The First Team - NFL Draft & College Football Show
534 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago -Ryan Roberts, Joe DeLeone, and Matt Simms bring you weekly NFL Draft and College Football analysis. Tune in for interviews with top NFL Draft prospects, breakdowns of the best players in the country, and more
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Episodes
2022 NFL Draft Offensive Superlatives | Who is the best Athlete? Who is the most likely to succeed?
March 31, 2022 22:21 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts dive into superlatives for the 2022 NFL Draft class, starting with the offensive players. They share who is the best athlete, the worst athlete, highest upside, lowest floor, who you wouldn't want to run into a dark ally, prospect we just don't get the hype, and the most likely to succeed
Who are the Top 5 Quarterbacks in the 2022 NFL Draft?
March 30, 2022 21:33 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts discuss the Quarterback class in the 2022 NFL Draft. Tune in for takes on Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis, Carson Strong, Desmond Ridder, Sam Howell, Kaleb Eleby, Matt Corral, and more
Coastal Carolina Tight End Isaiah Likely on his Pro Day & the NFL Combine
March 28, 2022 23:52 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBCoastal Carolina Tight End Isaiah Likely joins Joe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts to discuss how the predraft process has gone for him, his performance at the NFL Combine, his Pro Day, and more
Who are the Top 5 Offensive Tackles in the 2022 NFL Draft?
March 25, 2022 04:02 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts unpack the top heavy group of offensive tackles in the 2022 NFL Draft. Tune in for takes on Evan Neal, Ikem Ekwonu, Charles Cross, Trevor Penning, Sean Rhyan, Tyler Smith, and more
Who are the Top 5 Interior Offensive Linemen in the 2022 NFL Draft?
March 22, 2022 21:45 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts highlight the top interior offensive lineman prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft. Tune in for takes on Tyler Linderbaum, Kenyon Green, Darian Kinnard, Zion Johnson, and more
Who are the Top 5 Wide Receivers in the 2022 NFL Draft?
March 17, 2022 19:34 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts assess the wide receiver class for the 2022 NFL Draft. Tune in for takes on Garrett Wilson, Drake London, Treylon Burks, George Pickens, Chris Olave, Christian Watson, Jameson Williams, and more
Who are the Top 5 Tight Ends in the 2022 NFL Draft?
March 15, 2022 18:43 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts dive into the top 5 tight ends of the 2022 NFL Draft. Tune in for thoughts on Trey McBride, Cade Otton, Isaiah Likely, Jalen Wydermyer, and more
Top 5 Running Backs in the 2022 NFL Draft
March 10, 2022 17:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts evaluate who the top 5 running backs are in the 2022 NFL Draft 0:00-5:30 Intro 5:30-8:15 Biggest Sleeper: Jashaun Corbin, Florida State 8:15-13:40 Most Overhyped: Brian Robinson, Alabama 13:40-16:40 D'Vonte Price, FIU 16:40-20:25 Kyren Williams, Notre Dame 20:25-22:55 Isaiah Spiller, Texas A&M 22:55-25:50 Kenneth Walker III, Michigan State 25:50 Breece Hall, Iowa State
Post NFL Combine Mock Draft
March 09, 2022 02:41 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts do a mock draft for the 2022 NFL Draft after the NFL Combine
Five Things We Learned from the 2022 NFL Combine
March 07, 2022 23:47 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts discuss five things we learned from the 2022 NFL Combine, including thoughts on players not fully participating in drills, Georgia prospects blowing up Indy, FCS players impressing, quarterbacks remaining stagnant, and Sauce Gardner running a fast 40 time
Best Performances from Day 4 of the 2022 NFL Combine for Defensive Backs
March 07, 2022 01:58 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts highlight 2022 NFL Draft prospects who had strong performances on Day 4 of the 2022 NFL Combine. They cover corners and safeties like Nick Cross, Tariq Woolen, Sauce Gardner, Kaiir Elam, Kyle Hamilton, Lewis Cine, and more
Best Performances from Day 3 of the 2022 NFL Combine for Defensive Line and Linebackers
March 06, 2022 17:52 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBJoe DeLeone recaps the best performances from Day 3 of the 2022 NFL Combine, covering guys like Jordan Davis, Troy Andersen, Amare Barno, and more
Best Performances from Day 2 of the 2022 NFL Combine for RB and OL
March 05, 2022 16:39 - 33 minutes - 31 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts discuss the top performances for running backs and offensive linemen at Day 2 of the 2022 NFL Combine. They cover 2022 NFL Draft prospects like Trevor Penning, Zion Johnson, Sean Rhyan, Pierre Strong Jr., Kenneth Walker III, and Breece Hall
Best Performances from Day 1 of the 2022 NFL Combine for QB, WR, and TE
March 04, 2022 16:20 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts react to Day 1 of the 2022 NFL Combine, sharing thoughts on Jelani Woods, Greg Dulcich, Chris Olave, Garrett Wilson, Christian Watson, Kevin Austin, and Desmond Ridder
Storylines to watch at the 2022 NFL Combine
March 01, 2022 19:01 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts share the top storylines for 2022 NFL Draft prospects at the 2022 NFL Combine. Tune in for thoughts on the QB battle, Kayvon Thibodeaux vs Aidan Hutchinson, and more
Georgia State Guard Shamarious Gilmore
March 01, 2022 04:30 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBRyan Roberts is joined by 2022 NFL Draft prospect, Georgia State Guard Shamarious Gilmore
Predicting the best performances at the 2022 NFL Combine
February 24, 2022 03:44 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts predict which players will perform the best by position group for the 2022 NFL Combine next week.
Arizona DL Leevel Tatum III
February 22, 2022 05:30 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBRyan Roberts talks with Arizona defensive lineman Leevel Tatum III
NFL Combine Snubs and what headlines to watch for
February 18, 2022 05:04 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts discuss which 2022 NFL Draft prospects were snubbed from the NFL Combine. They also share thoughts on what they'll be watching for from major headlines at the event
Grambling State OL Jordan Ighofose
February 15, 2022 05:36 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBRyan Roberts talks with College Gridiron showcase participant, Grambling State OL Jordan Ighofose
Pass Rush Coach Eddy McGilvra
February 10, 2022 02:24 - 34 minutes - 32 MBPass Rush Coach Eddy McGilvra, who trains prospects like Aidan Hutchinson, David Ojabo, Boye Mafe, and more joins Ryan Roberts to talk about coaching defensive lineman and hiss talented group of prospects.
Defensive Risers and Fallers from the 2022 Senior Bowl
February 08, 2022 04:29 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBJoe DeLeone and Roberts discuss the draft stocks of notable defensive performers from the 2022 Senior Bowl. Tune in for thoughts on 2022 NFL Draft prospects like Travis Jones, Jermaine Johnson, Jalen Pitre, and more
Offensive Risers and Fallers from the 2022 Senior Bowl
February 07, 2022 16:25 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts discuss which players improved or hurt their draft stock amongst the offensive players at the 2022 Senior Bowl. Tune in for thoughts on 2022 NFL Draft Prospects like Zion Johnson, Christian Watson, Malik Willis, Trey McBride, and more
Thoughts from Day 3 of the 2022 Senior Bowl
February 04, 2022 15:37 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts discuss takeaways from Day 3 of the 2022 Senior Bowl, including thoughts on Trevor Penning, Tyler Badie, Dylan Parham, Bailey Zappe, and more
Thoughts from Day 2 of the 2022 Senior Bowl
February 03, 2022 14:46 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts discuss takeaways on 2022 NFL Draft prospects at the Senior Bowl. Tune in for thoughts on Travis Jones, Jermaine Johnson, Damien Pierce, Calvin Austin, Trevor Penning, Perrion Winfrey, and Trey McBride
Thoughts from Day 1 of the 2022 Senior Bowl
February 02, 2022 16:06 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBJoe DeLoene and Ryan Roberts take a look at a group of 2022 NFL Draft prospects who made early strong impressions at the 2022 Senior Bowl. They also address some players who underwhelmed. Tune in to hear about guys like Zion Johnson, Christian Watson, and more
Southern Utah OT Braxton Jones
February 01, 2022 04:41 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBRyan Roberts talks with Senior Bowl participant, Southern Utah OT Braxton Jones
Merrimack QB Westin Elliot
January 27, 2022 04:56 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBRyan Roberts talks with Merrimack QB and College Gridiron Showcase participant Westin Elliot
Who will be the surprise performer at the Senior Bowl? 2022 Senior Bowl Preview
January 25, 2022 03:44 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBJoe DeLeone, Ryan Roberts, and Alex Gilstrap preview the 2022 Senior Bowl by predicting big weeks from Nevada's Carson Strong, Liberty's Malik Willis, Kentucky's Darian Kinnard, Cincinnati's Myjai Sanders, Western Kentucky's DeAngelo Malone, and Fayetteville State's Joshua Williams.
CGS Interview: Fresno State DT Kevin Atkins
January 20, 2022 05:21 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBRyan Roberts speaks with College Gridiron Showcase participant Fresno State DT Kevin Atkins
Breaking down the 2022 NFL Draft Class
January 18, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBJoe DeLeone, Ryan Roberts, and Alex Gilstrap take a look at the 2022 NFL Draft class by highlighting the strongest and weakest groups in the class. They talk extensively about the elite defensive prospects at EDGE and cornerback.
Mock Draft to Kick Off the 2022 NFL Draft Cycle
January 13, 2022 05:37 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBJoe DeLeone, Alex Gilstrap, and Ryan Roberts do an 18 pick mock draft to kick off draft season for the 2022 NFL Draft cycle.
Buffalo defensive back Ja'Marcus Ingram
January 11, 2022 05:53 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBRyan Roberts talks with Buffalo defensive back Ja'marcus Ingrim. He discusses with the former Texas Tech corner his path to the 2022 NFL Draft.
College Gridiron Showcase Interview: William Jewell WR Jalik Jaggwe
January 05, 2022 05:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBHost Ryan Roberts talks with William Jewell WR Jalik Jaggwe
College Gridiron Showcase Interview: Frog Fuel CEO Alexander Kunz
January 04, 2022 05:16 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBRyan Roberts talks with Frog Fuel CEO Alexander Kunz
College Gridiron Showcase Interview: Lindenwood Tight End Clint Sigg
December 30, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBRyan Roberts talks with 2021 College Gridiron Showcase participant, Lindenwood Tight End Clint Sigg
FCS and NFL Draft Prospects Crossover: Top FCS Prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft
December 28, 2021 02:03 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBJoe DeLeone and Sean Anderson are joined by Ryan Roberts for a crossover episode between the FCS Football and NFL Draft Prospects Podcast. They discuss guys like Trevor Penning, Pierre Strong Jr., Chris Oladokun, Troy Andersen, Cole Kelley, Eric Barriere, and more
College Gridiron Showcase Interview: Rice Defensive Tackle Elijah Garcia
December 23, 2021 05:09 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MBRyan Roberts spoke with 2022 College Gridiron Showcase participant Elijah Garcia
NFL Draft Christmas Lists for Fringe Playoff Teams
December 20, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBJoe DeLeone, Ryan Roberts, and Alex Gilstrap dish out what 6 fringe playoff teams should be asking for Christmas. They discuss 2022 NFL Draft fits for the Cleveland Browns, the Indianapolis Colts, the Washington Football Team, the Philadelphia Eagles, the Miami Dolphins, and Minnesota Vikings
Surprising Early Declarations and Returning Players in the 2022 NFL Draft
December 16, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBRyan Roberts and Joe DeLeone are joined by Corey Kinnan to discuss the players in the 2022 NFL Draft class who have declared and decided to return, including conversations on Hendon Hooker, the QB transfer portal madness with Bo Nix and Spencer Rattler, and more...
College Gridiron Showcase Interview: Central Methodist DE Will Miles
December 15, 2021 05:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBRyan Roberts talks with Central Methodist DE Will Miles for this week's College Gridiron Showcase Interview
Boston College Offensive Lineman Christian Mahogany
December 14, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBRyan Roberts talks with Boston College Offensive Lineman Christian Mahogany
College Gridiron Showcase Interview: Lindenwood DB Grady Daniels
December 09, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBRyan Roberts talks with College Gridiron Showcase participant Grady Daniels
Tulsa Offensive Lineman Chris Paul
December 07, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBFordham Offensive Lineman Nick Zakelj
December 02, 2021 04:46 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBRyan Roberts talks with 2022 Senior Bowl Participant and NFL Draft prospect, Fordham Offensive Lineman Nick Zakelj
Takeaways from big names headed to the 2022 Senior Bowl
November 30, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBJoe DeLeone, Alex Gilstrap, and Ryan Roberts share thoughts on 2022 Senior Bowl participants Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis, Desmond Ridder, Myjai Sanders, Jahan Dotson, Darian Kinnard, and more
Fayetteville State DB Joshua Williams
November 26, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBRyan Roberts talks with NFL Draft Prospects, and Senior Bowl participant Fayetteville State DB Joshua Williams
How many QBs in Round 1, who will be the first WR draft, and more 2022 NFL Draft Questions
November 23, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBJoe DeLeone, Ryan Roberts, and Alex Gilstrap answer questions for the 2022 NFL Draft about how many quarterbacks will go in round 1, who will be the first WR off the board, who is safety #2 after Kyle Hamilton, and more...
Impressions from early Senior Bowl invites
November 18, 2021 19:28 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MBJoe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts discuss the early group of 2022 NFL Draft prospects that accepted invites to the Reese's Senior Bowl
Central Michigan Offensive Tackle Luke Goedeke
November 16, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBRyan Roberts talks with Central Michigan Offensive Tackle Luke Goedeke