Adam’s + 1
This is an interview style podcast tailored to the guest of the show or otherwise known as “Adam’s + 1.”The purpose of the show is to dive into the personal and professional journey of each plus one. Adam’s goal is to provide each plus one a platform to discuss their personal story, address topics they feel strongly about, and provide listeners with relatable content through an open and honest conversation.
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Episode 133 | Eck's Best Bets | Conference Championship Weekend + NFL News
<p>Andrew is locking in his best bets for Conference Championship Weekend.. Broncos hosting the Patriots. Rams heading on the road to face the Seahawks. We break down the matchups, the numbers, and the narratives.</p><p>Then it’s award season. We give our picks for NFL Regular Season MVP and Coach of the Year, including who deserves it, who’s getting too much hype, and who’s getting robbed. Plus, we react to the latest coaching hirings and vacancies around the league — bad fits, good fits, panic moves, and the hires that already feel like future press conference apologie...
Episode 132 | Eck's Best Bets Divisional Round
<p>Adam and Drew are back to break down what went right, what went wrong, and what definitely won’t happen again.</p><p></p><p>We open with a candid convo on the best and worst NFL coaching vacancies, because nothing says January like teams already panicking about the future.</p><p></p><p>Then it’s accountability time 📊</p><p>Drew’s overall record sits at 48–33 (59%), despite a rough 1–2 week, while college picks remain rock solid at 30–20–1 (60%).</p><p></p><p>From there, we dive into every playoff matchup from last week — blown leads, failed 4th downs, brutal offensive performan...
Episode 131 | Bears Pull Off a MONSTROUS Comeback vs Packers (Wild Card Weekend) 🐻🔥
<p>Wild Card Weekend delivered in every possible way — and the Bears authored one of the most unforgettable comebacks in rivalry history against the Packers. Adam and Luke break it all down while the adrenaline is still pumping.</p><p>We start with some news regarding Mike Tomlin's future before diving headfirst into Luke’s raw, emotional reaction to that game. From halftime doubt to the exact moment belief kicked in, nothing is held back.</p><p>In this episode:</p>Luke’s honest reaction to the Bears’ wild comebackWhat halftime really felt like — hope or heartbreak?The exact moment it hit: “O...
Episode 130 | Eck’s Best Bets | Wildcard Weekend
<p>Wildcard Weekend is here and the boys are locked in. Adam & Drew kick things off reflecting on the season, the grind, and why talking ball with casuals is still a contact sport. Then it’s straight to the receipts — Drew’s heater continues with a 47–31 overall record (61%), coming off a 4–1 week and +5.5 units on the year.</p><p></p><p>From there, Andrew dives deep into his homework, breaking down the Rams defense like it’s midterms. What changed? Why Quinton Lake matters. How explosive play rate actually works. And why a unit that was elite early suddenly cooled off — with a...
Episode 129 | Bears vs Packers: Friendship on Pause
<p>Wildcard Weekend means one thing: it’s time to invite a lifelong Packers fan on the show and let the rivalry breathe. Aaron Leonard joins the pod to break down an odd month in Green Bay and what the real temperature is for Packers fans heading into Bears–Packers, postseason edition.</p><p>We talk ceiling without Micah, Matt LaFleur’s long-term security, whether Jeff Hafley is sticking around or headed for a bigger job, and why this matchup feels equal parts comfortable and terrifying for Green Bay (and Chicago).</p><p>Is this still a little-brother situation—or has the...
Episode 128 | Week 18 Bears vs. Lions Reaction + Wild Card Preview 🏈
<p>Adam and Luke kick things off with breaking news out of Baltimore. The Ravens fired head coach John Harbaugh. After dissecting that decision, Adam and Luke dive into the Bears loss to the Lions and what it means heading into the postseason. Luke gives his raw reaction to the game, then Adam puts him on the spot with the big questions Bears fans are still talking about.</p><p>Would you have gone for it on 4th down late in the 4th Quarter? Did the defense actually play well enough to win? And what really matters most as the...
Episode 127 | Mailbag Q&A
<p>Episode 127 is a full-on mailbag chaos episode — football debates, gym truths, and Madden rage therapy all in one. 🎙️🔥</p><p></p><p>We start in the NFL trenches breaking down:</p><p> • The most overrated QB in the league</p><p> • Which QBs fans totally misjudge when it comes to wins vs. actual play</p><p> • Stats everyone loves that are quietly misleading</p><p> • The most valuable non-QB in football</p><p> • A playoff matchup you never want to see</p><p> • The player no scheme can replace</p><p> • My most stubborn NFL take (yes, I’m dying on this hill)</p><p>...
Episode 126 | Eck’s Best Bets | Week 18
<p>Is Aaron Rodgers a top-5 quarterback of all time? Adam puts Andrew on the spot to kick things off before the guys dive into Drew’s betting recap and a sharp Week 18 slate. From Texans vs. Chargers to Eagles vs. Bills, the Pick One segment brings the data and the debates, followed by Andrew unloading his full card and Top 5 bets of the week: Steelers +3.5, Seahawks -1.5, Jets +7.5, Vikings -8, and Packers/Vikings Under 35.5. </p><p>Hitting over 60% against the spread over an entire season is no joke—ride the heater into Week 18 and follow Andrew @SurgicalSharp on X for...
Episode 125 | Chicago Bears Talk
<p>Adam and Luke Hendrickson break down the Bears’ loss to the 49ers and dive into the bigger picture: Is this team truly Super Bowl–caliber? Is the season already a success, or have expectations changed? Plus, a debate on playoff seeding and whether Aaron Rodgers belongs in the top 5 QBs of all time.</p>
Episode 124 | Eck’s Best Bets | Week 17
<p>Adam and Drew kick things off with some casual banter before breaking down Drew’s betting performance and updated records. The guys dive into a Pick One debate featuring Chargers–Cowboys, unpacking Herbert, Dallas’ outlook, and what the advanced stats really say. “Drew to the Rescue” returns as Adam looks for Pick ’Em help, then Andrew closes with a full rundown of his Week 17 card—highlighted by a perfect Christmas slate, his Top 5 NFL bets, others receiving votes, and his favorite college plays. Plenty of data, picks, and accountability heading into Week 17. 🎄🏈💰</p>
