NFL insider Adam Schefter is one of the biggest hitters in the media industry. He is often the first to report a story, and conveys the news on his Twitter page.Just like many others, Schefter has had the odd slip up here and there, particularly with his reporting of the Deshaun Watson saga and the Dalvin Cook situation.Schefter was recently profiled by the Washington Post. The article touched upon some of the errors made by the NFL insider while reporting sensitive news. It also dealt with the topic of Schefter potentially releasing information in order to get something back in return. Several of Schefter’s colleagues have criticized him anonymously for his slip-ups. Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio also addressed the matter in his latest piece. Fans on Twitter were quick to weigh in on the situation. Many were critical of Schefter."Schefter is such a f***ing worm."Blake Dobyns@BlakeDobynsSchefter is such a f***ing worm twitter.com/profootballtal…ProFootballTalk@ProFootballTalkIn a @washingtonpost profile by @benjstrauss, @AdamSchefter addresses criticism for favorable tweets regarding Deshaun Watson and Dalvin Cook. Schefter denies carrying water in exchange for getting future information. profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2022/07/12/sch…4710In a @washingtonpost profile by @benjstrauss, @AdamSchefter addresses criticism for favorable tweets regarding Deshaun Watson and Dalvin Cook. Schefter denies carrying water in exchange for getting future information. profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2022/07/12/sch…Schefter is such a f***ing worm twitter.com/profootballtal… https://t.co/hmXtnjgt38Christopher Moffatt@cgmoff@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Excellent opinion.@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Excellent opinion.Buckeye Jerry@JerryBuckeye@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter One is naive if they think relationships do not impact reporting.@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter One is naive if they think relationships do not impact reporting.LinkMan⛓@JimBeamsBurner@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Sports media would be a better place without @AdamSchefter #makeithappen1@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Sports media would be a better place without @AdamSchefter #makeithappenFRANCHISE FIFTEEN@FranFifteen@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter I love football but these guys "breaking news" guys are annoying.1@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter I love football but these guys "breaking news" guys are annoying.Brent Johnson@OUCats88@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Shefty’s a D-Bag parrot 🦜 who says whatever teams want him to say. Not a journalist; not an investigative reporter. Published JPPs illegally obtained medical records (a crime) and got bailed out by ESPN .@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Shefty’s a D-Bag parrot 🦜 who says whatever teams want him to say. Not a journalist; not an investigative reporter. Published JPPs illegally obtained medical records (a crime) and got bailed out by ESPN 💵.Gluten-free Aiden@SourdoughChris@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter It’s hilarious there’s ppl that respect Schefter as any sort of real journalist. He’s a shill and nothing more@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter It’s hilarious there’s ppl that respect Schefter as any sort of real journalist. He’s a shill and nothing moreJonathan@RVDBRONCOS@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Hes obviously not going to admit to it but its also pretty obvious that he does. Still waiting on those league & team sources that told him Rodgers was getting traded draft night 2021.1@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Hes obviously not going to admit to it but its also pretty obvious that he does. Still waiting on those league & team sources that told him Rodgers was getting traded draft night 2021.A few users were quick to defend Schefter and call out Florio instead.PDT@dt_polka@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Carrying water ? Look in the mirror Florio. Dude drinks from the 3 rivers . Ultimate Steelers homer@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter Carrying water ? Look in the mirror Florio. Dude drinks from the 3 rivers . Ultimate Steelers homer👑👑👑👑MsMediaBeth👑👑👑👑 tweetiebug🐞@MsMediaBeth@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter I think he's just tryna update ppl curious on NFL news Adam's nice@ProFootballTalk @washingtonpost @benjstrauss @AdamSchefter I think he's just tryna update ppl curious on NFL news Adam's niceAdam Schefter's role in the NFL landscapeThe 55-year-old plays a crucial role in the NFL mediaMany people may not agree but the league needs media personalities like Adam Schefter. Often the first to break a story or give insight into a certain situation like a star player's contract, the role Schefter plays is vital.Like Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, Schefter plays a critical role in keeping everyone up to date with the latest events in the league. These types of media personalities also drive people to watch and listen to the shows that cover the NFL.While many people do not like what Schefter's job entails and how he goes about it, he is undoubtedly one of the most successful in his field and is here to stay.