Podcast appearances and mentions of denzel burke

Ep. 880 - Six free agents. Six draft picks. In just two months, the Arizona Cardinals have added 12 new players to the defense. And now, it's up to Nick Rallis to figure out how they all fit together. While he does that - and he's got four months before the season starts - Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi have a way-too-early conversation about the defense. What will it look like? Might there be a scheme change or adjustment based on the new personnel? How do draft picks Walter Nolen III, Will Johnson and Jordan Burch factor in? Also, can Ohio State teammates Cody Simon and Denzel Burke, a pair of Day 3 selections, make enough of an impression in the offseason to have a role, or maybe even start, in Week 1?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes, we are opening with a mention of Valentin Senn, but Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck quickly turn their attention to the Cardinals' draft class and what it all entailed. The discussion included the thought process of the Cardinals during their trade in the fifth round, Denzel Burke and why they were OK with the opportunity cost; collecting all those cornerbacks and what the battle will be like in the secondary; the benefit of getting both Walter Nolen III and Will Johnson, two guys considered first-rounders pre-draft; what Johnson can be; a Belichickian episode of Getting Cultured; the Shedeur saga; Cody Simon's chances to start; Jalen Milroe's winning behavior; and Paul updates the power poll of incompetence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bleav in Buckeyes hosts, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa, delve into the recent 2025 NFL Draft, shining a spotlight on Ohio State players. They analyze the success of Buckeyes in the first and second rounds, the implications of their selections, and the overall impact of the draft on the team's future. The dialogue also meanders through the tales of undrafted players, the latest transfer news, and the shifting strategies in the art of evaluating quarterbacks in today's dynamic NFL landscape. Takeaways Chimdi enjoyed the draft more than expected due to Ohio State's presence. Ohio State had a strong showing with four first-round picks. Donovan Jackson's versatility helped him secure a first-round spot. Emeka Egbuka is a valuable asset for any quarterback. JT's second-round selection reflects his talent despite earlier doubts. Judkins and Henderson both benefitted from sharing carries at Ohio State. Jack Sawyer's fit with the Steelers is promising for his career. Undrafted players still have opportunities in the NFL. The importance of the senior bowl in evaluating talent is crucial. Money plays a significant role in player transfers in college football. Chapters 00:00 Draft Day Excitement 01:14 Ohio State's First Round Success 03:19 Key Players and Their Draft Impact 07:50 Second Round Picks and Their Potential 11:04 Late Round Picks and Team Fit 16:03 Quarterback Draft Dynamics 20:40 Evaluating Quarterback Prospects 27:06 NCAA Transfer Portal Trends Keywords NFL Draft, Ohio State, Buckeyes, Chimdi Chekwa, Bryant Browning, college football, player analysis, draft strategy, NFL prospects, football commentary, Ryan Day, Will Howard,  Quinn Ewers, Emeka Egbuka, TreVeyon Henderson, Quinshon Judkins, Tyleik Williams, Denzel Burke, Josh Simmons, Ty Hamilton, Jt Tuimoloau, Jack Sawyer, Cody Simon, Lathan Ransom, Jordan Hancock, Donovan Jackson, Shedeur Sanders, 2025 Draft, Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers, quarterbacks, transfer portal, defensive tackle, Texas, Senior Bowl, Pro Day, NFL Combine