NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal 40s and Free Agents: Mina Kimes’ Favorite Players in the 2025 NFL Draft
Apr 17, 2025
Mina Kimes, an ESPN analyst known for her sharp NFL and baseball insights, joins Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah to dive into the exciting world of the 2025 NFL Draft. They highlight rising stars like Jihad Campbell and discuss the weight of traits versus college production in evaluations. The trio also analyzes the unique skills of prospects like Kyle Williams and Mason Graham while debating the complexities of talent assessment in a changing league. Expect humor, lively banter, and plenty of draft hot takes!
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Jihad Campbell's Potential
- Mina Kimes raves about Jihad Campbell, comparing her enthusiasm to her past admiration for Kyle Hamilton and Roquan Smith.
- She emphasizes Campbell's athleticism, pass-rushing skills, and coverage abilities, highlighting his potential as a special middle linebacker.
Length and Versatility
- Daniel Jeremiah discusses the value of length for off-ball linebackers, especially in coverage to shrink passing windows.
- He also notes Campbell's background as an edge rusher, making him a dynamic blitzer.
Nickel Corner Value
- Mina Kimes and Gregg Rosenthal discuss the value of nickel corners, suggesting their importance rivals outside corners.
- They question why GMs undervalue nickel corners in the draft, despite being full-time starters.