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Don't Drop The Ball

by SportsRoutes

Don't Drop The Ball is a series created by Loyola University of Chicago Journalism graduate and Phin Phanatic writer Pablo Rosero. He’s joined by former Madden Pro Stephen Javaruski, aka Stevey-J, and draft fanatic and Detroit Lions fan Kurt Carlson as they break down the pressing stories and views of the NFL. The trio will be joined by various guests throughout the various levels of the football landscape.

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Episodes

  1. 2022 NFL Draft Recap and Reaction

    Stephen and Pablo breakdown the 2022 NFL Draft including: Wide receiver movement Who got better? Quarterbacks Giants, Lions and Dolphins and More!

  2. 2022 NFL Mock Draft Special

    Stephen, Pablo and Kurt take on the role of NFL General Manager and predict who they believe will go in the First Round of the 2022 NFL Draft. The trio traded off who represented what team. Full Mock draft: https://www.nflmockdraftdatabase.com/user-mock-drafts/2022/user-mock-851148 Trade: Buffalo...

  3. Breaking Down the Draft - Defense

    Pablo and Kurt break down some of the most pressing draft stories on the defensive side of the ball. Who will be the top corner? Nakobe Dean or Devin Lloyd? Who is the underrated stud of the EDGE rusher class? And more.

  4. Breaking Down the Draft - Offense

    This week, Pablo and Stephen are joined by Kurt Carlson to break down the 2022 NFL Draft. The trio breaks down quarterbacks, running backs, tight ends and offensive lines. Pablo breaks down his love for the fullback position and the guys give you names to look out for and their fits.

  5. Shadows in the Spotlight: Cornerbacks ft. Jamar Taylor

    Pablo and Stephen are joined by former second-round NFL draft pick cornerback Jamar Taylor to talk about football and life. The duo also breaks down the current cornerback landscape and two potential early draft picks at the position.

  6. Blockbuster break down - Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins

    Pablo and Stephen are back in a new episode breaking down the Miami Dolphins' acquisition of Tyreek Hill. What does the deal mean for both the Dolphins and the Kansas City Chiefs? How will both teams finish the off-season? Will these offenses show out in 2023?

  7. The state of the NFL's Wide Receivers

    Pablo Rosero and Stephen Javaruski kickoff Don't Drop The Ball talking about one of the game's flashiest positions — wide receivers. The duo breaks down the loaded 2022 wideout draft class, head-scratching free agency deals, the disparity between the league's best and the league's highest-paid…

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  8. NFL Free Agency

    Pablo Rosero and Matthew Gherman break down the biggest moves during the early Free Agency period. Technical issues around minute 30:30. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

  9. Super Bowl Outlook, Talking FAU TE Harrison Bryant with UPress Sports Editor Zachary Weinberger

    Matthew Gherman and Pablo Rosero are back and are breaking down the biggest game of the season. Will the Cheifs or the 49ers reign supreme? Florida Atlantic Universities Zachary Weinberger, sports editor for the University Press, joins us to talk about the draft stock of TE Harrison Bryant and...

  10. Super Bowl 54 Preview, Matthew Stafford and Free Agency Preview, Pro-Bowl,XFL

    In this episode, Pablo Rosero and Matthew Gherman break down the upcoming Super Bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers, Matthew Stafford and other NFL free agency moves, the Pro-Bowl, and our feelings on the brand new XFL. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor…

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  11. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Surprise, Atlanta Falcons Disappoint, Miami Dolphins Failures (or success?) and the Biggest Names who Could be Moved.

    We break down some of the biggest headlines heading into week 5 of the NFL season. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

  12. Week 2 Quarterback Chat, Surprises and Disappointments, Fantasy Sleepers and Busts

    We break down the biggest quarterback news in the NFL today. Our biggest week 2 surprises and disappointments. And Santino Capalbo breaks down his week 3 fantasy sleepers and busts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

  13. Week 1 takeaways, Boom or bust on Week one's top performers, Week 2 key game preview.

    The DDTB crew breaks down week one's most shocking contributors and discuss if they can be consistent forces throughout the season. The Raiders, Ravens, and Cardinals shocked us, but how much? Saints vs Rams, Browns vs Jets, Bucs vs Panthers, we discuss storylines to watch for in these key games...

  14. Season Preview Episode: Power Rankings, Divisional X-Factors, Award Predictions, Bears vs Packers ft. @_bearsdown_ & @lambeau.leapers

    In this episode we touch on Sportroutes first power rankings of the season, key players who could help their team win their division, who we think will win the NFL's major awards, and we break down Thursday nights Bears vs Packers matchup with @_bearsdown_ & @lambeau.leapers. --- This episode is...

  15. Andrew Luck and the State of the AFC South, Sleeper Teams, QB Draft Postioning

    We break down the recent Andrew Luck news as well as how it affects the AFC South. We also talk about some teams we are keeping our eyes on this upcoming season. How important is it to draft your QB in the first round? Find out here on the newest episode of Don't Drop The Ball. Check us out on...

  16. Fantasy Special, Top 5 Fantasy Players, Dynasty talk Ft.Devy writer Kyle Matheu @DynastyFF_KyleM

    We talk Fantasy and such. Audio during Interview cuts a bit. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

  17. Andrew Luck, Redskins Dilemmas, Roc Nation, Lockout? FT. Exclusive Interview with 4-star Chad Johnson Jr.

    In this week's episode we break down the Indianapolis Colt's QB Andrew Luck's injury bug, how the Redskins medical staff seemingly fails its players, the NFL's new partnership with Jay Z's Roc Nation, a potential 2021 NFL Lockout, and an exclusive interview with Arizona State University Commit…

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  18. Running Back Holdouts, WR Contracts, and Training Camp Studs FT. Matthew Gherman

    On this weeks episode we talk running back holdouts, Michael Thomas and WR contracts, And training camp studs. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Don't Drop The Ball is a series created by Loyola University of Chicago Journalism graduate and Phin Phanatic writer Pablo Rosero. He’s joined by former Madden Pro Stephen Javaruski, aka Stevey-J, and draft fanatic and Detroit Lions fan Kurt Carlson as they break down the pressing stories and views of the NFL. The trio will be joined by various guests throughout the various levels of the football landscape.

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Don't Drop The Ball is a series created by Loyola University of Chicago Journalism graduate and Phin Phanatic writer Pablo Rosero. He’s joined by former Madden Pro Stephen Javaruski, aka Stevey-J, and draft fanatic and Detroit Lions fan Kurt Carlson as they break down the pressing stories and views...

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