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The Arena TEASES The Release of The NFL Schedule as Skip Bayless & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the rumors leaking about the NFL Schedule including the Dallas Cowboys' Week 1 battle with division rival New York Giants and debate if the Cowboys should still be considered sleepers this year despite having the 4th hardest schedule in the entire NFL. They also give their take on Tom Brady taking a shot at Dallas Cowboys fans during the roast of Kevin Hart before giving their picks for Defensive Rookie of The Year with Cowboys's 1st Round Pick Caleb Downs leading the way. Next, they analyze quarterback situations around the league highlighting Justin Herbert as a potential MVP candidate with the gunslinger finally getting an offensive minded coach in Mike McDaniel and debate how this year will shake out for former top 5 draft pick Anthony Richardson as the Indianapolis Colts have seemingly given up on their franchise QB. They also react to Cade Klubnik emerging as a potential starter for the New York Jets this season as the 4th Round Pick described himself as the winner this franchise needs before giving their take on Russell Wilson deciding between media and the New York Jets to challenge Klubnik as the starter for his next team. Finally, they continue to discuss a potential reunion between Odell Beckham Jr and the New York Giants as the former superstar wide receiver is still teasing a comeback to the NFL and debate who is the best remaining NFL Free Agent after offensive pieces like Jauan Jennings and David Njoku signed this weekend.

Skip Bayless Recaps His HOSTILE Return To First Take as the legendary sports media figure joins the Arena Gridiron Crew to break down his return to ESPN to go toe to toe with Stephen A Smith after 10 years and defend his explosive take that LeBron James is the 9th best NBA Player of All Time. They then react to Aaron Rodgers teasing his return to football as all signs are pointing to the 4 time NFL MVP returning to play for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season and debate if the future hall of famer can guide the Steelers to back to back division titles in the AFC North before breaking down Stephen Jones' take on the Micah Parsons trade, saying that the Cowboys were on the right side of history after trading their franchise superstar. Next, they react to Stefon Diggs being found not guilty on strangulation charges in an incident with a private chef and debate if any NFL team should sign the former all pro receiver fresh off a 1000 yard season and Super Bowl appearance before reacting to raheem Morris agreeing to join the San Francisco 49ers as their defensive coordinator and discuss if he is the missing piece to take the 9ers over the hump. Finally, they take a look at the current Super Bowl odds featuring some surprises and give their take on Russell Wilson deciding between media and the New York Jets for his next team.

The Cowboys DESERVE to be favorites In the NFC East fires up The Arena as Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib and co break down the current odds for each team in the NFC East to win the NFC championship and go to the Super Bowl as the current favorites to come out of the NFC from the NFC East is currently the Philadelphia Eagles. Do Skip Bayless's Cowboys have a chance to contend for an NFC title next year? It has been over 30 years since the Cowboys last won the NFC. Next, they talk about Texas Longhorns Quarterback Arch Manning and if current NFL Teams are already eyeing him to be the number 1 pick in next year's NFL Draft. Finally, the Arena reacts to recent videos of Houston Texans Quarterback CJ Stroud already getting in offseason workouts. After Stroud's struggles last season, The Arena debates if he has what it takes to be a premier Quarterback at the NFL level, or if the Houston Texans would be better off looking elsewhere in the future.

The Browns paving the Way for Deshaun Watson stuns The Arena as Skip Bayless, Aqib Talib, Cody Kessler, & Kenyon Martin react to a top Cleveland Browns reporter claiming that people inside the Browns organization are planning on Deshaun Watson to be the Starting QB over Shedeur Sanders heading into next season. Would this kind of decision by the Browns hinder the growth of Shedeur, and force him to seek out other options in the NFL? Next, they react to Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens finally signed his franchise tender, officially locking him up for next season. Will Skip's Cowboys think about eventually signing Pickens to a long term deal, as Skip Believes Pickens will want to be paid similarly to other wide outs like Jaxson Smith-Njigba, and his teammate Ceedee Lamb. Finally, the Arena reacts to the ongoing Quarterback situation in Pittsburgh as Aaron Rodgers has yet to make a decision if he's coming back or if he will retire, simply leaving the Steelers with no QB option if he does decide to call it quits.

The Cleveland Browns RELOADED For Shedeur Sanders In The NFL Draft according to Skip Bayless as Skip & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the Browns using all 4 of their highest picks in the NFL Draft on offensive players and break down how the team is putting Shedeur Sanders in the best position to prove he's a franchise quarterback. They also discuss the team taking Quarterback Tayle Breen in the 6th Round to give Sheduer even more competition in training camp before Skip goes scortched earth on his rival Micah Parsons as the former Dallas Cowboy gave harsh criticism on the Philadelphia Eagles' selection of Makai Lemon in the 1st Round of the Draft. Next, they react to Jerry Jones' comments on his performance in the 2026 NFL Draft as he believes the Cowboys did enough to turn things around and get back to the NFL Playoffs and debate which team improved the most in the NFC East as the Cowboys, Eagles, Commanders and Giants all left the draft with high grades. They then do the same for the AFC West as Aqib Talib comments on the rivals to his Denver Broncos loading up with players like Fernando Mendoza and Mansoor Delane before giving their take on the Los Angeles Rams' draft as many around the league believe the team's first round selection of Ty Simpson and entire draft class was the worst in the NFL. Finally, our QB Guru Cody Kessler breaks down all the Quarterbacks drafted outside the 1st round like Carson Beck & Drew Allar and gives his pick for the biggest sleeper in the class before the crew examines the controversial draft for the New York Jets and debates if they made some of the best or worst picks on football's biggest night. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

The 1st Round Of The NFL Draft LIGHTS UP The Arena as Skip Bayless & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the 1st round of the NFL Draft and break down the biggest winners and losers from the biggest night in football. They kick things off by reacting to the most shocking moment of the draft as the Los Angeles Rams grabbed their quarterback of the future by selecting Ty Simpson 13th overall and debate if using a high pick to secure the heir to Matthew Stafford was the right move for a team in the middle of a Super Bowl window. They then react to the landing spots for 1st Round Wide Receivers Carnell Tate, Jordan Tyson, Makai Lemon, KC Concepcion and Omar Cooper Jr and break down if landing with teams like the Tennessee Titants & Philadelphia Eagles changes anything about their pre-draft perceptions of these pass catchers. Next, Skip Bayless gives a grade for the Dallas Cowboys draft as Jerry Jones made 2 huge trades to move up and down to land Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence and debate if these 2 defensive superstars made Dallas the winners of the draft as they aimed to turn around the Cowboys's horrendous defense. Finally, they break down the New York Giants' night as Big Blue used their 2 top 10 picks to take advantage of a falling Arvell Reese and secure some protection for Jaxson Dart with Francis Mauigoa and discuss the Arizona Cardinals stunning move to take running back Jeremiyah Love at #3 and make him one of the highest paid RBs in the league despite never taking an NFL snap. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

The Cincinatti Bengals' MONSTER Trade BLOWS AWAY The Arena as Skip Bayless & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the Bengals trading the 10th pick in the NFL Draft to the New York Giants in exchange for Dexter Lawrence and debate if the Bengals overpaid for a defensive superstar to bolster their team in a key year for Joe Burrow and the team. They also welcome NFL Draft Expert Hayden Winks back to the arena to preview the NFL Draft and break down what the New York Giants will do with their unprecedented draft capital, highlighting Sonny Styles and Carnell Tate as the most likely options for their 2 top 10 picks. Next, they continue the discussion on the #2 pick in the draft where the New York Jets will have to decide between David Bailey & Arvell Reese and break down Hayden's most recent mock draft where he has surprising selections like the Dallas Cowboys landing Rueben Bain at #12 and Ty Simpson heading to the Arizona Cardinals at the end of the 1st Round. Finally, they continue their break down of the Wide Receivers as Hayden has KC Concepcion ranked ahead of consensus picks like Makai Lemon and Jordyn Tyson before All-Pro Cornerback Aqib Talib analyzes the incoming class of corners and gives his pick for the best ball hawks in this class. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

Skip Bayless LOVES The Dallas Cowboys Rumored Draft Day Trade as Skip Bayless, Rashad McCants & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the industry widely reporting that the Dallas Cowboys are looking to trade up in next week's NFL Draft and debate which defensive prospects like Sonny Styles or Rueben Bain The Cowboys would target if they were to make a big move on draft day. They also react to reports that several teams are looking to make moves during the draft and break down what moves they would like to see before reacting to the breaking news of Houston Texans defensive superstar Will Anderson Jr. receiving a massive extension to make him the highest paid non-QB in the NFL, sparking a debate on if the young game breaker deserves such a monster contract. Next, they react to more drama from the Baltimore Ravens as pro bowl wide receiver Zay Flowers ripped his former coach John Harbaugh for his hard practices that resulted in a bevy of injuries to key players and discuss if there's any truth to Flowers' statement before continuing their conversation on the top wideouts in the NFL Draft as Arena favorite Jordyn Tyson held a public workout for 20+ teams today as he looks to boost his draft stock over Carnell Tate & Makai Lemon. Finally, they react to new reports intensifying the likelihood of Dexter Lawrence getting traded by the New York Giants and debate what the G-Men should target in exchange for their franchise defensive cornerstone before giving their final takes on Dianna Russini & Mike Vrabel as the reporter announced her resignation from the Athletic this week amidst the publication's investigation of her relationship with the New England Patriots head coach. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

The Arena BATTLES Over The Best Player In The NFL Draft as Skip Bayless & The Arena Gridiron Crew continue to preview the upcoming NFL Draft and debate who is the best player available out of standout blue chip prospects like Fernando Mendoza and Jeremiyah Love. They also react to the release of reports detailing Reuben Bane's citation for careless driving in a 2024 car accident that resulted in a fatality and discuss if this news will cause the concensus top 5 pick to slide down draft boards in next week's draft. Next, they continue their conversation on the #1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza as the Las Vegas Raiders continue to be non-commital on the starter next season after signing Kirk Cousins and give their takes on what the Raiders should do with their franchise QB as they mold him into a pro bowl caliber player. They then highlight the best offensive players in the draft starting with Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love and rank the best wide recievers in the draft by breaking down the games of Carnell Tate, Makai Lemon, Jordan Tyson and KC Concepcion. Finally, they react to another wide receiver move for the Philadelphia Eagles as the team continued to signal AJ Brown is on the move by acquiring Dontayvion Wicks from the Green Bay Packers and Skip Bayless gives his take on what his Dallas Cowboys should do in the NFL Draft by reacting to reports that the team is looking to trade up and land one of the best defensive players in the draft. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!

Travis Hunter Moved To Defense SHAKES UP The Arena as Skip Bayless & The Arena Gridiron Crew react to the Jacksonville Jaguars announcing that superstar prospect Travis Hunter will be primarily playing defense in his 2nd season and debate if moving Hunter to full-time corner is the right move for last year's #2 overall pick. They then react to Odell Beckham Jr teasing a return to the NFL as the former superstar wide receiver is fueling rumors of a potential reunion with the New York Giants sparking a debate on if the team should bring back their former franchise player before continuing their discussion on Kirk Cousins agreeing to join the Las Vegas Raiders, in a move that will potentially put projected #1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza on the bench to start his NFL Career. Next, they continue to break down the season ahead for Lamar Jackson & The Baltimore Ravens as the former NFL MVP has completely bought in to the team's new regime and debate how much pressure is on Lamar to deliver this season after a slew of failures in the NFL Playoffs. Finally, they react to the viral drama with New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel caught red handed with NFL reporter Dianna Russini and give their take on the potentially unethical relationship before breaking down the trend of NFL prospects staying home for the NFL Draft and telling stories of their experiences getting drafted and hugging Roger Goodell. PLEASE Give us a LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!!