LIVE from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Bucky Brooks breaks down the biggest takeaways from Day 1 workouts, spotlighting the defensive linemen and linebackers who are rising up draft boards.
This year’s class is loaded in the trenches, especially at edge rusher and defensive tackle, and teams looking to build through the front seven are in great shape. Bucky emphasizes how the Combine validates what shows up on tape: explosiveness, length, bend, and positional versatility.

• 00:00:00 - Day 1 Front Seven Overview
• 00:01:21 - Caleb Banks (DT, Florida)
• 00:03:55 - Arvell Reese (Edge, Ohio State)
• 00:07:37 - David Bailey (Edge, Texas Tech)
• 00:09:51 - Cashius Howell (Edge, Texas A&M)
• 00:12:18 - TJ Parker (Edge, Clemson)
• 00:13:42 - Malachi Lawrence (Edge, UCF)
• 00:15:59 - Sonny Styles (LB, Ohio State)
• 00:18:13 - Anthony Hill Jr. (LB, Texas)
• 00:19:37 - Jacob Rodriguez (LB, Texas Tech)
• 00:21:41 - Jake Gold (LB, Cincinnati)
• 00:23:00 - Day 2 Preview & Wrap-up

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Bucky Brooks is joined by former Ohio State linebacker and NBC Sports analyst Joshua Perry to break down top NFL Draft prospects. The conversation centers on quarterback Fernando Mendoza, debating whether he’s a true franchise-changing talent or more of a system-dependent game manager who thrives in a run-heavy offense. They discuss the importance of fit, personality, and how Mendoza’s game translates to the NFL.

The duo also dives into Ohio State standouts, including linebackers Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles, , and safety Caleb Downs, praised for his football IQ and leadership. Wide receiver Carnell Tate is projected as a future impact player, though likely starting as a No. 2 option in the NFL.

They also touch on Michigan edge rusher Derrick Moore’s power-based pass rush concerns and Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson as an explosive, under-the-radar playmaker with home-run ability.

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We break down the surprise news that the Tennessee Titans have hired Robert Saleh, the former Jets head coach and 49ers defensive coordinator, to lead the franchise. With a 20-36 record in New York, the headline instinct might be skepticism. In this instant reaction episode, we examine what Saleh brings to the table beyond the win-loss column: leadership, a modern defensive framework, and a track record of building culture and accountability. We’ll weigh how his strengths could fit the Titans’ roster and long-term plan, where the risks lie, and what concrete progress would look like in year one and beyond.

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