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The New York Jets have been one of the worst teams in the league for quite some time now. They seem to be the butt of the joke lately, especially since the Cleveland Browns have finally turned things around. However, the Jets are in a great position to rebuild the roster and put themselves back […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had a pretty quiet offseason with the biggest highlight being when they re-signed young wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster for what looks like a bargain of a one-year deal.   Pittsburgh was a buzz saw early last season, but it all came crashing down towards the end, before finally getting the boot from the […]

The Miami Dolphins are a team on the rise. The front office has been busy making moves and now has four picks in the first two rounds of the upcoming draft. It is opportunities like these that can make a franchise competitive for years to come.  While the Dolphins have elite talent in the roster […]

With the 2021 NFL Draft just two weeks away, there’s a lot of speculation about who the San Francisco 49ers will select with the third overall pick. For a time, bettors seemed convinced that it would be Alabama quarterback Mac Jones, who is coming off a triumphant junior season, helping the Crimson Tide win the […]

Ever since their blockbuster trade late last month to acquire the third-overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, most observers have widely assumed that the San Francisco 49ers would take the opportunity to select their next franchise quarterback. However, which play-caller the Bay Area franchise would ultimately pick has been a matter of debate around […]

The Washington Football Team made some strides last season and fell to the eventual Super Bowl winners. With the moves the team made this offseason, Washington is headed in the right direction.  The front office franchise-tagged All-Pro Guard Brandon Scherff, and signed multi-year deals with wide receiver Curtis Samuel and cornerback William Jackson III.  Washington’s roster […]

The Baltimore Ravens made some under the radar moves this offseason like signing wide receiver Sammy Watkins to a one-year, prove-it deal and re-signing defenders Derek Wolfe, Tyus Bowser, and Justin Ellis to reasonable contracts.  To solidify their status as contenders and level up, they will have to knock the upcoming draft out of the […]

Holding eight selections in the 2021 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders have quite a few holes on their roster that they need to fill. Needing to address their offensive line and defensive secondary the most, general manager Mike Mayock and head coach Jon Gruden will have their hands full. This was a strange offseason […]

The Arizona Cardinals were a popular sleeper pick in 2020, but their bid for the playoffs fell short after a rough end of the season. Now they turn to the NFL draft. They’ve been aggressive this offseason, signing big names like JJ Watt, James Connor, and Malcolm Butler, but they’ll need to nail the draft […]

2021 NFL Mock Draft Live: Picks #1-8 Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 149 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 149 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 149 – Blake Lovell and Dillon Reagan […]

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst appeared on the Total Packers with Larry McCarren. During the interview, Gutekunst suggested that the offensive line and cornerback could be the most loaded after McCarren asked what the Packers GM believes are the best positions in the upcoming NFL draft. Via Zach Kruse of The Packers Wire: […]

The rumors linking Alabama quarterback Mac Jones to the San Francisco 49ers have been swirling since San Francisco acquired the No. 3 pick from the Miami Dolphins. But personnel from around the league are not buying the smoke. Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports spoke to a number of rival executives who seem to question […]

The Washington Football Team is reportedly gearing up for the upcoming 2021 NFL Draft in a bid to land their future franchise quarterback. Head coach Ron Rivera and the team are reportedly willing to ship their assets in order to move up in the draft as they set their sights on possibly selecting North Dakota […]

The NFL Draft is just around the corner and the Dallas Cowboys continue to make the headlines with rumors. It’s no secret the Cowboys’ offense is stacked while the defense is lacking. Many believe the smart move for Dallas is to focus on the defensive side of the ball in this draft, however, one player […]

The NFL Draft is right around the corner. The first round takes place on April 29th and until then, each franchise is conducting thorough studying of the rookie class. This year, NFL scouts are chomping at the bit to acquire some of the high-level talent available. This year’s group of rookies is deep in multiple […]

Okay, Jerry Jones, let’s talk about something very serious before the NFL draft. Your Dallas Cowboys are arguably the biggest brand in American sports right now, battling with the Los Angeles Lakers, New York Yankees, and New York Knicks. The star is synonymous with Americana, and your team dominates most headlines during the NFL season, […]

In last year’s draft, the Los Angeles Chargers found their quarterback of the future in Justin Herbert. Now it’s time to build a team around him so he can see the playoff success that Phillip Rivers never could. The Chargers have plenty of needs, and an early run of quarterbacks should allow them to select […]

There are still a number of teams posing as candidates to potentially add a quarterback in the 2021 NFL Draft. Football fans are pretty aware of the obvious, at this point. The Jacksonville Jaguars are all but guaranteed to take Clemson’s Trevor Lawrence with the first overall pick, with the New York Jets likely selecting […]

The Minnesota Vikings finished with a 7-9 record last year, which was a bit of a disappointment, to say the least. Many had the Vikings pegged to be a playoff team in 2020, but instead, Minnesota fell short. This offseason, the front office has done its part to improve the roster and they appear to […]

You know the last NFL season was different when you see the Patriots picking this high. The post-Tom Brady Patriots finished 7-9 and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2008. This is probably what led the front office to go on a shopping spree in free agency. Below are three options for New […]

The first round of the 2021 NFL Draft is set to begin on April 29. The Dallas Cowboys currently have the 10th overall selection, which means they have the opportunity to select one of the best prospects available this year. The Cowboys’ offense is loaded with talent, and the biggest need on that side of […]

The Carson Wentz era officially ended for the Philadelphia Eagles when they traded the quarterback to the Indianapolis Colts earlier in the offseason. The Eagles will roll with Jalen Hurts, who has shown potential and had four starts last season, and they made another trade by moving back from the No. 6 pick in the […]

The Miami Dolphins have been gathering draft picks left and right since trading Laremy Tunsil to the Houston Texans. The front office has put the franchise in a great position to have future success, as they have plenty of cap space to work with on top of the plethora of draft capital as well. They […]

The NFL Draft is later this month, and a number of prospects are scheduled for in-person medical exams over the next few days in Indianapolis. It’s a process that allows NFL franchises a look into any potential injury risks for each prospect. Usually, the top prospects go and participate in these medical exams, but Trevor Lawrence […]

The Detroit Lions will look a lot different than they did last season. Thanks to a busy offseason, the Lions have a new general manager in former Rams director of college scouting Brad Holmes, a new head coach in former Lions tight end Dan Campbell and a new starting quarterback after the Lions flipped Matthew […]

The first round of the 2021 NFL Draft takes place on April 29, and the New York Jets are likely to draft a new rookie quarterback. It seems that might be a forgone conclusion after the front office traded Sam Darnold to the Carolina Panthers, with general manager Joe Douglas essentially confirming as much on […]

Biggest Needs For The Top 8 Super Bowl Contenders In 2021 Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 148 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 148 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 148 – Blake […]

As rumors continue to swirl about this upcoming class of quarterbacks and where they will go in the 2021 NFL Draft (except for Trevor Lawrence), it seems more and more likely that Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers have found their man: H/t to @amicsta: Schefter on ESPN Radio – Mac Jones to 49ers […]

The Atlanta Falcons are pondering a move back in this month’s NFL draft. Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated reported the Falcons are not opposed to dealing the No. 4 overall pick, though he opined Atlanta will stay put: And that leaves the Falcons as a team to watch—one that’s going to have to make a […]

The New York Jets currently hold the second overall selection in the upcoming 2021 NFL draft. It’s speculated the front office chooses a quarterback with their first pick, causing trade rumors around Sam Darnold’s availability. The Jets face a peculiar situation, as the team could opt to build around Darnold rather than draft a new […]

During his time with the Alabama Crimson Tide, wide receiver DeVonta Smith has worked with some talented quarterbacks such as Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa, who are now both in the NFL. But the reigning Heisman Trophy winner has singled out his most recent quarterback in Mac Jones for praise as the 2021 NFL Draft […]

Top 2021 NFL Draft prospect Trevor Lawrence was hyped after seeing his quarterback colleagues in Justin Fields and Zach Wilson come out with impressive performances in their respective Pro Day workouts. Lawrence showed his support to them as he took the time to repost their highlights on Twitter. First came Wilson last week: SHEESH! https://t.co/uyJSMkU6Gn […]

Justin Fields already made a statement with a sparkling 40-yard dash at his Ohio State Pro Day on Tuesday. The star signal-caller showed he is far more than just a mobile quarterback. Fields unleashed a spectacular deep ball, rolling out to his left and unleashing a bomb across his body. The throw is not entirely […]

The Alabama connection that defined college football in 2020 is showing off at the Crimson Tide’s Pro Day on Tuesday in Tuscaloosa. Heisman Trophy winner and star Crimson Tide receiver DeVonta Smith did in fact elect to catch passes for quarterback Mac Jones despite still nursing a broken finger suffered in the national title game. […]

3 Teams Most Likely To Trade Up For A QB In The 2021 NFL Draft Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 147 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 147 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast […]

Top NFL Draft quarterback prospect Justin Fields was renowned for his mobility as a star for the Ohio State Buckeyes, and he turned more heads during his Pro Day on Tuesday. Fields ran a stellar 40-yard dash of 4.44 seconds, with one scout clocking the time at 4.43. Immensely impressive stuff from a quarterback, especially […]

The Mac Jones to the San Francisco 49ers buzz continues to get louder. There was plenty of hubbub about the 49ers going to see Jones’ Pro Day on Tuesday instead of Justin Fields, and 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan gave some insight into the team’s 2021 NFL Draft strategy on Monday. Shanahan explained that seeing […]

In what may be a surprise to some, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch will attend Mac Jones’ second Alabama Pro Day on Tuesday instead of Justin Fields’ session. This was first reported in Peter King’s Football Morning in America and confirmed by Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk. The 49ers […]

With the NFL draft just over a month away, teams have begun shifting their focus from free agency to scouting draft prospects. As always, the scouting process revolves around finding a franchise quarterback. The quarterback is seen as the most important position in the NFL and without having an elite one its hard for a […]