Our Favorite Day-Three Steals and QB Landing Spots
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The McShay Show recaps Day Three of the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting 14 standout picks and analyzing quarterback selections. Hosts Mel Kiper Jr. and Steve Mench break down value-laden selections across the board, emphasizing risk-reward plays like Jermon McCoy (Raiders), Grayson Halton (49ers), and Jonah Coleman (Broncos), all of whom were undervalued due to injury concerns or draft stock fluctuations. The discussion dives into positional needs, team-building strategies, and the impact of medical reports on player value. On the quarterback front, the episode explores the surprising falls of Garrett Nussmeyer (Chiefs, 7th round) and Deion Burks (Colts, 7th round), both of whom were top-100 prospects but dropped due to medical red flags. The hosts debate the Jets’ decision to draft Cade Klubnik in the 4th round, calling it a backup plan rather than a developmental pick. They praise the Colts and 49ers for smart, value-driven selections and highlight the importance of trust in medical evaluations and long-term development. The episode closes with a preview of the full draft breakdown to come on Sunday.
Day Three of the NFL Draft produced significant value picks, with 63% of last year’s league roster coming from these rounds.
Injury concerns heavily influenced draft stock, especially for players like Jermon McCoy, Deion Burks, and Garrett Nussmeyer.
Teams like the Raiders, 49ers, and Colts made smart, need-based picks that improve roster depth and long-term flexibility.
Quarterback falls were dramatic—Nussmeyer and Burks dropped due to medical concerns, but both remain high-upside prospects.
The Jets’ Klubnik pick is a backup plan, not a starter; the focus remains on 2027 draft picks.
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Day Three Recap & Draft Context
Hosts kick off the episode by setting the stage for Day Three of the 2026 NFL Draft, emphasizing its importance despite the perception of a weak class. They note that 63% of last year’s league came from Day Three picks and introduce the 14 standout selections to be discussed.
Top Picks: Jermon McCoy & Grayson Halton
“If you're comfortable with the durability for four years, this potentially turns into an absolute steal.”
Running Back Gems: Jonah Coleman & Mike Washington Jr.
“He's a bowling ball with eyes and a little tss, tss, tss, okay? That's what he is, man.”
Defensive Depth & Versatility: Devin Moore & Elijah Surratt
“He's the kind of like work ethic, care for the game, all the little things that you need.”
Offensive Line & Special Teams: Travis Burke & Kyle Lewis
“I just make plays, man. What strikes me, and he is near the top of the list for this kind of a player...”
“He's a bowling ball with eyes and a little tss, tss, tss, okay? That's what he is, man.”
“I just make plays, man. What strikes me, and he is near the top of the list for this kind of a player...”
“If you're comfortable with the durability for four years, this potentially turns into an absolute steal.”
Hosts
Mel Kiper Jr.
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Steve Mench
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Raiders
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Jermon McCoy
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49ers
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Grayson Halton
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Jonah Coleman
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Broncos
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Garrett Nussmeyer
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Devin Moore
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