Episode Details

Episode 156: Bryan Broaddus and Voch Lombardi are joined by ESPN NFL Draft analyst Jordan Reid for a loaded deep dive into the future of the Dallas Cowboys defense, the chaos of the 2026 NFL Draft, and the biggest questions facing Dallas heading into the season. Jordan opens the show by pulling back the curtain on his long-standing relationship with Cowboys Defensive Coordinator Christian Parker and explains why Dallas’ defense could surprise people this year. How important will intelligent, instinctive defenders be in Parker’s system? And what kind of impact could Caleb Downs have working alongside him? The crew dives into the revamped linebacker room, debates whether building a higher floor or chasing a higher ceiling is the smarter roster-building strategy, and breaks down why the 2026 NFL Draft board felt completely unpredictable from Round 1 through Day 3. Jordan also gives his thoughts on older prospects, NIL’s growing influence on scouting, and how money and positional value continue to shape draft decisions behind the scenes. Bryan and Voch press Jordan on how chaotic team boards really were this year—and which organizations handled the madness best. The Q&A segment brings even more heat: How should Dallas maximize George Pickens? Did the Cowboys do enough defensively this offseason? Who would’ve drafted Caleb Downs if Dallas passed? What would it have taken to land Rueben Bain Jr.? And finally—the debate Cowboys fans won’t stop arguing about: Caleb Downs or Maxx Crosby?

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