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The NFL Draft is a year-round behemoth and we're here to bring you year-round coverage of the event every football fan cares about! Join CBS Sports senior draft expert Ryan Wilson, former NFL GM Ran Carthon and a cast of characters, as they dive deep into Mock Drafts, prospect & position rankings, stock watch, notable interviews and much more.

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In today’s episode, CBS Sports Lead Draft Analyst Ryan Wilson and Former NFL GM Ran Carthon go through their post-trade deadline 2026 NFL mock draft. The guys go through all 32 1st-round picks with trades for the current draft order in real time!

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On today’s episode, it's another Young Fella Wednesday! Ryan Wilson and former NFL GM Ran Carthon pick out players around the NFL and college football to go under the spotlight! They also react to Aidan Hutchinson agreeing to a 4-year, $180M extensio... more

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In today's episode we have your NFL Week 8 recap! Ryan Wilson is joined by former NFL GM Ran Carthon and CBS Sports Lead NFL Insider Jonathan Jones to break down the biggest storylines from Sunday's games. Packers dominate 2nd half to ruin Rodgers' r... more

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On today’s episode, it's another Young Fella Wednesday! Ryan Wilson and former NFL GM Ran Carthon pick out players around the NFL and college football to go under the spotlight!

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(4:05) Sawyer Robertson (Baylor) vs Josh Hoover (TCU)

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Hosts

Ryan Wilson
Co-host and senior draft expert, known for providing in-depth analysis and insights into NFL Draft prospects and strategies.
Ran Carthon
Former NFL GM and co-host, providing a veteran's perspective on player evaluations and team strategies.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 604 ratings
  • Smart analysis

    This is my go to podcast for draft coverage because of the NFL perspective and the intelligent and well informed commentary on the prospects.

    The player that I would like you to review is Jaderian Price from Notre Dame #24, the most underrated RB in College Football

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qsctbr
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast for NFL Draft Coverage!

    This is one of my favorite NFL draft podcasts. It’s been great learning from Ryan, Rick, and now Ran. Keep up the good work!

    I’d love for you guys to take a look at Vincent Anthony Jr. (DE - Duke), Jake Golday (LB - Cincinnati), Jaren Kanak (TE - Oklahoma), and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren (S - Toledo). Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bbeau1998
    United States2 months ago
  • 5 star review

    Question is it because they played early

    Why isn’t anyone talking about how USF qb just abused Boise st defense

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Foot from the Mac
    United States2 months ago
  • Where did he go to school

    In case you guys forgot some people just listen to this on a podcast, and therefore it might be helpful to actually tell us where a guy went to school

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mellison76
    United States4 months ago
  • Great show

    Show was great before and just as good now. Glad you were able to find another great gentle manager to take over. Both are lively and give it back to you but in different ways. And it’s fun to see. Question for the group. I understand the difference between a receiver who is 5 foot nine and receiver who is 6 foot four. This is obviously a big difference. But hearing people talk about how this receiver is a big receiver at 6 foot two and somebody my size which is 6 foot one is a little short to p... more

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    5
    Dominick PDominick Petrillo
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the expert analysis and insights provided by the hosts about NFL Draft prospects.
Fans appreciate the in-depth discussions about college football, showcasing a mix of humor and industry insights.
The engaging banter and camaraderie between the hosts contributes to an enjoyable listening experience.
Feedback includes concerns about audio quality in certain episodes, indicating room for improvement.

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#48
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#78
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Q: What do you think of Josh Hoover's performance?
Josh Hoover showcased impressive arm strength and accuracy despite tough playing conditions and was able to keep calm under pressure, showing great potential as an NFL quarterback.
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Q: Ran, what are your thoughts on Tua's comments about leadership?
It's worse because he's calling out his teammates instead of handling it in the locker room.
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Q: JJ, do you expect any pushback from the league regarding Brian Branch's slap?
No, I think there will be a fine but not much more.
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Q: Is Daniel Jones developing into a suitable quarterback under pressure in Indianapolis?
It appears that Daniel Jones is in a better situation that may allow him to thrive, but consistency and performance over the season will be necessary to solidify his role.

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