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Let's talk some NFL draft

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 9:52:44

Welcome to the Outlier Draft.

The best players? All at "non-premium" positions. The 3 guys I think that can't miss are a running back, a safety, and an off-ball LB.

The prospects at premium positions all have a major flaw. The best pass rusher has T-Rex arms. The best offensive tackles might actually be guards. The best QB thinks whole milk is spicy.

Trying to figure out who goes where is a dart throw. Well, to be fair, it's always a dart throw. It's *especially* a dart throw this year, ok? Trying to figure out which team is going to be ok overlooking which weakness is going to be damn near impossible.

In the thread below, I'll make some posts about my thoughts on the different positions to get into more specific discussions on players.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Jeremy Fowler said today that the Bears considered trading up in the 2nd... for CB Colton Hood.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 30, 2026, 21:56:38, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Ravens are signing this head case Pavia QB to a three year deal before he even visits.

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 28, 2026, 13:00:18, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

or tries out.

This is in WTF territory for me.

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loho claims the roush pick should enable them to run a lot more 13 personnel, which is something

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 19:41:38, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

mcvay does a lot.

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Smythe played 30% of the snaps last year

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 21:40:09, in reply to "loho claims the roush pick should enable them to run a lot more 13 personnel, which is something "

So they needed a TE3 and 13 seems to be coming into vogue

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mcvay does a lot.

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Some typically weird Poles moves in the middle rounds but I think I love this draft class.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 27, 2026, 10:21:30, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

The DT from Georgia Tech might qualify as an Exciting White considering his athletic ability. His highlights were great, like a big kid just out there wrecking shit.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

and the Wyoming OT as a UDFA is interesting. His size and power is intriguing.

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 19:49:19, in reply to "Some typically weird Poles moves in the middle rounds but I think I love this draft class."

gonna be someone you're gonna have to develop but has some very intriguing tools

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The DT from Georgia Tech might qualify as an Exciting White considering his athletic ability. His highlights were great, like a big kid just out there wrecking shit.

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Downside: douchey WWE face paint*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 21:40:56, in reply to "and the Wyoming OT as a UDFA is interesting. His size and power is intriguing. "

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gonna be someone you're gonna have to develop but has some very intriguing tools

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The DT from Georgia Tech might qualify as an Exciting White considering his athletic ability. His highlights were great, like a big kid just out there wrecking shit.

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Le’Veon Bell says he saw Adam Gase do coke in his coach’s office while head coach of Jets

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 21:11:36, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

His story about the Bengals game factually checks out.

https://x.com/itskingslime/status/2048539935461028284?s=61&t=obkYTPkbGlNfrGoozxL-mg

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Pretty funny from a guy who self-sabotaged his own career*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 14:47:27, in reply to "Le’Veon Bell says he saw Adam Gase do coke in his coach’s office while head coach of Jets"

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His story about the Bengals game factually checks out.

https://x.com/itskingslime/status/2048539935461028284?s=61&t=obkYTPkbGlNfrGoozxL-mg

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I'd have been more surprised if you told me he wasnt on coke*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ISeeDeadHawkeyes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 11:46:41, in reply to "Le’Veon Bell says he saw Adam Gase do coke in his coach’s office while head coach of Jets"

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His story about the Bengals game factually checks out.

https://x.com/itskingslime/status/2048539935461028284?s=61&t=obkYTPkbGlNfrGoozxL-mg

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Tampa Bay invited Dylan Rosiek to rookie mini camp*

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 15:48:50, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"Friday tailgates suck. People have jobs and school."

Josh Kreutz with the rookie camp invite for the Bears

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 17:55:59, in reply to "Tampa Bay invited Dylan Rosiek to rookie mini camp*"

good job not being petty, mccaskey.

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wonder if they offered him more than olin.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 18:00:59, in reply to "Josh Kreutz with the rookie camp invite for the Bears"

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good job not being petty, mccaskey.

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MC, an article on John Lynch and his penchant for taking unsuccessful reaches.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 10:52:35, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://www.sharpfootballanalysis.com/analysis/john-lynch-draft-record-49ers/

This seems a bit unfair to John Lynch, doesn't Shanahan have big time input in their draft process?

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Yeah that’s all over my 49ers follows. It’s a needed discussion. They’ve reached for years

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 8:47:03, in reply to "MC, an article on John Lynch and his penchant for taking unsuccessful reaches."

And it’s not worked out. And they’re starting to miss on mid round picks too. Lynch is overconfident because of Fred Warner, Kittle and Purdy. But they have some self inflicted duds.

I think it’s starting to become more noticeable because Seattle front office is fantastic and making great moves that are obviously paying off. 49ers need to figure out how to keep up.

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

not sure how accurate this is, but the panthers trade seems like it ended up being

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 9:59:40, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://x.com/thechicagosares/status/2048091405516468558?s=20

a pretty good deal!

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Be the GM day 3 picks

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 4:46:14, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

4. Kyle Louis LB Pitt
5. Tim Keenan DT Bama
6. Max Llewelyn EDGE UFI
PFA. Jaydn Ott RB OU

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Maybe a b- ish draft for the Bears? Nice drop for Thieneman at a position of need.

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 20:29:41, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

And we didn't do a dumb thing. Day two just kind of sucked overall. Jones is the best pick of the three, but he is like 24.5 years old, and it felt early. I don't get using an early third on a TE3 and a late third on a gadget/ST guy. There was a run on TEs, sure, but given our roster that is just a total luxury pick.

I liked day 3.

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Probably about right. But I still just come away frustrated with some of the process.

1. The Bears penchant for severely overdrafting players vs consensus in the name of repeating "we let the board speak to us" is concerning. Being a prisoner to the board is going to lead to bad value when you could have drafted a player 1, 2 or even 3 rounds later by reading the room.

2. At some point, you have to invest draft capital in the defensive line if you want to make your pass rush better. This is the 2nd draft in a row where one of the deepest positions in the early rounds was edge rusher and they didn't come away with any. And how the board was going to fall before 57 was very predictable, I mentioned it prior to the draft and the team even mentioned that their edge targets were gone by the first half of the second round.

3. There was another way to play this that I liked much better and a super easy way to see how it'd turn out. The Bears could have traded back in the first round and still gotten an edge early 2nd. This is what the Bills did, who picked 1 pick after the Bears at 26. You'd presume that all of their deals could have been done by the Bears. Bills picked up an early 3rd and late 4th in the process.

At the outset of the draft, I would have been over the moon if the Bears had done the Bills deals, drafted TJ Parker (or if he wasn't your flavor, Zion Young/Gabe Jacas) and picked up 66 and 125.

Bears draft could have looked something like (even keeping guys they already drafted):
35. TJ Parker
57. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren
66. Logan Jones
69. Sam Roush
89. Zavian Thomas
124. Malik Muhammad
125. Skyler Bell

etc etc

I would have still hated the 3rd round picks, but at least you picked up more ammo.

4. The Bears first 4 picks in this draft were S, C, TE and KR/gadget guy. Not exactly a bonanza of guys at premium positions.

5. The Bears now have used a 1st and a 3rd round pick in TE over Poles tenure. He has used 2 picks on edges: 5th for Dom Rob and a 5th for Austin Booker. Shemar Turner was announced as a DT, but if you want to throw him in here, sure. Point still holds.

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Regarding #2- they had Thieneman drop in their lap at 25

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 10:27:59, in reply to "Probably about right. But I still just come away frustrated with some of the process."

And that was also a position of great need.

You can't trade back there to get like EDGE7. What they should have done, IMO, is jump on Jacas' drop. They would have only needed to go up a couple of spots to make it happen.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I can do whatever I want, VIV, I’m a guy who never watches tap and spouts off on the draft

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 11:37:23, in reply to "Regarding #2- they had Thieneman drop in their lap at 25"

Hey, like I said, how would you have felt if they traded back, picked up an extra 3rd and 4th, drafted Parker and then got Emmanuel McNeil Warren at 57?

Before the draft, you’d have been pretty stoked, right?

It was there!

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you're dealing with the perfect hindsight that EMW is there at 57.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 11:45:49, in reply to "I can do whatever I want, VIV, I’m a guy who never watches tap and spouts off on the draft"

i don't think that's a reasonable expectation when you're on the clock at 25.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

For me personally, this isn’t hindsight. I wanted them to move down & take an edge.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 11:51:56, in reply to "you're dealing with the perfect hindsight that EMW is there at 57."

Target safety with one of those 2nd round picks.

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i don't think that's a reasonable expectation when you're on the clock at 25.

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yeah, but a) you always want to trade down.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 14:52:41, in reply to "For me personally, this isn’t hindsight. I wanted them to move down & take an edge."

b) there's no way you could have expected EMW to be there at 57 when you're on making that trade down at 25.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

1) In all seriousness, not always. Not in the Caleb/Rome draft.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 16:34:09, in reply to "yeah, but a) you always want to trade down."

2) No but the thought process was likely a contributor to why EMW dropped: In a deep safety draft at a less valued position, use less precious resources to address the need.

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b) there's no way you could have expected EMW to be there at 57 when you're on making that trade down at 25.

I'll take the #2 Safety who should start and make immediate impact

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 16:57:54, in reply to "1) In all seriousness, not always. Not in the Caleb/Rome draft."

while also filling a huge need, over the number 8-ish edge who may get a sack or two this year and not really solve that problem and the number 5-6 safety who is more flawed.

I'm not against trading down if the price is right or if there is good positional depth, but I'm sorry, I didn't like any of the edges at 25 or 55 or 75, so I'm cool with staying put. I agree with VIV in that their issue was maybe not moving up to get Jacas before NE did, but then again, maybe they didn't like him enough to do so.

But it wasn’t the 5th-6th safety. It was the guy you said you wanted before the draft.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 17:04:06, in reply to "I'll take the #2 Safety who should start and make immediate impact"

And you are the only person that didn’t think there was good positional depth at edge. Every analyst talked about it as one of if not the strengths of the draft.

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I did like him but I also had no expectation Thieneman would fall to 25

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 27, 2026, 17:23:07, in reply to "But it wasn’t the 5th-6th safety. It was the guy you said you wanted before the draft."

and I doubt the Bears truly felt he would, either. I would’ve been liked EMW but I’m not a seasoned talent scout so I trust they know more than me, and based on what I’ve heard they were way higher on Thieneman than EMW or any edge for that matter

Besides, Half the edges didn’t fit Allen’s scheme, so from the Bears perspective was it really a strength? None available that fit the scheme were going to fix the pass rush.

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And you are the only person that didn’t think there was good positional depth at edge. Every analyst talked about it as one of if not the strengths of the draft.

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I haven’t followed the Bears that closely but one problem with the trade down advice…

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 17:11:47, in reply to "Probably about right. But I still just come away frustrated with some of the process."

…is the point you made here, and which was made several times below, that the current Bears front office seems to be bad to very bad at making picks in the 3rd and 4th rounds, and not great in the second.

Now, an ideal strategy includes them being good at their job, but given actual performance, sticking in the first and making a real value pick there is probably better than the alternative.

But even given that pick, it does seem like trading up in the second to get one of the edge players was the best choice on day 2.

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Pretty major front office flaw!

You could make the argument all the more reason to give them multiple swings.

Because just saying “well, might as well deal all these 2-4th round picks” is a pretty dire team building strategy.

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To 2, it's not even just a quality issue. We are paying a starting edge $1M this year

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 15:23:21, in reply to "Probably about right. But I still just come away frustrated with some of the process."

because we spent a fourth rounder on him three years ago. If you are forced to FA/trade only you pay through the nose. You need some cheap bodies who can play.

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Yeah and the threshold for level of play to get good value is low!

Look at what Dayo got in FA and his level of production to receive that deal.

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because we spent a fourth rounder on him three years ago. If you are forced to FA/trade only you pay through the nose. You need some cheap bodies who can play.

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Like I know people didn’t like Keldrick Faulk, but I bet that dude gets $20MM AAV+ in FA.

He’s young and is a great run defender. If he even shows glimpses of pass rush, people will look at a 25 year old and think he still has upside and pay him.

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Look at what Dayo got in FA and his level of production to receive that deal.

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because we spent a fourth rounder on him three years ago. If you are forced to FA/trade only you pay through the nose. You need some cheap bodies who can play.

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They’ve signed a few interesting UDFA linemen too. Day 2 was wonky but overall it seems good.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 12:28:01, in reply to "Maybe a b- ish draft for the Bears? Nice drop for Thieneman at a position of need."

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I’m ugly.

In retrospect I think it was perfectly fine

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 11:23:34, in reply to "Maybe a b- ish draft for the Bears? Nice drop for Thieneman at a position of need."

They took the 2nd best safety instead of the 8th best edge, so that’s smart. And also filled a big hole. Listening to some Bears pods today it didn’t seem like they were that high in EMW so if true this was a good use of the pick IMO

Iowa linemen are usually pretty dependable so Jones is cool. They neede a TE3, and apparently Roush can block very well. Also there was a TE run after so if they got their best guy, good. Maybe it was a reach but maybe not considering where offenses are heading. Thomas is still a question but if he can make an impact in the return game he’ll have value. But that’s the weakest pick on paper.

Day 3 seems very good. Good value with Muhammad and the ASU kid who by all accounts is a great locker room guy to boot. The Ga Tech DL is exactly the kind of flyer you take in the 6th.

I wish they addressed DL more but it was a weak class and I’m glad they didn’t reach for one.

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espn gave them a b. a lot of it depends upon the center.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 26, 2026, 8:28:48, in reply to "Maybe a b- ish draft for the Bears? Nice drop for Thieneman at a position of need."

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Comes down to jones I think. If he is the guy that Ben needs to make the offense hum…*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CoronaTheirAss' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 21:23:15, in reply to "Maybe a b- ish draft for the Bears? Nice drop for Thieneman at a position of need."

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Picks by conference

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 19:49:13, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://x.com/bmarcello/status/2048196288814931973?s=46&t=Z2WDeGTY1oiKv3V21L4QWw

Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

Hank Beatty signing with the Titans. Good luck Hank!*

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 19:43:59, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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being reported that Luke signed with the Lions*

Posted by ECEIllinois <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ECEIllinois' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 18:58:32, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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bears end up with most athletic class

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 18:56:56, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://x.com/nextgenstats/status/2048180001959547171?s=46&t=4X3KdrT0PE450EIv_JjO2w

so they have that going for them.

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Bears sign QB Miller Moss. He was teammaes with Caleb at USC

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 18:56:39, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://x.com/HGrahamNFL/status/2048181023565873431?s=20

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RUMOR: Green Bay signs Josh Gesky.*

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 18:52:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"Friday tailgates suck. People have jobs and school."

San Francisco signs James Thompson Jr. as UDFA*

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 18:47:22, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"Friday tailgates suck. People have jobs and school."

$280,000 guaranteed *

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 19:01:20, in reply to "San Francisco signs James Thompson Jr. as UDFA*"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"Friday tailgates suck. People have jobs and school."

I can’t believe Altmyer went undrafted*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 18:23:53, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I can’t believe Kalikmanis got drafted*

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"Friday tailgates suck. People have jobs and school."

I can't believe it's not butter!

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 18:48:55, in reply to "I can’t believe Kalikmanis got drafted*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Miles Scott*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 17:37:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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That's awesome*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JacobRDaugherty' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 17:38:05, in reply to "Miles Scott*"

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DBU*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 17:40:12, in reply to "That's awesome*"

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I thought Gesky would be the last Lovie recruit to get drafted but it was Miles*

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19 wins over 2 years and only 3 players drafted. Bret is a wizard *

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Beat UAB*

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 18:05:59, in reply to "19 wins over 2 years and only 3 players drafted. Bret is a wizard *"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"Friday tailgates suck. People have jobs and school."

Hope Luke gets drafted and doesn't feel likely*

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ouch. kaliakmanis goes ahead of altmyer*

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 16:45:04, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Altmyer will be in a camp somewhere but next year will be starring the UFL

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 17:48:03, in reply to "ouch. kaliakmanis goes ahead of altmyer*"

Battlehawks starting QB

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And the Tex’s Tech Guy. Criminally stupid*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 17:30:39, in reply to "ouch. kaliakmanis goes ahead of altmyer*"

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There is a 0.0% chance either of these guys have better pro careers than luke*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 17:41:59, in reply to "And the Tex’s Tech Guy. Criminally stupid*"

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was about to say. that dude sucked*

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BE THE GM: At 213, you’d have taken…

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 16:27:19, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

VJ Payne, S

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Bears dealt both their 7s for a late 6th*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 16:20:48, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Jordan van den Berg-DL-Georgia Tech

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 16:22:08, in reply to "Bears dealt both their 7s for a late 6th*"

PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Jordan van den Berg began to hit his stride at Georgia Tech in 2024 after three quiet years as a backup at Penn State. Elite testing numbers at his pro day will send scouts back to the tape for further evaluation. He possesses disruptive first-step quickness and heavy hands to beat blocks. He carries average mass and below-average length. He needs to prove he can take on NFL blockers at the point of attack. The career production looks a little light on paper, but van den Berg appears to possess translatable traits that could entice a team with a one-gapping defensive front to draft him on Day 3.

BY LANCE ZIERLEIN

NFL Analyst

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Ryan Poles is such an athlete slut*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 16:43:47, in reply to "Jordan van den Berg-DL-Georgia Tech"

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What GM isn’t?*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 17:28:34, in reply to "Ryan Poles is such an athlete slut*"

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See above from Ari.*

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seems like a reach; I had him going in the 7th round in my mock*

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 16:29:45, in reply to "Jordan van den Berg-DL-Georgia Tech"

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Seems fine, w/e. Very DA-ey profile*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 16:26:18, in reply to "Jordan van den Berg-DL-Georgia Tech"

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has the entire Texas Tech team been drafted this weekend?*

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 16:04:49, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Austin booker is a year younger than Logan jones. Heh*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 15:33:21, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Jc davis to the giants at 192*

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I know most didn’t like the Bears draft even in the moment, but taking a step back…

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 14:07:40, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

it feels even more disappointing to me.

The one actual need that we expected to have which was filled in this draft was getting Theinemann. And while I like the pick, it’s still at a position that the league doesn’t view as being that important these days.

Then we had to use our 2nd round pick on a center because our big free agent signing retired. Out of the front office’s control that it became a need, but still sucks to have use a top pick on a position that was supposed to be solidified.

Then we use our other top 100 picks on what will be TE3 and WR4 or WR5 this year. Obviously you aren’t just drafting for the coming season and those are long-term plays, but it’s hard to feel great about that when you not only seemed to reach but did so at non-positions of need.

Really wanted this draft to give us at least 2-3 guys we could project as long-term starters on defense, wasn’t counting on using those spots for a blocking TE and gadget/kick returner. But maybe Ben will turn Thomas into Tyreek Hill and this will sound foolish.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I just have so many issues with the thought process yesterday.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 15:06:12, in reply to "I know most didn’t like the Bears draft even in the moment, but taking a step back…"

First 3 rounds, you'd like to have some sort of vision to a guy being a starter on your team. With Roush and Thomas, almost impossible to see it.

4 years from now, are we going to say we need to throw a big contract at either of our 3rd rounders? Even a medium contract at either of these guys? With free agency as a wasteland, you need to find guys that will 1) fill significant roles on your team and 2) that you can then re-sign.

Heck even Logan Jones is going to play this year at 25 years old and may not even start.

And then, whose tapping these guys on the shoulder to say "Do you need to take these guys here or can you wait?" Feels like awful value for all 3 of them.

I actually like the picks so far today. Just really hard to get past yesterday.

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Valid points but problem is the edge/DT class was incredibly underwhelming

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 14:15:52, in reply to "I know most didn’t like the Bears draft even in the moment, but taking a step back…"

At 25 all were a reach. And by 57 nothing was left that was worth a damn.

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Also DA scheme fit issues shrinks the pool a ton*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 15:20:42, in reply to "Valid points but problem is the edge/DT class was incredibly underwhelming"

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At 25 all were a reach. And by 57 nothing was left that was worth a damn.

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BE THE GM: With the 166th pick, you’d take…

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 14:05:13, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

C Brian Parker from Duke

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Saints trade for Tyree Wilson. Welcome to Chicago Cam Jordan!

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:30:37, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Probably?

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that might make sense based upon what poles said after last night.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:43:10, in reply to "Saints trade for Tyree Wilson. Welcome to Chicago Cam Jordan!"

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Probably?

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Top 10 pick traded for a R7 vs. R5 swap. Brutal pick, doubt the Saints are counting on much there*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:34:14, in reply to "Saints trade for Tyree Wilson. Welcome to Chicago Cam Jordan!"

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Probably?

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

He was the Keldric Faulk of his draft. Traits over production

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:54:35, in reply to "Top 10 pick traded for a R7 vs. R5 swap. Brutal pick, doubt the Saints are counting on much there*"

and still little production

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Probably?

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BE THE GM: With the 124th pick, you'd have taken...

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:26:41, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Think I'd have taken Malik Muhammad? So let's go with that.

Hoping I can get a center in the 5th.

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CB was a low key need imo. Good with this.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:20:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I’m ugly.

Helps the goal of making the QB hold the ball longer*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:37:24, in reply to "CB was a low key need imo. Good with this.*"

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without a doubt, especially with all of the snaps wright played last year.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:22:06, in reply to "CB was a low key need imo. Good with this.*"

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Yeah, this draft has obviously been a bust from a DE/DT position but Allen is creative

when it comes to bringing pressure. I’m not sure about the TE or WR they took but I’m glad they’re not reaching for DL just to say they took someone. Would a third rounder really change the outlook for the group as a whole? I’m not sure.

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I’m ugly.

I like it*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:19:28, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Bears traded up to 124*

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:11:00, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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And every trade, whether we go up or down, we seem to get the worst side of the value chart*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:42:13, in reply to "Bears traded up to 124*"

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Drafted CB Malik Muhammad. Wasn't positive he's a fit for what Allen likes, but I like this.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:19:27, in reply to "Bears traded up to 124*"

Just a wasteland at DE and DT and they need the CB help.

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they maybe looking at the veteran free agents to fill that hole seeing as they liked no one in this

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:24:55, in reply to "Drafted CB Malik Muhammad. Wasn't positive he's a fit for what Allen likes, but I like this."

draft? Calis Campbell and maybe a Bosa or Clowney for the rush?

They could be cheap and one year "prove it" deals as they have injury issues and are a little older?

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Just a wasteland at DE and DT and they need the CB help.

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They might be able to grab a late cut from another team as at least replacement level 1 year fix*

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:58:37, in reply to "they maybe looking at the veteran free agents to fill that hole seeing as they liked no one in this"

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draft? Calis Campbell and maybe a Bosa or Clowney for the rush?

They could be cheap and one year "prove it" deals as they have injury issues and are a little older?

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Just a wasteland at DE and DT and they need the CB help.

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I’m not sure there’s much point to bring in someone to just be a body

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:08:01, in reply to "They might be able to grab a late cut from another team as at least replacement level 1 year fix*"

Doesn’t really help

I definitely think they need insurance there. Not expecting anything from Turner/Dayo*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:20:38, in reply to "I’m not sure there’s much point to bring in someone to just be a body"

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Doesn’t really help

Bringing in a replacement level edge is not insurance. It’s just a body

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:23:00, in reply to "I definitely think they need insurance there. Not expecting anything from Turner/Dayo*"

A body that can be found at any time

Nah, it's insurance*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:25:26, in reply to "Bringing in a replacement level edge is not insurance. It’s just a body"

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A body that can be found at any time

Freely available talent is not insurance

It doesn’t insure anything if it can be had at any time.

Now if you want to talk about something with the potential to be better than replacement level and possibly impact the roster then I’m on board

Seems like insurance to me.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:33:37, in reply to "Freely available talent is not insurance"

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Is this like a misconception of what replacement level means?

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:41:17, in reply to "Seems like insurance to me.*"

Replacement level was devised to be a baseline standard. It is the lowest of the low that can competently play the game as opposed to like fans going out there.

It was devised in baseball to be basically a AAA team playing in MLB. A team made up of replacement level players would win 48 games.

It is freely available talent i.e. a replacement level player is Scott Kingery. It means someone that could be had a literally any time to put a body on the field as the absolute baseline player for the league.

That concept is not insurance in any sense of meaning. If you have to put replacement level players on the field your team is in a bad space.

The Bears should not be looking for replacement level players in any sense to add at the end of training camp. It is pointless and it is not insurance.

Now during the season as injuries take their place they’ll probably have to find replacement level players off the practice squad and waivers to fill in some roster spots.

Think it's a misconception of what's worth arguing about on your part.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:47:22, in reply to "Is this like a misconception of what replacement level means?"

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Replacement level players are guys on practice squads and playing in the UFL*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 13:44:31, in reply to "Is this like a misconception of what replacement level means?"

They'd better be. Because what they have ain't it.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:27:29, in reply to "they maybe looking at the veteran free agents to fill that hole seeing as they liked no one in this"

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draft? Calis Campbell and maybe a Bosa or Clowney for the rush?

They could be cheap and one year "prove it" deals as they have injury issues and are a little older?

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Just a wasteland at DE and DT and they need the CB help.

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I’d be pretty surprised if they add anyone, somehow they seem content to roll with this group.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:37:35, in reply to "They'd better be. Because what they have ain't it.*"

In theory they have a pretty complete depth chart on the line so they’re probably just going with this group even if it sucks. There’s a ton of money invested in it, it’s just bad money.

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draft? Calis Campbell and maybe a Bosa or Clowney for the rush?

They could be cheap and one year "prove it" deals as they have injury issues and are a little older?

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Just a wasteland at DE and DT and they need the CB help.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

It seems like they are betting on Turner and Dayo as contributors. Don't like that.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:55:14, in reply to "I’d be pretty surprised if they add anyone, somehow they seem content to roll with this group."

I'd build that room assuming you'll get nothing from either, considering that's basically what they were contributing before they got hurt.

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In theory they have a pretty complete depth chart on the line so they’re probably just going with this group even if it sucks. There’s a ton of money invested in it, it’s just bad money.

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draft? Calis Campbell and maybe a Bosa or Clowney for the rush?

They could be cheap and one year "prove it" deals as they have injury issues and are a little older?

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Just a wasteland at DE and DT and they need the CB help.

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a corner. Malik Muhammad of Texas*

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Jets just traded up with the Bengals. I hate the Bengals moving back 18 spots when they have a slot

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 11:37:41, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

corner need.

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Although they turned a 6th into a late 4th so, maybe not that terrible.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 11:39:56, in reply to "Jets just traded up with the Bengals. I hate the Bengals moving back 18 spots when they have a slot"

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corner need.

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I like that Halton pick, MC.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 11:33:25, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Finallllllllly *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 12:00:14, in reply to "I like that Halton pick, MC.*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Welp. DTs going early. Here's guys I've got my eye on for the Bears today.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 11:31:24, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

DT Gracen Holton
CB Devin Moore
CB Will Lee
DE Dani Dennis-Sutton

Not a lot of great scheme fits on the line in this range.

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Yikes, and now Halton goes.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 11:32:53, in reply to "Welp. DTs going early. Here's guys I've got my eye on for the Bears today."

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DT Gracen Halton
CB Devin Moore
CB Will Lee
DE Dani Dennis-Sutton

Not a lot of great scheme fits on the line in this range.

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I think my least favorite Jets picks are Bailey and Sadiq*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 11:17:00, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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McCoy to Raiders. We shall see how this works out*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 11:10:10, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Have to think they add a veteran edge post-draft.

doesn’t really solve anything long-term but maybe you squeeze a decent year out of cam jordan or someone like that

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Hey VIV, this draft sucks. YOU PROMISED! /Weberface

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:52:07, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

At least the Bears took a stud safety. So you Bear fans have that going for you.

- Seattle made great picks
- Dallas made great picks
- KC got a tremendous prospect
- PHI got a fun WR prospect

All my hate watches are gonna be terrible. Thank goodness for the Rams at least.

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Extremely strange Day 2 for the Bears. I trust Ben but still don’t feel great.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:42:23, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I’m ugly.

I don’t trust Ben to make draft evals. I’m not sure why there’s that blind trust.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:44:41, in reply to "Extremely strange Day 2 for the Bears. I trust Ben but still don’t feel great.*"

I don’t trust any coach to be an draft evaluators. Hell I don’t even trust the draft evaluators to be good draft evaluators.

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Agree on eval but I do trust him to put these guys to good use*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 9:01:30, in reply to "I don’t trust Ben to make draft evals. I’m not sure why there’s that blind trust."

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I don’t trust any coach to be an draft evaluators. Hell I don’t even trust the draft evaluators to be good draft evaluators.

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Yeah I’m sure he’ll use the skills well and be clear on what he wants in his schemes.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 10:42:02, in reply to "Agree on eval but I do trust him to put these guys to good use*"

But he’s a second year head coach, we shouldn’t be trusting him to play GM.

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I don’t trust any coach to be an draft evaluators. Hell I don’t even trust the draft evaluators to be good draft evaluators.

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Well I’m not sure who gets final say on these picks. Since they’re taking offensive players

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:50:37, in reply to "I don’t trust Ben to make draft evals. I’m not sure why there’s that blind trust."

I assume it’s because Ben specifically wants them. There is some validity to the Parcells POV that if you’re going to be the chef you should be picking the ingredients.

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I don’t trust any coach to be personnel evaluators.

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I’m ugly.

The problem there is that most coaches don’t understand draft value and guys get taken too soon.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:57:30, in reply to "Well I’m not sure who gets final say on these picks. Since they’re taking offensive players "

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I assume it’s because Ben specifically wants them. There is some validity to the Parcells POV that if you’re going to be the chef you should be picking the ingredients.

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I don’t trust any coach to be personnel evaluators.

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That’s fair. Like I said, I don’t know who’s making these decisions. It could be all Poles as

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 9:10:02, in reply to "The problem there is that most coaches don’t understand draft value and guys get taken too soon.*"

we all know has really struggled in the middle rounds, regardless of side of the ball.

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I assume it’s because Ben specifically wants them. There is some validity to the Parcells POV that if you’re going to be the chef you should be picking the ingredients.

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I don’t trust any coach to be personnel evaluators.

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I’m ugly.

I agree with you that the coach should be heavily involved. There is a lot of truth to the chef

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 9:20:25, in reply to "That’s fair. Like I said, I don’t know who’s making these decisions. It could be all Poles as "

argument. I just don’t think it works out well often when the coach is the primary in charge of picking guys.

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we all know has really struggled in the middle rounds, regardless of side of the ball.

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I assume it’s because Ben specifically wants them. There is some validity to the Parcells POV that if you’re going to be the chef you should be picking the ingredients.

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I don’t trust any coach to be personnel evaluators.

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biggs: benjo’s offense relies upon a unicorn at center, especially running the outside zone.

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:21:37, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

wouldn’t be surprised to see him play sooner rather than later.

also noted smythe played close to 300 snaps in the regular season and 50 in the playoffs and that roush was one of the few tes in the draft that could play in line and move.

thomas is a swiss army knife with speed. could line up in the slot, backfield, and / or return kicks.

poles knows they still have to address the dline and hopes to do so today and throughout the rest of the offseason. board just didn’t fall their way and trading up was going to be cost prohibitive for them.

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Is Jermod McCoy going to be drafted?

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 4:44:30, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

RUMOUR he needs more knee surgery.

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"Friday tailgates suck. People have jobs and school."

CBS Sports guys reminding kids that the NIL $ doesn't compare to an NFL contract (video).

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 10:04:19, in reply to "Is Jermod McCoy going to be drafted?"

https://247sports.com/video/biggest-losers-after-day-2-jermod-mccoy-13786783/

No one here knows that, but it must be pretty bad. *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 5:56:07, in reply to "Is Jermod McCoy going to be drafted?"

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RUMOUR he needs more knee surety.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

At this point, the rumors of him needing another surgery

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 7:49:42, in reply to "No one here knows that, but it must be pretty bad. *"

and being out for the whole season seem accurate.

Feel terrible for that kid.

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RUMOUR he needs more knee surety.

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If it was just that, I’d totally have drafted him by now if I was a GM.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:02:10, in reply to "At this point, the rumors of him needing another surgery"

Feels like there must be concerns about whether he can even be healthy after that.

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and being out for the whole season seem accurate.

Feel terrible for that kid.

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RUMOUR he needs more knee surety.

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I think the 2 years straight out of football is a big thing too. Both are in play.

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:04:01, in reply to "If it was just that, I’d totally have drafted him by now if I was a GM."

I would have taken him by now too.

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Feels like there must be concerns about whether he can even be healthy after that.

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and being out for the whole season seem accurate.

Feel terrible for that kid.

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RUMOUR he needs more knee surety.

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As posted below, though, we are now to the point that he’s probably worth a pick

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 7:53:55, in reply to "At this point, the rumors of him needing another surgery"

You’re not getting a year 1/2 starter in the 4th round anyway. Picks on the third day are all long shots to become productive starters, so the odds of him making a near full recovery from knee surgeries are probably as good as some rando with a low grade turning into a good player.

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and being out for the whole season seem accurate.

Feel terrible for that kid.

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RUMOUR he needs more knee surety.

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Agreed. Teams take P/K in 4th rounds. Gamble on it. *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:48:50, in reply to "As posted below, though, we are now to the point that he’s probably worth a pick"

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and being out for the whole season seem accurate.

Feel terrible for that kid.

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RUMOUR he needs more knee surety.

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Agreed.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 8:05:00, in reply to "As posted below, though, we are now to the point that he’s probably worth a pick"

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and being out for the whole season seem accurate.

Feel terrible for that kid.

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RUMOUR he needs more knee surety.

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Spackler- my “you be the GM picks”

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 4:40:56, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

1. Dillon Thieneman S Oregon
2. Jermod McCoy CB Tennessee
3. Ted Hurst WR Georgia St
3. Keionte Scott NB TheU

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I am going to give us each outs if we’d like to sub out McCoy.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 6:47:36, in reply to "Spackler- my “you be the GM picks”"

Not like we had access to medicals.

I’m gonna sub in TJ Parker.

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1. Dillon Thieneman S Oregon
2. Jermod McCoy CB Tennessee
3. Ted Hurst WR Georgia St
3. Keionte Scott NB TheU

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Yeah—if he was your pick for round 2, then logically he’s also the pick in every subsequent round.*

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 25, 2026, 7:40:45, in reply to "I am going to give us each outs if we’d like to sub out McCoy."

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Not like we had access to medicals.

I’m gonna sub in TJ Parker.

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1. Dillon Thieneman S Oregon
2. Jermod McCoy CB Tennessee
3. Ted Hurst WR Georgia St
3. Keionte Scott NB TheU

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Also think the FOs explanations here are a lot of when BPA poisons the thought process.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 23:33:41, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

BPA operates on the false assumption that your board is correct.

You have to have some sort of ability to read the room and understand how your evals may differ from others and adjust course accordingly.

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Drew a velus jones reference from the Athletic show*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:39:47, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Zavion Thomas was 266th on Matt Miller's board. 260th on Brugler's.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:39:39, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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Dane Brugler says about Thomas:

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:56:31, in reply to "Zavion Thomas was 266th on Matt Miller's board. 260th on Brugler's."

http://x.com/kfishbain/status/2047867120751382839?s=20

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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the guy the 49ers took right after, is ranked in the 300s. What is the thought process here*

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:45:38, in reply to "Zavion Thomas was 266th on Matt Miller's board. 260th on Brugler's."

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

I will give Poles as much shit as anyone, but when there’s a reach of this magnitude…

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:48:40, in reply to "the guy the 49ers took right after, is ranked in the 300s. What is the thought process here*"

I generally assume that at least in the vast majority of cases, these guys were going to get drafted way earlier than the mock drafters had them ranked. It’s not like those are actual rankings that teams are following.

Doesn’t mean it’s a good pick, but I give the benefit of the doubt that this guy wasn’t actually gonna get picked in the 7th round.

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I've heard a lot that the opposite is the case.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:53:09, in reply to "I will give Poles as much shit as anyone, but when there’s a reach of this magnitude…"

That the good drafting teams use consensus boards so that they might have a guy #1 on their board, but they'll draft someone else and wait a couple rounds to take him.

That's the thing that makes no sense to me. Where is Zavian Thomas on your board? Is he a 2nd round value? Do you have him head and shoulders above other guys? If you've got him anywhere near other players, you just have to wait on him.

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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I don't think there are any defensive guys worth taking that fit. Thomas has the speed and versatile

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:51:48, in reply to "I will give Poles as much shit as anyone, but when there’s a reach of this magnitude…"

with slot receiving and kick/punt return.

I just don't like any of the remaining defensive guys.

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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Once you get past the second round there’s no one to truly like, but…

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 22:00:56, in reply to "I don't think there are any defensive guys worth taking that fit. Thomas has the speed and versatile"

you have to just give yourself as many swings as possible.

Which is why drafting one edge in the first 4 rounds across his entire 5-year draft career is problematic. At some point you just take the best one at that position on your board.

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with slot receiving and kick/punt return.

I just don't like any of the remaining defensive guys.

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

They’ve drafted a TE3 and a KR. Plenty of better defensive value

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:59:49, in reply to "I don't think there are any defensive guys worth taking that fit. Thomas has the speed and versatile"

unless no one fits the scheme, which seems to be a problem fit-wise

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with slot receiving and kick/punt return.

I just don't like any of the remaining defensive guys.

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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His reaches have been bad though. Hypollite last year in particular*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:50:31, in reply to "I will give Poles as much shit as anyone, but when there’s a reach of this magnitude…"

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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Ahh yes, the guy who got terribly injured trying to make a tackle*

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:57:32, in reply to "His reaches have been bad though. Hypollite last year in particular*"

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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Velus, Kiran, Ruben, and Zavion have probably been his biggest reaches so far.

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 23:05:18, in reply to "Ahh yes, the guy who got terribly injured trying to make a tackle*"

Not a great record.

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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In his defense, that’s how most defensive players get hurt*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 22:00:34, in reply to "Ahh yes, the guy who got terribly injured trying to make a tackle*"

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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Can’t call him a bust yet but he added little last year*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:51:14, in reply to "His reaches have been bad though. Hypollite last year in particular*"

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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He does this over and over. I like this pick much more than Roush.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:42:41, in reply to "Zavion Thomas was 266th on Matt Miller's board. 260th on Brugler's."

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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Definitely gives off ‘smartest guy in the room’ vibes despite not earning it at all.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:42:28, in reply to "Zavion Thomas was 266th on Matt Miller's board. 260th on Brugler's."

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A big flaw of Ryan Poles is not understanding when you can likely get guys later and should take some risk and wait.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

lol we took one defender and the Ben decided to go all in*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:38:34, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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“Ok you got yours Ryan, I’ll take over from here.”*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:39:16, in reply to "lol we took one defender and the Ben decided to go all in*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Well, Ben Johnson is clearly running the show.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:38:04, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I hate today's Bears draft.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:37:53, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Jones is fine but the third round was baffling*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:45:48, in reply to "I hate today's Bears draft.*"

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I can't imagine why Ryan Poles struggles in the 3rd round.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:47:41, in reply to "Jones is fine but the third round was baffling*"

Takes a TE3 and a gadget kick return guy.

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Fire Dennis Allen*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:50:19, in reply to "I can't imagine why Ryan Poles struggles in the 3rd round."

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Takes a TE3 and a gadget kick return guy.

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Yeah I dunno where the blame lies, but at some point, gonna have to draft more DL.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 23:30:25, in reply to "Fire Dennis Allen*"

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Takes a TE3 and a gadget kick return guy.

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Agreed. And I don't even mind the Logan Jones pick that much*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:41:15, in reply to "I hate today's Bears draft.*"

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The Beast had a 7th round grade on Thomas*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:39:28, in reply to "I hate today's Bears draft.*"

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i like the speed there along with the ability to be a returner.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:39:15, in reply to "I hate today's Bears draft.*"

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BE THE GM: At the 89th pick, you'd take...

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:36:13, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

DT Gracen Halton

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Fuck it, let’s take Bryce Lance*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:36:13, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Wrong WR lol*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:37:10, in reply to "Fuck it, let’s take Bryce Lance*"

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Man poor Jermod McCoy. Dude must be off so many boards.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:28:26, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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At this point the signing bonus is the only guarantee

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:33:46, in reply to "Man poor Jermod McCoy. Dude must be off so many boards.*"

Assuming his knee isn’t totally fucked (and at this point it has to be?) teams aren’t on the hook for much

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Like if you're Miami, you have a million picks. Just take him.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:29:19, in reply to "Man poor Jermod McCoy. Dude must be off so many boards.*"

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gracen halton seems dennis allen-ish if he lasts that long*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:01:01, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Yep*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:18:04, in reply to "gracen halton seems dennis allen-ish if he lasts that long*"

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I like the potential of Kaleb Proctor*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:04:29, in reply to "gracen halton seems dennis allen-ish if he lasts that long*"

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LOL. Allar’s family are Browns season ticket holders*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:59:52, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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wow Steelers get 1st round top 5 talent Allar in the 3rd. huge value*

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:57:38, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Steelers/PSU fans... "not this shit again."*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:04:23, in reply to "wow Steelers get 1st round top 5 talent Allar in the 3rd. huge value*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Forgot about that one week where the compromised insiders had to spread that narrative*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:59:46, in reply to "wow Steelers get 1st round top 5 talent Allar in the 3rd. huge value*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

At least we didn’t draft Drew Allar*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:57:15, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Ben can do no wrong, but in the abstract I hate it*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:54:58, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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even if these guys are all good, they still have no defensive line*

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:56:51, in reply to "Ben can do no wrong, but in the abstract I hate it*"

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aren’t they expecting booker and dayo to continue to develop?*

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Booker, I can see. With the Achilles it’s hard to see Dayo being much of a factor

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:22:40, in reply to "aren’t they expecting booker and dayo to continue to develop?*"

at least early on

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It was also gonna take a miracle evaluation for anyone at 25 or above to truly solve that issue.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:11:32, in reply to "even if these guys are all good, they still have no defensive line*"

Doesn’t mean you can totally punt that position in 5 straight drafts though (which he has done).

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Who needs a dline when we're gonna out score everyone by 20?

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:01:34, in reply to "even if these guys are all good, they still have no defensive line*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

giants took another WR? ok *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:50:39, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Whoops. Nevermind...

"Mark Rypien, former Washington Redskins quarterback, has primarily discussed suffering from severe, long-term traumatic brain injury (TBI) and depression, which he attributes to numerous, unrecorded concussions throughout his football career."

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Mel obsessed with Roush’s arms*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:45:11, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Someone tell me when Mark Rypien is done talking*

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Jesus, Mark. Get on with it. That being said, the draft on the National Mall next year is awesome.

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:44:08, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Until it gets Trumped up. Literally.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:45:50, in reply to "Jesus, Mark. Get on with it. That being said, the draft on the National Mall next year is awesome."

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

They must love this guy. Whatever.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:43:51, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I’m ugly.

Announce the pick jackass*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:42:46, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Where's the hook from Showtime at the Apollo when you need it?

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Washington dude thinks this a political convention.*

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Smythe replacement*

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:41:31, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Way too early for this low need, he would have been available much later.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:53:14, in reply to "Smythe replacement*"

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Except he’s not a good blocking TE*

Posted by NastyBoyd <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=NastyBoyd' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:44:32, in reply to "Smythe replacement*"

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Huh? The NFL network dudes seemed to think he’s a good blocking TE*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:47:08, in reply to "Except he’s not a good blocking TE*"

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Small arms and slower first step*

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Lol*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:54:10, in reply to "Small arms and slower first step*"

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greg gabriel claims he’s the best blocking te in the draft? trust in ben.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:45:53, in reply to "Except he’s not a good blocking TE*"

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guru fight! someone is saying he has short arms and cannot block *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:47:57, in reply to "greg gabriel claims he’s the best blocking te in the draft? trust in ben.*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Mel did. He kept saying he had short arms. Couldn’t block because short arms

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:50:22, in reply to "guru fight! someone is saying he has short arms and cannot block *"

Couldn’t make tough catches because short arms

Short arms

The short arms thing always cracks me up

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:58:43, in reply to "Mel did. He kept saying he had short arms. Couldn’t block because short arms"

I get the reasoning behind the super draft nerds harping on it but it’s so overblown.

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Couldn’t make tough catches because short arms

Short arms

Ask Will Campbell about it*

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I get the reasoning behind the super draft nerds harping on it but it’s so overblown.

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Couldn’t make tough catches because short arms

Short arms

I will in a few years*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 21:07:01, in reply to "Ask Will Campbell about it*"

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I get the reasoning behind the super draft nerds harping on it but it’s so overblown.

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Couldn’t make tough catches because short arms

Short arms

Just moved to guard this week*

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I get the reasoning behind the super draft nerds harping on it but it’s so overblown.

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Couldn’t make tough catches because short arms

Short arms

See also Skoronski, Peter*

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I get the reasoning behind the super draft nerds harping on it but it’s so overblown.

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Couldn’t make tough catches because short arms

Short arms

how many whites?*

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Underwood and Ryan Poles Spider-Man meme*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:38:27, in reply to "how many whites?*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

how?

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

why? *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:35:09, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Who? *

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:34:30, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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WTF? A TE?

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Bizarre, bizarre choice.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:35:53, in reply to "WTF? A TE? "

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TE for the Bears?*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:34:25, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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WUT*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:34:22, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I mean it’s impossible to make sense of this, right?*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:35:20, in reply to "WUT*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

They know more than we do, but it’s odd*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:36:56, in reply to "I mean it’s impossible to make sense of this, right?*"

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Must be a high confidence long term evaluation combined with hating the current board*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:37:52, in reply to "They know more than we do, but it’s odd*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Allen’s scheme excludes virtually all DL apparently*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:39:50, in reply to "Must be a high confidence long term evaluation combined with hating the current board*"

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they're gonna run the same defense as the Illini. No DL needed*

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:41:57, in reply to "Allen’s scheme excludes virtually all DL apparently*"

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Also picked two guys with baby arms, not that I care that much about that*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:45:57, in reply to "they're gonna run the same defense at the Illini. No DL needed*"

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lol wtf. We just effectively guaranteed kmet's contract*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:34:22, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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you mean ended it?*

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:35:28, in reply to "lol wtf. We just effectively guaranteed kmet's contract*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

We restructured it. Didn't see numbers but that usually means making him harder to cut*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:36:52, in reply to "you mean ended it?*"

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Only save $10MM by cutting him next year now, think it was $13MM before.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:42:26, in reply to "We restructured it. Didn't see numbers but that usually means making him harder to cut*"

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I DUNNO, JIM!*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:34:12, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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That is one large human*

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BE THE GM: At the 69th pick, the Bears select...

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:32:40, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Dani Dennis-Sutton? I guess?

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DDS for me, too*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:33:12, in reply to "BE THE GM: At the 69th pick, the Bears select..."

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Dani Dennis-Sutton? I guess?

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Fuuuuuck. I wanted Bell at 72.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:32:16, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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did McCoy lose his leg? Getting close to taking a chance time for him*

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:30:53, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Teams prefer two-legged players

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:31:48, in reply to "did McCoy lose his leg? Getting close to taking a chance time for him*"

and he obviously one has one

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Yikes, Cardinals.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:27:52, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hoping Branch can fall to Bears, explosive player.*

Posted by gullit <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gullit' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:27:47, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Guessing the Bears go with Big Citrus (Dominique Orange)*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:27:34, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Doesn't fit DA's scheme.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:30:29, in reply to "Guessing the Bears go with Big Citrus (Dominique Orange)*"

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I kinda hate his scheme, in that the range of fits is narrow*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:32:39, in reply to "Doesn't fit DA's scheme.*"

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Yeah especially on the line.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:33:08, in reply to "I kinda hate his scheme, in that the range of fits is narrow*"

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I am not a Beck fan*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:22:40, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Cardinals…*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:22:38, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I can’t believe the 49ers reached on a WR at 33 and then traded out of 58 when the

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:00:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

guy they should have drafted at 33 fell to them.

Holy shit what a debacle.

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

So yeah, I’d have loved the Bills trade downs + Parker + EMW.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:58:09, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I feel like I watch a lot of Big Ten football, I’ve never even heard of that Michigan TE*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:57:14, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Ha I was just thinking the same*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:58:10, in reply to "I feel like I watch a lot of Big Ten football, I’ve never even heard of that Michigan TE*"

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Bears trade back with Titans*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:53:19, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Bears get a 5th round pick (144) along with the 69th pick*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:00:48, in reply to "Bears trade back with Titans*"

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Seems fine to me. Trade value charts be damned*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:02:19, in reply to "Bears get a 5th round pick (144) along with the 69th pick*"

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Poor value per JJ trade chart*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 20:00:21, in reply to "Bears trade back with Titans*"

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Nice.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:58:40, in reply to "Bears trade back with Titans*"

Pick 69.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Yes!*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:54:14, in reply to "Bears trade back with Titans*"

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I like it. Wonder what the calculus is for 60.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:52:14, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I’m ugly.

Bears love Iowa centers*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:52:10, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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BE THE GM: With the 57th pick, you’d have taken…

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:52:04, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Emanuel McNeil Warren

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McNeil-Warren*

Posted by illini222 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini222' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:54:46, in reply to "BE THE GM: With the 57th pick, you’d have taken…"

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Emanuel McNeil Warren

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Drink Everytime Brad Underwood says "Elite" in a press conference.

McCoy

Posted by Draino <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Draino' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:53:21, in reply to "BE THE GM: With the 57th pick, you’d have taken…"

Fuck it. Take a shot at greatness

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Emanuel McNeil Warren

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EMW. If our actual first pick, I think pregnon*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:53:15, in reply to "BE THE GM: With the 57th pick, you’d have taken…"

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Emanuel McNeil Warren

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Ok I don’t mind that. Just sucks that it was a position of need in the first place.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:51:29, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

exciting whites*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:51:47, in reply to "Ok I don’t mind that. Just sucks that it was a position of need in the first place.*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Logan Jones C Iowa. Good player. Think I would have liked to wait for the third*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:51:07, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Same*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:52:22, in reply to "Logan Jones C Iowa. Good player. Think I would have liked to wait for the third*"

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Logan Jones-C-Iowa. Probably starts right away so it's a need*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:51:00, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Bradbury is the starter*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:57:43, in reply to "Logan Jones-C-Iowa. Probably starts right away so it's a need*"

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Condiment chump

Posted by Draino <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Draino' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:50:46, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Gross. A Center

well that seems an entire round too early*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:51:15, in reply to "Ketchup pick"

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Gross. A Center

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Ketchup pick

Gross. A Center

Pregnon? Or does it have to be a center in the third*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:46:21, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Re: Pregnon? Or does it have to be a center in the third. Tiernan would be value if Ozzy is dead*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:47:07, in reply to "Pregnon? Or does it have to be a center in the third*"

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Eff the Patriots. Good for Gabe. Wanted him on the Bears*

Posted by ibdoc <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ibdoc' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:45:52, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Maybe just take Anthony Hill and have a great LB and Safety group for years to come?*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:45:30, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Definitely Team trade back now

Posted by Draino <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Draino' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:44:12, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

nobody I really love

guard from Oregon?

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:45:56, in reply to "Definitely Team trade back now"

best available lineman isn't a bad choice in general

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nobody I really love

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Damn that sucks. Gabe was a legitimately good fit for the Bears too.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:43:03, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Patriots had to have thought the Bears were picking an edge.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

This was my fear not taking edge at 25. Bears missed out on that 2nd edge tier.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:42:45, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Rats*

Posted by Draino <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Draino' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:41:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Darn it

fuck*

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

God dammit. And they moved up to get him. They had to believe we were taking him

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:42:39, in reply to "fuck* "

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

I will be annoyed if Emmanuel McNeil Warren is there at 57*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:25:45, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Philly could probably use him*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:34:12, in reply to "I will be annoyed if Emmanuel McNeil Warren is there at 57*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Was thinking same thing

Posted by Draino <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Draino' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:30:37, in reply to "I will be annoyed if Emmanuel McNeil Warren is there at 57*"

Jacas, McCoy, CJ Allen are preferred

McCoy’s knee must be really fucked*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:31:24, in reply to "Was thinking same thing"

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Jacas, McCoy, CJ Allen are preferred

Meh. They took the best player available. Anyone else was a reach

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:28:05, in reply to "I will be annoyed if Emmanuel McNeil Warren is there at 57*"

Dont pick worse players when better ones are available

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I really like this Jets draft.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:23:41, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Curtis Martin looks tiny*

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Big time run on DL, not gonna be any left worth taking for the Bears.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:00:15, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Could see them going OL + LB or one of those plus a trade down. But man, gotta find a way to upgrade that unit one of these days.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Trade down time?*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:04:47, in reply to "Big time run on DL, not gonna be any left worth taking for the Bears."

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Could see them going OL + LB or one of those plus a trade down. But man, gotta find a way to upgrade that unit one of these days.

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I’m ugly.

Or minor trade up if you like Jacas or Sutton and don’t want to punt your biggest need yet again*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:06:41, in reply to "Trade down time?*"

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Could see them going OL + LB or one of those plus a trade down. But man, gotta find a way to upgrade that unit one of these days.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

lol this rules*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:59:36, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

What are the odds we pick a WR?*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:58:11, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Lions gonna take Zion Young*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:52:21, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Don’t hate that pick by the Bengals, but I now have Jacob Rodriguez envy.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:52:15, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Couple edges that don't fit the Bears system go, so that's good.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:42:58, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I’ll never understand the Raiders*

Posted by OWWDig <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OWWDig' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:36:32, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Dammit, Giants.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:30:09, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Bills did the Spackler draft. Moved back, took an edge they could have taken at 25*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:19:29, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I think Shane Conlan has CTE*

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Billy Miller didn’t even attempt to do it*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:25:22, in reply to "I think Shane Conlan has CTE* "

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Was that cuz of CTE or cuz the dude being picked was in the green room?

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:29:11, in reply to "Billy Miller didn’t even attempt to do it*"

I figured since the dude was there they'd have the commish announce the pick like with everyone else that was there

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

And then goodell announces the next pick so maybe I was wrong

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:30:33, in reply to "Was that cuz of CTE or cuz the dude being picked was in the green room?"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Billy didn't look like all the lights were on

but, could have been that reason

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I figured since the dude was there they'd have the commish announce the pick like with everyone else that was there

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

They all do*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:20:54, in reply to "I think Shane Conlan has CTE* "

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2016 draft?

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

So I am hoping for 1 of the following to drop.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 17:46:49, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

CB Jermod McCoy
CB Colton Hood
CB Brandon Cisse
DE TJ Parker
DE Gabe Jacas
DE Zion Young
DT Christen Miller

Doubt one is available at 57, but man can dream.

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3 of these on the board with 5 picks to go.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 19:24:38, in reply to "So I am hoping for 1 of the following to drop."

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CB Jermod McCoy
CB Colton Hood
CB Brandon Cisse
DE TJ Parker
DE Gabe Jacas
DE Zion Young
DT Christen Miller Doubt one is available at 57, but man can dream.

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Other than DT, that’s mostly my list for 41.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:07:09, in reply to "So I am hoping for 1 of the following to drop."

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CB Jermod McCoy
CB Colton Hood
CB Brandon Cisse
DE TJ Parker
DE Gabe Jacas
DE Zion Young
DT Christen Miller Doubt one is available at 57, but man can dream.

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I’d love D’Angwlo Ponds if they go CB. Dude is a baller*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:05:33, in reply to "So I am hoping for 1 of the following to drop."

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CB Jermod McCoy
CB Colton Hood
CB Brandon Cisse
DE TJ Parker
DE Gabe Jacas
DE Zion Young
DT Christen Miller Doubt one is available at 57, but man can dream.

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Doesn’t fit DA’s CB preferences*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:12:57, in reply to "I’d love D’Angwlo Ponds if they go CB. Dude is a baller*"

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CB Jermod McCoy
CB Colton Hood
CB Brandon Cisse
DE TJ Parker
DE Gabe Jacas
DE Zion Young
DT Christen Miller Doubt one is available at 57, but man can dream.

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Yep, on my list too.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 18:07:29, in reply to "I’d love D’Angwlo Ponds if they go CB. Dude is a baller*"

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CB Jermod McCoy
CB Colton Hood
CB Brandon Cisse
DE TJ Parker
DE Gabe Jacas
DE Zion Young
DT Christen Miller Doubt one is available at 57, but man can dream.

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Also, Poles mentioned in his press conference last night they’ve got a thinner board than usual.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 12:56:47, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Basically said that it largely comes down to them being really honed in on scheme fit and not willing to push it or compromise. I imagine the weak draft comes into play there too.

Did make me wonder if they could actually package some picks to move up if an edge starts to slide round 2.

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TBH I expect them to move up to take an edge tonight

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 13:12:12, in reply to "Also, Poles mentioned in his press conference last night they’ve got a thinner board than usual."

I think they know they need help there and they need to come out of tonight with someone that they believe can have an impact

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

57 and 129 gets them to 50ish. 57 and 89 gets them to 42.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 13:26:11, in reply to "TBH I expect them to move up to take an edge tonight"

And then could see them move back with the 60th pick to something like 80 and get a 4th and 6th.

So they’d have 42, 80, 115, 129, 211, 239, 241.

I’m not a trade up guy, but I don’t hate that maneuvering.

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I think they know they need help there and they need to come out of tonight with someone that they believe can have an impact

For tonight, I’d be surprised if the Bears pick in all the spots they’re in now.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:32:31, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

My bet is they move back from 57 or 60 to pick up more draft capital.

That area of the draft feels tricky for the Bears needs. Think you’ll hit a big drop in edge quality after mid-2nd. The DT fits in this draft suck. There will be safeties there but they already picked one. Unlikely to find an OT.

Corner and WR might be your best bets for a BPA approach that also fits a need.

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Maybe, but as in the first round there are often random guys that drop

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 12:11:56, in reply to "For tonight, I’d be surprised if the Bears pick in all the spots they’re in now."

If there’s a guy they like that slips, grab him even if it’s not a big need position. Get the best guys available in the draft and then fill the last few holes with replacement level free agents.

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It'd be stupid but I wonder if they feel any pressure to stay in 57 as the Devin Hester pick*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:34:36, in reply to "For tonight, I’d be surprised if the Bears pick in all the spots they’re in now."

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is that a thing? It better not be a thing

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 12:32:48, in reply to "It'd be stupid but I wonder if they feel any pressure to stay in 57 as the Devin Hester pick*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Heinz is doing a promotion with Devin Hester for Mr. 57

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 12:35:16, in reply to "is that a thing? It better not be a thing"

Lifetime supply of ketchup for the pick.

and a sweet red blazer*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 12:56:08, in reply to "Heinz is doing a promotion with Devin Hester for Mr. 57"

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Lifetime supply of ketchup for the pick.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

If they do keep it, beware the barrage of posts about how CHICAGOANS DON't DO KETCHUP ON HOT DOGS!*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:50:24, in reply to "It'd be stupid but I wonder if they feel any pressure to stay in 57 as the Devin Hester pick*"

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LOL, well then if they stay there I think we can expect another HOF then. No pressure.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 24, 2026, 11:41:25, in reply to "It'd be stupid but I wonder if they feel any pressure to stay in 57 as the Devin Hester pick*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

lol I can’t get over how pissed McVay is

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:02:32, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://x.com/chasingsnyder/status/2047556391599055315?s=46&t=1RNaEoTzszuK8ZGMTKgLhA

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MVP QB. Best team in the league probably

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:07:27, in reply to "lol I can’t get over how pissed McVay is "

And you draft a fringe 1st round QB cause your GM promised his dad he was first rounder.

Pelissero pretty much says it bluntly.

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:46:12, in reply to "MVP QB. Best team in the league probably"

Simpson basically turned down $6.5 million from Miami because Snead told his parents he was drafting him at 13 months ago.

Inside the Rams’ selection of QB Ty Simpson at No. 13 overall — a pick months in the making. @gmfb @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/72L3edbtSj
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) April 24, 2026

I just don’t understand why they didn’t move down.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:21:05, in reply to "MVP QB. Best team in the league probably"

Move down 10 spots, pick up some extra picks, then you can at least argue you’re still putting assets into next year’s team.

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And you draft a fringe 1st round QB cause your GM promised his dad he was first rounder.

Yeah if they traded down and got some more picks it'd be more defensible*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:21:33, in reply to "I don’t mind them taking him as much as I do where they did."

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Move down 10 spots, pick up some extra picks, then you can at least argue you’re still putting assets into next year’s team.

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And you draft a fringe 1st round QB cause your GM promised his dad he was first rounder.

I'm just glad it was the Rams that did it and not the Cardinals.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:22:27, in reply to "Yeah if they traded down and got some more picks it'd be more defensible*"

I think he's just another Mac Jones type... mediocre with a few flashes... definitely not worth using real draft capital for him.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Is that the rumor?

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:11:48, in reply to "MVP QB. Best team in the league probably"

I'm not seeing the McVay dissension here (I can understand if he was upset... I just don't see it in the video)... and I would think the Rams would not want to piss him off.

If he wanted to leave, he'd be the most heavily sought after coach in the league since..........? At least since Denver gave up all of those picks to get Sean Payton, and probably more than that.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

McVay clearly did not seem happy last night in the post draft press conference

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:15:12, in reply to "Is that the rumor?"

He said that Simpson would be competing with Stetson Bennett haha.

McVay never talked to Simpson. Never met Simpson. How do you draft a QB your coach has never met?

What’s weird is they show that front office/coaching staff super tight on draft stuff in the past.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:27:14, in reply to "McVay clearly did not seem happy last night in the post draft press conference"

But it was hard not to think they were on totally different wavelengths.

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He said that Simpson would be competing with Stetson Bennett haha.

McVay never talked to Simpson. Never met Simpson. How do you draft a QB your coach has never met?

As I read your post this tweet appeared in my feed

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:33:10, in reply to "What’s weird is they show that front office/coaching staff super tight on draft stuff in the past."

2024-2025 and 2026..

😁😁🫠 pic.twitter.com/y9o37TPbjP
— RAM BLITZR. 💙💛 (@inurhead69) April 24, 2026

Tweets like this annoy me

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:48:53, in reply to "As I read your post this tweet appeared in my feed"

there very well may be a disturbance in the force, but it's easy to post something like that by cherry-picking pics that match the narrative.

True I just thought it was funny*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:50:38, in reply to "Tweets like this annoy me"

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there very well may be a disturbance in the force, but it's easy to post something like that by cherry-picking pics that match the narrative.

That is bonkers - especially when the HC is arguably is one of the most esteemed coaches in the NFL*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:17:11, in reply to "McVay clearly did not seem happy last night in the post draft press conference"

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He said that Simpson would be competing with Stetson Bennett haha.

McVay never talked to Simpson. Never met Simpson. How do you draft a QB your coach has never met?

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

The inside of my previous post on Snead was a bit of an exaggeration

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:20:10, in reply to "That is bonkers - especially when the HC is arguably is one of the most esteemed coaches in the NFL*"

But it's a bit ridiculous that Simpson's dad leaned on Snead to determine if Simpson should declare for the draft and Snead told him to and then drafted him.

Rams GM Les Snead and UT-Martin coach Jason Simpson have a very strong relationship—to the point where Snead helped advise the family when Jason's son, Ty, was making a decision on whether or not to declare for the draft.
Now, Ty Simpson is a Ram.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) April 24, 2026

Did you see the video from the press conference last night? McVay is definitely not happy*

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I didn't... was watching Ayo kick ass for the TWolves.*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:13:55, in reply to "Did you see the video from the press conference last night? McVay is definitely not happy*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Thienman coming out of HS: no big-name Midwest offers, all at the Purdue level?

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 8:43:56, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

As far as I can tell, it was schools like Minnesota, etc that offered: not Meechigan, tOSU or Dome. And the only reason he picked PU is because his brothers had been walk-ons there.

Obviously, this guy loves the pick...

https://www.si.com/nfl/bears/onsi/bears-pulled-off-biggest-round-1-heist-with-dillon-thieneman-pick

Why does the CBS guy give the pick a B?

Posted by ibdoc <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ibdoc' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 9:07:17, in reply to "Thienman coming out of HS: no big-name Midwest offers, all at the Purdue level?"

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2026-nfl-draft-grades-tracker-live-round-1-analysis/

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As far as I can tell, it was schools like Minnesota, etc that offered: not Meechigan, tOSU or Dome. And the only reason he picked PU is because his brothers had been walk-ons there.

Obviously, this guy loves the pick...

https://www.si.com/nfl/bears/onsi/bears-pulled-off-biggest-round-1-heist-with-dillon-thieneman-pick

Given some of the other grades he's giving, I wouldn't give this much thought.

Posted by Chicago1995 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chicago1995' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:16:52, in reply to "Why does the CBS guy give the pick a B? "

Seems like one of those contrary to be contrary and get clicks kind of pieces.

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https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2026-nfl-draft-grades-tracker-live-round-1-analysis/

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As far as I can tell, it was schools like Minnesota, etc that offered: not Meechigan, tOSU or Dome. And the only reason he picked PU is because his brothers had been walk-ons there.

Obviously, this guy loves the pick...

https://www.si.com/nfl/bears/onsi/bears-pulled-off-biggest-round-1-heist-with-dillon-thieneman-pick

His whole family went to Purdue. I don't think he only picked it because of his brothers

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 8:49:26, in reply to "Thienman coming out of HS: no big-name Midwest offers, all at the Purdue level?"

This is his dad

https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/AboutUs/News/Alumni_Features/ken-thieneman-receives-2025-construction-engineering-outstanding-alumni-award

Yep, whole family (other than Mom).

I guess sis just KNEW the whole family (other than Mom) would be pissed if she went anywhere else-she's at Purdue now.

Can't believe IndyStar left poor Dad and the younger sister out of this quote:

That’s exactly what made him the consummate Boilermaker. He wanted to follow his older brother’s overachieving path to Purdue, then leave it in the dust. He succeeded better than almost anyone could have imagined – perhaps even beyond his own propulsive self-confidence.

Semi-interesting: older walk-on brothers are at least seven years older than the newest Bear. So, kinda a split family dynamic. But one parent is a key influence, in addition to the two older brothers (are they kinda father figures? Ya know, whole family and all that?)

Hey, happy Friday everyone!! Another great day here.

You're right I'm sure the father who attended the school had zero influence on his 4 children

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 12:20:54, in reply to "Yep, whole family (other than Mom)."

who ended up following in his footsteps

Only the two brothers mattered because you read a paragraph in the indy star.

His son's success has destroyed his SEO*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 8:54:39, in reply to "His whole family went to Purdue. I don't think he only picked it because of his brothers"

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This is his dad

https://engineering.purdue.edu/CCE/AboutUs/News/Alumni_Features/ken-thieneman-receives-2025-construction-engineering-outstanding-alumni-award

Jacas slipping to the Bears at 57 would be tits*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 7:47:46, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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It really feels like we got a steal at a big time position of need at 25. There will be good

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 24, 2026, 10:05:32, in reply to "Jacas slipping to the Bears at 57 would be tits*"

options today for our 3 picks so I'm feeling good about where we're sitting.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I was JUST about to ask - any way he slips to us? *

Posted by aimlessillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=aimlessillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 8:18:44, in reply to "Jacas slipping to the Bears at 57 would be tits*"

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where there's a will there's a way

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 8:45:08, in reply to "I was JUST about to ask - any way he slips to us? *"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Sure. No one figured Thieneman would fall to 25*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 8:24:05, in reply to "I was JUST about to ask - any way he slips to us? *"

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Some day 2 mocks out there

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 7:42:50, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7224130/2026/04/24/nfl-mock-draft-2026-rounds-2-3-quarterbacks/

Has Bears taking:
57- Edge Keyron Crawford
60- WR Antonio Williams
89- DT Darrell Jackson Jr

https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/48543025/nfl-mock-draft-2026-round-2-3-best-available-prospects-team-predictions

57- DE Gabe Jacas (YES PLEASE! Doubt he makes it here)
60- C Sam Hecht (reacccccch)
89- DT Dominique Orange (doesn't fit the Bears scheme)

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biggs listed cb, edge, wr, and c as their biggest needs from here.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 7:23:19, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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One guys opinion on who is and isn't a fit for the Bears at edge next couple days.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 9:03:00, in reply to "biggs listed cb, edge, wr, and c as their biggest needs from here.*"

https://x.com/CFCBears/status/2032827617313714464

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Not DT?*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 8:24:21, in reply to "biggs listed cb, edge, wr, and c as their biggest needs from here.*"

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They have enough unfunny guys.*

Posted by Tortillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Tortillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 9:24:14, in reply to "Not DT?*"

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Round 1 thoughts

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 2:25:52, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

LOVE the Thieneman pick. Perfectly suited for what they need. Not knowing how bad McCoy’s knee is, I don’t think you could have hoped for any better at 25. They said they wanted to get more athletic and rangy at safety and Bryant and Thieneman are about as rangy a duo as you can get.

Other round 1 thoughts:
Cardinals, what are you doing?
Rams, what are you doing? McVay was piiiiissed in the press conference- he’s gone when Stafford retires.
Tate at 4 is one I didn’t even consider.
Downs at 11 is a steal.
Bain at 15 is a steal.
LOLOLOLOL Vikings.
Steelers were on the phone with Makai Lemon telling him they were taking him at 21 when the eagles traded up to get him at 20. Eagles kept trying to call Lemon and couldn’t get through. Hilarious.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Cards are desperately trying to reengage its extremely angry fanbase.

That's my read, anyway.

People are really getting fed up with the way they've burned everything to the ground.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I don’t think having an RB get murdered every week because he has no line or QB is the solve*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:42:05, in reply to "Cards are desperately trying to reengage its extremely angry fanbase."

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That's my read, anyway.

People are really getting fed up with the way they've burned everything to the ground.

There's a huge disconnect between the local media and national media

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 13:08:42, in reply to "I don’t think having an RB get murdered every week because he has no line or QB is the solve*"

Nobody thinks the OL is in a great place for Love this year...but even if you could hypothetically address all of the OL issues this year and are in a better position to integrate a new QB and RB next year...there's not going to be a Love. In 2 years, I'd rather have a revamped line, QB and Love than a revamped line, QB and no Love.

The other incredibly important consideration is that the Cardinals fanbase is nearly universally disconnected. There's no hope. This gives hope.

*shrug*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:54:47, in reply to "I don’t think having an RB get murdered every week because he has no line or QB is the solve*"

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That's my read, anyway.

People are really getting fed up with the way they've burned everything to the ground.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I knew we'd get OUR GUY. Oregon White Safety above anything else.*

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

So Snead is good friends with Simpson's dad and Simpson has never met McVay

What a clusterfuck. So yeah I'm sure Stafford wasn't involved in this either

Whoa... didn't see this before my comments above...*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:13:35, in reply to "So Snead is good friends with Simpson's dad and Simpson has never met McVay"

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What a clusterfuck. So yeah I'm sure Stafford wasn't involved in this either

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

yikes*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 10:52:48, in reply to "So Snead is good friends with Simpson's dad and Simpson has never met McVay"

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What a clusterfuck. So yeah I'm sure Stafford wasn't involved in this either

nm*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 10:52:47, in reply to "So Snead is good friends with Simpson's dad and Simpson has never met McVay"

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What a clusterfuck. So yeah I'm sure Stafford wasn't involved in this either

Can’t believe the Vikings took Banks*

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biggs called it the biggest surprise. boom or bust pick.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 7:16:36, in reply to "Can’t believe the Vikings took Banks*"

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I actually don't hate it in this years draft

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 10:55:38, in reply to "biggs called it the biggest surprise. boom or bust pick.*"

Picks in that range are a crapshoot anyway so i don't mind rolling the dice on a boom or bust. Dude looked like a menace in his highlights but we'll see if he stays healthy. As a Bears fan i'm hoping for bust.

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I just don’t get it in that spot. If you like him fine, but read the room and move down*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 11:33:25, in reply to "I actually don't hate it in this years draft"

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Also grading my mock, I got 9 team/player matches.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 24, 2026, 3:13:52, in reply to "Round 1 thoughts"

Not too shabby when missing most of the top 10.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Maybe not shocking but no one called about Mac Jones *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:49:55, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Was 8 minutes between picks too fast? Do we need nine?*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:08:16, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I can do 8 minutes, but 9? That’s a bit much; I am not from Havana*

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:17:27, in reply to "Was 8 minutes between picks too fast? Do we need nine?*"

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Nope. The broadcasts will adjust. Love that it went quicker.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:15:09, in reply to "Was 8 minutes between picks too fast? Do we need nine?*"

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Less time for the babbling was great. *

Posted by harb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=harb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:16:01, in reply to "Nope. The broadcasts will adjust. Love that it went quicker.*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Damnit Seattle *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:05:21, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Poor Jermod McCoy. Who was the last Jermod to slide this much in the draft?*

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:00:12, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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The one with a good knee*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:01:03, in reply to "Poor Jermod McCoy. Who was the last Jermod to slide this much in the draft?*"

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Great night for the Jets, snipes.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:56:39, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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yep. I was an arvell reese guy, but that's a great haul

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:01:20, in reply to "Great night for the Jets, snipes.*"

they needed pass catchers in the worst way, so sadiq and cooper is pretty exciting.

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Bills, a team after my own heart! 3 trade backs!*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:56:03, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I have had too many beverages to make sense of all the Bills trade backs... but it seems sexy.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:14:10, in reply to "Bills, a team after my own heart! 3 trade backs!*"

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The Athletic gave the Bears an A+*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:54:12, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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and those post-draft grades are always 100% accurate*

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:01:52, in reply to "The Athletic gave the Bears an A+*"

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B-*

Posted by Stu <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Stu' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 23:26:53, in reply to "and those post-draft grades are always 100% accurate*"

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Chicken Little poster child

Jets get pick 30, 49ers get 33, 179. So 27 turns into 33, 90, 179. Carl Spackler, thoughts? *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:49:51, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

So the Pats are moving Campbell to guard? Big time ooops pick there *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:44:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Pats get 28, Bills get 31 and 125 *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:43:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

I guess the Will Campbell LT experiment is over*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:44:32, in reply to "Pats get 28, Bills get 31 and 125 *"

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He was 5th overall? Always where you want to take a guard *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:45:09, in reply to "I guess the Will Campbell LT experiment is over*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

bears restructure jackson and kmet to free up $10m in cap space.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:42:11, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Am I reading right that was necessary just to be able to sign all their draft picks?*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:37:14, in reply to "bears restructure jackson and kmet to free up $10m in cap space.*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

They could have done that with a number of guys. Curious it was Kmet.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 22:57:42, in reply to "Am I reading right that was necessary just to be able to sign all their draft picks?*"

Think they could have saved $12MM or so cutting him next year? Now only save $10MM, so not a huge restructure there.

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I DUNNO JIM! on that Kmet restructure*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:45:57, in reply to "bears restructure jackson and kmet to free up $10m in cap space.*"

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going to be some interesting choices at pass rush in the 2nd round*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:38:28, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Alright 49ers. Don’t let me down. Unless you trade down? *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:36:20, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Got 30, 90 for 27, 138. Thanks Miami! *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:40:05, in reply to "Alright 49ers. Don’t let me down. Unless you trade down? *"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

They just did.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:37:55, in reply to "Alright 49ers. Don’t let me down. Unless you trade down? *"

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Hell yeah *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:38:26, in reply to "They just did.*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Nice.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:34:47, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I’m ugly.

Exciting, he’ll be able to play in his home state!*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:33:51, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Minnesota fans really wanted him. Gonna be big time haunting here *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:32:49, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

What an upgrade in athleticism in the LB and safety groups*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:31:48, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Congrats, Bears fans. Can’t believe he fell that far.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:31:21, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Exciting whites! *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:30:52, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Mel needs to stfu about Shedeur. He sucks.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:26:12, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I’m ugly.

It’s Mel…it’s what he does. Mute is your friend. *

Posted by harb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=harb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:26:50, in reply to "Mel needs to stfu about Shedeur. He sucks.*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

or NFL Network*

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I only unmuted because the bears are about to pick lol.*

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I’m ugly.

This post made me chuckle. Completely understand the unmuting then. *

Posted by harb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=harb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:28:59, in reply to "I only unmuted because the bears are about to pick lol.*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

LOL, couldn’t watch earlier tonight and just turned it on. Literally 30 seconds in…

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:25:44, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

I get Mel doing the “Gotta be a WR here for Shadeur” to spoil the pick right as Goodell walks on stage.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Ok bears time. Gotta go safety right?? *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:24:17, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

BE THE GM: Who do you take at #25?

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:24:08, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

I will take Jermod McCoy.

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Thineman*

Posted by illini222 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini222' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:30:08, in reply to "BE THE GM: Who do you take at #25?"

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I will take Jermod McCoy.

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Drink Everytime Brad Underwood says "Elite" in a press conference.

And you are correct. *

Posted by harb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=harb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:31:34, in reply to "Thineman*"

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I will take Jermod McCoy.

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Mccoy*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CoronaTheirAss' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:29:41, in reply to "BE THE GM: Who do you take at #25?"

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I will take Jermod McCoy.

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gimme TJ parker*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:25:56, in reply to "BE THE GM: Who do you take at #25?"

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I will take Jermod McCoy.

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Theineman*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:24:39, in reply to "BE THE GM: Who do you take at #25?"

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I will take Jermod McCoy.

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DT, safety, Oregon. *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:24:35, in reply to "BE THE GM: Who do you take at #25?"

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I will take Jermod McCoy.

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

2026 theme: exciting whites

Posted by Draino <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Draino' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:20:48, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Give me that safety

Fuck. Dallas is going to be good. Sad *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:18:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

They’ll lose a home playoff game. Again*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:25:11, in reply to "Fuck. Dallas is going to be good. Sad *"

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Lawrence has some big time potential as a rusher but might only be a 3rd down rusher to start*

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Also feels like KC played themselves on the draft pick. Did they need to trade up? *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:15:19, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

I still CANNOT believe Titans didn’t give Salah either Reese or Styles. Idiots. *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:14:14, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Theineman starting to look like a real option*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:13:40, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Parker, the Toledo DB or Faulk also there. Also McDonald if they want the run stuffer*

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Delete*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:18:35, in reply to "Parker, the Toledo DB or Faulk also there. Also McDonald if they want the run stuffer*"

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Having fucking styx as your hype song is very lame*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:05:25, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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It’s the Steelers. This is painful.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:06:05, in reply to "Having fucking styx as your hype song is very lame*"

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That’s a great trade for Cowboys. Got 23, 114 and 137 *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:04:50, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

AJ Brown, he gawn*

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:02:09, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Kind of surprised the Cowboys didn't just pick Lemon. All is not well in Pickensville.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:03:30, in reply to "AJ Brown, he gawn*"

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Enough depth that they can wait, I guess*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:04:24, in reply to "Kind of surprised the Cowboys didn't just pick Lemon. All is not well in Pickensville.*"

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Not sure Lemon is an improvement, but he’s cheaper.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:02:47, in reply to "AJ Brown, he gawn*"

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Eye of the beholder but damn was he great last year at USC*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:03:47, in reply to "Not sure Lemon is an improvement, but he’s cheaper.*"

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Not a lot of separation.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:05:33, in reply to "Eye of the beholder but damn was he great last year at USC*"

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Intradivision trade! Eagles move up for Cowboys pick!*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:59:19, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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WR?*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:00:01, in reply to "Intradivision trade! Eagles move up for Cowboys pick!*"

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WR?*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:00:00, in reply to "Intradivision trade! Eagles move up for Cowboys pick!*"

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Nailed it!*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 21:01:11, in reply to "WR?*"

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Interesting. I wonder if that means Theineman could fall to 25

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:53:50, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Banks is the one DT I liked but that foot….

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Think Thieneman goes here*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:54:49, in reply to "Interesting. I wonder if that means Theineman could fall to 25"

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Banks is the one DT I liked but that foot….

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Or not!*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:58:29, in reply to "Think Thieneman goes here*"

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Banks is the one DT I liked but that foot….

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Never take the foot guy!*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:54:23, in reply to "Interesting. I wonder if that means Theineman could fall to 25"

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Banks is the one DT I liked but that foot….

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They didn’t take the safety from Oregon? *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:53:30, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

WOW ON CALEB BANKS!!!!*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:52:58, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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This is fucking bonkers. I dunno if I'd take him at 57.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:53:40, in reply to "WOW ON CALEB BANKS!!!!*"

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Fun: Dolphins now have 10 picks in the first 5 rounds. Be still my heart!

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:45:20, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Except for Proctor at 12, reaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaach. Move back more!

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VIV got one right!*

Posted by Orangeillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Orangeillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:32:34, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Suggestion: Watch The Athletic Football Show on YouTube. Not spoiling picks.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:29:45, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Good example of them not spoiling, didn't even mention Blake Miller as an OT option*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:51:40, in reply to "Suggestion: Watch The Athletic Football Show on YouTube. Not spoiling picks.*"

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Co-sign. Streaming on phone. Watching Bruins-Sabres

Posted by Draino <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Draino' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:33:13, in reply to "Suggestion: Watch The Athletic Football Show on YouTube. Not spoiling picks.*"

McVay galaxy braining it

LOLWUT*

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:28:32, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Uh*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:27:42, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Rams fans unhappy. *

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:28:37, in reply to "Uh*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

NFLN just couldn't help spoiling that one huh*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:27:38, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Schefter spoiled it too*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:28:22, in reply to "NFLN just couldn't help spoiling that one huh*"

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Glazer spoiled it on Twitter almost 15 minutes ago. Crazy.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:28:12, in reply to "NFLN just couldn't help spoiling that one huh*"

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Ty Simpson at 13, HFS!*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:27:02, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I trust McVay but damn. I wonder how Stafford feels. Is he done?*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:29:13, in reply to "Ty Simpson at 13, HFS!*"

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last year?*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:30:23, in reply to "I trust McVay but damn. I wonder how Stafford feels. Is he done?*"

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he's 38. can't have that many years left.*

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I mean Brady and Rodgers played until mid 40s*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:31:00, in reply to "he's 38. can't have that many years left.*"

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Rodgers was 40 and 41 the last 2 seasons and quite average. Brady is an outlier.*

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Yes but he still played and most likely will still be playing this season

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:49:34, in reply to "Rodgers was 40 and 41 the last 2 seasons and quite average. Brady is an outlier.*"

I’m sure McVay knows what Staffords intentions are but it would not be surprising imo to see Stafford continue to play if he wanted too.

38 for an elite QB like Stafford hardly seems the end of the line these days.

Flacco is still playing too. Plenty of QBs.

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:51:20, in reply to "Yes but he still played and most likely will still be playing this season"

Would not be surprised at all if Stafford wanted to keep playing and he did it. But maybe he doesn’t.

Stafford has also had more injuries. I don’t think he’s lasting long

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:32:20, in reply to "I mean Brady and Rodgers played until mid 40s*"

Plus I think he and McVay are close so I doubt this was out of the blue for him

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Also, might be time to just turn off the TV feed entirely. These spoilers are insane*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:27:48, in reply to "Ty Simpson at 13, HFS!*"

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If only they could stop wasting time and just announce the fucking picks that are in

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:30:43, in reply to "Also, might be time to just turn off the TV feed entirely. These spoilers are insane*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

It’s a TV show and the NFL wants it like this. I don’t think it’s that big a deal*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:33:29, in reply to "If only they could stop wasting time and just announce the fucking picks that are in"

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Assuming McVay is sticking around, that’s a great spot for him*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:27:48, in reply to "Ty Simpson at 13, HFS!*"

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Who am I to question Sean McVay, but WTF?*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:27:43, in reply to "Ty Simpson at 13, HFS!*"

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to the Rams no less*

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Annoyed Dallas got Downs. effers *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:22:14, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Cowboys won the draft!*

Posted by bbonb <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bbonb' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:31:21, in reply to "Annoyed Dallas got Downs. effers *"

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This the kid that screwed over Iowa twice right?*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:20:38, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Yep*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:24:19, in reply to "This the kid that screwed over Iowa twice right?*"

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Don't want to shock you, but love the Dolphins being like "You think we have enough picks NOW"

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:20:19, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

And then grabbing 2 5ths to move down a spot.

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Don't know about this one, Miami*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:19:31, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Yeah, love the trade down process, not sure on the pick,*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:20:52, in reply to "Don't know about this one, Miami*"

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Cowboys gotta be taking Downs right? *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:13:40, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

great luck for him to fall to them bc hes a stud*

Posted by Mrap24 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Mrap24' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:19:45, in reply to "Cowboys gotta be taking Downs right? *"

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Man, doesn’t get much better than that for the Giants*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:06:45, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Is a guard worth it there over Downs? I don’t know their safety situation.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:11:47, in reply to "Man, doesn’t get much better than that for the Giants*"

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I’m a line slut, so yes, even if he ends up at G*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:14:22, in reply to "Is a guard worth it there over Downs? I don’t know their safety situation.*"

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Well this draft doesn’t make sense *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:00:18, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

They never do. That’s why they’re fun*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 20:00:51, in reply to "Well this draft doesn’t make sense *"

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2 picks behind but gotta make sure to get those commercials in

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

tOSU with 3 picks in the top 7.

Posted by Illiniphil <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Illiniphil' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:50:57, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

That's sick.

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And their best player is still on the board….*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:52:49, in reply to "tOSU with 3 picks in the top 7."

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That's sick.

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Moving to 8 minutes is as great a change as the pitch clock in MLB*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:48:52, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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except they can't keep up. the broadcast is like 2 picks behind twitter*

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:50:02, in reply to "Moving to 8 minutes is as great a change as the pitch clock in MLB*"

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Not sure they needed to move up for that*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:45:59, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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lol, holy shit. What a waste of a trade up.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:45:31, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Mitch Trubisky nod*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CoronaTheirAss' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:48:33, in reply to "lol, holy shit. What a waste of a trade up.*"

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Oh look an Illinois highlight!*

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:42:41, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

The giants going hard on the edge rusher*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:41:18, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Great fall for the giants*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CoronaTheirAss' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:41:14, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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A defense of all edges*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:40:33, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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And zero of them interested in stopping the run*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:41:28, in reply to "A defense of all edges*"

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Titans Reddit is angry.*

Posted by nash <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=nash' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:35:55, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Who are the chiefs trading up for?*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:35:14, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Pick already in before Reese got on stage. Chiefs not wasting any time getting their guy.*

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I’d guess OL*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:43:42, in reply to "Pick already in before Reese got on stage. Chiefs not wasting any time getting their guy.*"

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Or not*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:45:08, in reply to "I’d guess OL*"

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giants, browns, and skins have to be loving life.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:34:41, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I know you want to give your #1 pick a receiver but man

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:34:27, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

And it’s not like the Titans led by some innovative offensive mind

Wow. I like Tate, but 4? Especially with Reese sitting there…*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:31:48, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Tate before Reese, Styles, and Downs*

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and love. crazy to me.*

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Goddam. That seems like two bad picks in a row*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:31:37, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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i like this year’s pace much better.*

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Bad teams stay bad for a reason. Poor Cardinals fans.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:27:27, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I wouldn't take an RB that high no matter what. But love is great and a difference maker*

Posted by Taz <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Taz' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:35:18, in reply to "Bad teams stay bad for a reason. Poor Cardinals fans.*"

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Sometimes you just need to yeet a bobcat *

Being an Illini fan is a goddamn curse.*

People killed the Lions for taking Gibbs. That worked ok*

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Alshon Jeanty says hi.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:37:21, in reply to "People killed the Lions for taking Gibbs. That worked ok*"

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Lets check back in 2 years*

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The Lions also had a competent OL and QB in place*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:34:29, in reply to "People killed the Lions for taking Gibbs. That worked ok*"

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Love never answered the question why his skill set is better then other RBs.

Posted by ibdoc <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ibdoc' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:33:00, in reply to "Bad teams stay bad for a reason. Poor Cardinals fans.*"

Reminded me of Brendan Frasier’s character as a dumb basketball player doing canned answers.

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gotta think they couldn't get their asking price. so they took the best player*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:29:30, in reply to "Bad teams stay bad for a reason. Poor Cardinals fans.*"

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A RB is never the best player in their situation in that spot. It’s a luxury pick.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:30:36, in reply to "gotta think they couldn't get their asking price. so they took the best player*"

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i've seen Love called probably the best football player in this draft*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:32:58, in reply to "A RB is never the best player in their situation in that spot. It’s a luxury pick.*"

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How did the Giants do with Saquan? How have the Falcons done with Bijan?

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:41:07, in reply to "i've seen Love called probably the best football player in this draft*"

A premiere RB on a team with so many other holes wins nothing

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

I’ve seen the same. I just disagree with that evaluation.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:39:05, in reply to "i've seen Love called probably the best football player in this draft*"

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Now trade up to 25 to take Simpson!*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:29:21, in reply to "Bad teams stay bad for a reason. Poor Cardinals fans.*"

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Yep, so dumb.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:28:31, in reply to "Bad teams stay bad for a reason. Poor Cardinals fans.*"

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Yeah this feels like buying a sports car when you're homeless

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:28:28, in reply to "Bad teams stay bad for a reason. Poor Cardinals fans.*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Damn, Dianna Russini had so much incriminating stuff on twitter she just killed her accoujt.

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:22:23, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Kinda feel bad for her. Redemption is easy in this world if you want it.

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I’m ugly.

The staring at my 4 day old baby named Mike tweet is crazy.

Posted by nash <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=nash' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:32:05, in reply to "Damn, Dianna Russini had so much incriminating stuff on twitter she just killed her accoujt. "

Apparently 9ish months after covering Titans-Colts.

I'll feel bad for her when she owns it.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:29:14, in reply to "Damn, Dianna Russini had so much incriminating stuff on twitter she just killed her accoujt. "

Right now I feel bad for her family. And Vrabel's family other than Vrabel.

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Kinda feel bad for her. Redemption is easy in this world if you want it.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Very fair.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:32:02, in reply to "I'll feel bad for her when she owns it."

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Right now I feel bad for her family. And Vrabel's family other than Vrabel.

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Kinda feel bad for her. Redemption is easy in this world if you want it.

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I’m ugly.

How the hell was she not found out before then?*

Posted by ATL <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ATL' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:28:03, in reply to "Damn, Dianna Russini had so much incriminating stuff on twitter she just killed her accoujt. "

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Kinda feel bad for her. Redemption is easy in this world if you want it.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

They flew Taylor Macgregor all the way down to Miami for a 60 second interview?

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:16:06, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Could have been an email

Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

I’m glad. Keeps her away from Cubs broadcasts.

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:18:05, in reply to "They flew Taylor Macgregor all the way down to Miami for a 60 second interview?"

If we need a sideline person Lance is my guy

*scrambles to mute it before Mendoza starts talking* *

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Him and Kirk Cousins in Sin City is a christian reality show waiting to happen.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:17:37, in reply to "*scrambles to mute it before Mendoza starts talking* *"

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So the Bears pick in about 3.5 hours?*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:14:33, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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it's only 8 minutes between picks now so might be about 2*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:20:13, in reply to "So the Bears pick in about 3.5 hours?*"

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Ok, now the fun starts.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:14:26, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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This is revolting. Even before the rapist was celebrated.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:06:20, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Which one? (Sadly)*

Posted by Taz <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Taz' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:17:35, in reply to "This is revolting. Even before the rapist was celebrated.*"

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Sometimes you just need to yeet a bobcat *

Being an Illini fan is a goddamn curse.*

I absolutely hate the start of drafts. get the teams on the clock!*

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Just start the damn thing already

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

All the books taking all the bets off the board*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 19:01:54, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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In the pantheon of stupid, pointless things...

Singing the national anthem before the NFL draft ranks very high

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Thought this was going to be a post about terrible towels.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:59:53, in reply to "In the pantheon of stupid, pointless things..."

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Singing the national anthem before the NFL draft ranks very high

This is such a boring draft, just can’t get my interest up for it*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:45:44, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Could be worse

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:49:53, in reply to "This is such a boring draft, just can’t get my interest up for it*"

You could be there in person

Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

Illini to watch in the draft?*

Posted by Taz <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Taz' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:40:10, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Sometimes you just need to yeet a bobcat *

Being an Illini fan is a goddamn curse.*

Will be interesting to see if Luke gets picked late Saturday

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:48:50, in reply to "Illini to watch in the draft?*"

Seems 50-50

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Jacaty Sacks*

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Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

Are we watching ABC, ESPN, or NFL Network?*

Posted by biclops <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=biclops' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:33:13, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

I’m leaning ESPN. Greeny >>> Eisen and I think Schrager tips the scales

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:46:00, in reply to "Are we watching ABC, ESPN, or NFL Network?*"

While I like DJ more, Mel is still the GOAT. He mostly created this shit

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Pickens just signed his Franchise Tag. Wonder if he’s on the move tonight.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:17:55, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When are the Bears comp picks?*

Posted by Dilbert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Dilbert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:29:18, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:22:33, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

ooo

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 18:01:12, in reply to "Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…"

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Now 2024 in Mississippi per TMZ…

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 17:18:43, in reply to "Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…"

https://www.tmz.com/2026/04/23/mike-vrabel-dianna-russini-smile-at-mississippi-casino-after-titans-firing/

Person who took the photo recognized Vrabel but thought the woman was his wife based on how they were acting. Didn’t understand significance until recently, allegedly.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Cause she's got a -- GREAT ASS!*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 23, 2026, 17:22:18, in reply to "Now 2024 in Mississippi per TMZ…"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Her son’s name is Mike, born 9 months after she was reporting from Tennessee.

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 15:54:32, in reply to "Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…"

Her other son is Kliff.

I hope he didn't use the trickle-truth method. Just rip the band-aid off, Mike*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 13:22:46, in reply to "Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…"

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I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

Same night Rudy Gobert got diagnosed with COVID

Posted by Chicago1995 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chicago1995' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 13:01:59, in reply to "Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…"

So the Matrix gliched on or about March 10 2020

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He’s already taking day 3 off for therapy lol

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:39:20, in reply to "Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…"

When that came out you knew there was more.

Remember when the wife of the Redskins GM accused Russini of giving him BJs ten years ago?

Then she apologized. I’m thinking there was probably something there.

This was all obvious from the moment the first story came out and Russini’s story made no sense.

I can’t believe the Athletic editor initially put out such a forceful statement

According to that USA Today reporter that got canned, this type of stuff between Russini and NFL

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:42:30, in reply to "He’s already taking day 3 off for therapy lol"

guys has been known around the industry for some time.

“Unmoored from the facts.” Ok, Diana, whatever you say.

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Weren’t the AZ photos allegedly taken by a PI hired by her husband?*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:50:12, in reply to "According to that USA Today reporter that got canned, this type of stuff between Russini and NFL"

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guys has been known around the industry for some time.

“Unmoored from the facts.” Ok, Diana, whatever you say.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Don’t think we know. All we know is whoever offered them recognized Vrabel and not her*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:53:40, in reply to "Weren’t the AZ photos allegedly taken by a PI hired by her husband?*"

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guys has been known around the industry for some time.

“Unmoored from the facts.” Ok, Diana, whatever you say.

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I thought it was a PI hired by Vrabel's wife

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:52:23, in reply to "Weren’t the AZ photos allegedly taken by a PI hired by her husband?*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

I heard the person taking the pictures didn’t know it was Russini.

Posted by QcIlliniFan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=QcIlliniFan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 15:59:24, in reply to "I thought it was a PI hired by Vrabel's wife"

Either didn’t know who it was or at least didn’t recognize her. Thought it was Vrabel and some woman.

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2 years in a row the biggest stories around this time have been about the insiders themselves!

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:45:33, in reply to "According to that USA Today reporter that got canned, this type of stuff between Russini and NFL"

Can’t forget last year’s insider fight between Schultz and Rapoport

RECEIPTS!*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LeatherneckIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:29:05, in reply to "Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…"

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Thank god for Benjo.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 23, 2026, 12:25:26, in reply to "Vrabel’s gonna need to have more difficult conversations…"

Also hilarious that Bill Simmons has multiple podcasts about the draft and hasn't mentioned this yet. Not a niche internet story anymore.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Which feed is the best for analysis and non-spoilers? GTFO with "sources" b4 each pick*

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:17:04, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Can I use this place to reiterate my vociferous opposition to the Cards drafting Simpson?

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:55:16, in reply to "Which feed is the best for analysis and non-spoilers? GTFO with "sources" b4 each pick*"

I'm doing it anyway.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

For real. I can get behind Love at 3 and best available OL in the 2nd.

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 13:18:49, in reply to "Can I use this place to reiterate my vociferous opposition to the Cards drafting Simpson?"

This fanbase desperately needs some sexiness, he's arguably the best player in the draft, and you can keep building the future OL in next year's free agency, while being set for 10 years with a dynamic weapon.

I can understand taking Simpson in the 2nd so long as you took Baily or Reese at 3. I don't like it, but at least we aren't totally fucking ourselves. But how likely is it that Simpson can develop with this OL and Brissett suddenly having diva tendencies?

I will hate, but begrudgingly understand the trade-down scenario where we get an OL and pick up some extra picks. This is the play-it-safe option that would be just fine if we had a GM with demonstrated competency in drafts. But, Monti's drafts have sucked ass...even accounting for injuries.

But if we do anything like drafting Love at 3 AND trading back into the 1st for Simpson. We're almost certainly screwed six ways from Sunday for the next 5 years.

Honestly, this year needs to suck without any encumbrance of having a 1st round QB...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 16:00:57, in reply to "For real. I can get behind Love at 3 and best available OL in the 2nd."

...developing... just get as many dudes as possible, and punt (pun intended) until 27.

Just let Jacoby throw 150 passes to McBride, and then go get a real QB next year.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I can't wait to get the Cards 2027 1st and this years 3rd for Pick 25*

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I'm doing it anyway.

Oooh, both "reiterate: and "vociferous" in one post?? This place is getting fancy.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:29:30, in reply to "Can I use this place to reiterate my vociferous opposition to the Cards drafting Simpson?"

I tried with Shemar last year. Didn’t work.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:14:25, in reply to "Can I use this place to reiterate my vociferous opposition to the Cards drafting Simpson?"

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I'm doing it anyway.

We are 2 fans of different teams in the exact same boat.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:16:00, in reply to "I tried with Shemar last year. Didn’t work.*"

Fucked for life.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I’ve found myself basically muting it and listening to The Athletic Football Show stream.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:26:29, in reply to "Which feed is the best for analysis and non-spoilers? GTFO with "sources" b4 each pick*"

They won’t spoil and have Brugler on talking about the picks.

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Can’t escape it on either broadcast anymore but NFLN is usually a little better*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:20:43, in reply to "Which feed is the best for analysis and non-spoilers? GTFO with "sources" b4 each pick*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 7:11:34, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

What I want to see most: Bears trade down
What I’d be happy with: Bears take McCoy or an edge
What I’d really prefer they don’t do: Draft a safety or OT
What I’d hate: Trade up, WR, off ball LB, TE, RB
What I expect: Bears take an edge

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Kiper says the Bear take Edge: R Mason Thomas. That seems way early for him to go, imo*

Posted by ibdoc <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ibdoc' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:04:48, in reply to "What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?"

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Better than Parker, but yes, seems way too high. And is he a fit?*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:25:56, in reply to "Kiper says the Bear take Edge: R Mason Thomas. That seems way early for him to go, imo*"

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Way worse fit if we’re using what DA usually goes for.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:33:14, in reply to "Better than Parker, but yes, seems way too high. And is he a fit?*"

He’s a Robert salah edge. Taking him for the bears would be a massive departure.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Sorry to keep beating the dead horse and bagging on Parker, but...

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:38:52, in reply to "Way worse fit if we’re using what DA usually goes for. "

by all accounts, he has a good to high motor. By all accounts he had an excellent Sr Bowl week and I hear more than one expert claim that, after watching his 2025 tape there wasn't much of a drop-off in his play.

If all this is true, then how was he so unproductive last year vs. a pretty soft schedule? Leads me to think 2024 maybe was more the outlier. Or was their scheme that bad?

I way prefer him to Woods, who was bad in 2025, but I don't see much upside here.

I'll STFU about him for now....unless they draft him tonight.

No idea who i want but i'll convince myself that whoever they take is going to be a stud*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 9:51:41, in reply to "What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?"

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I’ve convinced myself I’m gonna hate their whole draft

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:22:25, in reply to "No idea who i want but i'll convince myself that whoever they take is going to be a stud*"

Just not many wow guys. Hope someone falls.
And could be as there are always surprises

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I think I’ll shoulder shrug any of their picks at 25. Hard to get excited with the options.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:28:05, in reply to "I’ve convinced myself I’m gonna hate their whole draft"

Similar to last year when it was like “I guess Tyler Warren?” when we did the who would you take.

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Just not many wow guys. Hope someone falls.
And could be as there are always surprises

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I think they can get a pretty good OT at 25. That would probably excite me a little

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:46:00, in reply to "I think I’ll shoulder shrug any of their picks at 25. Hard to get excited with the options."

Lomu and Max I are very interesting guys who have way more upside than any edge. That’s why I like EMW more than an edge - upside.

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Similar to last year when it was like “I guess Tyler Warren?” when we did the who would you take.

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Just not many wow guys. Hope someone falls.
And could be as there are always surprises

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I’m just sick of putting assets into OT.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:28:44, in reply to "I think they can get a pretty good OT at 25. That would probably excite me a little"

And I think a healthy Braxton/Benedet has a good chance of being better than whoever they’d get at 25 anyway.

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Lomu and Max I are very interesting guys who have way more upside than any edge. That’s why I like EMW more than an edge - upside.

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Similar to last year when it was like “I guess Tyler Warren?” when we did the who would you take.

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Just not many wow guys. Hope someone falls.
And could be as there are always surprises

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Also Spacks, I’ll have to give you my “you be the GM” picks after the fact. *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 9:43:05, in reply to "What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Gonna have to go on the honor’s system!

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:09:08, in reply to "Also Spacks, I’ll have to give you my “you be the GM” picks after the fact. *"

Doing this exercise for a few years, amazing how many guys later in the draft I’ve taken in round 4 and they’re still hanging out in round 6.

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Thoughts

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 9:41:16, in reply to "What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?"

They need an edge, a DT, a center, and a safety.

Depth at safety makes me think that’s round 2. Treydan Stukes there would be excellent.

Center should be a round 3 addition.

DT class doesn’t at all fit what DA wants.

Edge falls off massively from 25-50.

So i think it’ll be DE in the first.

I really like Zion Young, but he’s not getting you pass rush.
Keldric Faulk feels super DA-y.
TJ Parker could be the most 2-way DA DE at that spot.
Malachi Lawrence would be a big swing for pass rush.

I would love (if our doctors are ok with it) Jermod McCoy. He’s a top 10 talent, but his knee might not make it 5 years.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Lot of noise this week that Stukes could go late round 1! Had him pegged for 57.

But we’re exactly on the same page. I did some work last night looking at the DTs and as you mentioned, it is horrible for 3 tech-y guys.

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Isn’t Stukes more a nickel than a S?

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:17:55, in reply to "Lot of noise this week that Stukes could go late round 1! Had him pegged for 57."

That and his age make me wary

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But we’re exactly on the same page. I did some work last night looking at the DTs and as you mentioned, it is horrible for 3 tech-y guys.

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A lot of people think he’ll be a safety in the NFL*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:25:40, in reply to "Isn’t Stukes more a nickel than a S?"

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That and his age make me wary

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But we’re exactly on the same page. I did some work last night looking at the DTs and as you mentioned, it is horrible for 3 tech-y guys.

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I like the Oregon Safety a lot, so him or the best DT/DE available.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 23, 2026, 8:30:14, in reply to "What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?"

Would also love a trade down. Still a lot of holes to fill and this draft seems deep at positions the Bears need.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Pass rush. Anything to create a pass rush

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 8:17:06, in reply to "What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?"

I’m not expecting much at 25 but they have to take an attempt.

No one at 25 will help

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 8:28:12, in reply to "Pass rush. Anything to create a pass rush"

maybe at 57 or 60

They could get Jacas, for example, tomorrow and I don’t think he’s any worse than Parker or Zion Young.

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I’m not expecting much at 25 but they have to take an attempt.

I’d be very surprised if Jacas is there at 57. *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 9:42:11, in reply to "No one at 25 will help"

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maybe at 57 or 60 They could get Jacas, for example, tomorrow and I don’t think he’s any worse than Parker or Zion Young.

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I’m not expecting much at 25 but they have to take an attempt.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Could be but I think an edge in that range is every bit as good as who’s there at 25

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 10:20:50, in reply to "I’d be very surprised if Jacas is there at 57. *"

And edge at 25 seems like a big reach

If they did Lawrence is the most intriguing as he actual seems to be able to rush the QB, but there are more questions than the others

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maybe at 57 or 60 They could get Jacas, for example, tomorrow and I don’t think he’s any worse than Parker or Zion Young.

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I’m not expecting much at 25 but they have to take an attempt.

Based on draft boards, there’s tons of edges in the Bears range.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:24:50, in reply to "Could be but I think an edge in that range is every bit as good as who’s there at 25"

So I don’t think it’ll be a reach on where guys are slotted.

It might be in the sense that these guys are all similarly rated so can you get a similar edge at 40 than what you could have gotten at 25.

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And edge at 25 seems like a big reach

If they did Lawrence is the most intriguing as he actual seems to be able to rush the QB, but there are more questions than the others

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maybe at 57 or 60 They could get Jacas, for example, tomorrow and I don’t think he’s any worse than Parker or Zion Young.

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I’m not expecting much at 25 but they have to take an attempt.

It's a reach IMO because none appear to have a lot of upside in terms of pass rush

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:49:16, in reply to "Based on draft boards, there’s tons of edges in the Bears range."

at least the ones that fit the system. Drafting an edge to fill a need with a player who doesn't actually fill that need seems like a big reach....

I also hate drafting based on floor over ceiling. Zion Young, for example, seems like a high floor guy but the ceiling is limited.

So you want high production guys with big ceilings. Not drafting in the top 10 anymore, BJL! ;)*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:51:54, in reply to "It's a reach IMO because none appear to have a lot of upside in terms of pass rush"

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I'm also, for a change with you, about maybe trading down

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:01:32, in reply to "So you want high production guys with big ceilings. Not drafting in the top 10 anymore, BJL! ;)*"

hope someone (hi 98!) can't wait on Simpson and overpay

I think there probably is better value in 2-3 vs 25 especially at the positions they need

I just don't want them to draft for positions of need

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 11:57:19, in reply to "So you want high production guys with big ceilings. Not drafting in the top 10 anymore, BJL! ;)*"

with guys who don't have the skillset to address that need.

That's why I don't like an edge at 25. Good chance similar skilled guys will be there at 57/60.

I am resigned to them taking Parker. I’ll go to bed disappointed

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 7:54:46, in reply to "What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?"

Based on players available and value OT or EMW are what I’d like to see.

Dont draft unproductive players or reach for a need

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draft a player that has a really good impact on the field

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 7:18:24, in reply to "What are you looking for the Bears to do tonight?"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

OFFICIAL VIV FINAL MOCK DRAFT

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 20:28:02, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

No big write up this year. Writing this from an airport bar.

I look forward to seeing all the chaos when I wake up Friday morning.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Gross*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 21:58:55, in reply to "OFFICIAL VIV FINAL MOCK DRAFT "

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No big write up this year. Writing this from an airport bar.

I look forward to seeing all the chaos when I wake up Friday morning.

Kind of wild how much less attention I’m paying to this draft. Not sure if this is because

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 19:01:00, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

we are not terrible or because the pick is late

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Yeah I'm typically a draft junkie but it's been a total zero for me this year

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 7:19:37, in reply to "Kind of wild how much less attention I’m paying to this draft. Not sure if this is because "

Still plan on watching but i have no idea who i even want the Bears to draft

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we are not terrible or because the pick is late

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Now the important stuff....

Posted by KingTalkyTiki <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KingTalkyTiki' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 10:07:50, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

What design is on the inside of each draft hat!

1. Chicago (duh)
2. Baltimore
3. Minnesota and NOLA (Tie)

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

Bears should have done with vinyl sided suburban home development*

Posted by Chilango <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Chilango' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 9:48:16, in reply to "Now the important stuff...."

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What design is on the inside of each draft hat!

1. Chicago (duh)
2. Baltimore
3. Minnesota and NOLA (Tie)

Preferable to this flag for sho

Posted by KingTalkyTiki <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KingTalkyTiki' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 23, 2026, 12:51:37, in reply to "Bears should have done with vinyl sided suburban home development*"

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

Why wouldn't the Bears go with Bear Down?

Posted by IlliniJuice07 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniJuice07' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 10:18:32, in reply to "Now the important stuff...."

That is so much better than Monsters of the Midway. I would have also accepted Good, Better, Best or FTP

Could be worse....."Go Saints".

Not:
"Who Dat",
"Geaux Saints"
"Want to Be In That Number"
"The Saints Are Coming"

Nope. go saints.

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

I don't have a problem with either Monsters of the Midway or Bear Down

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 10:26:13, in reply to "Why wouldn't the Bears go with Bear Down?"

Good, Better, Best may just end up being a short-lived thing under Ben Johnson, while the other two are associated with the organization as a whole. So I prefer using either of those.

As for FTP...while always true I prefer we celebrate ourselves in that moment rather than worry about our rival. like...when the draft was in Chicago it was all about celebrating our own city/franchise. But when it was in GB one of their all time greats came out to start things off and rather than celebrate their own history and success his first thought was to insult us. So even though they've killed us for 30 years they still have a little brother complex. as a Chicago fan I loved it. let them have that, and we'll worry about ourselves

that said...FTP

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

The Bailey v Reese selection at 2 has been crazy.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 9:03:32, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

“Insiders” have flipped consensus between the two 4 times over the last week.

“They’re going to get Reese because they’re punting 2026 and want the upside.”
“They’re going to get Bailey because the staff wants results this year to help save their job.”
“They canceled Bailey’s visit because they are set on Reese.”
“They canceled Bailey’s visit because they already had enough information on him from the combine.”
“They want Reese because they want to get more versatile on defense.”
“They want Bailey because they know he’s an edge.”

It’s hilarious.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

biggs is going with young at 25, but said they could trade up to 20ish for a 3rd to get an edge or

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 7:26:02, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

ot they really like.

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Just seems like an Allen type. Please no trade up.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 7:39:06, in reply to "biggs is going with young at 25, but said they could trade up to 20ish for a 3rd to get an edge or"

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ot they really like.

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My Big Board for the Bears at #25

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 21:38:48, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Realistic candidates only.

1. CB Jermod McCoy (somewhat in contrast to my hot takes, I don't think he makes it to 25, obviously not a doctor)
2. DE Zion Young
3. DE TJ Parker
4. DE Keldrick Faulk
5. DE Gabe Jacas
6. DT Peter Woods
7. S Dillon Thienaman
8. S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren

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I’ll drive to Halas hall and punch Poles if he takes either Woods or Parker

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 8:00:42, in reply to "My Big Board for the Bears at #25"

No underachievers

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Lots of predictions of Parker to the bears in the last few days. *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 8:59:12, in reply to "I’ll drive to Halas hall and punch Poles if he takes either Woods or Parker"

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No underachievers

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Meh. Eventually, Bears will need to invest draft capital in premier positions on the line.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 8:18:44, in reply to "I’ll drive to Halas hall and punch Poles if he takes either Woods or Parker"

And those guys are going to come with warts because we’re hopefully picking in the 20s or higher for the next decade.

Allen’s scheme already narrows the field quickly.

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No underachievers

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Warts are expected. But those guys were just bad last year

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 8:25:20, in reply to "Meh. Eventually, Bears will need to invest draft capital in premier positions on the line."

Parker and Woods both supposedly are good effort guys. That doesn’t jive with their 2025 performance and if the effort was high then they’re probably not that good or topped out. It’s not like they played a particularly difficult schedule either. Parker’s game vs S Carolina can be thrown out as they had an OL of a jr high team

IMO there is no upside plus I think Clemson D guys are usually overrated coming into the pros. Dexter Lawrence is an exception.

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And those guys are going to come with warts because we’re hopefully picking in the 20s or higher for the next decade.

Allen’s scheme already narrows the field quickly.

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No underachievers

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But the production has at least been there with Parker in the past. 11 sacks as a soph. 6 FF.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 8:26:32, in reply to "Warts are expected. But those guys were just bad last year"

Now why it slipped last year is certainly a question but that’s why he’s available at 25 and not a top 10 selection.

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Parker and Woods both supposedly are good effort guys. That doesn’t jive with their 2025 performance and if the effort was high then they’re probably not that good or topped out. It’s not like they played a particularly difficult schedule either.

IMO there is no upside plus I think Clemson D guys are usually overrated coming into the pros. Dexter Lawrence is an exception.

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And those guys are going to come with warts because we’re hopefully picking in the 20s or higher for the next decade.

Allen’s scheme already narrows the field quickly.

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No underachievers

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2025, for me, erases 2024. Weak schedule weak production

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 8:30:47, in reply to "But the production has at least been there with Parker in the past. 11 sacks as a soph. 6 FF."

And seems effort/motor does not appear to be the problem. That’s a huge red flag.

I’m happy to be wrong but I think either guy screams bust

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Now why it slipped last year is certainly a question but that’s why he’s available at 25 and not a top 10 selection.

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Parker and Woods both supposedly are good effort guys. That doesn’t jive with their 2025 performance and if the effort was high then they’re probably not that good or topped out. It’s not like they played a particularly difficult schedule either.

IMO there is no upside plus I think Clemson D guys are usually overrated coming into the pros. Dexter Lawrence is an exception.

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And those guys are going to come with warts because we’re hopefully picking in the 20s or higher for the next decade.

Allen’s scheme already narrows the field quickly.

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No underachievers

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you may be on to something with the cb. biggs claims it’s a bigger need than most people think.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 7:45:05, in reply to "My Big Board for the Bears at #25"

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There are a ton of guys that fit Allen’s profile in rounds 3/4.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 22, 2026, 7:52:03, in reply to "you may be on to something with the cb. biggs claims it’s a bigger need than most people think.*"

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Also doing some mocks/looking at boards, some thoughts on matching draft slot with position needs.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 21:46:58, in reply to "My Big Board for the Bears at #25"

I know it doesn't exactly work like this, but if you were to draw up where BPA at their current picks might fit with the Bears needs and scheme.

#25: There's a ton of edges that fit into this range and slightly later if the Bears decide to trade down.

#57/60: Prime S spot for AJ Haulcy or Treydan Stukes. A little more difficult to fit another position of need into this range that fit the Bears scheme. If they don't move out of 25, I'd be very surprised if they don't trade one of these picks, regardless of positional need requirements.

#89: A lot of 3 tech DTs and mobile Cs start to fit into this range.

#129: 4th round is when there should be a slew of long, big corners coming off the board, which fits Dennis Allen's style.

7th rounders: Super deep draft at TEs, perfect place to take one and have them play the Durham Smythe role.

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Realistic candidates only.

1. CB Jermod McCoy (somewhat in contrast to my hot takes, I don't think he makes it to 25, obviously not a doctor)
2. DE Zion Young
3. DE TJ Parker
4. DE Keldrick Faulk
5. DE Gabe Jacas
6. DE Peter Woods
7. S Dillon Thienaman
8. S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren

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lying season RUMOURS- buying or selling?

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 10:18:12, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

1. The AZ Cardinals are interested in drafting Love at pick 3.
SELLING.
This feels like they're having a really tough time drawing interest on trading back so they're throwing any shit they can against the wall. It would be way too much money invested on the RB position for a team with holes nearly everywhere else. It makes zero sense. I think the Cardinals need to eat their vegetables and build the OL they just don't want to have to do it at pick 3. I think they may have to wait until they're on the clock to make a deal if someone is infatuated with whichever of Bailey or Reese isn't taken (maybe the Saints? Cowboys? I see the Chiefs a lot, I don't think either a good scheme fit for them).

2. Jordan Tyson is a top 10 pick following his workout.
BUYING- with a bullet.
Giants GM Joe Schoen not only flew out to AZ to watch the workout (one of 2 GMs to do so), but they also took Tyson to dinner the night before. I think he's the pick at 5.

3. The Titans are OUT on Love at 4 and instead want Styles.
SELLING.
Again, this feels like trying to drum up trade interest (with Dallas, maybe?). I think Love is their guy.

4. Jets are back to David Bailey at pick 2.
WHOTHEFUCKKNOWS?
This has flip-flopped between Bailey and Reese a half dozen times in the last few weeks. "The Jets want Reese because they like the flexibility." "The Jets want Bailey because they know he's and EDGE and there's no guessing about his position." "The Jets want Reese because they're punting 2026 and focused on building for 2027 and Reese has the higher upside." "The Jets want Bailey because they need immediate production to help save their jobs."
Flip a coin at this point.
I'm leaning Bailey at the moment but *SHRUG*.

5. Ty Simpson will go in the first round.
BUYING.
Sorry Desert and 98, I think the Cardinals jump back into the first from 34 to anywhere from 25 (HEY SPACKLER!!) to 31 to get the 5th year option and ensure no one else takes him.

6. Jermod McCoy falls to the 2nd round.
SELLING, but barely.
I think he falls into the late 20s (eyeing KC at 29).

7. We set a record for most offensive linemen taken in the first round (current record is 8).
BUYING.
I think we see 9. Mauigoa, Fano, Ioane, Freeling, Proctor, Iheanachor, Bisontis, Miller, and Lomu.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

You covered a lot of them, but here's a few while I think through some more.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 12:59:32, in reply to "lying season RUMOURS- buying or selling?"

Some others...

1. This is gonna be a crazy first round with trades!

SELLING. Like always, there will be trades, but the average number of first round trades over the last 10 years is 5.5 and I expect it to be in that 4-6 range.

2. Cowboys will move up and be aggressive to get their guy.
BUYING. Jerry Jones can't help himself.

3. Bears go EDGE with their first pick.
BUYING. I've started to kick on a bit with mocks/position ranks. With edge in particular, outside of the first 50, the draft starts to thin out on guys who fit their scheme. You may not be fans of one or more, but Faulk, Mesidor, Parker, Young and Jacas all fit Allen's profile. Start to dip more into 3-4 guys late in round 2 through round 4 that I don't think are going to appeal to them.

4. The Bears trade down once in their first 3 picks.
BUYING. I hope it's with their first, but I think they're going to want to pick up more draft capital, particularly with that big gap between the 4th and 7th round picks.

5. Bears move back more than once in this draft.
BUYING. Because me.

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responses

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 13:15:12, in reply to "You covered a lot of them, but here's a few while I think through some more."

1. This is gonna be a crazy first round with trades!

Definitely selling. I can see one going up to 3 if the Cardinals sell for cheap and someone really loves Reese/Bailey. I can see the Browns getting out of 6. I can see the Cardinals going back into late round 1 for Simpson. I can see someone like the Steelers getting to the mid teens to get ahead of tackle-needy teams to get their tackle of choice.

2. Cowboys will move up and be aggressive to get their guy.

Agreed. I think they're one team that could look to go up from 12.

3. Bears go EDGE with their first pick.
Not totally sold on it. I think it's in play and wouldn't surprise me, but hardly a given. I'd put it at like 40%. Also, Malachi Lawrence wouldn't surprise me with his long arms and wingspan, despite being just a bit over 250#.

4. The Bears trade down once in their first 3 picks.
5. Bears move back more than once in this draft.

Wouldn't surprise me at all if we were the trade down partner with the Cardinals. Poles likes to move around.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I had Lawrence as my "I feel like the Bears are gonna take this guy" like 2 weeks ago.

Then read a few more recent draft reports and was less certain he fit with Allen.

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1. This is gonna be a crazy first round with trades!

Definitely selling. I can see one going up to 3 if the Cardinals sell for cheap and someone really loves Reese/Bailey. I can see the Browns getting out of 6. I can see the Cardinals going back into late round 1 for Simpson. I can see someone like the Steelers getting to the mid teens to get ahead of tackle-needy teams to get their tackle of choice.

2. Cowboys will move up and be aggressive to get their guy.

Agreed. I think they're one team that could look to go up from 12.

3. Bears go EDGE with their first pick.
Not totally sold on it. I think it's in play and wouldn't surprise me, but hardly a given. I'd put it at like 40%. Also, Malachi Lawrence wouldn't surprise me with his long arms and wingspan, despite being just a bit over 250#.

4. The Bears trade down once in their first 3 picks.
5. Bears move back more than once in this draft.

Wouldn't surprise me at all if we were the trade down partner with the Cardinals. Poles likes to move around.

Like with DT I worry that they’re likely reaching if they take an edge at 25

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 13:40:46, in reply to "I had Lawrence as my "I feel like the Bears are gonna take this guy" like 2 weeks ago."

As I said below i think I want EMW or an OT if they stay put.

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Then read a few more recent draft reports and was less certain he fit with Allen.

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I think it’s a reach only in that not too much of a difference between 20-50.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 14:07:23, in reply to "Like with DT I worry that they’re likely reaching if they take an edge at 25"

Which is why ideally I’d like for them to trade down to 35-45.

I’d really prefer they don’t pick a safety because I like their options at 57/60.

And I’d really hate to see them put more resources into OT, although at least it’s a high value position. I’m interested in if Jones or Benedet can become a league average tackle. Jones was one before he got hurt and Benedet was always going to take some time.

DT is a mess this year, but there’s some guys with 3rd/4th round grades that fit what they wanna do.

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As I said below i think I want EMW or an OT if they stay put.

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Then read a few more recent draft reports and was less certain he fit with Allen.

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NM*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 13:00:00, in reply to "You covered a lot of them, but here's a few while I think through some more."

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Well this is no fun. I agree with all of these except for the Titans and Love.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:01:40, in reply to "lying season RUMOURS- buying or selling?"

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throw some of yours out.*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:35:26, in reply to "Well this is no fun. I agree with all of these except for the Titans and Love.*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

NM*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 13:00:24, in reply to "throw some of yours out.*"

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Local talk is all about Love at 3 and trade back in to get Simpson.

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 10:59:58, in reply to "lying season RUMOURS- buying or selling?"

Which, for a team that is one flame away from a full-on dumpster fire, would at least make this season intriguing.

As to Love, I think they can justify it. They don't really have a crowded RB room. Conner signed a 1-year deal and who the hell knows if he can play after his injury. Allgeir is the new guy and a solid RB1 (or 2) option. The rest are trash and can be cut. I was originally all-in on building the O-line, but there isn't a prospect who seems like a no-brainer so why not take the potential generational back?

And lest there be any confusion, I think this plan is dumb as hell.

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:40:20, in reply to "Local talk is all about Love at 3 and trade back in to get Simpson. "

Not because of the guaranteed money for a RB at 3, but because we have a crap o-line and having a rookie RB and QB behind a mediocre at best line is not a recipe for success. I also really don't like the idea of getting Simpson but especially in the 1st. If he's there in the 2nd I can understand taking a flyer, but not in the 1st.

My personal preference is that they take Reese or Bailey at 3. Get o-line help at 34 and/or 65, and look for a QB in the 4th or 5th in the off chance you can catch lightning in a bottle.

Yeah... get the best player on the board not named Love or trade out.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:56:16, in reply to "And lest there be any confusion, I think this plan is dumb as hell. "

That guy isn't anywhere close to being Simpson.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Trade out no matter what. Avoid Simpson landmine.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:37:34, in reply to "Local talk is all about Love at 3 and trade back in to get Simpson. "

Or... just be the Cardinals.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

between Allgeier and Love, you would have $25M in guaranteed money committed to the RB position.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:04:40, in reply to "Local talk is all about Love at 3 and trade back in to get Simpson. "

and the Cardinals line is shit on a shingle.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Heard Ran Carthon say he totally gets why the Cardinals would do this. They need explosives!

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:11:21, in reply to "between Allgeier and Love, you would have $25M in guaranteed money committed to the RB position."

Ran, how they gonna get explosives with a bad line and Brisset as your QB? Or Ty Simpson? Or rookie QB next year?

This is why you’re not a GM anymore, Ran.

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and the Cardinals line is shit on a shingle.

I can't see how an RB at 3 makes sense. If he's not, like, a top 3 RB he's overpaid*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:04:03, in reply to "Local talk is all about Love at 3 and trade back in to get Simpson. "

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RB at 3 would have the most guaranteed money of any RB In the league on their current deal.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 21, 2026, 11:07:20, in reply to "I can't see how an RB at 3 makes sense. If he's not, like, a top 3 RB he's overpaid*"

Saquon is #1 at $36M guaranteed.

Love at 3 would be ~$46M.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Lots of chatter that Jermod McCoy could slip into the 2nd round due to his knee injury.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 20, 2026, 20:28:32, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

I'm not a doctor, but I'd be pretty pumped if the Bears took him at 25.

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That knee drove the Bengals trade Saturday. If they were comfortable with it they would have

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 20, 2026, 21:49:53, in reply to "Lots of chatter that Jermod McCoy could slip into the 2nd round due to his knee injury."

stuck and picked him at 10. Or Delane.

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I'm not a doctor, but I'd be pretty pumped if the Bears took him at 25.

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Reading more about this, it’s due to a bone plug put in not related to the ACL?

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 20, 2026, 21:23:54, in reply to "Lots of chatter that Jermod McCoy could slip into the 2nd round due to his knee injury."

Or something like that? Could require a major surgery at some point to remove.

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I'm not a doctor, but I'd be pretty pumped if the Bears took him at 25.

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I like the Toledo safety at 25. I just don't think one of the DTs are gonna be there worth taking

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 20, 2026, 20:30:45, in reply to "Lots of chatter that Jermod McCoy could slip into the 2nd round due to his knee injury."

in that spot. I think a few will move up in the draft

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I'm not a doctor, but I'd be pretty pumped if the Bears took him at 25.

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EMW or an OT are my hopes at this point

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 20, 2026, 21:18:27, in reply to "I like the Toledo safety at 25. I just don't think one of the DTs are gonna be there worth taking"

Don’t love taking a 2-down DT or an edge that can’t rush the passer at 25

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in that spot. I think a few will move up in the draft

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I'm not a doctor, but I'd be pretty pumped if the Bears took him at 25.

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Jimmy G considering retirement. He’s made $156MM in his career. HFS*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 20, 2026, 14:50:22, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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definitely didn't know he was still on a roster*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 20, 2026, 15:21:52, in reply to "Jimmy G considering retirement. He’s made $156MM in his career. HFS*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Also now 6 teams with multiple firsts, that's fun*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 18, 2026, 20:42:15, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Lawrence to Cincy for package including 10th pick *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 18, 2026, 19:29:06, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Wait, there’s nothing else going back to the Bengals?! Great deal for the Giants.*

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I must have a higher view of Lawrence than most because I think it is about right-ish*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 18, 2026, 22:08:06, in reply to "Wait, there’s nothing else going back to the Bengals?! Great deal for the Giants.*"

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He’s a 28 year old stud. This is a fantastic move for the Bengals. Add in the lower value of the 10

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 18, 2026, 23:23:27, in reply to "I must have a higher view of Lawrence than most because I think it is about right-ish*"

pick this year and it’s a no brainer. They finally took a swing and addressed their biggest weakness.

I fucking love this.

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If he's actually willing to play on his current contract, it's pretty sweet.

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 18, 2026, 23:30:31, in reply to "He’s a 28 year old stud. This is a fantastic move for the Bengals. Add in the lower value of the 10"

Is there going to be an extension?

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pick this year and it’s a no brainer. They finally took a swing and addressed their biggest weakness.

I fucking love this.

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Almost assuredly. Bengals are win now mode. Even with the extension this makes sense.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 19, 2026, 0:05:25, in reply to "If he's actually willing to play on his current contract, it's pretty sweet."

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Is there going to be an extension?

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pick this year and it’s a no brainer. They finally took a swing and addressed their biggest weakness.

I fucking love this.

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Yeah 1 yr/28 isn't bad at all. Had a down year last year, but over the last 4-5,

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 19, 2026, 11:28:06, in reply to "Almost assuredly. Bengals are win now mode. Even with the extension this makes sense.*"

I'd be hard pressed to put anyone over him. Chris Jones I guess?

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Is there going to be an extension?

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pick this year and it’s a no brainer. They finally took a swing and addressed their biggest weakness.

I fucking love this.

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He’s in that category for sure. Total game wrecker in the middle. Above and beyond

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 19, 2026, 12:55:53, in reply to "Yeah 1 yr/28 isn't bad at all. Had a down year last year, but over the last 4-5,"

the player, this speaks massively about the small time front office. They might finally realize they are wasting a generational QB and WR.

And that you can’t always plan for sustainability. Today’s NFL is run in 3-4 year windows. This move sets them up nicely for a few years on the inside. They just regained the line of scrimmage on D.

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I'd be hard pressed to put anyone over him. Chris Jones I guess?

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Is there going to be an extension?

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pick this year and it’s a no brainer. They finally took a swing and addressed their biggest weakness.

I fucking love this.

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Yeah this is a pretty wild move by the Bengals.*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 18, 2026, 20:28:26, in reply to "Wait, there’s nothing else going back to the Bengals?! Great deal for the Giants.*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Bengals are win now so seems like a pretty good deal considering their DL has been trash*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 18, 2026, 21:18:25, in reply to "Yeah this is a pretty wild move by the Bengals.*"

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and for some players I'm lower on than the consensus

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 17, 2026, 13:11:54, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://www.nflmockdraftdatabase.com/big-boards/2026/consensus-big-board-2026

54. Keldric Faulk EDGE Auburn (Consensus 20)
I talked a bit about him in the edge post. It's the Tyree Wilson discussion for me all over again. Great physical tools, poor technique, very low production. Sometimes these guys pan out, but I never take the cheese on them.

70. Ty Simpson QB Bama (Consensus 34)
As said in the QB post, he's very Mac Jones (who?) to me. Undersized, arm is below average, a 1 year wonder in college. I just never bet on these guys.

84. Caleb Tiernan OT NW (Consensus 65)
Combination of tall (6'8") and short arms is not what you want at tackle. Easy to bullrush him and he's likely too tall to kick inside. Has value, but more as a swing tackle.

89. Lee Hunter DT TTU (Consensus 49)
Legitimately poor athlete (RAS of 3.72). I didn't like him at all during Senior Bowl week. Played really high in the 1v1s. He bulldozed through people at TTU on a very good line. He won't be able to do that in the NFL.

97. Chris Bell WR Louisville (Consensus 53)
(UNR) Chris Brazzell WR Tenn (Consensus 54)
(UNR) Zachariah Branch WE UGA (Consensus 63)
The triumvirate of NOPE on day 2 WRs. Bell feels very Treylon Burks to me. I won't bet on a Tennessee WR until I see one have any success in the NFL. Branch has something insane like 40% of his yards are from screen plays. Hard pass on all of them.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Brazzell apparently has played all but 2 snaps the last 2 years on the same aide

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 17, 2026, 22:34:28, in reply to "and for some players I'm lower on than the consensus"

Forget which but he’s not a guy you can move around

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Will Anderson Jr signs 3 year, $150MM extension with Texans.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 17, 2026, 12:51:15, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2045196900438089895?s=20

The push towards shorter contracts is really interesting.

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Also, the Texans trade for Anderson was a shocking amount of draft value to give up for a non-QB.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 17, 2026, 13:00:05, in reply to "Will Anderson Jr signs 3 year, $150MM extension with Texans."

Worked out pretty damn well, though.

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https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/2045196900438089895?s=20

The push towards shorter contracts is really interesting.

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Thought this was a great article on draft value + free agent availability

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 16, 2026, 21:03:19, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://overthecap.com/2026-positional-draft-success-vs-free-agent-availability

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i mean, he says in the article that this doesn't show hit rate. it's circular logic.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 17, 2026, 10:32:05, in reply to "Thought this was a great article on draft value + free agent availability"

If there are 8 edges taken in the first round every year and 1 TE, you've got a much better chance of 1st round edges appearing more productive.

even if 6 of the 8 are busts, if 2 of them reach the top 10 in salary, that makes the position look twice as valuable per this metric.

it's "you shouldn't highly draft these positions because they're less valuable and they're less valuable because they don't get drafted highly."

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I don't think the article is as much about a single metric as it is the combo of the two.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 17, 2026, 22:12:30, in reply to "i mean, he says in the article that this doesn't show hit rate. it's circular logic. "

Whereas you can get a top safety using later round picks or through free agency, that's not a realistic option if you want impact players at other positions. Not exactly theory of relativity levels of findings, but interesting to see one view of the data laid out.

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Talking a bit more in depth about some of the players I'm higher on than consensus:

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 16, 2026, 12:46:36, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Consensus big board here:

https://www.nflmockdraftdatabase.com/big-boards/2026/consensus-big-board-2026

Higher on:
1. Caleb Downs S tOSU (Consensus 9)
I think Downs is the smartest defense prospect I've seen since Luke Kuechly. He started for Nick Saban at Bama as a true freshman at the hardest position to learn on the field and led their team in tackles. He transferred to tOSU and was an All American as a true sophomore. He's on a defense last year with 3 other first-rounders and 2 other day 2 picks and he's the one they all turn to. He doesn't have the crazy size/speed/athleticism of his teammates Styles and Reese, but he's a force multiplier. IMO, he's a perennial pro-bowler. He's been MY GUY since Bama. Hard to keep that tag for being ranked so high, though.

19. Zion Young DE Mizzou (Consensus 37)
I think we're to the point that run defense is chronically underrated. Of course, sacks are important, but what happens on 1st and 2nd down to get you in those passing downs? Zion Young is right up there with Rueben Bain as the best run-defending DE in the draft. My comp for Young is Carl Granderson, who has never had more than 8.5 sacks in a season, but is an elite run defender.

24. Keionte Scott NB TheU (Consensus 64)
I've said it a bunch; I love hybrid defenders. Scott is a true modern nickel defender. He's a bit undersized but plays so much bigger. He's a demon vs. the run, he blitzes, he can cover. He reminds me so much of Kyler Gordon. Someone is going to get a gem in the 2nd round.

26. Gabe Jacas EDGE I-L-L (Consensus 50)
OUR GUY GABE! Love the motor and the play strength. Wants to beat b#tches up. I love that mentality. NFL.com comps him to Matthew Judon and I could see him doing very well in that Elephant role.

27. Jacob Rodriguez LB TTU (Consensus 45)
MY GUY! All he does is create turnovers. 7 forced fumbles & 4 INTs last year. Only negative on him is that he's a bit undersized (6'1" 231#), but that's not that abnormal in this NFL. I love watching him play.

35. Treydan Stukes DB AZ (Consensus 56)
I'm not sure where he plays in the secondary in the NFL. He played some deep safety, some robber safety, nickel off-corner, nickel on the line. He can absolutley fly (4.33) and most importantly, plays to that speed because he recognizes offenses well.

36. Gennings Dunker OG UFI (Consensus 60)
39. Keylan Rutledge OG GA Tech (Consensus 58)
Lumping these two in together because I loved them both at the Senior Bowl and I think they'll both be on the beat-b#ches-up spectrum at guard. Dunker is probably best for a zone scheme. Rutledge more for a gap and pull scheme.

47. Kyle Louis LB Pitt (Consensus 73)
I talked a bit about him when I did a Bears mock. He's a hybrid pass-fit LB. Great athlete, but undersized. More like a big safety, but I think that's coveted in this NFL.

60. Ted Hurst WR GA St (Consensus 79)
I had a paragraph written about him in the WR2 post and it disappeared and then I got angry and forgot about it. Hurst is one of the day 2 WRs I'd be betting on the best to break out. Prototypical size (6'4" 206#) and 4.42 speed. I'm always skeptical of players like this from small schools playing shit competition. Then on the 2nd rep in Senior Bowl practice, I saw him Moss a CB in the end zone then follow it up by beating a press jam on a slant to get open by 2 yards. "OK. He's got something."

71. Kaleb Proctor DT SE LA (Consensus 113)
90. Zane Durant DT PSU (Consensus 135)
I know I just said the NFL is underselling the importance of run defense at the expense of taking pass rush specialists, but this draft is also sorely lacking pass rush specialists at DT. These guys are both undersized (6'2" 291# and 6'1" 290#), both super quick (4.79/1.68 and 4.75/166), and both overmatched vs. the run. They are 3rd down 3-techniques who can shoot a gap and create pressure on the inside that will likely be there on day 3.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

heh, this made me remember Mike Brown's Brain

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 16, 2026, 13:08:58, in reply to "Talking a bit more in depth about some of the players I'm higher on than consensus:"

RIP Larry Horse

I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

per the Rich Hill draft trade chart. 25 + 57 = 14. if Caleb Downs falls to 14, are you moving up?

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 15, 2026, 15:34:39, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

i am in a heartbeat.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Yes.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 15, 2026, 15:56:09, in reply to "per the Rich Hill draft trade chart. 25 + 57 = 14. if Caleb Downs falls to 14, are you moving up?"

Just kidding.

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i am in a heartbeat.

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i genuinely think he's the best player in the draft. getting him for #25 and #57 is a steal*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 15, 2026, 15:59:01, in reply to "Yes."

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Just kidding.

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i am in a heartbeat.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Trading up for a safety in a deep safety draft makes me wretch a bit.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 16, 2026, 12:52:32, in reply to "i genuinely think he's the best player in the draft. getting him for #25 and #57 is a steal*"

However I think I’ve seen twice in the past couple days the Bears trading up for Thienemann or EMW and that made me wretched more.

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Just kidding.

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i am in a heartbeat.

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What are the chances of falling to 14? Slim to none?*

Posted by ibdoc <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ibdoc' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 15, 2026, 15:44:09, in reply to "per the Rich Hill draft trade chart. 25 + 57 = 14. if Caleb Downs falls to 14, are you moving up?"

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i am in a heartbeat.

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i think he drops to somewhere in the 10-12 range

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 15, 2026, 15:47:21, in reply to "What are the chances of falling to 14? Slim to none?*"

because he's not a crazy athlete and he's not imposing on size.

i think he's the smartest defensive prospect since luke kuechly.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Ian Rapaport says Dexter Lawrence and NYG contract talks have “reached an impasse”

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 21:43:33, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Gotta believe Ryan Poles has been active in those talks.

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For draft nerds: A new mock draft simulator used by the stock exchange guys today.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 20:55:06, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://sticktothemodel.com/draft/simulator

Apparently uses AI consensus rankings, not sure where the scouting reports are from.

A little clunky but some cool trade functionality.

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Sherrone Moore avoids jail time

Posted by Sounder <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sounder' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 15:38:02, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was sentenced to 18 months' probation and fined just over $1,000 for two misdemeanors stemming from an incident at the apartment of a staff member with whom he had engaged in an inappropriate relationship. https://t.co/G4MNZ5me9H
— ESPN (@espn) April 14, 2026

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Russini resigns from The Athletic*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 14:49:16, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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She's going to be working for Barstool by the end of the month.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 14, 2026, 14:56:15, in reply to "Russini resigns from The Athletic*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Well I guess that pretty much settles the debate on what happened.

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 14:54:34, in reply to "Russini resigns from The Athletic*"

Feels like either her husband or Vrabel’s wife had to be having them followed.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I can't wait to see what kind of havoc TMZ setting up a DC office is going to cause*

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Feels like either her husband or Vrabel’s wife had to be having them followed.

I hope everyone at TMZ dies in a fire*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 15:53:18, in reply to "I can't wait to see what kind of havoc TMZ setting up a DC office is going to cause*"

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Feels like either her husband or Vrabel’s wife had to be having them followed.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Normally I totally agree, but if they can use their evil powers for good

Posted by Sounder <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sounder' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 15:59:37, in reply to "I hope everyone at TMZ dies in a fire* "

by catching Lindsey Graham coming out of a bathhouse, I'm here for it.

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Feels like either her husband or Vrabel’s wife had to be having them followed.

I don't know if that would even do anything

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 16:39:33, in reply to "Normally I totally agree, but if they can use their evil powers for good"

he's been there long enough that he could probably still get elected as a gay dude

if Trump has kompromat on him, my guess is it's something way worse than just gay

I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

Oh, he's basically untouchable, I just want to see him get humiliated*

Posted by Sounder <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sounder' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 17:42:26, in reply to "I don't know if that would even do anything"

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he's been there long enough that he could probably still get elected as a gay dude

if Trump has kompromat on him, my guess is it's something way worse than just gay

if you're not humiliated being a trump lackey, then you are incapable of humiliation*

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 20:34:24, in reply to "Oh, he's basically untouchable, I just want to see him get humiliated*"

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he's been there long enough that he could probably still get elected as a gay dude

if Trump has kompromat on him, my guess is it's something way worse than just gay

Sounds like Vrabel world. The people that shopped the pics didn’t know who she was

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 14:55:33, in reply to "Well I guess that pretty much settles the debate on what happened."

They were shopping them as Vrabel with some woman

cutting to the chase because I was getting bored of positional breakdowns- VIV TOP 100

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 12:23:56, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

1 Caleb Downs S tOSU
2 Jeremiyah Love RB ND
3 Sonny Styles LB tOSU
4 Arvell Reese EDGE tOSU
5 David Bailey EDGE TTU
6 Spencer Fano OL Utah
7 Rueben Bain EDGE TheU
8 Fernando Mendoza QB IU
9 Jermod McCoy CB TN
10 Vega Ioane OG PSU
11 Francis Mauigoa OL TheU
12 Mansoor Delane CB LSU
13 Kenyon Sadiq TE Oregon
14 Makai Lemon WR USC
15 Kadyn Proctor OT Bama
16 Dillon Thieneman S Oregon
17 KC Concepcion WR aTm
18 Carnell Tate WR tOSU
19 Zion Young EDGE Mizzou
20 Monroe Freeling OT UGA
21 Jordan Tyson WR ASU
22 Akheem Mesidor EDGE TheU
23 Emmanuel McNeil-Warren S Toldeo
24 Keionte Scott NB TheU
25 Christen Miller DT UGA
26 Gabe Jacas EDGE ILL
27 Jacob Rodriguez LB TT
28 Kayden McDonald DT tOSU
29 Caleb Lomu OT Utah
30 Blake Miller OT Clemson
31 TJ Parker EDGE Clemson
32 Chris Johnson CB SDSt
33 Caleb Banks DL UF
34 Malachi Lawrence EDGE UCF
35 Treydan Stukes NB AZ
36 Gennings Dunker OG Iowa
37 Colton Hood CB TN
38 Max Iheanachor OT ASU
39 Keylan Rutledge OG GATech
40 D'Angelo Ponds CB IU
41 R Mason Thomas EDGE OU
42 CJ Allen LB UGA
43 Chase Bisontis OG aTm
44 Denzel Boston WR UW
45 AJ Haulcy S LSU
46 Emmanuel Pregnon OG Oregon
47 Kyle Louis LB Pitt
48 Jake Golday LB Cincy
49 Omar Cooper Jr. WR IU
50 Germie Bernard WR Bama
51 Avieon Terrell CB Clemson
52 Cashius Howell EDGE aTm
53 Anthony Hill LB UT
54 Keldric Faulk EDGE Auburn
55 Dani Dennis-Sutton EDGE PSU
56 Brandon Cisse CB Scar
57 Peter Woods DT Clemson
58 Jadarian Price RB ND
59 Antonio Williams WR Clemson
60 Ted Hurst WR GA State
61 Domonique Orange DT IA St
62 Josiah Trotter LB Mizzou
63 Sam Hecht OC KSU
64 Jonah Coleman RB UW
65 Romello Height EDGE TTU
66 Bud Clark S TCU
67 Darrrell Jackson DT FSU
68 Keith Abney CB ASU
69 Malachi Fields WR ND
70 Ty Simpson QB Bama
71 Kaleb Proctor DT SE LA
72 Zakee Wheatley S PSU
73 Markel Bell OT TheU
74 Deion Burks WR OU
75 Skyler Bell WR Uconn
76 Emmett Johnson RB Nebraska
77 Joshua Josephs EDGE TN
78 Elijah Sarratt WR IU
79 Eli Raridon TE ND
80 Jalon Kilgore S Scar
81 Connor Lew OC Auburn
82 Keyron Crawford EDGE Auburn
83 Tyler Onyedim DT aTm
84 Caleb Tiernan OT NW
85 Jake Slaughter OC UF
86 Derrick Moore EDGE UM
87 Bryce Boettcher LB Oregon
88 Davison Igbinosun CB tOSU
89 Lee Hunter DT TTU
90 Zane Durant DT PSU
91 Tacario Davis CB UW
92 Tim Keenan DT Bama
93 LT Overton EDGE Bama
94 Malik Muhammad CB UT
95 Eli Stowers TE Vandy
96 De'Zhaun Stribling WR Ole Miss
97 Chris Bell WR Louisville
98 Mike Washington Jr. RB Ark
99 Devin Moore CB UF
100 Travis Burke OT Memphis

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 16, 2026, 12:45:56, in reply to "cutting to the chase because I was getting bored of positional breakdowns- VIV TOP 100"

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

What do you think of McCoy having been removed from some boards because of the knee?

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 16:32:38, in reply to "cutting to the chase because I was getting bored of positional breakdowns- VIV TOP 100"

I’m about 80% now that the Bengals go corner at 10.

From what I read, his pro day went great. Still seeing some teams won’t draft him.

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McCoy was awesome in 2024. I obviously have no way of knowing how the knee looks

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 15, 2026, 14:08:12, in reply to "What do you think of McCoy having been removed from some boards because of the knee?"

my rank is based on his health. he was moving like himself at that pro day.

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I’m about 80% now that the Bengals go corner at 10.

From what I read, his pro day went great. Still seeing some teams won’t draft him.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I’ve got him circled as my pick to click to slide into the 20s*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 16:52:23, in reply to "What do you think of McCoy having been removed from some boards because of the knee?"

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I’m about 80% now that the Bengals go corner at 10.

From what I read, his pro day went great. Still seeing some teams won’t draft him.

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I would be shocked.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 19:30:53, in reply to "I’ve got him circled as my pick to click to slide into the 20s*"

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I’m about 80% now that the Bengals go corner at 10.

From what I read, his pro day went great. Still seeing some teams won’t draft him.

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Well I thought my take would be a little spicy, but after updated mocks this AM, looks like not.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 15, 2026, 12:36:52, in reply to "I would be shocked.*"

3 mocks out this morning, Brugler has him 18, Mel has him 24 and McShay has him 20.

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I’m about 80% now that the Bengals go corner at 10.

From what I read, his pro day went great. Still seeing some teams won’t draft him.

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I have been Wishcasting Makai Lemon falling to 25 for 3 months*

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They do need a WR but round 3 is probably when I’d consider it*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 15:41:50, in reply to "I have been Wishcasting Makai Lemon falling to 25 for 3 months*"

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Good God, Lemon!*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 14:46:16, in reply to "I have been Wishcasting Makai Lemon falling to 25 for 3 months*"

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I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

No thanks. Make Ben earn his paycheck with the weapons he has.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 14:43:40, in reply to "I have been Wishcasting Makai Lemon falling to 25 for 3 months*"

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Need to run a ton of 2-TE sets to maximize Loveland’s usage, WR3 isn’t going to be too critical…

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 14:46:58, in reply to "No thanks. Make Ben earn his paycheck with the weapons he has.*"

though you obviously need quality depth and it’s not like either Odunze or Burden are fully proven yet.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Bottom line: Ben is a great offensive mind.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 14:53:14, in reply to "Need to run a ton of 2-TE sets to maximize Loveland’s usage, WR3 isn’t going to be too critical…"

And you shouldn’t need to hand a great offensive mind 3 first round pass catchers + a 2nd round pass catcher + one of the best QB talents in the last decade for his offense to look great.

Address the other side of the ball and let Ben cook with what he’s got on offense.

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though you obviously need quality depth and it’s not like either Odunze or Burden are fully proven yet.

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I think Makai Lemon is going to be awesome. I think it is not a need

But I just love him as a player

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though you obviously need quality depth and it’s not like either Odunze or Burden are fully proven yet.

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Jacas at 26? Seems high for a 7th rounder

Posted by illini222 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini222' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 13:18:57, in reply to "cutting to the chase because I was getting bored of positional breakdowns- VIV TOP 100"

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Drink Everytime Brad Underwood says "Elite" in a press conference.

chort*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 13:19:44, in reply to "Jacas at 26? Seems high for a 7th rounder"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

The more I learn, the less I like the idea of a DT at 25. I think that’s reaching

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 13:10:57, in reply to "cutting to the chase because I was getting bored of positional breakdowns- VIV TOP 100"

Unless someone falls, that is. I’d love Caleb Banks but too risky with the foot issues. McDonald seems too one-note. I’ve heard some say Miller from UGa wouldn’t be a bad pick. I guess I need to learn more about him

I think i prefer either Theineman or EMW or maybe an OT is one falls. That ASU OT seems to be heating g up some and I’d be cool taking Proctor if still there.

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it's a thin class at DT and the best ones are run-first.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 13:18:55, in reply to "The more I learn, the less I like the idea of a DT at 25. I think that’s reaching"

which i think some people wrongly dismiss as unimportant.

both miller and mcdonald provide immediate fixes for what was a poor run D.

i think if we're going run D on the d-line at 25, i'd rather have zion young at DE, though.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

If I had to bet on our pick at 25, I’d bet Zion Young or Malachi Lawrence.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 14:42:49, in reply to "it's a thin class at DT and the best ones are run-first. "

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Lawrence is very intriguing. I think his skillset was compared to Mack’s

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 15:37:13, in reply to "If I had to bet on our pick at 25, I’d bet Zion Young or Malachi Lawrence.*"

on a pod I listened to recently. I forget who said it but also there may be some baggage there?

I’m also fine doing the Howie Finebaum and just wait for someone who falls like a Bain or someone like that. Note: I doubt Bain falls this far but everyone gushes over how the Eagles and Ravens are so great when half the time guys just fall into their laps….

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I hear a lot of conflicting stuff on Young. Sounds like a fit but also not a great rusher

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 13:45:47, in reply to "it's a thin class at DT and the best ones are run-first. "

Almost seems like another Sweat but sounds like a high motor kid who needs to mature some

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nope. not a great pass rusher. the best run defending DE in the draft, though.*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 15:26:02, in reply to "I hear a lot of conflicting stuff on Young. Sounds like a fit but also not a great rusher "

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Almost seems like another Sweat but sounds like a high motor kid who needs to mature some

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

putting some tiers on it

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 12:39:27, in reply to "cutting to the chase because I was getting bored of positional breakdowns- VIV TOP 100"

1 Caleb Downs S tOSU Blue Chip
2 Jeremiyah Love RB ND Blue Chip
3 Sonny Styles LB tOSU Blue Chip
4 Arvell Reese EDGE tOSU top 10
5 David Bailey EDGE TTU top 10
6 Spencer Fano OL Utah top 10
7 Rueben Bain EDGE TheU 1st Round
8 Fernando Mendoza QB IU 1st Round
9 Jermod McCoy CB TN 1st Round
10 Vega Ioane OG PSU 1st Round
11 Francis Mauigoa OL TheU 1st Round
12 Mansoor Delane CB LSU 1st Round
13 Kenyon Sadiq TE Oregon 1st Round
14 Makai Lemon WR USC 1st Round
15 Kadyn Proctor OT Bama 1st Round
16 Dillon Thieneman S Oregon 1st Round
17 KC Concepcion WR aTm 1st Round
18 Carnell Tate WR tOSU 1st Round
19 Zion Young EDGE Mizzou 1st Round
20 Monroe Freeling OT UGA 1st-2nd Round
21 Jordan Tyson WR ASU 1st-2nd Round
22 Akheem Mesidor EDGE TheU 1st-2nd Round
23 Emmanuel McNeil-Warren S Toldeo 1st-2nd Round
24 Keionte Scott NB TheU 1st-2nd Round
25 Christen Miller DT UGA 1st-2nd Round
26 Gabe Jacas EDGE ILL 1st-2nd Round
27 Jacob Rodriguez LB TT 1st-2nd Round
28 Kayden McDonald DT tOSU 1st-2nd Round
29 Caleb Lomu OT Utah 1st-2nd Round
30 Blake Miller OT Clemson 1st-2nd Round
31 TJ Parker EDGE Clemson 1st-2nd Round
32 Chris Johnson CB SDSt 1st-2nd Round
33 Caleb Banks DL UF 1st-2nd Round
34 Malachi Lawrence EDGE UCF 1st-2nd Round
35 Treydan Stukes NB AZ 1st-2nd Round
36 Gennings Dunker OG Iowa 1st-2nd Round
37 Colton Hood CB TN 1st-2nd Round
38 Max Iheanachor OT ASU 1st-2nd Round
39 Keylan Rutledge OG GATech 1st-2nd Round
40 D'Angelo Ponds CB IU 1st-2nd Round
41 R Mason Thomas EDGE OU 2nd round
42 CJ Allen LB UGA 2nd round
43 Chase Bisontis OG aTm 2nd round
44 Denzel Boston WR UW 2nd round
45 AJ Haulcy S LSU 2nd round
46 Emmanuel Pregnon OG Oregon 2nd round
47 Kyle Louis LB Pitt 2nd round
48 Jake Golday LB Cincy 2nd round
49 Omar Cooper Jr. WR IU 2nd round
50 Germie Bernard WR Bama 2nd round
51 Avieon Terrell CB Clemson 2nd round
52 Cashius Howell EDGE aTm 2nd round
53 Anthony Hill LB UT 2nd round
54 Keldric Faulk EDGE Auburn 2nd round
55 Dani Dennis-Sutton EDGE PSU 2nd-3rd round
56 Brandon Cisse CB Scar 2nd-3rd round
57 Peter Woods DT Clemson 2nd-3rd round
58 Jadarian Price RB ND 2nd-3rd round
59 Antonio Williams WR Clemson 2nd-3rd round
60 Ted Hurst WR GA State 2nd-3rd round
61 Domonique Orange DT IA St 2nd-3rd round
62 Josiah Trotter LB Mizzou 2nd-3rd round
63 Sam Hecht OC KSU 2nd-3rd round
64 Jonah Coleman RB UW 3rd round
65 Romello Height EDGE TTU 3rd round
66 Bud Clark S TCU 3rd round
67 Darrrell Jackson DT FSU 3rd round
68 Keith Abney CB ASU 3rd round
69 Malachi Fields WR ND 3rd round
70 Ty Simpson QB Bama 3rd round
71 Kaleb Proctor DT SE LA 3rd round
72 Zakee Wheatley S PSU 3rd round
73 Markel Bell OT TheU 3rd round
74 Deion Burks WR OU 3rd round
75 Skyler Bell WR Uconn 3rd round
76 Emmett Johnson RB Nebraska 3rd round
77 Joshua Josephs EDGE TN 3rd round
78 Elijah Sarratt WR IU 3rd round
79 Eli Raridon TE ND 3rd round
80 Jalon Kilgore S Scar 3rd round
81 Connor Lew OC Auburn 3rd round
82 Keyron Crawford EDGE Auburn 3rd-4th round
83 Tyler Onyedim DT aTm 3rd-4th round
84 Caleb Tiernan OT NW 3rd-4th round
85 Jake Slaughter OC UF 3rd-4th round
86 Derrick Moore EDGE UM 3rd-4th round
87 Bryce Boettcher LB Oregon 3rd-4th round
88 Davison Igbinosun CB tOSU 3rd-4th round
89 Lee Hunter DT TTU 3rd-4th round
90 Zane Durant DT PSU 3rd-4th round
91 Tacario Davis CB UW 3rd-4th round
92 Tim Keenan DT Bama 3rd-4th round
93 LT Overton EDGE Bama 3rd-4th round
94 Malik Muhammad CB UT 3rd-4th round
95 Eli Stowers TE Vandy 3rd-4th round
96 De'Zhaun Stribling WR Ole Miss 4th round
97 Chris Bell WR Louisville 4th round
98 Mike Washington Jr. RB Ark 4th round
99 Devin Moore CB UF 4th round
100 Travis Burke OT Memphis 4th round

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

This is strictly BPA, right? No adjustment for positional value?*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 12:29:57, in reply to "cutting to the chase because I was getting bored of positional breakdowns- VIV TOP 100"

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I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

for the most part, yes. i give QBs a bit of a bump

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 12:35:11, in reply to "This is strictly BPA, right? No adjustment for positional value?*"

it's mostly "who am i most sure of being a good pro and how valuable to their team is that?"

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

OTs

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 10, 2026, 17:06:57, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

This class is clumpy to me. I don't love any of the tackles as a top 10 or 15 pick, but I think there are a bunch of 2nd tier ones that either have a ton of developmental promise or could be, at minimum, a really good guard.

And because I don't want to be arbiter of guard vs. tackle, I'm going to go by how Dane Brugler has them classified.

This group should all be top 40 picks:

*Spencer Fano Utah 6'5" 311#
Played RT the last two seasons. Unanimous All-American. Really good athlete. Fiesty AF. Really good hand fighter. Has T-rex arms. Will Campbell-esque (though significantly more athletic than Campbell). A little on the light side. Got his lunch eaten by speed rushers (David Bailey in particular at TT). He reminds me so much of Alijah Vera Tucker when he was coming out of USC. Almost identical size, arm length, and athleticism. Like AVT, I think Fano can be serviceable at tackle, but an excellent, all-pro potential guard.

*Francis Mauigoa TheU 6'6" 327#
A damn warrior. Had to earn it every practice going against Rueben Bain and Akheem Mesidor. Good strength. Just ok on agility. Again, shorter arms than you'd like. Barely at the 33" threshold. I do think he's more of a tackle (purely RT) than Fano but I could see some teams having him as a guard as well. Hard for me to put him to the Cardinals at 3.

*Monroe Freeling UGA 6'7" (stop it) 315#
OK, an actual left tackle. Long arms (almost 35"), wingspan 4" greater than Mauigoa. Great athlete, 4.93 40 and 33.5" vertical. Mirrors well vs. speed rushers with the grip strength to counter hand fighting. Big paws on a puppy. Green as hell. Needs coaching. Sets too high. Settles on his heels too much. He lets rushers inside too easily. Needs a couple years of a pro weight room. The ones that like him will hope he's Kolton Miller. I think he gets over drafted because he's got massive upside.

*Kadyn Proctor Bama 6'7" (stop it) 352#
If you watch him early in the season, he looked slow and sloppy. He was reportedly up to about 380#. His coaches got him to buckle down, and he dropped a ton of weight by the end of the year, and it showed. Playing at around 350#, he's got rare agility, so much so that he played some fullback at Bama in goal line sets. He started at Bama as a true freshman. Has all the physical traits you want and is still only 20, but, like Freeling, has a long way to go to learn the position. Too often on his heels. Gets fooled by stunts too often. Doesn't use his leverage well. Only adequate arm length. With a pro diet and weight room and a good OL coach, has the upside you'd want, but has the downside of Mekhi Becton.

*Caleb Lomu Utah 6'6" 310#
The second Utah tackle. I'm higher on him than most. I don't get why he's getting mocked almost a full round later than Freeling. He's also a great athlete and I think he's smarter and better technically than Freeling. His big knock is that he's going to need time in a pro weight room to add anchor strength. Like Fano, he got waxed by David Bailey at TT, but I love his upside.

*Blake Miller Clemson 6'7" (stop it) 317#
4-year starter at Clemson. Prototypical RT size and strength. I think he's got a really high floor as a Ron Popeil set-it-and-forget-it RT in the pros. Again, gets too upright, but pro coaching will help. Not a sexy choice. Probably never all all-pro but would be a solid double as a late first/early 2nd round pick.

*Max Iheanachor ASU 6'6" 321#
Born in Nigeria. Only started playing football 4 years ago when he went to his JUCO and his AAU basketball coach suggested it. Great athlete, long arms. Looked great senior bowl week, but all upside at this point. Raw doesn't even describe it.

Day 2-3 types:
*Markel Bell TheU 6'9" (nice) 346#
36 & 3/8" arms. That's insanely long. Moves ok for being as huge as he is. If he gets his hands on you, you're done. Got famously blown up by a Derrick Moore from Michigan bullrush during Senior Bowl week practice. He's 6'9", he occasionally plays too high, but I like him. He's like a more athletic Dawand Jones.

*Caleb Tiernan Northwestern 6'8" 323#
Really short arms (32 & 1/4") for his height and I think he's too tall to really stick at guard. He's well coached and plays with good technique, but arm length and below average athleticism means the ceiling is capped with him. I think he's a solid swing tackle in the pros.

*Jude Bowry BC 6'5" 314#
If I'm betting on a day 3 guy to break out, it's Bowry. Left tackle length and athleticism (former "Freaks List" player) but has frankly kind of sucked as a blocker. I think a couple of years in a good system, and he could be a solid starting tackle.

*Dametrious Crownover aTm 6'7" 319#
Another crazy arm length guy (35 & 3/4") with a TE background, meaning he's a really good athlete for his size. Also, very unrefined as a blocker and penalized wayyy too much (11 times) last year. Will be 25 in September, so he's 3 years older than Bowry.

Lastly, I'll finish with OUR GUY
*JC Davis I-L-L 6'4" 322#
Long arms (34 & 5/8"), plays with great strength and likes to bully defenders. Gets overwhelmed by speed and hand usage is all over the place. Would be best served to kick inside to guard where I think he could be a solid 5+ year starter.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

not going to talk about TEs

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 10, 2026, 15:47:14, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

because the bears have loveland, i have only really watched Kenyon Sadiq. He's awesome.

End of TE discussion.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I think they grab one in the 7th in a deep TE draft. But you’d have to talk about like 7th rounders.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 10, 2026, 16:14:19, in reply to "not going to talk about TEs"

Not worth it.

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because the bears have loveland, i have only really watched Kenyon Sadiq. He's awesome.

End of TE discussion.

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yeah, i think the bears could use a true Y to be a designated blocker

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 10, 2026, 17:08:15, in reply to "I think they grab one in the 7th in a deep TE draft. But you’d have to talk about like 7th rounders."

but i'm sure as shit not going to go searching for TEs 10-20 for who is the best blocker.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Tanner Arkin? If he finds an NFL role it'd be primarily as a blocker*

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 14, 2026, 12:49:28, in reply to "yeah, i think the bears could use a true Y to be a designated blocker"

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but i'm sure as shit not going to go searching for TEs 10-20 for who is the best blocker.

I want the safety from Oregon. Tackling machine.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 19:07:52, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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I’m ugly.

I prefer the Toldeo safety but either one may be the best pick*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 19:23:03, in reply to "I want the safety from Oregon. Tackling machine.*"

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I’m a fan of them both. I’d prefer Thieneman, but I think both are first round players. *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 20:35:31, in reply to "I prefer the Toldeo safety but either one may be the best pick*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

for fun I tried to do another AI Mock Draft for the Bears

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 18:33:47, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

I don't get why mine always makes Jacus a 7th rounder

A realistic, no‑nonsense board built the way Poles actually drafts.

Round 1, Pick 25 — EDGE Zion Young, Missouri
Why he’s the pick:

Poles prioritizes traits over polish; Young is the most explosive EDGE likely to be on the board.

Sweat needs a true running mate.

Even with shorter arms, his burst + bend combo is rare in this class.

Fits the Bears’ wide‑9 looks perfectly.

Role: Day 1 rotational rusher → Year 2 starter.

Round 2, Pick 57 — DT Christen Miller, Georgia
Why:

Poles LOVES SEC defensive linemen with twitch.

Bears need a long‑term 3‑tech with pass‑rush upside.

Miller has the first step to disrupt immediately and the frame to grow into a full-time starter.

Role: Early-down disruptor with real ceiling.

Round 2, Pick 60 — WR Isaiah Bond, Texas
Why:

The Bears need a true vertical separator to complement Moore + Odunze.

Bond brings elite speed and YAC juice — something the WR room lacks.

Ben Johnson’s offense thrives with a field‑tilter.

Role: WR3 with WR2 upside.

Round 3, Pick 89 — S A.J. Haulcy, LSU
Why:

One of the smartest safeties in the class.

Poles values ball production and instincts — Haulcy checks both.

Bears need a long-term answer next to Brisker.

Role: Starting free safety by midseason.

Round 4, Pick 129 — OT Austin Barber, Florida
Why:

Poles always takes a mid-round OL with starter traits.

Barber has real tackle feet and SEC experience.

With Trapilo’s injury, Chicago needs a swing tackle who can actually play.

Role: Swing tackle → potential long-term RT.

Round 7, Pick 239 — EDGE Gabe Jacas, Illinois
Why:

Poles loves local prospects late.

Jacas has size, motor, and special teams value.

Developmental EDGE who fits the Bears’ culture.

Role: Depth EDGE + special teams.

Round 7, Pick 241 — LB Uar Bernard, Utah
Why:

Poles always grabs a late LB with speed and teams value.

Bernard fits the modern off-ball profile: rangy, twitchy, clean tackler.

Role: Core special teamer.

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Gonna be really hard to draft Isaiah Bond in the 2nd. He was in last year’s draft. *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 20:37:16, in reply to "for fun I tried to do another AI Mock Draft for the Bears"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Also

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 22:57:23, in reply to "Gonna be really hard to draft Isaiah Bond in the 2nd. He was in last year’s draft. *"

Zion Young isn’t really a “bend and burst” type of DE.
Bears rarely use a wide-9.
Christen Miller is a run-stuffing 1tech DT, not a pass rushing 3Texh.
As mentioned, Bond was a Cleveland Brown last year, and isn’t in this draft.
DJ Moore isn’t on the Bears anymore.
Jaquan Brisker isn’t on the Bears anymore.
AJ Haulcy is a strong safety, not a free safety.
Gabe Jacas won’t be there in the 7th.
Uar Bernard is a 306 lb DT, not an off ball LB.

Maybe lay off the AI for a while.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

well here's the reason...maybe?

i've seen him anywhere from 2nd round to 3rd round.
You’re not crazy — and you’re not imagining it. There’s a real split on Gabe Jacas, and the reason you’re seeing him anywhere from Round 2 to Round 7 is because he’s one of the most polarizing EDGE prospects in this entire class.

Let me break down why the range is so wide, and why your mocks keep pushing him down even though draft guys (like VIV in your tab ) have him much higher.

🎯 Why Some Evaluators Have Jacas in Round 2–3
These are the reasons the high grades exist — and they’re legit.

🔥 1. His flashes are legitimately Day 2 quality
When he wins, he wins with:

Real power

A violent first strike

A motor that never shuts off

Enough bend to threaten the edge

Teams LOVE guys who show NFL traits even if the production is uneven.

🏋️ 2. He’s built like an NFL EDGE
He checks the boxes:

Size

Strength

Frame

Effort

Competitiveness

That profile gets guys drafted earlier than their stats say they should.

📈 3. His 10-yard split and explosiveness numbers are good
Not elite, but good enough that teams can talk themselves into upside.

🏈 4. Coaches think they can “fix” him
This is the classic Day 2 argument:

“Give me the tools and I’ll teach him the rest.”

And Jacas has tools.

🧊 So why do mock simulators drop him to Round 6–7?
This is the part that frustrates you — and honestly, it’s because mock simulators are algorithmic, not evaluative.

1. His production profile is below the NFL threshold
Simulators heavily weight:

Sacks

Pressures

TFLs

Year-over-year growth

Jacas doesn’t check those boxes consistently.

2. His pass-rush plan is raw
Simulators ding:

Lack of counters

Inconsistent bend

Inconsistent get-off

Tweener traits

These are all things coaches think they can fix, but algorithms treat as red flags.

3. He’s a “traits but not polished” guy
Simulators push these players down every year:

Motor EDGE

Good frame

Inconsistent tape

Not elite athlete

Not elite producer

That’s the exact archetype that falls in mocks.

4. Local prospects often get undervalued in simulators
They don’t account for:

Regional familiarity

Local scouting bias

Scheme fit

Special teams value

NFL teams care about those things. Simulators don’t.

🧠 The truth: Jacas has a REAL chance to go Round 2–3
And your tab even shows VIV saying exactly that:

“zero chance Jacas is a 7th rounder. he's going to go between the bears picks at 25 and 57”

That’s not crazy. That’s where a lot of plugged-in draft people have him.

🧩 So what’s the REAL range?
Here’s the honest board:

Range Why
Round 2 Traits + flashes + motor + upside
Round 3 Developmental but high ceiling
Round 4–5 If teams worry about polish or role
Round 6–7 Only in simulators, not real NFL boards

NFL teams will not let him fall to Round 7.
Simulators will — because they’re math, not scouting.

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The draft pods I listen to all are fans of Gabe. McShay LOVES him*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 19:24:37, in reply to "well here's the reason...maybe?"

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Maybe stop using AI

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 19:20:27, in reply to "well here's the reason...maybe?"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

I did it this time to see if it pulled the same late round as it did last time

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 19:30:34, in reply to "Maybe stop using AI"

I got my 1st 3 picks on my own in my last draft but struggled with late round guys.

I just was testing to see if it was pulling the same results. It changed a little but the last 2 are the same.

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WRs Part 2

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 15:05:32, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

I wrote a bunch on like 15 of these guys and then I got the blue screen of death, so fuck it. I'm not writing it all over again.

Guys I'm higher on than consensus:
Antonio Williams (Clemson)
Skyler Bell (UConn)
Deion Burks (OU)
De'Zhaun Stribling (Ole Miss)

Guys I'm lower on than consensus:
Chris Brazzell (Tennessee)
Elijah Sarratt (IU)
Malachi Fields (ND)

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Skyler Bell is intriguing*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 15:13:56, in reply to "WRs Part 2"

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A bit undersized, a bit old, played against poor competition

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 16:03:45, in reply to "Skyler Bell is intriguing*"

but he's really twitchy. the 3-cone he ran at his pro day would have been the fastest of any player at the combine. also has a 41" vert. seems to have some route savvy, too. it's always hard to know how guys against poor competition will translate, especially when they're 2-3 years older than that competition, but he looks like he's got some promise.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

WRs (part 1)

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 15:16:53, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

The more I watch this WR class, the more I like it. I don't think there are any surefire #1s, but I think there are a good number of 2s and 3s.

Since it's always a huge class, I'll break this into a few parts over a couple days, so it's not 10,000 words.

Here are the guys that are pretty consistently in the top 50 range.

*Carnell Tate tOSU 6'2" 192#
Tate will likely be the first receiver taken in this year's draft (I mocked him to the Giants at 5). It's weird to say for someone that seems locked in as a top 10 pick at WR, but there's nothing about him that really wows me. He's exceedingly competent at pretty much everything without being particularly flashy. He's got pretty good size, runs pretty good routes, is a pretty good athlete, he's a pretty good go-up-and-get-it player that offers danger for a defense at the back end. His hands are great, though. To me, that all profiles to a high end #2 receiver. A slightly smaller Tee Higgins.

*Makai Lemon USC 5'11" 192#
Makai Lemon is insane- just watch his combine podium interview- and I love it. I don't know if it's genuine or if he's just really trying to be Amon Ra St. Brown, but as long as he plays like he did at USC, I'm in. He's undersized and not a burner, which likely makes him a slot only, but he's elite at finding or creating space and then becoming an absolute bitch when the ball is in the air. That's his ball and fuck you for thinking otherwise.

*Jordan Tyson ASU 6'2" 203#
The highest upside of any receiver in the draft. By far the most #1-y traits of any of the top receivers, but he's always hurt. Missed all of 2023 with an ACL/MCL/PCL. Missed the end of 2024 with a broken collarbone. Missed the end of 2025 and all of the pre-draft so far with multiple hamstring injuries. When he plays, he's sudden, explosive, and violent, but how much will teams trust him?

*KC Concepcion aTm 6'0" 196#
I have a blind spot with the NFL draft that if I get wowed or underwhelmed with someone by an early viewing, it's very hard to get me off of that position. I saw Concepcion get 5 yards behind the ND defense only to have his QB underthrow it by 10 yards, then saw him make a circus catch because of a terrible throw, then saw him dust a CB with a double move for what should have been another TD only to have that one underthrown, too. "holy shit. this is a dude." He's so quick and sudden. He creates space instantly and then is a demon after the catch. He reminds me a lot of Luther Burden. I dinged Burden last year for bad QB play. I may be swinging too far the opposite with KC, but I love him. He'd be by #2 WR. I don't get why he's a fringe 1st or early 2nd.

*Omar Cooper Jr. IU 6'0" 199#
Very similar to KC Concepcion to me. Quicker than fast, but with a lot of burst and fantastic after the catch with the ball. Runs a lot like young DJ Moore after the catch, but I don't know if he has the route running savvy that young DJ had.

*Denzel Boston UW 6'4" 212#
Big, prototypical X receiver. Big catch radius, excellent at contested catches, better route runner than you'd expect. Not a lot of speed, not a lot of YAC, not a lot of wiggle. Very Michael Pittman Jr. to me.

*Germie (yes "Germie") Bernard Bama 6'1" 206#
Not the biggest or the fastest (4.48). Not going to wow you with explosiveness, but arguably the highest floor of any receiver in the class outside of Tate. Everything about this guy screams "8-year NFL contributor." Ryan Williams was supposed to be the breakout star receiver at Bama in 2025. Instead, he stalled while Bernard got the #1 targets and receptions. He runs great routes. He finds open space. He doesn't drop the ball. It's competence pr0n.

*Chris Bell Louisville 6'2" 222#
Bell is big, strong, and fast, but he's not for me and that's before you take his currently torn ACL into account. So many people want him to be AJ Brown because of the stature, but for every AJ Brown there are 20 Malachi Corleys and Treylon Burkses. Super athlete, not a super receiver. Doesn't run routes well. Doesn't identify holes in the zones. Doesn't have the nuance to create space. Maybe you can teach him that because you can't teach big and fast. I'm just out.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Your description of Tate reminds me of Anquan Boldin. I loved that dude.*

Posted by DT <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DT' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 18:32:55, in reply to "WRs (part 1)"

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Germie Bernard reminds me of Matthew Golden from last year

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 15:45:02, in reply to "WRs (part 1)"

watched a good amount of his games last year, as I did w Golden the year before, and literally never noticed him. I'd be wary of him due to meh impact on a weekly basis. Maybe that Bama was boring last year is affecting my opinion.

Skyler Bell from UConn is a guy who intrigues me if the Bears look for a WR on Day 2 or 3

He feels like the type of WR Ben Johnson would prefer with his route running precision.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 17:29:48, in reply to "Germie Bernard reminds me of Matthew Golden from last year"

Wouldn’t be surprised if he’s there at 57 if they took him.

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Really? I don’t think they’re similar.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 16:36:19, in reply to "Germie Bernard reminds me of Matthew Golden from last year"

Bernard is 2” taller and 20# heavier and much more savvy. Golden is also a sub 4.3 guy where Bernard is 4.5.

If Bernard is anyone on the Packers, he’s Romeo Doubs. Almost the same exact size and speed and both solid, professional over the middle WRs.

Bernard’s bama teammate Ryan Williams is the Golden comp.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Not in style of play, in their not making much impact in games I saw*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 16:38:51, in reply to "Really? I don’t think they’re similar. "

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Anyone following the Diana Russini drama?

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 9:38:43, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

She's laying down more than the New York Jets

This seems pretty meh to me.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:44:35, in reply to "Anyone following the Diana Russini drama?"

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She's laying down more than the New York Jets

Imagine blowing up your career and marriage in one fell swoop.

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 11:37:25, in reply to "Anyone following the Diana Russini drama?"

This is almost like the movie Venom.

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She's laying down more than the New York Jets

I’m ugly.

So not only was there the accusation she was hooking up with the Redskins GM for scoops

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 11:06:56, in reply to "Anyone following the Diana Russini drama?"

But apparently she was also rumored at one point early in her career to be with David Wright?

https://deadspin.com/afternoon-blogdome-david-wright-has-the-good-wood-5024407/

She should lay it down on my face.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 8, 2026, 10:45:17, in reply to "Anyone following the Diana Russini drama?"

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She's laying down more than the New York Jets

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

she's no kay adams, but yes*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:46:34, in reply to "She should lay it down on my face.*"

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She's laying down more than the New York Jets

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

"Don't ask me about my business, Kay."

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 17:53:39, in reply to "she's no kay adams, but yes*"

Wait, that might be a different Kay.

Never mind.

it's incredible there's someone worse at tangential word vomit than JeffFrank

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 9, 2026, 18:46:02, in reply to ""Don't ask me about my business, Kay.""

yet here you are.

truly astonishing

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Wait, that might be a different Kay.

Never mind.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

The price for scoops is wiiiild, Craig*

Posted by chorizo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=chorizo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:38:04, in reply to "Anyone following the Diana Russini drama?"

You should see what Shams does.

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She's laying down more than the New York Jets

OB25 is… a couple of posts below*

Posted by DocWalk20 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DocWalk20' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:25:45, in reply to "Anyone following the Diana Russini drama?"

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She's laying down more than the New York Jets

Sorry OB25*

Posted by KCWildcat <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KCWildcat' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 11:07:27, in reply to "OB25 is… a couple of posts below*"

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She's laying down more than the New York Jets

My mock:

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 20:33:22, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Round 1, Pick 25 — EDGE Zion Young (Missouri)

Round 2, Pick 57 — DT Christen Miller (Georgia)

Round 2, Pick 60 (via BUF) — S A.J. Haulcy (LSU)

Round 3, Pick 89 — EDGE Joshua Josephs (Tennessee)

Round 4, Pick 129 — OT Austin Barber (Florida)

Round 7, Pick 239 — EDGE Gabe Jacas, Illinois

Round 7, Pick 241 — LB Uar Bernard, Utah

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Bears only 7 round mock (no trades- sorry spackler)

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:05:23, in reply to "My mock:"

1.25- Emmanuel McNeil-Warren S Toledo 6'3 & 1/2" 201#
Big safety, runs well, creates turnovers, makes some big hits. Great Brisker replacement.

2.57- Gennings Dunker OG Iowa 6'5" 319#
Going BPA at this spot- I've got Dunker as OG#2 behind Vega Ioane (assuming Mauigoa and Proctor are considered tackles). Don't really need a guard here, but Thuney is 33 and Jonah Jackson is 29 and you can't count on health. I think Dunker is a really good fit for this offense.

2.60- Kyle Louis LB/S Pitt 6'0" 220#
As said elsewhere in the thread, I love hybrids. Louis is a versatile nickel/dime LB. He can cover like a DB, he's a great blitzer, great athlete (4.53 40, 39.5" vert). You never have to see TJ Edwards in coverage again.

3.89 Sam Hecht OC KSU 6'4" 303#
Loved him at the Senior Bowl. Super smart player. Zero flags and zero sacks allowed in 2025. Likely needs a year or two to get stronger, so having him learn behind Garrett Bradbury is perfectly fine. Will be a good starting center in the NFL.

4.129 Caden Curry EDGE tOSU 6'3" 257#
Not the prototypical Dennis Allen DE, but he was super productive (16.5 TFL, 11 sacks at tOSU). Can be a pass rush specialist on a team that needs to get to the QB.

7.239 Kaden Wetjen KR/PR Iowa 5'9" 193"
All American return specialist with 6 return TDs in the last 2 seasons. Might have some value as a gadget player on offense, but you're drafting him for special teams.

7.241 Jeadyn Lukus CB Clemson 6'2" 200#
Tall, long corner with good speed (4.41) and athleticism (11'7" broad jump at his pro day- would have been the best at the combine by 4"). Former 5* recruit. Never really put it together at Clemson (a lot of that going around). Only 2 INTs and 11 PBUs in 4 seasons. Came off the bench last year- only started 1 game. Lost his starting spot to a sophomore (Ashton Hampton). Still, you bet on that size and athleticism in the 7th.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Yes, please on the first two picks. Big fan of Dunker*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 12:31:27, in reply to "Bears only 7 round mock (no trades- sorry spackler)"

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zero chance Jacas is a 7th rounder. he's going to go between the bears picks at 25 and 57

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:20:23, in reply to "My mock:"

Miller also might be a first rounder.

Haulcy is a great fit for the Brisker role.
Young is a solid Dennis Allen DE.
Josephs is not a Dennis Allen DE. Much too small and is probably not there at pick 89.
Barber is an interesting developmental pick. I liked him during Senior Bowl week.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I thought same but when I double checked with co pilot it listed him as a 6th/7th rounder

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:49:38, in reply to "zero chance Jacas is a 7th rounder. he's going to go between the bears picks at 25 and 57"

Might be a glitch.

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*blank stare*

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:55:52, in reply to "I thought same but when I double checked with co pilot it listed him as a 6th/7th rounder"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

LOL, that used to be a common reply around here. :-) *

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Those were the dayzzzzzzz....

I struggled late and used co-pilot to help fill out using needs

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And Jacas came up as a 7th rounder. I will admit i was surprised he was listed there.

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that's weird

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Gabe Jacas Draft Outlook for the 2026 NFL Draft
Gabe Jacas, the Illinois Fighting Illini edge rusher, is widely projected to be selected around the 51st pick overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, which would place him in the second or early third round Sports Illustrated+1. Multiple mock draft consensus boards list him in the 2nd–3rd round range, with some simulators placing him as high as the 52nd pick Pro Football Network.

Team Fit and Timing
San Francisco 49ers: With the 58th overall pick, the 49ers could target Jacas on Day 2 if they don’t address edge in the first round Sports Illustrated.

New England Patriots: The Patriots, who have a need at edge, could also target him in the second round if they don’t already have a top-tier pass rusher Yahoo Sports+1."

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I like this site

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 11:30:14, in reply to "I struggled late and used co-pilot to help fill out using needs"

https://www.nflmockdraftdatabase.com/players/2026/gabe-jacas

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Can't tell if serious

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 8:22:14, in reply to "My mock:"

Isn't Jacas projected to be like a 2nd round pick?

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Shhhh..dont ruin the damn dream dude!*

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Isn't Jacas projected to be like a 2nd round pick?

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Well this is weird

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https://pagesix.com/2026/04/07/celebrity-news/new-england-patriots-mike-vrabel-and-top-ny-times-nfl-reporter-dianna-russini-hold-hands-and-hug-at-luxury-hotel/

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I know right. Nobody gets in pools in March*

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https://pagesix.com/2026/04/07/celebrity-news/new-england-patriots-mike-vrabel-and-top-ny-times-nfl-reporter-dianna-russini-hold-hands-and-hug-at-luxury-hotel/

When I first saw that story and pics I thought big deal

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:24:58, in reply to "Well this is weird"

They probably were just at some event and hugged.

Then I read the story and even their denials sound they’re banging lol.

They just both happened to be in the same place with a couple friends, not their spouses, and were able to spend a few hours together in a romantic getaway?

Honestly feels like a fireable offense for Russini.

yeah.... awkward*

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

OFFICIAL VIV MOCK DRAFT 1.0

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 12:22:38, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

1. LV- Fernando Mendoza QB IU – There’s no mystery. Moving on.

2. ***PROJECTED TRADE #1*** TEN (from NYJ) – Arvell Reese EDGE/LB tOSU- Few are more tapped into the NFL draft than Daniel Jeremiah and he recently said he’s hearing it’s Bailey or Arvell Reese at 2 for the Jets with Bailey being more likely. With that plus the Jets clearly looking at 2027 and beyond in mind, I’m thinking the Jets are open for business at 2 and it wouldn’t take a ton to move them off that pick. I think the Titans are high on Reese and his flexibility to play both off-ball and on the edge.

3. AZ- Sonny Styles LB tOSU- The Cardinals need help at OL and QB, but there isn’t good value at 3 for OL (Francis Mauigoa may be best at guard) and really isn’t good value for QB. I have them going BPA with Styles who is an immediate floor-raiser for an entire defense. You rarely see off-ball LBs go this high, but you rarely see prospects as talented at the position as Styles. Plus, this draft isn’t strong at the top at the premier positions.

4. NYJ (from TEN)- David Bailey EDGE TT – Completing the thought from the trade for pick 2. Bailey is a more well-known commodity at edge vs. the projection that is Reese.

5. NYG- Carnell Tate WR tOSU- The third tOSU player in the top 5. How did they ever lose? I think the Giants are going to try to build options for Jaxson Dart (the first should be to not lead with his head when he runs and to slide occasionally). They have Malik Nabers as an explosive short and intermediate weapon and someone I think is a true WR1 of the future. They don’t have a field stretcher. Tate is most adept as a vertical threat, which also fits Dart’s style. I’m not as high on Tate as others, but he does profile to a Tee Higgins type.

6. CLE- Monroe Freeling OT UGA- Ok, time for the Browns to do something stupid. Well, I can at least see the logic in this one. They currently have Dawand Jones at LT. He is a piss poor LT. Francis Mauigoa is the best OL in the draft, but he might profile best as a guard and doesn’t fit the profile of what the Browns usually take (long arms). Freeling is 6’7” with 34 & 3/4” arms and very athletic. He has a high ceiling but is super green with bust potential.

7. WAS- Jeremiyah Love RB ND- The ‘Manders get a perfect pick for them. Love is my #2 overall player and I like him the best at the position since Bijan (including over Jeanty last year). He’s a home run threat on the ground and a legit weapon in the pass game. If you want to give Jayden Daniels some help, there are few better choices.

8. NO- Rueben Bain Jr. EDGE TheU- Bain slides a bit and it’s all Will Campbell’s fault. Will Campbell was the 4th pick in last year’s draft and got his lunch very publicly taken in Super Bowl 60. Most blamed it on his unusually short arms. Rueben Bain measured 30 and 7/8” arms at the combine (for reference, edge rushers are usually 33”+). Bain has the talent and production to be the 2nd overall pick, but I think he slides because teams don’t want to play the outlier game in the top 5 two years in a row. I think he’s a perfect fit for the Saints to replace Cam Jordan. Bain reminds me a lot of Jared Verse in that he’s a damn wrecking-ball.

9. KC- Jermod McCoy CB Tenn- The Chiefs lost both of their top corners to the Rams on March 11- Trent McDuffie via trade and Jaylen Watson via free agency. I think they go with McCoy who was a presumptive top 10 pick prior to an ACL tear in January of ’25. McCoy’s workouts make him look 100% ready to go.

10. ***PROJECTED TRADE #2*** MIN (from CIN)- Caleb Downs S tOSU. I’m so sorry, VOR. I know the Bengals need a safety and I love Downs (he’s my #1 overall player), but recently they tend to go only for crazy physical specimens with their first-round picks (Shemar Stewart, Amarius Mims, Myles Murphy, Daxton Hill). Downs is amazing. Highly intelligent, off-the-charts instincts, but he doesn’t fit that physical profile. If anything, he’s a bit average on size and athleticism for the position. Enter the Vikings who are looking to replace Harrison Smith at safety and looking to get ahead of the Cowboys at 12 who would certainly like Downs.

11. MIA- Francis Mauigoa OL TheU- I think Mauigoa is the best OL in the draft, and the Dolphins have needs essentially everywhere. Figure out where Mauigoa fits best and you’ve got a nice building block for whoever comes after Malik Willis. Plus, low moving costs!

12. DAL- Mansoor Delane CB LSU- The Cowboys pass defense was atrocious in 2025, giving up a league worst 288 passing yards per game last year. They DFA-ed Trevon Diggs before the end of the season and 3rd round rookie Shavon Revel did not remotely play to his potential. They have multiple holes in the secondary, but I have them taking Delane here, who should start immediately at corner.

13. LAR- Makai Lemon WR USC- The Rams have Puka Nacua and Davante Adams at WR, but Adams turns 34 this season and I don’t know if you’ve seen the news recently, but Puka is in rehab after a string of truly bizarre behavior. Puka is also entering the final year of his rookie deal. If you’re the Rams, can you honestly offer him an extension at this point? Can you see Adams on this roster in 2027? I don’t think either one is a yes at this moment. I think Lemon fits the Rams the best both for this season and the future. He’s undersized and probably needs to be mainly out of the slot, but he is a hard-nosed SOB who isn’t afraid to make tough catches (like Puka) and has great YAC ability.

14. BAL- Kadyn Proctor OL Bama- Lots of chatter that Proctor will go a lot higher than people think- that a lot of the concerns with him were weight-related at the start of the season and he got his shit together by the end of it. He’s massive and athletic and fits the downhill scheme that Baltimore likes to play. Plus, he’s from Alabama and the Ravens love Alabama.

15. ***PROJECTED TRADE #3*** DAL (from TB)- Dillon Thieneman S Oregon- Remember how I just mentioned how awful the Cowboys pass defense was? They move up from 20 to 15 to ensure they get a 2nd starter in Thieneman (whom I think the Bengals would strongly consider at 18- sorry again, VOR).

16. NYJ- Jordan Tyson WR ASU- Tyson has the highest upside of any WR in the draft, but he’s also available at pick 16 as the 3rd receiver taken because he’s missed time with injury in each of the last 3 seasons. Were he healthy, I could see him at 5. Again, I’ve got the Jets essentially punting 2026, so they can take the upside swings that other teams looking for immediate gratification can’t.

17. DET- Spencer Fano OT Utah- Two years ago, the Lions had the best OL in football without much question. Injuries, attrition, and age have bumped them to the middle of the pack. They are planning to move Penei Sewell to left tackle with the departure of Taylor Decker. Fano is super athletic (like Sewell’s draft profile) and can slot in immediately on the right side.

18. CIN- Vega Ioane OG PSU- The Bengals have to improve their OL. First and foremost, you’re getting Joe Burrow absolutely beat to shit. Second, you had the worst run game in the entire league. Ioane helps with both. He hasn’t allowed a sack since 2023 and only allowed 4 pressures on 613 snaps this year. He’s also excellent in the type of scheme the Bengals want to try to run.

19. CAR- Kenyon Sadiq TE Oregon- A pass catcher in the first round three years in a row? When your current TE is Tommy Tremble (who is ass) one of those picks was Xavier Legette (who is super mega ass), it makes sense. Sadiq is a super athletic move TE who does give effort in blocking (though it’s not his forte). Pairing him with McMillan and Coker gives Bryce Young some nice, big targets.

20. TB (from DAL)- Akheem Mesidor EDGE TheU- When you think of old draft prospects, think of Akheem! He just turned 25, but the Bucs desperately need some help getting to the QB off the edge. I love Mesidor’s motor and physicality but worry about his physical limitations.

21. PIT- KC Concepcion WR aTm- What are the Steelers doing? Like… honestly. WTF are you doing in hiring Mike McCarthy? Is this to try to lure Rodgers into coming back? Is that also why you signed Michael Pittman Jr., who turns 29 this year to play alongside DK Metcalf, who also turns 29 this year? It can’t be because you love Mason Rudolph. Since I have no idea what they’re doing and assume it’s to placate Rodgers in some misguided way, I’m giving them KC Concepcion, who I am way higher on than most. He adds an electric YAC dimension to the Steelers that they don’t have. DK can go up and get it on the vertical routes, Pittman is a solid possession option, but they don’t have a just-get-him-the-ball-in-space guy.

22. LAC- Keldric Faulk DL/EDGE Auburn- If you just grade the flashes and the physical tools, Faulk is a top 10 player in the draft. 6’6” 285#, 35” vert, by all accounts a high character guy, positional flexibility, and not even 21 yet. Big paws on a puppy. But he doesn’t really know what he’s doing when he’s out on the field. He’s super green. He needs tutelage. He needs a place where he won’t be counted on to be a 10-sack contributor right away. I think the Chargers are a good fit with Khalil Mack at the end of his career and Tuli Tuipulotu blossoming into a star. Faulk can likely start out at a 30-front DE and maybe get some reps as an OLB. Let him grow.

23. PHI- Max Iheanachor OT ASU- This seems like such a Philly pick to me. Lane Johnson is nearing the end of his career. Iheanachor is still learning football (he only started playing 4 years ago) but he’s incredibly gifted physically. Like Faulk, he can ideally take a de facto redshirt year and be ready when Johnson retires.

24. CLE- Denzel Boston WR UW- The Browns need help at WR (among other places). Jerry Jeudy was their #1 WR (yuck) and Cedric Tillman, who was projected to break out, was a disappointment. Boston is a true X receiver at 6’4” who is excellent at winning contested balls (likely needed with Shedeur’s inaccurate ass throws this year) and is a good route runner.

25. BEARRSSSSSSSSSS- Emmanuel McNeil-Warren S Toledo- The Bears let both Byard and Brisker walk this offseason. They brought in COBY! Bryant to fill the Byard role. The only other safety they have on the roster is Elijah Hicks, who I sure as hell don’t want to rely on. This is an excellent safety class, so you could make the argument to wait until the 2nd for someone like AJ Haulcey (who is incredibly Brisker-y), but if EMW is there, I think you take him over an edge or a DT. He’s a big safety- 6’ 3 & ½” and ran a 4.52. He creates takeaways- 6 forced fumbles and 5 INTs at Toledo. He blows receivers the fuck up. I’m in.

Speeding through the rest of these because this is already too long…
26. BUF- Omar Cooper Jr. WR IU- Getting another weapon for Josh Allen because I don’t think the 2026 version of DJ Moore will be enough.

27. SF- Caleb Lomu OL Utah- Not sure if he’s a tackle or a guard, but he’s 100% a Shanahan-style OL.

28. HOU- Emmanuel (ERIC IS) Pregnon OG Oregon- Houston needs to completely revamp their OL. I like Pregnon the best of what’s available.

29. KC- Keionte Scott NB TheU- I gave the Chiefs a starting outside CB at 9, now I give them a beat-bitches-up nickel at 29.

30. MIA- Chris Johnson CB SD State- I love Johnson… hang on, let me try that again… Chris Johnson is an excellent fit for the scheme Miami wants to run.

31. NE- Blake Miller OT Clemson- Can either take over for Morgan Moses at RT or Will Campbell at LT if they think he needs to kick inside. Miller is experienced.

32. ***PROJECTED TRADE #4*** AZ (from SEA)- Ty Simpson QB Bama- The Seahawks need picks and the Cardinals move up 2 spots to get the 5th year option. I think Simpson kind of sucks, but the Cardinals can give it a try and see if they hit the lotto.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

"Few are more tapped into the NFL draft than Daniel Jeremiah"

Posted by Poldark <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Poldark' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 8:32:27, in reply to "OFFICIAL VIV MOCK DRAFT 1.0"

Dianna Russini REPRESENT

Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"Friday tailgates suck. People have jobs and school."

i like her, too (though not as much as mike vrabel). also, I watched YOUR GUY Pat Coogan

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:01:19, in reply to ""Few are more tapped into the NFL draft than Daniel Jeremiah""

could be a good starter in a gap-based offense. i don't think he's got the quickness to be a zone center, but he's really good when he can just be between the A-gaps.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Bengals love Downs from what I’m hearing. And their Oline was among the best after week 8

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 21:37:35, in reply to "OFFICIAL VIV MOCK DRAFT 1.0"

last year. It would be criminal to not keep addressing the defense. I actually think corner is very in play at 10 with contracts coming up soon for DJ and Dax.

Also, my kingdom for Bain to drop to 10.

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really? that would be great news for you.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 8, 2026, 10:12:59, in reply to "Bengals love Downs from what I’m hearing. And their Oline was among the best after week 8"

i worry that front office gets so caught up in the ceilings that they don't notice whether or not there's a floor.

i love the versatile DBs in the modern game. i was super high on derwin james, minkah fitzpatrick, kyle hamilton, and even malaki starks last year. i think downs is the next in that line. not as athletic as james or hamilton, but with as good of a mind as any. he'd be excellent for the bengals and i really don't want him to go to minnesota.

are you good with the O-line? there was some improvement, but it still seemed like burrow was getting hit a lot at the end of the season.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Warren you amazing safety.*

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

*sharpens knife* *scrolls to 27*

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Lomu?! Boringgggggg but probably the sensical pick. They gotta plan for life after Trent Williams.

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

fine. next time you're getting Lee Hunter.*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 12:51:33, in reply to "*sharpens knife* *scrolls to 27*"

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Lomu?! Boringgggggg but probably the sensical pick. They gotta plan for life after Trent Williams.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 8:54:18, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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Guys, I also said no, relax.

We just usually can’t do “5 first round picks for QB” hypotheticals because it’s usually not even possible. So just thought it’d be fun.

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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HEY SPACKLER

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 14:07:47, in reply to "Guys, I also said no, relax."

you're going to have to hold down the draft coverage this year. i'll be out of the country for the whole thing. i'll have to give you my what-would-viv-do picks after the fact.

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We just usually can’t do “5 first round picks for QB” hypotheticals because it’s usually not even possible. So just thought it’d be fun.

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

That's just poor planning right there! ;) Bummer!*

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you're going to have to hold down the draft coverage this year. i'll be out of the country for the whole thing. i'll have to give you my what-would-viv-do picks after the fact.

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We just usually can’t do “5 first round picks for QB” hypotheticals because it’s usually not even possible. So just thought it’d be fun.

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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Well that sucks*

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you're going to have to hold down the draft coverage this year. i'll be out of the country for the whole thing. i'll have to give you my what-would-viv-do picks after the fact.

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We just usually can’t do “5 first round picks for QB” hypotheticals because it’s usually not even possible. So just thought it’d be fun.

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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yeah, i'll be in england, so I won't see any of it. *

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you're going to have to hold down the draft coverage this year. i'll be out of the country for the whole thing. i'll have to give you my what-would-viv-do picks after the fact.

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We just usually can’t do “5 first round picks for QB” hypotheticals because it’s usually not even possible. So just thought it’d be fun.

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

5 firsts over 2 years?

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 10:48:46, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

You avoid having to pick up his next contract...

Problem is, this year's draft leaves you in QB hell, so it's a wasted year with a really good team... and then you have to hope your '27 pick is immediately an ace.

So as enticing as that sounds, I would lean no.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Bagent, I think, would be at least an average NFL starter

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 11:24:11, in reply to "5 firsts over 2 years?"

but you don’t trade an elite starting QB for a few draft picks

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I'm not gonna ruin Caleb Williams' life just to hop back on the draft carousel*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:39:53, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

Lucy Harris smart smart smart Martin Harris dumb*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:38:55, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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what? no. why? no. huh?*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:36:48, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I appreciate your love of roster building but Caleb is the guy.*

Posted by Toonces <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Toonces' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:32:22, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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I’m ugly.

Hell yeah, give me 5 shots at finding the next Trubinsky*

Posted by Tortillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Tortillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:31:32, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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Shut your mouth Spackler, go run a mock simulator where you get 15 6th round picks or something

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:26:03, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

If not clear, my answer would be “no.”

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I wouldn’t think twice about saying no.*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:07:21, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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I'm not trading Caleb. Especially now that we know he and Ben are a good fit.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on April 7, 2026, 9:06:41, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

No way in hell.

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:04:10, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

I’d rather have the established franchise QB

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Do you take it?

Given that the Bears have been in the QB wilderness for so long, it’s hard for me to say yes. Especially with how weak this draft is at the top.

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not a chance

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:03:22, in reply to "HYPOTHETICAL: You’re Ryan Poles. The Jets call and offer you their 5 firsts next 2 years for Caleb."

QB is the most important position in sports and one of the most difficult to get right. we appear to finally have a guy. I'm not giving that up for anything

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Similar to last year, I find myself in a place where nothing looks good for our options at #25.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 12:24:17, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Which hey, hopefully it works out like last year, because Loveland looks like a future All-Pro.

Would love to fortify the DL, but none of these options stick out to me.

They need a S but I really hope they can wait and take advantage of a deep S class.

LT spot is shaky but can’t see them doing more there.

I like McDonald, but doesn’t seem a scheme fit for Allen’s D.

Just kind of left not feeling strongly about anything.

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Depends on what you want on the DL

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 18:50:14, in reply to "Similar to last year, I find myself in a place where nothing looks good for our options at #25."

There will be several good run-first DL available there. McDonald and Miller are both excellent run defenders at DT. Zion Young is a textbook Allen DE- but again, is run-first. The pass rushing options are all much riskier plays. Peter Woods/ TJ Parker from Clemson. Maybe reach on Malachi Lawrence.

At Safety, almost assuredly Caleb Downs (MY GUY) and Dillon Thieneman will be gone. EMW from Toledo is intriguing. Could get someone like AJ Haulcey on day 2 to play the Brisker role.

I don’t know that you go for tackle in the first 2 rounds unless you think Ozzy is not coming back and you don’t see any chance for Braxton. I mean, you don’t take Max Iheanachor there and expect him to play this year. He’s a stash and develop type. You could go for Blake Miller, he’s nfl ready, but has only been a RT (i think).

I like the DT options. Either miller or McDonald. Shore up the run D.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Yeah I liked McDonald at that spot for a long time but people keep saying he doesn’t fit Allen’s D.

To your point, I keep coming back to Zion Young at that spot based on Allen’s preference.

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Some think McDonald has next to no ceiling as an interior rusher

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 7, 2026, 9:05:38, in reply to "Yeah I liked McDonald at that spot for a long time but people keep saying he doesn’t fit Allen’s D."

Do you take a 2 down player that high?

And that’s the thing w Zion. How high do you take Montez Sweat part deux? I think I want the Toledo safety at this point

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To your point, I keep coming back to Zion Young at that spot based on Allen’s preference.

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Dexter Lawrence (Giants All-Pro DT) has requested a trade*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 6, 2026, 12:10:00, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

seeing potential Tyreek Hill to Bears chatter on the twits*

Posted by assassin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=assassin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 16:43:31, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

His leg kind of exploded last time we saw him.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 17:17:42, in reply to "seeing potential Tyreek Hill to Bears chatter on the twits* "

If he’s healthy, I’d take a 1 year flyer on him. Definitely wouldn’t count on him to be a big part of the offense.

We do need a WR3, though.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I think I'm good.*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 17:02:12, in reply to "seeing potential Tyreek Hill to Bears chatter on the twits* "

I want to break it up
I want to smash it up
I want to #### it up
I want to watch it come down

NFL officially rejects the Bears final appeal for comp picks

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 10:53:39, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

"The policy is designed to provide picks for the Primary Football Executive position. The League determined Mr. Cunningham did not fill that role with the Falcons as it is defined in League rules."

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

So dumb

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 10:57:03, in reply to "NFL officially rejects the Bears final appeal for comp picks"

It’s also kind of crazy they have this rule to promote minority hiring and the Bears at end of 2024 had a black president, black gm, black agm, black hc, black oc, black dc, black stc, black qb

If any team has promoted minority hiring it’s the Bears.

and Cunningham reports to the white guy that has no experience*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 12:15:08, in reply to "So dumb"

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Not to mention NFL hired 10 coaches and a few “lead football guys” this offseason, none minorities

And now they’re drawing some hard line to make the optics look even worse.

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Not that I've kept up with everything here, but if Atlanta suddenly promotes this guy next year...

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 11:55:04, in reply to "Not to mention NFL hired 10 coaches and a few “lead football guys” this offseason, none minorities"

...and if he's been the primary football guy all season in everyone's eyes: do the Bears get a pick then??

Eh. Everyone trying to game the system. So here we are. Just prefer my team to get whatever benefits other teams have gotten.

Doubt it.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 12:11:09, in reply to "Not that I've kept up with everything here, but if Atlanta suddenly promotes this guy next year..."

What will really be ridiculous is if someone poached him for a President of Football Operations role or something like that and then the Falcons would get comp picks.

The outrageous part of all of this was the Matt Ryan hire in the first place. A guy who has never managed a person in his life, never been a part of an NFL front office, never been in a draft room, no real understanding of the cap or contracts (by his own admission) and placing him at the top of your football organization. This guy should be like an analyst intern and instead he’s the head of the whole thing.

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...and if he's been the primary football guy all season in everyone's eyes: do the Bears get a pick then??

Eh. Everyone trying to game the system . So here we are. Just prefer my team to get whatever benefits other teams have gotten.

it sounds like if someone just poached him to be GM, the Falcons would get picks*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 12:17:25, in reply to "Doubt it."

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so weird, considering they give out comp picks like candy*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 10:55:46, in reply to "NFL officially rejects the Bears final appeal for comp picks"

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"The policy is designed to provide picks for the Primary Football Executive position. The League determined Mr. Cunningham did not fill that role with the Falcons as it is defined in League rules."

And it hurts absolutely no one. Not one single team would complain about it

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 11:02:24, in reply to "so weird, considering they give out comp picks like candy*"

And it would have given the league a good look to say "the letter of the rule says this, but the spirit of the rule says different. We're going to go by the spirit of the rule."

But no, let's do the stupid thing just because

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

A complete crock of shit

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 10:54:56, in reply to "NFL officially rejects the Bears final appeal for comp picks"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Such a load of shit*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 10:54:14, in reply to "NFL officially rejects the Bears final appeal for comp picks"

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"The policy is designed to provide picks for the Primary Football Executive position. The League determined Mr. Cunningham did not fill that role with the Falcons as it is defined in League rules."

Uar Bernard is my guy

Posted by ATL <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ATL' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 8:04:08, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

6-4 1/2, 306 pounds with 11-inch hands and almost 36-inch arms. body fat: 6 percent.
He vertical-jumped 39 inches and broad-jumped 10’ 10”.
His 40-yard dash: 4.63.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7168307/2026/04/03/uar-bernard-nfl-draft-prospect-nigerian-village/?source=user_shared_article&unlocked_article_code=1.YFA.Kbuj.6ASZil4E1ls5&smid=ta-ios-share

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Gabe

Posted by jdl <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jdl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 14:42:58, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Illinois EDGE Gabe Jacas is my GUY in this year’s class. He’s in my top-32 even though I recognize it’s high. Was just told he ran a sub-1.60 at his private workout today (he was still recovering from hamstring strain when Illini had pro day).

1.60 or faster in the 10-split for…
— Todd McShay (@McShay13) April 2, 2026

i'm a big gabe guy

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 15:43:42, in reply to "Gabe"

haven't done a real ranking just yet, but i'd be shocked if he's not top 30 for me, too.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Seems like a Dennis Allen fit too*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 17:11:42, in reply to "i'm a big gabe guy"

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haven't done a real ranking just yet, but i'd be shocked if he's not top 30 for me, too.

10 yard would be only .01 back of the top of the edge pool at the combine.

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 14:46:28, in reply to "Gabe"

Wonder if that gets discounted a bit.

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Illinois EDGE Gabe Jacas is my GUY in this year’s class. He’s in my top-32 even though I recognize it’s high. Was just told he ran a sub-1.60 at his private workout today (he was still recovering from hamstring strain when Illini had pro day).

1.60 or faster in the 10-split for… — Todd McShay (@McShay13) April 2, 2026 .

Kirk Cousins is generational in signing contracts

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 10:35:54, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Is he the highest ever in total money? Not guaranteed or paid out o just mean total contract value signed for?

He’s been paid a ton too.

Kirk cousins' career did not age well for Bomani Jones*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 14:34:41, in reply to "Kirk Cousins is generational in signing contracts"

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Is he the highest ever in total money? Not guaranteed or paid out o just mean total contract value signed for?

He’s been paid a ton too.

Just think how much more he'd be worth if had more than 1 career playoff win*

Posted by illini222 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini222' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 3, 2026, 14:21:48, in reply to "Kirk Cousins is generational in signing contracts"

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Is he the highest ever in total money? Not guaranteed or paid out o just mean total contract value signed for?

He’s been paid a ton too.

Drink Everytime Brad Underwood says "Elite" in a press conference.

second only to bamm.*

Posted by Ari Gold <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ari+Gold' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 13:34:57, in reply to "Kirk Cousins is generational in signing contracts"

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Is he the highest ever in total money? Not guaranteed or paid out o just mean total contract value signed for?

He’s been paid a ton too.

LV paying him 20M this season seems insane. Go sign more OL with that money!*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:19:20, in reply to "Kirk Cousins is generational in signing contracts"

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Is he the highest ever in total money? Not guaranteed or paid out o just mean total contract value signed for?

He’s been paid a ton too.

They’re only paying him ~$11MM. Falcons on the hook for the other ~$9MM.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:37:42, in reply to "LV paying him 20M this season seems insane. Go sign more OL with that money!*"

But yes could say the same with the $11MM.

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Is he the highest ever in total money? Not guaranteed or paid out o just mean total contract value signed for?

He’s been paid a ton too.

gotcha. point stands though.

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:46:18, in reply to "They’re only paying him ~$11MM. Falcons on the hook for the other ~$9MM."

i guess letting mendoza sit for at least 6 weeks or something is in play possibly. i wouldn't HATE that. but you gotta have a smart, clear plan. i'm less than sure LV has that

Lotta talk they want Mendoza to sit most or all of the season.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:51:16, in reply to "gotcha. point stands though."

Which sounds nice and all, but whether they actually stick to that is another story.

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i guess letting mendoza sit for at least 6 weeks or something is in play possibly. i wouldn't HATE that. but you gotta have a smart, clear plan. i'm less than sure LV has that

By my count he’s signed for $559 million total dollars

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 10:41:17, in reply to "Kirk Cousins is generational in signing contracts"

And while he hasn’t received all of it he’s gotten a good amount

Stafford and Rodgers have both topped $600. I think those are the only two beating him

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 15:50:04, in reply to "By my count he’s signed for $559 million total dollars"

Well when the Raiders cut him after this year he can add to it.

Bought his own golf course even*

Posted by gvibes <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=gvibes' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 14:46:59, in reply to "By my count he’s signed for $559 million total dollars"

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And while he hasn’t received all of it he’s gotten a good amount

Fourth round pick. :-O

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 11:58:25, in reply to "By my count he’s signed for $559 million total dollars"

Fourteen seasons, starter between roughly 2015-24. (That's off Wiki.)

Gawd bless him, he won the NFL version of Powerball.

Hey VIV, you may enjoy this - Ben Solak's all-film team

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 19:45:25, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/48357403/2026-nfl-draft-all-tape-team-best-prospects-every-position-nussmeier-bernard-barham

Interesting commentary on the RB listed considering your post on RBs earlier.

Also, I am IN on Germie Bernard. Was reading the commentary and I thought it was describing Jauan Jennings, and then the last sentence confirmed it.

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

I did enjoy this!

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 2, 2026, 12:33:44, in reply to "Hey VIV, you may enjoy this - Ben Solak's all-film team "

And I agree on Germie Bernard. He seems like he'll be a steady WR2 or WR3 for 10 years. Super smart, great route runner, great hands. I think Jakobi Meyers as a high end is a great shout.

I also like Hecht a lot at center and Chris Johnson in a loaded corner class.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Seemed like it was trending this way, Puka Nacua heading to rehab*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 19:22:10, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

I think he's already there *

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 19:42:40, in reply to "Seemed like it was trending this way, Puka Nacua heading to rehab*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

RBs

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 13:01:16, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Similar to QBs, this is another class with a sure fire #1 overall prospect and then a bunch of also-rans with the major difference being that I think Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame is the absolute goods. I have him as the #2 overall prospect in the class and I like him better than Ashton Jeanty at this time last year, which is high praise.

Jeanty had the advantage on contact balance, between the tackles toughness, and making a 0-yard run a 4-yard run (something he had to do a lot in Vegas this year). I like Love better in pretty much all other aspects. Love is a true home run hitter with the same speed and burst as Jahmyr Gibbs. Love also has the rare trait of someone with that speed- he's got patience and vision. Put him in an outside zone scheme and he will be dominant. And, most importantly in the modern NFL, he is a legitimate weapon in the pass game. He's got great hands and already understands nuance in route running. I think he's a 1200-1500 all-purpose yard player as a rookie with upside of 1750-2000 APY at his peak.

The rest of the pack is significantly worse than recent years but there are still some good options- it'll be more about what flavor fits your team.

If you like Kyle Monangai style RBs, Jonah Coleman from Washington is your guy. 5'8" 220# and runs like every snap is personal to him and takes care of the ball like it's his property (1 fumble in his college career). He's an ok receiver and has a bit of burst and pop but won't be a major breakaway threat. I think he's a great fit in an inside zone scheme for a team that already has a speed/receiving back. I'd hate to see him in Detroit, for example.

Jadarian Price is Love's teammate from ND, and I think he's a bit like a "we have Jeremiyah Love at home" choice. He's a bit smaller than Love and not as fast, though he does show good burst when he gets into the open. He's got good vision, contact balance, and toughness to drive for extra yards which really was evident as ND's primary kick returner (that included 2 returned for TD). I think he could be a Kenneth Gainwell type of player that immediately offers value in the return game and as a change of pace RB.

Mike Washington from Arkansas feels a bit like snake oil to me. He's big (6'1" 223#) and ran a 4.33 40 and was really good at the Senior Bowl but something about him just feels off. This combination of size and speed means he should have been dominant. He broke 1000 yards in the difficult SEC but I worry if he's outside of a "see hole, hit hole" system if he can hack it and has a major problem hanging on to the ball. He feels very Isaac Guerendo. And, hey, put him on the 9ers and he may have a week where he goes for 150 and 2 TDs.

Emmett Johnson from Nebraska is the anti-Washington. He doesn't have great size (5'10" 202#), he didn't run a great 40 (4.56) but he's super productive. I love his short area quickness and agility. He's one that seems to never quite get hit square by defenders, doing just enough to make them miss center mass to keep his legs driving or to fall forward for an extra yard. He's also got good hands and can instantly contribute in the passing game.

Demond Claiborne from Wake Forest is your smaller (5'10" 188#) back with great speed (4.37) that will get picked in round 5 by someone like Baltimore and be a fantasy dynasty darling for a week on the waiver wire in preseason because he has one big breakaway run.

Penn State has two draftable RBs. Nick Singleton is built in a lab (6'0" 219#, runs a 4.39 40, broke Saquon's program record at the squat), yet he consistently got supplanted by Kaytron Allen (5'11" 216#, 4.55) for handoffs when it mattered. I think Allen is just... fine. He could be a solid #2 or #3 between the tackles RB that takes the dirty work. Singleton will get chance after chance in the NFL because people will bet on unlocking that physical talent.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

What if Love falls and is available at 25. Should the Bears take him?

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 14:34:21, in reply to "RBs"

This is quite unlikely but would make for an interesting choice

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If Ana de Armas wants to blow you…Should you let her?

Posted by digs <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=digs' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 14:45:08, in reply to "What if Love falls and is available at 25. Should the Bears take him?"

It’s quite unlikely but would make for an interesting choice.

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This is quite unlikely but would make for an interesting choice

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Lol*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CoronaTheirAss' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 15:06:31, in reply to "If Ana de Armas wants to blow you…Should you let her?"

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It’s quite unlikely but would make for an interesting choice.

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This is quite unlikely but would make for an interesting choice

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Absolutely. He's a complete game changer *

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 14:41:04, in reply to "What if Love falls and is available at 25. Should the Bears take him?"

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This is quite unlikely but would make for an interesting choice

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i would eat my hat. i would put it at like 99% that he goes top 10.

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 14:37:48, in reply to "What if Love falls and is available at 25. Should the Bears take him?"

but 1000% yes, you would take him at 25.

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This is quite unlikely but would make for an interesting choice

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 14:36:45, in reply to "What if Love falls and is available at 25. Should the Bears take him?"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Warren and McCaskey said Bears are still appealing the comp pick issue

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 11:36:46, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

those two and poles met with goodell to state their case. they expect an answer soon.

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Seems like something they should have done before the draft order was set.

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 14:10:53, in reply to "Warren and McCaskey said Bears are still appealing the comp pick issue"

As well as raised a huge stink about this for weeks leading up to the combine.

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those two and poles met with goodell to state their case. they expect an answer soon.

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ian cunningham was in the GM photo at the NFL annual meeting*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 11:39:23, in reply to "Warren and McCaskey said Bears are still appealing the comp pick issue"

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those two and poles met with goodell to state their case. they expect an answer soon.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Did they put an asterisk above his head in the picture?*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 11:47:25, in reply to "ian cunningham was in the GM photo at the NFL annual meeting*"

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those two and poles met with goodell to state their case. they expect an answer soon.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

it was a tiny Matt Ryan head*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 11:51:00, in reply to "Did they put an asterisk above his head in the picture?*"

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those two and poles met with goodell to state their case. they expect an answer soon.

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So what you’re saying is, the best approach may be to trade down in the first round

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:52:21, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

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Just like last year, this draft seems deep at positions the Bears need. Hopefully they execute.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on March 31, 2026, 13:18:49, in reply to "So what you’re saying is, the best approach may be to trade down in the first round"

Would love to trade down as well provided they can find a partner.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

the problem will be finding someone who wants to trade up*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 12:46:20, in reply to "So what you’re saying is, the best approach may be to trade down in the first round"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Yup. Too bad Terry Fontenot isn’t still calling shots somewhere.

I could see 25 being a prime spot to get Simpson.

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I’m guessing Simpson is long gone by 25*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 13:50:01, in reply to "Yup. Too bad Terry Fontenot isn’t still calling shots somewhere."

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I could see 25 being a prime spot to get Simpson.

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There's always a sucker out there...*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 12:55:05, in reply to "the problem will be finding someone who wants to trade up*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

What is the Cardinals 2nd round pick? Asking for a friend*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=JacobRDaugherty' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 13:05:32, in reply to "There's always a sucker out there...*"

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I am assuming it's early... but IDK*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 11:39:16, in reply to "What is the Cardinals 2nd round pick? Asking for a friend*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

34*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 13:54:18, in reply to "I am assuming it's early... but IDK*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

QBs

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:42:43, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

This time last year there was massive hype surrounding the '26 QB class. Tons of early mock drafts of Arch Manning as the #1 pick. Drew Allar had turned down likely being the 2nd QB off the board in '25 to better his stock. Cade Klubnik, LaNorris Sellers, Garrett Nussmeier, Sam Leavitt, and even Nico Iamaleava all looked like they could potentially be first rounders.

WTF happened? I suppose it's the old adage of not counting your chickens before they hatch.

Arch is going back to Texas. Sellers is going back to South Carolina after being a disappointment. Leavitt is now at LSU after being hurt most of last year. Nico is going back to UCLA after being ass last year. Klubnik was ass this year (along with most of Clemson). Allar was complete mega ass this year.

Enter Fernando MENNNNNNDOOOOOOOOOOOOOOZAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA. He' undoubtedly your #1 overall pick. I think he's fine, which, in this draft makes him the #1 overall pick. He'd be QB4 in the 2024 draft. I don't think he's a win-because-of QB, but he's certainly capable enough to be a solid starter. He's Jared Goff. Prototypical height, above average arm strength, good accuracy, good processor, limited athlete, tends to shit his pants when pressured. That last part is really going to be tricky for him early on with the Raiders because their line is awful, but I think he'll develop into a perfectly cromulent middle to maybe slightly below middle tier starting QB in a few years.

It gets bleak after Mendoza. Ty Simpson from Alabama seems to be QB2. I can't do it. We have seen what QBs with only one year of starting experience in college do in the pros. Do not fall for the Trubisky in the tailpipe. And, not to Helmet Scout, but he's Mac Jones. There's no way he's not Mac Jones.

Beyond that, it's a parade of the once-hyped. Nussmeier, Allar, Carson Beck, Klubnik. Nuss has a huge helping of the fuck-it-I'm-going-deep Sexy Rexy to his game. Undersized, big arm, thinks he can make every play, can make like 1/4 of them. Will wow you one play and have you yelling at your TV the next.

Allar will be drafted because he's 6'5" 240# and has a huge arm and some GM will see him and think he can unlock the potential in him. Having seen him turtle for 3 seasons worth of big games, I just don't understand it. To be a winning QB in the NFL you have to have "it." Allar definitely doesn't.

Beck is a fat-free Mendoza. Good size, good accuracy, worse arm (never got the zip back after elbow surgery at UGA), worse decision making, even more prone to shitting his pants when pressured.

Of all of these 2nd tier misfits, the one I might take a spin on is Klubnik- and not because I really like him or believe in him, but because I think something was genuinely foul at Clemson last year. Something poisoned pretty much everyone at that program in 2025. Klubnik went from a quick decision maker with great ball placement, locker room leader type to looking completely lost out there last year. So maybe there's something to reclaim there.

Taylen Green from Arkansas is going to get overselected by someone. He's 6'6" 230# and ran a 4.36 with a 43.5" vertical. He's a special athlete. I don't think he knows where to throw the ball or why, but GMs will always take a chance on off-the-charts athletes. He might be a fun gadget player.

Last guy I'll talk about is Our Guy Luke. This would have been the perfect draft to have an unexpected rise on draft boards from a guy like Altmyer. This class is begging for QBs. I just don't think he's got the size, arm, or processing speed. He could stick as a backup.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I am absolutely ready to mock everyone who says Allar could be thing post-draft*

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 19:46:01, in reply to "QBs"

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I think Simpson in the top 9 sounds amazing. He’s definitely worth a top 9 pick.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on April 1, 2026, 19:36:39, in reply to "QBs"

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There were some weird takeaways recently from the Vikings getting Murray to “stay in school”

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 12:37:39, in reply to "QBs"

Look what happened to JJ McCarthy! You need all the time you can to develop!

My takeaway from this past season was the exact opposite. Drew Allar may have been a top 10 pick in 2025. Instead “developing in school!” cost him 10s of millions.

If you’re a first rounder, particularly if you’re a top 10 guy, you have to go to the NFL.

Think Dante Moore is gonna learn this the hard way next year.

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I did see a mock yesterday (CBS, I think) that had Luke getting drafted in Round 7 to Tampa. That'd

Posted by LovetheChief <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LovetheChief' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 12:30:24, in reply to "QBs"

be awesome.

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backup to Baker seems like a good fit for Luke*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 13:56:14, in reply to "I did see a mock yesterday (CBS, I think) that had Luke getting drafted in Round 7 to Tampa. That'd "

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be awesome.

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Was thinking exactly the same thing.*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 14:49:40, in reply to "backup to Baker seems like a good fit for Luke*"

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be awesome.

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

The Cardinals are going to have to take a flier on somebody. I'm hoping Nussmeier in the 3rd.

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:54:35, in reply to "QBs"

You can't teach what his arm has, and you can hope that with a little maturity, you can develop the mental side. I want no part of Beck (noodle arm), Allar (has never been good) or Simpson (unless he drops to the 3rd). Haven't thought much at all of the Clemson toxicity affecting Klubnik, so I can get on board with a 4th round gamble on him.

Honestly, none of them... give me a journeyman for a year... hell, give me Luke later...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:55:40, in reply to "The Cardinals are going to have to take a flier on somebody. I'm hoping Nussmeier in the 3rd. "

...this is an 0-17 type throwaway year anyway. This team is terrible.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Arbys*

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 11:05:44, in reply to "Honestly, none of them... give me a journeyman for a year... hell, give me Luke later..."

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...this is an 0-17 type throwaway year anyway. This team is terrible.

Wondering if this is finally the year we get local blackouts again...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 12:44:59, in reply to "Arbys*"

...haven't had one of those since 2005.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

If the Cardinals take Simpson, that might be it... not sure I can handle this franchise anymore.*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:47:28, in reply to "QBs"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Preach. I wish I could quit them, but the heart wants what the heart wants*

Posted by Desert <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Desert' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:55:33, in reply to "If the Cardinals take Simpson, that might be it... not sure I can handle this franchise anymore.*"

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Gave them up when I was 12... can do it again at (almost) 50. Mike Bidwell was supposed to be...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:58:28, in reply to "Preach. I wish I could quit them, but the heart wants what the heart wants*"

...the antithesis of his dad and grandfather... but he's just the same.

This isn't the old NFL where being independently wealthy outside of football mattered... the team valuation is more than enough to spend as needed (and then go above and beyond).

Granted, the new facility in North Scottsdale should be attractive... getting out of Tempe will be a good selling point for players... but to constantly be rated the worst owner in the NFL (a league with the BROWN FAMILY in it) should be a blinking red light, and he seems like he doesn't care.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

i think someone is going to take him in the first round. *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:49:38, in reply to "If the Cardinals take Simpson, that might be it... not sure I can handle this franchise anymore.*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Grenade*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:50:25, in reply to "i think someone is going to take him in the first round. *"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I saw some hype pieces on Mesidor and now I want SF to take him.

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 9:58:32, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

Most mocks have them taking Lomu, Howell or Miller.
Boooooooooo

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

When you think of older prospects, think of Akheem!

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 10:48:54, in reply to "I saw some hype pieces on Mesidor and now I want SF to take him. "

I love watching him play, but...

He'll be a 25-year-old rookie.

On a team like the 9ers that are in win-now, that's less of a concern.

He and Bain from The U are both 1st round edges. Mesidor is one of those players that seems to actually have a plan on the field. He has moves and counters and sets things up. He works his ass off every play.

But he'll be a 25-year-old rookie. And he's also got the short arms like Bain (though not *as* short) and he's not a crazy athlete like, say, Malachi Lawrence from UCF.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

delete

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 31, 2026, 9:54:09, in reply to "Let's talk some NFL draft"

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

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