Drive to the Draft

Drive to the Draft

Expert Draft Analyst and Former NFL Tight End Logan Paulsen takes you through the entire NFL Draft process with in-depth evaluations, live coverage from the Shrine Bowl, Senior Bowl, Combine, and Draft Night including exclusive interviews with nationally recognized scouting experts and other former NFL players.

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March 30, 2026 41 mins
"The Draft Guru" aka "The King of the Draft" aka Fred Smoot joins the guys to take part in the 3rd Annual Guaranteed Ballers Draft. Who do the guys think are guaranteed to be stars in the 2026 NFL Draft?   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson       Guest: Fred Smoot   Producer: Jason Johnson       The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ...

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The guys discuss the new and innovative direction that defenses are moving in the modern NFL and how linebackers and safeties are becoming the lynchpin to championship success. Then, they give their personal top12 rankings including a major debate on who should be higher: Sonny Styles or Caleb Downs!? Then, they have a 3-Round mock draft where the Commanders trade back into the 2nd round...who is the super-star they draft that ever...

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The guys debate on who the top 10 tight ends are  in this years NFL Draft class. Then, it's a 3-round mock draft and this time the Commanders trade their #7 pick. Who could come to D.C. with a new slew of mid-round selections?    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Producer: Jason Johnson     The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the ...

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The guys discuss what makes evaluating cornerbacks so uniquely difficult. Then, they debate over their top 10 cornerbacks teams should target in the upcoming NFL Draft. Next, Senior Commanders writer Zach Selby joins the crew to have a 3-Round mock draft for the Commanders...and they do it twice! What happens if Washington goes offense or defense at pick #7?   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Guests: Zach Selby   Producer: J...

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The guys recap the entire 2026 NFL Combine. They look at the standout offensive line play and who passed the eye test. Then, Logan has some prospects who make him shout "take me to the tape!" Next, the guys discuss all the options the Commanders have at #7 and debate the likelihood of GM Adam Peters trading up...   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Producer: Jason Johnson     The views and opinions expressed by our analysts a...

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The guys discuss day three of the 2026 NFL Combine. Ty Simpson may have found his way into the 7th overall pick, but who would trade up with Washington to grab the young QB? Then, it's a complete in-depth evaluation of all the WRs including the inevitability of Carnell Tate, the supposed drop of Makai Lemon, and if KC Concepcion is hot or cold. Next, they marvel at Jeremiyah Love and debate if positional value matters anymore when ...

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The guys talk the record breaking speed from Kenyon Sadiq, Eli Stowers, and the tight ends at the 2026 NFL Combine. Then, they debate Caleb Downs and if his football IQ makes his 40-time irrelevant. Next, they pick through the cornerbacks to find the hidden games who started to shine in the drill work.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are...

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The guys breakdown the first explosive night at the 2026 NFL Combine. They marvel at the Ohio State takeover by Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles. Then, is the pure "linebacker" position a dying idea in the evolution of modern NFL defense? Next, how possible it is that 2 LBs could be taken in the top 5!? Plus, they converse over David Bailey and how he flew in the 40 and up peoples boards. Finally, did Rueben Bain Jr.'s arm length rais...

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The guys discuss what really matters at the NFL Combine, debate the importance of hand size, and if 40-times really matter. Then, they breakdown who they think are the top 5 prospects at the defensive tackle position.    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Co...

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The guys rank and review their top 13 offensive linemen in this years 2026 NFL Draft. Then, they debate on when a team should feel comfortable drafting for luxury. Plus, they review some players that they were wrong about at the beginning of the scouting process.    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson       Producer: Jason Johnson       The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessari...

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The guys rank and review their top ten wide receivers in this years 2026 NFL Draft. They debate Carnell Tate and if Ohio State is WRU. Then, they discuss how GMs assign draft values to prospects and positions.      Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Producer: Jason Johnson     The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Comm...

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The guys rank and review their top ten edge rushers in this years 2026 NFL Draft. They debate Arvell Reese and if he is a top-tier prospect, should age be a factor in dropping a prospect several rounds, and who is the hidden star that no one is talking about? Next, they do a mock draft for the Commanders at #7 before discussing the impossible decision of "best player available" vs "team needs."     Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johns...

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Logan and Jason discuss who the top-tier prospects after the last day of Senior Bowl practices. They talk about who had their stock skyrocket, who raised some eyebrows, and who left something to be desired. Then, they discuss the importance of draft capitol and assigning a market value to each and every pick. Plus, NFL Draft Nerd Jeremy Greene stops by for a surprise visit with his analytics expert Bill Workman leading to a spirite...

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Trevor Sikkema (PFF) and Jeremy Greene (NFL Draft Nerd) join the show to talk about the winners and losers at the Senior Bowl (so far). Then, they debate on what the Commanders can do with the #7 selection in the upcoming NFL Draft. Plus, Logan and Jason discuss what being and NFL GM might really be like during the scouting process.    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson       Guests: Trevor Sikkema, Jeremy Greene     Producer: Jas...

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Logan Paulsen is joined by the 'NFL Draft Nerd' Jeremy Greene to recap the Shrine Bowl, preview the upcoming Senior Bowl, and have a debate over who is right or wrong with their takes on Fernando Mendoza, how many WRs are really worth a top-10 selection, and if Jayden Daniels was the best QB in his draft class over Caleb Williams and Drake Maye?    Prospects Discussed:  Wesley Williams, Landon Robinson, James Thompson Jr., Kaleb Pr...

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The guys talk about the first day of practice for the college all-star Shrine Bowl. Who made immediate impressions, who could become an important roster piece, and who could fall out of the draft all-together?    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the Washington Commanders...

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The guys discuss the importance of the Shrine Bowl and Senior Bowl in the Draft process.  Plus, they debate if the middle rounds are where the draft is won or lost. Then, they breakdown their favorite Shrine Bowl participants including "prove it" or "show me" prospects.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   Prospects Discussed: Ethan Burke, Dillon Bell, Diego Pounds, Romand Hemby, Malachi Lawrence, Nayja...

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Mock Drafts are coming in fast and furious!  The guys breakdown who Field Yates, Todd McShay, Danny Kelly, Nate Tice, Mike Renner and Trevor Sikkema think will be the Commanders first-round selection. Then, Logan destroys the biggest LIE that everyone believes about the draft process! Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson Producer: Jason Johnson Prospects Discussed: Keldrick Faulk, David Bailey, Rueben Bain Jr., Caleb Downs, Carnell ...

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The guys discuss Logan's process and how you can learn to evaluate prospects like a seasoned NFL scout. Then, they give their TOP 5 rules to follow to be effective and efficient with your scouting reports. Next, they discuss the value between selecting #5 or #7 overall in the upcoming 2026 NLF Draft!   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are t...

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The 2025 NFL Draft is over and the Washington Commanders made a big splash with some big undrafted free agents. The guys breakdown each one that signed here in Washington and discuss how they can make an impact on the team this season. Plus, they discuss Gabe Taylor and his invite to mini-camp. 

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