The GM Shuffle

It was reported over the weekend that Aaron Rodgers does not want to return to the Packers while Brian Gutekunst is the still the GM of the franchise, which could cause even more drama in Green Bay. The 2021 NFL Draft is officially in the books and the later rounds saw quarterbacks fly of the board. The guys break down all the notables QB picks along with other moves from teams around the league. The Cleveland Browns drafted well, the Carolina Panthers get Sam Darnold help on offense, and “Medina Spirit” wins the 147th Kentucky Derby! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hours before the first round of the NFL Draft a bombshell story emerged that Aaron Rodgers told Green Bay personnel that he does not want to return to the Packers. Now it’s up to the team to try and salvage the situation and retain their franchise quarterback. After weeks of speculation the San Francisco 49ers took North Dakota State quarterback Trey Lance with the 3rd overall pick. It’s a high-risk, high-reward move that will define Kyle Shanahan’s legacy. The Chicago Bears traded up to grab Justin Fields, Bill Belichick finds his QB in Mac Jones, and Urban Meyer takes Clemson’s entire backfield. All that and more on this special round 1 recap of The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Teddy Bridgewater was traded by the Carolina Panthers to the Denver Broncos yesterday, in a deal that shouldn’t affect whether Denver drafts a quarterback or not with 9th overall pick. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders have the 17th overall pick, but the team should consider trading up to land a quarterback to replace Derek Carr. Mike gives some of his favorite prop bets to win you money, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers re-sign Antonio Brown, and the Miami Dolphins trade away Ereck Flowers. All that and more on this special NFL Draft Preview of The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reports emerged over the weekend indicating that the Atlanta Falcons are taking calls to trade Julio Jones, but options are limited as there are not a lot of teams in the NFL that are able to take his substantial cap hit. The 2021 NFL Draft begins on Thursday and the guys break down the best Prop Bets to wager, including who will be taken with the third overall pick. The Kansas City Chiefs traded the Baltimore Ravens for OT Orlando Brown and “Nomadland” won Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Stay tuned all week as the GM Shuffle discusses the latest NFL Draft news and rumors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the draft approaches, analysts from around the league weigh in on the pros and cons of both Mac Jones and Justin Fields. This week the GM Shuffle breaks down how scouts evaluate quarterbacks prior to the draft and discuss what Kyle Shanahan is specifically looking for with the third overall pick. Alex Smith Retires, Joe Bucks wants to host Jeopardy, and the guys “fix” the Chicago Bears, Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Rams. All that and more on this week’s The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Athletic published a lengthy exposé on the Philadelphia Eagles culture and management in the age of GM Howie Roseman and Owner Jeffrey Lurie. The detailed account dives into how the franchise communicates, operates, and makes decisions. Justin Fields draft stock has been in question, but the real problem is a lack of evaluation for players. Julian Edelman retires, the guys "fix" the Minnesota Vikings and Arizona Cardinals, and the Ernest Hemingway documentary is a lesson on life. All that and more on this week's The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Jets traded Sam Darnold to the Carolina Panthers this week, signifying that they will draft a quarterback with the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft. Now the question becomes, “What will happen to Teddy Bridgewater?” The Atlanta Falcons own the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft and the organization has a ton of options on who to take to help build their roster. We asked and you, the fans, answered; the guys reveal the best suggestions of potential titles for Hue Jackson’s new book about his time with the Cleveland Browns. Ron Rivera says Washington will have a quarterback competition, Baylor beat Gonzaga in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship, and Aaron Rodgers hosted Jeopardy. All that and more on this week’s The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Browns head coach Hue Jackson offered explosive comments regarding his time in Cleveland, saying he was lied to by the organization. Alabama and Ohio State held their Pro Days this week and the guys break down exactly how NFL teams evaluated both Justin Fields and Mac Jones’ performances. The NFL has approved the addition of a 17th regular season game, which will push the Super Bowl back to its latest date in history. New York Giants owner John Mara still believes in Daniel Jones, the guys “fix” the Dallas Cowboys, and the NCAA Final Four is officially set. All that and more on this week’s episode of The GM Shuffle! Have a question for the show? Email us at TheGMShuffle@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The biggest NFL free agents have now signed with new teams and the guys break down the best, worst, and most confusing moves from around the league! After multiple sexual assault allegations there are teams that are reportedly still interested in trading for Houston Texans quarterback DeShaun Watson, but doing so would be a big mistake. March Madness is in full swing and the guys recap the biggest upsets of the tournament to this point and how watching basketball can teach football coaches about pace and style. All that and more on this week’s The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The new NFL year has officially begun and with it, free agency. The guys break down the biggest signings as well as profile the New England Patriots’ flurry of acquisitions to start the offseason. The Detroit Lions and Carolina Panthers will be vying for success next season, but in exactly how many moves will it take to fix their teams? The answer may involve DeShaun Watson. Drew Brees officially retires, Tom Brady extends his contract with the Buccaneers, and the Green Bay Packers lock in Aaron Jones to a long term deal. All that and more on this week’s The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices