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The Adam Schefter Podcast

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Adam Schefter talks with the biggest names in and around football, taking you inside what makes them tick and how they got to where they are.
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Episodes

NFL Training Camp News and Updates

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss all the news and updates around the NFL as training camps are officially open. 3:01: Training Camps are officially open. What can we expect? 6:32: Update on the Cowboys and Micah Parsons 10:03: Where in the world is Trey Hendrickson? 17:31: What do we know about Cam Ward? 21:37: Breaking down the rookie QB situation in Cleveland 25:26: The Jets have made all the right moves… 28:48: BREAKING NEWS!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

Jul 22, 202541 min

We. Are. Back. Training Camps + Contract Disputes

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee discuss the contract disputes by 30 of the 32 second round picks, the arrest of Browns' RB Quinshon Judkins, veterans looking for new deals, the wild tale of Schefty reporting the Steelers' trades while he was at Oakmont, the Jets extending Garrett Wilson, and a 1st round riser in fantasy. 0:00 Welcome 3:58 Rookie Contract Disputes 6:47 Quinshon Judkins arrested 10:12 Veterans looking for new deals 14:25 Schefty's wild tale of reporting Steelers' moves while ...

Jul 15, 202535 min

Patriots Owner Robert Kraft and Rodgers' Last Dance

Adam and ESPN's Dan Stanczyk discuss Aaron Rodgers likely playing his final season, the Browns' QB competition, the Eagles' quest to repeat...in the NFC East, a slew of injury concerns among QBs in the AFC South, the pressure on Vikings' QB JJ McCarthy, and the return of two legendary coaches. Plus, Patriots' owner Robert Kraft on why he's optimistic this season after what he calls the worst two years of his ownership. 0:00 Welcome 2:31 Rodgers' last dance 6:03 Browns' QB competition 10:11 Eagle...

Jun 25, 202555 min

Father's Day Special: Jack Harbaugh

Adam's conversation with Jack Harbaugh, who tells great stories about John and Jim growing up in the same room, when he knew they each had what it took to become great coaches, what it was like to watch his sons face off in Super Bowl XLVII, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 12, 20251 hr 4 min

BIG time contract negotiations + Aaron Rodgers Fallout

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the current contract negotiation situations with TJ Watt and Trey Hendrickson. After that, Aaron Rodgers is officially in Pittsburgh but what is the league-wide fallout? Then, the AFC South has a slew of QB shoulder issues, Jaire Alexander was released, Nick Chubb is in Houston, and it’s Father’s Day this week!! 0:00 Welcome 1:28 - Big Time Contract Negotiations 8:06 - Aaron Rodgers is officially a Steeler 12:48 - What is the Rodgers fallout leag...

Jun 10, 202539 min

What is going on with Kirk Cousins and Kyle Pitts in ATL???

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the current situation with Kirk Cousins and Kyle Pitts in Atlanta before talking about James Cook in Buffalo, Saquon Barkley's appearance on the Madden cover, Frank Ragnow's retirement in Detroit, Bryce Huff's move to San Francisco, and the Rams' dominant offseason. After that, Rams defensive lineman Jared Verse joins the show to talk about the Rams’ off-season, his goals for the year, and how Aaron Donald continues to be an inspiration to him. 0...

Jun 03, 202559 min

Remembering Jim Irsay

Listen back to Adam's conversation with Jim Irsay from 2017 in which the eccentric Colts owner discussed his life in the NFL, his love of music and guitars, his favorite memories with the Colts, and what was left on his bucket list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 22, 202554 min

Inside the Room of the Tush Push Vote + Bills Hard Knocks Storylines

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss how the vote to ban the Tush Push failed, storylines for the Bills on Hard Knocks this summer and the NFC East during the season, Nick Sirianni's extension, the 49ers re-upping Brock Purdy and Fred Warner, Aaron Rodgers' looming decision, and how NFL players will be allowed to play flag football in the Olympics. 0:00 Welcome 1:04 The Tush Push lives on 6:47 Hard Knocks teams announced 13:02 Eagles extend Nick Sirianni 17:46 Brock Purdy and Fred W...

May 21, 202550 min

Schedule Release Insights and Analysis for ALL 32 Teams 🏈

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the NFL's schedule release, including teams the league believes in, international games, marquee holiday matchups, tough stretches, revenge games, rematches, when rookie quarterbacks may take over, and more. 0:00 Welcome 0:43 NFL schedule release 1:38 Baltimore Ravens 3:42 Cincinnati Bengals 5:59 Cleveland Browns 7:54 Pittsburgh Steelers 10:12 Miami Dolphins 11:00 Buffalo Bills 13:39 New England Patriots 16:13 New York Jets 18:16 Houston Texans 1...

May 15, 20251 hr 4 min

Eagles-Cowboys to kick off 2025 Season + Arch in Saints' QB Plans?

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the upcoming schedule release, including the Cowboys-Eagles opener, the Saints' plan at QB in the wake of Derek Carr's retirement, Trey Hendrickson's contract situation, a wrinkle to the George Pickens trade, and the draft going to DC in 2027. 0:00 Welcome 1:50 NFL Schedule Release on Wednesday 5:59 Saints' QB plan 10:50 Trey Hendrickson's contract situation 17:18 Sneaky wrinkle to George Pickens trade 24:03 Ravens release Justin Tucker 29:42 Dra...

May 12, 202550 min

A Text on Shedeur from an NFL Exec and How the Draft became a Road Show

Adam Schefter and Ty Schmit from The Pat McAfee Show discuss how the NFL Draft became a coveted road show, a text from a league executive on Shedeur Sanders, the least talked about No. 1 pick of all-time, Kirk Cousins' one remaining option, George Kittle's new deal, and Schefty's polarizing draft attire. 0:00 Welcome to The Adam Schefter Podcast 1:16 How the draft became a road show 5:43 Text from league executive on Shedeur 14:18 Most impressive draft moves 22:09 Least talked about No. 1 pick o...

Apr 29, 20251 hr 1 min

Draft Takeaways with Mel Kiper, Jr. and Field Yates

Adam recaps the draft with Mel Kiper, Jr. and Field Yates including why Mel was nervous before the first round, the streak that continues, their biggest takeaways, Shedeur sliding to the 5th round, teams with questionable drafts, the top of the 2026 class, teams with good drafts, and more. 0:00 Welcome 4:34 Why Mel was nervous 6:50 Mel's streak continues 12:05 Biggest takeaways 17:40 Shedeur's slide 35:45 Teams with questionable drafts 40:02 preview of 2026 class 43:12 Teams with good drafts Lea...

Apr 28, 20251 hr

Schefty's Draft Notes: Informed Intel on ALL 32 Teams

Adam Schefter and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the latest draft intel in advance of Thursday night, the eight-day stretch that shaped the top of the draft, where Shedeur Sanders will land, the return of the running back, and the lack of trades thus far. 0:00 Welcome 1:55 Latest Draft Intel 8:12 The Forgotten 8-day Stretch That Shaped The Top Of The Draft 13:40 Where Will Shedeur Sanders Land? 18:55 The Return Of The Running Back 22:54 An Explanation For The Lack Of Trades 28:35 Quick...

Apr 22, 202548 min

BIGGEST Draft Storyline and What's Going on in Pittsburgh?

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the latest information regarding Shedeur Sanders and where he might go in next week's draft, what's going on in Pittsburgh with waiting for Rodgers and TJ Watt throwing up the deuces on Instagram, which position stands out the most in the draft, Flacco back to the Browns, Maxx Crosby's new role, and Rory McIlroy completing the career grand slam. 0:00 Welcome 2:12 Latest on Shedeur 9:03 What's going on in Pittsburgh 15:58 Which position stands out...

Apr 15, 202545 min

BREAKING NFL Draft Intel and the 4 Scenarios for Shedeur Sanders

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the new expectation for the Browns at #2, the four scenarios for Shedeur Sanders, Trey McBride's new deal, the Colts QB competition, the Cowboys' new QB, and a team that will be active in the trade market during the draft. Plus, breaking news on a player projected to go in the Top 3 of the draft. 0:00 Welcome 2:20 Browns at #2 9:10 Scenarios for Shedeur 16:48 Trey McBride's new deal 20:27 Colts QB competition 26:23 Breaking news on a player proje...

Apr 07, 202556 min

Goodell Wants Tush Push Banned + Where Will Shedeur Sanders Land?

Adam and Ty Schmit from The Pat McAfee Show discuss the vote to ban the tush push being tabled and what it means, new rule changes, a tripleheader on Christmas, the most interesting storyline in the draft, a 10-year old making his draft opinion known, and an update on the Bengals' negotiations with Trey Hendrickson. Plus, Ohio State quarterback Will Howard on the draft process and which of his teammates will have the best pro career. 0:00 Welcome 2:14 Vote to ban tush push tabled 8:23 New rule c...

Apr 02, 20251 hr 7 min

Will QBs go 1-2? Smoke Screen SZN

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the top of the NFL draft and whether or not Adam believes that the Browns will take a QB, how no teams have traded their 1st round pick, the Giants' plan at QB after signing Jameis Winston, Aaron Rodgers meeting with the Steelers, Denver's sneaky good off-season, and the deadline for a potential Brandon Aiyuk trade. 0:00 Welcome 3:07 Will quarterbacks go 1-2? 8:38 All 32 teams still have their 1st round pick 13:47 Giants' plans at QB 18:44 Rodger...

Mar 25, 202543 min

Following in Favre's Footsteps?

Adam and Ty Schmit from The Pat McAfee Show discuss the noise around Aaron Rodgers and the Vikings, the Kirk Cousins situation in Atlanta, the Titans zeroing in on Cam Ward, the Bengals locking up Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, Derek Stingley, Jr.'s deal, and Mac Jones finally landing in San Francisco. 0:00 Welcome 1:17 Rodgers to Minnesota? 9:23 Are the Falcons really holding onto Cousins? 14:21 Titans zeroing in on Cam Ward 19:50 Bengals pay Chase and Higgins 25:04 Derek Stingley, Jr.'s record...

Mar 18, 202547 min

The Eagles' Secret, a Stunning Trade, and What's Going on in Seattle?

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss how the Eagles turn the talent loss they've suffered in free agency into a win, the Milton Williams situation, Myles Garrett's mega-deal, the Laremy Tunsil trade, what's going on in Seattle, and the biggest free agency takeaways. 0:00 Welcome 4:20 Eagles turn talent loss into a win 9:30 Milton Williams situation 17:11 Myles Garrett's record-setting new deal 22:10 Laremy Tunsil traded to the Commanders 26:50 what's going on in Seattle? 32:15 Free ...

Mar 12, 202545 min

The Busiest Week of the Year, Rodgers' Limited Options, and a surprise appearance by Pat McAfee

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the QB landscape now that Matthew Stafford is off the board, the future for Aaron Rodgers, the interest level in the top rookie QBs, Deebo Samuel getting traded to the Commanders, the notion that the Eagles could land Myles Garrett, and what Adam's week will be like during free agency. Plus, a surprise appearance by Pat McAfee. 0:00 Welcome 3:20 Darnold tops QB market 11:08 Options for Rodgers 17:23 Interest in rookie QBs 24:02 Deebo traded to Co...

Mar 04, 202552 min

Will Stafford Situation Dominate Combine Conversations?

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the latest on the Matthew Stafford situation, the Steelers' plans at QB, how the Titans will approach the #1 pick, why the Browns will almost certainly take a QB at #2, a free agency trend to watch, and the Packers' proposal to ban the Tush Push. 0:00 Welcome 2:58 Latest on Stafford 7:43 Steelers' plan at QB 11:01 How the Titans are approaching the #1 pick 15:48 Why the Browns will almost certainly draft a QB at #2 20:01 Free Agency trend to watc...

Feb 25, 202540 min

Adam Schefter on Matthew Stafford's Uncertain Future

Adam and Ty Schmit from The Pat McAfee Show discuss the uncertain futures of Matthew Stafford, Aaron Rodgers, and Russell Wilson, whether or not Travis Kelce will retire, the rumors about the Steelers' interest in Trevor Lawrence, the franchise tag candidates, the biggest takeaway from the Eagles' Super Bowl parade, and Kellen Moore taking over in New Orleans. 0:00 Welcome 1:43 Stafford is the first domino in the QB market 8:05 Kelce's future 13:16 Steelers' interest in Trevor Lawrence 17:38 Fra...

Feb 18, 202539 min

Philly's Super Bowl Statement and the Off-Season of Wide Receivers

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the difference for the Eagles in the Super Bowl, who the Eagles will kick off the 2025 season against, the off-season of wide receivers, the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class, Randy Moss' return to NFL Countdown, and their memories of Super Bowl Week in New Orleans. 0:00 Welcome 2:23 The difference for the Eagles in the Super Bowl 11:24 Who will Philadelphia host in next season's opener? 16:20 The off-season of wide receivers 21:05 The 2026 Pr...

Feb 11, 202551 min

Before the Rings: Patrick Mahomes the Prospect

Patrick Mahomes sat down with Adam Schefter on the podcast way back in April 2017 as he visited Bristol before the NFL draft. In an interesting snapshot of the past — before cementing his legendary status in the NFL — Patrick and Adam discuss the draft process, his impression of Andy Reid, his visits with a variety of team, something he learned from Peyton Manning he vowed to continue, what it feels like to throw for 700+ yards in a game, his Chipotle order, the possibility of returning to baseb...

Feb 07, 202525 min

NFL Equivalent to Luka Doncic Trade?; Chiefs-Eagles Legacies on the Line in Super Bowl LIX; Chip Kelly Returns

Adam Schefter and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show reflect on the Luka Doncic trade that shocked the sports world and consider an NFL equivalent. Then, the guys discuss the legacies on the line in Super Bowl LIX, the Saints head coaching search heading toward its conclusion and Chip Kelly returning to the NFL. Later, Peyton Manning stops by to talk about staying with his parents in New Orleans for the Super Bowl, sharing the Super Bowl experience with is high school teammates, watching Eli take ...

Feb 03, 20251 hr 14 min

Dallas Cowboys Hire Brian Schottenheimer; First Impressions of Chiefs-Eagles in Super Bowl LIX

Adam Schefter and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the Dallas Cowboys hiring Brian Schottenheimer, Jerry Jones calling Adam to share the news, the inspiration of Pete Carroll coaching the Las Vegas Raiders, the drama behind the Jacksonville Jaguars hiring Liam Coen away from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Aaron Glenn’s memorable quote in his Jets press conference, if the Tennessee Titans are tipping their hand and staying away from a quarterback at No. 1 overall, and their first impressions o...

Jan 28, 20251 hr

Best Super Bowl Matchup, Cowboys Coaching Search, and is Travis Kelce the Greatest TE Ever?

Adam Schefter and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the potential Super Bowl matchups, what happened to the NFC North teams in the playoffs, Ben Johnson choosing the Bears, the latest on the Cowboys, Travis Kelce’s greatness, and Jayden Daniels’ rookie run continues. Plus, Herm Edwards joins to discuss what makes Jayden Daniels so special 0:00 Welcome 2:58 Best Super Bowl Matchups 8:07 NFC North goes cold 12:32 Lions lose and poised to lose both coordinators 21:22 Cowboys coaching search ...

Jan 21, 20251 hr 6 min

Cowboys Coaching Search Primer, Delectable Divisional Round, and Lions LB Alex Anzalone

Adam and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the latest intel on the Cowboys coaching search, the Divisional Round matchups, Jayden Daniels' continued rise, Tom Brady's influence in Las Vegas, Mike Vrabel taking over in New England, and Aaron Glenn's future. Plus, Lions LB Alex Anzalone on Detroit earning the #1 seed in the NFC and what makes Dan Campbell such a great coach. 0:00 Welcome 1:08 Cowboys coaching search 8:54 Divisional Round matchups 13:02 Jayden Daniels takes command 17:47 Tom...

Jan 14, 20251 hr 3 min

Monday's Most Surprising Move, Bears Calling on Mike McCarthy, and the Future in New England

Adam and Ty Schmit from The Pat McAfee Show discuss the small number of moves made on Monday, what that means going forward, the Bears asking to interview Mike McCarthy, the current interview rules, the Titans having the #1 pick, and the future in New England. Plus, former Texans coach Bill O'Brien stops by to discuss the College Football Playoff, how Bill Belichick will do in college, the best players he's ever coached, and if he's interested in returning to the NFL. 0:00 Welcome 2:47 Relativel...

Jan 07, 20251 hr 5 min

Kirk Cousins' Future, Bill Belichick's Buyout, and Lawrence Taylor

Adam and Ty Schmit from the Pat McAfee Show discuss the future of Kirk Cousins, the coolest holiday gift from an athlete, the trend of college GMs, and Bill Belichick's buyout at UNC. Plus, Lawrence Taylor on Belichick taking over at his alma mater, the state of the Giants, and why he cringes when he watches the NFL today. 0:00 Welcome 8:01 Kirk Cousins' future 15:07 The coolest gift from an athlete 22:27 College GM trend 26:32 Belichick's buyout 30:48 Lawrence Taylor interview Learn more about ...

Dec 18, 20241 hr 5 min
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