Inside the Headset Presented by CoachComm
Deke Adams, Defensive Ends – West Virginia
June 25, 2026
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Deke Adams, Defensive Ends Coach at West Virginia University.
With coaching experience spanning multiple levels of football, Coach Adams shares insights from a career built on perseverance, strong relationships, and a commitment to growth. Throughout the conversation, he reflects on the lessons learned early in his career, the impact of coaching under respected mentors, and the importance of embracing opportunities wherever they arise.
Coach Adams also discusses the role family has played throughout his coaching journey, the challenges and rewards of advancing through the profession, and the experiences that helped prepare him for leadership roles along the way. From coaching at smaller programs to coordinating at the FCS level and now developing defensive linemen in the Big 12 Conference, his story provides valuable perspective for coaches at every stage of their careers.
Follow Coach Adams and West Virginia Football:
X: @CoachDekeAdams
X: @WVUfootball
Listen to the full episode below and subscribe to Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform for more conversations with coaches from across the football profession.
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Deke Adams, Defensive Ends – West Virginia
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Deke Adams, Defensive Ends Coach at West Virginia University.
With coaching experience spanning multiple levels of football, Coach Adams shares insights from a career built on perseverance, strong relationships, and a commitment to growth. Throughout the conversation, he reflects on the lessons learned early in his career, the impact of coaching under respected mentors, and the importance of embracing opportunities wherever they arise.
Coach Adams also discusses the role family has played throughout his coaching journey, the challenges and rewards of advancing through the profession, and the experiences that helped prepare him for leadership roles along the way. From coaching at smaller programs to coordinating at the FCS level and now developing defensive linemen in the Big 12 Conference, his story provides valuable perspective for coaches at every stage of their careers.
Follow Coach Adams and West Virginia Football:
X: @CoachDekeAdams
X: @WVUfootball
Listen to the full episode below and subscribe to Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform for more conversations with coaches from across the football profession.
AFCA Membership opens July 1. Join thousands of football coaches across the country and gain access to professional development resources, networking opportunities, and the industry’s premier coaching convention. Learn more at AFCA.com.
For more information about the AFCA, visit www.AFCA.com. For more interesting articles, check out The Insider and subscribe to our weekly email.
If you are interested in more in-depth articles and videos, please become an AFCA member. You can find out more information about membership and specific member benefits on the AFCA Membership Overview page. If you are ready to join, please fill out the AFCA Membership Application.
