Blockbuster Trade Day

NFL Live

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3.7 • 588 Ratings

🗓️ 5 March 2026

⏱️ 50 minutes

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On this episode of NFL Live, the crew reacts to two major headlines shaking up the league. First, we break down the blockbuster trade sending cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams and what it means for the Rams’ defense moving forward. The panel dives into how McDuffie fits into their secondary, why the move makes sense for L.A., and what the trade signals for the other side of the deal. We also discuss the surprising news that the New England Patriots have released veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs. What led to the decision, how it impacts the Patriots’ offense, and which teams could be potential landing spots for Diggs if he signs elsewhere. From a big defensive addition in Los Angeles to a shocking roster move in New England, we cover the biggest reactions, analysis, and what these moves mean for the NFL landscape heading into the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	From 30 for 30 Podcasts.
0:02.5	Brian Padda, Senior Defensive Lyman from Miami.
0:12.9	Gunned down.
0:14.3	The key to this case, it's Brian.
0:18.0	A hour before he died, he was on the phone. Argued what about this might be a hit.
0:22.8	You want the truth.
0:23.8	Biggest one of conviction.
0:24.6	Being placed him to arrest.
0:26.5	We had a killer amongst us.
0:28.2	Murder at the U.
0:29.0	Listen now.
0:31.4	We got some breaking news coming out of New England, and that's how we start NFL live.
0:35.9	The Patriots will be releasing wide receiver, Stefan Diggs next week when the new year begins.
0:41.5	The four-time Pro Bowler played one season with the Patriots on that Super Bowl team, where he had 85 catches over 1,000 yards receiving.
0:49.6	And you see Mike Reese tweeting out, Diggs thanking the Patriots, a source saying the Patriots have
0:55.0	informed him he will be released. The start of the new league year ties the finances as the cap
1:00.1	charge was spiking from $10.5 million, the $26.5 million. And that's how we start NFL live. Kevin
1:07.4	Nagani here alongside Lewis Riddick, Booger McFarland and Chase Daniel, here for the next
1:11.8	hour and about 10 minutes. Chase, your first reaction to this news. Well, not really a surprise,
1:17.9	in my opinion. The writing was a little bit on the wall during that playoff run for the Patriots
1:21.9	on the way to the Super Bowl. Only 14 catches for 110 yards in four playoff games.
1:29.2	That's not a true number one receiver.
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