Arvel Reese

Mentioned in 11 analyzed podcast episodes across 7 shows

Ohio State defensive prospect competing for a top-5 draft selection, with evaluators viewing him as either a linebacker or edge rusher. Known for impressive combine performance, including a 4.46 40-time and strong measurements, along with aggressive play style on the field. Discussed across NFL podcasts as a versatile defensive prospect with comparisons to similar trajectories, generating debate about his final draft positioning and positional fit.

Appears On

Cover 3 College Football PFT Live with Mike Florio NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal Brock and Salk The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL The Herd with Colin Cowherd The McShay Show

Episode Appearances

Cover 3 College Football · Apr 15, 2026

NFL Draft Check-In with Ryan Wilson: Burning Questions About Top Prospects, Favorite Sleepers & MORE

“Ohio State prospect favored over David Bailey for Jets pick; praised for versatility and athletic upside”

NFL Draft 2025 prospect rankings and big board analysisQuarterback class evaluation and landing spot impact on career trajectoryMock draft consensus versus contrarian takes and smoke screens

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Cover 3 College Football · Apr 2, 2026

Mailbag! Big Ten Scheduling, Notre Dame’s Win Total & MORE! | College Football

“Ohio State linebacker projected as second overall NFL Draft pick to New York Jets”

Notre Dame playoff expectations and win total analysisBig Ten scheduling disadvantage vs. SEC/ACC power conference requirementsCollege Football Playoff selection committee changes and composition

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PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 2, 2026

How dysfunctional are the Eagles? + Chris Simms reveals 2026 NFL Draft Edge Rankings (4/2 Hour 2)

“Top-ranked 2026 draft prospect; elite versatility as both standup linebacker and pass rusher”

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback-coach dysfunctionNFL labor negotiations with officials unionMedia timing and strategic story placement in sports journalism

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PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 27, 2026

Dolphins first, Steelers worst in leaked NFLPA report cards + Colts give Anthony Richardson permission to seek a trade (2/27 Hour 1)

“Ohio State defensive end who also ran 4.46 40-time at combine; competing with Stiles for draft positioning”

NFLPA Report Cards and Organizational AccountabilityNFL Free Agency Tampering Enforcement and CBA ComplianceQuarterback Competition Models and Roster Construction

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NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Feb 27, 2026

Styles and Reese Shine at Combine, Latest Trade Rumors, and Dan Morgan and Dave Canales Join the Show

“Ohio State linebacker/edge rusher prospect ranked #2 overall by some evaluators, ran 4.46 40-time at combine”

2026 NFL Combine Performance Metrics and Athleticism ScoringLinebacker Class Depth and Top Prospect EvaluationEdge Rusher Arm Length and Physical Measurement Impact on Draft Stock

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Brock and Salk · Feb 26, 2026

Hour 4: Mariners Pitcher Bryce Miller on His Preparation Process on a Day He Pitches

“Edge linebacker from Ohio State; broke Combine measurements, projected top-5 draft pick”

Pregame Mental Preparation and VisualizationPitcher Conditioning and Weight ManagementArm Injury Prevention and Joint Health

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PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 26, 2026

Texas TE Jack Endries and Ohio State TE Max Klare join the show from Indy

“Ohio State defensive player; cited by Klare as aggressive defender who hits hard on counter plays”

NFL Scouting Combine evaluation processTight end position development and trainingCollege football transfer portal strategy

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NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Feb 24, 2026

40s and Free Agents: NFL Scouting Combine Preview!

“Linebacker prospect being considered for edge rusher role; example of positional versatility trend”

NFL Scouting Combine Preview 2024Quarterback Prospect Evaluation (Ty Simpson, Carson Beck, Drew Allar)Running Back Athleticism and Route Running

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The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 11, 2026

Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's updated Top 100

“Top prospect ranked #1 overall on Brugler's board as edge rusher from Ohio State”

2026 NFL Draft Class EvaluationEdge Rusher Depth and ValueWide Receiver Class Analysis

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The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 10, 2026

THE HERD - Hour 3 - The needs of NFL teams, the top prospects of the NFL draft, Todd McShay

“Ohio State linebacker prospect identified as best prospect in 2025 draft class with projection to edge rusher”

2025 NFL Draft Quarterback EvaluationFernando Mendoza Fit with Clint Kubiak SystemSam Darnold Career Resurgence and Evaluation

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The McShay Show · Feb 9, 2026

Mock Draft 2.0: Mendoza Trade Offers, Reese’s NFL Comp, and More Round 1 Takeaways

“Linebacker/edge rusher prospect ranked #2, compared to Micah Parsons trajectory with Jets consideration”

NFL Draft Strategy and Trade ScenariosQuarterback Evaluation and Prospect RankingOffensive Line Assessment and Positional Value

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