Big Blue Kickoff Live I April 10, 2026

·1 hr 3 min·5 clips

Why does Paul Dettino believe Texas Tech's David Bailey is the number one pass-rusher in the 2026 NFL Draft?

The episode begins with hosts Paul Dettino and Matt Sytek introducing the show and their guest, Texas Tech play-by-play announcer Brian Jensen. Jensen provides detailed analysis on Texas Tech's top NFL draft prospects, starting with edge rusher David Bailey, whom Dettino calls the best pure pass-rusher in the draft. Jensen discusses Bailey's dominance against top tackles and speculates he could be drafted as high as third overall, hinting the Dallas Cowboys might trade up for him. The conversation shifts to defensive tackle Lee Hunter, described as a powerful run-stuffer who could be a second-round target for the Giants. Jensen then covers linebacker Jacob Rodriguez, noting his rapid rise in draft boards due to his intelligence and playmaking, despite not having eye-popping physical traits. The hosts ask about other prospects like edge rusher Romello Height and wide receivers Reggie Virgil and Caleb Douglas. Jensen also mentions safety Wes Nesky as a sleeper pick. After the interview, the hosts take calls from listeners. Caller John from Cape Cod asks about preferences at pick five and brings up historical Giants linebacker Brad Van Pelt. Caller Nick from New Jersey proposes a trade-back scenario with the Cowboys, which the hosts debate. Caller Donnie from Queens expresses concern about the player crop at five, leading to a discussion about positional value, with Dettino citing Justin Tuck's view that versatile players like Sonny Stiles and Caleb Downs transcend traditional positional value. Caller Coach Marvin from Delaware emphasizes the importance of stopping the run and prefers Stiles or Downs at five. The hosts conclude by discussing the Giants' recent signing of guard Daniel Falele and how it might affect their draft strategy, leaning toward taking a defensive impact player at pick five to improve the run defense.

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A Giants draft hour gets a sharper edge from Brian Jensen and a textured Brad Van Pelt detour.

Big Blue Kickoff Live frames Giants draft needs through a Texas Tech point of view, with Brian Jensen bringing a program-level read on David Bailey after his three years at Stanford.

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You get Giants draft talk through a Texas Tech lens, then a Brad Van Pelt history detour in the same hour.

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