Dolphins 2026 draft class – The Splash Zone 4/26/26

In total, the Miami Dolphins made 13 selections over the past three days. That’s a pretty good haul of players to add and the hope is that they can get some major contributions from at least half of them. All in all, it was a pretty solid draft from new general manager, Jon-Eric Sullivan. The most confusing pick may have been WR Caleb Douglas in the third round, who many viewed as a late round prospect. Their first selection of Kadyn Proctor was heavily scrutinized by fans due to S Caleb Downs and DE Rueben Bain being on the board. Sullivan feels confidant that Proctor was the best available player on the board at that moment and only time will tell if that was the correct decision or not.

You can check out that story here, and the rest of the day’s round-up below.

Dave Hyde: Why this draft showed Dolphins finally have a chance to win again
Well, that was educational. Day after day, pick by pick, you learned plenty about this new Miami Dolphins regime over this NFL draft, if you watched closely enough.

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Dolphins 2026 Draft

Dolphins’ new coach and GM bet big on toughness in the NFL draft
Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and coach Jeff Hafley articulated their goal weeks ago: They wanted to rebuild the franchise around toughness and physicality.

Miami Dolphins Final 2026 NFL Draft Class Recap: Jeff Hafley’s team got a bunch of ‘smart, tough’ football players
The Miami Dolphins’ 2026 NFL Draft is complete and they’ve collected a baker’s dozen of rookies.

Dolphins final draft grades: Why Miami’s 13 picks make ‘B’ draft class
The Miami Dolphins drafted 13 players in the first NFL Draft led by first-year general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan.

Initial Impressions of the Dolphins’ 2026 Draft
The Miami Dolphins wound up with 13 picks in Jon-Eric Sullivan’s first draft as the GM of the team

Chris Perkins: A look at Dolphins’ 2026 draft class and how they fit in
Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan was committed to a draft philosophy of best player available (BPA) along with traits such as toughness, versatility and leadership in his first draft with Miami.

How to View the Dolphins Fourth-Round Selections
The Miami Dolphins selected edge defender Trey Moore and linebacker Kyle Louis with their two fourth-round selections

Dolphins signing QB, pair of running backs among undrafted rookies
After selecting a whopping 13-pick draft class over three days, the Miami Dolphins immediately got to work on signing undrafted rookies at the conclusion of the draft Saturday evening.

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Dolphins Wide Receivers

Miami Dolphins pick Kevin Coleman in NFL Draft: Scouting fifth-rounder
The Miami Dolphins selected Missouri receiver Kevin Coleman in the fifth round of the NFL Draft.

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Dolphins Tight Ends

Miami Dolphins pick Seydou Traore in NFL Draft: Scouting fifth-rounder
The Miami Dolphins selected Mississippi State tight end Seydou Traore with their final fifth-round pick in the NFL Draft.

Will Kacmarek wants to impose his will on opponents as Dolphins TE
Will Kacmarek is more than happy to pick up from right where Kadyn Proctor left off with his bold prediction for the Miami Dolphins’ offense.

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Dolphins Offensive Line

Miami Dolphins pick DJ Campbell in NFL Draft: Scouting sixth-rounder
The Miami Dolphins selected guard DJ Campbell in the sixth round of the NFL Draft.

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Dolphins Defensive Line

Miami Dolphins pick Trey Moore in NFL Draft: scouting fourth-rounder
The Miami Dolphins selected edge rusher Trey Moore of Texas with their first of two picks in the fourth round of the NFL Draft.

Miami Dolphins pick Max Llewellyn in NFL Draft: scouting 7th-rounder
The Miami Dolphins selected Iowa edge rusher Max Llewellyn with their seventh-round pick of the NFL Draft.

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Dolphins Linebackers

Miami Dolphins pick Kyle Louis in NFL Draft: Scouting fourth-rounder
The Miami Dolphins selected Pittsburgh linebacker Kyle Louis with their second of two picks in the fourth round of the NFL Draft.

What NFL Draft Analysts Said About the Selection of Jacob Rodriguez
The Dolphins selected linebacker Jacob Rodriguez with their first pick of Day 2, so what did draft experts think about that selection?

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Dolphins Defensive Backs

Miami Dolphins pick Michael Taaffe in NFL Draft: Scouting 5th-rounder
The Miami Dolphins selected Texas safety Michael Taaffe in the fifth round of the NFL Draft.

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Phinsider News You May Have Missed

Recapping day two of the Dolphins draft – The Splash Zone 4/25/26
Welcome to the Splash Zone, the quickest way to get your day started off right. We bring you a rundown of Miami Dolphins news from the last 24 hours.

2026 NFL Draft picks: Dolphins add edge rusher in first fourth-round pick
The Miami Dolphins have selected their seventh rookie in the 2026 NFL Draft as the fourth round continues.

2026 NFL Draft picks: Dolphins grab value with fourth-round linebacker
The Miami Dolphins have used the second of their fourth round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL Starter Windbreakers released: Zip up the ultimate throwback
Check out the latest HOMAGE x Starter release!

2026 NFL Draft picks: Dolphins trade back, pick Texas safety
The Miami Dolphins trade back, add safety with first of three fifth-round picks.

2026 NFL Draft picks: Miami continues rebuild with another WR pick in fifth round
The Miami Dolphins use the 177th pick to add wide receiver Kevin Coleman, Jr.

2026 NFL Draft picks: Dolphins close out three-pick fifth round with Seydou Traore
The Miami Dolphins close out their fifth-round picks.

Miami Dolphins Discussion: 2026 NFL Draft Best/Worst Edition
We ask Miami Dolphins fans which draft picks they would rate as the best and the worst overall.

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Looking at 20 options for Eagles on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft

Looking at 20 options for Eagles on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia

The Eagles have so far made three picks in the 2026 NFL Draft and are scheduled to have three picks on Day 3.

Although they’re going to have to wait a while. The Eagles won’t pick until the fifth round on Day 3. They have pick 178 in the fifth round, 197 in the sixth and 244 in the seventh.

Here are 20 players who might make sense:

Dani Dennis-Sutton, Edge, Penn State: The Eagles don’t draft a ton of Penn State players but Dennis-Sutton (6-6, 256) would be a nice complement in their edge rusher room. He has the frame and athleticism the Eagles should like and he had 8 1/2 sacks in each of the last two seasons. He also tested very well in the pre-draft process and visited the Jefferson Health Training Complex.

Jalon Kilgore, DB, South Carolina: The Eagles brought Kilgore (6-1, 210) in for a visit during the pre-draft process and there’s plenty to like about him. While he played nickel corner at South Carolina, many project him to be a safety in the NFL. He’s big and fast and super athletic. If the Eagles draft him, it’ll be up to their coaching staff to turn him into a real safety.

Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU: This has nothing to do with Jalen Hurts but the Eagles are always looking to add QBs and they know this one well. Nussmeier is the son of former QBs coach Doug Nussmeier. Things didn’t go well for Garrett at LSU in 2025 but he was injured. He could be a good pro QB.

Taylen Green, QB, Arkansas: There’s a ton of intrigue about Green as a developmental quarterback. He’s 6-6, 227 pounds and is insanely athletic. He ran a 4.36 at the combine with a vertical jump of 43 1/2 inches and a broad of 11-2. His stats took a dip in 2025 but he has the raw tools. 

Haynes King, QB, Georgia Tech: King is an older prospect at 25 but he was a great dual threat at the collegiate level and played with an admirable toughness. His OC at Shrine Bowl was Eagles OC Sean Mannion. 

Ephesians Prysock, CB, Washington: Prysock’s teammate Tacario Davis went in the third round but Prysock is still available. Like Davis, Prysock also has great length at 6-3, 196 pounds and had two good seasons at Washington. He didn’t have many INTs in college but he has the frame and the 4.45 speed to be worth a Day 3 pick.

Zakee Wheatley, S, Penn State: Wheatley, 24, was a two-year starter at Penn State with a long frame and athleticism. He’s a good athlete and position versatile.

VJ Payne, S, Kansas State: Payne (6-3, 206) was a three-year starter at K-State with 42 starts under his belt. He’s big and long (80-inch wingspan) and ran a 4.40 at the combine.

Kamari Ramsey, S, USC: Ramsey, 21, began his career at UCLA and finished up at USC. In total, he was a three-year starter who played both nickel and safety in college. The Eagles have shown interest in players with that combination.

Beau Stephens, G, Iowa: Stephens (6-6, 315) started 34 games in college and both left and right guard. He doesn’t have a long frame or next-level athleticism, but he’s powerful and experienced and could be a nice backup who could eventually fight for a job. 

Anez Cooper, G, Miami: The Eagles already added one Miami offensive lineman so maybe they’ll add another. Cooper was the Hurricanes’ starting right guard for the last three seasons and held down the right side of that line with first-round pick Francis Mauigoa.

Logan Taylor, G, Boston College: While Taylor (607, 314) played a bit of tackle in a pinch at BC, he projects as a guard in the NFL who could offers some position versatility.

Isaiah World, OT, Oregon: The Eagles already drafted a tackle but at some point, the value would be too great for the Eagles to overlook. World was once expected to become a first-round pick but that didn’t happen and then he tore his ACL in the playoffs. But World has tools worth developing and would represent value on Day 3.

Andre Fuller, CB, Toledo: The Eagles added Fuller’s teammate Quinyon Mitchell in the first round a couple years ago and they could go back to the well. Fuller, 24, became a starter in 2025 for the first time and had a nice season.

Harold Perkins Jr., LB, LSU: Perkins (6-1, 220) is an undersized off-ball linebacker with great athleticism. He started 36 games at LSU.

Nicholas Singleton, RB, Penn State: Singleton was a four-year starter at Penn State, who saw his workload decrease in his senior season. But he’s big and fast and would be a fun Day 3 pickup.

Jordan Van Den Berg, DT, Georgia Tech: A native of South Africa, van den Berg is a good athlete who spent time at Penn State before transferring to Georgia Tech. He was first-team All-ACC in 2025 with 3 sacks and 11 TFLs.

Kaleb Proctor, DT, Southeastern Louisiana: Proctor (6-2, 291) is an undersized 3-technique from a small school who has athleticism and traits.

Max Llewellyn, Edge, Iowa: If the Eagles still want to add a bigger-body edge rusher, Llewellyn (6-6, 258) would fit. He became a full-time starter in 2025 and had 6 1/2 sacks and 9 1/2 TFLs.

Jude Bowry, OL, Boston College: Bowry (6-5, 314) played left and right tackle in college but might need to move to guard in the NFL.

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Mazzulla: “If anybody ever doubts D-White, they don’t really care about winning”

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 24: Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers and Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics smile during the game during Round 1 Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

Whew. After 48 hard fought minutes of basketball, the Boston Celtics scraped out a gritty 108-100 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. With the win, the Celtics regain control of homecourt advantage and now lead the series 2-1.

The Celtics were dominating for the first 54 minutes of the series, but the Sixers have put together a hell of a response since then. It’s been back-and-forth, punches being thrown left and right, and at the end of three rounds, both teams are still standing. We’ve seen some haymakers, but no knockout punch just yet.

Philly has had a balanced scoring series so far with Tyrese Maxey leading the way with 27 points per game, followed by Paul George at 18, VJ Edgecombe at 17.7, Kelly Oubre at 13, and then Drummond at 8 ppg. Boston, on the other hand, has been very top heavy. Jaylen Brown is averaging 29 points per game, Jayson Tatum at 23, and then the only other double-digit scorer is Payton Pritchard, who squeaks through at 10.3 ppg.

Notably, Boston hasn’t gotten nearly enough from Derrick White in the scoring department. He’s just below the double-digit threshold, currently averaging 9.7 points per game, but he’s third on the team in field goals attempted, and is shooting an abysmal 29.4% from the floor (3.3 FGM/11.3 FGA), and 20% from three (1.7 3PM/8.3 3PA). It’s been easy to get frustrated with White’s production, or lack thereof, but he will always make winning plays at the end of the game, just as he did last night.

PHILADELPHIA, PA – APRIL 24: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Round 1 Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 2026 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

Sixty seconds left on the game clock, Celtics up by 3. Pritchard takes his time bringing the ball up, dishing it to Tatum after crossing half-court. Fifty seconds left on the game clock, Tatum waits patiently as the play develops.

Forty-three seconds on the game clock, 6 seconds on the shot clock; Tatum makes his move, driving against Adem Bona, and then kicks it to Nikola Vucevic in the corner. Thirty-nine seconds on the game clock, 3 on the shot clock; Vuc takes the corner three. The ball taking it’s time in the air. It’s off.

Thirty-seven seconds left on the game clock. Derrick White, after crashing in from the opposite corner, skies over the top of two Sixers players to grab the offensive board and keep the most crucial possession of the game alive. He takes a second to catch his balance and kick the ball over to Payton Pritchard to avoid falling out of bounds with the ball.

Thirty-three seconds left on the game clock; the Celtics reset the possession with Tatum at the top of the key. He burns some time. Twenty-eight seconds left on the game clock; Tatum sizes up Adem Bona. He pulls up for three.

Bang.

25.3 seconds left on the game clock, Celtics up by 6. Tatum hit the dagger. Philly timeout. The rest is history.

JAYSON TATUM CLUTCH MAN

BIG BOARD BY DERRICK WHITE pic.twitter.com/1AtKB0K92u

— NikNBA🏀 (@NIKNBAYT) April 25, 2026

Obviously, JT is the one who put Boston up and the game away, but he doesn’t get that opportunity without Derrick White’s awareness. There’s no doubt that White had a really rough showing, 3-12 from the floor, 1-8 from three. It would be easy for most coaches to leave a player having a game like that on the bench at the end of the game, but White has proven time and time again that he will show up and make the right play, and that he did.

If Derrick doesn’t get that rebound, Philly is only down 3 with a perfect chance for a 2-for-1 opportunity. Instead, The Celtics get to limit the Sixers to one last meaningful possession while they hold a two-possession lead.

That also wasn’t the only time White showed up when the Celtics needed him. As hard as Philly was to contain, White managed to pick up 1 steal and 3 blocks over the course of the game. He fought through his own struggles, and gave his full effort on each and every play.

After the game Tatum had this to say about White: “We need him. I can say it 100 times. We need him, we need him, we need him… D-White is an unreal basketball player that still just has his imprint on the game, and makes plays on both end of the floor… When he’s open, we’re going to pass it to him, we want him to be aggressive.”

Joe Mazzulla shared a similar message: “Anybody that ever doubts D-White, they don’t really care about winning. There’s a competitive confidence piece there, there’s a character piece there. He’s not defined by shot making… Those two rebounds were big-time rebounds, and he can impact winning in so many different ways. I’m always gonna double down on his competitive character and who he is.”

It’s going to be hard for Celtics fans to stomach every shot Derrick misses; believe me, I feel it too. But he has a long history of making the right play. The coaches trust him, his teammates trust him, and we should too.

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Knicks’ Mike Brown calls out referees for free throw discrepancy

ATLANTA — On his long list of things he believed went wrong, Mike Brown included the officiating.

When asked about the Hawks’ ability to close out on 3-point shooters after the Knicks’ 109-108 Game 3 loss at State Farm Arena, Brown explained how he wanted his players to drive past them and get into the paint.

But, when they got to the paint, Brown believes they weren’t getting deserved fouls.

Mike Brown talks to reporters after the Knicks’ 109-108 Game 3 loss to the Hawks on April 23, 2026 in Atlanta. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post

“They’re closing out hard,” Brown said. “And when they close out hard, we gotta drive the basketball. I do think it’s a tough game for the officials to officiate. But I know we got fouled on a few of the drives that didn’t get called. It’s tough to see 20-26 [free-throw discrepancy] in a one-possession game when you know for sure there were a couple of fouls that should’ve been called.”

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The lineup Brown used for most of the fourth quarter as the Knicks mounted their comeback — Jalen Brunson, Miles McBride, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns, with Mikal Bridges benched — was plus-24 in 14 minutes across the whole game.

“They did a good job of taking care of the basketball,” Brown said. “They were pretty aggressive. Atlanta, they’re trying to get up in us, they’re trying to speed us up, they’re playing physical, and when you face that type of defense, you can’t play on your heels. You can’t be passive at all. You got to be able to rip that ball through and get to the rim. Or if they close out hard, you gotta be able to snap drive and get to the rim.

“That group did a pretty good job of it. They did a pretty good job of trying to get out in transition, too. And then they did a pretty good job of trying to get stops defensively. That’s something that we all have to recognize and embrace.”

Would Brown consider inserting McBride into the starting lineup?

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“I’m not thinking about that right now,” Brown said. “In the same breadth, I’ve said it before, we have to look at everything.

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Rams coach Sean McVay goes viral after appearing miserable in press conference: ‘We’ll see’

Thursday night was supposed to be one of joy and merriment for the Rams.

Armed with arguably the best roster in football and viewed as legitimate Super Bowl contenders, having the 13th overall pick in the NFL draft presented LA with a unique opportunity.

They had the ability to draft an instant impact player, one who could bolster their case of ending the upcoming season with confetti falling around them at SoFi Stadium while holding the Lombardi Trophy.

University of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson celebrates after being picked by the Los Angeles Rams in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft at the Draft Theater, outside Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. (Mandatory Credit: Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI/Shutterstock) Archie Carpenter/UPI/Shutterstock

Apparently, general manager Les Snead had other ideas.

In what was by far the most shocking move of the NFL draft, the Rams selected Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson — a player many analysts considered a second-round pick.

While the move was confounding at best, Snead tried his best to sound optimistic when speaking with the media late Thursday night.

“I think it’s been a process that started in the offseason, per se, especially when [head coach] Sean [McVay] and the coaching staff got involved,” Snead said when asked when they knew Alabama QB Ty Simpson was their selection. “That process goes all the way up until even into the latter parts of last week. Then at that point in time, like I’ve mentioned here, the sea is going to shape the 13th pick you. You had to fall.”

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay watches from the sideline during the second half of the NFC Championship NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez) AP

However, one person didn’t appear as optimistic as Snead: head coach Sean McVay.

In a video that’s now gone viral, McVay showed shockingly little enthusiasm when discussing Simpson. He seemed annoyed for most of the press conference, rarely smiling and lacking the normal zeal and passion he usually speaks with.

But, there was one thing McVay made sure everyone in attendance knew: this is still reigning MVP Matthew Stafford’s team.

“There were a lot of players that we liked but when you do look at it, I think the thing you liked about the body of work is…let’s make one thing clear, this is Matthew’s team. 

Time will tell if Simpson was the correct choice — but if anything is assumed as of now — it’s that not everyone is a believer.

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Broncos Country, it’s official Draft Day!

Former Denver Broncos running back Montee Ball points to the crowd as he walks to the podium to announce the team’s selection with the 60th overall pick during the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The draft runs through April 26. Tork Mason/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin | Tork Mason / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Good morning, Broncos Country. The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off tonight in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It’s been a long offseason, but the most fun part about it is finally upon us. The next few days should bring a lot of excitement for fans.

Unfortunately, our beloved Denver Broncos aren’t scheduled to pick tonight, but having Jaylen Waddle in the fold to bolster their offense for the 2026 season was a good move to make. That being said, here are a few storylines I will be watching closely tonight and over the next few days.

All eyes on the competition in the AFC West

With the Broncos not having a pick until the second round, I’ll be keeping a close eye on what happens with the rest of the teams in the AFC West. It’s a tough division already, but a bunch of talent is going to be added into the fold by Denver’s competitors over the next few days.

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza is the heavy favorite to be the top pick for the Las Vegas Raiders tonight to kickoff the 2026 NFL Draft. Mendoza will join Ashton Jeanty and Brock Bowers to help turn around the division’s bottom-dwelling franchise. Overall, they have 10 selections with six of them being in the top four rounds. That’s a lot of draft capital to help get things going in the right direction.

Truth be told, the Raiders have a ways to go before being a formidable competitor. Though this draft could wind up being their most important in recent memory and prove to be transformative if they can hit big with their large slate of picks. I’m very interested to see how Klint Kubiak and the new regime tackle their first draft together.

The Kansas City Chiefs have two first round selections at #9 and #29 and five in the Top 110. The Chiefs are poised to make a splash and could wind up with several impact players early on. That’s not the news Broncos Country wants to hear, but that’s a potential reality we have to accept. I’m guessing they will try and nab one of the best cornerbacks or edge rushers to shore up their defense, but with ample draft ammunition, they could surprise and make a big trade or two and move into the Top 5 for a premier prospect.

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Chargers have just five selections. However, they have all their original picks in the Top 125. Finding an edge rusher seems like a good option in the first round for the Chargers. They could certainly use some help there given the age of Khalil Mack. Adding some beef up front to their offensive and defensive trenches seems like a strong possibility too.

The @Raiders aren’t “a year away” anymore.
⁰They’re a QB + OL away from flipping the entire AFC West narrative.

Change my mind. pic.twitter.com/3RWUp94fGJ

— SleeperRaiders (@SleeperRaiders) April 9, 2026

What will John Harbaugh and the Giants do with two Top 10 picks?

John Harbaugh was tapped to revitalize the Giants and turn them back into a playoff contender. They made a lot of moves this offseason, but none was bigger than what happened the other day. They took the NFL by storm, trading defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals for the tenth overall selection. 

Coupled with their fifth pick, Harbaugh and the Giants have the chance to turn things around in short order if they can get a few blue chip prospects. Several prospects consistently marked to them are linebacker Sonny Styles Jr. and safety Caleb Downs from Ohio State. They would certainly help out their defense which was one of the worst in the league last season.

Even so, I really think they may be hoping Jeremiyah Love falls to them. He’s arguably the best offensive player and playmaker in the draft–and would definitely make life a lot easier for second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart. Though it wouldn’t be a surprise to see them trade down from the tenth pick and try to accumulate more selections. They don’t have a third-round pick and it’s possible they won’t want to wait between 37 and 105 to add another player to a roster that desperately needs talent across the board.

On Giants Huddle podcast former GM @MikeMayock from @SumerSports on the @Giants draft options + @nickbaumgardner on the trade for 10 overall.

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How will the first-round events impact Denver’s second-round draft board and plans?

The Broncos aren’t scheduled to pick until the 62nd overall selection in the second round. A lot of talent will be off the board by then, but I’m still optimistic things will fall rather favorably for Denver. At least, I hope it does. The franchise done a good job finding talented players at the end of the second round the past few drafts with Nik Bonitto, Marvin Mims Jr., and RJ Harvey.

I’m hoping to see a bunch of edge rushers, wide receivers, and offensive lineman go in the first round. That would definitely help some targets at bigger positions of needs potentially fall to them in the second round. If that happens, I would not be the least bit surprised if General Manager George Paton and Head Coach Sean Payton were a bit more aggressive with their draft plans.

During their pre-draft press conference, Paton had noted they felt really comfortable in the 45 to 75 area when it comes to draft talent. If things go favorably for Denver in round one, I think there is a good shot they move up the board in Round 2 to get one of their most coveted players that can address a long-term need for the franchise.

How about you, Broncos Country? What storylines are you keeping close tabs on over the next few days? Let me know in the comments section.

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Ex-Mets outfielder Vince Coleman helped broker truce between Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley

Barkley, Jordan, Coleman

A former Met helped play the role of peacemaker between Charles Barkley and Michael Jordan, Sir Charles said during a radio appearance Wednesday on a Chicago sports talk station. 

Vince Coleman, who played three seasons from 1991 to 1993 in Queens, brokered the truce when he randomly called Barkley while with Jordan, putting the two on the phone together. 

Ironically, Barkley told this story while appearing on ESPN Chicago’s “Waddle & Silvy” show, the very same radio program on which he made his critical comments about Jordan’s ownership of the then-Charlotte Bobcats. 

Charles Barkley laughs at a foul call with Bulls guard Michael Jordan during the first half of the Bulls’ win over the Suns on Jan. 28, 1996 at the United Center in Chicago. AFP via Getty Images

“It’s interesting,” Barkley said on the show Wednesday, according to The Athletic. “I was just chillin’ at the house last week, and one of my good friends is Vince Coleman, the great baseball player. When we answer the phone, we (jokingly) say some unkind words to each other … he says, ‘Yo, I’m down here at The Grove. I’m sick of you and MJ’s BS. He’s right here. Y’all need to talk.’ And we had a conversation, but Vince Coleman’s the person who’s responsible. We [Barkley and Jordan] talked for a couple minutes. He said, ‘Man, let’s get together and play golf.

“And as soon as I get a break, we’re gonna fly down there and spend a couple days playing golf.’”

Former Major Leaguer Vince Coleman reacts at T-Mobile Park on July 7, 2023 in Seattle. Getty Images

The comments Barkley made in 2012 fractured his friendship with Jordan when he said on the show that he loves Jordan, “but he has not done a good job” when discussing the NBA legends’ ownership of the Bobcats. 

Barkley recently revealed on Chris Russo’s Mad Dog Unleashed on SiriusXM on Friday that he and Jordan had talked and that they’re going to play golf after the NBA season. 

The NBA commentator added on Wednesday that “we’ll be fine.” 

“I tell people it’s not like we’re Prince Harry and Prince William, who hate each other. Honestly, I think we both missed each other, because we’ve had this conversation with other friends, and we’re both too stubborn to pick up the phone, to be honest with you. But I think both parties missed each other a great deal,” he said.

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