
The Adam Schefter Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Feb 11, 2025 • 51min
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 Welcome2:23 The difference for the Eagles in the Super Bowl11:24 Who will Philadelphia host in next season's opener?16:20 The off-season of wide receivers21:05 The 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class27:46 Randy Moss' return to NFL Countdown33:56 Super Bowl Week Memories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 7, 2025 • 25min
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 baseball if football didn’t pan out, and what he considered a successful NFL career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 3, 2025 • 1h 14min
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 down the Patriots twice, and what Manning would do instead of watching the Super Bowl in his playing days.2:33 Luka Doncic-NFL Trade Comparisons11:29 Legacies on the line in Super Bowl LIX16:09 Kellen Moore *likely* to be next Saints head coach22:55 Bad blood between Buccaneers & Jaguars27:12 Chip Kelly joins Pete Carroll as Raiders offensive coordinator30:33 Is Eli Manning a first ballot Hall of Famer?33:19 Peyton Manning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 28, 2025 • 1h
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 of a Kansas City Chiefs-Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl.https://youtu.be/zeBkM1B1WXk0:00 Welcome1:10 Cowboys hire Brian Schottenheimer9:14 Raiders hire Pete Carroll14:33 Jags dramatically swipe Liam Coen from Bucs21:16 Jets hire Aaron Glenn24:55 Titans NOT taking a QB at No. 1?28:22 Chiefs-Eagles in Super Bowl LIX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 21, 2025 • 1h 6min
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 special0:00 Welcome2:58 Best Super Bowl Matchups8:07 NFC North goes cold12:32 Lions lose and poised to lose both coordinators21:22 Cowboys coaching search24:45 Travis Kelce’s place in NFL lore29:10 Jayden Daniels’ run continues32:13 Herm Edwards interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 14, 2025 • 1h 3min
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 Welcome1:08 Cowboys coaching search8:54 Divisional Round matchups13:02 Jayden Daniels takes command17:47 Tom Brady's influence with the Raiders23:49 Mike Vrabel hired in New England27:50 Aaron Glenn poised to become a head coach30:01 Alex Anzalone interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 5min
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 Welcome2:47 Relatively tame Monday in terms of firings5:05 More coaches and GMs will be on the hot seat next year8:00 Bears asking to interview Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy11:00 Interview rules16:13 Titans are on the clock19:54 Future in New England23:15 Bill O'Brien interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 18, 2024 • 1h 5min
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 Welcome8:01 Kirk Cousins' future15:07 The coolest gift from an athlete22:27 College GM trend26:32 Belichick's buyout30:48 Lawrence Taylor interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 10, 2024 • 54min
Close Calls for the Chiefs, Dan Campbell's Go For It Mentality, the Best Window of the Regular Season, and Mina Kimes
Adam and Ty Schmit from The Pat McAfee Show discuss the incredible late afternoon matchups in Week 15, a couple of devastating knee injuries, Bryce Young's redemption, a shakeup at the top of the draft, the Chiefs continuing to win close games, and Dan Campbell's go for it mentality. Plus, ESPN's Mina Kimes on how The Simpsons broadcast came to be and her rise in sports media.0:00 Welcome1:26 The incredible late afternoon slate in Week 154:34 Devastating injuries to Jonathan Brooks and DeMarvion Overshown7:54 Bryce Young's redemption11:07 Shakeup at the top of the NFL Draft order13:58 Chiefs continue to win close games18:57 Dan Campbell's go for it mindset25:01 Mina Kimes interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 3, 2024 • 53min
The Jameis Winston Experience, San Francisco's Window, Bills Clinch, and the future of the Bears
Adam and Ty Schmit from The Pat McAfee Show discuss the Jameis Winston experience, the last week of byes, the 49ers' window, the Bills clinching the AFC East, the injuries to the Lions, and the future of the Bears. Plus, Bears radio analyst Tom Thayer joins to discuss the generational talent of Caleb Williams', what he wants out of the next head coach, and what it was like to play for the '85 Bears.0:00 Welcome1:46 Jameis Winston's MNF performance and future6:59 Last bye week8:54 San Francisco's turbulent season13:02 Bills clinch AFC East for 5th straight year15:54 Injuries mounting for Lions' defense18:53 Future of the Bears22:24 Tom Thayer interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices