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BlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #170: Host in WaitingAlex is joined by Brendan Bolan while Ed Hunt is on vacation. We are talking about whether Matthew Stafford makes the Rams a Super Bowl contender. Will Aaron Rodgers return to the Packers. We also list our top team in the NFC and the AFC. We both praise the Browns, but Alex has major questions about Baker Mayfield. The Bucs look like the favorites in the NFC again this year. The Broncos have a good roster, but the QB situation makes the guys uneasy. Who will be the starting QB for Denver - Drew Lock or Teddy Bridgewater.2021-07-1640 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #169: Defending All BloggersOn today's BlitzCast, Alex and Ed look at Oregon edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux. Is he a top 3 prospect in next year's draft? Ed looks at some of his weaknesses. We preview the 2022 WR class. Which wideout is the top dog going into the season. A couple of Buckeyes, a Georgia Bulldog and a USC Trojan make the list. We talk about the top 5 NFL defenses heading into next season. The guys come to an agreement that the Browns are No.1. Also Ed reveals his Twitter feud that he has gotten into recently and he sticks up for all of the...2021-07-0937 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #168: No.1 PickOn this episode, Alex and Ed look at Oklahoma QB Spencer Rattler under the scouting microscope. We believe he is the frontunner for the No.1 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. We list some NFL breakout players. We look at OROY and DROY favorites. Ed is very high on Steelers RB Najee Harris while Alex is a big believer in Broncos RB Javonte Williams. We were very impressed by the Round of 16 games at Euro 2020. Does Montreal have a shot to get back in the series against Tampa Bay. Big shoutout to the Suns for making the NBA finals.2021-07-0242 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #167: Run or PassEd reveals his rankings for his top 5 NFL teams right now. There are some huge arguments that occur. Do the Titans deserve to be in the top 5 with the Julio Jones trade. Will they become more of a pass happy team next season. The Bills are missing from the list and Alex has a huge problem with it. Will Matthew Stafford live up to the hype and take the Rams deep into the playoffs. Ed is a Stafford believer and Alex is very skeptical of it. Also we look at teams that will surprise and disappoint in CFB. Freshmen that...2021-06-2548 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #166: Browns BelieversWe are talking Cleveland Browns with Brendan Bolan. The expectations are through the roof for the Dawg Pound nation. He discusses Baker Mayfield, OBJ's future with the team and where Nick Chubb rates among Browns all-time RB's. What has Kevin Stefanski brought to the table. The Browns might have the most talented roster in the league. Are they Super Bowl bound. Also Alex and Ed name their most surprising and most disappointing NFL team for next season and which signal caller is the Heisman frontrunner.2021-06-2137 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #165: Ultimate Draft TeamOn today's show, Ed and Alex pick their ultimate draft team. They select players in round robin style that presented the best value in each round of this year's draft. Ed selected his favorite QB in Zach Wilson in the first round and then picked up a couple of O-linemen in the later rounds. Alex stole a couple of players which Ed wanted, but he returned the favor in the seventh round. Also Julio Jones discussion breaks out and Ed believes the Titans are the clear cut favorites in the AFC South. Can the Titans challenge the Chiefs in the...2021-06-1539 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #164: Receiving PraiseEd and Alex are recapping the NFL Draft for AFC and NFC East teams. The Dolphins, Pats and Jets receive high marks. Ed praises the Dolphins draft as a whole. The Pats get their QB of the future. GM Joe Douglas has a plan in place for the NY Jets that he is executing to perfection. The Bills future is bright with John Allen at the helm. The Cowboys upgraded their LB and CB positions through the draft. While the Giants and Eagles found some playmakers at the WR position in the first round. Can anyone stop the Lightning in...2021-06-0436 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #163: Destination UnknownOn today's episode, we focus on the draft selections by the AFC and NFC South teams. We are critical of the Colts draft as a whole. Ed believes that the Jaguars had a good overall draft and are bringing a winning mentality to Jacksonville. Alex believes that the Tim Tebow signing is a joke. Texans chose a QB out of Stanford in the third round. Saints and Bucs also drafted QB's of the future. We also breakdown the NHL playoffs. Ed is high on the Las Vegas Knights and the Boston Bruins while Alex believes that the Lightning will repeat.2021-05-2941 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #162: It's a JokeOn today's episode, we focus on the draft selections by the AFC and NFC South teams. We are critical of the Colts draft as a whole. Ed believes that the Jaguars had a good overall draft and are bringing a winning mentality to Jacksonville. Alex believes that the Tim Tebow signing is a joke. Texans chose a QB out of Stanford in the third round. Saints and Bucs also drafted QB's of the future. We also breakdown the NHL playoffs. Ed is high on the Las Vegas Knights and the Boston Bruins while Alex believes that the Lightning will repeat.2021-05-2540 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #161: Allergy SeasonThe guys breakdown the draft selections for the AFC and NFC North divisions on today's show. Alex and Ed come to an agreement that the Lions were the big winners after the NFL Draft. Justin Fields is the big wildcard that can make a big splash in Chicago as a rookie and save Matt Nagy's job. Alex is also high on the Panthers and the Browns coming into the 2021 season and he makes his strong case for both teams. Tim Tebow is making a comeback as a TE and is expected to get another shot to join Urban Meyer in...2021-05-1441 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #160: Retirement is in the CardsOn this latest episode, Ed and Alex look at their winners and losers in the 2021 NFL Draft. The Patriots finally had a great draft. What were the best picks on Day two. Which teams reached in round 1. Who will start opposite of TJ Watt. The temperature rose up a notch when our guys debated who will be a better fit for the Steelers - Alex Highsmith or rookie Quincy Roche. What can we expect from Aaron Rodgers. Will he be back in Green Bay. Will he get traded to the Broncos or will he just ride off into the sunset.2021-05-1144 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #159: Making the PicksOn this edition of BlitzCast, Alex and Ed go back and forth and make all of their selections for the first round in the 2021 NFL Draft. Alex makes the QB pick for the Niners at No.3 and Ed predicts what the Steelers will do with the No.24 selection. We have five QB's go off the board in the first 12 picks. We have plenty of O-linemen drafted in the first round. We think two running backs will come off the board in the opening round. Surprise pick for the Dolphins at No.6. We also rekindle our favorite NFL Draft memory.2021-04-2943 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #157: Ultimate Selection ShowOn this episode, Alex and Ed make the ultimate predictions for the 2021 NFL Draft after putting in a lot of work in the film room throughout the entire year. We list our favorite, most overrated and underrated prospects at each position. Who is the best player in this year's draft regardless of the position. Would you draft Trevor Lawrence or Zach Wilson at QB. How do our guys feel about LSU WR Ja'Marr Chase or Michigan edge rusher Kwity Paye. Which team is most likely to trade up or trade down in the first round.2021-04-1959 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #156: Quarterbacks PartyWe are talking Quarterbacks in the 2021 NFL Draft on today's show. Ed is impressed by Alabama QB Mac Jones and has Zach Wilson from BYU as his No.1 QB on the board. Alex likes SMU QB Shane Buechele as a day 3 prospect. We are discussing the Sam Darnold trade to the Panthers. Who won this trade? Also Appalachian State signal caller Zac Thomas joins the guys to talk about his Pro Day performance. He reveals why he chose the Mountaineers out of high school and a favorite memory from his college career.2021-04-1056 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #155: Generational ProspectOn this edition of BlitzCast, Ed and Alex look at the defensive linemen in this NFL Draft. Ed reveals his draft crush for a certain DT and his affection for a pair of DL from USC. Alex mentions an edge rusher who he believes is vastly overrated. Which QB will the Niners select with the No.3 pick. Alex makes a strong case for all three QB's including Fields, Lance and Jones. Ed believes that Justin Fields makes the most sense for San Francisco. We also discuss the latest Pro Days. LSU WR Ja'Marr Chase and Florida TE Kyle Pitts shine...2021-04-061h 04BlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #153: Perfect LinebackerOn today's show, we are talking LB's in the 2021 NFL Draft. Alex and Ed disagree on a ton of prospects. We also discuss the latest NFL FA signings and Drew Brees hanging up his cleats. Also NFL draft prospect QB Kevin Thomson is the guest this week. He talks about the adversity that he faced during his career. His draft preparation in New Jersey and Colorado, hitting the all-star circuit, why he transferred to Washington for his senior year and the biggest attribute he would bring to an NFL team.2021-03-1958 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #151: Wilson for PresidentOn today's show, the guys are talking about the safety class. Ed is disappointed with this overall group. Alex is excited about a particular safety from the PAC-12 who he compares to a HOF player. Also a QB debate heats up about Lawrence versus Wilson. Wilson has become the darling in the draft community. Virginia safety D'Angelo Amos is the guest. He talks about what makes him such a dangerous punt returner. Making the jump from the FCS level and what advice he received from his older brother about the NFL.2021-03-0547 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #150: Overrated WideoutOn this episode, Ed lists his Top 10 WR's in this NFL Draft. There is a certain Big 10 WR that he is higher on than most. Alex reveals his most overrated wideout and it is certainly a big surprise. RB Tre Harbison joins the show. He talks about his career at Northern Illinois and Charlotte. The biggest attributes that he brings on and off the field. The two all-star games that he played in and what he took away from them. Also we discuss what the Dolphins should do with those two first round picks. Ed feels that they should go...2021-02-2649 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #149: Opposing ViewsOn today's show, UAB CB Brontae Harris talks about how his basketball background has helped him on the football field and what it meant to the program when they captured the C-USA title this season. He also discusses the challenges that he faced during the recovery process from the 2019 injury. Ed unveils his Top 10 CB's in the 2021 NFL Draft. Alex and Ed disagree about South Carolina CB Jaycee Horn and Ohio State CB Shaun Wade. A few overrated, underrated and sleeper prospects are revealed at the Cornerback position. What should the Jets do with their two first round picks and...2021-02-1958 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #148: Pick Your RBOn this week's episode, Marshall RB Brenden Knox joins the guys. He tells us what he would bring to an NFL team, why he chose Marshall and what NFL RB he admires the most. Ed reveals his top 10 Running Backs in the 2021 NFL Draft. Which RB's are overrated and underrated in this draft. We also discuss a few sleepers at the position. We also recap the Super Bowl and gush over what Tom Brady was able to accomplish in his first year with the Bucs. Alex and Ed list their favorite QB's of all-time. Which brother is better - J...2021-02-1550 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #147: Top 10 ProspectsOn this episode, the guys preview the Super Bowl in Tampa. We make our picks. Alex and Ed reveal that they have a soft spot for Tom Brady and want to see him win another big game on Sunday. Discussing the Matthew Stafford trade and Deshaun Watson's perfect landing spot. Which team should go all in for the Texans signal caller. Ed also reveals his top 10 prospects in the 2021 NFL Draft. He has four QB's in the top 10. He also has a surprise in store and is a lot higher on one particular prospect than most folks.2021-02-0449 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #146: Virtual Senior BowlOn this Blitzcast episode, Ed and Alex are breaking down the 2021 Senior Bowl. This is the first time in a while that the guys are not live in Mobile, Alabama. Which draft prospects are standing out this week. A few small school guys like South Dakota State WR Cade Johnson and Wisconsin-Whitewater OL Quinn Meinerz are shining brightly. No one has been able to cover Western Michigan WR D'Wayne Eskridge during the one on one's. We also mention QB Mac Jones, QB Jamie Newman and RB Rhamondre Stevenson.2021-01-2842 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzcast #145: Meyer and MullenOn this podcast episode, Alex welcomes Gators beat writer from the Orlando Sentinel Edgar Thompson to the show. He is optimistic about Urban Meyer's success in Jacksonville. He believes that he will be a true CEO for that franchise. Dan Mullen's future with the Gators and a possible jump to the NFL. Also a discussion breaks out about QB Kyle Trask and whether he deserved to finish higher than fourth in the Heisman voting. Alex breaksdown the NFL Sunday Championship games and talks a few interesting coaching hires.2021-01-2145 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #142: Better Days Are AheadOn this episode, the guys preview the CFB playoff. Also Bryan Driskell from Irish Breakdown steps by and looks at the Alabama vs Notre Dame game very closely. The keys to this matchup. He discusses what the Irish defense has to do in order to slow down Alabama's offense. He explains his case why Notre Dame deserved a spot in the CFB playoff over Texas A&M. Alex and Ed predict who will eventually make the NFL playoffs ahead of week 17. Who wins the NFC East and AFC South. They both admit that the Steelers are in trouble.2021-01-0146 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #140: Fantasy and ChampionshipsOn this week's episode, we are talking Fantasy Football with Andy Buckler. Andy discusses which players we should add on the waiver wire this week and he identifies star players which could be a big disappointment in the playoffs. His hits and misses this season including QB Josh Allen and WR DJ Chark. Ed and Alex preview CFB Championship week and make predictions. A debate breaks out about the teams in the CFB playoff. Also we touch on the firing of Gus Malzahn at Auburn and the likely candidates to replace him.2020-12-1652 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #139: WR Draft CrushOn this Blitzcast episode, Ed and Alex are gushing over Alabama senior WR DeVonta Smith. They love his route running and his playmaking ability. Ed believes he is a top 10 player in the 2021 NFL Draft. Alex compares him to a HOF WR. They also talk about the Bill Belichick coaching tree and the success that his assistants have had as head coaches in the NFL and CFB. What's wrong with QB Carson Wentz and does he have a future in Philly. Who is to blame for the Eagles problems right now. Some PAC-12 talk and the surprising Coastal Carolina.2020-12-0941 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #138: Patricia DebateOn this week's show, we are talking Iowa State Cyclones with sports writer Randy Peterson from the Des Moines Register. He discusses the big win over the Texas Longhorns this past Saturday. He gushes over RB Breece Hall and talks about what job might lure Matt Cambell away. Then we discuss Florida State's disappointing season with beat writer Curt Weiler from the Tallahassee Democrat. He still believes in head coach Mike Norvell. The Seminoles QB dilemma and CB Asante Samuel Jr. Ed and Alex have a debate over Matt Patricia and what they would do with the Lions top 10 pick...2020-12-021h 10BlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #137: Top NFL RookiesOn this edition of BlitzCast, the guys discuss the top NFL rookies including Herbert, WR's and some OL. We also debate whether the Colts or the Titans are the best team in the AFC South. Taysom Hill is the future at QB for the Saints. We also talk about the CFB Rankings. Four SEC teams in the top 10 and BYU is not getting any respect. Tulsa World sports writer Kelly Hines stops by. She talks about the improbable Tulsa comeback wins this season, the stellar play of the defense and the all-world LB Zaven Collins.2020-11-2544 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #136: Dreams Do Come TrueOn this episode, Alex and Ed are joined by former Steelers OL Trai Essex. He rooted for the Steelers growing up and was very surprised when they selected him in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He talks about his favorite Super Bowl memory. The friendship with Big Ben, the respect that he has for coach Cowher and coach Tomlin. He also gives his overview of the current Steelers team. Also 2021 NFL Draft prospect Concordia-St. Paul DE Chris Garrett stops by to discuss his favorite pass rush moves and Clay Matthews. He holds the D-II record for career forced...2020-11-1849 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #135: Comebacks and UpsetsOn this week's episode, Ed and Alex discuss Kyle Trask and the Florida Gators big win versus Georgia with SI's All Gators writer Zach Goodall. Then they are joined by USCFootball.com publisher Ryan Abraham who talks about the Trojans comeback against Arizona State. Also Liberty beat writer for Newadvance.com Daniel Sordelett stops by. He talks about Liberty's 7-0 record and the wild finish against VA Tech. Other topics include: Irish win against Clemson, top 5 NFL power rankings and Chargers QB Justin Herbert.2020-11-121h 00BlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #134: Dominant DefenseOn this BlitzCast episode, Bryan Driskell of Irish Breakdown previews the Notre Dame versus Clemson game. Bryan makes his prediction for this matchup. He discusses Irish dominance on the defensive side of the ball. It is finally time for QB Ian Book to rise to the occasion in the big game. Also Sun News beat writer Alan Blondin joins the show and talks about Coastal Carolina's magical season. The front seven defense is the best in the Sun Belt. He also discusses freshman QB Grayson McCall and all of the fun celebrations that the football team has come up with...2020-11-0558 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #133: The End of Patriots ReignOn this week's episode, Ed talks about the Steelers hot start. He explains what has impressed him about Pittsburgh so far this season and previews the Ravens game. We also discuss how Baltimore's defense got better by adding pass rusher Yannick Ngakoue. Bucs signing of WR Antonio Brown left our guys speechless and Cam Newton struggles. The Patriots reign is officially over. We debate whether Clemson can beat the Jets this year. Who will be the fourth team in the CFB playoff? Ohio State is the best team in the Big 10, is Michigan for real and Penn State goes down...2020-10-2938 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #132: Vols WoesOn this week's BlitzCast episode, Tennessee Vols beat writer Blake Toppmeyer from the Knoxville News Sentinel joins the guys. He talks about the Vols recent woes and whether they can correct them. He previews the Alabama game, discusses the QB dilemma and the firing of the DL coach. He also praises LB Henry To'o To'o. BYU QB Zach Wilson is put under the scouting microscope. Our guys speculate whether anyone can beat Clemson and Alabama this year. Bucs and Titans are the other topics covered this week.2020-10-221h 02BlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #131: Underrated Texas QBHouston Baptist QB Bailey Zappe talks about the Texas Tech game this year. He explains why he wasn't a highly recruited prospect coming out of high school in Texas. He has a lot of admiration for his coaching staff. He praises the play of the O-line this year. He also gushes over his top two WR's Ben Ratzlaff and Jerreth Sterns. Then our guys are joined by the Cincinnati Bearcats beat writer for The Athletic Justin Williams. He tells us that head coach Luke Fickell is here for the long haul. He praises the defense for their strong play while...2020-10-151h 13BlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #130: Unbeaten TeamsOn this week's episode, beat writer Ryan Aber for The Oklahoman joins the show to talk about the Sooners struggles so far this season. He also previews the upcoming game against the Texas Longhorns. Ed and Alex discuss Bill O'Brien getting the axe and where do the Texans go from here. We also talk about the six unbeaten teams in the NFL. QB's Aaron Rodgers and Josh Allen are playing lights out at this point. NFC East division is atrocious, and the Cowboys defense is historically bad. CFB upsets and NDSU QB Trey Lance chatter.2020-10-0857 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #129: Talking The CanesThis week on the podcast, the guys are joined by Manny Navarro of the Athletic who talks about the Hurricanes hot start to the season and looks ahead to the matchup against Clemson. He praises QB D'Eriq King and OC Rhett Lashlee. TE Brevin Jordan and S Bubba Bolden are also stepping up and playing well. Alex and Ed breakdown Florida TE Kyle Pitts. Alex believes that he is a future top 10 pick in next year's draft and Ed praises his blocking. LSU and Oklahoma suffered the upset bug and Chiefs are the best team in the NFL2020-10-011h 04BlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #128: Kentucky Wildcats PreviewAngelo Carriero from ESPN Lexington joined the guys on this week's podcast. He previewed the Kentucky Wildcats season. He discussed the strengths of this year's squad. He provided some insider knowledge about Lynn Bowden, Benny Snell and P Max Duffy. He brokedown the Auburn game this weekend. He also talked about QB Joe Burrow and WR AJ Green. Alex and Ed recaped the wild game between the Cowboys and the Falcons this past Sunday. They debated whether Dak Prescott is a top 5 NFL QB. They also talked about all of the injuries in the NFL and previewed a few games...2020-09-2400 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #127: From Last to FirstOn this episode, Ed and Alex are joined by a few guests this week. Rice WR Austin Trammell talks about how he loves being a returner and the key to being a successful slot receiver. He was honored to be named team captain last season and explains what intellectual brutality is that his team plays with. UNLV RB Charles Williams talks about staying ready despite not having a fall football season, his track speed, his breakout junior campaign and how the injury in 2017 shaped his career. Big 10 football is back, the Sun Belt, Davante Adams - top 5 NFL WR, Bucs...2020-09-1700 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #126: Favorites in the Sun BeltThis week on Blitzcast, Winston-Salem Journal beat writer Ethan Joyce previews Appalachian State season. He discusses the first game of the season versus Charlotte, CB Shaun Jolly, QB Zac Thomas and WR Jalen Virgil. He talks about a few breakthrough players. The guys look at week one in the NFL and discuss the big games. We also debate whether RB Adrian Peterson is a first-ballot HOF. The impact of Von Miller's injury on the Broncos season and the big contracts that were signed right before the season begins.2020-09-1000 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #125: Wild NFL PicksOn this episode, the guys make their fearless picks for the new NFL season. Ed unveils his major surprise in the NFC North that no one saw coming. Alex is extremely high on the Cowboys, Colts and Browns. They also discuss the release of RB Leonard Fournette and what he brings to the Bucs. Alex believes that the Jaguars are tanking for Trevor Lawrence by getting rid of their best players. Our guys also talk about the Jags poor track record when it comes to their first round selections this decade.2020-09-0400 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #124: CFB Preview with Phil SteeleOn this week's episode, CFB talk reins supreme. The guys are joined by Phil Steele who previews the season. He unveils his picks. He also has a few surprise teams in the top 5. Huge expectations for UCF. He is a big fan of the AAC conference. Western Michigan WR/CB D'Wayne Eskridge also stops by. He talks about his blazing speed and being a two-way player in college. He discusses his track and field accomplishments in high school and the best players that he has faced in the MAC. Earl Thomas saga. Ed and Alex each pick their ultimate 90's...2020-08-2800 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #123: Talking Fantasy FootballOn this week's episode, we are joined by fantasy football expert Andy Buckler from Keep it A Buck podcast. He discusses players who present best value in fantasy drafts this year. He talks about his favorite sleepers at receiver. He is a big fan of QB's Josh Allen and Daniel Jones. He is also on board with Bucs RB Ronald Jones. LB Silas Kelly discusses fall camp, how he wound up at Coastal Carolina and what to expect from the Chanticleers defense this season. We also talk about Alex Smith comeback and the top offensive triplets in the NFL today.2020-08-2100 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #122: 2014 NFL Re-DraftOn this episode, the guys decided to do a 2014 NFL Re-Draft. It is not a surprise to see Aaron Donald and Khalil Mack being the first two selections in this draft. We have a surprise selection in the top 5. Then we see a lot of receivers, a couple of talented edge rushers and offensive linemen especially on the interior come off the board in the first round. The 2014 NFL Draft will always be remembered as the greatest WR class of all-time. Ed and Alex also discuss their top five favorite sports movies of all-time. They reminisce about the movies that...2020-08-1800 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #121: Holt vs WayneOn this week's episode, the guys debate whether they would take Rams Torry Holt or Colts Reggie Wayne. They also preview the Big 12 and C-USA. The Sooners are the clear cut favorites again. Baylor will definitely take a step back this year. Oklahoma State RB Chuba Hubbard, WR Tylan Wallace and Texas OT Samuel Cosmi are the top draft prospects in the Big 12. Alex picks UAB while Ed takes Marshall to win C-USA. We believe that Willie Taggart is an overrated coach and can't be trusted at FAU. Bring Lane Kiffin back! UAB DE Jordan Smith, UAB WR Austin Watkins...2020-08-0700 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #120: All In on AdamsOn this BlitzCast episode, our guys talk about whether the Seahawks or the Jets won the Jamal Adams trade. Does Adams make Seattle a Super Bowl contender or did they give up too much? NFL players opting out of the season and a top CFB prospect also skipping the year. They also list the top draft prospects to keep an eye on in the ACC and AAC conferences. Clemson is the top dog in the ACC. Virginia is the team that is bound to disappoint. The guys have an argument about whether UCF is the best team in the AAC...2020-08-0300 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #119: Best NFL GMOn this episode of BlitzCast, the guys preview the SEC and the Sun Belt conferences. Is Alabama the best team in the SEC? Ed sure believes so, but Alex went with the Gators. Vols should surprise everyone this season. We run through a long list of SEC draft prospects for the 2021 NFL Draft. The guys both agree that Appalachian State is the best team in the Sun Belt. Ed is glad that baseball is back. Ed and Alex also have a heated argument about the best NFL GM right now. Bill Belichick is at the center of the debate.2020-07-2400 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #118: Special ParsonsOn this podcast, our guys preview the Big 10 and the MAC. Ed believes Ohio State is the best team in the Big 10 while Michigan is overrated. Alex went against all common sense and picked Penn State to win this conference. Ed loves WR Rashod Bateman from Minnesota. Alex sees Penn State LB Micah Parsons as a special talent with room to get better this season. In the MAC, Alex sees Buffalo as the best team and Kent State is a team that could surprise. Ed has doubts about how good Miami (Ohio) is. They also talk about the Redskins and...2020-07-2100 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #117: Agreeing on EverythingOn this episode, the guys preview the PAC-12 conference. Ed and Alex seem to be in agreement over most of their picks. They believe that Oregon will win the PAC-12. Alex believes that Cal could be that surprise team, and Utah will take a step back. They consider Oregon OT Penei Sewell to be a top 3 pick in next year's draft. Then we turn our attention to the Mountain West. Ed believes that Boise State is the clearcut frontrunner in the conference. The guys argue whether Colorado State can take that next step forward this season. Ed gushes over Wyoming...2020-07-1400 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #115: Talking Gators and FCSOn this podcast, national writer for Stats Perform Craig Haley joins the guys to talk about FCS football for this upcoming season. Craig mentions a few teams that are main contenders to North Dakota State in 2020. QB Trey Lance is a hot topic of discussion. Who wins the CAA and is the Big Sky the best conference at the FCS level. Then beat writer for Orlando Sentinel Edgar Thompson provides a detailed preview of what to expect from the Florida Gators this year. He talks about Kyle Trask, Dan Mullen, strengths and weaknesses of the team and which players will...2020-06-2900 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #114: QB PreviewOn this episode, the guys preview the Senior QB Class for the 2021 NFL Draft. They were impressed by SMU QB Shane Buechele. They see a lot of potential in Gators QB Kyle Trask. They have questions about Jamie Newman who transferred to Georgia, and Ed was underwhelmed by Sam Ehlinger from Texas. Alex previews the small school QB's to keep an eye on this season. We also looked at Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields and Trey Lance. Alex would take Lance over Fields at this point. Ed also goes on a rant about MLB and the lack of progress made in...2020-06-2200 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #113: Bills and CowboysOn this podcast, the guys discuss the Cowboys and the Bills. Mike McCarthy and what he will bring to Dallas. The Bills added a new weapon in Stefon Diggs for their QB Josh Allen. Ed and Alex disagree whether both of these teams should be considered the favorites in their divisions. VMI QB Reece Udinski joins the show and talks about how he has improved his overall game. He considers throwing with anticipation his biggest strength. Middle Tennessee State S Reed Blankenship is another guest this week. He discusses what it meant to him to be named captain as a...2020-06-1600 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #112: Some Harsh GradesOn this episode of BlitzCast, Ed doesn't hold back and hands out some harsh overall grades as the guys continue to recap draft picks for AFC West and NFC West teams. The Chiefs and the Seahawks both received a D grade for their selections. The Chargers were praised for picking Oregon QB Justin Herbert and Oklahoma LB Kenneth Murray in the first round. The Broncos improved their overall weapons in the passing game. The guys argue whether Clemson LB Isaiah Simmons is a good fit in the Cardinals 3-4 scheme.2020-06-1200 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #111: Remember the TitansOn this podcast, our guys look at all of the draft picks for AFC South and NFC South teams. Ed gave high marks to the Titans. We were also impressed with the Colts first two selections on Day Two. USC WR Michael Pittman Jr. and Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor give Indianapolis a boost on offense. Head coach Matt Rhule addressed his defense at Carolina during his first ever draft and didn't select a single offensive player. The Bucs addressed their RT position with the first round pick and found a slot receiver for Tom Brady late in the draft.2020-06-1000 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #110: Dolphins DominateOn this podcast, our guys recap each draft selection for AFC East and NFC East teams in the 2020 NFL Draft. Ed feels that the Dolphins laid a solid foundation for the future especially with their first round selections. Our guys are surprised that the Patriots didn't select a QB. The Jets addressed their LT position early along with the playmaker at WR. The Cowboys found a steal in the first round with the CeeDee Lamb pick. The Eagles surprised Alex with the Jalen Hurts selection in the second round.2020-06-0500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #109: No Love for PackersOn this podcast, we recap day two and day three of the 2020 NFL Draft. We praise the Dolphins and the Ravens. We take a look at our favorite selections including USC WR Michael Pittman Jr. and LSU safety Grant Delpit in the second round. We also preview the NFL schedule and talk about our favorite games. Opening game on Thursday night between the Texans at Kansas City, Bucs vs Saints and Burrow versus Herbert in week 1. The Ravens have the easiest schedule while the Patriots face the hardest schedule.2020-05-2900 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #108: Day Two and ThreeOn this podcast, we recap day two and day three of the 2020 NFL Draft. We praise the Dolphins and the Ravens. We take a look at our favorite selections including USC WR Michael Pittman Jr. and LSU safety Grant Delpit in the second round. We also preview the NFL schedule and talk about our favorite games. Opening game on Thursday night between the Texans at Kansas City, Bucs vs Saints and Burrow versus Herbert in week 1. The Ravens have the easiest schedule while the Patriots face the hardest schedule.2020-05-1500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #107: Winners and LosersOn this week's podcast, we give our overall impressions of the 2020 NFL Draft. The virtual draft was a success. We recap the first round and take a look at the winners and losers. Sooners WR CeeDee Lamb was the biggest steal of the first round. Ed liked what the Dolphins and the Titans did in the draft. Alex praised the Ravens, Browns and Bucs. Alex criticized the Jordan Love selection by the Packers at the end of the first round. Ed thought that the Raiders, Packers and Seahawks were the losers coming out of the draft weekend.2020-04-2900 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #106: Mock Draft EditionOn this podcast, Alex and Ed make their first round predictions in the 2020 NFL Draft. We are in the GM chair and we get to make all of the picks. Some of the pick selections are wild and bizarre. Alex decides to pass on Ohio State CB Jeffrey Okudah with the No.3 pick and gives the Lions another defensive stalwart. Tua goes to the Dolphins at No.5. However at No.18, Ed slots an OT to the Dolphins that no one was expecting. LSU edge rusher K'Lavon Chaisson takes an unexpected tumble, but lands on a winning team. Utah State QB...2020-04-2200 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #105: Prediction GameOn this podcast, we make predictions when it comes to the 2020 NFL Draft. We look at the best, most overrated and underrated prospects at each position. There are a few major surprises along the way. Ed is willing to risk it all for Oregon QB Justin Herbert and Michigan State LB Joe Bachie. Alex rates Texas AM Justin Madubuike as his No.1 DT in this draft because he believes that Derrick Brown and Javon Kinlaw are overrated. He also believes that everyone is drinking the kool-aide when it comes to Ohio State CB Jeff Okudah.2020-04-2000 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #104: Special OT ClassOn this week's BlitzCast episode, Alex Khvatov and Ed Hunt preview the 2020 OL Class. They look at the top heavy OT class in the first round and predict that four OT's will get drafted in the top 10. Alex isn't impressed by the OG class, while Ed unveils a surprise No.1 OG. They are also joined by Louisiana OG Kevin Dotson. He talks about being a four-year starter, his strengths as a player, being named an All-American his senior year and winning 11 games in 2019. He also discusses the East/West Shrine Game experience and his favorite NFL player to watch.2020-04-1800 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #103: Picky about LinebackersWe preview the Linebackers in the 2020 NFL Draft. Ed Hunt explains why he is extremely picky about linebackers and his rankings illustrate it. Ed unveils a surprise No.1 ILB. Texans make another trade, and it is clear to Alex that Bill O'Brien is way over his head. The debate over Brees vs Rodgers breaks out and our guys argue who actually deserved a spot on the All-Decade team. FIU LB Sage Lewis joins the show. He talks about winning the Defensive MVP award in the Tropical Bowl all-star game and what separates him from the rest of the linebackers in...2020-04-1200 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #102: All Shapes and SizesOn this week's podcast, we preview the RB class in the 2020 NFL Draft. We have a heated debate about Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor. We list a couple of interesting sleeper prospects. We compare Tua vs Justin Herbert. We debate on which QB would be the best fit for the Dolphins. Western Michigan RB LeVante Bellamy is the guest this week. He talks about what it takes to play the RB position and winning the Vern Smith Leadership Award in the MAC. He discusses his experience at the Scouting Combine and the East/West Shrine game. His elite speed and the...2020-04-0500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #101: 2020 CB BreakdownOn this week's podcast, Ed and Alex preview the 2020 CB class. They disagree on who the top corner is in this draft. They list overrated, underrated and sleeper prospects at the position. They look at some big name free agents at QB and edge rusher who remain unsigned. Tulane CB Thakarius Keyes joins the show. He talks about his nickname, his teammate WR Darnell Mooney, what his coach JJ McCleskey taught him, CB tradition at Tulane, his high school accomplishments in basketball and his experience at Scouting Combine.2020-03-2900 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #100: Spending SpreeAlex talks about the busy first week of free agency. Tom Brady leaving the Patriots and signing with the Bucs and the lopsided DeAndre Hopkins trade. Colts and Eagles making some solid additions, while the Bears are making some questionable ones. Quick breakdown of the DL class in the 2020 NFL Draft. Auburn Derrick Brown and South Carolina Javon Kinlaw are both overrated. Nebraska DL Darrion Daniels joins the show. He talks about his Senior Bowl experience, the Scouting Combine and playing with his brother at Nebraska his senior year.2020-03-2200 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #99: One For The AgesEd had the opportunity to visit Wyoming and Colorado Pro Days this year. He shares his experience on the road and what prospects stood out to him. Then Ed and Alex talk about the loaded 2020 WR Class. This is the deepest WR group that we have ever seen. Ed lists his top 20 WR's available in this draft. We identify the first round guys, look at some underrated day 2 wideouts and at some intriguing day three pass catchers. We welcome Syracuse WR/return specialist Sean Riley Jr to the show. He talks about his speed, his ability as a returner, how...2020-03-1500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #98: Delpit- X-FactorOn this episode, we preview the TE and safety prospects in the 2020 NFL Draft. Guys argue about the No.1 TE in the draft. Ed is critical of S Xavier McKinney from Alabama and thinks he is overrated. LSU S Grant Delpit receives plenty of praise, and we believe that he will be a major steal for some team in the first round. TE Giovanni Ricci from Western Michigan joins the show. He talks about his East/West Shrine game experience, his transition from WR to TE and his overall game. Later in the show, S Luther Kirk (Illinois State) makes...2020-03-0900 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #97: Pick Your QuarterbackOn this week's show, we are joined by James Madison QB Ben DiNucci and Northern Colorado QB Jacob Knipp. They look back at their college careers and discuss their preparation for the Pro Days. We breakdown the 2020 QB Class and identify the first round signal callers. We look at what other QB's could wind up in the first round besides the big three: Burrow, Tua and Herbert. Ed lists his top 10 QB's, overrated, underrated and sleeper prospects are mentioned. We also recap the winners from the WR and TE groups at the Scouting Combine.2020-03-0200 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #96: Combine PreviewOn this episode, Ed and Alex preview the 2020 Scouting Combine. They wonder who will be the fastest player in Indy, Tua's health, which QB could sneak into the first round, athletic LB's, WR's with a lot to prove, No.1 TE, DT Derrick Brown and OT's who are ready to dominate round 1. West Georgia CB Cedric Asseh is the guest this week. He talks about his soccer background, his kids, training at the Chip Smith facility, his biggest attributes as a player including his speed, all-star games, his career at Miami, Ohio and West Georgia.2020-02-2000 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #95: First Round ChatterTowson QB Tom Flacco joins BlitzCast. The guys speculate on what the Raiders, Jags and Dolphins might do in the first round. Philip Rivers, Jeff Okudah and XFL talk.2020-02-1300 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #94: Super Bowl MeltdownSuper Bowl recap, NFL awards, 2020 Hall of Fame class and Pitt S Jazzee Stocker is the guest this week.2020-02-0600 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #93: Miami Time!Our guys preview the Super Bowl, put the finishing touches on the Senior Bowl and pay their respect to Kobe Bryant. Also we welcome LB Zach Hall (Southeast Missouri State) as a guest.2020-01-3100 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #92: Live from Mobile, ALAlex and Ed reporting all of the news on location from the 2020 Senior Bowl.2020-01-2500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #91: Talking HokiesAlex and Ed welcome former VA Tech QB and 2020 NFL Draft prospect Ryan Willis to the show. They also discuss NFL playoffs and recap the 2020 East/West Shrine Bowl.2020-01-1800 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #90: FIU QB James MorganEd and Alex sit down for an interview with FIU QB James Morgan. They preview the CFB Playoff National Championship Game, NFL playoffs and coaching hires.2020-01-1100 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #89: Dangerous SeahawksAlex previews the NFL Wild Card round, recaps CFB playoff semis and discusses the current coaching carousel.2020-01-0400 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #88: Second-Year QB'sAlex Khvatov focuses on the second-year QB's in the NFL and previews the CFB semifinal games.2019-12-2800 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #87: Senior Bowl Pass CatchersOur guys discuss Senior Bowl pass catchers, underclassmen declaring, NFL playoff picture and Eli Manning. Alabama WR DeVonta Smith and Cal safety Ashtyn Davis are put under the scouting microscope.2019-12-2000 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #86: His Best Job EverMike Tomlin, Ryan Tannehill, Drew Lock, the Patriots, Heisman finalists, CFB playoff, edge rusher Bradlee Anae and OL Alex Leatherwood are the topics discussed this week.2019-12-1300 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #85: Tense CFB WeekendAlex and Ed discuss Ron Rivera firing, CFB Championship weekend and Joe Burrow vs Justin Herbert.2019-12-0600 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #84: Flying SoloAlex Khvatov discusses NFL head coaches on the hot seat, Thanksgiving games, hypes up the Ravens and previews OSU versus Michigan.2019-11-2900 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #83: QB CarouselThe guys discuss the upcoming NFL free agency QB carousel, Ravens, Ohio State vs Penn State, Tua's injury, C Creed Humphrey and CB Shaun Wade.2019-11-2200 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #82: Fixing My RoofSurprising Gophers, LSU at No.1, NFL playoff picture, Thursday night brawl, DL Javon Kinlaw and OT Austin Jackson are the topics this week.2019-11-1500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #81: Browns Are a MessPats, Niners, Dolphins, Jets, new No.1 team in CFB and the shocker in Kansas are the topics this week. We also breakdown LSU WR Justin Jefferson and Stanford CB Paulson Adebo.2019-11-0800 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #80: Pats or NinersPats, Niners, Dolphins, Jets, new No.1 team in CFB and the shocker in Kansas are the topics this week. We also breakdown LSU WR Justin Jefferson and Stanford CB Paulson Adebo.2019-11-0100 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #79: Hurts TimeAlex and Ed talk about the Heisman contenders, Tua's injury, Sooners QB Jalen Hurts and Florida DE Jabari Zuniga.2019-10-2500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #78: Burrow is a Major RiserOur guys discuss the meteoric rise of LSU QB Joe Burrow to a first-rounder, CB Jeffrey Okudah, NFL trades, and CFB playoff teams.2019-10-1800 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #77: NFL MVP DebateEd and Alex debate over the NFL MVP thus far, they discuss the Niners hot start and Redskins mess. We also breakdown Liberty WR Antonio Gandy-Golden and Auburn DE Marlon Davidson.2019-10-1100 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #76: Trouble for ClemsonWe breakdown Cowboys WR Tylan Wallace along with Crimson Tide S Xavier McKinney. We talk about Clemson's struggles against UNC, Notre Dame and cover week 4 in the NFL.2019-10-0400 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #75: Daniel Jones HysteriaAlex and Ed discuss Daniel Jones hysteria, 3-0 NFL teams and the Badgers. They also breakdown Clemson RB Travis Etienne and Utah CB Jaylon Johnson.2019-09-2900 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #74: QB's Going DownEd and Alex discuss all of the QB injuries in the NFL, Ramsey trade request, Ohio State RB J.K. Dobbins and Boise State DE Curtis Weaver.2019-09-2200 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #73: Poor SaquonAlex and Ed breakdown RB D'Andre Swift and DE Yetur Gross-Matos. We also discuss Jets being without Darnold and Feleipe Franks' injury.2019-09-1500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #72: Aaron Donald is the BestWe recap NFL week 1, CFB week 2, Antonio Brown saga, Aaron Donald greatness, WR CeeDee Lamb and LB Kenneth Murray.2019-09-0800 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #71: Texans Are All InWe discuss the Texans and all of their trades. We also put Georgia OT Andrew Thomas and LSU CB Kristian Fulton under the scouting microscope.2019-09-0600 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #70: Same Old NFL PreviewEd and Alex preview the NFL season, discuss Andrew Luck's sudden retirement, breakdown QB Jake Fromm and DT Derrick Brown.2019-08-3000 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #69: 2019 CFB PreviewEd and Alex preview the upcoming CFB season, breakdown Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa and Florida CB CJ Henderson.2019-08-2600 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #68: Michigan Will Win the Big 10Preview of the Big 10 and the SEC, WR Tee Higgins and DE A.J. Epenesa.2019-08-2500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #67: Clemson is KingAlex and Ed preview the PAC-12 and MWC conferences along with putting Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor and Clemson LB Isaiah Simmons under the scouting microscope.2019-08-1100 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #66: Next Great RBAlex and Ed preview the PAC-12 and MWC conferences along with putting Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor and Clemson LB Isaiah Simmons under the scouting microscope.2019-08-0500 minBlitzCast: NFL Draft PodcastBlitzCast #65: Jerry and GrantAlex and Ed provide detailed scouting reports on Alabama WR Jerry Jeudy and LSU S Grant Delpit along with C-USA and American Athletic Conference previews.2019-07-2600 min