About this episode
Steven and Diante get ready for the start of the football calendar by analyzing and debating some of the most common clichés and trends NFL teams fall victim to when preparing for the draft. Don’t draft a running back in the first round (3:54) Don’t trade up (unless it’s a quarterback)(10:48) Wait to draft your wide receiver (18:01) Don't overuse the “generational prospect” label (23:14) Scout the player, not the helmet (28:01) Avoid the late breakout/older prospect (30:28) Beware the workout warrior (34:52) The 40-yard dash time is the best metric (41:13) There are no good linebacker prospects (44:55) Post-processing QB prospects (50:59) The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Steven Ruiz and Diante Lee Producer: Chris Sutton Social: Kiera Givens Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices