Allar's Draft Stock Soars

0:00For the NFL, it's March 18th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The 2026 NFL draft is shaping up with a familiar feel at quarterback, much like last year. Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, the Highsman winner and national champ, looks like a lock to go number one overall to the Las Vegas Raiders. It would be their first top pick since Dr. Marcus Russell back in 2007. After Mendoza, the quarterback picture gets cloudy. Alabama's tie Simpson sits as the clear number two prospect. But Penn State's Drew Allers pushing hard to climb back up. A season ending ankle injury last fall, tanked his stock from first round status amid a rough year for the Nidney Lions, alarmed press at the NFL Combine in February and Penn State's pro day recently, flashing his strong arm, mobility, and big frame at 6'5", 2 on 28 pounds. Fans of quarterback hungry teams are buzzing with comparisons to early career Josh Allen

1:00after he nailed deep throws. Team fits for Aller include the Los Angeles Rams as a smooth successor to Matthew Stafford under Sean McVey, the New York Jets as insurance behind. Geno Smith, Carolina Panthers, Wang Options Beyond Bryce Young, and Pittsburgh Steelers matching his size to their recent picks. Usually mock drafts show no other quarterbacks cracking the top 10, with the Jets grabbing a linebacker at number 2 and defense is dominating. Aller's draft spot could hinge on how teams weigh his upside against those mechanical tweaks. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. Some people meditate, I just lay down and press play, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-E-P-L-O-D-C-A-I.