SportsGist has new podcasts focusing on the NFL draft.  We talked with NFL scouts and aspiring NFL draft prospects.  Get the inside scoop on some of the top players in the draft and find out about the discipline and dedication needed to prepare for the pre draft combine, both mentally and physically.

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Athlete Johnny Newman – NBA

Athlete Morlon Greenwood – NFL

Athlete Tony Hills – NFL

Athlete Travis Hall – NFL

Athlete Jamal Anderson – NFL

Athlete Patrick Johnson- NFL

Athlete Scott Paltos- St Peter’s Prep (High School)

Athlete Bobby Malek- LA Dodgers (minors)

Athlete Bubba Bell- Boston Red Sox (minors)

A veteran of 34 years in the player personnel field of professional football, Tom Marino talks to SportsGist.com about the prospects in this year’s NFL draft as well as what skills a scout looks for in a player. Tom details the skill set a top rated QB should have and specifically talks about the benefits Vernon Gholston brings to a team. Listen to Tom talk about the hidden gems in this year’s draft and the players who may be a bit overrated.

2008 NFL Draft Overview Tom Marino’s NFL draft notes for 2008, great read for those looking for the hard data !

Podcast on SportsGist2 Inside the NFL Draft with Tony Marino

NFL draft expert Scott Wright talked to SportsGist.com about some of the QBs in this year’s NFL draft. Scott is a football draft expert best known for his extensive knowledge of all of the NFL draft prospects. Listen talk Scott talk about the draft status of University of Delaware QB Joe Flacko and USC QB John David Booty.  He also talks about what he believes is the strongest position in this year’s draft.  I was lucky enough to talk with Scott Wright, a football draft expert.  Here is the full podcast  on SportsGist2  Scott Wright-NFL Scout-PodCast

Nate Jones is a graduate of the University of Texas where he played wide receiver for the Longhorns.  Nate talks about his high school playing days and the pressure that come along with it.  He talks about his typical workout and how he prepared or the draft.  Do you want to know what Nate will be doing during the draft?  Well listen to the podcast to find out. Link to his new Podcast Interview by Gus Ornstein SportsGist2

Tony Hills is a 6’6”, 305 pound offensive tackle from the University of Texas.  Tony talks to SportsGist about overcoming adversity and believing in yourself when the future looks bleak.  He tells us about his daily routine while preparing for the UT pro day and what he expects to do during the draft. Link to podcasts on SportsGist

2008 NFL Draft Overview Gus Ornstein reviews Tom Marino Scouting Reports

Current Houston Texan Morlon Greenwood talked to SportsGist.com about his move from Jamaica to New York and how he became interested in football. Greenwood didn’t even play football until half way through high school and ended up starting at Syracuse University during his first season. Hear what Greenwood had to say about his work ethic and training regimen.  Link to Podcast

Former NBA veteran of 16 years Johnny Newman talks to SportsGist.com about the life of a professional basketball player. The hard work and dedication are the characters that separate the good players from the average ones. Listen to Johnny talk about his pre game routine and how the game of basketball has changed.

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Each player talks about their experiences in baseball; from rising through the minor league ranks to their off season training routines and drills. Make sure you sign on to hear them first hand. SportsGist !

SportsGist.com kicks off the baseball season with Podcasts with former MLB player FP Santangelo http://tinyurl.com/6nekt4

Tampa Bay Ray pitching prospect Chris Mason http://tinyurl.com/6boxnw