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Every week, Peter Schrager will recap his week on the road covering the NFL, take you behind the scenes of Monday Night Football, and dive into key storylines and match-ups around the league. Peter will be joined by some of the biggest names in the game along the way - from players and coaches to media personalities and celebrity fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Schrager Hour, Peter Schrager's new ESPN/Omaha Productions produced podcast, starts with an in-depth interview with  Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton. Payton hits on high expectations in Denver this season, his thoughts on the Micah Parsons trade, his experience working for Jerry Jones in Dallas, and a revelation that he came very close to being the head coach of the Oakland Raiders back in 2003. Payton, just five days before the start of the season, hits on lessons from Bill Parcells, Jon Gruden, and the many men who helped influence him and his coaching style. Plus, Peter sits with his longtime friend Logan Swaim, Chief Content Officer at The Volume, to discuss the latest in sports media, the crossover between sports and pop culture, and Peter’s big transition to ESPN. Logan and Peter then go through their season predictions for the 2025 NFL campaign.  Timecodes: 0:00 Welcome To The Schrager Hour 4:05 Broncos HC Sean Payton Joins The Schrager Hour 21:48 Thoughts on Micah Parsons Trade 25:25 The Legend of Al Davis 36:20 Expectations for Broncos Fans this Season 37:20 Logan Swaim Chief Content Officer at The Volume 49:00 Thoughts on New Heights Podcast with Taylor Swift 52:20 Peter's Transition to ESPN 1:00:33 Logan Test Peter's Football Knowledge 1:08:10 Anticipations heading into the NFL Season 1:19:20 See you next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter hosts Dan Orlovsky, Jason McCourty and Field Yates to share their predictions for the the 2025 NFL season. They reveal their picks for playoff teams, MVP, COTY, DPOY, and Super Bowl Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast with a recap of his experience at the Canelo - Crawford fight in Las Vegas, his time with the Raiders and Chargers for "Monday Night Football", and gives his weekly awards for performance on the field and in the broadcast booth. Eli Manning is this week's guest and he regales us with stories. From his budding friendship with Danny DeVito to his experience as a 6-year-old flag football defensive coordinator to the "SNL" 40th Anniversary after-party, Eli empties the bag. He, then, goes down memory lane on some of the most under-appreciated moments of his Giants career. From the beating he took in San Francisco in the NFC Championship Game to the last game Wellington Mara ever watched, Eli brings the goods. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter offers his 5 takeaways from Week 1, gives his Winner of the Week, and his Media Winner of the Week. He, then, brings on broadcasting legend Al Michaels as his guest. Al regales us with stories on OJ, the making of the movie "Miracle", his time doing "BASEketball", being on live during the 1989 San Francisco earthquake, and his experience calling some of the biggest moments in NFL history. They end the podcast with their favorite "production meeting" coaches and quarterbacks and an appreciation for Al's latest chapter as the voice of Amazon's Thursday nights. An all-time interview with an all-time legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter opens the show with a deep dive on the Giants' decision to go to rookie Jaxson Dart as the starter Week 4 versus Los Angeles, with a bit of a follow up from Eli Manning's viral 4 Charles Prime story a week ago. As a guest, Peter welcomes in the voice of football in Ireland, Michael McQuade. In advance of the NFL's first game in Dublin, Michael and Peter go deep on the significance, the environment, and what to expect on Sunday’s matchup between the Vikings and Steelers. 0:00    The Schrager Hour 0:56      Jaxson Dart Named Giants QB1 2:57   Jaxson Dart Primed for Success 5:05   4 Charles Prime Is not about that life 7:33 Week 4 Preview 9:20 Week 3 Winner Isaiah Rodgers 10:57 Week 3 Media Winner J.J. Watt 13:05 Mike McQuade joins The Schrager Hour 15:42 Becoming Ireland's Football Ambassador 17:34 Dublin Excitement leading up to Vikings Steelers 18:11 Atmosphere we expect to see in Dublin hosting 1st ever NFL Game 20:47 Having a Pint and Drinking culture in Ireland (A Snake and A Nokia) 22:12 Rooney Family roots and evolution of football in Ireland 24:15 Skol Ireland take over 25:12 Kordell Stewart preseason game in 1997 28:09 Irish Mount Rushmore of Athletes 31:42 Reliving attending his first NFL Game 37:32 Biggest Takeaway Vikings Steelers in Dublin 41:13 Peter Recaps Episode 4 42:11 Peter all in on Ryder Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 Peter opens the show with a breakdown of his meetings with the Jets and the Dolphins in advance of Monday's showdown, and why Jets fans need to remain patient after just one month into Aaron Glenn's tenure as the head coach. He, then, breaks down the Liam Coen-Robert Saleh drama and why there may have been a little more to it from the Jacksonville side. After giving his sports media and player of the week awards, he welcomes in Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo as this week's guest. "Skat" is tremendous and discusses his childhood living in the outskirts of Sacramento, his illustrious high school football career, and vomiting all over the field for the world to see in last year's playoff game. He, then, brings us up to date and what it's been like a month into the NFL season, venturing into New York City, and his friendship with fellow rookie Jaxson Dart. Great episode and Skattebo brings the wood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast with praise for Sean Payton and his Broncos for an epic win in Philadelphia, as well as some behind the scenes on how Payton handled both the week and the victory celebration afterwards. Peter gives out his NFL and Sports Media Winners of the Week and, then, brings on Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell. Fresh off a gutsy win over Cleveland and a two week European adventure, "KOC" takes us into his recruitment and respect for Carson Wentz, the impact his playing days have had on his coaching career, and some love for a few of the many, many, many quarterbacks he has worked with. O'Connell, then, talks philosophy, why his personal football journey makes him so equipped to coach QBS, and the mentors he looked at and looks to across the league. Lastly, they go into O'Connell's short but sweet broadcasting career and what could have been had he stayed in the booth behind the microphone.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast with a first-person account of his experience around the Atlanta Falcons and up close and personal as the sideline reporter from ESPN's Monday Night break through win in Atlanta. The running back love fest continues with some respect for Rico Dowdle and his performance against the Cowboys, his former team.  Chris Russo is our sports media winner of the week after an all-time rant about the quality of his car and driver, paid for and by ESPN. Colts All-World running back Jonathan Taylor is this week's featured guest. They talk Jersey, they talk sleep, they talk space, and they talk what it's like being one of the very best running backs in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a trade deadline bonanza on the Schrager Hour. Peter reacts to the Jets trading away two top ten picks and team leaders, the Colts going all in on 2025 and Daniel Jones, and the Cowboys making moves to salvage a horrendous defense that has plagued them all year. Peter also highlights the work John Schneider has done in Seattle, JJ McCarthy's return, and Matthew Stafford's mastery at 37. Then, Peter welcomes in Panthers coach Dave Canales for an awesome chat about his team's outstanding start to the season, his coaching philosophies, and his approach to life. Canales shares stories on Pete Carroll, David Tepper, Russell Wilson, and more. Carolina is one of the great stories of the season and Canales is the man in the driver's seat.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast with a recap of what he witnessed Monday night between the Commanders and Chiefs, as well as a few thoughts on the 2024 QB Class and why all eyes are now on JJ McCarthy to deliver for Minnesota. He gives out his awards for player of the week and sports media person of the week and then welcomes in a dynamo of a guest in Michael Irvin. "Irv" takes us back to his days as one of seventeen siblings growing up in Fort Lauderdale, his early Cowboys days, and what it was like rolling with Jimmy Johnson and World Wide Wes. He then gives some thoughts on the current Cowboys' struggles, why he thinks Micah still isn't necessarily a "winner" in the trade, and his feelings on both Dak Prescott and Patrick Mahomes. Brian Hoyer joins to do a deep dive on Drake Maye, dissect Josh McDaniels, and offer an outlook on the Patriots the rest of the way. Loaded episode and a great one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter recaps an enlightening trip to Seattle, where the performances of Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Leonard Williams leaves him wondering if the Seahawks are way better than they're being treated in the media. He gives his player of the week and sports media winners of the week before highlighting why Jordan Love can ruin the Aaron Rodgers Sunday night extravaganza in Pittsburgh this week. Sean McVay joins for an all-encompassing discussion on his 2025 Rams, his coaching journey, his influences, his love for Lil Wayne and Al Michaels, and what a special human being Aaron Donald is. McVay is an open book, here, and details what the concept of family has meant to his coaching abilities, why he isn't leaving LA for the broadcast booth anytime soon, and which coaches he loves hanging with the most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the show with another epic travel story, which included multiple delays, cancelled flights, and ended in an unlikely "First Take" appearance in New York City on Monday morning. He, then, recaps the Packers' shortcomings in Monday night's loss to the Eagles, why this weekend's Seahawks-Rams game could actually be the biggest game in the NFC this season, and gives out his awards for best player and best sports media performance of the week. Then, an esteemed panel of Giants voices join the show to do a deep dive on the Brian Daboll firing, whether or not Joe Schoen deserves to stay, and who the Giants should hire as their next head coach. ESPN reporter Jordan Raanan, New York Revival podcast host Eli Racks, and Peter's childhood friend "Ditro" join the show to offer their unique perspectives on all things Big Blue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter recaps his trip to Foxborough, where he goes down memory lane, and is blown away how quickly it took to do a complete rebuild in New England. The Patriots made a statement to the rest of the league in a blowout win over the Giants and it doesn't look or feel exactly like it did during the Belichick era. He, then, pays tribute to the halftime show in Detroit on Thanksgiving, as well as the fine work of Marty Smith over the weekend. Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson joins to discuss the team's 9-3 start to the season, the story behind removing his shirt in the postgame locker room, and what that moment meant for the city of Chicago. Ben, then, goes into depth on his current roster, his offensive philosophy, his relationship with Caleb Williams, and the veteran leaders that have been the backbone of this storied season. Then, Peter and producer Mark Grillo preview the Week 14 slate and what's at stake across the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off a pivotal week in NFL action, Peter gives his flowers to the Los Angeles Rams and the historic tear both the team and their quarterback are on. He, then, doubles down on his Cowboys optimism, while detailing why the Indianapolis Colts could be in trouble. He gives out his Player of the Week award and his Sports Media winner of the week award, and has the hottest of hot takes-- he's officially, and proudly, out on turkey. Onnie Bose, the NFL's Head of Broadcasting, joins to discuss the NFL's most anticipated regular season weekend in quite some time. With a loaded slate on Thanksgiving, a gem of a Friday matchup in Philadelphia, and the Patriots - Giants on MNF-- ratings records could be broken. They do a deep dive on all things scheduling, flex rules, and the inner workings of the NFL broadcast world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter details his 48 hours in Las Vegas, a dinner with Troy Aikman to be remembered, and why Bravo Con was all the rage. He then discusses why Bears fans are allowed to be excited, why Chargers fans should be concerned, and why Eagles fans live in a constant in-between. Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph joins the show and goes in-depth on what makes Denver's defense so dominant, working with Sean Payton, and why there's something magical that didn't happen overnight in the Mile High City. Coach Joseph gets personal, gets technical, and gives us a small window into what makes him one of the top coaches in the game. His humility shines through and his love for his players is evident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast by recapping a weekend in Los Angeles, in which he watched what could have been the end of the Chiefs dynasty alongside Troy Aikman, listened to Arnold Schwarzenegger walk through a hotel lobby, discussed movies with Ryan Clark and Marcus Spears, and watched one of the weirdest "Monday Night Football" games ever. Peter weighs in on Josh Allen's potential to go back to back MVPs, the Houston Texans defense, and the Jaguars as a team nobody is talking about. Six-time Super Bowl Champion Josh McDaniels joins the show for a deep-dive on his career, his philosophy on coaching, and his many insights on Drake Maye and the 2025 New England Patriots. McDaniels talks at length about his time with Tom Brady, the Super Bowl wins, and what he's learned and taken with him along the way. Stories on Randy Moss, Gronk, Julian Edelman are matched with promising insights on young Patriots stars Drake Maye, TreVeyon Henderson, and Pop Douglas. McDaniels discusses his year away from football in 2024, how he got right, and why he's ready to do it all over again.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter opens the show with thoughts on the Dolphins following their Monday night loss in Pittsburgh, why the Buccaneers loss to the Falcons was so absurd, and who needs to step up in Green Bay now that Micah Parsons is out for the season. Trevor Lawrence is the Week 15 Player of the Week for his masterful day against the Jets and Fernando Mendoza is the Sports Media Winner of the Week for his raw ability to be himself--unapologetically--on camera every time he's in a media setting. Then, legendary actors Paul Rudd and Jack Black are in the house, promoting their new movie "Anaconda". The two are electric, detailing their on-set dynamic, when they both discovered the other's work, their sliding doors moment when they both auditioned for the same (forgotten) role, and how they raised their games appearing on late night talk shows, knowing the other was bringing the heat. Paul details his acceptance of a Chiefs season that came up short and Jack explains his love for the Dodgers. Both are in rare form and bring the goods.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast with a deep dive discussion on the 2025 MVP award. With an opportunity to put the award away the last two weeks in Primetime, Matthew Stafford has left the door open for Drake Maye to win the honor. Or is there room for a third option? With a big performance Saturday night versus Seattle, Peter lays out a world where Christian McCaffrey walks away with the honors. Coach of the Year is an even more wide open debate. Then, NFL Draft guru Daniel Jeremiah joins for a thorough discussion on his five NFL Draft prospects he's watching in the 2025 College Football Playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter begins the episode with a reaction to the news out of Washington, that offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury would be moving on after a "mutual parting of ways,” and uses that as a springboard to analyze and dissect just how crazy the NFL can be. Year to year, things turn over, and the success of one season can play no role in security and comfort heading into the one after that. From Washington to Atlanta to Cleveland to Arizona to New York to Tennessee to Las Vegas, Peter touches on all the various openings, rumors, and thoughts swirling around the league. Greg Olsen joins the show and is fantastic. They talk Panthers, coaching middle school football with Jonathan Stewart and Luke Kuechly, and then get into a lengthy discussion on whether Greg could see himself in the front office of an NFL organization. Lastly, they discuss the current Miami team, what it means to be a Cane, and Greg's plans for the CFP semifinal game versus Ole Miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast with a look back at the 9-year-anniversary of the Los Angeles Rams hiring of Sean McVay and what that decision meant for the franchise and how swinging the bat on a homerun hire can change an organization forever. Peter uses the McVay hire to detail the rising stars of this coaching cycle--Nathan Scheelhaase, Klint Kubiak, Chris Shula, and Jaguars offensive wunderkind Grant Udinski. Then, just 48 hours after his Jaguars being eliminated from the 2025 playoffs, Liam Coen does a rare "exit interview" with Peter, reflecting and recapping the season and journey that was. Coen sits with Peter for an all-encompassing deep dive and appreciation on the season that was. Peter and Liam talk about hiring a staff, building a culture, facing Hall of Fame coaches, Trevor Lawrence, coaching philosophies, Baker Mayfield, and so much more. Jaguars fans have a real one. Coen is open, honest, and vulnerable in this rare conversation so soon after playoff elimination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter provides an instant reaction to the Bills hiring Joe Brady as their head coach, then goes into a deep dive discussion on the aftermath of the Rams' NFC Championship Game loss in Seattle. Having spoken to sources in Los Angeles, the loss -- 48 hours after the fact -- is still being felt in LA. Then, a discussion and appreciation for the three central figures behind Seattle's amazing re-birth: John Schneider, Mike Macdonald, and Sam Darnold. New Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley is the featured guest this week and he shares his vision, what he is looking for in his Dolphins players, and thoughts on the QB and roster as a whole. He then goes into his career path as a high school player to college coach to the NFL. Hafley ends the conversation with a response to the "soft" label that is so often slapped on the Miami Dolphins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter offers his latest insight and reactions on the various coaching hires, vacancies, and gossip around league circles. He then details the Bills current dilemma, responds to the wild Wednesday press conference, and projects who he thinks has the inside track on being the next Buffalo head coach. Actor Josh Lucas , a die-hard Seahawks fan, previews this weekend's NFC Championship Game, takes us through his experiences at both Rams-Seahawks games this season, and explains why he is so inspired by this particular Seattle squad. Then, it's storytime from the sets of "American Psycho", "Sweet Home Alabama", and "Ford versus Ferrari.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Bills HC Joe Brady and Bills GM Brandon Beane sit down together with Peter to discuss the whirlwind last two weeks in which Buffalo named Joe Brady their head coach after losing in the Divisional Round. Brady details his approach to the interview, how he plans to evolve from OC to HC, Josh Allen's role in his interview process, and the criticism he receives from fans for relying too much on the screen pass. Brandon Beane addresses the wide receiver question in Buffalo, public criticism, and the hope for 2026. Then, ESPN trivia guru Hembo joins for a thrilling trivia contest based around the Super Bowl and its rich history.  0:00   Welcome To The Schrager Hour 10:08  Bills Brandon Beane and Joe Brady join The Schrager Hour 42:00  Hembo joins The Schrager Hour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heading into the 2026 NFL Draft Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Peter lists his top 5 Combine storylines he's following and provides his thoughts on the 21 new offensive coordinator hirings across the NFL. He, then, brings in longtime NFL GM and executive Tom Telesco to go through the following few months and what that entails for an NFL general manager. Telesco takes us through the draft process of Justin Herbert, Derwin James, Keenan Allen, and Brock Bowers. He, then, goes through the free agent signing of Casey Hayward and the trade for Khalil Mack, and uses all of these situations to explain the various ways player acquisitions can work. The two then go down storytime lane, and discuss the drafting of Pat McAfee in Indianapolis, Philip Rivers days in San Diego, and what Nick Sirianni was like as a position coach for the Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter provides a full recap of all the parties, events, and concerts he attended at Super Bowl, and all the interactions, in between. He then presents his five winners of Super Bowl week, including those who dominated on the field and off of it. Comedian Adam Ray and actor Joel McHale, two lifelong Seahawks fans, join the show to recap their Super Bowl Sunday experiences. Dr. Phil and Joe Biden make appearances, as well as Dave Matthews doodling graphic images on peoples' faces. It's a Seahawks celebration, and it very quickly goes off the rails. Enjoy.    Timecodes: 0:00   Welcome To The Schrager Hour 0:18   Recap of Peter's SB Extravaganza 1:30   Peter's review on SB Parties 14:46  Peter Big Chris Stapleton Guy 16:02  Recap of Peter's SB Extravaganza 16:51  Hanging with Sam Darnold at Disneyland 19:08  5 Biggest Winners at Super Bowl 21:13  4. Todd Graves 23:25  3. Mike Macdonald 23:58  2. Bad Bunny 24:48  1. Sam Darnold 25:24  Joel McHale and Adam Ray Join The Schrager Hour 27:19  Celebrity Seahawk Fans 31:05  Reminiscing about Almost Live with Joel McHale 32:32  Adam Ray hanging with Dave Matthews 34:07  Joel and Adam recapping their time at Super Bowl 44:15  Adam's Mike Macdonald impression 45:19  Joel McHale and Adam Ray Join The Schrager Hour 46:12  Joel and Adam attending SB party after the game 51:08  Last Time you cried at a sporting event 53:58  Seahawks Super Bowl Memories 57:10  Russell Wilson Legacy 58:45  Final Thoughts on Seahawks winning SB 1:00:00 Adam's Dr. Phil impression 1:01:52 Adam's Who is Me Tour 1:02:52 Thank you to Joel McHale and Adam Ray 1:02:59 Recapping The Schrager Hour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter gives the real lay of the land at the combine, including the bars and restaurants where decisions conversations are being had and decisions are being made. Peter goes through the schedule of events and details why this week is more about the general managers, coaches and agents than the actual players competing,  themselves. The first guest is Seahawks GM John Schneider , who not only takes us through the building of his super bowl winning team, but also goes down memory lane on what the combine used to be like in the early 2000s. Then, trainer Nic Hill gives us an inside look on what he does to help the top names in college football prepare for and get the very most out of their combine experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter previews what will be a wild start to free agency at the quarterback position. Kyler Murray, Tua Tagovailoa, Malik Willis, Geno Smith, Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Russell Wilson, Kirk Cousins, and Aaron Rodgers could all be playing elsewhere next season, and Peter lays out the landscape of the QB carousel we're about to get on. Longtime NFL coach and current Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia joins the podcast to discuss the amazing Combine performances of Ohio State's standout defensive players Sonny Styles, Arvell Reese, Caleb Downs. Patricia gives rare insight and access into what makes the Ohio State starters tick, and why they're worthy of Top 10 pick speculation. Then, The Athletic's Zach Berman joins to give the latest on A.J. Brown in Philadelphia.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter offers his perspective and instant analysis on the Broncos-Dolphins trade that brings Jaylen Waddle to Denver and leaves question marks in Miami. Then, Peter details just how much there was to the A.J. Brown-to-the-Rams rumors from a week ago. After some careless, reckless, and completely absurd NCAA Tournament thoughts, Peter brings in Titans GM Mike Borgonzi. They talk about the Titans' recent spending spree, which included a slew of new players and faces, and 17 additions to the roster. They go through what Robert Saleh and Brian Daboll are looking for in players and why so many former Jets and Giants were acquired in recent days. It's Cam Ward storyline, after that, with Borgonzi detailing what he's seen in their franchise QB over the course of the last eleven months. Then, Borgonzi goes down memory lane and takes us through his Kansas City days and what he remembers from scouting Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter unpacks the unprecedented Maxx Crosby situation in real-time with information from all three sides -- player , Ravens, and Raiders -- and sets the stage for the next shoes to drop. 13-year NFL veteran Chase Daniel joins to offer a player's perspective on the Crosby news and break down Malik Willis, Kyler Murray, Fernando Mendoza, and Ty Simpson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter takes us inside the NFL's league meetings in Arizona, where he's in the middle of conversations with team owners, head coaches, general managers, and league officials. He discusses the current rift between the NFL and its officials, and how both sides are using the media to sway the public opinion. Then, Peter goes on to discuss his experience at the NFC coaches breakfast, what makes Mike Macdonald so special, and a special pizza experience with the Pat McAfee Show crew and Laura Rutledge. Then, Chiefs GM Brett Veach joins for a rare in-person 1 on 1, and the two discuss all things Chiefs, Mahomes' recovery, Travis Kelce's return, and the other side of winning 3 Super Bowls and appearing in 5 in 6 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Jeremiah, the NFL Network's lead Draft analyst, joins Peter for their annual tradition of doing a live mock draft during the first week of April. Peter is steadfast in that he doesn't do mock drafts until April. April is here and the two ping pong pick after pick, and go 1-32. There are surprises, there is information shared, and there are some notable names that slip a little further than one would expect. There's no better way to kick off Draft month than these two emptying their notebooks and geeking out over this Mock Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter is joined by three of the leading draft experts in the field-- former Tennessee Titans GM Ran Carthon, ESPN Draft analyst Field Yates, and The Athletic's Senior Draft Analyst Dane Brugler-- for a 2026 mock draft of the first round. Teams are randomly assigned amongst the four and the results are somewhat shocking. This is as close to a simulation of an actual NFL Draft as you'll find, and the banter in between picks brings four different vantage points to the surface. It's Draft Season--and this one's a beauty.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few days out from the start of the NFL Draft, Peter breaks down the latest gossip, news, and notes he has collected. He goes through the top 10 and all the different twists and turns. Peter, then, welcomes in ESPN's VP of NFL Production, Seth Markman, to discuss 27 years working on the TV production of the NFL Draft. They go down memory lane and discuss Mel Kiper "mellowing out" in recent years. Finally, it's Peter's resident Giants and Jets fans, Ditro and Danny from Lot E, joining to go through the two New York team's pivotal draft on Thursday.   0:00 Welcome To The Schrager Hour 0:30 Draft Week Is The Best Week: Latest Gossip and Rumors 21:05 ESPN VP Of Production Seth Markman Joins 53:10 Schrager's Friends Ditro and Danny Join The Show for a Giants and Jets Draft Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter reviews and reacts to the revelations from the new ESPN documentary "The Pick Is In", which had inside access to the Raiders, Cowboys, and Browns war rooms. He, then, highlights why he's so high on Dallas this off-season, and how a lot of it comes from the juice flowing from the hire of new defensive coordinator Christian Parker. Bengals coach Zac Taylor joins to discuss the Bengals 2026 off-season. Zac takes us behind the Dexter Lawrence trade that was "weeks" in the making, the importance of adding to the defense, the linebacker spot, the return of 11 offensive starters, and the showcasing of three assistant general managers who had previously always been behind the scenes. Peter and Zac talk the new look AFC North, why he doesn't mess with Joe Burrow's off-season whereabouts, and what he hopes to establish in his 8th season as the Bengals HC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter offers his five biggest takeaways from the 2026 NFL Draft, including an emptying of the notebook on the Rams' selection of Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick. He, then, goes through his favorite moments of the entire weekend, culminating in the special shared experience of the Eli Heidenreich selection on Day 3. Peter, then, brings on Arif Hassan, the Chief Writer at the Wide Left newsletter, to do a deeper dive on the "Consensus Big Board" conversation that has boiled to the surface after curious drafts from both the 49ers and Jaguars last weekend. Lastly, Peter has on his resident Jets and Giants fans, Danny from Lot E and Ditro, to talk about the Jets and Giants drafts.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Late Tuesday Night, Peter submitted his final mock draft to his ESPN bosses.  He reveals his 1 thru 32 picks with some trades mixed in. 0:00 Welcome To The Schrager Hour 1:55 Schrager’s Final Mock Draft 3:45 1. Raiders select Fernando Mendoza 4:00 2. Jets Select David Bailey 5:15 3. Cardinals Select Jeremiyah Love 7:25 4. Titans select Sonny Styles   8:55 5. Giants select Arvell Reese 9:40 6. Browns select Spencer Fano 10:45 7. Commanders select Carnell Tate 11:45 8. Saints select Caleb Downs 12:55 Chiefs Trade Back with Cowboys 14:45 9. Cowboys select Mansoor Delane 15:10 10. Giants select Jordyn Tyson 16:50 11. Dolphins select Francis Mauigoa 17:50 12. Chiefs select Rueben Bain Jr. 19:25 Rams trade back with Lions 20:20 13. Lions select Kadyn Proctor 20:55 14. Ravens select Olaivavega Ioane 21:30 15. Bucs select Akheem Mesidor 21:55 16. Jets select Makai Lemon 22:55 17. Rams select Kenyo Sadiq 24:20 18. Vikings select Dillon Thieneman 24:50 Texans trade up with Panthers 25:30 19. Texans select Blake Miller 25:55 20. Chiefs select Omar Cooper Jr 26:35 21. Steelers select Monroe Freeling 27:15 22. Chargers select Keldric Faulk 27:45 23. Eagles select Max Iheanachor 29:05 24. Browns select Denzel Boston 29:35 25. Bears select T.J. Parker 30:00 26. Bills select Peter Woods 30:35 27. 49ers select Caleb Lomu 31:05 28. Panthers select KC Concepcion 31:45 29. Cowboys select Malachi Lawrence 32:40 30. Dolphins select Jermod McCoy 34:05 31. Patriots select Zion Young 34:35 Seahawks trade back with Cardinals 35:50 32. Cardinals select Ty Simpson 37:30 Wrapping Up Schrager’s Final Mock Draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter gets into the bonanza that has become the annual schedule release week for the NFL and why it's grander than ever before. Craig Kilborn joins to talk Vikings, Timberwolves, Pooh Richardson, Vlade Divac, his career, his life in Hollywood, his favorite movies, his best Robert Evans stories, and the broadcasters and athletes he loves watching today. An absolute thrill ride with an all-time legend of sports media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike North is the VP of broadcast planning at the NFL and for 32 years has worked on the making of the NFL schedule. In this episode, Peter and Mike discuss all of the key stakeholders -- Netflix, Amazon, Fox, CBS, Disney, ESPN, YouTube, 32 different NFL teams, coaches, and fan bases-- as well as international partners, and how the schedule was made. This conversation evolves from a football, one to a media, Tech, and big business one. North is excellent and an open book, and the schedule is just the starting point of one that involves satisfying multiple important parties, utilizing AI, and fielding multiple requests from influential voices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter opens the show by breaking down Game 3 between the Knicks and Spurs, sharing his thoughts on the biggest storylines and how it captivated NYC. Peter is then joined by Cleveland Browns General Manager Andrew Berry for an in-depth conversation covering one of the NFL's most talked-about moves: the blockbuster trade that sent Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for Jared Verse and draft capital. Berry discusses the thought process behind the deal, how it fits into Cleveland's long-term vision, and how recent draft classes have helped position the franchise for the 2026 season and beyond. The two also dive into the Browns' quarterback competition between Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, what the organization is looking for as the battle unfolds, and the challenges of building a winning roster in today's NFL. In addition, Berry reflects on his longstanding relationship with Pat McAfee dating back to their time with the Indianapolis Colts and shares insight into the daily grind, responsibilities, and demands that come with working as an NFL executive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter offers a full play-by-play and a deep dive around the Myles Garrett blockbuster trade that went down Monday. He is, then, joined by NFL Network's Mike Garafolo to go into deeper detail on how the trade came to be and for a discussion on whether or not the Browns got "enough" in exchange for the reigning Defensive Player of the Year. They, then, go deep on the AJ Brown trade to the Patriots, how it came to be, and how things got to the point that one of the franchise's best players in the team's history was shipped out of town at the prime of his career. Lastly, the two do an impromptu draft of the ten most fascinating people in football heading into the 2026 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter puts away the football and devotes the episode to this unprecedented New York Knicks playoff run. The City Game. New York City is absolutely alive and magical right now and it's all because of the hometown team. Peter brings in Knicks die-hard and fellow NYC resident Gary Vaynerchuk, the CEO of VaynerMedia and Chairman of VaynerX. Gary is a pioneer in social media storytelling, branding, and online retailing, and one of the first breakthrough voices in the digital world. He also happens to be a real deal New York Knicks fan. Peter and Gary Vee go through this team, what it means, the teams of yesteryear, and why nostalgia is such a drug. They end the pod with a deeper discussion on the future of alternative sports, why he's bullish on collectibles, and why experience and physical media are about to have a moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter discusses the emotional and almost religious experience of being in Madison Square Garden for Game 4, as well as the empty feeling of longing and wanting more of the rush after a fan base wins a long awaited championship. Brian Windhorst joins and helps Peter go through the emotions of the entire experience, as well as shed light on the construction of the New York Knicks' roster. "Windy", then, discusses the public image of Victor Wembanyama--a curious combination of coming up short on the court, and being a unique figure off of it.  Max Siegelman, the founder of the stylish NYC brand "Siegelman Stable", then joins Peter to tell his brand's story and Jalen Brunson's connection to his gear. We learn that Jalen Brunson's mother was the face of an original Siegelman Stable launch and Jalen's been a loyal supporter for years. This episode is a celebration and appreciation for a city, a team, and a reminder why we love sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the pod with more on Aaron Donald's potential return to the Rams, a little back story on the Seahawks new owners, some Taylor Swift - Travis Kelce wedding color, and thoughts on Lamar Jackson's ranking on the NFL.com Top 100 players list. Longtime sports radio personality Adam Schein joins Peter to discuss an all-time summer in New York. The good vibes from the Knicks run continue with the World Cup and bubbling optimism for both the Giants and the Jets heading into the Fall. They discuss what makes a good sports radio show, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, the glory years of the Jets SNY postgame show, and advice for younger broadcasters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast with some thoughts on the US Men's Soccer team blowout loss in Seattle and the Kelce-Swift nuptials, and then brings on his former "Good Morning Football" host Jason McCourty to go around the horn on a variety of NFL topics. Filling in the blank, they discuss their breakout player predictions, their "sneaky good teams" picks, the AJ Brown trade, the coach they're most fascinated with, and their thoughts on New England and Seattle as repeat Super Bowl participants. Jason, then, shares some personal stories and memories of Chris Johnson, his teammate of 5 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the show with a recap of the ESPY's, his time at Fanatics Fest, and a poignant moment shared with Ed Sheeran in great appreciation for Lionel Messi. He, then, welcomes in Jaguars HC Liam Coen to discuss the 2026 Jaguars, Trevor Lawrence's upcoming campaign, the team's rising stars, saying farewell to beloved veterans, and who he turns to for life and leadership advice. Coen's an open book and the conversation resonates as training camps open next week.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football is back. Finally. Peter welcomes the start of the 2026 season with the realization that this year is as wide open as any he can remember. New coaches. Players with chips on their shoulders. Several ascending teams. A quick whip around the league shows just how up in the air this year's season will be. Then, 34-year-old Christian Parker, the youngest DC in Dallas Cowboys history, joins to discuss his career path, his mentors, his former players, and current players in the 2026 Dallas Cowboys defense. Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome To The Schrager Hour! 00:50 2026 NFL Season is Wide Open 09:25 Christian Parker Joins The Schrager Hour 10:35 Christian Parker's Journey to Coaching in the NFL 19:25 Lessons from Coaches and Developing a Leadership Style 20:40 Coaching with Sean Payton and the Broncos 23:10 Interacting with Aaron Rodgers During His MVP Seasons 24:25 Working with Vic Fangio and the Eagles 26:30 Coaching C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Darius Slay 29:15 Preparing for Super Bowl LIX 31:21 Cooper DeJean's Development 33:03 Becoming the Youngest Defensive Coordinator in Cowboys History 35:25 Coaching Caleb Downs 36:35 Relationships with Rashan Gary and Kenny Clark 37:15 Coaching Quinnen Williams 38:10 Christian Parker Joins The Schrager Hour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts this week's episode with a breakdown of some of the most compelling sound coming out of NFL training camps. One by one, Peter hits on Baker Mayfield's contract, Jaxson Dart's public persona versus how he is viewed among his Giants teammates and coaches, Jerry Jones unfiltered, and Deshaun Watson's future and the QB competition in Cleveland. Washington Commanders OC David Blough joins the show to discuss his career journey from undrafted Purdue QB to NFL Offensive Coordinator, Jayden Daniels' magic, and the things he envisions for the Commanders offense in 2026. Blough goes down memory lane and discusses his childhood in Texas, his love for Drew Brees, and his close relationship with his brother-in-law, New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices