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Garret, Andrew, and Jagger transform into NFL general managers for a complete first-round mock draft covering all 32 picks, and the results spark immediate controversy. Fernando Mendoza predictably goes first overall to the Raiders, but the chaos begins at pick two when Jagger selects safety Caleb Downs for the Jets instead of trading back. The quarterback-desperate teams face brutal decisions with only three signal-callers selected: Mendoza at one, Ty Simpson to the Jets at 16, and Garrett Nussmeier to the Rams at 29 in Jagger's boldest call of the draft.

Garret prioritizes trenches for the Browns, selecting Francis Mauigoa at six and Olaivavega Ioane at 24 to rebuild Cleveland's decimated offensive line. The wide receiver class scatters throughout the first round with Carnell Tate landing in Tennessee at four to pair with Cam Ward, Jordyn Tyson to New Orleans at eight, and Denzel Boston falling to Buffalo at 26 after Jagger admits he "re-reviewed the tape" and raised his grade. The most dynasty-relevant selection lands at 19 when Carolina selects tight end Kenyon Sadiq to provide Bryce Young another weapon alongside Tetairoa McMillan, creating what the crew agrees is a "hand-in-glove fit" for the rebuilding Panthers.

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00:00 Start

03:05 Raiders: Fernando Mendoza

04:00 Jets: Caleb Downs

04:27 Cardinals: Zion Young

05:02 Titans: Carnell Tate

05:51 Giants: Reuben Bain Jr.

06:22 Browns: Francis Mauigoa

08:12 Commanders: Arvell Reese

09:00 Saints: Jordyn Tyson

10:02 Chiefs: Jeremiyah Love

10:50 Bengals: Mansoor Delane

11:40 Dolphins: Makai Lemon

13:31 Cowboys: Sonny Styles

14:03 Rams: Jermod McCoy

15:04 Ravens: David Bailey

15:40 Buccaneers: Avieon Terrell

17:07 Jets: Ty Simpson

19:13 Lions: Kadyn Proctor

20:25 Vikings: Peter Words

22:17 Panthers: Kenyon Sadiq

23:21 Cowboys: Spencer Fano

24:30 Steelers: Caleb Lomu

25:26 Chargers: Keldric Faulk

26:04 Eagles: Cashius Howell

26:43 Browns: Olaivavega Ioane

27:39 Bears: Caleb Banks

28:19 Bills: Denzel Boston

31:41 49ers: TJ Parker

33:45 Texans: Monroe Freeling

35:02 Rams: Garrett Nussmeier

36:42 Broncos: Kayden McDonald

37:57 Patriots: KC Concepcion

40:25 Seahawks: Jacob Rodriguez

42:19 Draft Recap
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Rich, Matt, and Garret bring their first regular mailbag episode to the main podcast feed, and the Nerd Herd questions deliver spicy debates on every dynasty topic imaginable. The crew kicks off with underrated music recommendations before diving into whether aging veterans like AJ Brown, Jaylen Waddle, and Dak Prescott are worth a late 2027 first-round pick for rebuilding teams. Rich drops the hammer: anyone 27 years or older right now should be moved for future draft capital before the 2027 class becomes completely untouchable.

The most controversial take surfaces when Garret reveals he ranks both Sam Darnold and Daniel Jones ahead of C.J. Stroud in dynasty, citing Daniel Jones's 18.0 points per game versus Stroud's 15.5 this past season. The crew debates whether Jones's Achilles recovery and the Colts trading two first-round picks for him creates a buying opportunity at depressed prices. Meanwhile, the quarterback rankings segment produces fireworks as all three hosts agree Drake Maye sits alone at the top, but Garret and Matt lean toward Caleb Williams over Jayden Daniels due to injury concerns despite Daniels finishing as fantasy's QB7 on a points per game basis. Rich emphasizes the 2028 draft class as the pivot target for rebuilders unable to acquire 2027 picks.

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00:00:00 Start

00:03:00 Random Fun Question

00:10:29 Players to Trade Away for a 1st

00:20:51 Sell Low on CJ Stroud?

00:29:21 Mendoza at 1.02 in a 10 Team League?

00:34:35 FFPC

00:37:20 FastDraft

00:39:21 Dealing With Reluctant Trading Partners

00:45:56 AJ Brown or the 1.05?

00:48:12 Ranking Sophmore QBs

00:56:01 Mendoza or WRs in Rookie Draft?
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Rich, Garret, and Matt reveal the statistical thresholds that separate dynasty hits from busts across all four positions. Garret breaks down years of historical data to show exactly which benchmarks predict long term success, and the numbers are shockingly consistent. Quarterbacks who hit 17 points per game in their first two seasons become franchise cornerstones 67% of the time, while running backs without 30 receptions in their first two years have under a 5% success rate. The data gets even more brutal for wide receivers.

First round wide receivers who fail to reach 500 yards as rookies almost never recover, with only four outliers since 2010. Travis Hunter managed just 300 yards with injury issues, while Matthew Golden didn't reach the mark either despite staying healthy all season. The crew debates whether to sell now for 70 cents on the dollar before values crater completely. Meanwhile, Jaxson Dart already cleared the 17 PPG quarterback threshold at 17.3, while Cam Ward fell short at 11 despite second half improvements. Rookie tight ends Tyler Warren and Harold Fannin both finished top six, joining the elite club that includes only Kelce, Kittle, and Gronkowski. The data suggests these aren't just guidelines but predictive indicators dynasty managers should treat as gospel when making trades.

00:00:00 Start

00:04:23 Important QB Stats

00:23:53 Important RB Stats

00:33:57 FastDraft

00:37:07 FFPC

00:38:39 Important WR Stats

00:48:06 Important TE Stats
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Garret Price and Andrew Mott tackle dynasty's toughest question: how do you rank proven 2025 rookies against unknown 2026 prospects? The duo ranked their combined top 29 players across both classes, revealing Jaxson Dart as the overall QB1 and Jeremiah Love as the lone 2026 player cracking the elite tier alongside Omarion Hampton, Ashton Gentry, and Tetairoa McMillan. But the real fireworks came in the middle rounds.

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00:00 Start

03:49 S Tier

09:36 A Tier

12:23 Dynasty Nerds Film Room

13:37 A Tier Continued

14:59 B Tier

20:29 C Tier

25:55 D Tier

37:22 E Tier

38:14 F Tier
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The 2026 Senior Bowl delivered underwhelming buzz compared to previous years, but Jagger May and Andrew Mott still found breakout performers and concerning tape. Mike Washington Jr. jumped to RB3 in Jagger's rankings with his 228-pound frame and receiving ability, while D3 sensation Tyren Montgomery from John Carroll measured in at 5'11" and impressed despite the competition level. The biggest surprise? This weak draft class is elevating prospects who simply did what they were supposed to do.

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Garrett Nussmeier won MVP honors and reminded everyone why he was projected as a top quarterback prospect despite LSU's messy season. Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech showed sideline-to-sideline speed with elite coverage skills, while Missouri edge rusher Zion Young earned defensive MVP. Indiana's Kaelon Black impressed with his 500-pound squat translating to downhill thumping ability, while Oklahoma's Jaydn Ott moved from undrafted territory to day three consideration.

Diego Pavia measured in at just 5'9" and showed inconsistent mobility, likely dropping to undrafted status. Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green has the physical tools at 6'6" and 229 pounds but showed poor decision-making. Nick Singleton suffered a broken foot, eliminating combine testing and potentially ending his draft hopes entirely after production already dipped at Penn State. The crew emphasizes that all film breakdowns are available in the Dynasty Nerds Film Room for deeper evaluation.

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00:00 Start

00:59 Mike Washington Jr. RB, Arkansas

07:35 Tyren Montgomery WR, John Carroll

13:55 Film Room

14:47 Jacob Rodriguez LB, Texas A&M

20:25 Garrett Nussmeier QB, LSU

23:55 Jaydn Ott RB, Oklahoma

27:39 Kaelon Black RB, Indiana

36:18 Zion Young EDGE, Mizzou

38:27 Diego Pavia QB, Vanderbilt

41:49 Taylen Green QB, Arkansas

45:23 Nick Singleton RB, Penn State

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