About this episode

The episode features discussions on Geno Smith's performance, the Packers' defensive strategy, and insights on rookies poised for success in the NFL.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo react to the comments Jets offensive coordinator Frank Reich made about Geno Smith being the best version of himself. Then Brian Baldinger joins to discuss who got the better end of the Micah Parsons trade and tries to make sense of Packers defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon saying he does not have a specific scheme in place. Baldy also delivers the rookies in the best position to succeed in 2026 and reviews the AFC South teams’ drafts. Jeff Chadiha reveals his teams that won the offseason and looks behind the scenes at how the Eagles traded up to select Makai Lemmon in the 2026 NFL Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo

Guest: Brian Baldinger

Topics covered

• Geno Smith
• NFL Draft
• Packers Defense
• Rookies
• Micah Parsons trade
• AFC South teams

Keywords

• Frank Reich
• Geno Smith
• Jonathan Gannon
• Brian Baldinger
• NFL Draft
• AFC South
• rookies
• Micah Parsons
• Eagles

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NFL Network, Eagles, Packers, AFC South

Products: Makai Lemmon

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