Kevin Clark and Patrick Daugherty rank the NFL’s best and worst GMs, including Howie Roseman, John Schneider, Chris Ballard, and the Jets’ “AI-first” approach, and explain why modern NFL front offices are smarter (and harder to evaluate) than ever before.

Plus: Super Bowl Radio Row horror stories, the Belichick/49ers roster-building paradox, why the Eagles keep proving everyone wrong, and which executives are under the most pressure heading into 2026.

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Mario Cristobal joins This Is Football for a deep dive into building NFL talent at Miami, navigating the NIL & transfer portal era, and why physical football is taking over college football again.

In this episode:

• How Miami rebuilt its NFL pipeline
• Developing first-round draft picks
• Coaching players in the NIL/portal era
• Why “hoarding talent” is over
• The changing balance of power in college football
• Thoughts on playoff expansion
• Mario’s philosophy on toughness, development, and competition

Cristobal also breaks down Miami’s recent NFL Draft stars, discusses the evolution of line-of-scrimmage football, and shares stories about Nick Saban, Jim Harbaugh, and assesses the future of the sport.

Featuring:

• Miami Hurricanes football
• NFL Draft discussion
• College football playoff talk
• NIL & transfer portal insight

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Kevin Clark is joined by Jordan Reid to break down the insanity of “way-too-early” draft discourse, debate the next wave of quarterbacks, and review some of the biggest instant-impact rookies from the 2026 class.

From Caleb Downs landing in Dallas to Sonny Styles in Washington, plus deep dives on underrated prospect, this one covers everything draft junkies love.

Topics covered:

• 2027 NFL Mock Draft reactions
• Arch Manning, CJ Carr, Dante Moore & QB projections
• Why “generational draft” talk gets exhausting
• Caleb Downs fit with the Cowboys
• Sonny Styles’ upside in Washington
• Texans building around their defense
• KC Concepcion to Cleveland
• Dolphins culture rebuild with Jacob Rodriguez

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Kevin Clark goes (alphabetically) through the teams that he believes won the 2026 NFL Draft. Hear why the Bengals have built a roster capable of contending in the AFC. Similarly, why the Cowboys have vaulted themselves into contention in the NFC with the additions they've made defensively. Plus: Why both New York teams should be thrilled with their hauls and how the Buccaneers followed the Eagles' playbook in adding to their roster.

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Kevin Clark recaps a wild first round of the NFL Draft. Hear why he's high on what the Giants were able to do on Thursday coming away with Arvell Reese & Francis Mauigoa. Also why Dallas' draft puts them in a position to compete for a Super Bowl in 2026. 

Plus, why Sonny Styles fell into a great situation with the Commanders and why he could become the best player in the draft. Kevin explains why he loves Jeremiyah Love as a prospect but doesn't love the fit in Arizona. That and more winners & losers from round 1 of the NFL Draft.

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Kevin is joined by Mina Kimes & Domonique Foxworth for a live mock draft, picks 22-32.

For picks 1-10, head over to The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny. For picks 11-21, check out the Domonique Foxworth Show!

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On the eve of the NFL Draft Kevin Clark interviews 4 prospects who figure to have bright futures in the NFL. Indiana WR Elijah Sarratt gives us his scouting report, detailing his journey from St. Francis to James Madison to winning a national championship at Indiana. Plus, his thoughts on what makes Curt Cignetti great and what he expects from Fernando Mendoza at the NFL level.

 Texas A&M OL Trey Zuhn takes us through his preparation as he heads to the NFL. Hear why Rueben Bain & Akeem Mesidor were his toughest assignments at the college level. Plus, what he's doing to improve and his scouting report on Cashius Howell.

 Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers joins the show fresh off his record setting performance at the NFL combine. Eli explains his transition from QB to TE and offers insight into playing with Diego Pavia. Plus, the Tight Ends he looks to for inspiration.

 Missouri LB Josiah Trotter tells us what he gleaned about being a professional from his father Jeremiah. Josiah explains what he'll bring to the NFL team that drafts him. Plus, why Texas A&M WR KC Concepcion was the best player he faced in college.

A reminder to check out Kevin's live show April 22nd in Pittsburgh with Mina Kimes & Domonique Foxworth at Enclave in South Side. Tickets are just $35 and come with free food, show merch and a post show meet and greet for everyone. Get your tickets at Thisisfootballlive.com now, and we hope to see you there! 

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Kevin Clark is joined by Chiefs GM Brett Veach ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. Brett details how signing Kenneth Walker will allow the Chiefs more versatility in the upcoming draft. Brett explains how the Chiefs have been able to find their identity throughout the year in previous seasons. Plus, the best prospect Brett has ever scouted and the GM he thinks twice before dealing with.

Then Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald joins to explain the difference between the 2025 and 2026 Seahawks. His pick for the most underrated player on Seattle's roster. Plus, the scheme change that he thinks has changed the NFL and why he's not losing sleep over any offensive play callers.

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Kevin Clark is joined by new Browns Head Coach Todd Monken to discuss his plan for turning the team around. Todd explains why he's adopted analytics into his coaching approach, what his brand of football will be offensively, and what he expects from Shedeur Sanders in year 2. Plus, why he underrated Stetson Bennett during his time at Georgia.

Then new Ravens Head Coach Jesse Minter joins to explains his football philosophy and what Ravens fans can expect to see in 2026. Why Jesse thinks Lamar Jackson will bounce back in a big way in 2026. Plus, why Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen has given him trouble throughout the years and an amazing story of what it's like to be on the same staff as Jim Harbaugh.

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Kevin Clark is joined by Buccaneers GM Jason Licht from the NFL Owners Meetings. Jason details why adversity is a part of Baker Mayfield's story and explains why he expects him to rebound in 2026. Jason spotlights why he expects Emeka Egbuka and Jalen McMillan to make a leap next season. Plus, the one scouting report Jason wants back from his career.

Then Panthers EVP Brandt Tillis joins the show. Brandt details what went into the team's decision to sign Jaelan Phillips this offseason to fill their need for an edge rusher. He explains the lessons he learned in Kansas City that have helped him in his transition to Carolina and how he's become a wizard in managing the rising cap. Plus, Panthers owner David Tepper briefly crashes the interview to rib Brandt about his decision to wear shorts.

A reminder to check out Kevin's live show April 22nd in Pittsburgh with Mina Kimes & Domonique Foxworth at Enclave in South Side. Tickets are just $35 and come with free food, show merch and a post show meet and greet for everyone. Get your tickets at Thisisfootballlive.com now, and we hope to see you there! 

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Kevin Clark is joined by new Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski at the NFL Owners Meeting. Coach gives his thoughts on what excites him about the players the team currently has. Hear why he thinks he can use Bijan Robinson similarly to how the 49ers use Christian McCaffrey. Stefanski shares the most underrated player he's ever coached plus the biggest schematic change in the NFL that's affected the game in the past few seasons.

Then Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan joins the show. Jon-Eric shares why he's confident Malik Willis will succeed in Miami and the lessons he learned from his time in Green Bay. Jon-Eric shares how roster building has changed since he started working in the NFL 22 years ago. Plus, why Brett Favre was the biggest bada** Jon-Eric has ever been around during his career.

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