[FULL EPISODE] NFL Offseason Is Heating Up

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Brian Baldinger exposes a top NFL draft prospect who couldn't draw up a basic run play during a team interview.

The episode begins with hosts Carl Dukes, Brian Baldinger, and Jason La Canfora introducing the show's focus on NFL football and the recent combine. They discuss the combine's role as a networking event and medical evaluation hub, noting the deep defensive line and running back classes. Jason highlights how team doctors assess player health risks differently. Brian shares an anecdote about a top prospect failing to draw a run play in an interview, underscoring mental aspects. The conversation shifts to quarterback evaluations, with criticism of Shedeur Sanders for not throwing at the combine and concerns about Will Howard's performance. They debate the overall quarterback class, doubting any prospect can elevate a team like recent rookies. Travis Hunter's two-way potential is explored, with Brian suggesting starting him at cornerback and using him on offense in packages, while Jason discusses his commitment to football. The hosts analyze the Bengals' salary cap challenges, predicting a trade of Trey Hendrickson due to high costs for Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase. They compare this to the Eagles' successful cap management and emphasis on offensive line strength. The 49ers' trade of Deebo Samuel to the Commanders is examined, with Jason noting it helps San Francisco shed salary for Brock Purdy's contract. The episode concludes with a preview of free agency starting March 12th and ongoing draft coverage.

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A combine-driven look at the roster choices shaping young quarterbacks.

In The Huddle treats the combine as more than a stopwatch week, using it as the entry point for a wider look at how NFL teams make their next set of choices.

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