May 16, 2024

Bobby Wagner on Signing with Commanders, Kevin O’Connell Talks Facing Kirk Cousins, Vikings’ QBs, and Charlotte Carey on Making 2024 NFL Schedule

48 minutes

Kay Adams hosted the latest episode of 'Up & Adams' on FanDuel TV and YouTube live! On today’s episode, Kay reacts to the amount of primetime games each NFL team was given for 2024, some of her favorite matchups for the upcoming season, and an interesting quirk in the AFC North teams’ schedules. Then, Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner discusses what he looks for when the schedule releases, his decision to sign with the Commanders in the offseason, keys to continuing to play in the NFL at an older age, and his relationship with the Seattle Seahawks organization. Next, NFL director of broadcasting Charlotte Carey shares what was the most unique part of putting together this year’s schedule, the decision to front-load the New York Jets’ primetime games, the Chicago Bears having a later start to their divisional matchups, and the impact of former Super Bowl Champion quarterback Tom Brady in the booth. Finally, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell gives his reaction to facing his former team in the Los Angeles Rams and former Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins this season, the ongoing contract talks with star wide receiver Justin Jefferson, what he’s learned about rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy so far, and his outlook for quarterback Sam Darnold.

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