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Adam’s + 1
Hosted by Adam Myles Hawkins · EN
Each week, Adam breaks down the NFL through smart analysis, quarterback debates, roster construction conversations, and the macro storylines shaping the league.
From salary cap strategy to offseason power shifts to the quarterback hierarchy — this is a show built for fans who want to understand why things happen, not just react to them.
And when the moment calls for it, Adam brings in a “+1” — fans, bettors, and sharp football minds — for deeper, conversational episodes that mix analysis, opinion, and real perspective from people who live and breathe the game.
Football is the foundation. Sharp conversation is the standard.
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NFL Free Agency Reactions: Major, Minor or Meh? | Adam’s +1 ft. Andrew Eck
Mar 1401:14:27Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Adam’s +1, Adam is joined by Andrew Eck to react to the latest developments from NFL Free Agency 2026.Andrew kicks things off with a quick PSA explaining how NFL contracts actually work, breaking down common misconceptions around cap hits, guarantees, and deal structures during the chaos of free agency.Adam and Andrew then debut a new segment inspired by The Mismatch: “Major, Minor, or Meh.” The two evaluate several free agent signings and decide whether each move is a major addition, a minor improvement, or one that leaves them unimpressed.Free agent signings discussed include:• Kenneth Walker to the Kansas City Chiefs • Malik Willis to the Miami Dolphins • Trey Hendrickson to the Baltimore Ravens • Mike Evans to the San Francisco 49ers • Jaycee Horn to the Carolina Panthers • Alec Pierce to the Indianapolis Colts • Riq Woolen to the Philadelphia Eagles • Travis Etienne to the New Orleans Saints • Romeo Doubs to the New England Patriots • Devin Bush to the Chicago BearsThe conversation also touches on Kyler Murray potentially landing with the Minnesota Vikings, and which teams’ offseason strategies have been the most interesting so far, including the Los Angeles Chargers, New Orleans Saints, and Washington Commanders.This episode is powered by The Deep Drop Back — your home for smart NFL analysis, deep dives, and sharper football conversations.Be sure to subscribe, join the community, and take the deep drop back… because football is better when we’re all learning.
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Top 20 Dynasty Players for the Next 5 Years + Rookie Draft Values | ft. Connor Spirtas
Mar 801:07:38Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Adam’s +1, Adam is joined by fantasy football analyst Connor Spirtas to break down the future of dynasty leagues.Using Adam’s Top 20 Non-QB Dynasty Players for the Next 5 Years, the two dive into the rankings, debate a few controversial placements, and highlight the players best positioned to dominate fantasy football over the rest of the decade.They also identify several dark horse dynasty players who could quickly climb into the elite tier.To wrap things up, Connor shares a few rookie draft value targets from the incoming class — prospects dynasty managers should keep an eye on before their draft stock rises.If you play dynasty fantasy football, this episode is all about long-term roster building, identifying future stars, and finding value before the market catches up.This episode is powered by The Deep Drop Back — your home for smart NFL analysis, deep dives, and sharper football conversations!
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Way Too Early QB Rankings + The Combine Is Changing
Mar 101:34:25Tap to summarizeAndrew Eck joins Adam to break down Way-Too-Early Top 10 QB Rankings heading into 2026 — where we agree, where we don’t, and what we both love about Drake Maye's game.We also dive into why the NFL Combine isn’t dying — it’s evolving. Elite prospects pushing back and the real power moves happening behind the scenes in Indy.Plus:Pre-free agency win totals that stand outSean Payton handing play-calling duties to Davis WebbThe NFL Competition Committee eyeing expanded replay reviewBe sure to follow this podcast and subscribe to TheDeepDropBack.com for our weekly newsletter.Take the deep drop back.Football is better when we're learning together.
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Patrick Mahomes Contract Explained, Bears Relocation Talk & NFL Trade Ideas
Feb 2201:11:54Tap to summarizeAndrew Eck joins Adam’s +1 to talk pressure on the biggest stages — from Olympic moments to NFL Sundays.The guys run through Friday 5 NFL Thoughts, hit the Mahomes contract, debate whether the Bears could be Indiana-bound, and discuss three offseason trades we’d love to see.This episode is powered by The Deep Drop Back — your home for honest NFL analysis, deep dives, and sharper football conversations.
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NBA Tanking Fix? Super Bowl Media Debate & The NFL’s Under-Center Shift
Feb 1700:51:50Tap to summarizeAndrew Eck joins Adam’s +1 for a wide-ranging conversation built off recent Deep Drop Back articles — tackling some of the biggest macro storylines across sports.We open with Andrew putting Adam on the spot: how should the NBA address tanking, and is there a realistic fix? From there, we dive into the growing conversation around losing players’ media availability after the Super Bowl, the mental health implications, and whether the current model still makes sense in today’s social-media-driven world.The episode continues with a breakdown of 2026 NFL strength of schedule winners and losers, and why schedule difficulty can be the difference between a division title and staying home in January. We close with a deep dive into one of the most important schematic trends in football — the continued shift toward under-center offense, motion, and formation variety, and why this evolution is reshaping roster construction across the league.This episode is powered by The Deep Drop Back — your home for smart NFL analysis, deep dives, and sharper football conversations.Be sure to subscribe, join the community, and take the deep drop back… because football is better when we’re all learning.
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Super Bowl LX Best Bets: Patriots vs Seahawks Picks, Player Props & MVP Predictions with Andrew Eck
Feb 700:37:01Tap to summarizeAndrew Eck (@SurgicalSharp) joins Adam’s +1 to break down Super Bowl LX between the Patriots and Seahawks, diving into game picks, player props, touchdown scorers, and Super Bowl MVP angles.Both Hawk and Andrew are riding with New England as underdogs, laying out their cases for why the Patriots can slow down Kenneth Walker, limit Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and force Sam Darnold into uncomfortable third downs. They also discuss how Mike Vrabel’s defensive game plan, Josh McDaniels’ offensive approach, and Drake Maye’s ability to avoid mistakes shape the overall game script.The episode also features best player props, anytime touchdown picks, and MVP paths to cashing tickets on the biggest betting board of the year.Patriots vs Seahawks. Picks. Props. MVP. Let’s take the deep drop back.For more Super Bowl coverage, betting breakdowns, and NFL analysis, head to TheDeepDropBack.com.
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Belichick Snubbed?! Championship Weekend Reactions & Early Super Bowl Bets
Feb 101:08:05Tap to summarizeAndrew joins the show as we react to a wild week around the league, starting with the Vikings making a shocking move at GM. We break down everything that went down in the AFC & NFC Championship games, what surprised us, and what it means heading into Super Bowl week. From there, we dive into an early Super Bowl betting preview, share our all-time favorite Super Bowl memories, and wrap things up by debating one of the spiciest storylines out there: Bill Belichick getting snubbed on the Hall of Fame first ballot.
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Episode 133 | Eck's Best Bets | Conference Championship Weekend + NFL News
Jan 2401:16:45Tap to summarizeAndrew 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.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 apologies.
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