Sharp or Square - 2026 NFL DRAFT Betting Picks & Predictions - Ty Simpson, Jeremiyah Love and more

The Herd with Colin Cowherd40mApril 21, 2026

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The Sharper Square podcast dives into the 2026 NFL Draft with a mix of betting analysis, player evaluations, and sharp commentary on team strategies. Hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, joined by draft expert Derek Brown from Fantasy Pros, break down major storylines including the controversial trade of Dexter Lawrence from the Giants to the Bengals, which they critique as a desperate move by two struggling franchises. The central focus is on top prospects like Jeremiah Love, Ty Simpson, and Carson Beck, with intense debate over whether Love’s elite talent justifies a top-five pick despite the historical failure of high-round running backs. The hosts also explore betting markets, noting rapid line movements on players like Casey Concepcion and Spencer Fano, and discuss the impact of new tax rules on gambling losses. They assess team needs, mock drafts, and the potential ripple effects of trades, particularly around the Jets, Bengals, and Seahawks. The episode ends with a look at the AJ Brown trade rumors in Philly, highlighting the emotional stakes and front-office decision-making under pressure.

Key Takeaways
1

High-round running backs like Jeremiah Love are polarizing—talented but historically risky picks due to NFL's evolving pass-heavy defenses.

2

The Dexter Lawrence trade is seen as a desperate, short-term fix by two struggling franchises with poor drafting histories.

3

Betting markets are volatile and moving fast—especially on players like Ty Simpson and Casey Concepcion—making early action crucial.

4

Tax rules now require 10% tax on gambling losses, significantly impacting professional bettors’ strategies.

5

Teams like the Seahawks and Chiefs are likely to address defensive line or offensive line needs in the first round, with strong value at plus odds.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Podcast Promos and Intro

Multiple podcast promotions are aired, including The Clifford Show, NFL Daily, The Away End, Sports Slice, and The Girlfriends, all promoting their respective shows on iHeartRadio and other platforms.

2:20
3 min

Hockey Fever and Flyers' Playoff Run

Simon Hunter shares his excitement over the Philadelphia Flyers' playoff run, highlighting a teenage sensation scoring game-winning goals in back-to-back games. He expresses personal joy in beating rivals like Crosby and Malkin.

5:00
3 min

The Dexter Lawrence Trade Debate

It's just two teams that feel like they've lost their ways. And since, yeah, I'll give them credit. They've gone in, I think this is like the fourth or fifth guy they've signed to the defense. Great. That's exactly what they need to do.

Highlight
8:20
5 min

Jeremiah Love: The Top Prospect

If you have 10 guys in the box because you don't have a quarterback that can push the ball downfield, what are you going to do? Like again, it's all about what's he worth to the team long term.

Highlight
13:20
5 min

Draft Betting Markets and Value Plays

This line feels soft. It feels wrong. It feels like it's too much of the bias of the conversation about him being an older prospect and not about where he can actually go in the first round of the NFL draft.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
If you have 10 guys in the box because you don't have a quarterback that can push the ball downfield, what are you going to do? Like again, it's all about what's he worth to the team long term.
Simon Hunter23:19
Viral: 88.0
I can't believe that numbers move this much. It's very telling. And if you wake up – if you bet it now and you wake up Thursday morning, it's minus 300 over one-and-a-half quarterbacks, that's the best feeling ever because, like, you've already won.
Simon Hunter73:10
Viral: 85.0
It's just two teams that feel like they've lost their ways. And since, yeah, I'll give them credit. They've gone in, I think this is like the fourth or fifth guy they've signed to the defense. Great. That's exactly what they need to do.
Simon Hunter7:34
Viral: 82.0
Speakers

Hosts

Chad MillmanSimon Hunter

Guest

Derek Brown
Topics Discussed
NFL Draft 202695%Draft Betting Strategies90%Running Back Draft Value88%Team Trade Analysis85%Quarterback Draft Projections80%Front Office Decision Making75%Gambling Tax Implications70%Player Medical Evaluations65%
People & Brands

Simon Hunter

person

25xPositive

Chad Millman

person

20xPositive

Derek Brown

person

15xPositive

Jeremiah Love

person

12xPositive

Ty Simpson

person

10xNeutral

Dexter Lawrence

person

8xNegative

AJ Brown

person

8xPositive

Cincinnati Bengals

organization

7xNegative

New York Giants

organization

6xNegative

Philadelphia Eagles

organization

6xNeutral

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