NFL — 2026-03-26#
Watch First#
If you only have time for one video today, dive into Chris Simms’ full Episode 850 where he breaks down a rigorous Reddit study proving his QB draft evaluations over the last decade have statistically outperformed the NFL consensus. It’s a comprehensive, highly entertaining victory lap that also hits on the latest Patrick Mahomes throwing updates and evaluates an intriguing 2026 WR class.
Video Rundown#
Patrick Mahomes throwing; Simms vs. the NFL | Chris Simms Unbuttoned (FULL Ep. 850) · NFL on NBC This massive podcast covers everything from Mahomes’ insane rehab pace to the brutal travel logistics of the 49ers-Rams opener in Australia. The true highlight is Simms gloating over a deep Reddit analytics dive proving his pre-draft QB evaluations objectively beat the NFL draft consensus. Verdict: Must-watch.
🚨FIELD YATES’ 2-ROUND MOCK DRAFT🚨 Part 2 breakdown w/Mel Kiper Jr.! | First Draft🏈 · NFL on ESPN Field Yates and Mel Kiper Jr. rip through the entire second round of Yates’ latest mock draft, touching on key fits like LB C.J. Allen to the Bills and DT Kaden McDonald to the Raiders. The duo highlights multiple value picks, underscoring the massive depth in the defensive tackle and off-ball linebacker classes. Verdict: Must-watch.
Simpson’s draft stock, JSN’s extension + McConkey bounce-back? | Rotoworld Football Show (FULL) · NFL on NBC This episode scoffs at the manufactured Ty Simpson QB1 debate, pointing out his abysmal stats under pressure and failure to create out of structure. The hosts also pivot to dynasty assets, breaking down why JSN is the undisputed WR1 following his mega-extension and how Ladd McConkey is primed for a massive bounce-back year in Mike McDaniel’s motion-heavy Chargers offense. Verdict: Must-watch.
Will Patrick Mahomes be ready for Week 1? | The Insiders · NFL The Insiders break down Patrick Mahomes throwing just three months post-ACL/LCL surgery. Despite the optimistic visuals of his seven-hour daily rehab, the crew smartly notes that returning for Week 1 remains a highly aggressive timeline, validating Kansas City’s move to acquire Justin Fields for early-season insurance. Verdict: Worth a look.
Garrett Nussmeier joins the show! | The Insiders · NFL Garrett Nussmeier discusses his meteoric rise up draft boards following an impressive pro day and Senior Bowl MVP performance. He candidly details retraining his mechanics from the ground up with 3DQB after a bizarre abdominal injury tanked his 2025 season. Verdict: Must-watch.
Evaluating Ty Simpson after the Alabama Pro Day | The Insiders · NFL Lance Zierlein and Stacy Dales try to cut through the heavy draft hyperbole surrounding Ty Simpson. While his physical tools are intoxicating, Zierlein notes that his tape was highly inconsistent, emphasizing that Simpson desperately needs to land with a patient organization and a top-tier play-caller. Verdict: Must-watch.
Breaking down the Ohio State Pro Day | The Insiders · NFL Stacy Dales and Bucky Brooks evaluate the elite talent on display at Ohio State’s pro day. The highlight is hybrid linebacker Sonny Styles, who is drawing mouth-watering comparisons to Fred Warner and Kyle Hamilton after an elite combine showing. Verdict: Worth a look.
What to expect from Caleb Williams and HC Ben Johnson in second year together | ‘GMFB’ · NFL The GMFB crew heaps praise on the Bears’ duo of Caleb Williams and head coach Ben Johnson heading into their second year. The table predicts Williams will thrust himself squarely into the MVP conversation after establishing himself as one of the league’s most clutch quarterbacks down the stretch last season. Verdict: Worth a look.
Who is the favorite in the NFC North? | ‘GMFB’ · NFL A heated debate erupts over the NFC North hierarchy, with cases made for the Lions bouncing back to first place after a tumultuous nine-win season. Meanwhile, a spicy contrarian take floats Kyler Murray and the Vikings as potential dark horse division winners if Kevin O’Connell works his quarterback magic. Verdict: Worth a look.
Celebrating Women’s History Month: Erin Fong · NFL This feature profiles Erin Fong, the first Asian female artist selected to design the Super Bowl theme art. Fong details her journey and letterpress process for Super Bowl LX, creating 60 unique prints that honor the host city of San Francisco. Verdict: Skip.
Bucky Brooks’ Mock Draft 3.0 Breakdown · NFL Bucky Brooks defends his latest Mock Draft, which notably features Fernando Mendoza going first overall and Caleb Downs sparking debate by landing in Washington at number seven. The segment dives deep into how the NFL uses advanced GPS tracking and color-coded reporting over raw combine numbers, shifting the modern scouting paradigm. Verdict: Must-watch.
HOW MANY teams could want to draft Ty Simpson? 👀 Jeremy Fowler has NO IDEA… | NFL Live · NFL on ESPN The panel reacts to Ty Simpson’s sharp Alabama pro day, dissecting his potential draft range of 10 to 32. With a private workout scheduled for the Jets, the crew maps out scenarios where teams like Arizona or Cleveland might trade back into the late first round to snag him. Verdict: Worth a look.
What the Eagles’ offseason moves say about a potential A.J. Brown trade 🧐 | NFL Live · NFL on ESPN Adam Schefter reports that the Eagles have been listening to offers for A.J. Brown but refuse to move him unless blown away, pointing to June 1st as the likely pivot point due to cap implications. The panel debates the logic of trading him, concluding that despite the sideline drama, Philly should hold onto their elite wideout to support Jalen Hurts. Verdict: Must-watch.
Why has Dan Orlovsky’s take on Ty Simpson created such uproar? | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Mike Florio and Chris Simms unpack the firestorm surrounding Dan Orlovsky ranking Ty Simpson over Fernando Mendoza. Simms strongly disagrees, declaring Mendoza a nearly flawless prospect while pointing to Simpson’s size and inconsistencies as glaring red flags. Verdict: Must-watch.
Analyzing ‘fascinating’ dynamic with Dan Orlovsky’s Ty Simpson take | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Florio pulls back the curtain on the sports media machine, alleging that Orlovsky’s Ty Simpson evaluation could have been heavily influenced by mutual CAA representation. It’s a raw, fascinating breakdown of how agents plant seeds with high-profile media judges to manipulate draft stock. Verdict: Must-watch.
Did Joe Flacco or Matt Ryan have a better NFL playing career? | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC With Joe Flacco still slinging it in 2026, the PFT guys debate his legacy versus Matt Ryan’s. Simms argues that Flacco’s raw physical dominance, massive arm, and clutch 2012 playoff run make him the better pure player in his prime despite Ryan’s superior regular-season stats. Verdict: Worth a look.
Will NFL ever get full-time officials as CBA talks with NFLRA stall | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Florio scorches the NFL for demanding peak performance from officials while stubbornly refusing to make them full-time employees. He calls it an absolute embarrassment that a multi-billion dollar league is flirting with a referee lockout and potential replacement refs rather than paying up for basic operational integrity. Verdict: Must-watch.
Bengals’ Joe Flacco: Teams ‘dumb’ for not signing me as starter | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Reacting to Flacco’s comments that teams are “dumb” for not making him a starter, Simms completely backs the 41-year-old veteran. Simms claims he’d rather start Flacco right now than an older Aaron Rodgers, praising Flacco for signing with Cincinnati where Joe Burrow’s reckless playing style almost guarantees backup snaps. Verdict: Worth a look.
CBA talks between league, referees association hit standstill | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC An update on the dire labor talks between the NFL and the Referees Association, which collapsed after less than a day. Florio blasts the NFL’s PR strategy of leaking negative spin to ESPN, urging the referees to fight back in the public sphere to sway fan opinion. Verdict: Worth a look.
Chris Simms’ 2026 draft linebacker rankings: Ohio State leads way | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Simms anoints Ohio State’s Arvell Reese as his definitive LB1, marveling at his violent play style and ability to dominate in the trenches. He praises this linebacker class as the deepest in recent memory, placing Sonny Styles at LB2 and noting both are locked-in top-ten picks. Verdict: Must-watch.
Are Lions’ Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes in ‘total lockstep’? | Pro Football Talk | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Addressing rumors of a front-office rift, the PFT crew shuts down the narrative that Dan Campbell and GM Brad Holmes are clashing over roster construction. While acknowledging the stress of dropping from the NFC’s one seed to a nine-win disappointment, they argue minor internal disagreements are normal and Detroit remains a loaded contender. Verdict: Worth a look.
Ashton Jeanty will thrive in ‘functional’ Raiders offense | Fantasy Football Happy Hour | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Matthew Berry aggressively backs Ashton Jeanty, vaulting him to RB6 overall due to the Raiders’ massive offensive line upgrades and new play-caller Clint Kubiak. The crew unanimously prefers Jeanty over Kenneth Walker, citing Jeanty’s elite volume and receiving upside alongside expected rookie QB Fernando Mendoza. Verdict: Must-watch.
Roster changes dent De’Von Achane, Bucky Irving’s outlook | Fantasy Football Happy Hour | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Berry places De’Von Achane squarely on his fantasy hate list, citing Miami’s offensive rebuild and Malik Willis’s historical refusal to check the ball down to running backs. Bucky Irving also takes a major hit after the Buccaneers added Kenneth Gainwell, muddying the backfield and severely capping Irving’s touchdown equity. Verdict: Must-watch.
George Pickens, Mike Evans poised for great usage in 2026 | Fantasy Football Happy Hour | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC The fantasy crew loves George Pickens returning to Dallas, projecting another monster season given the intact offensive continuity around Dak Prescott. They are equally hyped for Mike Evans in San Francisco, predicting he’ll feast on red-zone targets from Brock Purdy as the true boundary X-receiver the offense lacked last year. Verdict: Worth a look.
Can Kyler Murray return to fantasy relevance with Vikings | Fantasy Football Happy Hour | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Kyler Murray lands in an absolute dream scenario in Minnesota under Kevin O’Connell. With elite weapons like Justin Jefferson and T.J. Hockenson, Berry ranks Murray as a top-12 QB and considers it the ultimate dynasty landing spot to resurrect his career. Verdict: Must-watch.
Is 2026 AFC West best quarterback division of all time? | Chris Simms Unbuttoned | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Simms wrestles with the idea that the AFC West—boasting Patrick Mahomes, Justin Herbert, Bo Nix, and now Fernando Mendoza—might be the best quarterback division ever assembled. While he stops short of crowning it the all-time best, he agrees it is unquestionably the strongest current QB division in football. Verdict: Skip.
Chase Daniel compares Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson ahead of draft | Dan Patrick Show | NFL on NBC · NFL on NBC Former QB Chase Daniel vehemently disagrees with Dan Orlovsky’s ranking of Ty Simpson over Fernando Mendoza. Daniel criticizes Simpson’s massive drop-off in play midway through his only starting season and firmly places Mendoza at QB1, noting Mendoza’s legendary big-game performances. Verdict: Must-watch.
League Pulse#
The 2026 draft news cycle is completely hijacked by a fierce, manufactured debate over whether Alabama’s Ty Simpson deserves to usurp Fernando Mendoza as the QB1. Meanwhile, the looming crisis between the NFL and the Referees Association threatens to derail the season opener with replacement officials if a new CBA isn’t reached soon. On the injury front, Patrick Mahomes’ hyper-aggressive ACL recovery has him throwing again at the three-month mark, though Kansas City is smartly keeping Justin Fields ready as insurance.