Adam Myles Hawkins

Adam’s + 1

Each week, Adam breaks down the NFL through smart analysis, quarterback debates, roster construction conversations, and the macro storylines shaping the league. From salary cap strategy to offseason power shifts to the quarterback hierarchy — this is a show built for fans who want to understand why things happen, not just react to them. And when the moment calls for it, Adam brings in a “+1” — fans, bettors, and sharp football minds — for deeper, conversational episodes that mix analysis, opinion, and real perspective from people who live and breathe the game. Football is the foundation. Sharp...

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Adam Myles Hawkins

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Latest episode

Jun 27, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 124 | Eck’s Best Bets | Week 17 28.12.2025

Adam and Drew kick things off with some casual banter before breaking down Drew’s betting performance and updated records. The guys dive into a Pick One debate featuring Chargers–Cowboys, unpacking Herbert, Dallas’ outlook, and what the advanced stats really say. “Drew to the Rescue” returns as Adam looks for Pick ’Em help, then Andrew closes with a full rundown of his Week 17 card—highlighted by...

Episode 123 | Eck’s Best Bets | Week 16 18.12.2025

Adam and Drew are back with another football weekend betting breakdown. NFL Week 16 is here and they have you covered. Starting with a casual opener before diving into Eck’s season-long heater. Drew’s overall record sits at an impressive 40–24, with continued success across both NFL and college picks. The guys debate whether the Broncos’ offense is legit or a mirage, what’s next for the Packers, a...

Episode 122 | Chicago Bears Beat Down The Cleveland Browns 18.12.2025

Another Chicago Bears victory reaction podcast. Joined by my weekly co-host, Luke Hendrickson. We discuss the Bears beat down of the Cleveland Browns and look ahead to the looming rematch with the Green Bay Packers.

Episode 121 | Eck’s Best Bets — Week 15 12.12.2025

This week’s episode dives deep as Adam and Drew break down the betting board, assess recent performance, and deliver the sharpest plays for Week 15. We kick things off with a laid-back opener as Adam and Drew catch up and ease into the slate. From there, Adam recaps Drew’s red-hot run: sitting at 38–21 overall (64%) after a 4–1 week, plus up 5 units over the last month . College picks remain stron...

Episode 120 | Bears at Packers Rivalry Renewed 10.12.2025

The Bears fall 21-28 to the Packers, and Luke Hendrickson is here to break it all down. We dive deep into what went wrong and what's next for Chicago. Don't miss this heated analysis on the Bears' latest heartbreak!

Episode 119 | Eck's Best Bets | Week 14: Has Seattle Been Found Out? Plus Drew’s Top 5 Bets 05.12.2025

Week 14 is HERE and Adam & Drew are back in the lab cooking up winners, chaos, and questionable life advice. We kick things off with a casual warm-up before Adam updates Drew’s season record: 34–20 overall and 24–16-1 in college , even after a rare 2–3 stumble last week. (Still elite. Still printing.) Then Andrew goes full professor mode breaking down Vikings @ Seahawks —Has Seattle officially...

Episode 118 | Eck's Best Bets - Happy Thanksgiving! 27.11.2025

Adam and Drew break down Week 13 with classic chaos, questionable confidence, and the triumphant Return of the Jedi himself… Joe Burrow. Adam recaps Drew’s season record (32-17, 65%), they dive into this week’s biggest lines, and Drew hits his “Drew to the Rescue” moment to bail Adam out on Pick ‘Em—again. Then it’s a rapid-fire blitz through Eck’s Top 5 Best Bets of the week: KC -3.5, Colts -4.5,...

Episode 117 | Eck’s Best Bets - Drew to The Rescue 22.11.2025

Adam and Drew are back for Week 12, and things get spicy right out of the gate: are the Chiefs actually in danger of missing the playoffs? Adam recaps Drew’s run so far — 29–15 overall (66%) and +3.45 units last week — before the guys dive into their “Pick One” matchups. Drew breaks down Seahawks–Rams with full DVOA and EPA insight, and Adam makes his case for Chargers–Jags. Then it’s “Drew to the...

Episode 116 | Bears at Vikings Reaction 19.11.2025

The Bears finally grabbed their first division win of the season — and they did it on the road in Minnesota. Adam and Luke break down Ben Johnson’s first NFC North victory as Chicago’s head coach, a gritty 19–17 battle that came down to a game-winning field goal in the final seconds. We cover the highs, the scares, the adjustments, and what this win means moving forward for Caleb, the offense, and...

Episode 115 | Built in the Dark, Proven in the Light 18.11.2025

This episode explores the identity shift that happens when you stop waiting to feel ready and start proving who you are through what you consistently do, even when the world isn’t watching. If you’re in a season where your effort feels invisible, uncelebrated, or unnoticed, this message is built for you. Themes: • Motivation is a spark — repetition is the steel • Identity is forged, not declared •...

Episode 114 | Mailbag: Military Lessons, Music & Mindset 16.11.2025

The first Adam’s + 1 mailbag is here. I’m answering real listener questions including: • What’s one big lesson I learned while serving in the military? • Who’s my favorite artist to listen to right now? • How do I balance a full-time career, hard training, and content without burning out? • What’s a belief I had in my early 20s that I completely changed my mind on? • If you could only train with o...

Episode 113 | Eck’s Best Bets | Another Winning Week 14.11.2025

Adam and Drew kick things off with a laid-back opener and a quick update on Joe Burrow’s injury status before diving into another packed betting slate. In Segment One, Adam highlights just how hot Andrew (@SurgicalSharp) is right now: coming off a 5–1 NFL week, 9–5 overall (+2.4 units), pushing him to 25–14 (64%) on the season and 14–9-1 (61%) in college. The heater is officially on. In Segment Tw...

Episode 112 | Giants at Bears Reaction 11.11.2025

Adam & Luke break down the Bears’ 24-20 win over the Giants — Caleb Williams stayed upright with 0 sacks, led his 4th straight 4th-quarter comeback. The defense forced a four and out to close the game on the Giants. Chicago’s momentum is building.

Episode 111 | Eck’s Best Bets — Trade Deadline Reactions 07.11.2025

Adam and Andrew return for another loaded episode of Adam’s +1: Eck’s Best Bets, diving into the latest storylines and sharp betting edges across the NFL and college football landscape. They kick things off with some laid-back banter before unpacking their NFL trade deadline reactions — who made the smartest moves, who stood pat, and which teams just might have shifted their postseason fate. In Se...

Episode 110 | Bears at Bengals Reaction 05.11.2025

Adam and Luke break down one of the wildest games of the season — a 47-42 thriller in Cincinnati. Adam was in the stadium as the Bears blew a 14-point lead… only to storm back late behind a game-winning drive from Caleb Williams. Rookie tight end Colston Loveland had his breakout performance, and the atmosphere was electric. From the highs, the heartbreaks, and the heroics — Adam and Luke react to...

Episode 109 | Eck’s Best Bets 30.10.2025

Adam and Drew are back for another loaded week of betting breakdowns — and this one’s got it all. They kick things off with a laid-back opener featuring Andrew’s unfiltered thoughts on Caleb Williams and what he expects from J.J. McCarthy as the Vikings QB of the future. In the first segment, Adam updates the scoreboard — Drew’s sitting at 16-11 overall (59%) and a sharp 13-5 in college (72%) afte...

Episode 108 | Bears at Ravens Week 8 Reaction 28.10.2025

Luke Hendrickson joins Adam to break down the Bears’ 16–30 loss to the Ravens. It wasn’t Caleb’s best outing — the offense sputtered in the red zone, penalties killed drives, and frustration built as the game wore on. The guys dive into the noise surrounding the young quarterback — from the film gurus’ takes to the chaos on Twitter/X. Luke explains how the initial wave of criticism shifted once th...

Episode 107 | Eck’s Best Bets 23.10.2025

In Episode 107 of Adam’s +1, Adam and Drew are back breaking down another loaded week of NFL and college football action — and they’re kicking things off with some smoke from Denver. The guys open the show reflecting on the ongoing Russell Wilson–Sean Payton drama, what it says about the Broncos’ future, and whether Denver can sustain its recent momentum. From there, Adam updates Drew’s betting re...

Episode 106 | Coach Kurt Tobin: Football, Law, and Life Lessons 22.10.2025

Adam sits down with Coach Kurt Tobin — the man who built Belvidere North’s football program from the ground up — to talk about the journey that led him from law school to the sidelines. Tobin reflects on his early love for the game, balancing life as a student-athlete, and the leap of faith it took to start coaching later in life. Together they dive into leadership, the challenges of building a cu...

Episode 105 | Eck’s Best Bets NFL Week 7 17.10.2025

Adam and Drew are back with another slate of picks, trivia, and betting breakdowns. Drew updates his record — now sitting at 10-6 in NFL plays (13-7 overall, +4.4 units, 65%) and 8-4 in college. The guys run through last week’s results, including big wins on the Giants, Raiders, and Bengals, plus a tough beat with the 49ers. In the featured game discussion, they dive into Giants vs. Eagles — is it...

Episode 104 | 5 Stages of Learning 13.10.2025

In this episode of Adam’s +1, Anthony Ramirez joins the show to break down the 5 stages of learning—a framework that applies to everything from personal growth to business and beyond. We walk through each stage: Uninformed Optimism – the excitement of starting something new. Informed Pessimism – when the reality of the challenge sets in. Valley of Despair – the toughest stretch where most people q...

Episode 103 | Elevating the Standard: 45 Days on the Stair Master 09.10.2025

What started as 30 days on the Stair Master turned into 45 straight. The lesson? We all set a standard. First, we meet it. Then—we raise it. This isn’t just about cardio. It’s about discipline, growth, and elevating the standard in every part of life.

Episode 102 | Eck’s Best Bets 09.10.2025

Adam and Drew are back breaking down all the action in another loaded betting episode. Adam kicks things off with trivia and an update on Drew’s overall record before diving into last week’s slate (Carolina’s upset, Colts vs. Raiders, and more). Then, Drew runs through his full board for Week 6 — from Giants-Eagles on Thursday night to Lions-Chiefs and everything in between — with Adam guiding the...

Episode 101 | Chasing the Pro Card — with Arielle 08.10.2025

Arielle returns to the podcast to talk about what it really means to go all-in on earning her pro card in bodybuilding — from the mental grind to the lifestyle sacrifices. She also unpacks a question she was recently asked: How do you know when to push harder versus when to ease up? It’s an honest look at balance, ambition, and the mindset behind chasing excellence — both on and off the stage.

Episode 100 | Juggling Real Estate & Motherhood with Cara Wells 04.10.2025

For the 100th episode, Adam sits down with his big sister, Cara Wells — a full-time realtor, devoted mom, and all-around powerhouse. They talk about what it takes to build a thriving real estate career while raising a family, the challenges and lessons learned along the way, and how to stay balanced when life gets busy. A milestone episode filled with family, business insights, and inspiration for...

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