The Bucky Brooks Show

Bucky reacts to the blockbuster news of Aaron Rodgers is signing a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bucky breaks down the risk-reward factor for Pittsburgh, emphasizing the unique challenge of managing Rodgers’ big personality and declining mobility. He analyzes Rodgers' fit in Arthur Smith’s run-heavy offense, the importance of chemistry with new teammates like DK Metcalf and Pat Freiermuth, and how Mike Tomlin must balance leadership and accountability. Bucky also dives into how Rodgers must humble himself and play within the system if the Steelers are to avoid their first losing season under Tomlin.

Welcome back in to the Bucky Brooks Show! This week we have a loaded episode full of content from around the National Football League. Starting with something Coach Prime said in a guest spot on Asante Samuel's podcast, within the Bleav Network about the reports about Shedeur's draft situation. He then talks all about Jalen Ramsey, why he is leaving the Dolphins and where he might end up. He hits on the effect Travis Hunter is already having in Jacksonville and much much more. To hear it all listen in NOW to the Bucky Brooks Show NOW!

On this episode of The Bucky Brooks Show, Bucky breaks down why Micah Parsons should be the next $40 million NFL player and urges the Cowboys to act fast. He makes the case for Mason Rudolph as a viable starter for the Steelers in a run-first, defense-heavy system. Bucky also sees the Patriots as a potential 2025 sleeper under Mike Vrabel, thanks to a revamped roster and leadership reset. He wraps with thoughts on the NFL’s global expansion through flag football in the 2028 Olympics.

Join Bucky Brooks on a trip through the major stories this week in the NFL, starting with the MASSIVE payday that saw Brock Purdy join the $50 mil club. Was it worth it? Does he deserve THAT much? Listen in as Bucky tackles these questions along with the threat that George Pickens presents to the league having now been combined with CeeDee Lamb and the rest of the Cowboys offense. Stay tuned as Bucky takes us through the rare position that JJ McCarthy has found himself in and throwing his hat into the ring as to whether or not Nick Sirianni is an elite NFL Coach. Listen in ONLY right here on the Bucky Brooks Show!

Welcome back to The Bucky Brooks Show! On this episode, Bucky ranks a few of the top CFB QB's going into the 2025-26 season. Who has the most potential coming in? Which of these QB's have the best chance to bring their school to a national champion and a potential Heisman Trophy? Listen in to Bucky Brooks to hear what he has to say about the top QB's for the 2025-26 CFB season. Introduction 00:00 Rocco Becht 01:45 Carson Beck 03:20 Cade Klubnik 05:50 Nico Iamaleava 07:40 Garrett Nussmeier 09:30 LaNorris Sellers 12:00 Drew Allar 14:00 Arch Manning 16:00

Bob Papa and Chris Bisignano go LIVE for another exciting episode of the Mangia Cast and this time they brought on special guest, NFL Insider Bucky Brooks. Listen in as the guys eat, drink and talk everyone's favorite topic, football and more specifically, the NFL Draft. Why did Shedeur fall? Who went earlier than they should've? Did any team really come out and surprise Bucky with an absolute steal in a late round? Listen in NOW to find out what the experts think!

In this brand new, post draft episode of the Bucky Brooks show, Bucky takes us through the intricacies of what happened to Shedeur Sanders in the 2025 NFL Draft and tries to give an explanation as to why he might've fallen so far down. He also takes us through what is next for Shedeur, where do he and the Browns go from here, are they really going to keep 5 QBs on roster or who gets the boot? He also touches on each of the major QBs that got drafted and what he lieks from them and expects to see so stay tuned for that! Listen in to hear all of that and MORE right here on the Bucky Brooks Show!

Bucky Brooks takes you inside a chaotic and unforgettable first round of the NFL Draft, with the Jaguars trading up to take Travis Hunter as the headline move. Did they get it right? Bucky grades the pick and more in this full Round 1 breakdown.

Mike Mayock takes you through his Round 1 predictions for the 2025 NFL Draft. Titans 16:42 Browns 17:20 Giants 20:13 Patriots 21:00 Jaguars 21:11 Raiders 21:51 Jets 22:40 Panthers 23:20 Saints 24:17 Bears 26:49 49ers 27:28 Cowboys 28:29 Dolphins 29:45 Colts 31:28 Falcons 33:00 Cardinals 33:54 Bengals 34:45 Seahawks 36:22 Buccaneers 38:08 Broncos 38:58 Steelers 39:57 Chargers 43:43 Packers 44:38 Giants 45:30 Texans 47:24 Rams 48:10 Ravens 48:43 Lions 49:51 Commanders 50:50 Bills 52:30 Chiefs 53:16 Eagles 54:24

Welcome back to The Bucky Brooks Show! It's mock draft season, the season where everyone speculates which players go where. Bucky Brooks and the host of Bleav in Broncos, Patrick Chiotti, go back and forth drafting for all 32 franchises in the first round. Some draft picks might be easy, others not so much... What will your favorite team do in the first round of the NFL Draft? Find out how Bucky and Patrick view your favorite team in this mock draft special!

Welcome back to The Bucky Brooks Show! It's mock draft season, the season where everyone speculates which players go where. Bucky Brooks and the host of Bleav in Broncos, Patrick Chiotti, go back and forth drafting for all 32 franchises in the first round. Some draft picks might be easy, others not so much... What will your favorite team do in the first round of the NFL Draft? Find out how Bucky and Patrick view your favorite team in this mock draft special! Stay tuned for Part 2!

As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, Bucky Brooks urges listeners to cut through the noise and focus on what really matters: the tape. In this episode, Bucky shares insights on a handful of prospects he believes are being overlooked or misunderstood, emphasizing their college performances over pro-day numbers and media narratives. Players like Shedeur Sanders, Cam Skattebo, Mason Graham, Malaki Starks, and Luther Burden are all discussed as Bucky talks about their excellent game tape and how that translates best to the next level. Don’t be swayed by rumors or workouts — trust the tape.

Bucky Brooks is joined by Luke Easterling from Athlon Sports to breakdown the top QB prospects in the upcoming draft. The two discuss Cam Ward's high ceiling and overall ability, Shedeur Sanders' incredible poise and intangibles, and Jalen Milroe's game-breaking abilities. Luke also gives his takes on the rest of the QB class and what teams should be looking for in a quarterback prospect.

On this episode of The Bucky Brooks Show, Bucky debates on whether or not the Browns need to take a QB with the 2nd overall pick. With the assumption that Cam Ward is gone, do they risk take Shedeur Sanders or take the best player available and then look later for a QB? And speaking of mid round QBs, Bucky discusses what he calls the most intriguing QB in the class; Jalen Milroe. Later on Bucky discusses the viral news about WR Tetairoa McMillan and the rise of Omarion Hampton.

Welcome to The Bucky Brooks Show! A lot is happening around the league leading up the highly anticipated 2025 NFL Draft. Not only are the players preparing to get drafted, but teams are making moves in anticipation for their new rookies. What options opened up for the New York Giants after signing 2 QB's? Bucky takes you through Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen's head before a very important draft for the New York Giants franchise. Are the Patriots creating something special? Stefon Diggs joins Drake Maye in New England for a highly anticipated season with the youngster at QB. Speaking of youngsters, will the Vikings roll with their future QB, J.J. McCarthy? Bucky explains why he thinks going with the National Championship QB is the right move in Minnesota next season. And, looking ahead to the 2025 NFL Draft, is there a definitive choice for the Titans at #1? Bucky Brooks has all of that for you and MORE on this episode of The Bucky Brooks Show! 1:27 What the giants are getting with Russell Wilson? 8:47 How will Stefon Diggs help Drake Maye? 12:40 Is Cam Ward the No.1 pick? 17:12 Is J.J. McCarthy ready to start for the Vikings?

Welcome to The Bucky Brooks Show! The Bengals look like their following an old blueprint that was successful at winning a Super Bowl. Bucky Brooks dives deep into the Chase and Higgins contract extensions and how that can lead the Bengals to success. There is a new highest payed cornerback in the NFL, and he goes by the name of Derek Stingley Jr.. Does this contract positively or negatively effect the Texans' future? One of the biggest discussions of the 2025 NFL offseason... Where will Aaron Rodgers go, if anywhere? Bucky explains why a specific AFC team should invest in Rodgers at this stage of his career. Does Aaron Rodgers still move the needle for teams in this new era of football? AND, is the projected #1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft deserving all the hype? All of that and more on this episode of The Bucky Brooks Show! 2:50 Cincy following the Colts’ blueprint 9:00 Derek Stingley sets the CB market 13:00 Why Aaron Rodgers to this AFC team makes sense 18:30 Why is the league buzzing on Cam Ward?

Welcome to The Bucky Brooks Show! In this Episode, Bucky highlights his favorite pick up from free agency which will change the momentum of a franchise. Also, five perfect Free Agent marriages from this years free agency frenzy. Which five players made a perfect fit for their new team during the free agency period? Find out on this episode of The Bucky Brooks Show! 1:30 Justin Fields in New York with the Jets 12:20 Five Perfect Free Agency Marriages

Bucky Brooks joins Joe DeLeone for a live draft special. The two discuss all of the recent news leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. Are the Titans hinting at drafting Abdul Carter with the first overall pick? Or are they going to look to trade back for more assets? Will the Cleveland Browns draft a QB in the #2 spot after trading away Dorian Thompson-Robinson? All of that and more on this live draft special with Joe DeLeone and Bucky Brooks. You can find live draft coverage on the Bleav YouTube channel Tuesday's and Thursday's at noon EST.

Welcome to the The Bucky Brooks Show! College Football Analyst and Cohost of PFF’s College Football Show, Max Chadwick joins to talk about the QB options in this year's NFL Draft? Which QB will go first, Cam Ward, or Shedeur Sanders? And is there a definitive 3rd option in this years' QB class? Bucky and Max chat about a boom or bust quarterback that a team might need in this draft. Who are the sleepers in this years QB class? Bucky Brooks and Max Chadwick have it all on this episode of The Bucky Brooks Show. 00:00 Introduction 03:15 Cam Ward v.s. Shedeur Sanders 13:55 Who is QB 3? 18:47 The Jalen Milroe project 24:11 Boom or Bust?

Welcome to the Bucky Brooks Show! This week, Bucky has boots on ground in Indianapolis for the 2025 NFL Combine. Who are some prospects to keep an eye out for this year? Bucky has you covered during combine week. There are trade and contract rumors all around the NFL including high end QB's and WR's. Bucky Brooks takes you through the top news in the NFL and what could potential be happening in the coming days. 01:40 Combine Introduction 03:44 Matthew Stafford 06:52 Deebo Samuel 10:30 Sam Darnold 12:12 Abdul Carter 13:20 QB’s in the NFL draft 19:00 More on the 2025 NFL Combine