The Adam Gold Show

Chick Hernandez, WUSA, gives an insight view of what the Washington Commanders have been doing to shape their team differently with a new coaching staff and QB. 

What happened this year that was the first time Chick has heard THIS from a coach on “tell the truth Monday”? Is the only real question on the team the offensive line? What can Chick promise people WON’T be saying after watching the Commanders play this season? How does Chick see their defense this year, with the adjustments they’ve made?  

Danny Kanell, Dusty and Danny in the morning/ CBS Sports, on what FSU would need to do to turn things around; if that’s even possible. 

What might be the biggest challenge for Mike Norvell and the Florida State football team? Which program has been the most aggressive in the transfer portal? What does Danny think will happen in the Clemson vs Appalachian State game coming up this weekend? 

Michael Clark, Pack Pride/247 sports, gives us insight into what we might see come out of the NC State vs Tennessee game in Charlotte this weekend. 

Which player does Michael consider an exception compared to others? Who might Tennessee try to take out of the game, which would have to ignite other players who could potentially present an issue? What will NC State NEED to do in this game to come out with a win? What strategies will Tennessee likely use and how should NC State respond?

Shawn Clark, Appalachian State head football coach, on the Mountaineers upcoming game against the Clemson Tigers. 

What did coach see from the Tigers that they’re trying to prepare for on the mountain? Do the Mountaineers have a specific objective or tactic going into this game? What areas does the coach want to see the team improve on? What does he tells his guys before going into a game to help them relax and not try to have a perfect game? What did Shawn like most about Apps performance against their last opponent? Do they have any rituals or music they listen to ahead of the games?

Dave Harding, Duke Football radio analyst, on Duke’s upcoming game against Northwestern and feedback from their last game against Elon. 

What was Dave impressed with when it comes to Duke’s defense on the field? What are some of Dave’s concerns in this game against Northwestern? What does Northwestern NOT do, that Duke may be able to capitalize on? How does the offensive line improve from Week 1 to Week 2?   

Will Brinson, CBS Sports, looks into the game tonight with the Chiefs vs the Ravens; as well as the upcoming games this weekend. 

Can the Kansas City Chiefs be better this year than last year and potentially reach the 3-peat? What options, old and new, for the Chiefs that could prove to be huge for them this year? What might be the key for the Ravens to make it into/further into the playoffs this year? Which team had made it into the playoffs last year but Will thinks may not make it into the playoffs this year? 

Chip Patterson, CBS Sports, on FSU flopping their first two games, the ceiling for Clemson, and more. 

It’s very clear that something is not translating well from high school into college, so does Chip think there’s a way to be more efficient here? Which school does Chip believe, in the ACC, is NOT making it to the Championship; that others think will? What’s FSU’s season going to look like, after flopping the first two games against GA Tech and BC? NC State vs Tennessee: what does Chip anticipate seeing in this game? How does Chip see UNC taking advantage of Omarion Hampton now that they’re down one of their QBs, Max Johnson?   

Dan Morgan, Carolina Panthers GM, on the upcoming Carolina Panthers season and what he and Dave Canales have been doing to turn things around.

It’s been a difficult transition for Ickey Ekwonu, so how have the Panthers been tracking his development? Which strategies are they using to get him in the right position on the field? How did Dan watch Bryce Young last year and what kinds of adjustments will be made with this new roster? What does Dan like most about the receiving group Bryce has to work with this year? What does Dan consider bring a big upside to these players that are new to the Carolina Panthers roster? What does Dan think the best quality coach Canales brings to the table? What’s Dan’s message to Panther fans who are frustrated with the franchise?

Seth Jarvis, Carolina Hurricanes #24, signed an 8 year/$63.2 million deal with the Carolina Hurricanes and joins the Adam Gold show to talk about that and this upcoming season. 

How long did it take Seth to get over the way Game 6 ended in last season? What are some things Seth does to destress? How was Finland with the rest of the team for Aho’s wedding, which included something Seth’s never done before? What did Seth learn from THIS Carolina Hurricane, that Seth tries to shape himself around? What made Seth decide to stay here in Carolina? What does Seth want to get better at? Who does Seth believe is the toughest player to play against? How did THE shirt come about?  

Cory Smith, Pack Pride, on the pros and cons from last night’s NC State football game against Western Carolina at Carter Finley Stadium. 

Was the biggest disappointment from last night’s game that the offensive line didn’t look like everyone was predicting it would? What’s the most concerning thing Cory saw in the game? How big was KC Konception for the Wolfpack and what’s his potential looking like for the team, and the rest of the season?