

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'16 And Counting

Wed, 4 Jan 2017 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper, Todd McShay and Chris Sprow explain how the biggest story in NFL Draft history came out of last year's picks, look ahead to the early-entries of 2017 and more.

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Todd's First Mock

Fri, 16 Dec 2016 00:00:00 PST

Todd McShay, Mel Kiper Jr. and Chris Sprow dig into Todd's first mock draft of the season and examine what all 32 teams could be looking to do come Draft day.

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First Glance

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 00:00:00 PST

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow dissect how the top of the draft order could take shape and debate the prospects those teams could be most keen on come draft day.

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Halfway There

Wed, 9 Nov 2016 00:00:00 PST

Chris Sprow, Todd McShay and Mel Kiper Jr. debate which rookies have been the most valuable so far, juniors who could have a big impact on the 2017 draft and much more.

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Crisis Du Jour

Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 PDT

Chris Sprow, Todd McShay and Mel Kiper Jr. discuss the best college environments, the poor QBs coming through the college pipeline, under-the-radar players to watch and more.

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The Ones

Wed, 5 Oct 2016 00:00:00 PDT

Chris Sprow, Todd McShay and Mel Kiper Jr., discuss and debate their top college teams and top NFL prospects at this point in the season.

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Stars Are Aligned

Wed, 21 Sep 2016 00:00:00 PDT

Chris Sprow, Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Travis Haney discuss the top prospects in each college conference and much more.

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First Impressions

Wed, 7 Sep 2016 00:00:00 PDT

Chris Sprow, Mel Kiper Jr., and Todd McShay discuss the rookies to watch on the eve of Week 1 and discuss the impact of opening week in college football on their big boards.

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The Next Generation

Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:00:00 PDT

Chris Sprow, Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Travis Haney discuss the breakout players, most loaded teams and other things to watch entering the 2016 season.

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Final Exam

Mon, 2 May 2016 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow discuss their favorite and least favorite draft classes, debate the best selections and pick their favorites for rookie of the year.

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Class Superlatives

Mon, 25 Apr 2016 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow nominate their superlatives for the 2016 draft class as the first round rapidly approaches.

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Don't Make THAT Mistake

Thu, 21 Apr 2016 00:00:00 PDT

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay and Chris Sprow weigh in on the Eagles-Browns trade and go through the mock of mistakes to avoid.

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