Nate Tice and Charles McDonald deliver a comprehensive roundup of the first week of NFL free agency on this edition of Football 301. They each share their top 5 favorite signings, analyzing both headline-making moves and underrated pickups that could shake up team dynamics. With a keen eye on enhancing team rosters, Nate and Charles discuss how specific free agent fits, like Robert Spillane for the New England Patriots and Davante Adams for the Los Angeles Rams, offer new potential.

The duo also questions the decision-making process behind the Indianapolis Colts signing Daniel Jones and break down the ramifications of the impending QB battle between the former New York Giant and third-year player Anthony Richardson. Plus, they go Panning for Prospects and highlight compelling soon-to-be draftees Marshall's EDGE Mike Green and Miami's RB Damien Martinez and TE Elijah Arroyo.

(4:15) - Favorite free agent fit #1

(9:05) - Favorite free agent fit #2

(12:50) - Favorite free agent fit #3

(16:40) - Favorite free agent fit #4

(27:20) - Favorite free agent fit #5

(31:10) - Favorite free agent fit #6

(35:35) - Favorite free agent fit #7

(41:25) - Favorite free agent fit #8

(47:20) - Favorite free agent fit #9

(50:50) - Favorite free agent fit #10

(54:40) - Other interesting FA signings

(1:04:15) - Panning for Prospects: Mike Green, Damien Martinez & Elijah Arroyo

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Join hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon on Football 301 as they dive into the whirlwind of NFL free agency madness. In this episode, they tackle the big trades of the weekend, including Geno Smith heading to the Raiders and DK Metcalf's move to the Steelers, dissecting the implications for each team. Nate and Matt also explore the intriguing signings of Sam Darnold and Justin Fields, evaluating how they'll impact the Seahawks and the Jets, respectively. Their expert insights provide a fresh perspective on how these moves could shake up the league. Don't miss their take on the Rams' strategic addition of Davante Adams. Click play to uncover all the action, and remember to like, comment, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more in-depth analyses!

(4:00) - Seahawks trade Geno & DK, sign Sam Darnold

(29:45) - Jets sign Justin Fields

(34:50) - Rams sign Davante Adams

(44:15) - Commanders trade for Laremy Tunsil

(50:30) - Lightning round grades: Patriots, Bucs & more

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Nate Tice is back with Charles McDonald on Football 301 to preview the exciting world of NFL free agency, focusing on the defensive side of the ball and highlighting the top players hitting the market and some under-the-radar gems that might be overlooked. They discuss potential signings, team fits, and sound the alarm on a few buyer beware situations.

Then Nate and Charles shift gears to analyze some prospects they've been keeping an eye on. From the versatile tight end Harold Fannin Jr. out of Bowling Green to Iowa State wide receiver Jalen Noel, they share insights and comparisons, leaving no stone unturned. They delve into the quarterback conundrum with Ole Miss’ Jaxson Dart and wrap up with a brief yet insightful take on the running back Dylan Sampson of Tennessee.

Don't forget to check out their newly released top 50 big boards available on Yahoo Sports, as they drop nuggets on what to expect in the upcoming NFL draft. Whether you’re tuning in on your favorite podcast platform or catching the visuals on YouTube, this episode is crafted for draft enthusiasts and free agency followers alike. Stay ahead of the curve and catch all this and more in today’s deep-dive episode of Football 301!

(3:22) Bears add Jackson & Thuney to O-line

(12:21) DK Metcalf requests trade

(18:24) Free agency preview: Interior defensive line

(26:13) Free agency preview: Edge rusher

(34:32) Free agency preview: Linebacker

(42:41) Free agency preview: Cornerback

(49:20) Free agency preview: Safety

(54:59) Panning for prospects: TE Harold Fannin Jr.

(1:03:51) Panning for prospects: WR Jaylin Noel

(1:08:07) Panning for prospects: QB Jaxson Dart

(1:17:29) Panning for prospects: RB Dylan Sampson

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It's the Football 301-Yahoo Fantasy Forecast crossover that's not really a crossover. The boys you know and love on both feeds are here to kill two pod birds with one mock draft stone. Matt Harmon, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald put a bow on our Scouting Combine coverage on Radio Row by sharing their 7 favorite prospect fits in their latest mock draft. To end the show, Tice and McDonald share 1 sleeper prospect they'd literally stand on the table for. McDonlad also tries the famous St. Elmo's shrimp cocktail and chaos ensues.

(3:00) - Nate's first fit: Georgia LB Jalon Walker to Arizona Cardinals

(6:30) - Charles' first fit: North Carolina RB Omarion Hampton to Washington Commanders

(9:45) - Nate's second fit: Penn State TE Tyler Warren to Seattle Seahawks

(14:45) - Charles' second fit: Alabama LB Jihaad Campbell to Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(19:20) - Nate's third fit: Texas DB Jahdae Barron to Minnesota Vikings

(21:50) - Charles' third fit: Georgia S Malaki Starks to Miami Dolphins

(26:50) - Nate's fourth fit: Minnesota OT Aireontae Ersery to Kansas City Chiefs

(30:00) - Stand on the table: Nate and Charles share their favorite sleeper prospect

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Matt Harmon takes over hosting duties today with Nate under the weather, but don’t you worry! Matt and Charles McDonald are still on the ground at the combine in Indianapolis ready to give you their latest draft takes. They start with a conversation about Ashton Jeanty, with C Mac saying he could see the Boise State RB paired with Dan Prescott on the Dallas Cowboys offense. They move on to discuss wide receivers, debating which tiers they would place Trey Harris and Tetairoa McMillan into, and this year’s strong tight end class.

After that, they talk about Penn State DE Abdul Carter’s foot injury and what it means for his draft stock. Then they mull over what the Tennessee Titans should do with the No. 1 overall pick and praise the generational talent of Heisman winner Travis Hunter.

We close out the episode with a conversation between Nate Tice, C Mac and Thursday Night Football analytics expert Sam Schwartzstein. The trio cover whether or not the NFL’s new kickoff rule was a success, Sam’s funniest Jim Harbaugh story from his Stanford days and much more!

(2:30) - Skill position draft overview: running backs

(12:50) - Skill position draft overview: wide receivers

(19:00) - Skill position draft overview: tight ends

(26:20) - Will Abdul Carter’s injury affect the top of the draft?

(37:05) - Charles’ counter-culture draft takes

(40:55) - Sam Schwartzstein joins the show!

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In this very special edition of Football 301 Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald from radio row in Indianapolis at the 2025 NFL Combine. The guys talk about the players they have their eyes on this week, including Heisman award winner and Colorado WR/CB Travis Hunter, Arizona WR Tetairoa McMillan, Miami QB Cam Ward and more! Then Nate speaks to Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh about marrying his run-first run style with QB Justin Herbert.

(2:40) - General Combine preview

(5:20) - Prospect to watch: DT Deone Walker

(8:00) - Prospect to watch: OT Will Campbell

(12:10) - Prospect to watch: WR/CB Travis Hunter

(16:10) - Tight end class talk

(18:50) - Prospect to watch: LB Jihaad Campbell

(22:00) - Prospect to watch: WR Tet McMillan

(24:25) - Cam Ward & players skipping drills

(29:30) - CB Will Johnson & more prospects to watch

(36:10) - Jim Harbaugh joins the show!

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Off the heels of Monday’s AFC episode, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are breaking down the biggest offseason needs for every NFC team, starting with the Dallas Cowboys and the rest of the NFC East. Then they move on to the NFC West, questioning what the Los Angeles Rams will do if they in fact trade wide receiver Cooper Kupp, and the NFC South, diving deep into the New Orleans Saints’ disastrous salary cap situation. They finish up the show with the NFC North, taking a look at what the Chicago Bears need to do to support quarterback Caleb Williams and new head coach Ben Johnson.

(2:52) NFC East

(29:35) NFC West

(49:42) NFC South

(1:10:10) NFC North

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Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back to break down the biggest needs for every single AFC team. But first, they debut a new segment as we approach the NFL Draft and focus on Arizona WR Tet McMillan. Then they pivot to the AFC East, where they question what the New York Jets plan to do at quarterback after the team announced they are parting ways with Aaron Rodgers. After that, the guys discuss the AFC North, diving into the biggest needs for the Cincinnati Bengals to place around Joe Burrow and the Steelers quarterback conundrum. Nate and Matt wrap things up with the AFC South and West, asking why the Jacksonville Jaguars still don’t have a general manager and suggesting free agent QB Sam Darnold as a good fit for the Las Vegas Raiders.

(6:10) - Prospect of the Week: Tet McMillan

(14:20) - AFC East

(32:15) - AFC North

(51:10) - AFC South

(1:06:45) - AFC West

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