On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Daniel Jeremiah and Gregg Rosenthal dive into “March Sadness” by breaking down how five NFL teams can bounce back despite not having a first round draft pick. With limited top tier draft capital, the pressure is on, so how do these franchises stay competitive and build for the future?

The guys take a team by team approach, offering strategies, roster insights, and potential moves that could help each organization maximize value and avoid falling behind.

If you are curious how teams navigate the draft without a Day 1 pick, or just want sharp NFL insight, this is an episode you do not want to miss.

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Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks are back on Move the Sticks with a packed episode hitting everything from college evaluations to NFL roster construction. The guys open with their reaction to the Fanatics Flag Football Game and what it revealed about the league’s push toward global growth. Then they dive into the latest buzz from NFL Pro Days before breaking down the rise of Alabama safety Caleb Downs and how his draft stock continues to climb. From there, DJ and Bucky look ahead at the New York Jets’ long‑term roster build and why 2027 could be the year everything comes together. The crew then goes division by division, naming the best offseason signing in every corner of the league. It’s a full tour around the NFL landscape with smart team‑building insight, draft perspective, and the kind of big‑picture analysis only DJ and Bucky deliver.

The Move the Sticks podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.

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Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks continue their evaluation of prospects ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. This time around, Bucky shares his Top 5 at every position group, with features including QB Garrett Nussmeier, RB Mike Washington Jr., WRs Carnell Tate and Zachariah Branch, LB Sonny Styles and more!

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Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks kick things off with the latest on Utah OL Spencer Fano, whose pro day helped quiet arm-length concerns after a better-than-expected measurement. Then, they react to the blockbuster move sending Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos, breaking down what it means for both sides and how it reshapes each team’s outlook. To close, the guys dig into the teams holding multiple first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, exploring the different strategies at play and how franchises can best leverage that kind of draft capital—whether it’s accelerating a rebuild or making an aggressive push toward contention.

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On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Daniel Jeremiah and Gregg Rosenthal talk about DJ's Mock Draft 3.0! Gregg checks the list up and down then gives his thoughts on how the board shakes out.

Gregg breaks down DJ’s picks, highlights the players he thinks teams will feel very good about on draft night, and points out the ones that might deserve a second look.

He also dives into the new names appearing in the mock, the prospects who dropped out, and which players could be climbing boards as the draft gets closer.

NOTE: This episode was taped before the Broncos traded for WR Jaylen Waddle

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Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks break down the quarterback carousel that has reshaped the NFL during the 2026 offseason. The guys analyze the biggest moves around the league, including Daniel Jones’ return to Indianapolis, Tua Tagovailoa’s fresh start in Atlanta, Kyler Murray’s intriguing fit in Minnesota and Justin Fields landing in Kansas City. Plus, DJ and Bucky examine which situations offer the best chance for success and what these moves could mean for teams heading into the 2026 season.

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Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks break down the Ravens’ decision to withdraw from their trade for Maxx Crosby and examine the ripple effects it could have for both teams moving forward. (0:38) Then, the guys run through an alternating mock draft of the first 14 picks, discussing how the early waves of free agency are shaping team needs and influencing each selection. (11:05)

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On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Daniel Jeremiah and Gregg Rosenthal break down the biggest moves from a wild free agency and explain what they mean for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Which teams filled their biggest needs? Which holes are still wide open heading into draft season? And how could these signings shift the demand for key positions like edge rusher and interior offensive line?

If you’re tracking the road to the 2026 NFL Draft, this episode will help you understand how free agency is already reshaping draft boards across the league.

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