Next Up with Adam Breneman

Christian Hackenberg was set to become Penn State's next heisman winner, but not everything went according to plan. Before Christian made it to Penn State's campus, the NCAA imposed the strictest sanctions in NCAA history on Penn State's football program. However, through all the turmoil, the departure of his Head Coach Bill O'Brien, and challenges Christian experienced on and off the field, Christian Hackenberg blossomed into an NFL prospect and saved Penn State Football from the ashes. For the first time ever, Christian Hackenberg is ready to open up about his NFL career, playing days at Penn State, and his life after football. You are NOT going to want to miss this.

Get ready for March Madness by taking a deep dive inside the world of Kentucky Basketball with the latest episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! This week, Adam is joined by co-host and former Kansas Jayhawk, Mitch Lightfoot. Together, they interview Kentucky Wildcats Jacob Toppin, Lance Ware, CJ Frederick, and Brennan Canada. This interview covers everything from the highs and lows of the 2023 season for the Kentucky Wildcats, what it's like playing for Head Coach John Calipari, and Lance Ware even shares some tips on how to guard Oscar Tshiebwe. Jacob Toppin also sheds some light on how he handles constantly being under the microscope at Kentucky, and what he does to silence the outside noise.

This week, guest host Mitch Lightfoot joins Next Up for a sit down conversation with Villanova Basketball players Justin Moore, Chris Arcidiacono, and Eric Dixon. 2023 has been full of ups and downs for Villanova Basketball, especially after the shocking retirement of Head Coach Jay Wright in 2022. On this week's episode, the guys compare Coach Wright vs. Coach Kyle Neptune and provide some insight on how Villanova has adjusted to life after Coach Wright. The guys also reveal what it's like training with NBA players in the offseason and even share the loudest environments that they have played in.

Adam heads to Arizona to get a behind the scenes look at how NFL Draft prep is going for projected 1st round pick Darnell Wright, Keondre Coburn, and Tavius Robinson. Together, the guys reveal everything that happens leading up to the Draft - from the moment they step off the college field to hearing their named called on TV. Adam also takes a deep dive into each of their college careers, highlighting their favorite moments & biggest regrets on and off the field. Tune in for some of the funniest untold college football stories you've never heard before...

Adam heads to Lexington, Kentucky to sit down with the No. 1 quarterback from this year's college football transfer portal: Devin Leary. After playing four seasons at NC State and battling several injuries, Leary decided to delay going to the NFL and instead play one more season of college football. After entering the portal, almost every school in the nation offered Leary. This week's episode reveals why Leary ended up choosing Kentucky, who played the biggest role in his recruitment, and provides a glimpse of what Kentucky fans should expect from the gunslinger next season.

This week, Adam sits down with Arizona State's Head Coach of Sports Performance, Joe Connolly. Joe is the best strength coach in all of college football and is full of insightful knowledge and tips on how to optimize athletic performance. Joe has worked with several NFL players including Jadeveon Clowney, Deebo Samuel, and Brandon Aiyuk. This episode covers everything you could possibility want to know about achieving peak performance. Joe and Adam discuss the latest fitness trends, how to optimize sleep, the ideal morning routine, and even the effects of alcohol on athletic performance.

Adam heads to Scottsdale, Arizona to meet up with Carolina Panthers DB Jaycee Horn ahead of the Super Bowl. Jaycee was the 8th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft and is coming off his best season yet, despite being a pro bowl snub! Jaycee opens up about his experience as a top 10 pick, provides some insight on the coaching turmoil in Carolina, and even reveals how he spent his $12M signing bonus. The Carolina Panthers just made two new additions to their staff with the hiring of head coach Frank Reich and defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero - tune in to hear Jaycee's first impressions of them both!

Adam heads to Clemson, South Carolina to meet up with Clemson Football's new starting QB, Cade Klubnik. After a season full of ups and downs serving as the backup, Cade finally took full control of the offense after the ACC Championship. In this interview, Cade opens up about the struggles of being a backup, his relationship with DJ Uiagalelei and the new offensive coordinator Garrett Riley, and even reveals what it’s like playing for Coach Swinney.

There's only one WR you need to know in the 2023 NFL Draft and it's Zay Flowers. This week, Adam sits down with Zay and gets to know who he off the field and what NFL fans should expect from him if their team drafts him. Find out why he's the best WR in this year's NFL Draft and why every NFL front office has his name circled on this week's episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman.

This week, Adam heads to Clemson, South Carolina to kick it with Clemson Basketball's Starting 5. After an underwhelming season last year, Clemson rebounded and is taking the college basketball world by storm. Currently ranked No. 1 in the ACC, Clemson is the hottest team in the country and isn't planning on slowing down anytime soon. Tune in for a great episode full of laughs, never told before stories, and even learn how Clemson's Starting 5 spends their NIL money on this week's episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman. Guests Include: Hunter Tyson, PJ Hall, Chase Hunter, Brevin Galloway, Alex Hemenway