
Simpson’s 13th Pick Steals the Spotlight in 2026 NFL Draft TV Coverage
First-round TV coverage favored faster, more decisive picks, with Ty Simpson’s 13th‑overall selection stealing the moment. Ian Rapoport delivered a strong insider scoop about the Steelers and Makai Lemon, while Pat McAfee’s hybrid show mixed humor and analysis (including Ty Schmit’s Mel Kiper Jr. impression). The author also praises Daniel Jeremiah as the top TV draft analyst and notes Greenberg’s interview with Roger Goodell as solid but predictable.













