Scout's Honor

Our guy LPG rejoins the program for our last episode of the pre-draft cycle. With less than 24 hours to go we have one final discussion around what the Giants might do on draft night. Stick and pick, trade, who are our favorites, who we don't want, all that and more. Shoutout LPGs Spida Game - go get your tickets for a once in a lifetime experience at spidagame.com

Eric "simulators" Kennedy returns for our second to last show of the pre-draft process. We discuss everything that's changed and how it will impact the decision making on draft night. Mysteries abound as we try our best to work through the smoke and read the tea leaves. At the end of the day no one knows anything, but it's still fun to do the mental gymnastics. T-minus 48 hours until reality sets in. Who will be happy, who will be pissed and who will be left scratching their head?

Another banger of an episode covering all things Giants just days away from the draft. How have things changed after the Dexter trade, what are the best ways to play this draft class to it's strengths, to trade or not to trade, all that and more in a jam packed edition. 

One of my favorite shows of the cycle with a guy who's been with us from the beginning. The Don of the draft Dave Syvertsen makes his highly anticipated return to the show. We go through most of the positions in this years class to talk about later round guys who aren't getting enough attention. If you want to hear more about day 3 prospects that could be a fit for the Giants this is the show for you. 

We welcome in Matt Citak to the show for his first time on the program. A lot of conversations around trading up and down from various spots in this years draft. Should we mortgage the future in order to compete now, who are some of the prospects we would want to target in these trades - all that and more on a rowdy Friday heading into the week of the draft. 

We welcome Paul back to the program for our annual draft chat. Covering philosophy, strategy, positions of need and prospects we both like - this is a comprehensive overview for all Giants fans. We are officially one week away from the chaos folks and Paul is counting down the days. 

Bobby Skinner joins the program to chat all things Giants draft. Who we like at 5, trade down scenarios, later round prospects and everything inbetween. Inside breaking news at the end about Giants National Show events in the future. This one will leave you sayin "I'm all jacked up on Mountain Dew!"

John Schmeelk returns again to highlight inside info, smoke screens and prospects. We go rogue and do a side by side mock with prospects above and below the Giants draft positions over the first 5 rounds. Lotta prospects and lotta tough decisions and we juggle the mental gymnastics of this complex puzzle. A little something different to scratch your draft itch. 

One of the most fun and informative shows I've done in all my years pretending to be a podcast host. If you wanna hear some cool stories, learn about scouting philosophies and the inner workings from the combine - you need to check this one out. Get tuned up and tune in. 

We welcome back to the show my main man from All Access Football Ric Serritella. We dive into needs for the Giants draft after the first wave of free agent signings. Hammered through some day 3 and UDFA prospects at positions of need as well. Always shouting out the late great Dave Te Thomas - we wouldn't be together or where we're at if it weren't for him. Get tuned up and tune in. 

Another gauntlet of an episode with our good buddy Eric Kennedy from BigBlueInteractive. Covering everything from barking free agency rumors via BBI asshats through day 3 prospects you've never heard of for this draft class - we cover it all. Get tuned up and tune in for a wild ride. 

Back in the ring with our guy John Schmeelk for the upcoming draft cycle. We talk philosophy, hypothetical scenarios and prospects we like in this class. Check out his content on Draft Season and everything else on the Giants network. He will be doing a ton of coverage from the Combine in a couple of weeks, so stay tuned for that on his feed. 

We're thrilled to be joined once again with the legend behind All Access Football and the NFL Draft bible - my brotha from anotha motha- Ric Serritella. We dive into positions of needs for the NYG and players we like at various positions. Tune in and get tuned up. 

Eric and I chat about the Giants new regime and how it will potentially impact the offseason dynamics. We dive into a free agency overview, talk through Ravens draft history and highlight some prospects for days 1-2. Worth a listen if you want to get started on the draft cycle. 

I'm back to kick things off early this year with a high level lay of the land. NYG positions of need and the day 1-2 prospects I think you should check out get highlighted. TBD when I'll be back...

In our final show of this years draft cycle we're joined by LPG and Bobby Skinner. Bobby reluctantly agrees to become a Knicks fan and Joe offers sideline passes to us to watch Brandon Jacobs son at Clemson. A must listen if you like when things fall off the rails. Appreciate all our listeners for stickin with us this year. See you in 2026 - peace! 

Dave Syvertsen from Ourlads returns to the show for our annual draft week special. We went through prospects and philosophy which resulted in a mock draft of sorts. Tune in for the results. I think most Giants fans would be thrilled with this outcome. 

Another 2 hour episode with the Founder of Big Blue Intervative, Eric Kennedy. Anything you can imagine pertaining to the Giants draft was covered in this show. We are one week away from the first night of the draft, hopefully you can get through this by then. 

The King of the Giants media empire stops by to talk draft. We dive into positions of need and prospects John likes on days 2 and 3. An insightful chat, with an incredible guy, that you won't want to miss. 

The man himself Ric Serritella from All Access Football and Founder of the NFL Draft Bible joins the show. We dive deeper than anyone on day 3 prospects and UDFAs. Not too many can hang in this ring, but this is where scouts make their bones. You'll be hard pressed to find someone more knowledgeable than Ric. 

Dave Del Col is joined by first time guest Paul Dottino from the Giants broadcast network. They have a spirited conversation about different ideologies and how the Giants blueprint should look. Covering almost every position group on the team, it's a debate you won't want to miss. 

Dave Del Col hosts Eric Kennedy from Big Blue Interactive for their annual pow wow show. They do a deep dive on positions of need, some of which aren’t being discussed enough by main stream media. Ranging from roster strategy to position breakdowns, buckle up cause it’s a gauntlet. 

Dave Del Col returns to talk about first round prospects for the Giants if they trade down. Highlighting some new guests and outlining expectations for the show this year. We're ready to crank this thing back up heavy throughout the month of April. Stay tuned for more to come. 

Dave Del Col is joined once again by Dave Syvertsen and Eric Kennedy to review the Giants Draft from the 2024 cycle. They discuss how the draft went and what the future might look like for Big Blue. 

Dave Del Col is joined once again by Dave Syvertsen from Ourlads Scouting. Sy is a long time friend of the show and Dave Te. Dave and Sy run through a variety of prospects in their annual "would you rather" series. 

Dave Del Col is joined once again by former Scout and current NFL Producer/On Air Talent Matt Hamilton. Matt is in the thick of the draft buzz given his role on the Up and Adams Show on Fan Duel TV. They dive into what the Giants should do throughout the draft and what the process is like for prospects leading up to their name being called. His insights and information are always a valuable listen for draft fans.

Dave Del Col is joined by the Founder of Big Blue Interactive, the premier Giants fan forum.They talk about everything you could possibly imagine in this gauntlet of a show. From state of the franchise to every draft possibility you can think of happening.Giants fans, grab your popcorn and clear your calendar for this one. 

Dave Del Col returns to discuss what he thinks the Giants should do in the 2024 Draft. He dives into position needs and prospects he covets.If you’re interested in hearing takes that go against the grain of the traditional media puppets check out this show.

Dave Del Col is joined by first time guest Joe Ruback aka License Plate Guy. LPG and Dave talk about the Sexy Dexy Game in May, team needs and culture.They even share a story that overlaps between Dave-Te' and Roger Goodell.Another podcast treat for Giants fans and all draftniks.

Dave Del Col is joined once again by Dave Syvertsen from Ourlads Scouting Service. In this episode they take a look at day 3 prospects at each position. Bringing back the popular "Would You Rather" series from last year.Covering almost 60 prospects in one show, this is a must listen for anyone interested in the later rounds of the draft.

Dave Del Col is joined by Matt Hamilton from Good Morning Football and Fan Duel TV. As a former scout for the Detroit Lions Matt gives a behind the scenes look into what goes on leading up to the draft in the war room. They chat through options at RB, WR and DL in hopes of restoring the Giants to their former glory

Dave Del Col is joined once again by Dave Syvertsen from Ourlads Scouting Service. They take a deep dive into options for the Giants on days 1 and 2. Positions that are a priority, potential targets and trades. Everything you want to know heading into the draft less than a week away.

Two weeks ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, Dave Del Col talks with Senior Bowl Executive Director Jim Nagy. The two discuss their expectations for players, what's changed since Senior Boel weel in late January and some players who may surprise some people during the draft.It's another must-listen for draftniks who want to be well-informed from the first pick to the last.

Dave Del Col takes a deep dive into combine prospects he has his eyes on for the New York Giants ahead of the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Looking into needs and prospects for days 1-2, Dave gives you some names that are worth monitoring, especially for Giants fans.

Dave Del Col is back to recap the East West Shrine Bowl and Senior Bowl. He reviews his top performers from both games ahead of the combine. Some household names and some players you might not be aware of yet.

Dave Del Col hosts an all star bowl game prep show to kick off the 2023 draft season. Behind on the rosters for the East-West Shrine Bowl or the Senior Bowl? Don’t worry Dave’s got you covered. Overviewing his favorite prospects from both games Dave dives deep into the rosters to give you the inside scoop of who to keep your eye on this week.A must listen for all draft fans.

Host Dave Del Col looks ahead to the 2022 NFL Draft with David Syvertsen of Ourlads Scouting Services.

In the first Scout's Honor podcast since May 2020, new host Dave Del Col, one of those handpicked by the late Dave-Te' Thomas to continue the show, speaks with Senior Bowl Executive Director Jim Nagy in advance of the 2022 NFL Draft.

RB Qadree Ollison may finally get his long-awaited chance in Atlanta now that the Falcons have a new coaching staff. Our late scouting guru Dave-Te' Thomas was a big fan of Ollison when he was drafted out of Pitt in 2019. Here are some of his comments from before the Falcons' 2019 training camp started, followed by one mid-season. Dave-Te' was saying "Free Qadree Ollison" two years ago.

Dave-Te' Thomas looked ahead to the 2021 draft before his passing in 2020. Hear his take on some of the top names at most positions from his scouting prior to the 2020 season. As always, some of his perspectives differ from many others, especially at the QB position. This was his final recording, done in April 2020.

The late Dave-Te' Thomas goes through his analysis of Wyoming QB Josh Allen before the 2018 draft. What he saw initially, what he saw when he looked closer, researched and analyzed. In the end his best case scenario; we're looking at "the second coming of Jim Kelly."

Dave-Te' Thomas comments on WR, OL & defense in April 2020 while looking ahead to 2021 NFL Draft. He had some favorites even without getting to see the 2020 college season.

Dave-Te' Thomas comment on QB Justin Fields in April 2020 when looking ahead to 2021 NFL Draft.

Dave-Te' Thomas on some of his concerns regarding QB Trevor Lawrence in April 2020, before being able to see Lawrence play one more season. Dave-Te' saw some things in Lawrence as a sophomore that caught his attention; and it had nothing to do with talent.

Dave-Te' Thomas describing Trey Lance as his top 2021 QB in April 2020, before knowing how COVID-19 would affect the upcoming season.

This is a short clip of Dave-Te' Thomas discussing the 1st round pick of Clemson CB A.J. Terrell by the ATL Falcons from the April 24th podcast labeled "1st Round Draft Wrap and Look Ahead." While most were criticizing the pick, listen to Dave-Te' tell Atlanta fans not to "jump off the ledge." He said Terrell would be in the Pro Bowl "within two years."

This is the discussion about safety Kyle Dugger of Div II Lenoir-Rhyne from Oct 28 Scout's Honor podcast. Dave-Te' called him second best defensive player in this draft. On original podcast, talk of Dugger begins at 30:00 mark. All of it played here.

Dave-Te' Thomas was high on Chase Claypool out of Notre Dame well before the draft, calling him his "Cream of the Crop" at the tight end position, but acknowledging Claypool may become more of a wide receiver in the NFL. Regardless, listen here to Dave-Te' explaining why the Steelers made a great pick selecting Claypool in Round 2 of the 2020 Draft.

Dave-Te' Thomas called Josh Allen of Wyoming his "Cream of the Crop" of QBs prior to 2018 NFL Draft. He never thought Allen would be the first QB drafted, but how he could perform the best over the long run. Baker Mayfield went #1 to CLE, Sam Darnold #3 to NYJ, Allen #7 to BUF.Listen to just a few of his comments from a March 2018 Scout's Honor podcast where Thomas explained why Allen would be a risk coming from the program at Wyoming, but also how Allen had an "It" factor. In the end Thomas said he felt Allen would be a Blake Bortles at worst, but at best another Jim Kelly.

Dave-Te' Thomas predicting in March 2020 that Jameis Winston would sign with the New Orleans Saints after his release by the Bucs. It happened in late April.