The Adam Schefter Podcast

Adam sits down to explain the current situation the NFL is faced with after several Tennessee Titans players have tested positive for COVID-19. Adam spells out what that means for the Minnesota Vikings, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the rest of the league moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam starts off the podcast with some insight into the Kansas City Chiefs' success. Next, he sits down with Miami Dolphins starting QB Ryan Fitzpatrick to talk everything from teaching Tua Tagovailoa to being a Dad to 7 children. Then, Adam offers some analysis of the injuries surrounding the San Francisco 49ers. After that, ESPN's Evan Kaplan joins the show to discuss major storylines heading into Week 4. Lastly, Adam wrap's up with a funny story about Matthew Berry and Chris Berman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam starts off the show with a funny family story as well as his major takeaways from Week 2. Then, former NFL running back CJ Anderson calls in to discuss his retirement and the many injuries from Week 2. Next, ESPN's Evan Kaplan joins the show to preview the major QB matchups in Week 3 and what to expect in those games. After that, Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt calls in to talk season projections and staying healthy. Lastly, Adam closes the show with his final thoughts on what to expect heading into Week 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by the Washington Football Team's Rookie Defensive End Chase Young to talk about his first NFL game without fans. Then, ESPN's Ed Werder calls in to discuss what things are like reporting on games under this season's circumstances. And lastly, Evan Kaplan discusses all the major storylines heading into Week 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam starts off by addressing all of the recent NFL news... most notably at the QB position. Then, he talks with the full Monday Night Football crew of Louis Riddick, Steve Levy, and Brian Griese about getting the MNF job and what this season will look like for them. Next, Adam catches up ESPN fantasy expert Field Yates as they give you last minute fantasy draft advice. And lastly, Adam brings you all of the most interesting NFL storylines heading into the season with ESPN's research specialist Evan Kaplan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam starts off this week's episode with news out of Jacksonville, Florida regarding Leonard Fournette (1:23). Then, Adam talks with Denver Bronco's Safety, Justin Simmons, about social injustice and it's impact on the NFL. (9:01) After that we get into all the fantasy football tips and tricks you need before your draft with Evan Silva and Adam Levitan of Establish the Run. (24:10) But, the fantasy talk doesn't stop there. After that, Adam is joined by Pete Bommarito who trains NFL players in the offseason. Pete offers exclusive insight on who should have a huge season. (1:01:04) Finally, Adam closes this week's episode with some big NFL Labor Day weekend moves. (1:12:53) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by Fantasy Focus Football’s Matthew Berry and Mike Clay. The three have an in depth discussion of their favorite fantasy players, who they’re drafting, and what their fantasy expectations are for this season. Then, former Cowboys' WR Drew Pearson calls in to discuss the Pro Football HOF, his famous 2017 NFL Draft Speech, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by one of the new hosts of ESPN's morning radio show, Keyshawn Johnson. Keyshawn tells us that he thinks there should NOT be a college football season; he also breaks down how he believes college athletes should be paid. He even tells us who the better player is: him or his nephew, Saints' Michael Thomas. (5:31) Lastly, Adam talks with former DE for the Miami Hurricanes, Greg Rousseau, about his decision to opt out of this CFB season. (38:48) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by the new host of NFL Live, ESPN’s Laura Rutledge. The two talk Laura’s career journey that led to this accomplishment on top of being two of the most clumsy ESPN employees. Next, Adam talks with fantasy football expert, John Hansen, who offers his advice as we head into the 2020 fantasy football season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by ESPN's Mike Golic as he reflects on his 22 year career in ESPN Radio after airing his final episode last Friday August 31st 2020. The two reminisce in some of Mike's favorite career memories and Mike shares his advice on job seeking, family matters, and more. Next, Adam talks with the Los Angeles Rams' trainer Reggie Scott about preparing for this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam talks with former NFL General Manager, Bill Polian. He shares a funny story about Bill and his time on ESPN's campus. Then the two talk about this upcoming football season and Bill shares his insight on how he believes everything will unravel in the coming months. (5:35) After that, Adam chats with New Orleans Saints' Punter and member of the NFLPA executive committee, Thomas Morstead. Thomas shares his experience preparing for this season as well as his reaction to the Miami Marlins COVID-19 news. (40:11) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by Emmanuel Acho who dives into the inspiration, motivation, and future plans for “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man”. The two discuss Acho’s past and where he is headed with all of his success in the future. (5:08) Then, Katie Camlin, the Beer Manager at Plaza Liquor in Kansas City, joins Adam to talk about how she was the first to report Patrick Mahomes’ mega deal. (35:38) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Adam opens the podcast with the news of Cam Newton's signing. Next, Adam is joined by his friend and well-known comedian Frank Caliendo who attempts to perfect his Adam Schefter impersonation. Frank shares how he creates his famous impressions, his most memorable celebrity stories, and more. (5:08) Then, Adam talks with Giants' linebacker Lorenzo Carter who tells us what he's doing to bring about educational equality. (47:51) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam opens the podcast with some news regarding the Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott. (1:22) Then, Adam is joined by CNN Reporter, Omar Jimenez who recounts the events that took place the morning of his arrest in Minneapolis a few weeks ago. (6:37) Lastly, Adam talks with the Minnesota Vikings' co-defensive coordinator, Andre Patterson, about his career in football as well as the impact of our country's current events on the Vikings' organization. (35:39) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Adam moderated an ESPN #OneTeam Speaker Series, which are seminars that bring in athletes and celebrities to address Boys and Girls Clubs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Adam was joined by former Bill's HOF wide receiver Andre Reed and former Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz. The two offer insight into the challenges they have faced with diversity and equality. (7:09) Adam also talks with the NFL's Executive VP of Football Operations, Troy Vincent, who offers his stance on Colin Kaepernick and how the league is making necessary changes in light of social injustice. (28:51) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by Los Angeles Clippers' Head Coach, Doc Rivers. The two talk everything from racism, to protesting, to the lessons Rivers' father taught him growing up. Later, they dive into the lectures Rivers gave to a few NFL teams this offseason and who he thinks the Chicago Bears will pick as their starting QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by ESPN's Marcus Spears to talk about what is going on in our country today. (2:22) Then, Adam talks with the NFL's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Allen Sills, who says he is absolutely optimistic we will be playing football in 2020. (29:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam starts this weeks episode with a bit of news on Jerry Jones and the Cowboys. (00:38) Then, he is joined by the NFLPA's Executive Director, DeMaurice "De" Smith who comments on the state of the league, the return of football, and the NFL CBA. (6:35) Next, the team physician for the University of Michigan and the Detroit Lions, Dr. Asheesh Bedi, comments on what it has been like to work with injured athletes during this time. (35:58) Lastly, we close with a segment of Ask Adam. (53:26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by Steelers RB James Conner, who talks about training in quarantine, expectations for this upcoming season, and his new book. Then, we hear from Dr. Thom Mayer who says players may be recommended new helmets and face masks for this upcoming season that would help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Lastly, we close with an Ask Adam segment where Adam answers fans' questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam is joined by ESPN Analyst Louis Riddick. The two discuss staying busy and active during the pandemic as well as what this upcoming NFL season might look like. Next, NFLPA's Medical Director Dr. Thom Mayer calls in to give us a medical update. Lastly, we close with Ask Adam where Adam answers a handful of your questions and shares a few personal stories! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices