The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL
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Building the Beast: Why defensive backs are the crown jewel of the 2026 NFL Draft class
1 hour 24 minutes Posted Apr 1, 2026 at 7:00 am.
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The Beast isn't out for another week or so, but we'll spoil one thing for you...you're going to see a lot of defensive backs in the top 50. Like, A LOT of defensive backs. Dave Helman and Dane Brugler dive into a loaded group of corners and safeties on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.


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