EPISODES

SCOUTS

SPECIAL GUESTS

EP1 Quarterbacks

NFL scouts Mike Mayock and Mark Ellenz break down top 2026 quarterback draft prospects, including Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza, Carson Beck, Ty Simpson, and more. Plus, two-time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning shares advice for rookie quarterbacks and reveals the biggest misconception about playing the position.

Watch now: YouTube

Mark Ellenz &

Mike Mayock

Eli Manning

EP2 Running Backs

NFL scouts break down top 2026 running back draft prospects, including Jadarian Price, Jeremiyah Love, Emmett Johnson, Jonah Coleman, and more. Plus, Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk shares what it was really like to be evaluated, what the NFL taught him about the business of football, and

why coaching at an HBCU means everything to him.

Watch now: YouTube

John Idzik &

Jeff Robinson

Marshall Faulk

EP 3 Wide Receivers

Former NFL scouts and executives share their scouting reports on the top wide receiver prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft Class and compare it to Sumer’s AI-powered insights. Plus, former All-Pro great, Steve Smith Sr. reveals his evaluation process, talks about why he played angry and opens up about his mental struggles.

Watch now: YouTube

Joel Patten &

Eric Stokes

Steve Smith Sr.

EP 4 Tight Ends

Tight ends do everything—block, catch, and create mismatches. Hear from former NFL tight end Pete Metzelaars about catching Super Bowl touchdowns and coaching Antonio Gates, plus the story of lunch with Gronk that convinced scouts he was worth the risk.

Watch now: YouTube

Phil Emery &

Pete Metzelaars

EP 5 Defensive Linemen

Former Bears GM Phil Emery and former Panthers Director of Pro Scouting Mark Koncz break down the 2026 defensive line class with SumerSports AI-powered tracking data. Plus, Hall of Famer Howie Long also joins for an unfiltered conversation on what it truly takes to develop as a dominant NFL defensive lineman.

Watch now: YouTube

Phil Emery &

Mark Koncz

Howie Long

EP 6 Offensive Linemen

Offensive linemen do the toughest job with the least recognition. Former NFL tackle Joel Patten shares stories about battling Reggie White and blocking for Eric Dickerson, revealing what scouts look for in the trenches.

Air date: Mar. 19, 2026

Joel Patten &

Mike Mayock

Joe Thomas

EP 7 Defensive Backs

The secondary is where elite athleticism meets football IQ. The story behind the Legion of Boom—how Eric Stokes helped scout converted wide receiver Richard Sherman and converted quarterback Kam Chancellor into Super Bowl champions.

Air date: Mar. 26, 2026

Jeff Robinson &

Eric Stokes

Will Blackmon

EP 8 Linebackers

Linebackers are the quarterbacks of the defense. Hear stories about the legendary Dick Butkus and learn what scouts prioritize when evaluating the position: toughness, instincts, and competitiveness.

Air date: Apr. 2, 2026

Nolan Nawrocki &

Mike Mallory 

Luke Kuechly

EP 9 Underdogs

Not every NFL star gets drafted in the first round. A panel of former GMs share stories of finding hidden gems and explain what separates players who overcome long odds from those who don't.

Air date: Apr. 9, 2026

Mike Mayock &

Mike Maccagnan

Maxx Crosby

EP 10 Coaches

Great players win games, but great coaches build dynasties. Hear from scouts who worked under Bill Belichick, Nick Saban, and Jon Gruden—what separates championship coaches and how scouts evaluate coaching talent.

Air date: Apr. 16, 2026

Mike Mayock

Steve Mariucci