40's and Free Agents: Teams with Multiple First Round Picks
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In this episode of '40s and Free Agents,' Greg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah dive into the 2026 NFL Draft, focusing on teams with multiple first-round picks and their strategic draft-day opportunities. The discussion centers on the Jets, Jaguars, Chiefs, Dolphins, Cowboys, and Steelers—highlighting their needs, potential draft strategies, and positional priorities. The Jets, with four top-44 picks, are seen as having flexibility to target wide receivers, edge rushers, or cornerbacks, with speculation around Carnell Tate, Arvel Reese, and potential trade-down scenarios. The Jaguars, with picks at 6 and 24, are expected to prioritize tackle and receiver, possibly trading up or down to maximize value. The Chiefs, despite a poor 2025 season, are in a strong position at No. 9, with potential fits for players like Reuben Bain or Caleb Downs. The Dolphins, with seven picks in the top 94, are positioned to build their future through mid-round value, possibly avoiding early receiver picks. The Cowboys, with picks at 12 and 20, are expected to target the secondary, with Delane and Hood as top options. The Steelers, though not the most visible, are noted for their deep draft capital and need for interior offensive line, cornerback, and receiver help. The episode closes with reflections on the draft’s broader implications and a humorous nod to Daniel Jeremiah’s ongoing read of 'Born to Referee.'
Teams with multiple first-round picks (like the Jets, Jaguars, Chiefs, Dolphins, Cowboys, and Steelers) have significant strategic flexibility in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Jets may prioritize wide receivers early, with potential trade-down value to accumulate future picks.
The Jaguars are expected to target a left tackle at No. 6, with receiver or corner at No. 24, depending on board flow.
The Chiefs could benefit from a high-upside defensive player like Caleb Downs or Reuben Bain at No. 9.
The Dolphins may avoid early receiver picks, instead using mid-round picks to build depth and long-term roster stability.
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Introduction and Draft Context
Greg Rosenthal introduces the episode and the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting the focus on teams with multiple first-round picks. He previews the upcoming coverage on the NFL Daily Podcast and sets the stage for a deep dive into team strategies.
The Jets: Multiple Picks, Multiple Options
“I think those first three picks, and pulling them back up, it's 2-16-33. If you're going to say what's the lock, 2-16-33, I'd say they leave those three picks where receivers have one of those three.”
The Jaguars: Tackle and Receiver Priority
“You can write that in pen. And then it comes down to receiver corner. How do you combine those two?”
The Chiefs: High-Value Pick at No. 9
“I feel like they're in a good spot where some big-name player... is going to fall to them at nine and they have enough needs where they can get helped out by in a number of spots.”
The Dolphins: Building the Future with Seven Top-94 Picks
The Dolphins’ seven picks in the top 94 are framed as a generational opportunity. The hosts debate whether they should take receivers early or focus on mid-round value, with guard and tight end as potential targets.
“I think those first three picks, and pulling them back up, it's 2-16-33. If you're going to say what's the lock, 2-16-33, I'd say they leave those three picks where receivers have one of those three.”
“I feel like they're in a good spot where some big-name player... is going to fall to them at nine and they have enough needs where they can get helped out by in a number of spots.”
“You're going to have to trade up for Sonny Stiles at this point. I would think so, but weird things happen.”
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Daniel Jeremiah
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Greg Rosenthal
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Jets
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Jaguars
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Chiefs
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Dolphins
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Cowboys
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Steelers
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Born to Referee
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Reuben Bain
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