Pro Football Talk Live With Mike Florio

Mike gets Peter King's thoughts on the big news of the week, including the Sam Darnold trade, Ryan Day criticizing players who opted out, and Jerry Jones' reported love for TE prospect Kyle Pitts.Which Doesn't Belong and Why? - Tom Brady's QB whisperers, NFL players in Wrestlemania, & QBs on "prove-it" deals.Draft: Losses Teams Should Still Be Ticked About (inspired by the Mets controversial walk-off win yesterday)Patrick Mahomes is out of a walking boot, and Chiefs fans exhale.

When Josh Allen was asked about the franchise tag, he said "I don’t think it’s great for the team or the player.” Is a big extension with the Bills a mere formality for him?Justin Fields will throw for teams next week, including the 49ers. Is he still in the running for the #3 overall pick?A day after Deshaun Watson's accusers spoke out, his sponsor started cutting ties with him. Does the NFL need to address his status immediately?Tom Brady praised Bruce Arians, and no longer thinks the Patriot Way is the only way.

We reach into the PFT Mailbag to answer your questions. What's the most likely 2021 outcome for Teddy Bridgewater? Would the NFL have vetoed a trade involving Deshaun Watson? What should we expect out of Jalen Hurts this year? And do the Cowboys have to draft a defender in Round 1?Virginia Tech CB Caleb Farley spoke with Chris yesterday. He's the top corner on Chris' board, but will his injury concerns drop him on draft day?Draft: Places You’d Keep The Super Bowl Permanently (in honor of The Masters at Augusta National)Dak Prescott is throwing again. What does Simms think of his form right now as he recovers from his ankle injury?

In a powerful press conference yesterday, Ashley Solis put a face and voice to the Deshaun Watson accusers. What does her statement mean for the QB? Could the Texans also be implicated in these cases? Will there be even greater federal crimes that Watson has to answer to? Florio explains all angles from a legal perspective.

In the wake of the Sam Darnold trade, Jets GM Joe Douglas no longer has to hide that they will draft Zach Wilson. Meanwhile, Panthers GM Scott Fitterer says Carolina could still draft a QB, but Simms isn't buying it. What does Darnold have to do to guarantee he's the starter beyond this year? Finally, why haven't the 49ers asked Nick Saban about Mac Jones?A report says Bill Belichick ignored his scouts when he drafted N'Keal Harry over better wide receivers. Is this leak coming from former Pats employee Nick Caserio?Draft: Best 2021 for QBs on New Teams - Is the outlook better for Matthew Stafford, Carson Wentz, Sam Darnold, or whoever the 49ers take at #3?Carlos Dunlap says that Russell Wilson told him he's "here to stay" in Seattle, but Florio doesn't buy it.

Florio and Simms hit all angles of the Sam Darnold trade. Are the Jets now locked in on Zach Wilson? Did they get enough from the Panthers? What happens to Teddy Bridgewater?How did Aaron Rodgers do in his first night hosting Jeopardy? And could be both host and Packers QB at the same time?Sammy Watkins has plenty of praise for Lamar Jackson, but how much of an impact will the WR have on the Ravens offense?

AFC Win Totals are up on PointsBet, so Mike and Chris talk through which overs and unders they like best.Ryan Day defended Justin Fields' commitment, but how did he go too far in criticizing players who opted out?Draft: Most Disappointing Jets QBs - Did Sam Darnold make the list?

Aaron Rodgers' episodes as Jeopardy! host start tonight. Will this give us a glimpse of his life after football? And when will that be, exactly?Meanwhile, the 49ers reportedly want a 1st round pick for Jimmy Garoppolo. Is there any chance a team would pay them that?Deshaun Watson's status could change dramatically now that someone has officially filed criminal charges against him. Florio gives us the lawyer's perspective.Matt Nagy is again taking charge of playcalling this season, and Simms tells us if that's the best thing for the Bears.

NFC Win Totals are out, and Mike and Chris look through the best bets. Simms takes us through his 2021 Draft EDGE Rankings.Draft: NFL Figures Who’d Make The Best Show Host (inspired by Aaron Rodgers' Jeopardy host run starting tonight)Patrick Mahomes tweeted an Easter family photo, but Chiefs fans are concerned about the walking boot on his foot.

Charean joins Mike for Friday's show and they kick it off with some NFC East QB talk. Is Washington set with its current QBs, and is Ryan Fitzpatrick a lock for the starting job? Does a healthy Dak Prescott make the Cowboys a contender? And does Daniel Jones have the weapons to make the Giants a winner?While the Bucs reload for another Super Bowl run, GM Jason Licht says he's not worried about eventually being in salary cap hell.There's drama in Chargers ownership, as Dean Spanos' sister is trying to force him to sell the team.

Florio and Charean review the biggest stories of the week. How likely is Jimmy Garoppolo to be on a different team? Will the 49ers take Mac Jones? Is Justin Fields underrated?T.Y. Hilton says that Carson Wentz has some "Andrew Luck traits." Where do Wentz's weapons rank among the other QBs in new homes?Draft: Players Who'd Look Coolest in Single-Digit Numbers - With news that the NFL may vote to let more players wear single-digit jerseys, which players looked the best in single-digits in college?

Robert Kraft had a lot to say yesterday about the Patriots spending spree, their poor recent drafts, and if Cam Newton had enough weapons around him to succeed last year.Giants Owner John Mara is frustrated with a half-decade of irrelevance, but is this a make-or-break year for GM Dave Gettleman?Deshaun Watson’s lawyer released some more statements as his lawsuits mount, but does it help or hurt his case?Tyler Lockett agreed to an extension with the Seahawks. Will that change Russell Wilson’s desire to stay in Seattle?

Two possible Top 5 picks shined at their Pro Days yesterday. Could LSU WR Ja'Marr Chase reunite with Joe Burrow in Cincinnati? Are the Falcons targeting TE Kyle Pitts?The NCAA could be meeting its reckoning in the Supreme Court, as it could soon be forced to pay its athletes. Florio breaks down all the legal angles of this potentially massive ruling.Draft: Best Trick Plays in NFL History - In honor of April Fools' Day, we hit the Philly Special, fake spike, and memorable tricks.

NFL owners voted to officially expand the NFL regular season for the first time since 1978. Mike and Chris examine the ripple effects of a 17-game schedule...Super Bowl on Presidents' Day weekend? Two bye weeks per team? More international games? 18-game schedules? Expansion beyond 32 teams?Also, Roger Goodell said the NFL plans to play in full stadiums this season, and there is reason for that optimism.Bruce Arians got a Super Bowl LV tattoo, and he spoke about the Bucs having offers out to Antonio Brown.

QB Pro Days: After Mac Jones overthrew a couple of passes at his Pro Day, should the 49ers still consider drafting him at #3 overall? Justin Fields had buzz at his workout, but Simms says it still doesn't compare to Zach Wilson's. And what teams could consider Kellen Mond in the first/second round?Mark Murphy declined to talk about Aaron Rodgers' contract. Are the Packers now with him on a year-to-year basis?Draft: Single-Season Records That Will Fall First - Which marks are now in trouble with the 17-game season?Notre Dame Pro Day - Chris gives a rundown of the best Fighting Irish prospects.

Yesterday Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch spoke about Jimmy Garoppolo, Mac Jones, and...Chris Simms? What we can read into San Francisco's plans.With Alabama's Pro Day today, Nick Saban had a lot of praise for QB Mac Jones & WR DeVonta Smith.Florio gives you the latest on Deshaun Watson, who is now facing 19 lawsuits.

Mike and Chris react to some notable sound bites from yesterday. Ohio State Head Coach Ryan Day says Justin Fields "checks all the boxes." Giants Owner John Mara is "getting impatient." Matthew Stafford is "reenergized" with the Rams. GM Brad Holmes says the big trades of last week "don't change" the Lions plans for pick #7. And Stephon Gilmore is "very open" to an extension with the Patriots.A former Patriots player says that teammates lost trust in Jimmy Garoppolo when he was in New England. Should we rule out a Jimmy G-Bill Belichick reunion?Draft: NFL Players Who’d Make The Best Wrestling Stars - In honor of the WWE coming to Peacock, Florio and Simms talk about which guys they want to see in the ring.

A wild Friday brought 2 huge trades that will shake up the 2021 Draft. By moving from #12 to #3, the 49ers are set up to get their QB of the future. But will it be Mac Jones, Justin Fields or Trey Lance? And Florio calls BS on the reports that San Francisco is still committed to Jimmy Garoppolo.From the Dolphins perspective, Simms thinks their move from #3 to #12 to #6 ultimately means they're looking to grab top WR talent Ja'Marr Chase or DeVonta Smith.And finally, the Eagles moved from #6 back to #12. Does this mean they're committed to Jalen Hurts for this season?

Urban Meyer all but confirmed to Peter King that the Jaguars are taking Trevor Lawrence #1 in the Draft. Meanwhile Chris' top QB, Zach Wilson, balled out at his Pro Day workout. Are the Jets set on him at #2?The NFLPA is pushing for another virtual offseason, and Simms hates it.Draft: Jimmy Garoppolo's 2021 Team - Where could the 49ers QB be headed this offseason?The Bucs brought another piece back by re-signing Leonard Fournette, and the Ravens finally signed a WR.

Peter King joins Florio to recap another busy offseason week.Mike McCarthy says the focus of the Cowboys offseason is on their defense. If Dak Prescott is healthy, should they be the favorite in the NFC East? Steelers owner Art Rooney explains expectations for Ben Roethlisberger this year and his hopes for a 17-game seasons.Joe Flacco indicated yesterday that his focus is on preparing to play, not to mentor Jalen Hurts. Are the Eagles looking at a QB competition?The NFL is taking another step closer to the "sky judge" referee that Florio has lobbied so long for.