Dave Richard argued that Jacksonville should take Tyler Warren after trading down with Chicago, projecting the rookie to finish within a handful of targets of Brian Thomas Jr. on a pass‑heavy Jaguars offense. Richard expects Doug Pederson and new OC Liam Coen to lean on short‑area concepts because the team still "struggles to run the ball and lacks defense," forcing Trevor Lawrence to throw 600‑plus times. In that script, Warren’s reliable hands (career 77% catch rate at Penn State) and red‑zone prowess (nine TDs on 22 end‑zone targets in 2023‑24) would secure 90‑100 targets as Lawrence’s safety valve while Thomas stretches the field. Richard framed that workload as rookie‑year Sam LaPorta volume, good for mid‑range TE1 production and a top‑60 overall ADP in 2025 redraft leagues. Because Warren’s skill set fits any scheme but Jacksonville offers immediate target share and a quality quarterback, Richard labeled him one of the few tight ends worth a double‑digit round pick in early best‑ball drafts if mock results point to Duval.

Dave Richard said Tetairoa McMillan could command 120‑plus targets and finish as a top‑30 fantasy receiver as a rookie if New England selects him, noting the Patriots’ barren depth chart behind the injured Stefon Diggs and journeyman Mack Hollins. McMillan’s 6'5" frame, silky AJ‑Green‑like route movements, and T. Higgins‑level catch radius would make him an immediate chain‑mover for whoever plays quarterback in Foxborough. Richard cautioned that McMillan lacks the 4.3‑speed that let Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas thrive independent of landing spot, so volume will be critical. In Jacksonville he’d likely be the 1B behind Thomas, but in New England he would be the unquestioned No. 1 and a weekly fantasy starter. Bryant McFadden agreed, adding that McMillan’s smoothness should translate quickly if he joins a team willing to pepper him with looks.

Dave Richard called Ashton Jeanty an "absolute fire‑starter" who could be drafted inside the first 12 picks of 2025 fantasy leagues—maybe even ahead of Christian McCaffrey—if he lands with Denver, Chicago or Las Vegas. Richard pointed to Jeanty’s 2024 season, where he recorded the second‑most rushing yards in FBS history while catching 43 passes in 2023, to illustrate his every‑down profile. He highlighted Sean Payton’s track record with dual‑threat backs (Kamara, Ingram, Pierre Thomas, Reggie Bush) as a perfect scheme fit in Denver. Even a "worst‑case" landing spot like Jacksonville would still keep Jeanty in Round 1 discussions, though Richard would then lean McCaffrey slightly. Bryant McFadden added that Jeanty’s elite contact balance and one‑cut quickness mean defenders rarely bring him down on first contact, reinforcing the belief that he will be an immediate fantasy stud regardless of destination.

Dave Richard said Travis Hunter could step right in as a low‑end No. 2 fantasy wideout if Cleveland grabs him in the 2025 draft. Richard expects the Browns to deploy Hunter primarily on offense this year because their cornerback room is set for 2024 but Martin Emerson and Greg Newsome are free agents in 2025 and Denzel Ward has a concussion history. Hunter posted an eye‑popping 80 percent catch rate at Colorado and is the first FBS player ever with 10‑plus receiving TDs and 5‑plus interceptions, underscoring his pure playmaking ability. Even with a below‑average quarterback such as Joe Flacco or Kenny Pickett, Richard thinks the target volume on a receiver‑needy Browns roster pushes Hunter into weekly WR2 range, though he did note the risk that playing both ways could sap his late‑season availability.

Richard declared Travis Hunter a virtual certainty to go inside the first three picks. He stressed that Cleveland would use him as an immediate WR1 while the Giants could deploy him primarily at corner, underscoring Hunter’s unprecedented two‑way value. Richard doubts any franchise will pass on that kind of impact talent for a lower‑ceiling quarterback. He conceded Hunter won’t play 60 snaps both ways every Sunday, but even moonlighting on the opposite side of the ball multiplies schematic flexibility. Bottom line: Hunter’s athletic profile and versatility make him too valuable to slide past the Browns and Giants.

Dave Richard told listeners to stay away from the +250 to +325 price on Shedeur Sanders going inside the top five. Richard ran through the current draft order and noted that two of the first five teams are already set at quarterback, while another has Cam Ward graded higher. That leaves, at most, two realistic landing spots and he doubts either franchise has Sanders ranked ahead of blue‑chip defenders like Abdul Carter. Richard added that this class is deeper at premium non‑QB positions, giving general managers plenty of alternatives. In his view, Sanders’ brand power is inflating the market and the true probability of a top‑five outcome is well south of 20 percent.

Dave Richard called Ashton Jeanty one of the three best overall talents in the 2025 class and predicted he will be selected inside the top‑5 picks. Richard highlighted Jeanty’s historic college production—he nearly eclipsed Barry Sanders’ single‑season rushing record and finished 2024 with more yards after contact than most FBS backs recorded in total rushing yards. Richard compared Jeanty’s potential NFL impact to Saquon Barkley’s role in Philadelphia’s recent title run, arguing that teams are pivoting toward elite backs to punish two‑high defensive looks. Because the league is light on blue‑chip quarterbacks this year, Richard expects franchises to “load up” on the deep running‑back pool, with Jeanty the crown jewel. Bettors looking at draft‑position props or dynasty players searching for the next workhorse should treat Jeanty as a slam‑dunk top‑5 selection.