Wake Up with Ray & J

We’re reacting to the latest 2026 ESPN NFL Mock Draft from Mel Kiper, Matt Miller, Field Yates, and Jordan Reid — breaking down the biggest picks, surprises, and what it all means for the NFL landscape. Then we switch gears into our NFL Budget Challenge, where we build full teams using a tiered system from $5 superstars to $1 sleepers. Strategy, roster construction, and debate take center stage as we battle it out to see who built the best team. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Join the discord for FREE: https://discord.gg/TAeWz3B5VW Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL news cycle is quiet, so we’re having some fun on Wake Up. Today we’re stacking the 2025 NFL Draft class against the 2026 class and asking a simple question: who are you taking? From Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart and Shedeur Sanders to Ashton Jeanty, Emeka Egbuka, Travis Hunter, Tetairoa McMillan and more, we’re putting the top names from both classes head-to-head to see how 2025 really stacks up against 2026 right now. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Join the discord for FREE: https://discord.gg/TAeWz3B5VW Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re breaking down the biggest NFL news and 2026 Pro Day storylines, including updates on Patrick Mahomes’ recovery, Travis Kelce’s new deal, and the latest surrounding Puka Nacua. We also dive into standout Pro Day performances from Caleb Downs, Carnell Tate, and more. Plus, we debate Bijan Robinson vs Jahmyr Gibbs — who truly deserves the next big RB contract — before building our All-Rookie Team from the 2026 class in a head-to-head draft between Ray G and JRich. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Join the discord for FREE: https://discord.gg/TAeWz3B5VW Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ray and JRich react to the massive Jaxon Smith-Njigba extension after JSN becomes the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history, then debate the top 5 WRs in the NFL right now and what the exploding WR market means for stars like Puka Nacua, Ja’Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, CeeDee Lamb, and more. They also review two separate 2026 NFL mock drafts — first Daniel Jeremiah’s latest mock and then Chad Reuter’s four-round mock — breaking down team fits, prospect movement, and the biggest takeaways from both boards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking NFL news is heating up 🔥 On this solo episode of Wake Up, JRich reacts to the biggest headlines around the league — including Jaylen Waddle being traded to the Denver Broncos, Justin Fields landing with the Kansas City Chiefs, and a full breakdown of Mel Kiper’s latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft. We also dive into key free agency moves, roster implications, and a potential NFL rule change that could reshape how teams build through the draft. If you're looking for sharp NFL analysis with a fantasy football angle, this is the show for you. 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — biggest winner today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL Free Agency 2026 is already reshaping the league. On today’s episode of Wake Up with Ray & Jay, we break down and rank the Top 10 most impactful moves of NFL Free Agency, including trades, signings, and roster shakeups that could change the balance of power across the NFL. We dive into the Maxx Crosby trade fallout, the Ravens pivot to Trey Hendrickson, Mike Evans landing in San Francisco, the Patriots’ aggressive offseason, and major roster moves involving the Colts and Steelers. Join us as we rank the biggest NFL free agency moves, analyze the league-wide ripple effects, and debate which signings will matter most when the season kicks off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL free agency continues to reshape the league, and the fallout from the Maxx Crosby situation is already changing plans across the NFL. The Baltimore Ravens pivot away from a Crosby trade and instead sign Trey Hendrickson, creating one of the biggest ripple effects of the offseason. We also break down the Colts and Steelers roster moves, including what the latest decisions mean for their direction heading into the 2026 season. Plus discussion on Romeo Doubs joining the Patriots, Mike Evans landing with the 49ers, and how these moves impact contenders across the league. Join us as we react to the latest NFL free agency news, trades, contracts, and roster changes. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/ Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB Sub to the Wake up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/destinationdevy Become a Member on Youtube for access to the Dynasty Deal Show Live, Destination Chill and other member benefits, like priority reply to comments and unique badges and emojis: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV84gHvtBMXxzN9ZPI9XHfg/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL offseason chaos is here, and we’re live breaking down the biggest stories and rumors before free agency fully opens up. From Tua Tagovailoa being cut by the Dolphins, to the blockbuster Maxx Crosby trade, to the latest Alec Pierce contract buzz, there is a ton to sort through across the league. We’ll also hit the other major NFL news, free agency rumors, potential team fits, cuts, trades, and the moves that could still be coming as the market starts to heat up. If you want a full reaction to the biggest headlines and what they actually mean for teams, players, and the league, tap in live. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning on Wake Up with Ray & J we’re breaking down the biggest NFL headlines from the last few days — Kyler Murray’s exit from Arizona, Stefon Diggs getting released, and the Trent McDuffie-to-Rams blockbuster — then we deep dive Lance Zierlein’s Mock Draft 2.1. Tap in live, drop your takes in the chat, and tell us what you’d do at the top of the draft. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 NFL Combine is officially in the books — and we’re breaking down the biggest storylines, the prospects who boosted their stock, and the guys who left Indy with questions. We’ll hit every position group, what mattered (and what didn’t), plus how this reshapes the early 2026 NFL Draft conversation. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Jeremiah dropped his Big Board 2.0 (Top 50) and the grades/valuation drama is already firing people up — so we break down what changed, who’s rising, who’s sliding, and what DJ’s latest board tells us heading into Combine week. Then we pivot into the main event: a PRE-COMBINE 2026 Fantasy Football Rookie Mock Draft (rookie draft style — fantasy process, tiers, positional value, and how testing can swing rookie ADP). We also react to Mel Kiper’s latest mock and what it signals about how the league might be viewing the top of this class right now. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re tiering every NFL starting quarterback for 2026 and debating the toughest placements — starting with Patrick Mahomes at the top, and the big questions around Justin Herbert and Caleb Williams. Drop your QB tiers in the comments and tell us who we’re too high/low on. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL franchise tag season is heating up — and we’re breaking down the biggest tag debates, value swings, and what it all means for the 2026 offseason. From Kyle Pitts and George Pickens to Breece Hall, we talk through the leverage, team fits, and what the next move should be. We also hit quick hitters like Tyreek Hill rumors, a few undervalued veteran angles teams should consider, then close with a Daniel Jeremiah Mock Draft 1.0 (Round 1 only) reaction — including early QB/skill-position talk and the picks that sparked the most debate. Which player is the most likely to get tagged — Pitts, Pickens, or Breece — and why? Chapters 00:00:00 | Show Intro + What We’re Debating Today 00:08:02 | Tyreek Hill Rumors + Dolphins Fallout 00:14:23 | QB Carousel Talk (Sam Darnold & Team Fits) 00:24:31 | Bryce Young Discussion + Team Direction Talk 00:28:12 | Kyle Pitts Franchise Tag Case (Falcons) 00:34:18 | George Pickens Tag/Contract Debate (Cowboys) 00:42:07 | Alec Pierce Tag Talk + Colts Offense Questions 00:45:23 | Devin Lloyd + Travis Etienne: Jacksonville Decisions 00:49:31 | Breece Hall Value Debate: Tag, Trade, or Extend? 00:56:23 | Daniel Jeremiah Mock Draft 1.0 (Round 1) Starts 00:58:28 | WR/RB Debate: Jordan Tyson vs Tate vs Lemon 01:02:38 | Mock Draft R1 Reactions (Picks 9–20) + Best Fits 01:06:20 | Mock Draft R1 Reactions (Picks 21–32) + Takeaways 01:14:28 | Outro + Final Thoughts Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re going LIVE reacting to ESPN's Field Yates 1st round 2026 NFL mock draft — then we’ll use those projected landing spots to run our 2026 dynasty rookie mock draft 1.0. As we pick, we’ll debate how fit, opportunity, and depth charts would reshape rookie tiers and early draft strategy. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ray & JRich are back to discuss Super Bowl 60, what's next for the Patriots & Seahawks, and how it all went down in San Francisco. They will also take a deep dive into the Patriots team, and figure out how they can fix all the mistakes we saw on the field in the Super Bowl so they can compete next season. They will take the reigns as GM, go through the full offseason, from cuts to contracts, free agency and the draft alongside the chat to see what are the moves that can be made to fix this team heading into the 2026 season. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re LIVE breaking down Super Bowl 60 (LX) as the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks. On this show, we dive deep into the key matchups, game-deciding X-factors, Super Bowl MVP picks, and betting angles heading into the biggest game of the year. From coaching edges and trench battles to player props and bold predictions Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray’s Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray’s Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠ 🅧 Follow us on X: ⁠https://x.com/RayGQue⁠ ⁠https://x.com/ChaboyJRich⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices