Draft Day! Final Commanders thoughts & hot takes

Commanders Draft Recap & Chat

The gang are back for a belated draft recap which includes: * Sonny Styles and whether this becomes a “two-player draft” * Whether Antonio Williams is last chance saloon for Peters on mid-round WRs * The lingering concern at cornerback * Brandon Aiyuk fatigue * Some schedule chat and predictions Plus: Lee gets VERY excited about an undrafted kicker from Iowa with a 58-yard school record on his résumé. A lot of “wait and see” - but plenty to be excited about heading into preseason. #RaiseHail #Commanders #NFLDraft

Draft Day! Final Commanders thoughts & hot takes

Draft day is here. Josh opens this solo pod with a tribute to Sean Taylor, setting the tone for what a true defensive game-changer looks like, and why that’s exactly what Washington should be chasing at pick #7 in the 2026 NFL Draft. From there, it’s three clear themes: * What we want to happen – a blue-chip defensive star to anchor the future? Love? * What we think will happen – realistic scenarios, including a likely pick in Caleb Downs * Hot takes – bold predictions for both Washington and the wider league Josh breaks down potential fits, draft strategy, trade-back scenarios, and why fixing the defense is critical to supporting the team’s long-term direction. He also calls out a possible move back into the top 100 and questions whether the league is overthinking this year’s receiver class. Later, James and Lee join with their takes from London and Chicago to round out a full Hail on Three draft preview. Enjoy the draft. Hail.

NFL Draft Preview & Commanders Mocks 2.0

The draft is almost here… and things just got interesting. Josh is joined by Lee (live from Chicago) for a full-on NFL Draft preview as we head into Thursday night. With James away celebrating in Cyprus (and still managing to send in a full 7-round mock), the guys dive into their own mocks, throw some curveball scenarios at each other, and react to a huge, unexpected trade that could shake up the entire top 10. They also talk Commanders’ new uniforms - a return to a more classic look that finally feels like the team again - and what a perfect draft night could mean… including the possibility of breaking a decade-long jersey drought. Draft chaos, bold predictions, and a big week ahead - let’s get into it.

Commanders Draft Chat including Mock 1.0

A packed sporting weekend sets the scene as we record during the final round of The Masters - but the focus quickly turns to football. This episode is our Commanders Draft Special, with the NFL Draft 2026 just around the corner. We break down everything you need to know, including: * Deep dives on key first-round targets - including explosive RB Jeremiah Love, dynamic LB Sonny Styles and swiss-army knife Safety Caleb Downs * Mid-round value picks to watch (including options at 71) * Trade-down scenarios from pick #7 - how far is too far? * Our first full mock draft ahead of draft night Plus, a chaotic weekend recap featuring the East Anglian derby, a real-life robbery takedown, and plenty of draft-day hypotheticals. Hail!

Love is in the air?

Josh is joined by James and Lee for the first full trio pod in a while, recording from Suffolk and Chicago to put a bow on the Commanders’ free agency period and look ahead to the 2026 NFL Draft. The guys assess Washington’s overall approach in free agency, including the edge additions, linebacker upgrades, depth at running back, and the lingering questions at wide receiver and center. From there the conversation turns fully to the draft, with each host laying out their ideal scenario at pick No. 7. There’s plenty of debate around Jeremiah Love, positional value, roster-building philosophy, and which prospects best fit Washington’s long-term future around Jayden Daniels. The episode wraps with some lighter Commanders talk, including uniform updates, owners meetings observations, and a hot take from James on keeping the rivalry with the Eagles very much alive.