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Nate Tice & Matt Harmon reveal ten of their BOLDEST predictions to lock in the Take Vault for the 2026 NFL season. But first, the guys enter the ring of Philadelphia Eagles offense discourse as they give their thoughts on whether or not Jalen Hurts will adapt to new OC Sean Mannion’s scheme, plus their thoughts on the Las Vegas Raiders signing QB Kirk Cousins.

Next, Nate & Matt open up the Take Vault as they lock a few bold predictions for the season away in early April. Matt predicts Ty Simpson coming off the board early on draft night, a tough season for the Green Bay Packers, a potential big trade up for the Dallas Cowboys and a huge season for WR Ladd McConkey, while Nate forecasts a first-time MVP winner, a big bounce-back season for the Minnesota Vikings with new quarterback Kyler Murray, a successful 2026 for the Cowboys and C.J. Stroud solidifying himself among the top 10 NFL quarterbacks.

(4:20) - Can Jalen Hurts adapt to the new Eagles offense?

(19:55) - Raiders sign QB Kirk Cousins

(28:55) - The Take Vault: Ty Simpson, MVP, NFC North

(1:03:55) - The Take Vault: Cowboys, Ladd McConkey, C.J. Stroud

 

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Nate Tice is joined by QB expert Derrik Klassen to deep dive on the 2026 NFL Draft quarterback class. The two quarterback gurus start with the three prospects at the top of the class, as they break down the tape of Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza (and his potential fit with the Las Vegas Raiders), LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier and Alabama’s Ty Simpson to determine who’s worthy of a first-round pick.

Next, Nate and Derrik move down the board to some intriguing late day two or three signal callers like Miami’s Carson Beck, Drew Allar from Penn State and Combine star Taylen Green from Arkansas.

Finally, the guys wrap things up with a few late-round dart throws to keep an eye on, including Cole Payton, Luke Altmyer, Cade Klubnik, Jack Strand (representing D2) and more.

(2:15) - Fernando Mendoza deep dive

(19:10) - Ty Simpson vs. Garrett Nussmeier

(40:15) - Mid-tier QBs: Beck, Allar, Green

(1:03:45) - Late-round dart throws

 

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Will the Cleveland Browns start Deshaun Watson at quarterback in 2026? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson discuss the possibility, after diving into the fallout from stalled NFL referee negotiations. The crew also react to the Los Angeles Rams vocalizing interest in Kirk Cousins and addressing Puka Nacua’s latest controversy. Finally, Andrew and Charles react to Matt LaFleur’s low player survey grades before giving their “One More Thing” to close out the show.

(4:40) - NFL referee drama escalates

(14:10) - Browns news: Myles Garrett & Deshaun Watson

(22:30) - Will George Pickens attend Cowboys offseason program?

(32:40) - Rams make headlines: Kirk Cousins reunion & Puka Nacua’s maturity

(41:05) - Kyle Shanahan comments on international games

(50:20) - More news out of NFL owners meetings

(1:02:40) - One More Thing

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Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview the 2026 NFL linebacker, cornerback and safety draft classes. The guys kick things off with the linebackers, headlined by star prospect Sonny Styles, plus interesting guys with some flaws like CJ Allen and Anthony Hill Jr.

Next up is the cornerback class, which features a clear top four in Mansoor Delane, Jermod McCoy, Avieon Terrell and Colton Hood. Nate & Charles give their favorite guys a little further down the board and break down what makes this corner class unique.

The two hosts wrap things up with the safety class, which, in addition to can’t-miss prospect Caleb Downs, has some really interesting pick-your-poison prospects towards the end of round 1 and early day 2 like Dillon Thieneman and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren.

(3:05) - 2026 linebacker class deep dive

(30:10) - 2026 cornerback class deep dive

(1:04:50) - 2026 safety class deep dive

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When will Aaron Rodgers reach a decision on whether to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss the possibility after Mike McCarthy’s latest comments. Plus, the trio dives into the lates rule proposals in NFL officiating. Later, Andrew sits down with Bills OT Dion Dawkins to discuss the latest developments from Buffalo including how Joe Brady has taken command of the team as head coach. Closing out the show, the trio breaks down Ty Simpson’s draft stock, Maxx Crosby’s botched trade and so much more on today’s jam-packed episode!

(2:20) - NFL officiating changes looming

(22:10) - Aaron Rodgers to Steelers updates

(26:40) - Dion Dawkins talks new HC Joe Brady & officiating changes

(39:40) - Is Ty Simpson QB1?

(48:25) - How the Maxx Crosby trade fell apart

(54:45) - Joe Flacco on his desire to start again

(57:40) - One More Thing

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