The McShay Show Rough Draft 1.3: Mailbag! Talking Untold Kiper Stories, the Best Non-QBs in the 2026 NFL Draft, the College Football Coaching Carousel, and More.
Oct 30, 2025
The hosts dive into intriguing draft prospects, debating which non-quarterbacks could snag the top pick in 2026. They explore how coaching changes influence players' draft stock and the urgent hiring practices schools should adopt to prevent mass transfers. There's a spotlight on rising talent like Utah tackle Caleb Lomu and Iowa's draft-eligible linemen. They also share hilarious anecdotes about Mel Kiper and wrap up with solid advice for new dads, balancing football insights with personal stories.
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Non-QB Paths To Top Draft Pick
- Quarterbacks usually go first overall, but an underclass-heavy QB group could open the door for elite non-QBs to rise in 2026.
- Edge rushers like Reuben Bain or breakout defenders could realistically become the top non-QB candidates if QBs return to school.
Why Coaching Hires Often Take Time
- Schools want to hire quickly to stop transfer churn but often must wait to land top candidates who are succeeding elsewhere.
- Administrators should prioritize long-term program leadership over short-term roster retention when hiring.
Showcase Tape And Interviews During Program Turmoil
- NFL scouts rarely overlook prospects from unstable programs; produce good tape, test well, and interview strongly to stay visible.
- Quarterbacks are more sensitive to program turmoil, so QBs must also show leadership and process in interviews.