H4: Sports Junkies Mock Draft, Dewey Beach Preview

The Sports Junkies42mApril 23, 2026

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The Sports Junkies celebrate their 30th anniversary with a lively mock NFL draft and a preview of their upcoming draft watch party at Honor Brewing in Loudoun. Hosts Eric Bolling, Mike Marr, JP Flame, Matt Valdez, Drab T-shirt, Jason Bishop, and E. Bizzle (the 'Draft King') take turns making picks in a humorous, exaggerated simulation of the 2026 NFL Draft. The draft kicks off with Mike Marr surprising everyone by selecting running back Jeremiah Love (Notre Dame) with the first pick for the Las Vegas Raiders, followed by Fernando Mendoza (Indiana) going to the Jets. The Arizona Cardinals take defensive end David Bailey, while the Titans select Ohio State linebacker Sonny Stiles. The Giants make a bold move by drafting Arizona State wide receiver Jordan Tyson, and the Browns pick Ohio State’s Carnell Tate. Finally, the Commanders, represented by EB, select Ohio State safety Caleb Downs at number seven, calling him a 'can't miss' player. The episode is filled with banter, self-aware humor, and playful jabs at their own draft picks, especially around the controversial choice of Downs over Arvel Reese. The hosts also preview the live draft watch party, promote listener engagement via phone lines, and discuss a potential Breeze Airways flight to Dewey Beach, complete with a party bus and free first-class seats if enough fans buy tickets. The tone is celebratory, irreverent, and deeply rooted in the show’s long-standing fan culture.

Key Takeaways
1

Celebrate 30 years of The Sports Junkies with a live draft watch party at Honor Brewing on April 23rd, 2026.

2

The mock draft features bold, humorous picks, including Jeremiah Love (Raiders), Fernando Mendoza (Jets), and Caleb Downs (Commanders) as the 'can't miss' safety.

3

The Commanders' pick of Caleb Downs at #7 is defended as a plug-and-play starter with elite recognition skills and zero risk.

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A fan-driven Breeze Airways flight to Dewey Beach is proposed, with free first-class seats if enough listeners purchase tickets.

5

The show emphasizes community, loyalty, and the unique culture of D.C. sports fans, likening themselves to Howard Stern in a major market.

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Chapters
0:00
5 min

30 Years of The Sports Junkies & Draft Watch Party Preview

We've got our own day, May 4th. Chase's birthday. It happens to be your birthday. That's pretty darn cool, man.

Highlight
5:00
12 min

Mock Draft Begins: Raiders Take Jeremiah Love

The NFL nowadays is all about the one-two punch run game, run the ball, run the ball.

Highlight
16:40
13 min

Jets, Cardinals, Titans & Giants Make Bold Picks

We're bringing Tempe to Manhattan. I'm surprised you didn't draft Jon Rahm.

Highlight
30:00
12 min

Browns & Commanders Finalize Top 7 Picks

He is a plug-and-play starter day one. Instantly makes your defense better. You don't have to sweat this pick one iota.

Highlight
41:40
17 min

Post-Draft Banter & Dewey Beach Flight Proposal

The hosts debate the draft picks, especially the choice of Caleb Downs over Arvel Reese. They discuss the controversy around Reese’s fit and Downs’ safety. The conversation shifts to a fan-driven Breeze Airways flight to Dewey Beach, with a party bus and free first-class seats if enough listeners buy tickets. The idea is met with enthusiasm and playful skepticism.

High-Impact Quotes
He is a plug-and-play starter day one. Instantly makes your defense better. You don't have to sweat this pick one iota.
E. Bizzle26:03
Viral: 90.0
We've got our own day, May 4th. Chase's birthday. It happens to be your birthday. That's pretty darn cool, man.
Eric Bolling1:57
Viral: 85.0
The NFL nowadays is all about the one-two punch run game, run the ball, run the ball.
Mike Marr6:43
Viral: 75.0
Speakers

Hosts

Eric BollingMike MarrJP FlameMatt ValdezDrab T-shirtJason BishopE. Bizzle

Guests

ReggieAlec (Breeze Airways caller)Dean (Twitter commenter)
Topics Discussed
NFL Mock Draft95%Sports Podcast Anniversary90%Fan Engagement & Community Events85%Draft Strategy & Player Evaluation80%Travel & Fan Trips75%Player Controversies & Public Image70%NFL Draft Trends65%Team Rebuilding & Roster Needs60%
People & Brands

The Sports Junkies

media

15xPositive

E. Bizzle

person

12xPositive

Jeremiah Love

person

8xPositive

Caleb Downs

person

8xPositive

Fernando Mendoza

person

7xPositive

Arvel Reese

person

7xNeutral

May 4th

other

6xPositive

David Bailey

person

6xPositive

Jordan Tyson

person

6xPositive

Breeze Airways

organization

6xPositive

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