The Schrager Hour

Peter starts the podcast with insights and observations on the new-look New York Giants and why John Harbaugh is the perfect man for a team that desperately needed him. After an analysis on Von Miller's signing in Dallas, a Fernando Mendoza love fest, and some story time with Ray Lewis, Peter welcomes in new Titans HC Robert Saleh. Saleh discusses his first few months in Tennessee, what they're looking to build in Nashville, how he and Brian Daboll have come together as one, and their hope for Cam Ward in year 2. Saleh discusses his personal life, moving city to city, with eight kids under the age of 16. They wrap with lessons from the Jets experience, gratitude for the 49ers return, and expectations for the young Titans and why this could be a success story in 2026. Lastly, Peter dips into golf talk. More golf!
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Peter starts the show with a reaction to CeeDee Lamb's analysis of the Cowboys in "debate show" format. He, then, hits OBJ's return, Carson Beck's debut performance and the reaction to it, and both Drew Brees and Adam Vinatieri's Hall of Fame speeches. Then, Peter is joined by Houston Texans Offensive Coordinator Nick Caley to talk about all things Houston Texans, including the team’s mindset after coming up short in 2025. They discuss C.J. Stroud’s mentality heading into 2026 and how he continues to improve. Caley also opens up about learning from head coach DeMeco Ryans, competing against the Texans’ defense every day, his football roots at John Carroll University, and his journey to the NFL. Plus, Caley reflects on working under Bill Belichick and coaching alongside Sean McVay. Lastly, Peter’s love for golf continues to grow and shares some stories from his latest round on the links.
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Peter starts this week's episode with a breakdown of some of the most compelling sound coming out of NFL training camps. One by one, Peter hits on Baker Mayfield's contract, Jaxson Dart's public persona versus how he is viewed among his Giants teammates and coaches, Jerry Jones unfiltered, and Deshaun Watson's future and the QB competition in Cleveland. Washington Commanders OC David Blough joins the show to discuss his career journey from undrafted Purdue QB to NFL Offensive Coordinator, Jayden Daniels' magic, and the things he envisions for the Commanders offense in 2026. Blough goes down memory lane and discusses his childhood in Texas, his love for Drew Brees, and his close relationship with his brother-in-law, New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez.
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Football is back. Finally. Peter welcomes the start of the 2026 season with the realization that this year is as wide open as any he can remember. New coaches. Players with chips on their shoulders. Several ascending teams. A quick whip around the league shows just how up in the air this year's season will be. Then, 34-year-old Christian Parker, the youngest DC in Dallas Cowboys history, joins to discuss his career path, his mentors, his former players, and current players in the 2026 Dallas Cowboys defense.

Timecodes:

00:00 Welcome To The Schrager Hour!

00:50 2026 NFL Season is Wide Open

09:25 Christian Parker Joins The Schrager Hour

10:35 Christian Parker's Journey to Coaching in the NFL

19:25 Lessons from Coaches and Developing a Leadership Style

20:40 Coaching with Sean Payton and the Broncos

23:10 Interacting with Aaron Rodgers During His MVP Seasons

24:25 Working with Vic Fangio and the Eagles

26:30 Coaching C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Darius Slay

29:15 Preparing for Super Bowl LIX

31:21 Cooper DeJean's Development

33:03 Becoming the Youngest Defensive Coordinator in Cowboys History

35:25 Coaching Caleb Downs

36:35 Relationships with Rashan Gary and Kenny Clark

37:15 Coaching Quinnen Williams

38:10 Christian Parker Joins The Schrager Hour
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Peter starts the show with a recap of the ESPY's, his time at Fanatics Fest, and a poignant moment shared with Ed Sheeran in great appreciation for Lionel Messi. He, then, welcomes in Jaguars HC Liam Coen to discuss the 2026 Jaguars, Trevor Lawrence's upcoming campaign, the team's rising stars, saying farewell to beloved veterans, and who he turns to for life and leadership advice. Coen's an open book and the conversation resonates as training camps open next week.
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