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The McShay Show

The McShay Show

Longtime NFL draft and college football analyst Todd McShay brings you inside his unique world as an NFL talent evaluator. From the college football season through draft night, Todd and his cohost, Steve Muench, track the top prospects, share insider intel, and break down their latest mock drafts.New episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday as they prepare you for the NFL draft with in-depth analysis, player evaluations, and the latest buzz from around the NFL. Don’t miss special livestream coverage during the NFL draft, plus Saturday game day reaction shows throughout the college football season. For even more draft coverage, check out The McShay NFL Draft Room—your go-to draft guide database featuring Todd’s Big Board, detailed player reports, mock drafts, and more: https://www.theringer.com/todd-mcshayFor Todd's full mock drafts and exclusive insights, subscribe to The McShay Report newsletter: https://mcshay-report.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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Rough Draft: Top 150 Prospect Previews for Miami–Notre Dame, Georgia–Ole Miss, BYU–Utah, Alabama–LSU, and More Week 10 Matchups

Week 10 brings a loaded slate of ranked matchups, and Todd and Steve are breaking down the NFL draft prospects they’ll be watching most closely. The guys preview seven marquee ranked-on-ranked games, and highlight which prospects have the most to gain and the matchups that could reveal the most about their NFL potential. To close, they make their FanDuel picks of the week. Check out Todd’s working top-50 big board in The McShay Report. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:04) Week 10 Rough Draft(02:43) Prospect watch: (9) BYU vs. (3) Utah(10:25) Prospect watch: (7) Texas vs. (18) Missouri(19:05) Prospect watch: (5) Alabama vs. (14) LSU(30:20) Prospect watch: (23) Oregon vs. (12) Ohio State(37:35) Prospect watch: (6) Kentucky vs. (13) Tennessee(43:28) Prospect watch: (1) Miami vs. (11) Notre Dame(56:14) Prospect watch: (2) Georgia vs. (10) Ole Miss(1:05:45) Week 10 CFB Picks Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/MCSHAY The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-11-05
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CFP Rankings Instant Reactions: Notre Dame on Notice, Overrated Indiana, SEC Musical Chairs, and More. Plus, Drafting Week 10 Games. 

The first College Football Playoff rankings are here, and Todd and Steve are reacting to the committee’s biggest decisions. The guys discuss Notre Dame’s playoff outlook, why Indiana might be overrated, and how the SEC rankings could create a domino effect down the stretch. Plus, they draft the best games on the Week 10 slate and share two tape truths ahead of the big weekend in college football. Check out Todd’s working top-50 big board in The McShay Report. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:12) CFP Rankings Instant Reactions (27:03) Breaking down the projected CFP bracket(33:42) Drafting the top week 10 matchups(44:13) Week 10 Tape Truths(44:25) CJ Carr has a huge opportunity vs. Miami(50:00) Lane Kiffin needs to protect Sam Leavitt from himself Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-11-04
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Week 9 Reactions: USC Stuns Ohio State, Miami Survives, and Our Top 12 Rankings

Todd and Steve react to a wild Week 9 slate starting with USC's stunning 30-18 upset of Ohio State, Miami's narrow 38-35 victory over North Carolina and Indiana's overtime escape against Minnesota. Then, the guys evaluate the strength of the Big Ten and debate whether the Big 12 is closer to the SEC or the Big Ten before revealing their updated TMS top 12 rankings. To close, they return for another edition of McShay After Dark. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(03:09) Week 9 Instant Reactions(03:56) USC upsets Ohio State: 30-18(15:03) Miami holds off UNC: 38-35(26:47) Indiana survives in OT vs. Minnesota(37:43) Evaluating the Big Ten's strength(46:37) Is the Big 12 closer to the SEC or the Big Ten?(55:35) TMS Top 12(1:06:54) McShay After Dark Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-11-01
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Rough Draft: Dante Moore, QB Development, and Rankings With Dan Orlovsky

Dan Orlovsky joins Todd and Muench to break down what's next for Dante Moore and evaluate his traits as an NFL prospect. Then, they share their takeaways about whether Arch Manning is just reactive or able to diagnose the defense. They also debate which traits matter most when developing young quarterbacks and reveal their updated QB prospect rankings. Plus, the guys take a victory lap on Ty Simpson before closing the show with their Week 9 college football picks. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:23) Dan Orlovsky joins the show(01:56) Evaluating Dante Moore(09:18) Breaking down Arch Manning's struggles(14:13) Could Will Stein develop Dante Moore or Arch Manning next?(16:53) Which traits matter most for QB development?(23:00) Ranking the top QB prospects(27:20) Taking a victory lap on Ty Simpson(32:27) Week 9 CFB picks Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Dan Orlovsky and Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-29
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Week 8 Tape Truths: CFB WR Rankings, Georgia vs. the Field in the SEC, Arizona Respect, J.J. McCarthy Revisited, and More

Todd and Steve are back with another edition of Tape Truths! The guys rank the top wide receivers in college football, debate Georgia vs. the field in the SEC, and explain why Arizona deserves more respect. Plus, they revisit their evaluations of J.J. McCarthy, break down the latest from Arch Manning, and more. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:16) Week 8 Tape Truths(03:05) Arizona QB Noah Fifita: 2,064 YDS, 18 TD, 4 INT(11:10) What has changed with Arch Manning?(36:51) Georgia or the SEC field?(47:25) TMS Top 10: Wide Receivers Ranked(1:11:30) Scouting Receipts: evaluating J.J. McCarthy Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-26
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Week 8 Reactions: Texas Survives! Which Two-Loss Teams Are Contenders?

Todd and Steve react to a wild Week 8, starting with Texas' 34-27 victory over Ole Miss and evaluating "Villain Arch" and Trinidad Chambliss becoming a fourth-quarter bogeyman. Then, the guys debate which two-loss teams are still legitimate contenders, rank the SEC's best teams and reveal their updated TMS top 12. Plus, they break down big performances from Sam Leavitt and Darian Mensah before closing the show with McShay After Dark. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:19) Week 8 instant reactions(05:06) Texas defeats Ole Miss: 34-27(29:28) Evaluating the strongest two-loss teams(41:13) Ranking the SEC(49:24) TMS top 12(1:00:35) Sam Leavitt: 387 Pass Yards, 4 TDs(1:02:38) Darian Mensah: 387 Pass Yards, 4 TDs(1:07:50) McShay after dark Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-25
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Rough Draft: Midseason Risers, Position Power Rankings, and Week 8 CFB Picks

Todd and Steve spotlight their biggest midseason risers, including Tennessee's Xavier Gilliam, Oklahoma State's Drew Mestemaker, Georgia's Chris Cole, Utah's Zereoue Williams, and Arizona State's Reed Harris. Then, the guys discuss what they still need to see from South Carolina's Jacarrius Peak and Clemson's Sammy Brown before revealing their position power rankings, breaking down the strength of the offensive tackle, quarterback, interior defensive line, safety, and wide receiver classes. To close, they make their picks for Week 8 of the college football season. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:18) Rough Draft: Midseason risers(02:51) Xavier Gilliam, Tennessee IDL(05:18) Drew Mestemaker, Oklahoma State QB(06:30) Chris Cole, Georgia LB(10:20) Zereoue Williams, Utah OT(17:00) Reed Harris, Arizona State WR(20:34) Prospects we need to see more from(21:10) Jacarrius Peak, South Carolina OT(23:03) Sammy Brown, Clemson LB(34:37) Position power rankings(35:16) No. 5: Offensive tackles(38:20) No. 4: Quarterbacks(51:48) No. 3: Interior defensive linemen(53:54) No. 2: Safeties(56:11) No. 1: Wide receivers(59:24) Week 8 CFB picks Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-22
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Midseason Tape Truths: CFP Contenders, Superlatives, and the Best Offenses and Defenses

Todd and Steve kick things off with the latest news surrounding Arch Manning and Texas, the Colts firing GM Chris Ballard, and Jalen Hurts's blood clots. Then, the guys reveal their midseason Tape Truths by drafting the teams they expect to make the College Football Playoff and debating the cases for Miami, Georgia, Indiana, and BYU. Next, they hand out their midseason superlatives, including college football's most irreplaceable player, the best offense and defense, coach of the year, and which coordinators could be next in line for a head coaching job. To close, they explain their takes on the proposed 24-team CFP expansion. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:12) Latest news on Arch Manning and Texas(10:34) Colts fire GM Chris Ballard(13:28) Reacting to the Jalen Hurts blood clot injury news(17:55) Midseason Tape Truths(19:15) Drafting the top teams we expect to be in the CFP(24:22) Making the CFP case for Miami, Georgia, Indiana, and BYU(32:43) Midseason superlatives(34:16) College football’s most irreplaceable player(38:45) The future HC: Which coordinators are next up?(47:51) The best offense(52:57) The best defense(58:55) Midseason coach of the year(1:04:23) Enough already: 24-team CFP expansion Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-19
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Week 7 Reactions: Five Top-Seven Teams Fall! Plus, Arch’s Texas Future, Sayin’s Injury Fallout, and Believing in BYU.

It was one of the wildest Saturdays in college football history, as five top-seven teams went down in Week 7. Todd and Steve are here to make sense of the chaos and re-stack their top 12 heading into Week 8. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.  (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:13) The Greatest Saturday in College Football History(04:55) Miami survives in 2OT vs. Florida State(10:40) Ohio State defeats Indiana 19-15(26:15) Georgia falls to unranked Auburn(41:10) Ole Miss defeats Missouri 31-3(49:45) Tennessee lights up Alabama 26-10(59:45) BYU stuns Notre Dame 28-24(1:18:37) Chesney's got UCLA 6-0(1:23:36) Will Stein's commanding Kentucky(1:29:26) Teams outside of the Top 12(1:31:57) Who's to blame for Texas losing again? Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-18
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Rough Draft: Mestemaker's Momentum! Week 7 QB Rankings, Advanced Scouting, and CFB Picks.

Todd and Steve kick things off by evaluating Oklahoma State QB Drew Mestemaker's growing momentum, asking where he ranks among the top QB prospects. Then, a closer look at Missouri QB Austin Simmons before revealing their latest quarterback prospect rankings heading into Week 7 of the college football season. Plus, the guys spotlight two intriguing prospects in LSU offensive tackle Jordan Seaton and Tennessee defensive lineman Xavier Gilliam, before cross-checking their scouting notes on Penn State cornerback Audavion Collins and BYU linebacker Cade Uluave. To close, they make their picks for Week 7 of the college football season. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.  (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:25) Rough Draft Week 7(08:00) Evaluating Austin Simmons, Missouri QB(19:15) Evaluating Drew Mestemaker, Oklahoma State QB(40:29) Week 7 QB Prospect Rankings(46:13) Advanced Scouting(46:37) Jordan Seaton, LSU OT(49:17) Xavier Gilliam, Tennessee IDL(55:13) Cross-checking prospects(55:35) Audavion Collins, Penn State CB(58:15) Cade Uluave, BYU LB(1:03:07) Week 7 CFB picks Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-15
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Week 6 Tape Truths: Arch Manning Honesty. Plus, BYU–Notre Dame, Indiana WRs, the 10 Most Important Games of the Second Half, and More.

Todd and Steve preview this weekend’s showdown between BYU and Notre Dame before taking an honest look at Arch Manning’s development. Then, the guys debate Jeremiah Smith vs. Indiana’s talented wide receiver corps and identify the 10 most important games remaining on the college football schedule. To close, they revisit the old scouting reports with another edition of Rookie Receipts. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.  (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (02:12) Week 6 Tape Truths(02:40) BYU's Offense is a house of smoke and mirrors(08:35) The biggest issues with Arch Manning(45:06) Rather have Jeremiah Smith or Charlie Becker AND Nick Marsh?(53:55) TMS Top 10: Drafting the Biggest Games Left This Season(1:14:00) Scouting Receipts Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-13
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Week 6 Reactions: Georgia Tops Alabama, Texas Trust Issues, Indiana’s Playoff Case, UCLA’s Rise, and More

Todd and Steve react to a wild Week 6 of college football, starting with Georgia’s win over Alabama and what it means for each team. Then, the guys discuss their lingering trust issues with Texas, Indiana, and Oregon, and break down UCLA’s surprising rise. Plus, more takeaways from Saturday’s biggest games and another edition of McShay After Dark. Check out the guys’ Top 50 Big Board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay. Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchEditor: Oscar De La LuzProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-11
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Rough Draft: FLASH MOCK! Plus, Advanced Scouting, Prospect Cross-Check, and Week 6 CFB Picks.

We’re a quarter of the way through the NFL season, which means it’s time for a FLASH MOCK! Todd and Steve go through the first 12 picks and project what would happen if the 2027 NFL draft took place today, starting with a difficult decision for Nick Caserio and the Houston Texans at no. 1. Then, the guys spotlight some highly graded prospects who are facing revealing tests this weekend and cross-check their notes on a few under-the-radar players. To close, they make their picks for Week 6 of the college football season. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(03:42) FLASH MOCK! Top 5 Picks(05:51) Texans options with the #1 pick(16:53) Titans drafting the #2 pick(23:14) Would the Bucs trade or draft at #3?(27:37) Chargers draft options with #4(30:00) QB or best available for the Dolphins at #5?(33:39) Projecting picks 6-12(45:19)  Advanced Scouting(45:48) Nico Iamaleava vs. Oregon(50:25) Devan Thompkins vs. Georgia(59:20) Cross-checking Prospects(1:00:36) Melvin Siani OT, Texas(1:03:14) Junior Sherrill WR, Vanderbilt(1:07:42) Week 6 CFB Picks Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/MCSHAY The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-08
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Week 5 Tape Truths: SEC QB Rankings, Georgia’s Defense, Rookie Receipts, and More

Todd and Steve go back to the tape after Week 5 to reassess the SEC quarterback hierarchy, break down what they’re seeing from Georgia’s and Oklahoma's defenses, and identify the prospects who helped their stock over the weekend. Then, they check back in on the 2026 NFL draft class with another edition of Rookie Receipts. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(03:16) Week 5 Tape Truths(03:49) Oklahoma's defense is a bigger problem than John Mateer(10:03) Georgia's defense is becoming one of the top in the country(28:49) TMS Top 10: SEC QBs Ranked(44:02) Who ya takin'?(44:54) Upset special: (10) LSU vs. Kentucky (49:07) Upset special: (21) UCLA vs. (13) Oregon(57:06) Scouting Receipts(58:55) Jacob Rodriguez: 21 TACKLES, 25 AST, 1 INT(1:01:30) Gabe Jacas: 7 TACKLES, 1.5 SACKS, 1 INT(1:05:00) Bryce Young: 1,268 YDS, TD 9, INT 2 Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-05
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Week 5 Reactions: Another Bama Beatdown, TMS Power Rankings, CFP Buy or Sell, and Jeremiah Smith As the All-Time WR1

Todd and Steve react to a loaded Week 5 slate, starting with the biggest question in college football: Can anyone beat Alabama? Then, they debate whether Jeremiah Smith is the best wide receiver prospect they’ve ever evaluated, reveal their top five power rankings, and play CFP Buy or Sell. And as they do every Saturday, the guys close the night with another edition of McShay After Dark.Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:15) Week 5 Instant Reactions(02:06) Is Alabama the best team in the country?(12:48) Takeaways from Miami, Notre Dame, and Ohio State(20:01) Jeremiah Smith is the best WR in CFB history(24:32) C.J. Carr is a surgeon(34:35) Evaluating Miami's first test(37:48) TMS Top 12 Rankings(48:45) CFP Buy or Sell(57:52) Week 5 QB Prospect Rankings(59:45) Greg Johnson, OL Minnesota(1:01:14) Gio Lopez, QB Wake Forest(1:03:36) Enough Already(1:07:27) Last Call Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-04
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Rough Draft: Our Top 10 Prospects, Plus Where Would Kamario Taylor Rank?

Todd and Steve share their latest top 10 Big Board rankings and discuss why Jeremiah Smith and Leonard Moore are the clear top two prospects, plus which players have boosted their stock enough to break into the top 10. Then, they ask where Kamario Taylor would rank if he were eligible for the 2027 NFL draft, and which prospects just missed the cut.Next, the guys share their scouting on J.J. McCarthy following his trade to the Giants, and Jalon Daniels ahead of his first NFL start. Plus, they preview Week 5 in college football and share their favorite picks.Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:20) Quarter Poll: Top 10 Big Board(05:48) Jeremiah Smith is the clear no. 1 overall prospect(09:23) Leonard Moore is flying under the radar(11:13) Evaluating the rest of the top 10 prospects(22:00) Where does Dylan Stewart land?(26:52) Where would Kamario Taylor rank in the 2027 draft class?(35:13) Top 10 prospects OLI: Baugh, Lauck, Green, and Carr(41:34) Scouting J.J. McCarthy(50:20) Scouting Jalon Daniels(54:52) Week 5 CFB picks Get backed by the AT&T Guarantee Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-10-01
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Week 4 Tape Truths: Baugh’s Rise, Stewart’s Slide, the Best Defenses in CFB, and Rookie Receipts

Todd and Steve are back with their Week 4 Tape Truths, starting with Jadan Baugh’s emergence as a potential top-10 pick and growing concerns about Dylan Stewart’s place among the elite prospects in the 2027 class. They also preview Julian Sayin’s upcoming test against Iowa, discuss Ole Miss’s run defense, debate Georgia vs. Texas, and break down Kamario Taylor vs. Keelon Russell. Plus, Todd evaluates the development of Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter and Georgia linebacker Chris Cole before checking the receipts on rookies Max Iheanachor and Kenyon Sadiq. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:05) Week 4 Tape Truths(02:35) Expectations for Julian Sayin vs. Iowa's defense(08:23) Jadan Baugh is becoming a top-10 pick(24:55) Worried about the Ole Miss run defense(31:03) Dylan Stewart is falling out of the elite prospect class(52:27) Better Defense: Georgia or Texas?(1:00:33) Kamario Taylor vs. Keelon Russell(1:10:50) Evaluating Arion Carter, Tennessee LB(1:16:10) Evaluating Chris Cole, Georgia LB(1:24:25) NFL Rookie Receipts: Max Iheanachor(1:30:40) NFL Rookie Receipts: Kenyon Sadiq Score big with Dr Pepper Tic Tac. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-28
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Ranked-Game Roundup, Prospect Pass-Fail, 2027 QB Letdowns, and McShay After Dark

Todd and Steve break down the biggest ranked games of the weekend, put top 2027 NFL draft prospects through a pass-fail test, and examine the disappointing performances from some of the class’s most highly touted quarterbacks. The guys close the show with another edition of McShay After Dark.Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:52) Week 4 Instant Reactions(20:53) Saturday Night Survivor(22:56) Michigan will still make the CFP(27:12) The 2027 QB Class is Overrated (37:10) Ryan Grubb's Alabama Offense is dangerous(39:45) The SEC deserves to have 6 teams in the CFP(52:43) Prospect Grades: Pass, Fail or Incomplete(53:10) Colin Simmons nearly had 7 sacks today(56:13) Jadan Baugh: 142 Rush, 3 TD(1:04:15) Jayden Maiava: 326 Pass, 2 TD, 1 INT(1:06:20) Trevor Lauck, Iowa OT(1:09:55) Jamari Johnson: 7 Rec, 119 Yards(1:10:55) McShay After Dark Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-27
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QB Stock Watch and Previewing the Biggest Week 4 Matchups and Prospects to Know

Rough Draft is back! Todd and Steve share their latest QB stock rankings and the potential impacts from the biggest games of this week. They dive into (20) Oregon's Dante Moore vs. (12) USC's Jayden Maiava, (10) LSU's Sam Leavitt vs. (23) Texas A&M's Marcel Reed, and which QB has the most to lose this week between Arch Manning, LaNorris Sellers, and Nico Iamaleava. Plus, they reveal some of their advanced scouting on Austin Simmons and Kamario Taylor and discuss other under-the-radar position players to watch in Week 4.Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:08) Rough Draft: QB stock watch(03:25) Dante Moore vs. Jayden Maiava(08:25) Sam Leavitt vs. Marcel Reed(13:10) Most to lose: Arch, LaNorris, or Nico?(26:30) John Mateer vs. Gunner Stockton(36:27) Advanced scouting: Austin Simmons and Kamario Taylor(47:10) Top prospects to watch this weekend in ranked games(1:12:21) Under-the-radar prospect introductions(1:18:37) CFB Week 4 picks Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-24
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Moore’s Tape, Mateer’s Decline, SEC Playoff Long Shots, and Rookie Receipts

Todd and Steve go back to the tape from Week 3 and share their biggest scouting takeaways, starting with Michigan’s dominant defensive line, why Dante Moore still looks like the best passer in college football, USC’s defensive problems, and what the tape says about John Mateer. Plus, which SEC team is making a real CFP push, Faizon Brandon vs. Jared Curtis, stock checks on Princewill Umanmielen and Emmanuel Oyebadejo, and NFL rookie receipts.Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:09) Week 3 Tape Truths(04:40) Michigan's d-line is one of the best in the country(09:15) Dante Moore is still the best passer in CFB(15:28) USC's defense is a liability(18:00) This is John Mateer(23:46) Which SEC team is crashing into the CFP? (33:30) Better Freshman QB: Faizon Brandon or Jared Curtis?(37:27) How far has he moved: Princewill Umanmielen(40:55) How far has he moved: Emmanuel Oyebadejo(46:43) Receipts: Browns WR Denzel Boston(52:50) Receipts: Bengals OT Amarius Mims  Score big with Dr Pepper Tic Tac. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-21
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Trinidad Takes Over, Kiffin’s Humble Pie, Super Kamario, and McShay After Dark

Todd and Steve break down Trinidad Chambliss’s statement performance against LSU, Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford, and why Kamario Taylor is becoming one of the most intriguing quarterback prospects in college football. Plus, Kewan Lacy runs wild, Sam Leavitt shows his toughness, and the return of McShay After Dark!Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:51) (8) Ole Miss Defeats (7) LSU: 32-24(12:32) Could Trinidad Chambliss become QB1?(22:27) Takeaways from Sam Leavitt's performance(31:55) The Saturday Exchange(35:47) Should LaNorris Sellers return to CFB next season?(38:15) Jadan Baugh is RB1(40:48) Kentucky could upset more ranked opponents(46:39) McShay After Dark: Last Call(50:40) Kamario Taylor will be the 2028 #1 overall pick Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-20
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The Inaugural September Mock Draft: Muench’s Red Lines and Top-10 Dominoes

Todd unveils his inaugural September mock for the 2027 class, breaking down the biggest decisions inside the top 10 and the picks that could reshape the entire first round. Then, Muench takes out his red pen to make his edits. Check out the guys’ top 50 big board and Todd’s mock draft at TheRinger.com/McShay. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(03:09) The September Mock Revealed(20:17) Beat The Mock(27:47) Redlining The September Mock(36:05) Big Game Breakdown: Ole Miss vs. LSU(47:25) Week 3 CFB Picks The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-17
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Our 2027 Big Board, NFL Week 1 Rookie Reactions, and the SEC Is BACK! Plus, Are Oregon and Oklahoma Cooked?

Todd and Steve put their first 2027 NFL draft top 50 under the microscope, debating which prospects they’re willing to fight for, which quarterbacks could go ahead of Jeremiah Smith, and who outside the top 10 could crash the top five. Plus, they diagnose Oregon and Oklahoma, ask whether the SEC is back, and reassess the 2026 rookie class after Week 1. Check out Todd and Steve’s top 50 Big Board at TheRinger.com/McShay. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:51) Top 50 Prospects Revealed(04:15) Prospect you're willing to fight for(09:38) Preseason favorites that have us scared after week 2(16:58) #1 Overall Pick: Jeremiah Smith or the QB field?(25:44) Prospect most likely to finish inside the Top 5(29:22) Top 50 prospects that missed the cut(34:22) Is Oregon this year's Clemson?(46:40) Is it a Mateer problem or OU offense problem?(58:41) Is the SEC back?!(1:04:04) NFL debut takeaways(1:05:39) Best Defensive Rookie: Sonny Styles, David Bailey, or the field?(1:10:04) Worried about Rueben Bain Jr.?(1:13:07) Caleb Douglas: 5 REC, 94 YDS(1:14:56) Francis Mauigoa: 36 pass-blocking snaps, 0 pressures(1:17:28) Jadarian Price: 52 YDS, 2 REC(1:19:41) Antonio Williams: 4 REC, 64 YDS, 1 TD The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-14
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Manning's Moment, Oregon's Fall, More Michigan Magic, and Other Week 2 Reactions

Todd and Steve break down the biggest story lines in Week 2 of college football, from Arch Manning’s performance in a comeback thriller over Ohio State to Oregon’s stumble and Michigan's win over Oklahoma. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (01:25) (5) Texas defeats (1) Ohio State: 24-23 (08:45) Arch's 2nd Half: 18/27, 171 YDS, 1 TD (15:35) Jeremiah Smith's monster first half: 6 REC, 110 YDS, 1 TD (21:53) Takeaways from Texas' comeback win over Ohio State: 24-23 (35:39) (6) Oregon's collapse vs. Oklahoma State (51:15) Todd's last call: QB1 is WIDE OPEN (56:15) (11) Oklahoma falls to Michigan (1:05:49) More Week 2 Takeaways Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-13
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Ohio State vs. Texas Preview, Prospects Who Grabbed Our Attention, and NFL Rookie Watch

Todd and Muench preview (1) Ohio State vs. (5) Texas, give a scouting breakdown of Arch Manning vs. Julian Sayin, and go through the biggest positional battles and the coaching matchup between Ryan Day and Steve Sarkisian. Then, they make their Week 2 college football picks and break down four prospects who grabbed their attention. Finally, Todd and Muench turn to the NFL for their Week 1 rookie watch and make their Rookie of the Year predictions.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:41) Previewing (1) Ohio State vs. (5) Texas(3:10) Scouting Arch Manning vs. Julian Sayin(10:44) Evaluating the positional battles(25:23) Ryan Day vs. Steve Sarkisian(33:39) Week 2 CFB picks(44:03) Four prospects who grabbed our attention(55:08) Week 1 NFL rookie watch(1:03:15) Rookie of the Year predictions Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/MCSHAY The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-10
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Buying Chambliss, Selling Ole Miss in the Top 10, Holding Carr, and More CFB Sunday Reactions

Todd and Steve break down the Sunday of college football, starting with Trinidad Chambliss and Ole Miss surviving a scare against Louisville. They also dig into CJ Carr’s showing against Wisconsin and share notes on additional prospects who stood out in both games. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (01:25) Recapping Sunday's CFB action (04:25) Ole Miss survives vs. Louisville (25:26) Takeaways from Notre Dame's win over Wisconsin (27:16) Evaluating CJ Carr The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-07
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Michigan’s “Miracle,” Kiffin’s Revenge, Dabo’s Inferno, and 2027 QB Overreactions

Todd and Steve break down Michigan’s controversial “miracle” finish, Lane Kiffin’s revenge game, and what LSU’s blowout of Clemson means for Dabo Swinney. Then they dive into the 2027 quarterback class, the biggest Week 1 overreactions, and the WR prospects who announced themselves on Saturday night.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:35) Week 1 Instant Reactions(02:47) Michigan's Miracle(10:03) LSU's Dominant Win over Clemson(20:56) Sam Leavitt's Debut(36:36) QB Prospect Takeaways(52:15) WR Prospect TakeawaysThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-06
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The SEC Sues LSU: Making Sense of the Chaos With Bruce Feldman

Bruce Feldman joins Todd and Muench to break down the latest in the battle between the SEC, LSU, and athletes trying to return to CFB from the NFL. Plus, the guys get into some of their favorite prospects off of Bruce's annual "Freaks List" and talk about which teams are being overlooked. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (01:44) Bruce Feldman joins the show (02:23) Breaking down the SEC vs. pro athletes returning to CFB (07:33) Could Lane Kiffin be punished for this? (14:47) Understanding why the SEC sued LSU (22:49) Favorite prospects on Bruce's college football "Freaks List" (32:16) Which teams are being slept on? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guests: Steve Muench and Bruce Feldman Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-03
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Ranking Week 1 CFB Matchups, a 2023 NFL Re-Draft, QB Start-Bench-Cut, and Debuting First Tape

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, Todd and Steve are drafting their favorite games from a loaded Week 1 college football slate. Then, they’re playing start-bench-cut with Darian Mensah, Jayden Maiava, and John Mateer. To close, they’re sharing which prospects they expect to see on tape and re-drafting the top 10 of the 2023 NFL draft with three seasons of hindsight. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (02:28) Drafting our favorite week 1 matchups (15:54) Friday Night's Assignment: Mensah, Mateer and Maiava (24:53) First Tape (51:57) Redrafting the 2023 NFL Draft (1:11:58) Week 1 CFB Picks Get 20% off any home warranty at https://ahs.com/McShay The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-09-03
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Todd’s CFB Power Rankings: Is Muench Buying the Hype or Calling BS?

It’s that time of year. On the eve of Week 1 in college football, Todd’s debuting his top 10 teams, and Muench has his red pen ready. Come for the Miami hype, stay for the heated LSU debate. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (04:24) 2026 CFB Power Rankings (06:58) Convince Me I'm Wrong (19:08) The One Thing (35:21) Buy or BS? (46:13) Plant Your Flag (52:11) Check out The McShay Report Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-08-31
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The 17 Players We Think Could Go No. 1 in the 2027 NFL Draft

At this time last year, no one would have predicted that Fernando Mendoza would go no. 1 overall. So how many players are reasonably in play for the first pick in next year’s draft? Todd and Steve turn their keys on every potential candidate. Then, the guys share some of their favorite preseason FanDuel picks. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (02:16) How many prospects could actually become the #1 overall pick? (06:23) Top Contenders to be drafted #1 (13:20) Reasonable Possibilities (28:21) Fringe Cases (36:08) Longshot Prospects (44:54) Hail Mary Prospects (53:08) Our Favorite CFB Futures Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-08-28
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Stanford GM Andrew Luck on Life After Football, Harbaugh Stories, 2027 QB Advice, and More

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Todd and Steve open by reacting to the news that the Big Ten and SEC voted to ban NFL players from returning to college after signing professional contracts. Then, they’re joined by Stanford GM and former no. 1 pick Andrew Luck to talk about life after football, his favorite Jim Harbaugh story, the best college QB of all time, his advice for 2027 draft prospects, and more.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:45) CFB Conferences Ban NFL Players from Returning(10:15) Who's actually making the final decisions?(27:20) Andrew Luck joins the show!(28:03) Favorite Coach Harbaugh Memories(29:55) Andrew Luck's Relationship with Football(34:35) Role as the GM of Stanford Football(37:45) Sharing Responsibilities with Coach Tavita Pritchard(40:13) Football and Business Lessons from Dad(43:18) Expectations for Stanford QB Davis Warren(44:43) Andrew Luck's playing career at Stanford(47:32) Developing the Stanford Football Program(49:48) Advice for Top QB Prospects(53:05) Rapid fire questions with Andrew Luck Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve Muench, Andrew LuckProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-08-26
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The 10 Most Interesting Players in College Football, and the Curious Case of Dae’Quan Wright.

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are revealing the players they’re most intrigued by to start the 2026 college football season. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (02:40) 10 Most Interesting Men in College Football (03:41) Iowa DB Zach Lutmer (09:15) Iowa WR Tony Diaz (13:13) South Carolina DB Vicari Swain (18:25) NC State RB Duke Scott (20:45) LSU TE Dae'Quan Wright (30:15) Alabama EDGE Yhonzae Pierre (35:55) Florida RB Jadan Baugh (40:20) Texas A&M EDGE Anto Saka (44:48) Miami has a ton of interesting players (48:15) Michigan OT Blake Frazier (53:00) LSU DT Deuce Geralds (55:25) Georgia OL Zykie Helton Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-08-24
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The Best Wide Receivers in College Football Not Named Jeremiah Smith

Welcome back to The McShay Show! It’s a simple formula today: The guys reveal who their top non-Jeremiah-Smith college receivers are for the 2026 season, and Todd previews his early position rankings for the 2027 NFL draft. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(03:23) Top Wide Receivers not named Jeremiah Smith(11:08) What makes Malachi Toney so special?(14:18) Evaluating Cam Coleman(19:21) Scouting Charlie Becker(23:44) Dakorien Moore's potential(27:53) KJ Duff vs. Nick Marsh(32:00) Top 10 teams are loaded with WR talent(34:25) Ranking NFL Draft Eligible Prospects Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-08-21
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Heisman Picks, Breakout Coaches, and AP Poll Takeaways With Stanford Steve

Welcome back to The McShay Show! The guys are joined by "Stanford Steve" Coughlin to discuss the preseason AP poll rankings, the head coaches who could take a Cignetti-like leap, and their favorite Heisman Trophy odds. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(00:35) Poll Reactions and Futures with Stanford Steve(3:18) Evaluating the AP Top 10 Rankings(24:08) Which coach could break through this year?(30:02) Which QB could break through this year?(34:07) 2026 CFB Futures and Picks(52:53) Which QB could win the Heisman and be drafted first? Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/MCSHAY The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuests: Steve Muench, Stanford Steve CoughlinProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-08-19
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SEC and Big Ten QB Rankings, Ty Simpson’s Debut, and More NFL Preseason Rookie Reactions

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Summer’s over, and the guys are dusting off the mics to reveal their Big Ten and SEC QB rankings. They also dip their toes into the NFL waters to (over)react to rookie preseason action, including Rams first-round pick Ty Simpson’s impressive debut. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(04:05) Ranking the Top 10 SEC QBs(19:30) Ranking the Top 10 BIG TEN QBs(31:00) Drafting the top QBs from the SEC and Big Ten(38:28) Preseason Rookie Reactions(39:22) Ty Simpson: 21/25, 190 Yards, 2 TDs(49:37) More Preseason Rookie Reactions Nintendo: Power up your play with Nintendo Switch 2. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-08-17
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Can Indiana Become a Dynasty? Plus, Scouting QB Josh Hoover.

Welcome back to The McShay Show! The guys are wrapping up the first leg of their summer scouting series by answering the following question: Can Indiana become a dynasty under Curt Cignetti? They also share their scouting report for Josh Hoover and compare his game to Fernando Mendoza’s. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (02:52) Evaluating Josh Hoover (15:39) Is Indiana becoming a Modern Dynasty? (28:47) Making the case for Indiana to repeat as Champions (35:58) Why Indiana won't repeat this season Make your rise with the MVP Bundle. Available now. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-07-20
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Demond Williams Jr. vs. Drew Mestemaker: Who’s the Better NFL Prospect?

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are concluding their Building the Board series with Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. and Oklahoma State QB Drew Mestemaker. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (01:37) Building the Board: Demond Williams Jr. vs. Drew Mestemaker (03:21) Takeaways from the tape (04:34) Demond Williams Jr.'s biggest strengths (16:15) Drew Mestemaker's biggest strengths (23:07) Offseason development needs (31:32) How will their game translate to the NFL? (39:53) Head-to-head grades Make your rise with the MVP Bundle. Available now. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-07-16
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Nico Iamaleava vs. Jayden Maiava. Plus, Our Rough Draft 2027 QB Rankings.

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are continuing their Building the Board series with UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava and USC QB Jayden Maiava. To close the show, the guys rank the 12 quarterback prospects they’ve scouted this summer. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (11:18) Building the Board: Nico Iamaleava vs. Jayden Maiava (12:38) Takeaways from the tape (18:30) Nico Iamaleava's biggest strengths (25:55) Jayden Maiava's biggest strengths (38:01) Offseason development needs (46:23) Preseason QB Rankings Make your rise with the MVP Bundle. Available now. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-07-13
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John Mateer vs. Trinidad Chambliss: Making the Case for Smaller QBs

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are continuing their Building the Board series with Oklahoma QB John Mateer and Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss. They talk through their strengths and weaknesses and share their way-too-early 2027 NFL draft grades for each prospect. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(03:26) Building the Board: Trinidad Chambliss vs. John Mateer(06:00) Takeaways from the tape(09:17) Trinidad Chambliss' biggest strengths(20:20) John Mateer's biggest strengths(31:15) Offseason development needs(42:39) How will their game translate to the NFL?(46:03) Head-to-head grades Make your rise with the MVP Bundle. Available now. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-07-09
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Sam Leavitt vs. Darian Mensah: Which QB Transfer Is the Better NFL Prospect?

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are continuing their Building the Board series with LSU QB Sam Leavitt and Miami QB Darian Mensah. Todd shares why he’s so high on Leavitt, and the guys discuss some of their favorite NFL comps for Mensah. To close, they rerack their 2027 QB boards with grades for each prospect.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:22) Building the Board: Sam Leavitt vs. Darian Mensah(04:06) Takeaways from the tape(19:31) Sam Leavitt's biggest strengths(27:20) Darian Mensah's biggest strengths(36:26) Offseason development needs(44:41) How will their game translate to the NFL?(51:49) Head-to-head gradesMake your rise with the MVP Bundle. Pre-order now.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-07-06
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CJ Carr vs. Julian Sayin: Talking Traits, NFL Comps, Ceilings, and More

Welcome back to the McShay Show! In the aftermath of CJ Carr’s impressive Manning Passing Academy showing, Todd and Steve are rewinding the game tape and handing out their preseason grades for the Notre Dame quarterback. They’re also sharing their scouting report on Ohio State’s Julian Sayin, and revealing which QB they think has a better chance of succeeding in the NFL.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(02:00) The latest on Brendan Sorsby(05:17) Addressing John Mateer's mechanics(09:13) Building the Board: CJ Carr vs. Julian Sayin(11:48) Takeaways from the tape(30:49) CJ Carr's biggest strengths(37:54) Julian Sayin's biggest strengths(48:05) Head-to-head gradesMake your rise with the MVP Bundle. Pre-order now.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-07-02
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The Manning Passing Academy: MVPs, 2027 QB Lessons, Camp Surprises, and More

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Todd’s back from his trip to the Manning Passing Academy in Thibodaux, Louisiana, and he’s sharing his big-picture takeaways from the weekend. The guys talk camp MVPs, biggest surprises, breakouts, and more. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (03:50) Recapping the Manning Passing Academy (08:20) Who was the MVP? (17:05) Evaluating Julian Sayin's development (21:48) Which players surprised you the most? (30:05) Takeaways from Arch Manning's performance (34:52) Is John Mateer too jacked?! (39:33) Under the radar QB's (45:48) Takeaways from the 2026 MPA The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-06-29
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A Brendan Sorsby Supplemental Draft PSA. Plus, Scouting LaNorris Sellers.

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Todd and Steve open the episode by reacting to the news that the NFL will not be holding a supplemental draft for quarterback Brendan Sorsby. Then, they go through their scouting reports on Sorsby and South Carolina QB LaNorris Sellers and assign preseason grades for each player. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (00:45) NFL denies Brendan Sorsby supplemental draft eligibility (17:12) Building the Board: Brendan Sorsby vs. LaNorris Sellers (20:13) Takeaways from the tape (24:13) LaNorris Sellers' biggest strengths (29:52) Brendan Sorsby's biggest strengths (34:10) Offseason development needs (42:57) How will their game translate to the NFL? (48:38) Head-to-head grades (52:28) Previewing The Manning Passing Academy The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-06-24
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Building the Board: Arch Manning vs. Dante Moore for 2027 QB1

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Todd and Steve are kicking off their summer scouting series by sharing their early impressions of Arch Manning and Dante Moore, the top two quarterbacks in the 2027 draft class. The guys talk strengths and weaknesses, whose game translates better to the NFL, which guy is in the driver’s seat for QB1, and more. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (05:00) Building the Board: Arch Manning vs. Dante Moore (07:08) Takeaways from the tape (12:33) Dante Moore's biggest strengths (19:20) Arch Manning's biggest strengths (25:20) Offseason development needs (38:00) Which QB will have the "Mendoza Moments?" (43:32) Head-to-head grades The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-06-22
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Brendan Sorsby to the NFL?! Breaking Down Every Angle With Albert Breer.

Welcome to The McShay Show! Todd, Steve, and special guest Albert Breer are back early from vacation to react to the news that Texas Tech and Brendan Sorsby have mutually parted ways. The guys break down the NFL’s supplemental draft process, discuss Sorsby’s tape, and evaluate his complicated prospect status.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(01:15) Brendan Sorsby to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft(07:00) Albert Breer joins the show(09:50) Breaking down the logistics of Sorsby entering the Supplemental Draft(25:10) Breaking down Sorsby's tape and traits(36:45) Do you trust him?(48:45) Potential landing spots for Brendan SorsbyThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuests: Steve Muench and Albert BreerProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-06-16
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Our Way-Too-Early 2027 QB Preview: The Highest Ceilings, Floors, and More

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are diving into the 2027 QB class, with a rough-draft ranking of the top 13 prospects and discussions about the highest floors, ceilings, and more. Each top QB prospect’s early-access scouting report will be available later this summer on The McShay Report. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(04:50) Way-too-Early 2027 QB Rankings(12:50) Other than Sorsby, how many QBs would you take in a supplemental draft?(20:27) Which QB has the highest ceiling?(24:35) Which QB has the highest floor?(29:25) Which QB could have the biggest rise?(34:45) Who could have the most dramatic fall? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShayGuests: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-05-28
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A 2027 Draft Primer: The Best Position Groups, Prospects, and Names to Know

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are giving an early primer on the 2027 draft class. They discuss generational prospects, the best position groups, player comps, and more. (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (00:45) 2027 Draft Primer and Summer Scouting (03:50) Top 2027 prospects you need to know(21:50) Who are the best non-QB prospects in the 2027 class?(25:55) What's the strongest offensive position group?(31:25) Is there a standout OL? (34:45) Historical comparisons for this EDGE class(37:50) Projecting this cornerback class(42:20) What's the strongest defensive position group?The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuests: Steve MuenchProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-05-25
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Mailbag! Ohio State WR Rankings, the Rams’ Plans, a Sorsby Update, and More.

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are answering listener-submitted questions from subscribers of The McShay Report.(00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show!(03:20) Dan: What's the latest on Brendan Sorsby?(08:00) Kevin: Will Sonny Styles break Washington’s curse?(11:10) Thomas: What is Sean McVay’s long-term future with the Rams?(13:40) Austin: Was Jadarian Price really worth the no. 32 pick?(17:65) John: Where does Carnell Tate rank among recent Ohio State WR prospects?(19:35) Max: Why was Jeremiyah Love viewed differently by Arizona and Tennessee?(22:30) Kyle and Anthony: Did the Jets accidentally find their franchise QB?(26:55) Matt: Which Colts rookie will make the biggest impact?(31:20) Austin and Brian in Boston: How does Caleb Lomu’s drafting affect Will Campbell?(35:20) Preston: Could the Panthers already be eyeing the 2027 QB class?(38:30) Matt and Kevin: What should Buffalo expect from T.J. Parker?(41:45) Douglas: How quickly will Cleveland know what it has in Shedeur Sanders?(45:55) Steve: What would make Nate Boerkircher’s rookie season a success?(50:10) Camron: What role will Jaishawn Barham play in Dallas?The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines.Host: Todd McShayGuest: Steve Muench and Daniel ComerProducers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel ComerSocial: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-05-21
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A Rookie Class Fantasy Football Preview. Plus, Hypothetical Over/Unders.

Welcome back to The McShay Show! Today, the guys are sharing their rookie class fantasy football expectations for 2026. They each rank their top three RBs, WRs, and TEs, then make picks for the following hypothetical over/unders: (00:00) Welcome to The McShay Show! (03:20) The Rookie Fantasy Football Primer (03:40) Projecting the top rookie RBs (12:50) Projecting the top rookie WRs (21:45) Projecting the top rookie TEs (25:40) The most likely to be overdrafted (30:00) The Puka Nacua League-Winner (35:30) Rookie over/under picks (37:10) Rookie QB O/U starts and hypotheticals (47:40) Rookie RB scrimmage yards O/U (50:20) O/U 5.5 WRs finish with 700-plus receiving yards in 2026 (53:00) O/U 3.5 TEs finish with 500-plus receiving yards in 2026 (54:20) O/U 1.5 first- and second-team All-Pro selections in 2026 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Todd McShay Guest: Steve Muench Producers: Tucker Tashjian, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Social: Abou Kamara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2026-05-18
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