With the First Pick: An NFL Draft Podcast from CBS Sports

The NFL Draft is a year-round behemoth and we're here to bring you year-round coverage of the event every football fan cares about! Join CBS Sports senior draft expert Ryan Wilson and as well as a cast of characters, as they dive deep into Mock Drafts, prospect & position rankings, stock watch, notable interviews and much more. 

Recent Episodes
  • Philadelphia Eagles FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 21, 2025 – 14:10
  • Kansas City Chiefs FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 21, 2025 – 14:17
  • Buffalo Bills FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 20, 2025 – 15:35
  • Washington Commanders FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 20, 2025 – 13:03
  • 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft Special - Round 7!
    Apr 20, 2025 – 24:15
  • 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft Special - Round 6!
    Apr 19, 2025 – 28:15
  • 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft Special - Round 5!
    Apr 19, 2025 – 40:27
  • 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft Special - Round 4!
    Apr 19, 2025 – 51:13
  • 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft Special - Round 3!
    Apr 19, 2025 – 36:14
  • 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft Special - Round 2!
    Apr 19, 2025 – 39:58
  • 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft Special - Round 1!
    Apr 19, 2025 – 01:02:20
  • Detroit Lions FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 18, 2025 – 15:50
  • Baltimore Ravens FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 18, 2025 – 21:10
  • 13 FAVORITE Players In 2025 NFL Draft: Former GM Compares Travis Hunter To Shohei Ohtani
    Apr 16, 2025 – 49:25
  • 2025 NFL Team Needs Draft - Drafting the BIGGEST NEEDS for EVERY NFL Team
    Apr 14, 2025 – 01:15:17
  • Los Angeles Rams FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 13, 2025 – 14:55
  • Houston Texans FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 13, 2025 – 14:17
  • Minnesota Vikings FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 12, 2025 – 12:49
  • Green Bay Packers FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 12, 2025 – 12:41
  • Los Angeles Chargers FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 11, 2025 – 17:05
  • Our 10 Favorite 2025 NFL Draft Prospect to Pro Comparisons - Kyle McCord the next Kirk Cousins?
    Apr 11, 2025 – 01:18:29
  • Pittsburgh Steelers FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 11, 2025 – 15:21
  • FINAL 2025 NFL Draft EDGE & LB Prospect Rankings: Will Abdul Carter Be Better Than Micah Parsons?
    Apr 10, 2025 – 01:01:13
  • 2025 NFL Mock Draft 12.0 | Full 1st & 2nd Round: Cam Ward Locked In At Number 1 + 3 More QB Taken
    Apr 9, 2025 – 01:01:45
  • FINAL 2025 NFL Draft DL Prospect Rankings: Why Mason Graham Is A Top-5 Pick + Sleepers To Watch
    Apr 8, 2025 – 54:37
  • Denver Broncos FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 6, 2025 – 13:58
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 6, 2025 – 12:27
  • Seattle Seahawks FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 5, 2025 – 17:17
  • Cincinnati Bengals FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 5, 2025 – 13:10
  • Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter Pro Day Reaction: Where Will Colorado Stars Land in 2025 NFL Draft?
    Apr 4, 2025 – 30:07
  • FINAL 2025 NFL Draft DB Prospect Rankings: Travis Hunter Tops List But Plenty Of Talent On The Board
    Apr 3, 2025 – 59:38
  • 2025 NFL Mock Draft 11.0 | Full 1st Round: Browns Move On From Deshaun Watson + 2 RB Off The Board
    Apr 2, 2025 – 49:39
  • Arizona Cardinals FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 1, 2025 – 17:17
  • Atlanta Falcons FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Apr 1, 2025 – 13:40
  • Indianapolis Colts FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 30, 2025 – 10:35
  • Miami Dolphins FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 30, 2025 – 14:53
  • Dallas Cowboys FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 29, 2025 – 13:37
  • San Francisco 49ers FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 29, 2025 – 20:56
  • Chicago Bears FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 28, 2025 – 14:08
  • New Orleans Saints FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 28, 2025 – 15:17
  • Final 2025 NFL Draft Quarterback Prospect rankings: How many QBs will be picked in the first round?
    Mar 27, 2025 – 58:38
  • FINAL 2025 NFL Draft OL Prospect Rankings: Who Will Be First Off The Board?
    Mar 26, 2025 – 46:08
  • Former NFL GM: Travis Hunter Should Focus On Defense, EARN Snaps On Offense
    Mar 25, 2025 – 30:14
  • Cam Ward Pro Day Reaction: Has The Miami QB Locked Up Number 1 Pick In 2025 NFL Draft?
    Mar 25, 2025 – 34:15
  • Carolina Panthers FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 23, 2025 – 13:01
  • New York Jets FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 23, 2025 – 11:57
  • Las Vegas Raiders FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 22, 2025 – 12:00
  • Jacksonville Jaguars FULL 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Dissecting the PERFECT draft plan & picks
    Mar 22, 2025 – 16:02
  • FINAL 2025 NFL Draft TE Prospect Rankings: Colston Loveland or Tyler Warren?
    Mar 21, 2025 – 01:01:51
  • FINAL 2025 NFL Draft RB Prospect Rankings: Who’s Next After Ashton Jeanty?
    Mar 20, 2025 – 01:01:49
Recent Reviews
  • PhilMcgroin777
    Bias
    How much they hate on Bo Nix is hilarious
  • Anthony Brown 521
    Love this podcast
    I loved this podcast when it was Ryan and Rick. I know it will continue to be awesome with Ryan around his new cast of contributors. Great content and great people! Very happy for Ryan and this lane he has found for himself.
  • zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz7777
    The Best Draft Show
    Ryan Wilson is great but for me, not worth the time since Rick Spielman left.
  • Jfromtx71
    Enjoy the show. Keep it up!
    Great show for NFL draft content. Only negative thing I’ll add….please keep Emory Hunt away. Seems like a nice guy, but he has some of the WORST takes in the industry. Every time I hear him as a guest on any podcast, I know he’s going to say some ridiculous stuff that just doesn’t make sense.
  • wwechamps say no
    49er mock
    Just so after thought. No research. No connecting actual players they would draft.
  • Edge Finder
    Podcast First Take
    It was tough to get through the episode. It seems like they might know a little something, but nothing was added to any draft discussion. Just tired takes on the same tired players. Also, too many opinions expressed as facts with no supporting evidence.
  • Douglas from South Florida
    Not a hypothetical
    Great show with a question for the scout in the corner. Do you think a GM could get interested enough in Dart to move into the bottom of the first and do a trade like the Panthers did last year to get their guy? I’m specifically speaking about teams in the top of the second that were not able to grab a QB in the first round or passed on a QB hoping to grab Dart, Milroe, Howard or Ewers? Tried to fool you with the title of the review.
  • Dr.FRESHERSON
    Love the show
    Ryan is my favorite! Always hilarious and super easy going, but Rick is pretty great too lol. Best draft show out there. Please give 5 star reviews on: -Tyler Shough QB Louisville -Rene Konga DT Louisville -Jailin Walker LB Indiana Was wondering if you could do a report on QB Tyler Shough’s Louisville film. I think if he hadn’t gotten hurt so much, early in his career, he would be in the QB1 conversation based on skill. Had a crazy no look pass against a good Notre Dame secondary for a touchdown. And obviously outplayed Cam Ward, who played a great game, in their duel, even though Miami came away with the win. To me, he looks similar to how Stafford looked at UGA. Built like Herbert with a crazy strong arm and good decision making. Also Rene Konga (6-4, 290lbs) an under the radar day 3 picks from same school, along the defensive front, with upside. And please take a look at Jailin Walker at Indiana University…. Hard hitting old school linebacker who plays with a chip on his shoulder. Also if you were the Indianapolis colts, what would you do with GM, QB, Coach, etc?
  • Zrod10
    5 Star Review
    i had a couple players i asked about in a separate 5 star review, but could rick share his draft grade/report on mahomes coming into the 2017 draft
  • Franpizz
    Great podcast - Are Iu players underrated ?
    What do you think about guys like Kurtis Rourke, Elijah Sarratt, Mikhail Kamara, Jalin Walker, Aiden Fisher and Deangelo Ponds? Do you think they could get drafted ?? Are they under or overrated ?
  • jackdraymond1
    Congrats on 200!
    Congrats on 200 episodes! Great podcast on the NFL Draft. As a Jags fan, can never get enough draft content
  • Agshahahrjah
    Great show
    Ryan and Rick are the bros. Let’s hear about some of the cocks that are league bound. (TJ sanders, Kyle kennard, rocket sanders)
  • PBayles
    Great Podcast
    Been listening since I got the day 1 ad on the Cover 3 Podcast. I saw Trapasso put Jalen Royals from Utah State in the first round. Would love to here your thoughts on him. #goaggies
  • Gamecockelite 8
    Y’all’s banter is great
    Wait for the podcast to drop every week. Would love for a review on Kyle Kennard from South Carolina. Feel like he hasn’t gotten the notice he deserves. Keep up the awesome content
  • DefinitelyNotTheHost
    Great NFL Draft Analysis!
    Hey guys, love the show. I’m pretty new to dynasty fantasy football and watching lots of college and you guys have been great. I would love if you guys could talk about Alonza Barnett III from JMU. Really liked what I saw in some high lights that looked great but he isn’t being talked about anywhere and wonder if my intrigue is fueled by my inexperience.
  • He's disheveled
    Kentucky WRs
    Barion Brown and Dane Key - both 4 star prospects out of HS and true juniors this year. Would be great to hear about both but Barion is probably more likely to enter the draft and will be a combine standout.
  • dholmes77
    Get Pick Six Podcast back
    Ryan, I enjoy the transition to you and Rick for back end NFL draft coverage, but we need the Pick Six podcast back with Brinson & Breech at a minimum
  • Cinnaroo
    Nick Nash
    Wr San Jose st currently a top 5 wr in yards in the country and most in touchdowns
  • Creed167
    Prospect for you guys
    David Walker Defensive End/LB University of Central Arkansas (FCS) All American A-SUN Defensive Player of the Year
  • Foot from the Mac
    5 star review
    Y’all are sleeping on Kyle Effort linebacker from Ga Tech he is Jack Campbell 2.0
  • ChillCam32
    Episode 178 College QB ratings
    How did yall not even mention Klubnick after he had a 92.3% completion percentage, 378 passing yards, 7 total TDs?? Also love the show, think it would be hilarious for Rick to get a squeeze ball with Ryan’s face on it lol
  • JmericaJ
    Are you out of your mind?
    Just read a review that said Ryan is great and they needed to draft him a new partner instead of Rick Spielman. On top of that Ryan was crowing about his dollar bet victory over Rick with a conclusion that his victory shows that he is just as smart as NFL professionals. The ONLY reason to listen to this show is the actual information that Rick Spielman is able to share with the audience. The format of the show is amusing but without Rick this is just another show with another “know nothing” talking head saying random controversial nonsense about the NFL. Listen to the show! Rick actually makes you smarter about the NFL and the NFL draft process.
  • Meowner
    A must listen for NFL fans
    Always stoked for a new episode. It’s very cool to learn how things really work in the NFL, especially around draft season. Rick is awesome.
  • Pats1196
    Ryan is great
    With the first pick I hope Deebo drafts Ryan a new partner. Rick is like a pompous Teddy Ruxpin that only has the starter cassette.
  • 19mjs79
    5 stars
    The uploads are frequent/timely, and the shows have been excellent lately.
  • Tommy Slaton
    Mailbag question
    This pod is the best. Wilson and Rick together are both insightful and hilarious. I have a mailbag question if you all don’t mind. I am a life long Vikings fan. Rick recently said we almost had to trade 3 firsts to move up for JJ if that is what it takes. Wilson noted that we would be losing value there because everyone else is getting their guy for one pick. My question is, if we are going to lose value y wouldn’t we just draft penix at 11? Is JJ really 2+ first round picks better than penix? Side note: love and appreciate u Rick for all u did for our organization.
  • DFresh1974
    Draft
    Love the show guys
  • Vince E.C
    Mailbag Q
    Overall, this seems like one of the stronger Draft classes we’ve seen in a while! Compared to the weaker 2022 class, how many of the 2024 prospects would go first overall if they were coming out in 2022 (over Travon Walker, Derek Stingley, etc)
  • Anti vice
    Great info with entertaining delivery
    Rock Spielman brings great knowledge and perspective and Ryan Wilson is a great host. Renardo Green.
  • Falcfan2010
    Great
    What about the falcons drafting a receiver they really need one and maybe Atlanta trades down and get chop Robinson then going and drafting a receiver and corner later and the bears should draft Byron murphy because they already have an edge but they need interior help and Byron Murphy is awesome maybe Jonny newton if yall like him a lot
  • My account (dad)
    Hilarious and informative
    This is a must listen! The chemistry between these two is awesome. I guarantee you will be entertained and ,by the time the draft rolls around, you will know the names that are called as they call them. If you happen to like wagering, this pod helped me nail 5 of 6 draft prop bets (LaPorta as 1st TE off the board was a +6000 long shot that missed, and in retrospect, he outperformed Kincaid). Bottom line: add this one to your list!
  • Finn235
    Let go
    Wow, what a great podcast with lots of good information and breakdown of players. Love the banter very entertaining and I love Debos dry sense of humor. Hey Ryan sending you $100 in one dollar bills so you won’t go bankrupt.
  • Dominick PDominick Petrillo
    Great show
    Great show and love the interaction between the host. Although I think Rick might be able to be a little more snarky. OK, maybe not. I have a question for the general manager. Sorry I mean, Rick. The original general manager. It is about coaching. I am sure it is different in all teams, but I have always been curious. You mentioned the head coach hires the coaching staff, which is understandable. My questions are about the finances. Is it normally we have X amount of money and you can find your person for that amount? we want Coach see how much he wants? Or we have X amount of money for an entire staff so get who you want with that amount of money?
  • B3asy
    Trash
    Their 2 round mock draft shows they have NO IDEA what teams need or who they will draft. Typical CBS sports; trash
  • Sam5789275
    Fantastic show with year-round insights!
    I love this show. I’ve been a regular listener since the first episode. Insights from Rick and Ryan are great, in the offseason through training camp and through the NFL season. Definitely will continue listening to every new episode. I’d love to hear a review of WR Devaughn Vele coming out of Utah.
  • MuckNole
    Love Rick’s insights!!!
    I would like to hear Rick’s evaluation on FSU CB Jarrian Jones. Thanks for the great pod week in and week out!! Also bonus question, Rick have you ever been out to Muck Coty aka Belle Glade/Pahokee FL?
  • of xthd hdidnxhzybd
    Fantastic Show
    Awesome podcast with tons of insight! Could you please review USC WR Tahj Washington? Thanks guys!
  • noah1jagger
    Love the show!
    Love the podcast. Was hoping to hear about Sione Vaki and Cole Bishop.
  • NightGobbler
    Laiatu Latu
    Would love to hear your thoughts on Laiatu Latu. I’ve heard he’s often seen as the best pass rusher in the class, but would love to know why he isn't seen as an ELITE prospect. Thanks!
  • RayHamel170
    Review Request
    I watched these guys recently and really liked them, but they seem like afterthoughts on draft boards: Arkansas CB Dwight McGlothern W. Michigan EDGE Marshawn Kneeland Missouri IDL Darius Robinson Notre Dame CB Cam Hart Thoughts? Thanks, Ray, Omaha, NE
  • FF champion1
    Rick is awful
    I really really want to like the podcast but Rick is so condescending and treats everyone else like they’re children. It’s a shame because it could be so much better
  • Jamal7
    Too many mistakes
    Seem like nice enough guys but simply too many mistakes. Once I hear something patently incorrect and pretty commonly known I have to turn it off, tough to take seriously. Last ep a host said Tannehill was drafted by the titans in the first 5 minutes. Next one Spielman named Kyren Williams a rookie back to watch. If I know more about who is in these draft classes, why would I listen to the show? It’s a niche topic that they somehow still bungle.
  • Drewski1818
    5 star review
    Love the podcast. Would love to hear your thoughts on Quinyon Mitchell out of Toledo
  • JPat_18
    Best Draft Podcast
    The content and conversation between Rick and Rick entertaining and really information! The things they talk about are what a fan from the outside looking on want to hear. Here is my player that I would love to hear your thoughts on: Brian Thomas Jr.
  • dtfygytffufjyg
    Very interesting
    Hey, I’d love to hear about the RBs in this draft. What teams need one and ranking of Corum, Allen, and the Texas dude.
  • E Brill
    Great show!
    Really enjoy the show, and the back-and-forthness between all of you (including Debo!) Would love for y’all to look and review Hayden Hatten from the University of Idaho. Rick is going to dislike the comparison quite a bit, but upon watching Hatten and Puka Nacua at UofI and BYU, these guys played VERY similar in college.
  • itpointer
    What would you do?
    With the bears winning a few games, could you see a scenario where they don’t use the 1st pick on Caleb Williams?
  • Matthewjosephclarke
    A great listen
    I found y’all last March before the 2023 draft and I have not missed a show yet. Y’all are very knowledgeable and entertaining to listen to. Keep up the great work!! Would love to hear y’all’s opinion on Jaylan Ford LB Texas
  • Citrusflow
    Best Draft Show!
    Started listening to this show before the draft last year to prepare for my fantasy football rookie drafts.. and these guys were awesome! Ryan and Rick are both so much fun to listen to as well as being exceptionally knowledgeable about skills and traits of future stars. These guys identified Sam Laporta before anyone else and it paid off for me huge! For my 5 star review can you please do Brian Thomas Jr. from LSU. Does he have what it takes to become the next DK Metcalf? Is his talent overshadowed by Nabers greatness?
  • Ethan from Oklahoma
    5 star review
    Great podcast the back and forth arguments are always cracking me up. A recruit I think you should look at is Danny Stutsman from Oklahoma i don’t know if he is going to the draft this year but he really made some strides this year for that Oklahoma defense!
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