Lots of media people selling Podz short imo. Common narrative is he lacks offensive upside, Drance today even comparing him (potentially) to Puljujarvi. I disagree, and he'll be a better player than Hogs too.
He's got alot of talent himself, but beyond that will get points by being a play driver & having good playmaking skills to compliment his linemates.
I remember when Horvat was talked of as a 3C (some even thinking McCann had more upside). Podz will be just fine as a top 6 fwd.