Pint Glass Football: NFL & College Football Podcast

In this episode of Pint Glass Football, Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest boom or bust prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft — the players with elite upside, major red flags, and the potential to define this entire class.

Every draft is shaped by risk, and this year is no different. Brad and Alex dive into the core debate surrounding these prospects: projection vs production. How much should teams trust traits over tape? Can coaching fix technical flaws? And which players are worth betting on despite the volatility?

The guys analyze a wide range of...

These NFL teams are under the most pressure in the 2026 NFL Draft — and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the franchises facing the biggest consequences this draft cycle, from teams fighting for their future to contenders trying to maximize a shrinking Super Bowl window.

Which teams can’t afford to miss — and what happens if they do?

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Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their Top 5 quarterbacks and linebackers for the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting the strengths, concerns, and projected roles for some of the most intriguing prospects in this year’s class.

The episode centers around a key theme: projection vs production. From quarterback processing, arm talent, and decision-making to linebacker instincts, versatility, and coverage ability, Brad and Alex debate what truly matters when evaluating these positions at the next level — traits vs tape, ceiling vs floor, and system impact vs individual performance.

The quarterback discussion features Fernando Mendoza, Garrett Nussmeier, Ty S...

Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their Top 5 safeties for the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting the strengths, concerns, and projected roles for some of the most talked-about safety prospects in this year’s class.

The episode centers around a key theme: versatility. From deep coverage ability to box play, from slot matching to blitz usage, Brad and Alex debate what truly matters when evaluating safeties at the next level — instincts vs athleticism, range vs physicality, and production vs projection.

Brad makes the case for Caleb Downs as the clear No. 1 safety, pointing to his elite foot...

Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their Top 5 running back rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting the strengths, concerns, and projected roles for some of the most talked-about RB prospects in this year’s class.

Before diving into the rankings, Brad and Alex react to major NFL news, including Jaylen Waddle being traded to the Denver Broncos and Kyler Murray signing with the Minnesota Vikings, and discuss how those moves could impact both teams heading into the season.

The episode centers around a key theme: disagreement. Brad is higher on this running back class th...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest winners and losers from NFL Free Agency, analyzing the moves that reshaped the league and the surprising decisions that could have major consequences for teams heading into the 2026 season.

Brad and Alex discuss why the Kansas City Chiefs may have taken a major step backward after losing multiple cornerbacks, including an All-Pro, downgrading at safety, and spending big money on running back Kenneth Walker III. The guys explain why the move may not fit Andy Reid’s offense and debate whether the defending powerhouse is suddenly trending in...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest winners from the 2026 NFL Combine, highlighting the prospects whose elite testing numbers and on-field drills sent their draft stock soaring ahead of the NFL Draft.

Brad and Alex discuss why Jeremiah Love may have cemented himself as a top-5 pick after an explosive 4.36 forty at over 200 pounds, and how Mike Washington’s blazing 4.33 speed and elite jumps may have launched him into the Day 2 conversation.

The guys dive into some of the most jaw-dropping athletic performances in Indianapolis, including quarterback Taylen Green’s historic testing numb...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the prospects who could skyrocket up draft boards at the 2026 NFL Combine, highlighting the players whose testing numbers, measurables, and on-field drills could dramatically change their NFL Draft outlook.

Brad and Alex discuss why Kenyon Sadiq could put on an athletic showcase in Indianapolis, whether Jermod McCoy can prove he’s fully healthy after missing the 2025 season, and why Francis Mauigoa could answer key questions about his movement skills and positional projection.

The guys also highlight several explosive athletes who could turn heads during testing, including Zavion Th...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon reveal their Top 5 edge rusher rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft, breaking down the film, traits, production, and NFL projection of the most disruptive pass rushers in the class.

Brad makes the case for Arvell Reese as EDGE1, explaining why his rare speed-to-power conversion, closing burst, and Micah Parsons-level versatility separate him from the field. Alex pushes back with his own rankings, setting up a debate over positional value, pass-rush polish vs. athletic upside, and which defender truly projects as a franchise-altering presence on Sundays.

The guys dive into David...

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Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon reveal their Top 5 wide receiver rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft, breaking down the film, traits, and NFL projection of the most talented WR prospects in the class.

Brad makes the case for Makai Lemon as WR1, explaining why his technician-level route running, physicality, and competitive edge separate him from the field. Alex counters with his own rankings, setting up a debate over ceiling vs. floor, polish vs. traits, and which receiver truly translates best to the NFL.

The guys dive into Carnell Tate...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon recap Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, delivering full game analysis of how Seattle’s dominant defense, pass rush, and field-position control secured the championship.

In this Seahawks vs Patriots Super Bowl breakdown, we dive into Mike Macdonald’s aggressive defensive adjustments, including the six-play blitz stretch and heavy five-man fronts that caught New England off guard. Brad and Alex analyze how Seattle’s pass rush disrupted Drake Maye, why Josh McDaniels’ lack of in-game adjustments proved costly, and how too much straight drop-back passing played directly...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, diving deep into the matchups, game-deciding themes, and the betting angles that matter most.

We examine Seattle’s pass rush vs. Drake Maye, Mike Macdonald’s history against young quarterbacks, and why this game projects as a low-scoring, field-position battle. Plus, we spotlight key matchups like Christian Gonzalez vs. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and identify the true X-factors who could swing the Super Bowl with one play.

From Rashid Shaheed’s game-breaking return ability to Marcus Jones as New En...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest Senior Bowl standouts and the prospects who may be climbing NFL Draft boards after strong performances in Mobile.

Then we dive into Brad’s NFL Mock Draft 1.0, breaking down picks 1–12, with Alex debating several of the selections, challenging team fits, and questioning how the board could shift as the draft process unfolds.

From rising prospects to early draft debates, this episode sets the stage for the 2026 NFL Draft conversation.

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Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon open the show reacting to the shocking news that Mike McCarthy is the next head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, delivering a full debate on one of the most polarizing hires in recent NFL history. Brad explains why he hates the move, believes it lowers Pittsburgh’s ceiling. Alex counters with why he likes the hire, pointing to McCarthy’s structure and experience.

From there, we break down an unforgettable AFC & NFC Championship Weekend filled with legacy moments, coaching gambles, and defensive dominance.

We start in the NFC, where Sam...

Host Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down Indiana’s historic National Championship win over Miami in an instant classic, analyzing the biggest plays, coaching decisions, and how the Hoosiers finished one of the greatest turnarounds in college football history. From Fernando Mendoza’s legendary QB draw to Charlie Becker’s clutch contested catches, we explain how Indiana dominated all three phases and closed the door in the biggest moments.

We also dive into what this game means for the College Football Playoff, why the CFP continues to expose how flawed the BCS era was, and how the Bi...

Host Brad Fowler breaks down Mike Tomlin stepping down in Pittsburgh and delivers full NFL Wild Card Recaps, including Bills vs Jaguars, Packers vs Bears, Rams vs Panthers, 49ers vs Eagles, Patriots vs Chargers, and Texans vs Steelers.

We react to Tomlin’s exit, what it means for the Steelers, and how this reshapes the NFL coaching market. Then we dive into Caleb Williams and the Bears legendary playoff comeback, and the growing pressure on Matt LaFleur.

Matthew Stafford proves he’s still the best QB left in the NFC, Josh Allen puts on a near...

Host Brad Fowler reacts to a chaotic postseason as shocking NFL coaching news, College Football Playoff semifinals, and NFL Wild Card matchups take center stage.

We open with a full reaction to breaking news just before recording: the Baltimore Ravens firing head coach John Harbaugh. We break down why the move happened, who Baltimore should hire next, why the Ravens instantly become the best NFL head coaching job available, and why Harbaugh now becomes the top coaching candidate on the market.

Next, we dive into Black Monday fallout across the NFL, including the firings of...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest NFL Week reactions, playoff implications, and College Football Playoff quarterfinal previews as the postseason picture comes into focus.

We discuss Eagles vs Bills, Josh Allen’s near-heroics, Philadelphia’s recurring second-half offensive issues, and why Buffalo still can’t be trusted in the playoffs. Plus Seahawks vs Panthers, Seattle’s talent edge and turnover concerns with Sam Darnold, and whether either team can make real postseason noise. We also dive into Patriots vs Jets, Drake Maye’s MVP-level performance, and whether New England is being seriously undervalued.

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Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down the biggest NFL and College Football Week reactions, playoff implications, and CFP first-round results as the postseason picture comes into focus.

We start with the Chicago Bears’ stunning comeback win over the Green Bay Packers, what it says about Chicago’s resilience, and why the Packers are suddenly fighting for their playoff lives with injuries piling up and uncertainty around Jordan Love. We also dive into the Jacksonville Jaguars’ dominant road win over the Denver Broncos, Trevor Lawrence playing the best football of his career, and whether the Jags are be...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from around the NFL and College Football — from massive playoff implications to a shifting Super Bowl picture and a loaded CFP first round slate.

We cover — the Broncos making a statement win over the Packers and why Denver suddenly looks like a legitimate Super Bowl favorite in the AFC. Bo Nix delivers his best performance of the season, the offense finds balance, and the defense remains elite as questions about Denver’s ceiling are officially answered. On the other side, the Packers’ season takes a dramatic...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 14 in the NFL and the final College Football Playoff rankings — and why the committee may have botched the bracket worse than ever before.

We cover — the Chiefs suffering another crushing loss, this time to the Texans, putting Kansas City officially on the ropes with barely a 15% chance to reach the postseason. Mahomes and the offense continue to stall while the defense keeps this team afloat, and we break down why KC may need to win out just to have a shot. The Eagles drop...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their top betting picks for NFL Week 14 and the College Football Conference Championship Games in this week’s Pint Glass Football Betting Preview!

Brad and Alex give out their favorite spreads, underdogs, and best value plays across a crucial NFL slate and a massive weekend of college football title games. They discuss matchup edges, quarterback situations, weather factors, roster advantages, and the betting angles you need to know before locking in your picks.

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Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 13 in the NFL and Rivalry Week in College Football.

We cover — the Chiefs suffering a devastating loss to the Cowboys that puts their playoff hopes on life-support, and why Kansas City might need to win out just to sneak into the postseason. Dallas, meanwhile, shocks everyone by starting their brutal three-game gauntlet 2–0 with wins over the Eagles and Chiefs, giving them a legit chance at a playoff berth. The Packers shred the Lions as Jordan Love delivers one of the best performances of his...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 12 in the NFL and Week 13 in College Football.

We cover — the Colts melting down late against the Chiefs as Daniel Jones struggles through a brutal second half and Shane Steichen gets way too conservative in a game Kansas City tried to give away. The Eagles jump out to a 21–0 lead on Dallas before completely collapsing for the final 41 minutes, raising even more questions about Nick Sirianni and this offense. Detroit survives the Giants in overtime, but with another blown lead by New York and...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down their top betting picks for NFL Week 12 and College Football Week 13 in this week’s Pint Glass Football Betting Preview!

Brad and Alex each share their favorite spreads, underdogs, and best value plays across both the NFL slate and another big weekend of college football. They also dive into key matchups, matchup edges, and betting angles you need to know before placing your bets.

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Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 11 in the NFL and Week 12 in College Football.

We cover — Josh Allen putting on an MVP-caliber performance with six total touchdowns in a wild Bills–Bucs shootout, while Tampa Bay’s defense and special teams fall apart again. The Rams and Seahawks slug it out in an NFC West fistfight, Caleb Williams delivers yet another game-winning drive for the Bears, and the Chiefs drop another close one as Patrick Mahomes continues to struggle in the red zone. Plus, the Eagles outmuscle the Lions in a b...

The Giants fire Brian Daboll after another brutal collapse — was it the right move? Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from NFL Week 10 and College Football Week 11.

We cover — Brian Daboll getting fired by the Giants after another brutal collapse, and why this move might backfire on New York. The Chargers overcome major O-line injuries as Justin Herbert continues to play at a Pro Bowl level, while the Steelers look stuck in neutral. Matt Stafford officially enters the MVP race as the Rams prove they’re a legit Super Bowl contender. Caleb Willia...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon are back to break down a busy NFL Trade Deadline, hand out their NFL Midseason Awards, and each give their favorite betting picks for this week!

We debate the Quinnen Williams trade — did the Cowboys overpay for a declining pass rusher, or will the move revive their struggling defense? Plus, we react to the Colts landing Sauce Gardner, why it’s a perfect scheme fit, and what it means for their secondary. We also look at how the Jets are stockpiling draft capital, but question whether it will actually pay off give...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 9 in the NFL and Week 10 in College Football.

We cover — Josh Allen and the Bills dominating the Chiefs in what’s become the biggest rivalry in football, while Patrick Mahomes has one of his worst games in recent memory. The Steelers’ defense finally wakes up, Joe Flacco nearly pulls off a miracle comeback against the Bears, and the Lions stumble as the Vikings’ defense rises. Plus, Drake London and Bijan Robinson go off in a wild Patriots–Falcons finish, and we hand out this week’...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 8 in the NFL and Week 9 in College Football.

We cover — Brian Kelly fired at LSU, and the College Football coaching carousel heating up fast. Could Steve Sarkisian really jump to the NFL? Plus, Ole Miss looks playoff-bound, Vanderbilt stuns Missouri in another program-changing win, and Diego Pavia might just be New York–bound as a Heisman finalist. We also rank the open (and soon-to-open) jobs — Texas, Penn State, Florida, and LSU — and debate which program truly sits at the top of college football right no...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon preview the 2 biggest Top 25 matchups in College Football Week 9 — and give their best betting picks for each one. Plus, they each share a bonus college pick, PLUS Brad and Alex each reveal their 3 favorite NFL Week 8 bets!

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Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 7 in the NFL and Week 8 in College Football

We cover — Billy Napier fired at Florida, and Mike Norvell could be next at Florida State. Nine ranked teams went down over the weekend! Alabama looks like the best team in the SEC, Vanderbilt stuns LSU, and USC came up just short against Notre Dame. Has Georgia separated from the pack? And could Jeff Brohm be the most underrated coach in college football?

In the NFL, the Broncos pull off a wild 33-point 4th...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 6 in the NFL and Week 7 in College Football.

We cover — the Titans firing Brian Callahan after another embarrassing loss, and Penn State parting ways with James Franklin after falling apart since the loss to Oregon. Has Indiana officially entered the National Championship conversation after shocking Oregon?

In the NFL, the Chiefs make a statement win behind Andy Reid’s brilliant game plan, the Falcons’ defense dominates — Is Sean McDermott holding back the Bills?, Jayden Daniels looks like a future MVP — but the Bears...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon preview 4 of the biggest NFL games and 3 top-25 College Football matchups this weekend — and give their betting picks for each one.

We cover — whether the Seahawks can hang with the Jaguars in Florida, if the Bucs can keep it going against the 49ers, and whether the Lions are set for a letdown vs. the Chiefs. Will the Bears pull the upset over the Commanders on Monday Night Football. Plus, we break down Oregon vs. Indiana and whether Missouri can pull off a shocker against Alabama, and if Ohio State will dominate Illin...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 5 in the NFL and Week 6 in College Football.

We cover — Is James Franklin done at Penn State after another embarrassing loss? Texas gets upset by Florida as Arch Manning and the Longhorns continue to disappoint. Drake Maye has a national breakout performance for the Patriots, and Miami looks like the best team in the country right now. Plus, we explain why Bill Belichick’s struggles at North Carolina could mean his coaching days are numbered.

Plus, the Buccaneers and Seahawks deliver a ga...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon preview 2 of the biggest NFL games and 2 of the biggest College Football matchups this weekend — and give their betting picks for each one.

We cover — whether the Seahawks are overvalued as favorites against the Buccaneers, if the Broncos are being overlooked vs. the Eagles, and how Florida State can slow down Miami’s advantage in the trenches in a primetime ACC rivalry. Plus, can Vanderbilt’s improved offense actually push Alabama’s injury-thin defense in an SEC battle? Plus — stick around to the end for two bonus picks to close out the episode.<...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 4 in the NFL and Week 5 in College Football.

We cover — Oregon and Penn State deliver a double OT thriller where Dante Moore proved he belongs in the best QB in CFB conversation, plus Ty Simpson showing why he’s a top 5 QB in the nation as Alabama knocks off Georgia. LSU’s offense continues to be a disaster, while Lane Kiffin’s Ole Miss squad looks like a real contender. We explain why Notre Dame could be out of the CFP race, and why it m...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon preview 3 of the biggest NFL games and 3 of the biggest College Football matchups for this weekend — and give their betting picks for each one.

We cover — the Bucs’ injury concerns heading into a huge test against the Eagles, whether Baltimore can bounce back against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, and if Green Bay can recover from last week’s embarrassing loss and beat the Cowboys.

On the college side, it’s a top-10 showdown between Oregon and Penn State in the White Out, LSU vs. Ole Miss with QB Trinidad C...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 3 in the NFL and Week 4 in College Football.

We cover — Caleb Williams’ breakout performance against the Cowboys, to whether Dallas’ offense and defense are officially broken. We dive into Justin Herbert’s MVP-level play and why the Chargers’ defense has completely turned around under Jim Harbaugh. The Eagles rallied back from 19 down to stun the Rams, Baker Mayfield once again came up clutch for Tampa Bay. We also hit on rookie Emeka Egbuka emerging as a star for the Bucs, Quentin Johnston flashing big-play a...

Hosts Brad Fowler and Alex Higdon break down all the biggest storylines from Week 2 in the NFL and Week 3 in College Football.

We cover it all — from the Cowboys’ defense getting shredded by the Giants, to Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs’ stale offense in another disappointing loss. We dive into Trevor Lawrence’s turnover problem, Micah Parsons dominating Washington, and Joe Burrow’s latest injury putting the Bengals’ season in jeopardy. The Packers look like the NFL’s best team right now, while the Steelers’ defense has been exposed, and the Chargers are suddenly 2-0 with their defense looking...