NFL Draft expert Dane Brugler has released The Beast with every predicted draft pick

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Dane Brugler's top draft prospect is Arvel Rees, but will the Jets take him at number two?

The episode begins with hosts Shan Shariff, RJ Choppy, and Bobby Belt briefly discussing Masters golf coverage before shifting to the main topic: Dane Brugler's NFL draft guide, The Beast. They note that Brugler, a draft analyst for The Athletic, released his annual rankings, which are highly anticipated in the draft community. The hosts explain that Brugler's guide was historically printed secretly using the Cowboys' mailroom printer, a fact now admitted since those involved are no longer employed there. They delve into Brugler's top 10 prospects, starting with Arvel Rees as the top player, followed by Jeremiah Love, Fernando Mendoza, Sonny Stiles, and Caleb Downs. The hosts provide over-under betting lines for each player's draft position, sparking debates about where they might land. They focus on how these rankings relate to the Dallas Cowboys, who hold picks 12 and 20 in the first round. Players like Caleb Downs, Mansour Delane, and David Bailey are identified as potential Cowboys targets. The conversation expands to include trade scenarios, particularly the possibility of acquiring Max Crosby from the Raiders, with discussions on what draft compensation might be required. The hosts also analyze lower-ranked prospects like Keldrick Falka and Colton Hood, speculating on whether the Cowboys might select them. Throughout, they share personal opinions on players, disagree on evaluations of cornerbacks like Revel, and engage with listener questions via text messages. The episode blends draft analysis with fan-centric speculation, emphasizing the Cowboys' needs and strategies.

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A Cowboys-focused top-ten draft run where prospect fits and over-under lines keep the discussion lively.

The episode finds its clearest lane once the board moves into Dallas territory. Mansour Delane is treated as a plausible Cowboys fit, with the discussion circling his route anticipation, coverage temperament, and inside-outside projection.

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You want Cowboys targets, Brugler's top ten, and over-under lines to argue with while the rankings roll by.

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