In this episode:

Saquon Barkley's Absence and Contract Situation:

Saquon Barkley will not be joining the New York Giants this week for mandatory mini camp.

Barkley turned down a deal from the Giants worth close to $14 million per season earlier this year.
Barkley's comments about considering sitting out have raised concerns.

XFL's Financial Losses:

The XFL reportedly lost $60 million this season, highlighting the challenges faced by the league.
The financial setback raises questions about the future of the XFL and its sustainability.

Deion Sanders vs Pat Narduzzi:

Sanders has made significant changes to the Colorado roster using the transfer portal.
According to 247Sports' rankings, Colorado has the nation's No.1 transfer portal class in 2023.
Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi, has expressed dissatisfaction with Sanders' use of the transfer portal.

Jared Goff's Progress and Dan Campbell's Comments:

Dan Campbell, head coach of the Detroit Lions, praises Jared Goff's growth and increased confidence.
Campbell believes Goff is a better quarterback now compared to his time with the Los Angeles Rams.

Danielle Hunter Seeking a New Contract:

Danielle Hunter, pass rusher for the Minnesota Vikings, plans to skip mandatory minicamp.
Hunter is entering the final year of his contract and is seeking a new deal.

Interest in Wide Receiver DeAndre Hopkins:

The Patriots and Titans are both interested in signing Hopkins.
The Patriots will host Hopkins for a visit and are considering a one-year deal.
We discuss which team is a better fit.

Budda Baker's Attendance at Cardinals' Minicamp:

Budda Baker reports for the Arizona Cardinals' mandatory minicamp despite making a trade request earlier this offseason.
Baker's commitment to attending camp indicates a potential resolution to the trade request.

Dalvin Cook's Market Reception After Release:

Dalvin Cook, star running back, has not received the expected interest in the open market since his release by the Minnesota Vikings.
Cook's lack of significant offers raises questions about his market value and potential landing spots.

Brad and Alex's Top 8 WRs in the NFL for 2023:

Brad and Alex engage in a discussion to draft their top 8 wide receivers in the NFL for the upcoming season.

Overrated or Underrated?:

Brad challenges Alex with a game where he names players, teams, coaches, or anything else football, and Alex determines if they are overrated or underrated.

Draft Grades for the NFC West:

The hosts provide draft grades for the teams in the NFC West.
One team stands out with an exceptional draft performance, while others receive some of our lowest grades yet

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