Next Up with Adam Breneman
On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans. Next Up is a Front Office Sports Network show featuring candid, open, and honest conversations with the most impactful figures in college sports including head coaches, athletes, athletic directors, commissioners, entrepreneurs, media personalities, agents, and executives shaping the business of college sports.
S2 E11 · Thu, April 10, 2025
He Runs USC Football Behind the Scenes | Meet GM Chad Bowden
In this episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman, presented by Teamworks, USC General Manager Chad Bowden joins the show for a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a national powerhouse football program. Chad shares how he made the decision to leave Notre Dame and join Lincoln Riley at USC in just 24 hours, and why he believes California is home to the best high school football talent in the country. He opens up about how the role of a college football GM has evolved, what most fans and media don’t understand about NIL, and the pressure that comes with building not just a roster, but a culture. From his daily routine, to what it’s like working alongside Lincoln Riley, to USC’s transition to the Big Ten—this conversation is packed with insight from one of the sharpest minds in college football. If you're a USC fan, a football junkie, or just curious about what goes into building a powerhouse program in today’s game, this is a must-watch. SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro :36 - When Bowden knew he wanted to go to USC 1:51 - How the GM role has changed in the past 3 years 2:50 - Strategy for developing and maintaining relationships 4:38 - Winning the offseason as a GM 7:04 - Day in the life as USC football GM 9:05 - Favorite moment so far at USC 10:00 - Lessons form Lincoln Riley 10:58 -USC joining the Big 10 12:19 - What fans don't understand about NIL 13:52 - How USC can win a National Championship On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans. Next Up is a Front Office Sports Network show featuring candid, open, and honest conversations with the most impactful figures in college sports including head coaches, athletes, athletic directors, commissioners, entrepreneurs, media personalities, agents, and executives shaping the business of college sports. Adam is a former All-American, Penn State alum and media personality. Front Office Sports is the leading multi-platform media and news organization covering the intersection of sports, business and culture.
S2 E10 · Thu, April 03, 2025
Manny Diaz on Culture, Leadership & Rebuilding Duke Football
Duke Head Coach Manny Diaz joins Adam Breneman for an in-depth conversation about his coaching journey, leadership philosophy, and the challenges of building a winning program in today’s college football landscape. From getting fired at Texas in 2013 to leading Miami and coordinating one of the nation’s top defenses at Penn State, Diaz has seen it all. Now, he’s taking on a new challenge at Duke, and he’s determined to make his mark. In this episode, Diaz shares his approach to building a strong culture, the importance of toughness in his coaching philosophy, and what it takes to recruit and retain top talent in the era of the transfer portal. He also reflects on the pivotal moments in his career, the lessons he learned from James Franklin, and the differences between taking over at Duke versus Miami. Whether you’re a college football fan, coach, or aspiring leader, this conversation provides valuable insight into the mindset of a Power 4 head coach and what it takes to succeed at the highest level. Don’t miss this inside look at the future of Duke Football and the man leading the charge. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $50 bonus from PrizePicks with code "Next Up": https://www.prizepicks.com/ SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 1:50 - First team meeting at Duke 2:40 - First order of business as Duke Head Coach 4:27 - Pivotal moment in Coach Diaz’s career 5:35 - Coaching philosophy 6:25 - Being a production assistant at ESPN 8:26 - When Coach Diaz knew he wanted to be a head coach 9:14 - Process of getting job at Duke 14:09 - Taking over Duke vs. Taking over Miami 15:07 - Building a staff 17:07 - What Coach Diaz looks for in young coaches 18:59 - Lessons from Coach Franklin 22:10 - Ready to be a head coach again 23:46 - Building a relationship with players 26:21 - Building a team to win now vs. building for the future 27:50 - When Coach Diaz knew his team was tough 29:20 - Managing risk during a game 30:18 - Spring Practice thoughts 32:47 - Important stats to Coach Diaz 34:23 - Play calling as a head coach 35:34 - Being honest with players 36:35 - Advice to his younger self <p
S2 E10 · Thu, March 27, 2025
Jake Dickert’s Journey: From Math Teacher to Power 4 Head Coach
Wake Forest football is entering a new era under Head Coach Jake Dickert, and in this episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman, he opens up about the challenges and opportunities that come with leading a Power 4 program. From his first team meeting to the culture he’s building, Coach Dickert shares what it takes to win in today’s college football landscape. He talks about the unconventional path that led him to this role, the lessons he’s learned from adversity, and why he believes Wake Forest has what it takes to compete at the highest level. He also dives into the importance of leadership, accountability, and surrounding yourself with the right people—both on and off the field. This conversation is a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand the realities of college football coaching, the mindset of a leader, and what’s next for Wake Forest football. SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 3:22 - First thing Coach Dickert wanted to implement at Wake Forest 4:27 - Process of getting the job 6:02 - Getting final phone call for job 7:19 - Alignment at Wake Forest 9:08 - Coach Dickert’s culture 10:49 - Coach Dickert’s journey to Wake Forest 15:09 - Coach Dickert Reflects on career journey 16:05 - Coach Dickert’s support system in his family and wife 17:37 - Number 1 thing Coach Dickert learned about himself during Pac-12 turmoil 18:44 - Traits Dickert looks for in young coaches 21:35 - Toughest job interview in Dickert’s assistant coaching journey 22:42 - Advantages of being defensive-minded head coach 24:47 - 5 Principles of winning games 26:45 - Game management as a head coach 29:11 - Coach Dickert’s daily routine 30:26 - New era of CFB as a head coach from a front office standpoint 34:01 - Being a players' coach and relationships with players in the new era 36:15 - Energy will feel different at Wake Forest 37:02 - Coach Dickert on overcoming adversity 39:04 - Advice Coach Dickert would give himself when taking WSU job 40:29 - Wake Forest football 5 years from now 41:47 - Instilling toughness in his team 43:04 - What Coach Dickert is most excited for in 2
S2 E8 · Thu, March 20, 2025
Marcus Freeman Opens Up on Leadership, Adversity & Future of Notre Dame Football
Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman joins Adam Breneman for a raw and insightful conversation about his journey to leading one of college football’s most storied programs. He shares what it was like stepping into the role, the whirlwind 72 hours that changed his life, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Freeman opens up about the challenges of being a head coach, the adversity he faced in his playing career, and how those experiences shaped his leadership style. He also dives into NIL, recruiting, and what it will take for Notre Dame to win a national championship. This episode is packed with wisdom, behind-the-scenes stories, and powerful leadership insights from one of the most respected coaches in the game. SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 2:53 - Getting the job and the viral video addressing the team 4:19 - Process of getting the job 6:37 - Advice to himself after a few years on the job 7:24 - Biggest surprise as being a head coach 9:00 - Overcoming adversity in playing career 12:43 - Preparing to be a HC during time as an assistant coach 14:03 - What he looks for in a young coach 15:14 - Being a position coach vs. head coach 16:45 - Loss to NIU 20:00 - Knowing the team is bouncing back 21:26 - Changing as HC from year 1 to now 23:00 - Having a great relationship with players 24:24 - Marcus on his son Vinny 26:26 - Balancing history at ND and it being “Marcus Freeman’s program” 28:08 Best decision of Freeman’s life 29:59 - What gives Freeman the most energy every day 31:14 - Daily routine 32:14 - NIL recruiting and roster construction 33:53 - What needs to happen for ND to win a national championship 35:11 - Best advice Freeman has ever received On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans. Next Up is a Front Office Sports Network show featuring candid, open, and honest conversations with the most impactful figures in college sports including head coaches, athletes, athletic directors, commissioners, entrepreneurs, media personalities, agents, and executives shaping the business of college sports. Adam is a former All-Ame
S2 E8 · Thu, March 13, 2025
Unveiling Wake Forest’s $20M Strategy: AD John Currie UNFILTERED
Wake Forest Athletic Director John Currie joins Adam Breneman for a candid conversation on the future of college sports, the rapid changes in NIL and revenue sharing, and how Wake Forest is positioning itself for long-term success. Currie dives into what it’s really like to be a Power 4 AD, how he approaches hiring coaches, and why Wake Forest has become the fastest-growing fan base in the Power 5. He also shares insights on the role of private equity in college athletics, what keeps him up at night, and why he’s bullish on the ACC’s future. If you want a behind-the-scenes look at the business of college football from one of the most experienced ADs in the game, this episode is a must-watch. SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS 0:00 - intro 2:23 - Biggest change since taking Wake Forest AD job 3:47 - Most impactful moment of John Currie’s career and what makes Wake Forest special 5:40 - Alignment within administration 7:26 - Lessons from previous AD stops 8:09 - Day in the life as an AD at Power 4 program 10:14 - Hiring process of coaches 13:10 - Knowing when Wake Forest was going to hire Coach Jake Dickert 15:17 - Calls Currie makes when he knows there will be a coaching position open 17:10 - Why Wake Forest is set up to win long term 21:03 - Thoughts on Coach Jake Dickert 22:09 - What keeps John Currie up at night 23:43 - Revenue sharing in college athletics 26:27 - Allocating money between programs during revenue sharing era 20:26 - Private equity in college sports 30:45 - Branding at Wake Forest 33:13 - Advice to young people working in sports 35:08 - Overcoming adversity 37:27 - Future of the ACC 39:24 - Future of Wake Forest athletics On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans. Next Up is a Front Office Sports Network show featuring candid, open, and honest conversations with the most impactful figures in college sports including head coaches, athletes, athletic directors, commissioners, entrepreneurs, media personalities, agents, and executives shaping the business of coll
S2 E6 · Fri, March 07, 2025
Ryan Silverfield Tells All: Secrets Behind Memphis’ Rise in CFB
In this episode, Memphis Head Coach Ryan Silverfield takes us inside his journey—from getting the head coaching job to building a sustainable winning culture. We discuss the lessons he’s learned, key coaching philosophies, and how Memphis continues to compete at a high level. We dive into his biggest surprises as a head coach, the advantages of being promoted from within, and the moment he found out he got the job. Coach Silverfield also shares his thoughts on creating an explosive offense, the role of analytics in coaching, and the NFL offensive schemes he loves right now. We also talk about recruiting in today’s era of college football, how he approaches roster management, and the one decision that helped him get to where he is today. Plus, we discuss what Memphis needs to do to make the College Football Playoff and Coach Silverfield’s ultimate “why”. SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 2:15 - Reflecting on 9 years coaching at Memphis 4:40 - Biggest surprise when getting head coaching job 5:18 - First game as head coach 6:25 - Piece of advice to 2019 Coach Silverfield 7:33 - Advantages of getting promoted from within the program 9:00 - Finding out how he got the head coaching job 11:24 - What makes Memphis special 13:00 - The All In culture at Memphis 15:33 - Sustaining success 16:57 - What Coach Silverfield wishes he’d done differently has a head coach 19:00 - Creating an explosive offense 20:42 - Data after games 22:00 - Analytics 24:20 - Preparing as a head coach 26:20 - Quick decisions as a head coach 27:50 - NFL Offensive schemes Coach Silverfield loves right now 29:27 - Pregame ritual 30:55 - Recruiting strategy in the new era of CFB 34:02 - Revenue sharing 36:11 - Roster management 37:56 - What Coach Silverfield looks for in young coaches 41:57 - Preparing to be a head coach 44:23 - What made Seth Henigan special 46:18 - Daily routine 48:45 - One decision that allowed Coach Silverfield to get to where he is now 50:47 - 1-2 things that need to happen for Memphis to make CFP 52:02
S2 E5 · Fri, February 28, 2025
Sherrone Moore UNFILTERED: Michigan’s Future, Overcoming Adversity & Beating Ohio State
In this exclusive interview, Michigan Football Head Coach Sherrone Moore shares his incredible journey from graduate assistant to leading one of the most storied programs in college football. He opens up about the moment he got the head coaching job, the lessons he learned from Jim Harbaugh, and the challenges of stepping into this high-profile role. Coach Moore breaks down his approach to recruiting, what it takes to build a winning culture, and how he evaluates coaching staff. He also shares his thoughts on NIL, the transfer portal, and the future of Michigan Football. Plus, he reflects on beating Ohio State, the mindset it takes to win a National Championship, and what drives him as a leader. If you're a Michigan fan, a coach, or just love football, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 2:37 - Coach Moore’s first team meeting 3:52 - Pivotal moment in Coach Moore’s career 5:32 - Coach Moore as a GA 7:31 - Becoming Michigan’s head coach 11:18 - Biggest surprise first day on the job 12:03 - Growing up in Derby, Kansas 12:45 - Balancing building Michigan 14:30 - Advice to Coach Moore on day 1 15:24 - Lessons from Coach Harbaugh 16:15 - Being a coordinator under Coach Harbaugh 17:23 - Getting hired as TE Coach at Michigan 21:02 - What goes into being a great recruiter 23:38 - Building a coaching staff 24:36 - Relationships with players 27:06 - Biggest lesson from Year 1 as a Head Coach 28:38 - First win as a Head Coach in 2023 29:58 - Handling expectations as Michigan’s Head Coach 31:05 - NIL at Michigan 32:10 - Landing Bryce Underwood 33:03 - Changes needed in College Football 33:55 - Hiring Chip Lindsey as Offensive Coordinator 34:40 - Overcoming adversity 36:08 - Identifying a great offensive lineman 38:22 - Building a culture in the new age of college football 39:52 - Building from the portal vs building from HS recruits 40:33 - Michigan’s 2025 QB situation 41:33 - Michigan football under Sherrone Moore 42:17 - W
S2 E4 · Fri, February 21, 2025
Commissioner Tim Pernetti: What’s REALLY Happening in College Athletics & Conference Realignment
Tim Pernetti, Commissioner of the American Conference, joins me for an unfiltered conversation about the future of college football, conference realignment, NIL, media rights, and the business behind the game. From leading Rutgers’ move to the Big Ten to reshaping the American Conference, Tim has been at the center of some of the biggest decisions in college athletics. In this episode, he shares insights on his strategy for growing the American Conference, the challenges facing college football, what needs to change in the College Football Playoff, and the impact of NIL and private equity in college sports. SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS 0:00 - intro 2:23 - Path to becoming American Conference Commissioner 4:35 - Priorities when getting Commissioner Job 6:43 - Process of getting Commissioner Job 9:53 - Rebranding The American Conference 11:49 - Traveling when first getting the job 13:18 - Experience as Rutgers Athletic Director 15:42 - Strategy for conference expansion 18:59 - Future of College Football Playoff 20:59 - NIL 24:58 - Private Equity in college sports 27:12 - Talking to media partners 29:09 - A moment that shaped Commissioner Pernetti into who he is today 31:41 - Advice for young people working in sports 32:46 - Negotiating 34:24 - Being the youngest Athletic Director in the country at Rutgers 36:03 - Routine 36:51 - Revenue distribution 39:01 - Conference naming rights 40:27 - Overcoming adversity 41:53 - Commissioner Pernetti’s goal 44:07 - Evaluating employee hires On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans. Next Up is a Front Office Sports Network show featuring candid, open, and honest conversations with the most impactful figures in college sports including head coaches, athletes, athletic directors, commissioners, entrepreneurs, media personalities, agents, and executives shaping the business of college sports. Adam is a former All-American, Penn State alum and media personality. Front Office S
S2 E1 · Thu, February 13, 2025
Pac-12 Commissioner Teresa Gould Tells All: Saving the Conference & Its Future
The Pac-12 Conference has faced one of the most challenging periods in its history, but what happens next? In this interview, I sit down with Pac-12 Commissioner Teresa Gould to discuss the conference’s survival, media rights, expansion, and the future of the Pac-12. She shares what it was like stepping into leadership during such a critical time, the tough decisions she’s had to make, and her vision for where the Pac-12 will be in the coming years. We also dive into the lessons learned from the conference’s collapse, what it means for college athletics, and how the Pac-12 is positioning itself to compete in the modern era. If you’re interested in the business of college football, conference realignment, and what’s next for the Pac-12, this is a must-watch. SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 2:44 - Becoming commissioner of the Pac-12 4:52 - First to-dos when getting hired 7:25 - Figuring out the future of the Pac-12 10:26 - Deal making as a conference commissioner 11:50 - Lessons during time as Pac-12 commissioner 13:32 - Pac-12 media rights 17:18 - Competing in the revenue sharing era 19:00 - The Pac-12 network 20:40 - Solutions for college athletics 2 2:23 - Advice for young people in the sports industry 25:14 - Naming rights in college sports 26:15 - Performance based conference distributions 27:00 - Overcoming adversity 28:42 - What does the future of the Pac-12 look like 29:54 - Teresa’s why On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans. Next Up is a Front Office Sports Network show featuring candid, open, and honest conversations with the most impactful figures in college sports including head coaches, athletes, athletic directors, commissioners, entrepreneurs, media personalities, agents, and executives shaping the business of college sports. Adam is a former All-American, Penn State alum and media personality. Front Office Sports is the leading multi-platform media and news organization covering the intersection of sports, business and culture.
S2 E2 · Thu, February 06, 2025
Kenny Dillingham: College Football's Next Great Coach
In this candid and inspiring conversation, Adam sits down with Arizona State Head Football Coach Kenny Dillingham. We dive deep into his journey to becoming one of the youngest head coaches in college football, the challenges of building a winning program, and his philosophies on recruiting, culture, and leadership. Coach Dillingham shares incredible stories, lessons learned, and a look into the future of ASU Football. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 3:11 - Recapping the last year 4:27 - Winning and living in paradise at ASU 5:10 - Coach Dillingham's first team meeting 6:17 - Week 1 as ASU’s new head coach 7:49 - First press conference as ASU’s head coach 8:50 - Process of getting ASU head coaching job 13:47 - One defining moment in his coaching career 15:46 - Coach Dillingham’s rise at Memphis 17:40 - Becoming a great recruiter 21:10 - Building a great relationship with players 22:58 - Preparing to be a head coach 23:40 - Decision to go to Oregon with Dan Lanning 25:22 - Lessons from Dan Lanning 25:47 - Past season accomplishments 28:15 - Alignment from ASU administration 30:30 - Retaining coaching staff 32:27 - NIL at ASU 33:58 - Changes to College Football 35:29 - Coach Dillingham’s new contract 36:11 - Traits Coach Dillingham looks for in a young coach 38:15 - Balancing relationships with players during NIL 39:50 - Overcoming adversity 44:15 - Lessons from Mike Norvell at Memphis 45:50 - What Kenny’s wife means to him 47:05 - Balance of talent, hard work, and luck 48:50 - One word game 50:46 - Coach Dillingham’s why On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans. Next Up is a Front Office Sports Network show featuring candid, open, and honest conversations with the most impactful figures in college sports including hea
S2 E1 · Thu, January 30, 2025
Johnny Manziel Tells All: Heisman Glory, NFL Drama & Life After Football
Next Up is back and now part of Front Office Sports. In the first edition of the new Next Up, Johnny Manziel opens up about his remarkable journey through football and beyond. From his breakout moment at Texas A&M to winning the Heisman Trophy and navigating the chaos of the NFL, Johnny shares stories, including his draft night experience and the challenges of adjusting to pro football schemes. He offers thoughtful advice to young athletes about staying focused amidst distractions, maximizing opportunities in the NIL era, and navigating the pressures of being a public figure. This episode dives into the story behind the icon of "Johnny Football." _______________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@NextUpWithAdam?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM: INSTAGRAM | https://shorturl.at/d9IdQ X | https://x.com/NextUpWithAdam TIKTOK | https://shorturl.at/qasuc SPOTIFY | https://shorturl.at/5ZdaK APPLE PODCASTS | https://shorturl.at/mW49D For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: advertising@frontofficesports.com _______________________________________________________________ CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 2:19 - Johnny's podcast journey and defining moments shaping who he is today 3:12 - Breakthrough at A&M: overcoming struggles, freshman wall, and gaining confidence under Kliff Kingsbury 7:25 - Advice for athletes: staying focused, NIL era changes, and surrounding yourself with the right people 10:40 - Draft night experience and transition to the NFL, including challenges with scheme adjustments and coaching 12:36 - Netflix documentary 13:50 - Behind-the-scenes of Johnny’s Heisman season and leadership lessons at A&M 17:33 - Life after football, what makes Mike Evans special, and reflections on NFL vs. CFB 23:15 - Importance of draft fit, facing adversity at A&M, and thoughts on 12-team CFP format 26:48 - Coaching aspirations, players-only meeting, and financial advice for athletes 30:01 - Craziest "Johnny Football" moment and reflections on the Heisman trophy 32
Fri, August 30, 2024
Mike Locksley Tells All: Winning B1G Games At Maryland, Career Decisions & Adapting To CFB
Maryland Head Coach Mike Locksley joins Adam Breneman on today’s episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, Locksley opens up on success at Maryland and his ultimate goal of winning a national championship.. Having worked worked for legendary head coaches Nick Saban and Urban Meyer, Locksley gives insight into his career decisions that led him back to Maryland and shaped him as a head coach. In a new landscape of college football, Locksley outlines how he continues to adapt and put his team in position for long term success. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $50 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.comNext Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for CBS, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:17-Taking Maryland Job 05:44-Building Trust 07:42-Pivotal Moment In Career 12:30-Manage, Develop, Recruit 15:23-Recruiting Philosophy 17:38-Biggest Recruiting Loss21:10-Lessons From Saban 23:32-Hiring Staff 26:23-Toughest Interview 29:07-Paying It Forward 31:40-Advice To Yourself 34:46-Building Maryland 37:35-Adapting To New CFB 41:36-Value For Players 46:23-Finishing Games In B1G 50:12-Winning A National Title 51:39-Work Left To Do 54:23-Favorite Game Of Career 57:35-Office Tour
Thu, August 22, 2024
Joe Moorhead UNFILTERED: Coaching Journey, Penn State Stories & Rebuilding Akron
Akron Head Coach Joe Moorhead joins Adam Breneman on today’s episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, Moorhead opens up on stories from Penn State, success & adversity at Mississippi State. As a successful Head Coach & Offensive Coordinator, Moorhead shares his take on the important metrics of offensive football, new helmet communication with QB's, recruiting, and the landscape of college football in 2024. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $50 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for CBS, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:09-Career Stops 03:59-Penn State Offense 06:00-Big Ten Championship 07:21-Fordham 09:27-New CFB Landscape 13:40-Mississippi State 15:19-SEC Head Coach 16:24-Playcalling Skills 17:31-Evaluating QB's 18:48-QB Swagger 20:29-Toughest Interview 22:19-Getting PSU Job 23:54-Best Moments Of Career 25:00-Qualities Of Head Coach 25:45-Headset Rule 27:14-Enrolling Midyear 28:12-Son's Recruitment 30:10-Difference In Conferences 31:19-Impact On Career 32:47-PSU Offensive Staff 35:47-Offensive Statistics 37:16-Analytics 39:36-Taking Akron Job 43:26-Facing Adversity 44:50-Be Where Your Feet Are 47:06-Recruiting OH &. PA 48:16-Come Home Kids 49:32-Football Locker Room 51:06-Evaluating Offense 52:24-Name Game 53:35-Whats Your Why
Thu, August 15, 2024
Kamari Ramsey On Leading USC’s Defense, D’Anton Lynn’s Scheme & Navigating Hollywood
USC Safety Kamari Ramsey joins Adam Breneman on today’s episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, Kamari Ramsey discusses his decision to transfer from UCLA to USC and how the adjustment has been so far. Kamari also sheds some light on what D’Anton Lynn’s defensive scheme will look like in 2024, embracing a leadership role for the Trojans, and much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:06-Adjusting to USC 02:28-Recruiting Process 03:03-Finding Success at UCLA 03:29-Transfer Portal Experience 04:59-D’Anton Lynn 05:31-Learning the Defensive Scheme 06:35-Goals for 2024 06:55-Life Outside of Football 07:43-NIL 08:23-Overcoming Adversity 09:46-Best Piece of Advice 10:23-Navigating Hollywood 11:30-Big 10 Football 11:56-Offseason Goals 12:17-Spring Standouts 12:51-Ramsey’s Why
Thu, August 08, 2024
Nick Sheridan On Taking Over Bama’s Offense, Jalen Milroe & Upholding Saban’s Standard
Alabama Football Offensive Coordinator Nick Sheridan joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, Coach Nick Sheridan opens up about his adjustment to Alabama and his plans for the Crimson Tide offense. Coach Sheridan also talks about his relationship with Jalen Milroe and Kalen DeBoer, his offensive scheme, how he evaluates talent and offensive efficiency, and much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:33-Catching Up 03:44-Adjusting to Alabama 06:04-Jalen Milroe 07:45-Upholding the Alabama Standard 10:29-Implementing the Offense 11:53-Evaluating Offensive Efficiency 15:27-Kalen DeBoer 17:20-Playing Career 22:45-Evaluating QB’s 24:56-Offseason Goals w/ Jalen Milroe
Thu, August 01, 2024
Eric Henderson On Turning Around USC’s Defense, Sean McVay vs Lincoln Riley & Building Culture
USC Football Co-Defensive Coordinator Eric Henderson joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Coach Eric Henderson opens up about his transition from the NFL to college football in this exclusive interview. Eric talks about how he plans to help turn around USC's defense, some of the lessons he learned from Sean McVay and Aaron Donald during his time with the Rams, USC's recruiting strategy and much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:31-Transition from the NFL to College Football 06:02-Lessons Learned with the Rams 06:55-Sean McVay 07:29-Aaron Donald 09:27-Recruiting at USC 12:23-Defensive Culture at USC 13:49-Evaluating Talent 16:48-Best Piece of Advice 18:20-Lincoln Riley 19:00-Overcoming Adversity
Wed, July 24, 2024
USC DC D'Anton Lynn: Revamping USC’s Defense, Building Culture & Lincoln Riley
USC Football Defensive Coordinator D'Anton Lynn joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, D'Anton Lynn opens up about his plans to rewrite the narrative surrounding USC's Defense. Coach Lynn touches on his defensive scheme and approach to play-calling, the defensive culture he's building with the Trojans, Lincoln Riley and much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:04-First 6 Months at USC 02:09-Taking the USC Job 03:16-USC’s Defensive Culture 04:46-Approach to Play-calling 05:36-Common Traits of Elite Players 06:32-Evaluating Recruits 09:03-Recruiting Pitch 09:34-Catching Breaks 10:14-Penn State Career 10:48-Competitive Advantage as a Coach 11:26-Lincoln Riley 12:01-Best Piece of Advice 12:51-Offensive Trends in College Football 13:48-Defining Success in 2024 14:13-Overcoming Adversity
Thu, July 18, 2024
Zachariah Branch: All-American Journey, Miller Moss vs. Caleb Williams & Lincoln Riley’s Offense
USC Football WR Zachariah Branch joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, Zachariah Branch reflects back on his All-American season with USC last season and explains what USC fans can expect from Lincoln Riley's offense in 2024 with Miller Moss leading the way. Zachariah Branch also talks about playing alongside Caleb Williams, his recruiting process, why he ultimately chose USC, his welcome to college football moment and much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:47-Catching Up 03:56-Reflecting on Last Season 06:09-Welcome to College Football Moment 07:09-Caleb Williams 08:17-Recruiting Process 12:32-Miller Moss 13:19-Zachariah’s Foundation 14:52-Goals for This Season 16:30-NFL Role Models 17:29-Best Piece of Advice
Fri, July 12, 2024
Alabama DC Kane Wommack: Nick Saban’s Standard, Defensive Scheme & Balancing Risk
Alabama Football Defensive Coordinator Kane Wommack joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Kane Wommack opens up about his coaching journey and in his decision to become Alabama's Defensive Coordinator in this exclusive interview. Coach Wommack also talks about his defensive scheme and philosophy, how he intends to uphold Nick Saban's standard at Alabama and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB SNHU: Learn more about SNHU's Sport Management Bachelor's Degree with this link: https://snhu.edu/adambreneman EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:46-Catching Up 02:59-Adjusting to Being a DC 04:05-Time at South Alabama 05:21-Defensive Philosophy 07:12-Leaving South Alabama 08:20-Evaluating Defensive Analytics 10:48-Balancing Risk 14:24-Evaluating Players 17:44-Catching Breaks & Overcoming Adversity 20:16-Evolution of College Football 22:09-Defining Success in 2024
Wed, July 10, 2024
Miller Moss: Replacing Caleb Williams, Embracing Leadership, Lincoln Riley & Navigating Hollywood
USC Football QB Miller Moss joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, Miller Moss opens up about the adversity he's faced throughout his time at USC and how he's managed to overcome it. Miller also talks about the challenge of replacing Caleb Williams, what it's like playing QB for Lincoln Riley, his approach to leadership, how he navigates the bright lights of Hollywood and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:09-Catching Up 02:46-Taking Over as USC’s Starting QB 03:37-Sitting Behind Caleb Williams 07:29-Embracing Leadership 08:41-Kliff Kingsbury 09:35-Lincoln Riley 13:30-The QB Fraternity at USC 14:13-Managing Distractions 15:41-Overcoming Adversity 17:28-Becoming the Starter 18:30-Offseason Goals 19:10-Best Piece of Advice 21:07-Path to a Championship 21:58-Miller’s Why
Wed, July 03, 2024
Jalen Milroe Tells All: Overcoming Adversity, Heisman Hopes & Kalen DeBoer vs. Nick Saban
Alabama Football QB Jalen Milroe joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Jalen Milroe opens up in this exclusive interview, diving deep into the adversity he's faced in life and his football career, his Heisman hopes for next season, what Alabama fans can expect from Kalen DeBoer's new offense, the differing coaching styles between Kalen DeBoer and Nick Saban, and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:22-Catching Up 03:19-Biggest Changes Since Getting to Bama 05:30-Managing Emotions 07:26-Gaining Confidence 09:39-Learning Behind Bryce Young 11:08-Adjusting to Coach DeBoer 12:22-Bama’s New Offense 13:26-Lessons Learned from Nick Saban 15:01-Best Saban Story 16:39-Overcoming Adversity 21:06-Offseason Goals 22:43-2023 Iron Bowl 24:56-Milroe’s Why
Thu, June 27, 2024
Kalen DeBoer On Building Alabama His Way, Jalen Milroe’s X-Factor & Upholding Tradition of Winning
Alabama Football Head Coach Kalen DeBoer joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. In this interview, Coach Kalen DeBoer gets honest about his transition from Washington to Alabama, how he plans to fill the shoes that Nick Saban left, the changes he's making to Alabama's culture, Jalen Milroe, and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB SNHU: Learn more about SNHU's Sport Management Bachelor's Degree with this link: https://snhu.edu/adambreneman NIL: Email me at adam@brenemanmedia.com to learn how switching your shipping provider can support NIL efforts at your favorite school EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:22-Catching Up & Adjusting to Alabama 07:29-First Team Meeting at Alabama 08:53-First 48 Hours on the Job 09:49-Deciding to Leave Washington 12:54-Replacing Head Coaches 15:19-Building Alabama’s Staff 18:37-Courtney Morgan 20:20-Biggest Surprises So Far 21:58-Changing Saban’s System 24:29-Core Values 27:17-Time at Fresno State 29:12-Lessons Learned From Last Season at UW 30:48-Jalen Milroe vs. Michael Penix Jr. 32:56-Overcoming Adversity 35:00-Coaching Mindset 37:19-DeBoer’s Culture 39:07-Defining Success 40:51-Building Through the Transfer Portal 43:57-Advice to Younger Self
Fri, June 21, 2024
Lincoln Riley Opens Up: Reviving USC, Attacking Adversity & Developing Elite QBs
USC Football Head Coach Lincoln Riley joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Lincoln Riley gets candid about his coaching journey from his early days as a GA at Texas Tech, how he shaped Baker Mayfield and Kyler Murray into Heisman winners in Oklahoma, and his shocking exit from OU and leap to USC. Coach Riley also reflects back on his first two years building USC football, the coaching changes he's made on the defensive side of the ball, Caleb Williams, and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB SNHU: Learn more about SNHU's Sport Management Bachelor's Degree with this link: https://snhu.edu/adambreneman NIL: Email me at adam@brenemanmedia.com to learn how switching your shipping provider can support NIL efforts at your favorite school EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:28-Catching Up 03:18-Taking Over at USC 04:54-Initial Changes Made at USC 06:27-Reflecting on First Two Years at USC 09:34-Developing QBs 11:52-Evaluating Talent 13:49-Common Traits Amongst Riley’s QBs 15:24-Balancing Head Coaching Responsibilities 18:25-Young Coaching Journey 20:58-Transfer Portal & Roster Management 24:17-Moving to the Big 10 25:56-University Alignment 27:21-Time at Oklahoma 28:54-Investing in Creative 31:07-Overcoming Adversity 33:35-Defensive Changes 35:50-Path to a Championship 38:34-New Facility 40:55-Riley’s Why
Fri, June 21, 2024
Lincoln Riley Opens Up: Reviving USC, Attacking Adversity & Developing Elite QBs
USC Football Head Coach Lincoln Riley joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Lincoln Riley gets candid about his coaching journey from his early days as a GA at Texas Tech, how he shaped Baker Mayfield and Kyler Murray into Heisman winners in Oklahoma, and his shocking exit from OU and leap to USC. Coach Riley also reflects back on his first two years building USC football, the coaching changes he's made on the defensive side of the ball, Caleb Williams, and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB SNHU: Learn more about SNHU's Sport Management Bachelor's Degree with this link: https://snhu.edu/adambreneman NIL: Email me at adam@brenemanmedia.com to learn how switching your shipping provider can support NIL efforts at your favorite school EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:28-Catching Up 03:18-Taking Over at USC 04:54-Initial Changes Made at USC 06:27-Reflecting on First Two Years at USC 09:34-Developing QBs 11:52-Evaluating Talent 13:49-Common Traits Amongst Riley’s QBs 15:24-Balancing Head Coaching Responsibilities 18:25-Young Coaching Journey 20:58-Transfer Portal & Roster Management 24:17-Moving to the Big 10 25:56-University Alignment 27:21-Time at Oklahoma 28:54-Investing in Creative 31:07-Overcoming Adversity 33:35-Defensive Changes 35:50-Path to a Championship 38:34-New Facility 40:55-Riley’s Why
Mon, June 10, 2024
Bill O’Brien Tells ALL: Surviving Penn State’s Sanctions, NFL Journey & Building Boston College
Boston College Football Head Coach Bill O'Brien joins Christian Hackenberg and Adam Breneman on today's special episode of Next Up. Bill O'Brien opens up about the struggles Penn State faced when the NCAA sanctions hit, the lessons he learned during those dark times, and how he was able to help bring Penn State out of the ashes and build the bridge between James Franklin's program. Coach O'Brien also talks about his time with the New England Patriots, his stint as the Houston Texans GM, and the next stop along his amazing coaching journey: Boston College Football. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB EKRIN ATHLETICS: Get 25% off your order with code NEXTUP at https://www.ekrin.com FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:57-Catching Up 06:21-AB & Hack Committing + Early Days at PSU 13:20-Finding Success at Penn State 14:57-Taking the Penn State Job 16:59-Learning about the NCAA Sanctions 20:56-Lessons Learned 26:29-Allen Robinson Suspension 27:44-Recruiting Rankings 28:46-Finding Momentum 31:08-Hack’s Keg Stand Story 32:14-Adjusting to the NFL 33:43-Hack’s Missed Meeting… 36:25-Implementing a New System in Houston 40:00-Traits of Great Players 42:55-Coaching Tom Brady 45:55-Coaching Hack 47:46-Building Relationships with Players 52:09-Time as Texans GM 55:08-Taking the Boston College Job 56:43-Dealing with NIL & the Transfer Portal 58:29-Evaluating Players 1:00:56-First Week at BC 1:02:06-Hiring Craig Fitzgerald 1:05:59-Advice for Young Coaches 1:07:18-University Alignment at BC 1:08:40-Catching Up & Hack’s Coaching Journey 1:11:04-Mauti’s Iconic Speech & More PSU Stories
Thu, May 30, 2024
Scott Satterfield On Building Cincinnati, FCS to Power 4 & NEW $134M Facility
Cincinnati Football Head Coach Scott Satterfield joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Coach Satterfield gives an exclusive look into the highs and lows of his coaching journey, how he intends to transform Cincinnati Football into a national title contender, the challenges he faced in his first year on the job, what Cincinnati fans can expect from the team in 2024, and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code NEXTUP at https://www.ShopMando.com The best swim trunks in town. Get 20% off @chubbies with the code NEXTUP at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/nextup FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:36-Catching Up 03:02-Taking Over at Cincinnati 04:11-Adjusting to the Big 12 05:31-First Few Days on the Job 08:12-Appalachian State 10:01-Building Culture & Program Values 12:15-Young Coaching Journey 14:07-Toughest Interview 15:58-Analytics 17:26-Win Now vs Build for the Future 19:37-HS Recruiting Strategy 21:02-Overcoming Adversity 23:58-2024 Team Mindset 25:04-University Alignment 26:25-Defining Success for 2024 27:23-NIL 28:26-Common Traits of Elite Players 29:42-Favorite Career Win 30:49-Cincinnati’s Future 31:49-Most Impactful Coach 33:05-Building Relationships 33:38-Scott’s Why
Tue, May 21, 2024
Curt Cignetti On Building Indiana Into A LEGIT B1G Contender, D2 to P4 Journey & Nick Saban Stories
Indiana Football Head Coach Curt Cignetti joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, Curt Cignetti discusses his coaching journey at length and how he plans to build Indiana Football into a Big 10 contender. Coach Cignetti also shares some of the lessons he learned coaching under Nick Saban, what it takes to build a winning formula in today's college football landscape, the value of production vs. potential in evaluating players, and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code NEXTUP at https://www.ShopMando.com The best swim trunks in town. Get 20% off @chubbies with the code NEXTUP at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/nextup FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:33-Catching Up 01:47-Why Indiana 05:21-First Few Weeks on the Job 08:58-Winning Formula 14:39-Recruiting Strategy 15:32-Roster Building 18:02-Nick Saban 18:53-Changing Culture 19:58-Evaluation Process 23:12-NIL 24:26-Evaluating Coaches 25:10-Best Piece of Advice 25:30-Lessons Learned Throughout Coaching Journey 26:43-Indiana’s Future 27:50-Kurtis Rourke 28:24-Evaluating QB’s 29:06-Overcoming Adversity 30:21-Curt’s Why
Wed, May 15, 2024
USF HC Alex Golesh UNFILTERED: Choosing Family Over Football, Leaving Tennessee & Challenges of CFB
USF Football Head Coach Alex Golesh joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. In this exclusive interview, Coach Golesh gives fans a look into the highs and lows of his college football journey. From his early days as a GA to leading Tennessee's offense alongside Josh Heupel to now leading USF Football into a new era. Coach Golesh also sheds some light on the challenges G5 programs face, the current landscape of college football, and much much more. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code NEXTUP at https://www.ShopMando.com The best swim trunks in town. Get 20% off @chubbies with the code NEXTUP at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/nextup FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:35-Year One at USF 10:01-Getting Hired 15:23-Uprooting Family for Football 20:15-Finding Success 22:23-Climbing the Coaching Ranks 28:55-Why USF 35:13-First Changes Made at USF 37:48-Managing NIL & Roster Building 47:04-Offer Process & Evaluating Players 55:08-Overcoming Adversity 01:02:02-Traits of Best Players Coached 01:05:16-USF’s Future 01:09:15-Future of College Football 01:13:38-Best Piece of Advice
Thu, May 02, 2024
Tyler Scott Reveals THE TRUTH Behind $20K Rookie Dinner, Bears QB Situation, & Cincy CFP Run
Chicago Bears WR Tyler Scott joins Adam Breneman on today's special episode of Next Up. Early in the episode, Tyler Scott reflects back on his career with the Cincinnati Bearcats and their 2021 run to the college football playoff. Later on, Tyler talks about his transition from college football to the Chicago Bears, starting with his NFL Draft process, his wild $20k rookie dinner, and what it was like playing alongside QB Justin Fields. PRIZEPICKS: Get a $100 Sign Up Bonus with code "AdamB" or this link: https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The College Sports Company. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of The College Sports Company (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:20-Catching Up 01:38-Cincinnati Career 06:32-Luke Fickell 08:28-NFL Draft Process 11:35-Rookie Dinner 17:36-Justin Fields
Thu, April 18, 2024
Katie Feeney & Adam Breneman On New Wave Of Sports Media, Content Creation & Brand Building
Katie Feeney and Alex Sheinman join Adam Breneman on today's special episode of Next Up. Together, they discuss the ins and outs of content creation, the new wave of sports media, how to navigate brand deals as a creator, what it's like working in sports, and much much more. Go to https://bit.ly/PrizePicksAdamB and use code ADAMB for a free $100 deposit bonus at sign up! Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:31-AB’s Background 02:51-Katie’s Background 03:33-Content Creation 10:04-Going all in on Content 16:29-Working in Media & Sports 23:15-Working w/ Brands 34:47-Q&A
Thu, April 04, 2024
Patriots DB Jonathan Jones On His Best Bill Belichick Stories, Tom Brady & The Patriot Way
New England Patriots DB and 2x Super Bowl Champion Jonathan Jones joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Jonathan Jones talks about his adjustment to the New England Patriots organization and how he's learned to embrace The Patriot Way. Jonathan also reveals his welcome to the NFL moment, opens up about playing alongside Tom Brady, and even reveals some untold Bill Belichick stories. *This interview was filmed on Radio Row at the 2024 Super Bowl* Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:21-Catching Up 02:02-Welcome to the NFL Moment 02:37-Playing w/ Tom Brady 02:50-Bill Belichick Stories 03:18-Favorite Moment w/ Patriots 03:44-Undrafted Journey 04:33-2024 Outlook 04:46-Rapid Fire Segment
Thu, March 28, 2024
Ravens GM Eric Decosta On Resigning Lamar Jackson, Roster Revamp & Draft Strategy
Baltimore Ravens GM Eric Decosta joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. In this episode, Eric Decosta opens up about his long journey becoming the Baltimore Ravens General Manager. Eric reveals the pivotal moment that landed him his first break in the sports industry, how patience has served him throughout his 28 years with the Ravens, and how he's quickly made a name for himself as one of the top executives in the NFL. Eric also discusses how he approached contract negotiations with Lamar Jackson, how he ultimately resigned the MVP-caliber QB, his plans to revamp the Ravens' roster, his draft strategy, and more. Get 20% off your order using code NEXTUP20 at https://www.trineurosupplements.com/discount/NEXTUP20 Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:32-Catching 01:52-Most Pivotal Moment 04:51-Early Career 07:30-Evaluating High Performers 09:17-Inspiration to Become a GM 11:27-Staying in Baltimore 15:10-Climbing the Corporate Ladder 19:51-Managing the Salary Cap 22:30-Building for the Future vs. Winning Now 27:41-Analytics vs. Intuition 32:14-Draft Day Strategy 38:39-High Performers 39:47-Resigning Lamar Jackson 43:21-Evaluating Players 46:05-Navigating Relationships as a GM 48:28-Other GM’s 50:37-Cutting Players 53:40-Managing Family Life
Thu, March 21, 2024
The Future Of Professional Football w/ UFL President Russ Brandon
UFL President Russ Brandon joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Russ Brandon talks about his journey working in sports, from serving as the Buffalo Bills GM to now being the President of the UFL. Russ shares the vision for the UFL that he's helping build alongside Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, why he decided to take over as the UFL's President, the impact of the XFL merger, and more. *This interview was filmed on Radio Row at the 2024 Super Bowl* Get 20% off your order using code NEXTUP20 at https://www.trineurosupplements.com/discount/NEXTUP20 Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:37-Catching Up 02:07-Vision for the UFL 06:22-Becoming UFL’s President 07:45-Working with the Bills 10:39-Evaluating Players & Draft Process 13:13-Leadership Philosophy
Mon, March 11, 2024
Sean Clifford On Packers Rookie Season, Matt LaFleur’s System & Backing Up Jordan Love
Green Bay Packers QB Sean Clifford joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Sean Clifford is a former Penn State Nittany Lion and current backup QB to Jordan Love on the Green Bay Packers. In this episode, Sean Clifford reflects back on his draft day experience, rookie season with the Packers, how he's navigated Matt LaFleur’s system and more. *This interview was filmed on Radio Row at the 2024 Super Bowl* Get 20% off your order using code NEXTUP20 at https://www.trineurosupplements.com/discount/NEXTUP20 Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:26-Catching Up 02:32-Draft Experience 06:21-2023 season 09:11-Adjusting to the NFL 10:16-Juggling Business Ventures 11:20-Rapid Fire
Fri, March 01, 2024
Jahan Dotson On Life In The NFL, Kliff Kingsbury Hire & Commanders QB Rumors
Washington Commanders WR Jahan Dotson joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Jahan Dotson reflects back on his playing days at Penn State, from navigating NIL during his senior season to his funniest James Franklin stories. Jahan also talks about his adjustment to the NFL, his performance this past season with the Washington Commanders, the Kliff Kingsbury hire, and recent rumors circling in the Commanders' QB room... *This interview was filmed on Radio Row at the 2024 Super Bowl* Get 20% off your order using code NEXTUP20 at https://www.trineurosupplements.com/discount/NEXTUP20 Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:15-Catching Up 02:25-James Franklin & Penn State Career 06:46-Draft Experience 07:11-NIL 08:24-Reflecting on Last Season 11:04-Kliff Kingsbury 11:36-Commanders QB Rumors 12:28-Goals for 2024 12:42-How Penn State Can Win a Championship 13:10-Rapid Fire
Sat, February 24, 2024
Pawn Stars Owner Rick Harrison On Building A $20M Pawn Shop & The CRAZIEST ITEM Someone’s Brought In
Pawn Stars owner and reality TV star Rick Harrison joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Rick Harrison reveals how he built his iconic store, The Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, using the power of reality TV. Rick talks about the early days of Pawn Stars, including how he duped Hollywood producers into giving him a TV show, the craziest item he's seen a customer bring in, and what goes into selecting the items you see on TV. *This interview was filmed on Radio Row at the 2024 Super Bowl* Get 20% off your order using code NEXTUP20 at https://www.trineurosupplements.com/discount/NEXTUP20 Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:58-Building Pawn Stars 04:55-Strangest Sale 06:07-Advice to Entrepreneurs 08:32-Greatest Life Lesson 10:02-Business Ventures 11:26-Assessment Process 14:11-Most Famous Contact
Wed, February 21, 2024
Raheem Mostert On Breakout 2023 Season, Tua Tagovailoa & Funniest Mike McDaniel Stories
Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Raheem Mostert talks about the highs and lows of his NFL journey, from getting cut multiple times to his record-breaking season with the Miami Dolphins in 2023. Raheem also talks about having to overcome adversity early in his upbringing, his chemistry with QB Tua Tagovailoa, and his welcome to the NFL moment. Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:10-Super Bowl & Podcasting Journey 06:07-2023 Season 09:53-Playing w/ Tua Tagovailoa 10:39-Welcome to the NFL Moment 14:01-Pivotal Moment in Raheem’s Career 17:53-Raheem's Upbringing 22:25-First NFL Paycheck 23:53-Investment Strategy 26:15-RM Collective 29:41-Overcoming Adversity in the NFL 35:39-Reflecting on 2023 Season 40:43-Getting Cut in the NFL 45:30-Tua Tagovailoa 49:40-Best & Worst Pieces of Advice 52:31-Favorite NFL Cities 53:37-Navigating Fame 54:41-Raheem's Why
Fri, February 16, 2024
Marcus Spears Reveals The TRUTH About Nick Saban’s Retirement, Dan Orlovsky Beef & Future of CFB
ESPN analyst Marcus Spears joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. ESPN analyst Marcus Spears joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Marcus Spears reveals his take on why Nick Saban actually retired from college football, shares his thoughts on Dan Orlovsky, discusses what the future of college football could hold, and more. Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithab/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:34-Sandwich Talk 05:00-Nick Saban’s Retirement 07:19-Broadcasting Journey 11:28-LSU’s Path to the CFP 12:53-Overcoming Adversity 14:26-Rapid Fire Questions
Tue, February 13, 2024
Juwan & Chanen Johnson On Becoming TikTok Famous, Life Of An NFL Couple & New $12M Contract
New Orleans Saints TE Juwan Johnson and TikTok influencer Chanen Johnson join Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Juwan Johnson has found success on the football field as a tight end for the New Orleans Saints, but what he's built off it alongside his wife, Chanen Johnson, is even more impressive. Together, the two have built up a massive following on social media and emerged as one of the most famous couples in the NFL. In this podcast, learn about how they've built their brand, the highs and lows of Juwan's NFL journey, and what the future looks like for Ju & Chan. Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:15-Balancing Fame 04:27-Juwan & Chanen’s Love Story 06:12-Overcoming Adversity at Penn State 07:32-Transferring to Oregon 12:37-NFL Draft Process 15:27-Content Creation Journey 19:44-Ju & Chan’s Social Media Team 22:45-Content Strategy 25:18-Life of an NFL Wife 27:34-Opening up on Social Media 30:26-Ju & Chan Goals 31:35-Advice for Working in Sports 35:15-Juwan’s Pivotal NFL Moment 38:43-Picking an Agent 40:10-Hiring a Manager 42:12-Parenting 45:55-Contract Negotiations in the NFL 50:22-Investing Strategy 51:15-Lessons Learned 52:37-Ju & Chan’s Why 54:40-Live Q&A
Wed, January 31, 2024
New Packers DC Jeff Hafley Tells All: Building Boston College, Defensive Scheme & Portal Tampering
Boston College Head Coach Jeff Hafley joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Jeff Hafley gets personal about his entire coaching journey -- from starting out as a graduate assistant, coaching in the NFL alongside the likes of Kyle Shanahan and Mike McDaniel, and finally becoming the head coach for Boston College Football. Coach Hafley also shares his thoughts on the current state of NIL in college football, transfer portal tampering, and the challenges faced as a head coach in the NIL era. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:10-Catching Up 05:00-Taking the BC Job 08:44-Handling Staff & Recruiting Cycle 15:20-Building a Roster 17:39-Culture at BC 19:47-Coaching Journey 26:08-Toughest Job Interview 31:26-Becoming BC’s Head Coach 35:22-Changes Needed at BC 37:17-Trends in College Football 38:50-Hafley’s Defensive Scheme 40:08-Rule Changes for CFB 41:42-Evaluating Players 44:43-Keeping Players at BC 45:56-NIL & Transfer Portal 48:53-Thomas Castellanos 50:58-BC’s Future 53:12-Best Piece of Advice 55:51-Overcoming Adversity 59:01-Motivation
Sat, January 20, 2024
Theo Johnson On Penn State Career, NFL Expectations & James Franklin
Penn State TE Theo Johnson joins Adam Breneman on today's special episode of Next Up. Theo Johnson gets personal about the highs and lows of his Penn State career, his expectations for the NFL, playing for Coach James Franklin, and more. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! *This interview was filmed on December 29th* Get 15% off ALL MERCH with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:03-Catching Up 04:16-Opting Out + Bowl Week 05:51-TV Potential 07:20-Theo’s Upbringing 09:32-Overcoming Adversity 12:39-Transitioning from Canada to Penn State 14:07-Theo’s Locker Room Speech 15:28-Is Penn State Elite? 17:15-Covid Journey 18:28-Looking Forward to the NFL 22:40-Theo’s Strengths 23:41-Favorite Penn State Moment 25:00-Rapid Fire Questions 27:07-NFL Combine Goals 29:23-More Rapid Fire
Tue, January 16, 2024
Uncovering The Truth About The NCAA, NIL & How To Save College Football w/ Jim Cavale
Jim Cavale joins Adam Breneman on today's special episode of Next Up. Jim Cavale is a successful entrepreneur, having built NextSpex, Iron Tribe, INFLCR, and now Athletes.org. Through Athletes.org, Jim has become a prominent voice in the NIL space, advocating for the rights of college athletes. In this interview, Jim Cavale shares his thoughts on the current state of NIL, the future of college football and the NCAA, and more. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/ Get 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:18-Catching Up 04:20-Pivotal Moment in Jim’s Life 06:10-Building NextSpex 09:16-Iron Tribe 11:33-INFLCR 28:25-Athletes.org 38:50-Revenue Sharing in College Sports 43:19-Current State of NIL 54:44-Future of College Football 1:04:09-Collective NIL Budgets 1:11:18-What’s Next for Athletes.org 1:16:37-Best Piece of Advice 1:18:14-Overcoming Adversity 1:24:12-Advice for Athletes Navigating NIL 1:28:11-Jim’s Legacy
Sat, January 06, 2024
Troy Dannen On Kalen DeBoer’s Massive Contract, Washington’s CFP Run & NIL at UW
Washington Athletics Director Troy Dannen joins Adam Breneman on today's special episode of Next Up. Troy Dannen talks about Washington's CFP run, NIL at UW, the Huskies' move to the Big 10, and why Coach Kalen DeBoer is deserving of a massive contract extension.Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/ Get 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 0:00-Intro 2:05-Life as UW’s Athletic Director 6:18-Retaining Staff 9:50-Improvements at UW 11:23-NIL 15:14-The Future of College Football 17:13-Conference Realignment 23:34-CFB Schedule 27:06-Criteria for Head Coaches 28:54-Lessons Learned at Tulane 31:06-Kalen DeBoer Contract Negotiations 32:48-Living in Seattle 33:58-Being a Top 4 Program Consistently 36:00-Moving to the Big Ten 37:40-Sugar Bowl
Mon, January 01, 2024
Kalen DeBoer On The Rise Of Michael Penix Jr & Washington's CFP Journey
Washington Head Coach Kalen DeBoer joins Adam Breneman on today's special episode of Next Up. Kalen DeBoer gets honest about the Washington Huskies' journey to the college football playoff, the rise of QB Michael Penix Jr., and more. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/ Get 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:32-Catching Up 01:56-Journey to CFP 03:50-Defining Moment 04:36-Physicality 05:45-Michael Penix Jr. 09:22-Last Month of the Season 10:26-Retaining Staff 11:56-Keeping Players Focused 12:55-UW Social Media 14:09-UW’s Defense 15:24-How Penix Became Elite 17:40-NIL 18:47-UW’s Administration 19:48-Lessons Learned 21:00-Game-planning for Quinn Ewers 23:28-Keys to Success for the Offense 24:11-Balancing Risk 25:31-Ryan Grubb 26:10-Message to the Team
Fri, December 29, 2023
Jacob Zeno On Turning Down $800k To Stay At UAB, CFB Journey, & Trent Dilfer
UAB QB Jacob Zeno joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Jacob Zeno gets honest about college football journey, playing for Coach Trent Dilfer, and why he turned down an $800k offer in the transfer portal to stay with UAB Football. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/ Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Get 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:29-Catching Up 03:21-Recruiting Process 07:47-Coach Trent Dilfer 08:50-Elite 11 09:57-Transfer Portal 10:51-Decision to Stay at UAB 16:55-Playing for Coach Dilfer 18:28-Overcoming Adversity 22:11-Staying Humble & Silencing Outside Noise 24:56-Current State of College Football 26:16-Learning from Coach Dilfer 27:08-Improvements Needed 28:02-2024 Outlook 28:40-Best Piece of Advice 32:07-Life After Football 33:03-Jacob Zeno Outside of Football 33:41-Leadership Style 34:33-Toughest Career Moment 37:02-Finding Confidence in 2023 37:57-Motivation
Fri, December 22, 2023
Trent Dilfer Tells All: Building UAB Football, Tampering in CFB & Super Bowl Career
UAB Football Head Coach Trent Dilfer joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. In this tell-all interview, Trent Dilfer reflects back on his playing days in the NFL, coaching journey to UAB football, experience as an analyst for ESPN, building Elite 11, and more. Coach Dilfer also discusses the challenges UAB faces as a G5 program, transfer portal tampering, and how the Blazers are competing with the biggest brands in college football. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Use promo code ADAMB for a 10% deposit match on https://kutt.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/ Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Get 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15 FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:13-Setting Up 02:56-Taking The UAB Job 13:02-Challenges at UAB 19:25-Keeping QB Jacob Zeno 23:46-Schedule as a College Coach 27:03-Solution for College Football & Evaluating Players 35:57-Core Values 38:55-Lessons Learned in the NFL 40:49-Proudest Accomplishment 44:37-Building Elite 11 49:44-TV Career & Working at ESPN 58:04-Overcoming Adversity 1:01:14-Best Piece of Advice
Tue, December 19, 2023
Jack Mac Tells All: Inside Barstool, Dave Portnoy & Rise To Fame
Barstool Sports personality and content creator Jack Mac joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Jack Mac gets personal about working with Dave Portnoy, the inner workings of Barstool, and his rise to fame as a content creator with Barstool Sports. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Get entered to win bowl tickets AND 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:21-Social Media Strategy 07:24-Value of Production Quality 11:21-Ekrin Athletics Paid Partnership 15:26-Journey to Barstool 21:50-Interning with Barstool 25:32-Becoming a Content Creator 32:39-Pivotal Career Moment 37:14-Female Audience + Jack Mac’s Rise 42:11-Inner Workings of Barstool 48:07-Contract Negotiations at Barstool 53:57-Dave Portnoy 58:24-Jack Mac’s Future 1:02:23-Hearing Dave Bought Back Barstool 1:07:54-Social Media Trends 1:21:09-Best Piece of Advice + Staying Motivated
Fri, December 08, 2023
Cardale Jones Tells All: Playing for Urban Meyer, 2014 National Title & Ryan Day’s Future at OSU
Former Ohio State QB Cardale Jones joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Cardale Jones gets personal about the highs and lows of his time at Ohio State, playing for Urban Meyer, and the Buckeyes' 2014 national title run. Cardale Jones also clears the air on his iconic tweet and shares his thoughts on Ryan Day's future at OSU. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Get entered to win bowl tickets AND 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:44-Catching Up + Cardale’s Media Career 07:40-Coolest Career Moment 11:44-Replacing J.T. Barrett 14:32-On Urban Meyer 18:12-Thoughts on CFP Teams & FSU Dilemma 22:55-Freakiest Athletes at Ohio State 26:40-2015 QB Competition 30:17-OSU Transfer Portal Targets & Ryan Day’s Future 38:36-Cardale’s Iconic Tweet: “We ain’t come here to play school” 44:55-Toughest Moment of Cardale’s Career 49:56-Cardale’s Book
Fri, December 01, 2023
Brady Cook On Playing For Eli Drinkwitz, Missouri’s Culture Shift & Overcoming Adversity
Missouri QB Brady Cook joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Brady Cook talks up about what it's like playing for Head Coach Eli Drinkwitz and explains the viral 'we stand on business' comment Coach Drinkwitz made to Josh Heupel after the Tennessee game. Brady also discusses Missouri's culture shift and how the Tigers have quietly put together a 10-2 season. Brady Cook also gets personal about the adversity he's faced throughout his college football journey thus far. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Get entered to win bowl tickets AND 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:02-Bowl Game Prep 04:26-Recruiting Journey 09:08-Welcome to College Football Moment 11:43-Favorite Moment of Career 12:22-Eliah Drinkwitz 15:44-Silencing Doubters 17:24-Being a Home Town Hero 19:44-Missouri’s Culture Shift 21:03-NIL 23:10-Overcoming Adversity 25:56-Best Piece of Advice 29:36-Brady’s Why
Thu, November 30, 2023
The Pac-12 Finale w/ Dan Lanning, Kalen DeBoer, Michael Penix Jr & More
This special episode of Next Up features my favorite segments from my interviews with Dan Lanning, Kalen DeBoer, Michael Penix Jr., Tosh Lupoi, and Will Stein. Get ready for the Pac-12 championship with this special look into the Oregon and Washington football programs. From the coaching philosophies of Dan Lanning and Kalen DeBoer to Michael Penix Jr. vs. Bo Nix, the cultural building blocks of each program, and more. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman, and be sure to tune in on Friday night as the Oregon Ducks and Washington Huskies face off to determine who will punch their ticket to this year's college football playoff! Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Get entered to win bowl tickets AND 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:17-Dan Lanning’s Coaching Journey 19:20-Kalen DeBoer’s Coaching Journey 26:39-Will Stein on Bo Nix 30:02-Michael Penix Jr. 36:35-Oregon’s Defense 39:39-Oregon’s Offense 41:16-What Makes Dan Lanning Special 46:02-Kalen DeBoer’s Coaching Philosophy 51:51-Dan Lanning’s Coaching Philosophy 54:17-Oregon’s Path to a Championship 56:17-Washington’s Path to a Championship 57:41-AB’s Prediction
Fri, November 17, 2023
Adam Breneman Tells All: Penn State Journey, Building a $1B Dollar Media Company & Career Secrets
In this tell-all interview, Adam Breneman opens up about his playing days at Penn State, his journey in sports media, and how he's building Mercury into the next $1B dollar media company. Adam also shares his thoughts on the current state of NIL, the college football playoff expansion, and more. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! This interview was filmed at the Penn State Sports Business Conference with moderator Destiny Sanchez. Get entered to win bowl tickets AND 15% off site wide with the code ADAMB15 at https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/ADAMB15! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 02:25 - Adam’s Background 06:27 - Building Mercury 11:20 - NIL 17:08 - Commonalities Across College Football 19:47 - Favorite Interviews 22:05 - New Playoff Format 24:10 - What Drives AB 27:09 - Mecury’s Future 30:28 - Lessons Learned 34:09 - Michigan Game 36:07 - Humanizing Athletes 38:40 - Pay to Play 40:17 - Negotiating NIL Deals 42:30 - Mercury’s Differentiator 44:13 - Good Talent vs. Good Coaching 46:30 - Preparation 48:55 - Drew Allar 52:03 - Balancing Multiple Passions
Thu, November 09, 2023
Jake Butt On Overcoming Adversity, Michigan Football Career & Untold Jim Harbaugh Stories
Former NFL and Michigan Football TE Jake Butt joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Jake Butt talks about overcoming adversity during his NFL career, his playing days at Michigan Football, and even reveals some untold Jim Harbaugh stories. Jake also talks about his transition to the broadcasting booth and what he believes will be the future of college football. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 02:40 - Catching Up 03:59 - Lessons Learned in Broadcasting Journey 10:07 - Jake’s NFL Career 12:04 - Overcoming Injuries 19:52 - Why Money Doesn’t Solve Everything 21:44 - Most Difficult Moment of Jake’s Career 25:54 - AB & Jake’s Knees 27:10 - Jim Harbaugh Stories 28:43 - Jake’s Recruiting Process 32:15 - Current State of College Football 35:23 - Jake’s Future 36:36 - Penn State vs. Michigan Game
Fri, November 03, 2023
Will Howard On Journey From Unranked QB To Top NFL Prospect, Kansas State’s Offense & Collin Klein
Kansas State QB Will Howard joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Will Howard talks about his journey from unranked high school recruit to one of the NFL's top QB prospects in 2024. Will also talks about his adjustment to Kansas State's offense since arriving on campus and his dynamic with Offensive Coordinator Collin Klein. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Recover properly with @waterboy and get 15% off with promo code ADAMB at https://www.waterboy.com/ADAMB! Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 03:24 - Catching Up 04:25 - Recruiting Journey 09:01 - Adjusting to Kansas State 11:18 - Overcoming Adversity 15:44 - Colin Klein 17:10 - Go-To 3rd Down Play 19:35 - Improvements 20:33 - Texas Preview 21:48 - NIL 23:19 - Best Piece of Advice 25:31 - Will’s Why
Thu, November 02, 2023
Mike Rhoades On Building Penn State Basketball, Transfer Portal Strategy & 2023 Outlook
Penn State Basketball Head Coach, Mike Rhoades, joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Mike Rhoades talks about his adjustment to coaching at Penn State, his strategy when it comes to the transfer portal, the Nittany Lions' offensive game plan, and his plan to turn Penn State Basketball into a perennial top 25 program. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Recover properly with @waterboy and get 15% off with promo code ADAMB at https://www.waterboy.com/ADAMB! Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 03:26 - Getting Setup 05:34 - Becoming Penn State’s Head Coach 07:40 - Transfer Portal Strategy 09:44 - Pat Kraft 11:07 - James Franklin 13:17 - Becoming a Top 25 Program 15:19 - First 24 Hours on the Job 20:38 - Overcoming Adversity 23:00 - Student Section 25:56 - Changes for College Basketball 28:04 - HS Players vs. Transfer Portal 30:08 - Plan for Penn State Basketball 33:22 - Offensive Game Plan 35:06 - Thoughts on Big 10 Expansion
Thu, October 26, 2023
Tosh Lupoi on Oregon's Defense, Avoiding Social Media & Recruiting The Best Players in The Country
Oregon Football Defensive Coordinator, Tosh Lupoi, joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Tosh Lupoi talks about his career as a college coach, what he looks for in potential recruits, where his work ethic comes from, how Dan Lanning came to Oregon, and more. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Recover properly with @waterboy and get 15% off with promo code ADAMB at https://www.waterboy.com/ADAMB! Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:46-Time at Alabama 05:54-Work ethic 09:23-Freak athletes 11:18-How Tosh recruits 20:26-Defensive culture 23:31-Assessing risk 26:47-Battling adversity and distractions 29:30-Dan Lanning
Fri, October 20, 2023
Chop Robinson & Adisa Isaac On Ohio State Game, James Franklin & Season Expectations
Chop Robinson and Adisa Isaac join Adam Breneman on today’s new episode of Next Up. Chop Robinson and Adisa Isaac talk about Penn State’s performance this season, Drew Allar, the Nittany Lions’ upcoming matchup against Ohio State, and more. Chop and Adisa also reveal their best James Franklin stories. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Recover properly with @waterboy and get 15% off with promo code ADAMB at https://www.waterboy.com/ADAMB! Start recovering faster and moving easier and get 25% off with promo code NEXTUP at https://ekrinathletics.com/! Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase)! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo).
Thu, October 12, 2023
Will Stein On Oregon’s Offense, Bo Nix’s Differentiator & Wild Coaching Journey
Oregon Football Offensive Coordinator, Will Stein, joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Will Stein talks about how he became Oregon's Offensive coordinator, his relationships with Dan Lanning and Bo Nix, how he approaches game planning, Oregon's offensive scheme in 2023, and more. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Go to http://bit.ly/prizepicks-nextup and use code NEXTUP for a first deposit match up to $100! Get 20% off + Free Shipping at Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 04:20 - Becoming Oregon’s OC 07:47 - Offensive Scheme 09:22 - Biggest Surprise Joining Oregon 11:32 - On Bo Nix & Gameplan 15:45 - On Dan Lanning 16:49 - Dictating Tempo 18:02 - Evaluating QBs 19:40 - Defensive Trends in College Football 21:15 - Overcoming Adversity
Fri, October 06, 2023
Dan Lanning UNFILTERED: Oregon's Rise, Bo Nix Resurgence, Big 10 Move & Championship Hopes
Oregon Football's Dan Lanning joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up to tell his story - unfiltered. From the beginnings of his coaching journey as a graduate assistant to becoming Oregon Football's head coach and putting the program back on the national stage. Coach Lanning also discusses Oregon's unlikely rise in 2023, Bo Nix's resurgence after transferring from Auburn, Oregon's move to the Big 10, and more... Go to https://PrizePicks.com/nextup and use code nextup for a first deposit match up to $100! Go to https://modernmammals.com/ and use code ADAMB at checkout for FREE SHIPPING. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 04:52 - Catching Up 07:07 - Becoming Oregon’s HC & Coaching Journey 23:53 - Family 25:39 - Oregon’s Culture 29:25 - Coaching Mentors 32:31 - Bo Nix 33:33 - Big 10 Move 35:32 - Nike Partnership 36:33 - Transfer Portal & NIL 39:07 - Future of College Football 39:53 - Recruiting 42:23 - Season Outlook 43:31 - Evaluating Staff 44:41 - Interviewing w/ Nick Saban & Kirby Smart 45:42 - Overcoming Adversity 48:26 - Path to a Championship & Best Piece of Advice 50:47 - Lanning’s Why
Thu, September 28, 2023
Jackson Arnold On Becoming The Next Great Oklahoma QB, Dillon Gabriel & Jeff Lebby’s Offense
*This was filmed in the spring of 2023*. Oklahoma Football QB Jackson Arnold joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Jackson Arnold talks about his journey with Oklahoma Football, relationship with Dillon Gabriel, and how he plans on becoming the next great Oklahoma QB. Jackson also discusses how he's adjusted to life at OU, and the difficulties of learning Coach Jeff Lebby's offensive scheme. Go to https://modernmammals.com/ and use code ADAMB at checkout for FREE SHIPPING. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:20-Recapping Spring Camp 05:48-Learning Coach Lebby’s Offense 08:03-Recruiting Process Pt. 1 09:43-Jeff Lebby 12:37-Relationship w/ Dillon Gabriel 13:53-Handling the Pressure at OU 16:10-Former OU QB’s 17:14-Recruiting Process Pt. 2 19:02-Adjusting to OU 23:50-NIL 27:13-Baseball Career 28:24-Life after Football & Classes at OU 29:00-Texas Football 30:22-Jackson in the Weight Room 31:17-Offseason Goals & Pre-Snap Routine 33:36-Goals for 2023 34:01-Craziest Recruiting Story 37:06-Moving to the SEC 37:58-Best Piece of Advice 38:58-Brent Venables 40:51-Top 3 QB’s 42:42-Jackson’s Legacy 43:54-Worst Piece of Advice & Jackson’s Why
Fri, September 22, 2023
OU Football Players On Turning Things Around In 2023, Brent Venables & Moving To The SEC
*This was filmed in the spring of 2023, but wanted to get it out after the 3-0 start*. Oklahoma Football Players Danny Stutsman, Dasan McCullough, and Jalil Farooq join Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Together, the OU boys talk about their Oklahoma Football experience, their best Brent Venables stories, how the Sooners are turning things around in 2023, moving to the SEC, and more. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Go to https://modernmammals.com/ and use code ADAMB at checkout for free shipping. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:48-Dasan McCullough Interview 42:27-NIL at Oklahoma 44:00-Brent Venables 45:34-Reflecting on Spring Camp 47:48-Coach Lebby’s Offense 49:00-Recruiting Processes & More NIL Talk 52:12-Goals for 2023 & SEC Move 56:35-Lincoln Riley vs. Brent Venables 59:44-Recruiting Stories 01:05:06-Life at OU 01:08:50-Film Stories 01:12:00-OU Facility & Practice Routine
Fri, September 15, 2023
Kalen DeBoer On Rebuilding UW Football, Joining The Big 10 & Michael Penix Jr Expectations
Washington Football Head Coach Kalen DeBoer joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Coach DeBoer opens up about his coaching journey, why he took the job at UW, Washington's recent move to the Big 10, and more. Coach Kalen DeBoer also talks about his relationship with Huskies QB Michael Penix Jr., how UW Football approaches NIL & the transfer portal, and what it will take for the Huskies to win a national championship. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Go to https://modernmammals.com/ and use code ADAMB at checkout for free shipping. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:32-Getting Set Up 06:29-Taking the UW Job 13:47-Coaching Philosophy 20:38-Recruiting Strategy 22:54-Transfer Portal & NIL 26:09-Moving to the Big 10 29:36-DeBoer’s Staff 33:55-Michael Penix Jr. 38:28-New Rules in College Football 40:25-Overcoming Adversity 43:31-Best Piece of Advice 44:50-Winning a Championship at UW 46:11-Daily Routine & Coach DeBoer’s Why
Fri, September 08, 2023
RG3 Tells All: From Face Of The NFL To ESPN Broadcasting Star
Robert Griffin III (RG3) joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. RG3 gets personal about the highs and lows of his football journey -- from winning the Heisman Trophy at Baylor, becoming the franchise QB for the Washington Redskins, winning rookie of the year, to then getting demoted to scout team safety and out of the NFL in less than 8 years. RG3 also reveals the toughest moments during his time in washington, and talks about his transition from the NFL to the broadcast booth. Tune in to learn more about the rise and fall of RG3 on today's new episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 05:26-Getting Set-Up 08:09-Transitioning To Broadcasting 23:06-2023 Broadcasting Schedule 26:01-Preparing For A Game 32:35-First Game As A Broadcaster 36:14-College Football Recruiting Process 47:21 -Becoming A Household Name At Baylor 53:21-Winning The Heisman Trophy & Changing Baylor’s Culture 59:49-Heisman Week 01:07:17-Johnny Manziel Documentary 01:09:14-Getting Drafted To Washington 01:19:31-Toughest Moment Of NFL Career 01:24:33-How RG3 Has Changed 01:28:50-Content Creation Journey 01:33:41-RG3’s Goals & Best Piece Of Advice
Fri, September 01, 2023
Kalen King & Curtis Jacobs On Why Penn State’s Defense Will Be Elite In 2023
Penn State Football players Kalen King and Curtis Jacobs join Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Kalen King and Curtis Jacobs get personal about the highs and lows of their Penn State Football experience, the high expectations for the Nittany Lions' defense, what fans can expect from them in 2023, 5 players to watch this season, and more... Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:20-Kalen King 16:25-Curtis Jacobs
Thu, August 31, 2023
Michael Penix Jr Tells All: Heisman Hype, Career Journey & 2023 Expectations
Michael Penix Jr. joins Adam Breneman on today's new episode of Next Up. Michael Penix Jr. gets personal about his college football journey and the highs and lows of his career. Michael reflects on his time at Indiana, transfer portal experience, adjusting to Washington Football, Coach Kalen DeBoer, and more. Michael also opens up about the high expectations surrounding his upcoming season, including his Heisman odds. Tune in for another great episode of the Next Up with Adam Breneman Podcast! Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:48-Vlog 10:40-Training Camp Update 11:34-Handling The Heisman Hype 13:47-Being Authentic 15:27-Leadership Style 16:24-Family 18:38-Changes Since Indiana & DeBoer’s System 20:31-Battling Through Injuries 26:41-Transfer Portal Journey 28:45-Reflecting On 2022 Season 32:01-Offseason Improvements 33:01-Proudest Accomplishment 34:06-Left-Handed Quarterbacks 37:14-Daily Routine 41:38-Michael’s Legacy & Best Piece Of Advice 42:15-Life After Football 42:33-Michael’s Why
Wed, August 30, 2023
Terry Smith Reflects On Coaching Journey, James Franklin Relationship & Navigating 2013 Sanctions
Associate Head Coach Terry Smith joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Coach Smith gets personal about the highs and lows of his coaching journey, his relationship with James Franklin, the challenges Penn State faced during the 2013 sanctions, why PSU churns out elite DB's, and more... Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! Stay tuned for the next interview! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:17-Training Camp Update 04:12-Journey at Penn State 05:16-Recruiting Strategy 08:05-Recruiting Elite DB’s 09:35-James Franklin 12:51-Challenges After the Sanctions 15:00-Kaylen King & Johnny Dixon 16:15-WR Room
Tue, August 29, 2023
Theo Johnson On Penn State’s TE Room, Tyler Warren Duo & Ty Howle Relationship
Penn State TE Theo Johnson joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Theo Johnson gives Penn State fans an early look at the 2023 offense and provides an update from Penn State's training camp. Theo also sheds some light on the TE room, reveals his thoughts on Drew Allar's development, and breaks down his top Nittany Lions to watch in 2023... Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! Stay tuned for the next interview! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:00-TE Room 02:19-Training Camp Update 02:50-Offseason Improvements 03:22-Ty Howle 04:20-Embracing Leadership 06:35-Favorite Route 07:12-Camp Standouts 07:42-Thoughts on QB Room 08:28-George Kittle 08:57-Favorite Core Value at PSU 09:35-Defining Success in 2023 10:49-Welcome to College Football Moment
Mon, August 28, 2023
Beau Pribula On Mike Yurcich’s Vision, Drew Allar & Bizarre Recruiting Journey
Beau Pribula joins Adam Breneman on today's episode of Next Up. Beau Pribula opens up about his relationship and QB battle with Drew Allar, and gives Penn State fans an early look at the Nittany Lions heading into the 2023 season. Tune in to learn about the adjustments Beau has made this offseason, how he plans to define success in 2023, what fans can expect from the offense this season and more. Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! Stay tuned for the next interview! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:23-Training Camp Update 04:18-Recruiting Process 06:35-Beau’s Brother 07:49-Goals for 2023 08:27-Drew Allar 09:18-NIL 10:07-Playing for Coach Yurcich 10:54-Favorite Core Value at PSU 11:50-Camp Standouts 12:28-Defining Success in 2023
Fri, August 25, 2023
Kaytron Allen On Penn State’s Dynamic Backfield & Untold Recruiting Process
Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Give to “Race to 107” today to support Penn State football NIL: https://givebutter.com/HVUraceto107 Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! On today's new episode of Next Up, Adam Breneman is joined by Penn State RB, Kaytron Allen. Kaytron Allen gets personal about his freshman season at Penn State and gives PSU fans an early look at the Nittany Lions heading into the 2023 season. Allen talks about the adjustments he's made in the offseason, teammate Nick Singleton, his recruiting process, how he's handling expectations, and more. Stay tuned for the next interview! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:16-Fat Man Nickname 03:02-Nick Singleton 03:58-Reflecting on Last Season 04:46-Recruiting Process 06:13-Coach Seider 08:24-Adjusting to Penn State 09:08-Offseason Improvements & Camp Standouts 10:19-Favorite Core Value at PSU 12:12-Defining Success in 2023 12:44-Recovery Process
Thu, August 24, 2023
Nick Singleton On Historic Freshman Season, Kaytron Allen Duo & Navigating Expectations
Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Give to “Race to 107” today to support Penn State football NIL: https://givebutter.com/HVUraceto107 Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! On this week's episode of Next Up, Adam Breneman is joined by Penn State RB, Nick Singleton. Nick Singleton gets personal about his freshman season at Penn State and gives PSU fans an early look at the Nittany Lions heading into the 2023 season. Singleton talks about the adjustments he's made in the offseason, teammate Kaytron Allen, his recruiting process, competition in the QB room, how he's handling expectations, and more. Stay tuned for the next interview! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:03-Training Camp Update 03:16-Reflecting on 2022 Season 04:30-Playing with Kaytron Allen 05:17-Recruiting Process 06:12-QB Room 07:09-Best & Worst Parts About College Football 08:05-Handling Expectations 08:50-Camp Standouts 09:43-Singleton’s X-Factor 10:22-Saquon & Defining Success 11:22-Favorite Core Value at PSU
Tue, August 22, 2023
Riley Leonard On Duke Football’s Rise, Heisman Odds & Mike Elko
Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ On this week's episode of Next Up, Adam Breneman heads to Durham, North Carolina for an exclusive tour of Duke's Football Facilities with QB Riley Leonard. Riley gives an inside look at Duke's Football Facilities, reflects on his 2022 season, and reveals what fans can expect from the Heisman-Hopeful QB in the 2023 college football season. Watch the FULL TOUR with Riley Leonard HERE. FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo).
Mon, August 21, 2023
Drew Allar On Embracing Leadership, QB Competition & Balancing Expectations
Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Give to “Race to 107” today to support Penn State football NIL: https://givebutter.com/HVUraceto107 Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! On this week's episode of Next Up, Adam Breneman is joined by Penn State QB, Drew Allar. Drew Allar gives a season preview and inside look at Penn State's offense heading into the 2023 season. Learn how the offense is shaping up in training camp, how Drew is handling competition in the QB room with Beau Pribula, who has made a splash in training camp so far, and more... Stay tuned for the next interview! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:27-Training Camp Update 09:48-Embracing Leadership 11:20-QB Battle 11:54-Favorite Core Value at PSU 12:35-Defining Success 13:17-Mike Yurcich & James Franklin
Wed, August 16, 2023
Manny Diaz On Penn State’s Defense, Training Camp Update & Head Coach Aspirations
Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Go where NO Penn State Fan has gone before with The Beaver Stadium VIP Experience on August 18th! Claim your spot here: https://shop.teammercury.io/collections/experiences/products/beaver-stadium-vip-experience Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! On this week's episode of Next Up, Adam Breneman is joined by Penn State Defensive Coordinator & LB Coach, Manny Diaz. Coach Manny Diaz gives a state of the union on Penn State's Defense and sheds some light on the Nittany Lions heading into the 2023 season. Get an inside look at how the defense is shaping up in training camp, what the defense is taking from the 2022 season, how Coach Diaz recruits and evaluates talent, and more... Stay tuned for the next interview! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:08-Defense State of the Union 02:07-Growing from 2022 04:15-Practice Mindset 06:25-Recruiting Philosophy 07:59-Daily Routine 11:06-Reflecting on Coaching Journey 12:12-Mike Yurcich 12:50-Offense Schemes in College Football 14:11-Head Coaching Opportunities… 15:36-Measuring Success
Tue, August 15, 2023
Mike Yurcich Talks Offensive Goals for 2023 & Drew Allar Expectations
Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Tickets for The Beaver Stadium VIP Experience: https://shop.teammercury.io/collections/experiences/products/beaver-stadium-vip-experience Massive thank you to Coach Franklin & Greg Kincaid at Penn State football for setting all this up! We will be dropping interviews featuring some Penn State Coaches and Players over the next few weeks leading up to the season. Stay tuned! On this week's episode of Next Up, Adam Breneman is joined by Penn State Offensive Coordinator & QB Coach, Mike Yurcich. Coach Mike Yurcich gives a state of the union on Penn State Football and sheds some light on the Nittany Lions heading into the 2023 season. Get an inside look at the competition boiling in the QB room, how the offense is shaping up, predictions for QB Drew Allar, why the offense-line will be an x-factor in 2023, and more... Stay tuned for the next interview! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:31-State of the Union 03:13-QB Competition 03:38-Offensive Line 05:01-Install Process 06:31-New First Down Rules 07:39-Offensive Goals 10:02-Coaching Journey 11:37-Drew Allar 14:09-What Should Change About College Football 15:12-Measuring Success in 2023 16:44-Balancing Personnel
Mon, August 07, 2023
Mike Elko Talks Building Duke Football, ACC Realignment & Riley Leonard Heisman Hopes
Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ On this week's episode of Next Up, Adam Breneman is joined by Duke Football Head Coach Mike Elko. Mike Elko opens up about building Duke Football, realignment rumors in the ACC, his expectations for QB Riley Leonard and why he's a dark horse for the Heisman Trophy, and more. Coach Elko also reflects on his coaching journey, the highs and lows of his first season at Duke, why Duke is more than just a basketball school, NIL, and the transfer portal. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman and be sure to subscribe! FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:28-Setting Up 06:28-Taking the Duke Job 10:58-Childhood & Coaching Journey 12:07-Recruiting Strategy 18:51-Win Now vs. Build for the Future 20:38-2022 Season 22:34-Expectations for 2023 23:23-Contract Negotiations 24:36-Duke’s Culture 25:59-Recruiting In-State vs. Out of State 27:32-NIL 30:09-Brian Kelley & Jimbo Fisher 33:43-Toughest Job Interview 35:18-Being a Basketball School 36:45-Daily Routine & Family Life 39:18-Future of the ACC 40:44-What Should Change About CFB 44:51-Riley Leonard 46:09-Reflecting on Coaching Journey & Becoming a Head Coach 51:00-Vision for Duke Football 52:47-Best & Worst Piece of Advice 57:01-Championship Hopes & Coach Elko’s Why
Mon, July 31, 2023
Pat Narduzzi Tells All: Pitt’s Championship Culture, Tampering, NIL & Future Of The ACC
Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ On this week's episode of Next Up, Adam Breneman is joined by Pitt Football Head Coach Pat Narduzzi. Coach Pat Narduzzi gets personal about his coaching journey, the current state of college football, the problems with NIL & the transfer portal, and more. Coach Narduzzi also reveals what it was like coaching QB Kenny Pickett, his recruiting strategy at Pitt, and what it will take for the Pittsburgh Panthers to win a national championship. FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:15-Becoming Pitt’s Head Coach 09:29-Mark Dantonio 10:57-Pitt’s Culture 12:30-Building Pitt’s Staff 15:53-What Makes Narduzzi Different 18:22-2021 Season 19:51-Kenny Pickett 21:53-Future of the ACC 23:15-State of College Football 24:34-Recruiting 29:20-Transfer Portal & NIL 36:12-Coaching Philosophy 43:06-Catching Breaks 44:26-Overcoming Adversity 45:25-Recruiting Wins & Losses 46:55-Hard Work, Luck & Talent 49:50-How Narduzzi Has Changed 53:55-Winning a Championship 55:15 -Rapid Fire
Thu, July 20, 2023
Steve Keim Tells All: Drafting Kyler Murray, Leaving Arizona & Untold Stories Of An NFL GM
Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ This week on Next Up, Adam Breneman is joined by former Arizona Cardinals GM, Steve Keim. Steve spent over two decades as an executive with the Arizona Cardinals and got his start in the NFL as an area scout for the Cardinals. During his time with the Cardinals, Steve served as the team's general manger from 2013-2022. In this episode, Steve Keim gets personal about his time as the Cardinals' GM, his decision to draft QB Kyler Murray, and what it takes to be a top executive in the NFL. Steve also reveals some untold stories from his time in Arizona, how he sealed the deal on the DeAndre Hopkins trade, and gives a great look at what it's actually like being an NFL GM. FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 04:30-Steve’s Big Break 07:53-Life as an NFL Scout 10:48-Becoming Arizona’s GM 14:11-Challenges as a GM & Hiring Bruce Arians 16:42-Best Trades 19:52-Landing DeAndre Hopkins 23:34-Adam Schefter & Jay Glazer 24:34-Reflecting on Draft Picks 27:24-Signing JJ Watt 31:34-Deals That Fell Through 32:49-Drafting Kyler Murray 37:43-Getting Draft Advice from other GMs 39:29-Head Coach Hiring Process 41:25-Moving Past Mistakes 43:35-Win-Now vs. Long-Term Success 45:35-Free Agent Contract Negotiations 49:29-Moving on From Josh Rosen 51:31-Draft Day 53:54-Lessons Learned as a GM 55:06-Hard Work / Luck / Talent 57:32-Most Talented Prospects 59:33-Anquan Boldin & Budda Baker 01:00:27-Rapid Fire 01:02:22-Drafting Tyrann Mathieu 01:06:47-Life After Football 01:11:27-Best Piece of Advice 01:13:04-What Steve Will Miss About Being a GM 01:13:54-Steve’s Legacy
Thu, July 13, 2023
Brent Pry Tells All: Virginia Tech Rebuild, Year One Challenges & Transfer Portal Strategy
Get 20% OFF with our code ADAMB at http://calderalab.com/ADAMB to unlock your youthful glow and be ready for summer with Caldera + Lab! #teamcaldera Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ This week, Virginia Tech Football's Head Coach Brent Pry joins Next Up for an exclusive sit-down interview. In this episode, Coach Pry gets personal about his coaching journey, year one with the Hokies, NIL, the transfer portal, and more. Coach Brent Pry also reveals some of the biggest lessons he's learned from James Franklin, his plan to rebrand Virginia Tech Football, how he's balancing win now vs. long-term success, and the biggest recruiting battles he has experienced throughout his coaching journey. FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:49-Catching Up 06:53-Brand Building at Virginia Tech 08:22-Why Virginia Tech? 12:31-Biggest Surprises Joining VT 14:28-Lessons Learned from James Franklin 17:09-Virginia Tech’s Culture 22:22-First Few Weeks on the Job 25:53-Building VT’s Staff 29:28-Recruiting Philosophy 32:42-NIL & Transfer Portal 38:16-Win Now vs. Long Term Success 40:58-Year 1 vs. Year 2 41:43-Enter Sandman 42:56-Lessons Learned After Year 1 45:23-Balancing Defensive Duties w/ Being a Head Coach 47:46-Facing Adversity 53:53-Micah Parsons 54:53-What it Will Take to Win a Championship 55:50-Best Piece of Advice 57:57-Balancing Family & Work 01:00:37-Recruiting Battles 01:03:16-Motivation
Thu, July 06, 2023
Sahil Bloom Reveals His Multi-Million Dollar Business Model, Lessons Learned From Tim Cook & Frameworks For Life
Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get a $100 PrizePicks bonus at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/NextUp Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ This week, content creator Sahil Bloom (@SahilBloom) joins Next Up for an exclusive sit-down interview. In this episode, Sahil Bloom opens up about: - His content creation journey - College Baseball career at Stanford - The importance of identity diversification - The lessons he learned from Apple CEO, Tim Cook - Why he left private equity to become an entrepreneur - The life frameworks he lives by - Best piece of advice for college athletes with NIL - The future of AI And more... FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:46-Content Creator Journey 05:09-Becoming an Entrepreneur 06:53-College Baseball Career 09:37-Identity Diversification 11:02-Parents 12:32-Working in Private Equity 24:15-Lessons Learned From Baseball Career 25:56-Stitch Fix 29:50-Transitioning to Content Creation Full-Time 35:01-Sahil’s Business Model 37:46-Balancing Quantity vs. Quality 39:52-Evolution of Sahil’s Content 42:35-Finding Balance 45:58-The Secret to Sahil’s Success 48:11-Hitting Rock Bottom 52:11-Book Deal 54:01-Tim Cook Mentorship & Dealing with Fame 58:45-Advice to College Athletes 01:06:17-Challenges 01:09:46-Advice to Professional Athletes 01:13:35-Life Frameworks to Live By 01:16:41-AI 01:19:11-Best Piece of Advice 01:20:32-Sahil’s Future…
Thu, June 29, 2023
James Franklin Tells All: Restoring Penn State To National Prominence
Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get a $100 PrizePicks bonus at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/NextUp Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ This week, Penn State's Head Coach James Franklin joins Next Up for an exclusive sit-down interview. In this episode, Coach Franklin opens up about: • Taking the Penn State job in 2014 • Navigating the sanctions & rebuilding Penn State Football • NIL & the transfer portal at Penn State • Winning the 2016 Big Ten Championship • What it will take to win the College Football Playoff in 2023 • His expectations for Drew Allar And more... FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury (@TheCollegeSportsCo). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:15-Taking the Penn State Job 05:56-Navigating the Challenges at Penn State 12:07-The Turning Point 16:08-Coach Franklin’s Model for Success 18:24-2016 Minnesota Game 20:47-Coaching Philosophy 26:07-Why Coach Franklin Can Relate to Everyone 28:18-Evolution of Coach Franklin’s Coaching Style 31:11-Signing a Long-Term Contract 33:50-Leveraging Coaching Rumors 36:14-AD Pat Kraft 38:26-Garnering National Respect 40:25-NIL & Transfer Portal at Penn State 45:31-Balancing Football with Family 47:35-Looking Back on Decision to Come to Penn State 49:26-Handling Expectations & Drew Allar 52:04-What it Will Take to Win a Championship
Thu, June 22, 2023
Jedd Fisch On The Future Of College Football, Reviving Arizona & Big 12 Rumors
Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get a $100 PrizePicks bonus at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/NextUp Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ This week, Arizona Football's Head Coach Jedd Fisch joins Next Up for an exclusive sit-down interview. In this episode, Coach Fisch opens up about his coaching journey, provides an inside look at Arizona's Football program, and reveals his thoughts on the current state of college football & NIL. Coach Jedd Fisch also responds to the rumors of Arizona joining the Big 12, reflects on his time coaching in the NFL, and shares the best lessons he learned working alongside Bill Belichick & Sean McVay. FOLLOW NEXT UP WITH ADAM BRENEMAN HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in sports and lets them tell their stories, unfiltered. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, college football analyst for ESPN, and co-founder of Mercury ( @TheCollegeSportsCo ). CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 05:19-Catching Up 07:58-Year 1 to Now 11:50-Biggest Surprises Adjusting to Arizona 13:19-Impact of NIL 16:06-Leaving the NFL for Arizona 23:37-Changing Arizona’s Culture 25:05-Recruiting Strategy & Challenges 28:01-NIL & Transfer Portal 35:27-Future of College Football… 38:46-Story Behind “It’s Personal” 43:13-Building Program Values 51:14-Howie Roseman 53:12-Reflecting on Coaching Journey 58:12-Sean McVay 01:00:14-Bill Belichick 01:02:00-Arizona’s Offensive Scheme 01:04:39-Toughest Job Interview 01:06:46-Conference Realignment & Big 12 Rumors 01:10:07-Usage of Social Media 01:12:15-Landing the 2022 Recruiting Class 01:15:24-Why Jedd got into Coaching 01:16:59-Being a Player’s Coach 01:09:24-Daily Routine 01:21:21-Hard Work, Luck & Talent 01:23:59-Best Piece of Advice 01:24:20-Jedd’s Motivation
Fri, June 16, 2023
Tom Herman Reflects on Coaching Journey, NIL Chaos & Building FAU
Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs - http://drinkAG1.com/nextup Use code ADAMB for 20% off + Free Shipping at http://manscaped.com/ Get a $100 PrizePicks BONUS at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/NextUp Head Coach Tom Herman joins Adam Breneman for a sit-down conversation covering the highs and lows of his coaching journey, the current state of college football & NIL, what it took for Coach Tom Herman to end up at FAU, and more... FOLLOW THE NEXT UP PODCAST HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/NextUpWithAdam ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@nextupwithadam ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/nextupwithadam/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfSHvLjhWJ4XEpHC_sVrucw?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@teammercury.io Next Up is hosted by Adam Breneman and is presented by the Mercury Podcast Network. On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the biggest names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans. Adam is a former All-American and Penn State alum, media personality, and co-founder of Mercury.
Fri, June 09, 2023
Drew Allar Reveals Why He Chose Penn State Over OSU, CFP Hopes, NIL & James Franklin
Drew Allar joins Adam Breneman for an unfiltered conversation about his journey to Penn State, his Heisman hopes, how he plans to bring a national title back to Happy Valley, and more... Drew Allar has always played with a chip on his shoulder, and with Sean Clifford gone, the path is clear for the sophomore QB to take the reigns for the Nittany Lions. In his exclusive sit-down interview, Drew Allar opens up about his decision to play at Penn State, his lofty goals for next season, what it will take to bring the Heisman Trophy back to Happy Valley, and much more. Drew Allar also gets personal about his relationship with head coach James Franklin, NIL, and his recruiting journey from 3-star recruit to No. 1 QB in the nation. Tune in for another great episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman! Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ Go to http://drinkAG1.com/nextup for a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 Free AG1 Travel Packs (with your first purchase). Get a $100 PrizePicks bonus at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/Ne...
Thu, May 25, 2023
Shane Beamer Tells All: South Carolina Rebuild, Spencer Rattler Drama & Transfer Portal Strategy
After an intense 6-hour interview, Shane Beamer secured the head coaching job for South Carolina Football. However, nothing could've prepared him for what he would find out once he became the Gamecocks' head coach... South Carolina Football Head Coach Shane Beamer joins Next Up for a sit-down conversation about South Carolina's rebuild, the drama surrounding QB1 Spencer Rattler, NIL, and much more. Coach Shane Beamer explains how he became South Carolina's head coach, how he uses social media to swing 5-star recruits, what happened during his interview with Nick Saban, and what it will take to make the South Carolina Gamecocks national champions once again. TIME STAMPS 00:00 - Intro 01:01 - Catching Up 03:03 - Biggest Changes Since Year 1 04:46 - Life as a Head Coach 06:50 - Landing the South Carolina Job 21:18 - Interviewing with Nick Saban 23:30 - Preparing to be a Head Coach 26:40 - Growing Up with Coach Frank Beamer 29:07 - NIL, Transfer Portal, Recruiting Strategy 36:41 - Biggest Recruiting Battles of Shane’s Career 39:29 - Shane’s Coaching Philosophy 42:50 - Spencer Rattler 48:25 - Mindset on Social Media 52:29 - Steps to Becoming a National Contender 54:05 - Shane’s Motivation
Thu, May 18, 2023
Greg Schiano Tells All: Coaching Journey, NFL Struggles, Rutgers Rebuild, NIL & Transfer Portal
In this exclusive sit-down interview, Rutgers Head Coach Greg Schiano opens up about the highs and lows of his coaching career, his struggles as an NFL head coach, his thoughts on the college football transfer portal, and much more. Coach Greg Schiano also explains his recruiting strategy, how he built Rutgers Football from the ground up, his experiences coaching alongside Urban Meyer & Ryan Day, the lessons he learned from Joe Paterno, and even the Big Ten expansion. Tune in to learn about Coach Greg Schiano's emotional journey through the football world on today's new episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman. TIME STAMPS 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Catching Up 04:00 - The Science Behind Recruiting 07:56 - Differences Between Coaching Stints at Rutgers 10:31 - Rebuilding Rutgers to What it is Now 16:31 - Adapting to NIL & The Transfer Portal 28:38 - Strategy to Offering Recruits 32:50 - Coaching in the NFL 39:11 - Coaching at Ohio State w/ Urban Meyer & Ryan Day 41:53 - Returning to Rutgers 43:53 - Lessons Learned from Coach Paterno 45:18 - Coach Bill Belichick 46:12 - Big Ten Expansion 48:04 - Life Outside of Football 50:54 - Daily Schedule & Routine 52:58 - Kickoff Proposal 58:03 - Using Analytics to Make Game-Time Decisions 1:00:53 - How Rutgers Will Become a Championship Contender 1:03:54 - Schiano’s Motivation
Fri, May 12, 2023
Clemson RB Will Shipley On New Offense, Dabo Swinney, & Playing w/ QB Cade Klubnik
Clemson Football's star RB Will Shipley joins the Next Up with Adam Breneman podcast. Clemson fans know him for his play on the field, but now it's time to get to know Will Shipley the person. In this episode, Will Shipley opens up about his Clemson football career, recruiting journey as a 5-star recruit, relationship with Dabo Swinney, and gives Clemson fans a glimpse inside the mind of their star running-back. Will also shares his thoughts on Cade Klubnik and reveals how Cade handled the QB turmoil last season. Tune in for another great episode of the Next Up with Adam Breneman podcast and see for yourself what Will Shipley is like off the field...
Thu, May 04, 2023
Will Compton Tells All: Inside Barstool, Dave Portnoy, Battle With NFL, & Playing Career
Get 20% off + Free Shipping @Manscaped with the code ADAMB at http://manscaped.com/ #ad Will Compton's story is truly one of a kind. From playing 9 years in the NFL to co-hosting Barstool's Bussin' With The Boys podcast, Will Compton has one of the most unique stories in sports. But Will Compton didn't just start a podcast, he and co-host Taylor Lewan were the pioneers of athlete-drive media. In this episode, Will gets personal about his NFL career, why the NFL blocked him playing with the Falcons, his decision to start Bussin' With The Boys, how he landed the Barstool gig, his contract negotiations with Dave Portnoy, and more. Tune in to see the side of Will Compton that you haven't seen before...
Thu, April 27, 2023
Dillon Gabriel Tells All: Transfer Portal Experience, Life At OU, & Starting A Business In College
Dillon Gabriel has not had the typical college football experience. But he's also not your typical starting quarterback. The 5'11" left-handed QB grew up in Hawaii and holds the record for all-time passing yards for all of Hawaii HS football. After breaking the passing record, Dillon Gabriel caught the attention of almost every school in the country. Gabriel went on to spend three seasons at UCF, before deciding to entire the transfer portal and eventually commit to Oklahoma. Tune in to learn about Dillon's journey to OU, why he decided on Oklahoma, and how he was able to start a business in college.
Fri, April 21, 2023
Zack Kuntz’s Journey From Underdog To “Most Athletic Tight End EVER” | Path To The NFL Draft
Zack Kuntz didn't earn the title "most athletic tight end ever" for no good reason. His recording-breaking performance at the NFL combine has left analysts scratching their heads and wondering how they are just now finding out about the 6-7 freak of nature. While Zack Kuntz's college stats do not stand out particularly, his numbers at the NFL combine DO. At the combine Kuntz ran a 4.55 in the 40 yard-dash and became the tallest player in combine history with a 40-inch vertical. The craziest twist to this story? Zack Kuntz wasn't even supposed to be in the combine due to a season-ending injury... Tune in as we follow along for a day in the life with Zack Kuntz!
Thu, April 13, 2023
The 2 Biggest Sleepers In The 2023 NFL Draft | Podcast Interview w/ PJ Mustipher & Mitchell Tinsley
The 2023 NFL Draft is loaded with big names like Will Levis & Bryce Young. But don't be fooled - there are plenty of sleepers in this year's NFL Draft that will develop into NFL superstars. 2 players that you NEED to keep an eye on in the 2023 NFL Draft are PJ Mustipher and Mitchell Tinsley. Both players hail from Penn State and have the mindset and skillset to make big time plays on Sunday. Tune in to get to know their off the field personality, how they developed into NFL-ready talent, and learn for yourself why NFL draft analysts are buying their stock now...
Thu, April 06, 2023
AJ Vaynerchuk Tells All: Leaving VaynerMedia, Investing In Uber, Building A Sports Agency, & GaryVee
After building VaynerMedia into a media giant, AJ Vaynerchuk did something very few would ever do - leave it all on the table and build something from scratch. Since then, AJ has completely disrupted the entire sports industry with his sports agency, VaynerSports. AJ represents some of the top athletes in all of sports, but his success does not stop there. AJ also has a successful track record in investing, where he got in early with Uber and Venmo. Tune in to learn more about AJ's career, how he successfully built a sports agency, and find out what it was like growing up alongside Gary Vee.
Thu, March 30, 2023
Barstool’s Jersey Jerry Tells All: Dave Portnoy, Drug Addiction, & Rise to Fame
Before he became one of Barstool's brightest new stars, Jersey Jerry was bouncing in and out of rehab facilities, robbing his family for drug money, and fighting a losing battle against drug addiction. Then one day, Jersey Jerry made the life changing decision to get sober - for good. Since then, Jerry has not looked back and is now one of the hottest new internet stars and is a content king. Tune in as Jersey Jersey shares how he overcame addiction, got his big break, and eventually joined forces with Dave Portnoy & Big Cat at Barstool Sports.
Thu, March 23, 2023
Christian Hackenberg Gets Personal About NFL Career, Penn State Turmoil, & Life After Football
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.
Wed, March 15, 2023
Inside The World Of Kentucky Basketball w/ Jacob Toppin, Lance Ware, CJ Frederick, & Brennan Canada | Podcast Interview
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.
Fri, March 10, 2023
How Villanova Basketball Has Adjusted To Life After Coach Wright | Villanova Players Podcast
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.
Tue, March 07, 2023
How To Train Like An NFL First Round Pick
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...
Thu, February 23, 2023
College Football’s No. 1 Transfer Devin Leary On UK Recruitment, Portal Experience, & Will Levis
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.
Wed, February 22, 2023
Achieving Peak Performance With The Best Strength Coach In D1 Football | Podcast With ASU Strength Coach
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.
Thu, February 16, 2023
Jaycee Horn Tells All: Life As A Top 10 Pick, Coaching Turmoil, Pro Bowl Snub & How He Spent $12M
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!
Wed, February 15, 2023
Cade Klubnik’s 1st Podcast Interview As Clemson Football’s Starting QB
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.
Thu, February 09, 2023
The Wide Receiver Every NFL Front Office Is Talking About | Podcast With Zay Flowers
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.
Thu, January 26, 2023
We Turned Down $100k To Play For Clemson | Podcast With Clemson Basketball’s Starting 5
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
Sat, January 21, 2023
Penn State’s Most Viral Student | Podcast With Brad Kraut From The Rose Bowl
Adam and his crew travelled to Pasadena, California to catch the Rosebowl and shoot content with TikTok's latest viral sensation, Brad Kraut... aka, THE ACADEMIC WEAPON. In this week's episode, Adam sits down with Brad for an honest conversation about his rise to fame, the struggles of being a content creator, and why Brad's message resonates with millions of people.
Fri, January 06, 2023
Inside UCF’s $73M Dollar Football Facility with John Rhys Plumlee
This week, Adam heads to Orlando, Florida for a behind-the-scenes tour of UCF Football’s Facility with John Rhys Plumlee. Take a look inside UCF’s state of the art locker room and weight room, see all the stops UCF pulls out to land 5-star recruits, and watch JRP re-enact his favorite moments on the field in this week’s episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman.
Thu, December 22, 2022
Will Levis Gives Exclusive Tour Of Kentucky’s $165M Dollar Football Facility
This week, Adam heads to Lexington, Kentucky for a behind-the-scenes tour of Kentucky Football's Facility with Will Levis. See for yourself what $165M can buy, hear some of Will's favorite stories at Kentucky, and learn more about the NFL draft process from Will on this week's episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman.
Thu, December 08, 2022
The Man Behind the Future of College Football With Terry Mohajir
This week, Adam heads to Orlando, Florida to meet up with UCF Athletic Director, Terry Mohajir. Learn more about UCF's decision to join the Big 12, how NIL is impacting recruiting from an AD's perspective, and learn why UCF is the future of college football on this week's episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman.
Thu, December 01, 2022
Villanova Basketball Unveiled: Wright vs. Neptune, NIL, and More w/ Caleb Daniels & Brandon Slater
This week, Adam heads to Villanova, Pennsylvania for a deep look inside the World of Villanova Basketball. Hear the never-told-before story surrounding Coach Wright's retirement, learn about the demanding schedule of a Villanova Basketball player, get Brandon and Caleb's top 3 NBA players of all time, and learn how Villanova is handling NIL on this week's episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman.
Thu, November 17, 2022
John Rhys Plumlee Opens up About Playing QB1 for a Top 25 Football Team
This week, Adam heads to Orlando, Florida to meet up with UCF Football's starting QB, John Rhys Plumlee. Learn what's behind UCF's success this season, how JRP handles the dual-athlete life, and the challenges of being QB1 for a top ranked team on this week's episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman.
Fri, November 11, 2022
Clemson Defense gets personal about football, college life, and NIL
This week, Adam heads to Clemson, South Carolina to meet up with the Avengers from Clemson Football's Defense. Learn how NIL is affecting locker rooms and team dynamics in college football, what it's like playing for Dabo Swinney, and how the Clemson football recruiting process works on this week's episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman. GUESTS INCLUDE: KJ Henry, Tre Williams, Ruke Orhorhoro, Tyler Davis, Myles Murphy, Justin Mascoll, Xavier Thomas, and Bryan Bresee.
Thu, October 06, 2022
Jalon Daniels on his Hot start, Recruiting Process, and the Future of Kanas Football
This week, Adam heads to Lawrence, Kansas to meet up with Kansas QB Jalon Daniels and RB Devin Neal. Together, the guys talk about Jalon's hot start to the season, their recruiting journeys, and what's in store for the future of Kansas Football. Jalon also sheds some light on why he switched his jersey number and how head coach Lance Leipold has completely changed the culture at Kansas. Tune in for a great episode!
Fri, September 23, 2022
Lance Leipold on Kansas Rebuild & the Future of Kansas Football
This week, Adams heads to Lawrence, Kansas for a sit-down interview with Kansas Football Head Coach, Lance Leipold. Kansas Football is red hot this season and much of it can be attributed to the culture change Coach Leipold has instituted at KU. Coach Leipold also dispels any rumors about his coaching future at Kansas, along with the development of star QB, Jalon Daniels. Learn how Kansas Football has completely revamped their program and more on this week’s episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman.
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