Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Adam Schefter

How Adam Schefter built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Adam Schefter is a prominent American sports writer and reporter, best known for his role as an NFL insider at ESPN since 2009. He holds journalism degrees from the University of Michigan and Northwestern University. Prior to joining ESPN, Schefter gained experience writing for newspapers, including The Denver Post, and also worked at the NFL Network. His career is characterized by providing breaking news and in-depth analysis related to the National Football League, making him a widely recognized figure in sports journalism.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 1990: Joined Rocky Mountain News

In September 1990, Adam Schefter started writing for the Rocky Mountain News after an internship at the Seattle Post-Intelligencer.

July 1996: Joined The Denver Post

In July 1996, Adam Schefter began writing for The Denver Post.

2001: President of Pro Football Writers of America

In 2001, Adam Schefter served as President of the Pro Football Writers of America until 2002.

2002: End of term as President of Pro Football Writers of America

In 2002, Adam Schefter concluded his term as President of the Pro Football Writers of America, a position he had held since 2001.

2004: Joined NFL Network

In 2004, Adam Schefter joined the NFL Network, appearing on NFL Total Access and writing for NFL.com.

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2008: Sideline Reporter for NBC

In the summer of 2008, Adam Schefter worked as a sideline reporter for Al Michaels and John Madden during two NBC broadcasts: the Redskins–Colts Pro Football Hall of Fame Game and the Redskins–Jaguars preseason finale.

August 17, 2009: Began Appearing on ESPN

On August 17, 2009, Adam Schefter began appearing on-air as a football analyst with ESPN.

2009: Joined ESPN

In 2009, Adam Schefter began working as an NFL insider for ESPN.

January 2017: Accepted Advisory Board Position and Stepped Down

In January 2017, Adam Schefter accepted an unpaid position on the advisory board of the Pacific Pro Football League, but soon stepped down to avoid any perception of a conflict of interest.

February 2017: Launched 'Know Them From Adam' Podcast

In February 2017, ESPN Audio launched Adam Schefter's "Know Them From Adam" podcast, featuring long-form conversations with newsmakers connected to football. He is also an annual "NFL Combine Football Career Conference" speaker.

2017: Joined NBA on ESPN Team

In 2017, Adam Schefter joined the NBA on ESPN team as a sideline reporter for multiple games, with his first assignment being February 15 between the New York Knicks and the Oklahoma City Thunder.