Friend of the show, Matt Verderame, who has just joined Sports Illustrated, jumped on ‘The Andrew Steele Podcast’ to break down what has been a huge week in the NFL so far.
From Lamar Jackson being given the Non-Exclusive Tag by the Baltimore Ravens to Aaron Rodgers holding talks with the New York Jets, we’re starting to see the QB dominos fall.
We also get into the four-year, $160 million deal given to Daniel Jones by the New York Giants, Derek Carr signing with the New Orleans Saints and the most intriguing teams to keep an eye on in NFL Free Agency.
(3:00) We open up the show by Matt explaining the differences between the Exclusive and Non-Exclusive Tag, and what it means for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens.
(5:10) Why are so many quarterback-needy teams distancing themselves from Jackson? Is it the guaranteed money issue? Is it injuries?
(8:00) What are the best fits for Jackson if he did move on from Baltimore? Matt loves the idea of LJ in Atlanta.
(10:15) We do a deep dive into why Aaron Rodgers isn’t a guaranteed home run for the Jets, and why there’s plenty of downside to a potential trade.
(13:30) If the Jets miss out on Rodgers, is there a path available for them to go out and swing a deal for Jackson? Matt dishes why Jimmy G is the best and most likely backup option for New York.
(16:00) Did the Giants panic by giving a four-year deal with a boatload of cash to Daniel Jones? Matt thinks they did.
(18:45) Matt gives his verdict on the Derek Carr deal and why it is win-win for the player and for the Saints.
(20:25) Matt gives his picks for the teams to keep an eye on in NFL Free Agency, including the Colts, the Falcons and the Bears.
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The Andrew Steele Podcast: Ep 6: Matt Verderame