How 'WIZARD' playcaller Josh McDaniels can help Drake Maye hit the next level in 2026

Phil Perry sits down with TCU coach Andy Avalos to talk about Patriots 6th rounder Namdi Obiazor and what he brings to the team and his strengths as a young linebacker. Then, Phil ranks all 32 offensive play callers in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season. Who are the risers and fallers from last year’s rankings, and where does Phil think Josh McDaniels ranks?

00:00 – Phil breaks down the ‘3 P’s’ – playcallers, playmakers, and protection

06:20 – TCU coach Andy Avalos joins to go deep on Namdi Obiazor

16:45 - Phil Ranks the NFL Play Callers for 2026

19:40 - The Wizards

31:04 - The Artists

33:55 - In Good Hands

36:24 - I'm Interested!

41:00 - Known Commodities

44:23 - Needs More Information

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