TOUGH CALLS: Who DESERVES the Fifth-Year Option? Teams’ BIGGEST Decisions on 2023 First-Rounders

NFL front offices face high-stakes decisions as fifth-year option deadlines loom for the 2023 first-round class. Should teams lock in rising stars like C.J. Stroud, Bijan Robinson, and Jalen Carter, or maintain cap flexibility in an unpredictable market? The debate heats up as Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs scrutinize the tough calls, breaking down contract tiers, positional value quirks, and the ripple effects on future extensions.Key topics include Bryce Young’s uncertain future with the Carolina Panthers, the financial upside of pro-ready talents like Paris Johnson Jr. and Devon Witherspoon, and the growing market for elite running backs. The hosts spotlight flawed system incentives that impact players like Jack Campbell and Tyler Linderbaum while previewing which prospects can command extension-worthy deals. Can teams maximize value without risking long-term roster stability? Don’t miss this essential discussion for anyone following NFL contract strategy and player development.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!TurboTaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.FanDuelThe Winter Games are on. And there’s no better way to follow them than with a bet on FanDuel. FanDuel - Play your game.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/lockedonnfl.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.