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.

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April 27, 2026 50 mins
The guys recap the entire 2026 NFL Draft.   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 or any of their representatives.

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The guys discuss how Adam Peters is alway on step ahead. Then, they breakdown Clemson WR Antonio Williams and what makes him a special prospect. Next, they debate the current state of the Commanders wide receiver room. Finally, they make prediction for the day three of the draft.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson             Producer: Jason Johnson             The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are th...

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Ohio State Linebacker Sonny Styles is selected with the 7th overall pick by the Washington Commanders in the 2026 NFL Draft. The guys discuss Styles as a blue-chip prospect, how Adam Peters was able to select the best player available (again!), and what this means for the Commanders defense.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson           Producer: Jason Johnson           The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or host...

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Fred Smoot and Jeremy Greene join the fellas have a complete NFL 2026 7-Round Mock Draft as the Washington Commanders. They enter the multi-verse as they have two simulation going simultaneously - stick and pick at #7 and trading back with the Miami Dolphins.    Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson           Guests: Fred Smoot, Jeremy Greene   Producer: Jason Johnson           The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or ...

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The guys give their personal top 10 quarterback rankings and debate if Ty Simpson should be a top 10 pick. Next, they discuss drafting lottery pick QBs higher than the "safe bet." Plus, the guys have passionate opinions on Taylen Green and Diego Pavia.   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 refle...

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The guys give their personal top 10 running back rankings and debate positional value vs. draft value vs. blue-chip prospect value. Then, they have a 5-Round mock draft where the Commanders get explosive.   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 Commande...

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"The Draft Guru" aka "The King of the Draft" aka Fred Smoot joins the guys to take part in the 3rd Annual Guaranteed Ballers Draft. Who do the guys think are guaranteed to be stars in the 2026 NFL Draft?   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson       Guest: Fred Smoot   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 ...

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The guys discuss the new and innovative direction that defenses are moving in the modern NFL and how linebackers and safeties are becoming the lynchpin to championship success. Then, they give their personal top12 rankings including a major debate on who should be higher: Sonny Styles or Caleb Downs!? Then, they have a 3-Round mock draft where the Commanders trade back into the 2nd round...who is the super-star they draft that ever...

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The guys debate on who the top 10 tight ends are  in this years NFL Draft class. Then, it's a 3-round mock draft and this time the Commanders trade their #7 pick. Who could come to D.C. with a new slew of mid-round selections?    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 ...

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The guys discuss what makes evaluating cornerbacks so uniquely difficult. Then, they debate over their top 10 cornerbacks teams should target in the upcoming NFL Draft. Next, Senior Commanders writer Zach Selby joins the crew to have a 3-Round mock draft for the Commanders...and they do it twice! What happens if Washington goes offense or defense at pick #7?   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Guests: Zach Selby   Producer: J...

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The guys recap the entire 2026 NFL Combine. They look at the standout offensive line play and who passed the eye test. Then, Logan has some prospects who make him shout "take me to the tape!" Next, the guys discuss all the options the Commanders have at #7 and debate the likelihood of GM Adam Peters trading up...   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson     Producer: Jason Johnson     The views and opinions expressed by our analysts a...

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The guys discuss day three of the 2026 NFL Combine. Ty Simpson may have found his way into the 7th overall pick, but who would trade up with Washington to grab the young QB? Then, it's a complete in-depth evaluation of all the WRs including the inevitability of Carnell Tate, the supposed drop of Makai Lemon, and if KC Concepcion is hot or cold. Next, they marvel at Jeremiyah Love and debate if positional value matters anymore when ...

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The guys talk the record breaking speed from Kenyon Sadiq, Eli Stowers, and the tight ends at the 2026 NFL Combine. Then, they debate Caleb Downs and if his football IQ makes his 40-time irrelevant. Next, they pick through the cornerbacks to find the hidden games who started to shine in the drill work.   Hosts: Logan Paulsen, Jason Johnson   Producer: Jason Johnson   The views and opinions expressed by our analysts and/or hosts are...

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The guys breakdown the first explosive night at the 2026 NFL Combine. They marvel at the Ohio State takeover by Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles. Then, is the pure "linebacker" position a dying idea in the evolution of modern NFL defense? Next, how possible it is that 2 LBs could be taken in the top 5!? Plus, they converse over David Bailey and how he flew in the 40 and up peoples boards. Finally, did Rueben Bain Jr.'s arm length rais...

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The guys discuss what really matters at the NFL Combine, debate the importance of hand size, and if 40-times really matter. Then, they breakdown who they think are the top 5 prospects at the defensive tackle position.    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 Co...

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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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