NFL Draft: Reality or Overreaction?

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today. Subscribe now for fast, daily updates on your team. The NFL scouting combine has just wrapped up in Indianapolis, sparking endless debates about prospect measurables like speed and arm length. Experts at CBS Sports broke down the hottest topics, sorting them into reality or overreaction as teams eye the 2026 draft. Take Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson. His limited starts and inconsistencies raised doubts, but injuries explained some issues, and his upside could land him in the late first round, if one. Coach Bison, much like the giants did last year with another raw talent. Fans and analysts overreacted to wide receiver carnautates 4.53 second 40 yard dash, calling it too slow, yet stars like Puka, Nakua ran similar times and thrived. A viral interview clip also had folks worried about USC's Mackay lemon sliding, but it's more about competition from peers than any gaff. Meanwhile, Miami-Ed Russia Rubin Bains

1:01shorter arms drew knocks, but his college impact should keep him in top 10 talks for teams that prioritize. Production over ideals. Georgia offensive tackle Monroe Freeling, wowed at 6 foot 7 and 315 pounds with a 4.9 340 positioning him as a legit top 10 candidate in a thin tackle class. The draft heads to Pittsburgh, April 23rd through 25th. This story is made possible by our sponsor. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you, a pillow with built-in sound, S-O-L-L-I, solypilo.com