Dane Brugler
Mentioned in 14 analyzed podcast episodes across 8 shows
Lead scouting analyst for The Athletic who evaluates NFL draft prospects and provides comprehensive player assessments. Known for his detailed combine evaluation methodology and annual Top 100 draft board, which is regularly referenced by NFL podcasts analyzing prospect performance and draft readiness. Frequently cited as an authority on player evaluation trends, including perspectives on combine participation and its implications for draft prospects.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Apr 16, 2026
Mock Draft: What Teams SHOULD Do in Round 1
“Referenced for prospect board rankings and evaluations throughout mock draft”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Apr 12, 2026
Re-Evaluating the Packers' WR Room!!!
“Referenced for draft guide ratings of receiver prospects like Ted Hurst from Georgia State”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Apr 10, 2026
TRADES: Why the Packers will NOT be making their pick at 52 overall in the 2026 NFL draft
“Author of 'The Beast' draft guide; extensively cited for comprehensive 600+ page player evaluations”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Apr 10, 2026
PACKERS SQUAD SHOW: What’s the Packers’ Biggest Concern Heading Into 2026? | Draft Day Starters
“Author of comprehensive draft guide 'The Beast' analyzed throughout episode for prospect rankings”
Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler · Apr 8, 2026
NFL Draft Preview Cram Sesh: NFC East + NFC North
“Co-host with Dave Hellman on 'Building the Beast' podcast covering draft prospects”
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
LEFT TO ADDRESS: Could Offensive Tackle be the Chicago Bears 1st Round Priority? | CHGO Bears
“Published 300,000-word 'Beast' draft guide; referenced for comprehensive prospect evaluation methodology”
The Daily · Apr 8, 2026
A Cease-Fire in Iran
“Featured in pre-episode sponsorship segment discussing The Athletic's draft coverage”
Modern Love · Apr 8, 2026
My Husband’s Breakdown Was My Breakthrough
“Featured in mid-roll advertisement discussing NFL draft coverage and The Beast guide”
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Mar 2, 2026
Surprising NFL Combine Rumors: Could Braxton Jones RETURN to the Bears? | CHGO Bears Podcast
“Draft analyst; referenced regarding frustration with players avoiding Combine workouts”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Feb 27, 2026
2026 NFL Combine gets off to a HOT start for Packers needs as linebackers, defensive tackles SHINE
“Draft analyst for The Athletic, cited for combine evaluation methodology and player assessment frameworks”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 11, 2026
Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's updated Top 100
“Lead scouting analyst providing top 100 draft board update and prospect evaluations for 2026 NFL draft”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 2, 2026
Building the Beast Senior Bowl Recap: Winners, takeaways, and effects on the draft
“Draft analyst who attended East West Shrine Bowl and Senior Bowl; primary guest providing prospect evaluations”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Jan 21, 2026
Building the Beast: Shrine Bowl preview and CFP National Championship Game takeaways
“Co-host of The Athletic Football Show, provided draft analysis and prospect evaluation commentary”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Jan 14, 2026
Building the Beast: Did they stay or did they go now?
“Co-host providing scout perspectives on quarterback evaluations and prospect decisions”