About this episode

The episode features Mel Kiper Jr., Field Yates, and Mike Greenberg discussing predictions and insights for the upcoming college football and NFL seasons.

Welcome back to "First Draft." Mike Greenberg, Field Yates and Mel Kiper Jr. give a full crash-course on both the college football and NFL regular seasons ahead. #ESPN #ncaa #firstdraft #nfl #nfldraft #sports (0:00) Welcome to "First Draft" (2:30) 2027 QB Class (7:00) Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith (16:15) What will 2027 NFL Draft be known for? (20:52) 2027 prospects to watch (26:00) National Championship predictions (30:46) NFL Rookie watch (32:20) Raiders announce Kirk Cousins starting QB (40:06) Which team must QB hunt in April's draft? (42:02) Super Bowl predictions + final thoughts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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