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.

Episodes

February 16, 2026 66 mins
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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The guys recap the entire 2025 NFL Draft for the Washington Commanders. They discuss how Adam Peters is playing 4D chess. Then, they breakdown every single draft selection for Washington and deep dive into what makes them perfect selections for the Commanders. 

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Logan Paulsen and JAG Jason recap rounds 2 and 3 of the NFL Draft for the Washington Commanders. Cornerback Trey Amos is coming to D.C. and the guys breakdown his film. Plus, they discuss how coaching from Dan Quinn and Joe Whitt Jr. could be the key to unlocking a new ballhawk in the secondary.

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Night 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft is complete and Logan Paulsen and JAG Jason breakdown the Washington Commanders 29th overall pick, the Oregon Duck left tackle  Josh Conerly Jr.  Plus, they discuss how the board shaped out on night one and how Adam Peters masterfully used that to his advantage. Then, they breakdown the strategy behind sticking and picking rather than trading out of the first round before discussing what we c...

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With the 2025 NFL Draft in just a few days, special guests Fred Smoot and ESPN Draft Nerd Jeremy Greene join Logan Paulsen and JAG Jason to hold their EPIC 2025 7-Round Washington Commanders NFL Mock Draft.

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It's that time of year, the TTTD NFL Guaranteed Ballers Mock Draft! Logan, Fred, and JAG Jason compete and this year, there is a twist: Half of their drafted roster must consist of projected 3rd-rounders or later! Listen to see them debate who are the true ballers at the next level. They talk Travis Hunter, Cam Ward, Abdul Carter, Ashton Jeanty, Tyler Warren, TreVeyon Henderson and more!

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Logan Paulsen and JAG Jason are joined by ESPN NFL Draft Nerd Jeremy Greene to dive deep into this years top Tight End prospects. Then, they debate on QBs find out who thinks Shedeur Sanders is the #3 quarterback in the class! And who do they comp to The Batman? Cam Ward? Jaxson Dart? 

 

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Logan Paulsen and JAG Jason go through how the linebacker position has changed over the recent years and how that can effect the prospect evaluation process. Then, they go through their top 5 linebackers in the 2025 NFL Draft class. Next, it's all about the VIBES! as they discuss guys who they just love!

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Logan Paulsen and JAG Jason evaluate the 2025 NFL Draft running back class.  They discuss how deep with talent this class has.  They debate (and even change minds) over several prospects as they discuss two big possible sleepers(?) in DJ Giddens and Cam Skattebo. Then, they talk about how close Ashton Jeanty and Omarion Hampton are in their scouting reports (and it's closer than the national media may suggest). Finally, t...

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Former NFL Cornerback and Washington Legend Fred Smoot joins Logan Paulsen to breakdown their top 10 Defensive Backs in the 2025 NFL Draft. The guys disagree over the importance of technique or physical attributes. Then, they discuss tips and tricks to avoid over-drafting the hardest position to evaluate. Plus, the great Travis Hunter debate and is Will Johnson underrated? 

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