Scouting the League

The First Domino- Justin Fields and the Bears? How the QBs shake out in the 2024 and more with Greg Gabriel

Everyone is waiting on Justin Fields and the Bears to see where the 2024 Draft direction really goes - so we invited longtime NFL Scout and Chicago Bear Greg Gabriel to discuss this, and more.  What do we think of Justin Fields - can you win with him?  Where do the Bears go in the Draft and Free Agency?  Plus, a host of QBs including presumptive #1 Caleb Williams are discussed.  Where we disagree on JJ McCarthy, why Jayden Daniels is special, Drake Maye super consistent and do Penix and Nix belong in the conversation?  Insight from a man with over 30 years in the NFL - you will not want to miss today's episode.

The Transfer Portal - The Beast it has become with Oscar Monnier

From 2019 to today the Transfer Portal has changed and evolved.  Oscar Monnier has seen it first hand at Northwestern, Oregon, Stanford, Duke and Texas A&M.  We dive into the portal, how it has changed, how it has to be managed, and some of the headaches involved.  Just a preview of the conversation Oscar and co-host, Neil Stratton, will have at next weeks Inside the League Symposium at the NFL Combine.  First hand insight into the portal with someone who has been on the inside.  Check out insidetheleague.com for more information on the symposium.

The GOAT says the game has changed, plus SB recap and more with Guest James White

The Chiefs edge the 49ers in what was nearly the first ever 2 overtime Super Bowl.  We discuss what we saw and what we thought? Overtime rules and strategy-is it being blown out of proportion?  Plus Tom Brady has not been been shy when discussing how the NFL has gotten “mediocre” - coaching, development and rule changes all leading the way.  Special Guest and former teammate of Brady, James White, Joins Neil and Rodrik to discuss all this and more.

All Star Games done, Scouting Meetings Now, Combine Next - all you need to know with guest Blake Beddingnfield

The East/West Shrine Game and Reese's Senior Bowl have wrapped up, players have hopefully helped themselves through the process, but what does it all mean for their draft status.  We have 19 year scouting veteran Blake Beddingfield on to discuss it all.  On field play, interviews and what comes next.  How does this all carry into February Meetings and what comes  out of  these meetings?  Analytics -  what is their role?  Combine - Pro  Days - Get ready because the draft process just rolls along.  Plus, the hiring cycle is about wrapped up, what are our thoughts.  Super Bowl Predictions.  And More!

Onn Site at the Senior Bowl - what does the game really mean to Scouts? And James Kirkland on to discuss the NCAA and changing landscape

From under the bleachers at Hancock Whitney Stadium and the 2024 Reese's Senior Bowl we discuss all things football.  Changes to front offices in New York and Pittsburgh as well as a Raven going from one Harbaugh to the other.  Can guys really stand out in a short week and who are guys that Rodrik and James remember from past Senior Bowls.  Then, as a member of the NCAA administration offices, James Kirkland talks about the NCAA Division 1 Plan and what it will mean for college athletics, specifically, college football.  A long time member of football programs at both the NCAA and NFL level, how his unique perspective and background will help lead to the right solution.  

Jimmy Noel is back to discuss College Personnel, Recruiting, The Portal, NCAA Changes and so much more

Special Guest Jimmy Noel is back to discuss all things college football.  How has recruiting changed, where does the transfer portal factor in and how does NIL really affect the landscape.  We dive into Dylan Raiola and what he liked about his film along with how Nebraska is going to be back in the national conversation.  Plus - what did we see in the NFL this last weekend and what are predictions for the Conference Championships.  The Raiders and Panthers have their GM's in place; how will it affect each franchise.  Why relationship matters between the HC and the GM.   So much packed in to this episode - you will not want to miss it.  

Special Guest Jimmy Noel - life with the Browns and Chiefs. What makes John Dorsey Special? Stories from the Draft Room

Special Guest Jimmy Noel joins Neil and Rodrik and discusses his time with 2 iconic franchises in the Cleveland Browns and Kansas City Chiefs.  What was special about both places and how they operated.  Working with John Dorsey, and how he successfully drafted and managed players with questionable off field character.  Drafting Baker Mayfield and talking some Josh Allen.  Then we get into the coaching cycle - what this movement is going to mean for coaching staffs and front offices.  Is Eliot Wolf next in New England - or elsewhere?  Insight you will not hear anywhere else.  

Those who stay will be Champions - A Dominant Title and what it could be for Harbaugh. Special Guest Russ Bolinger

Those who stay will be Champions!  Blake Corum, Donovan Edwards and a filthy defense made sure that was the case for the Michigan Wolverines.  We dive into the UM program with Michigan Resident, former NFL player and longtime NFL Scout Russ Bolinger.  The unique personalities in the Wolverine program and what we think it means for Jim Harbaugh's future.  Plus, dive into the coaching changes in Tennessee, potential changes in New England and what teams are dealing with through the process.  Insight you will not hear anywhere else.  

CFP Semifinal Review, Championship preview, plus QB’s in the first round and how scouts use comparisons

Great CFP Semi-final games lead to Washington vs Michigan for the big trophy.  We dive into both games, the players and who helped themselves plus we preview the championship game and what we both expect.  Plus, with a deep QB draft and movement expected for April, who do we see rising and falling through the process and where it will all shake out.  Owners picks?  New Offensive Coordinators?  Historical comparisons and when/do they matter for a prospects profile.  Scouting perspective you will not hear anywhere else.

All Star Games - Why they matter and what comes next. Plus - NY6 previews, fun stories and more.

The Big 2, Reese's Senior Bowl and the East/West Shrine Game, along with the CGS, Tropical, Hula and HBCU Legacy bowl are fast approaching.  So, how do NFL teams treat these?  What are the most important aspects and what are some of the great stories from a scout that has been to nearly every one.  Along with Neil Stratton of Inside the League, Rodrik David discusses what elements of each game is most important, or important at all.  Plus, New Years 6 Bowl game previews and more.  Scouting perspective you will not hear anywhere else.