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NFL OTA's News: Diggs & Vrabel, Sean Payton, Jonnu to Pit & More From Around the NFL May 31, 2025

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Ray & JRich are diving into the hype train that is NFL camp videos and highlights to give you what's real and what's not after we are near completion of NFL OTA's where we are starting to see some of the veterans pop up for camp drills. We will discuss some of who is absent for OTA's and whether it could be a problem down the line and who were excietd for as we get closer and closer to the start of the 2025 NFL season.

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2025 NFL OTA's: Buying Or Selling Camp Hype & Player Stock Trends 👀 May 28, 2025

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2025 NFL OTA's Week 1: Reacting to the Latest News, Rumors & Notes Across the NFL May 23, 2025

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Ray & JRich discuss some of the latest training topics and react to all the news during the first week of NFL OTAs. From the tush push not being banned, the Buffalo Bills on Hard Knocks, and how THICK Ashton Jeanty is according to Raiders star TE Brock Bowers, and much, much more. We will also touch on the Jets situation after reports of Justin Fields looking good, and Garrett Wilson wanting to be a Jet for Life. HC Aaron Glenn was also very complimentary of Wilson saying they need to get him the ball "as often as they can"

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NFL OTAs Begin: Marv Bulks Up, Titans Backfield Plan, Browns QB Plan & Tuten Fumbles May 21, 2025

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Organized Team Activities are officially underway, and we’re breaking down the early buzz from around the league. From depth chart pecking orders to coaching quotes and rookie mishaps, it’s time to get locked into the 2025 NFL season. Ray and JRich hit on standout OTA headlines: Marvin Harrison Jr. bulking up, Jaguars coach Liam Cohen publicly calling out rookie RB Bayshul Tuten, and the Titans planning a more even split between Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears. We also touch on updates from the NFL League Meetings, extensions for Fred Warner and Joe Thuney, and PFF’s Top 25 Under 25 list. Let’s talk football.

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Brock Purdy Gets PAID 💰 | Travis Hunter Route Concerns? & OTAs Kick Off Today! May 19, 2025

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Brock Purdy just went from Mr. Irrelevant to one of the NFL’s richest quarterbacks 💰. Ray and JRich break down the massive $265M extension and what it means for the 49ers. We also dive into the NFL owner votes on playoff reseeding and the infamous "Tush Push" ban.

The OTA headlines you need to know, and Travis Hunter’s route-running tape that's got the internet buzzing. 🔥 Don’t miss our takes on CeeDee Lamb + Pickens, Ashton Jeanty’s rise, and all the latest from the league’s Organized Team Activities.

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Top Takeaways from NFC Rookie Mini Camps | Who’s Impressing Early? May 16, 2025

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Ray and JRich break down everything you need to know from NFC Rookie Mini Camps—highlighting which first-year players already stand out across the league. From top draft picks to under-the-radar names, we’re tracking: 🔍 Who’s flashing early in camp 🔥 Which rookies are climbing depth charts 📉 Who may already be falling behind 📈 What it all means for the 2025 season These are the names you’ll want to remember heading into training camp. Whether it’s real football impact or future fantasy relevance, we’ve got you covered.

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Top Takeaways from AFC Rookie Mini Camps | Who’s Impressing Early? May 14, 2025

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We’re breaking down all the biggest stories and early standouts from AFC Rookie Mini Camps! Ray and JRich go team-by-team highlighting the rookies who are already making noise, adjusting quickly, or flashing long-term potential. From first-round picks to late-round sleepers, we’re tracking who’s turning heads and which storylines matter most. 🔍 Key takeaways from across the AFC 🔥 Early standouts at QB, RB, WR, and more 📈 Depth chart movement to monitor ⚠️ Who’s impressing—and who might already be falling behind? It’s our first look at the 2025 NFL Draft class on the field—tune in for full breakdowns, film notes, and instant reactions.

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Cowboys Land George Pickens in Surprise Trade | What’s Next for the Steelers & Cowboys? May 07, 2025

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Ray and JRich react to the surprising NFL trade sending wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys. After Dallas skipped wide receiver in the 2025 NFL Draft, how does Pickens immediately upgrade the Cowboys' offense? Meanwhile, what's next for Pittsburgh? With Pickens gone, does this pave the way for the Steelers to go all-in on Aaron Rodgers? Plus, get the latest on Derek Carr’s injury and updates from around the league. Tune in for a breakdown of the trade details, NFL impacts, and fantasy football takeaways.

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Top-10 Boom-or-Bust Players from the 2025 NFL Draft | Who Has the Most Upside After the Draft? May 05, 2025

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Ray and JRich are diving deep into the Top-10 Boom-or-Bust Offensive Players from the 2025 NFL Draft! Now that the draft is over, it’s time to ask the real questions: 💥 Which rookies have the traits to explode in the right offense? 🚩 Who landed in tough spots that could derail their early careers? 📈 Who are we buying low on now before the breakout hype hits?

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2025 NFL Offense Power Rankings: Top 10 Units After the Draft | Key Additions & Outlook May 02, 2025

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On this episode of Wake Up, Ray & JRich reveal their 2025 NFL Offense Power Rankings following the draft! 🏈 Which teams made the biggest offensive upgrades? Who’s locked in for a top-3 spot—and which sleeper offense cracked the Top 10? We break it all down with: 🔑 Key offseason & draft additions ⭐️ Returning stars and system continuity 📈 Projected offensive output heading into 2025 This is your go-to NFL power rankings breakdown focused solely on the most explosive, balanced, and dangerous offenses heading into the new season. Real football, real team-building analysis—with a touch of fantasy impact along the way.

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