Daniel Rios, Author at EssentiallySports

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Daniel Rios graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University. Daniel's writing experience includes Sports Illustrated, LA Daily News, and Sports360AZ. Daniel attended events like the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl and NFL Combine under roles he'd held while at Arizona State. He has a deep passion for football and is excited to deliver daily, insightful, compelling content. The passion for football shines through in the NFL Draft; he's done live draft shows with Brian Urlacher and produced content surrounding the event.

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Which NFL Teams Should Consider Moving Down in the Draft? Commanders, Cowboys & More

NFL fans love when their team trades up, but which teams should trade down when the draft starts in just a couple weeks in Pittsburgh.

NFL Teams With the Biggest Needs Entering the 2026 Draft: Chiefs, Dolphins, Bears & More

Which teams have the most gaping needs ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft? NFL writer Daniel Rios breaks it down ahead of decision day in Pittsburgh.

How Kirk Cousins’ Arrival Shapes Fernando Mendoza’s Future with the Raiders

The Raiders signed Kirk Cousins to their QB room, but how will this impact Las Vegas' presumed No. 1 pick, QB Fernando Mendoza?

NFL League Meetings Takeaways: Draft Hints from Lions, Jets & More

Coaches took the podium this week at the NFL's annual league meeting. Here's what some had to say regarding their teams draft plan

Should the Jets Take David Bailey or Arvell Reese at No. 2 Overall? The Case for Each

The New York Jets have a tricky decision to make at No. 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's the comp on the two leading candidates.