The Pat McAfee Show

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the different incentives that players can reach on Sunday and how that impacts the games, before diving into the entire week 18 preview and making their picks against the spread. Joining the show is former BCS National Champion, a man whose #12 is retired at Texas, 13 year NFL veteran, Colt McCoy joins the show to chat about his time in the NFL, if he thinks Texas is back and the state of college football as a whole, his relationship with Kyler Murray and what he thinks of Jonathan Gannon as Head Coach of the Cardinals, if he’s done in the NFL or would entertain coming back, and he shares a couple of great Matthew McConaughey stories (21:54-56:33). Next, NCAA Champion, 2002 National college player of the year, 2nd overall pick of the 2002 NBA Draft, Jay Williams joins the progrum to chat about how absurd Wemby is, Jokic continuing to dominate, if the Bucks can figure things out before the playoffs, what’s going on with the Lakers and how they’re going to figure things out, and if the Suns are ever going to be healthy and playing together (1:20:35-1:38:51). Later, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter joins the show to chat more about Jim Harbaugh signing with Don Yee and what that ultimately means for Harbaugh’s future in the NFL, and when the Bill Belichick decision is going to be made (2:43:17-2:48:01). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, and the boys chat about the Pro Bowl rosters and the Pro Bowl snubs, Dan Campbell and Mike Vrabel getting a little testy with the media, some early look aheads to week 18 games that have massive playoff implications, and everything else happening in around the NFL and the sports world. Joining the show is 5x All-Star, Stanley Cup Champion, and current Captain of the Boston Bruins, Brad Marchand, to chat about tonight’s game against the Penguins on ESPN at 7, how he’s had to adapt and mature throughout his career, seeing younger guys come into the league and dealing with “soft skill” guys, what it was like when he was named Captain, how this year’s team is stacking up to last year’s team and team’s of the past, and more (11:41-28:35). Next, 7x National Champion, Head Coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, the GOAT, Nick Saban joins the show to chat about the heartbreaking loss in the Rose Bowl to Michigan, how we change team’s having a bunch of opt outs in bowl games, he walks us through that last possession in overtime, how impressed he was with Michigan, and why people always assume he’s going to return (59:23-1:28:02). Later, 12 year NFL veteran on the offensive line, AQ Shipley joins the show to chat about the snapping situation in the Alabama game, and what it’s like to get the yips as a center and how you get over it (1:33:54-1:38:53). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the drama surrounding yesterday’s show, Mike Tomlin’s mic’d up segment from Inside the NFL and his confidence in the Steelers right now, plus all the different playoff scenarios and implications as we get ready for week 18. Joining the show to chat about everything happening in the NFL, what he would do at the top of next year’s draft, who he likes this weekend with everything on the line, and much more (21:31-55:43). Next, future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, JJ Watt joins the progrum to chat about all his biggest takeaway’s from week 17 of the NFL season, if he’d rest starters going into week 18 with a playoff spot already clinched, his thoughts on the Steelers as a whole, the David Tepper situation, if he dealt with the overexposure that Travis Kelce’s managers fear he’s having right now, and much more (1:07:52-2:35:36). Later, betting insider and handicapper, Nigel Seeley joins the show from across the pond to break down the 2024 World Darts Championship and 16 year old phenom Luke “The Nuke” Littler, and what he expects from the final (3:07:33-3:10:22). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap being live on the sidelines from the Rose Bowl in Pasadena yesterday to watch Michigan defeat Alabama in overtime to earn a spot in the National Championship, as well as Washington’s massive win over Texas to cement their spot in the National Championship as well, before overreacting to everything that happened in a crazy week 17 of the NFL season and looking at all the different playoff scenarios going into the last week of the season before going around the internet and checking in on some of the overreactions from different fan bases around the league. Joining the progrum to chat about Jim Harbaugh restoring Michigan to greatness, if he’s likely headed to the NFL after this season, and some of the biggest injury news around the league as we head into week 18 is ESPN NFL Senior Insider and Michigan man, Adam Schefter (31:43-56:22). Next, 4x NFL MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and Quarterback of the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers chats about 2023 as a whole, his thoughts on resting players when teams have already clinched a playoff berth, what he thinks about the whole Russell Wilson situation, the whole reporting eligible scandal in the Lions/Cowboys game, and much more (1:04:24-2:10:13). Next, rookie WR sensation for the Los Angeles Rams, 5th round pick out of BYU, Puka Nacua joins the show to chat about his historic rookie season, his relationship with Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp, and Sean McVay, what the locker room in LA is like, his thoughts on soaking, and much more (2:12:08-2:27:06). Later, 12 year NFL veteran at QB, ESPN NFL QB guru and co-host of NFL Live, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat about smelling Molly Qerim’s shoe on the First Take this morning, Mason Rudolph and the Steelers chances in the playoffs, what’s going on with the Eagles, and which teams it might be joever for (2:30:44-3:04:16). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s Thursday Night Football game that saw Joe Flacco give yet another virtuoso performance throwing for over 300 yards again and three touchdowns, and the Browns clinching a playoff berth by beating the New York Jets at home, before going through the entire week 17 NFL slate and previewing the games and making their picks agains the spread. Joining the progrum fresh off a massive win is Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and current Quarterback for the Cleveland Browns Joe Flacco, to talk about this incredible run that he’s on right now, why it took so long for a team to sign him this year, if he’s enjoying these wins right now more than some in the past, how special it is for his kids to be able to watch him play, if he’s given any thought to next year, and much more (29:55-51:54). Later, the voice of college football, and color commentator for the NFL on Prime, Kirk Herbstreit joins the progrum live from Dallas ahead of tonight’s Cotton Bowl to chat about last night’s Thursday Night Football game, how impressive this Browns team and Joe Flacco have been, his thoughts on the bowl season as a whole, his relationship with Lee Corso, and he previews the College Football Playoff games (1:13:16-1:49:26). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Join us on ESPN 2 LIVE from the Rose Bowl for the CFP Megacast at 5PM Eastern. We’ll see you next year. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about Russell Wilson getting benched in Denver which has seemingly ended his time in Denver and how weird the whole situation appears to be from the outside, Jaire Alexander electing himself as captain for the Packers before last game against the Panthers and subsequently being suspended for this weekend’s game against the Vikings, and everything else going around the NFL before they preview and pick tonight’s Thursday Night Football game. Joining the show to chat about his teams Rose Bowl prep, feeling nerves before big games, how difficult it is keeping his team focused with all the different events going on, and how Disneyland was is 7x National Champion, 10x SEC Champion, the GOAT, Head Football Coach of Alabama, Nick Saban (10:47-28:36). Next, 11 year NFL veteran, Heisman Trophy winner, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, Pro Bowler, All-Pro, and member of ESPN’s College GameDay, Desmond Howard joins the show to chat about Michigan’s preparation for the Rose Bowl, Jim Harbaugh dealing with speculation about NFL jobs each year, if he thinks all the scandal with Michigan progrum is behind them at this point, and what some of his favorite moments from College GameDay have been (1:31:27-2:01:35). Later, 7x Pro Bowler, 4x All-Pro, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, and finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024, Andre Johnson joins the show to chat about his career, if he’s excited about the Hall of Fame process, the story of how Coach Pagano recruited him out of high school, if he thinks JJ Watt is coming back to the Texans this year, and his thoughts on this Texans team and how bright their future is (2:05:19-2:17:57). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s episode of Hard Knocks In Season, and how awesome Mike McDaniel is, why he’s the perfect coach for the Miami Dolphins, his relationship with Tua and the team as a whole, and everything else happening around the NFL as we prepare for week 17. Joining the progrum to give an NHL update and to tell some hilarious stories is a man who played professional hockey for 16 years, co-host of the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast, and analyst for the NHL on TNT, Paul Bissonnette (31:51-56:55). Next, 3x DPOY, future Hall of Famer, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, owner of Burnley FC, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about TJ Watt’s continued dominance, his thoughts on the Jaire Alexander suspension that broke today, the Lions winning the division for the first time in 30 years, how good Lamar Jackson is and how difficult it is playing against him, his thoughts on Burnley, and much more (1:03:25-2:09:48). Later, Hall of Famer, 1997 NFL MVP, 1988 Heisman Trophy Winner, 10x Pro Bowler, 10x All-Pro, 1989 Offensive Rookie of the Year, one of the greatest football players of all-time, Barry Sanders joins the show to chat about the Lions finally winning the division, what it means to the city of Detroit, how many touches he could give the Lions right now, when he knew that Dan Campbell was the right guy and how that decision got made, and much more (2:12:11-2:33:37). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in week 16 of the NFL season over the holiday break including the Chiefs and if they’re truly broken, the Lions clinching their first division title in 30 years, Joe Flacco continuing to play elite football, the 49ers running into a buzzsaw at home against the Ravens, the Dolphins and Cowboys tilt on Christmas Eve, and all the other big takeaway’s from a weekend loaded with football before going through some of the overreactions from around the internet. Joining the show to break down all of the NBA action that we might not have seen on Christmas Day is 16 year NBA veteran, NBA Champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Kendrick Perkins (48:44-57:13). Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and Quarterback of the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about getting activated off the IR, and the stir it caused when Nick Bawden was removed from the active roster to make room for Rodgers, his rehab process and what his day to day is like now with no playoffs not he horizon this year, and some of his biggest takeaway’s from the NFL this week including Brock Purdy, the Ravens being incredible, Patrick Mahomes frustrations being overblown by the media, and his thoughts on the Lions winning the NFC North (1:00:52-1:33:39). Later, ESPN NFL Senior Insider Adam Schefter joins the progrum to give some updates on injuries around the league and who we expect to play this week, as well as updates on which coaches are on the hot seat right now, and if he thinks there will still be 7-10 openings at the end of the season (2:03:42-2:45:17). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s Thursday Night Football game between the Rams and the Saints, and how the Rams are turning into a team that nobody wants to play come playoff time, before previewing the entire NFL week 16 slate and making their picks against the spread. Joining the progrum to chat about last night’s game, some of the marquee games this weekend, and if teams like the Chiefs and Eagles can turn things around before the playoffs is former NFL GM, 3x Super Bowl Champion, NY Times best-selling author, and host of the Lombardi Line/GM Shuffle podcast, Michael Lombardi (21:27-53:28). Next, ESPN MLB Insider, Jeff Passan joins the show to chat about Yoshinobo Yamamoto signing with the Dodgers on a 12 year, $325 million deal, and Ty’s foray (and catastrophic failure) into the breaking news world (1:14:03-1:37:53). Later, 11 year NFL veteran on the defensive line, 2018 Walter Payton Man of the Year, 2x Super Bowl Champion, and host of the Green Light Pod, Chris Long joins the show to chat about the Eagles, why he likes the Rams so much, his thoughts on Bill Belichick potentially not coaching in New England next year, the Ravens/49ers tilt on Christmas Day, and much much more (1:51:38-2:31:45). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Have a very Merry Christmas, and Happy Holiday’s. We’ll see you on Tuesday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Saints and the Rams that has major playoff implications in the NFC, before eventually making their picks against the spread. Joining the progrum to chat about national signing day and preparation for their massive tilt against Michigan in the Rose Bowl is 7x National Champion, the GOAT, Head Coach of Alabama, Nick Saban (11:54-29:56). Next, the Authority on College Football, Pete Thamel, joins the show to chat about the news that Florida State is looking into the potential of getting out of the ACC, and what it all means (36:04-44:32). Later, Buffalo Bills Running Back James Cook stops by to chat about Joe Brady’s offense, the vibes in Buffalo, and their big win over the Cowboys (1:42:23-1:46:33). Later, Super Bowl Champion, 2x NFL Coach of the Year, member of the Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor, and now CBS NFL analyst, Bill Cowher joins the show to chat about the importance of culture in the NFL and why it’s so evident with teams like the 49ers and Ravens, and why it might be lacking in Pittsburgh, when a Head Coach knows if it’s time to fire a coordinator, the importance of running the football in today’s NFL, his coaching philosophy and how the vibe of the building was when he was Head Coach, who he likes in tonight’s Thursday Night Football game, and much more (1:57:58-2:26:54). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the drama coming out of Pittsburgh after the media asked George Pickens about his effort blocking on a particular play against the Colts and that he didn’t want to get injured, and why this goes into a bigger conversation about culture, especially when you look at the culture established by teams like the Lions, 49ers, and others. They also chat about everything else happening around the NFL as we look ahead to week 16. Joining the progrum to chat about Ja Morant’s return, Draymond Green’s indefinite suspension, if LeBron and the Lakers can win a title this year, and which young players are performing well right now is ESPN NBA Analyst, former 2nd overall pick of the 2002 NBA Draft, and Duke Blue Devil legend, Jay Williams (35:05-56:46). Later, future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, Texans Ring of Honor Member, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about the black vs white NFL game that has been circulating around the internet, why TJ Watt is the best defensive player in the NFL and why JJ is sick of debate otherwise, what he’s doing for Christmas, and all his biggest takeaways from week 15 of the NFL season (1:01:54-2:15:56). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s Monday Night Football game between the Eagles and Seahawks that saw Drew Lock lead a game winning drive and give a very emotional post game speech to Lisa Salters, before asking if the Eagles are in big trouble, the Seahawks inching closer to the playoffs, and everything else happening around the NFL. Joining the progrum to chat about his comments about where college football needs to go and to elaborate on them is the Head Football Coach of UCLA, Chip Kelly (24:22-46:20). Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, Quarterback for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the progrum to chat about his rehab and recovery, how the Jets being eliminated from the playoffs changes things, what type of input he’ll have going into the offseason in terms of roster construction, wanting to get back out there with all the talk from the media about cleaning house in terms of the coaches, what his favorite Christmas movies are, and much more (1:02:18-1:58:44). Lastly, Head Coach of the Indianapolis Colts and Coach of the Year candidate, Shane Steichen joins the show to chat about how the season has been thus far, why he loves this team so much, the importance of Gardner Minshew, his relationship with Jim Irsay, who invented the Brotherly Shove, and much more (1:58:50-2:13:16). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in week 15 of the NFL season including the Steelers seemingly being dead in the water, the AFC South becoming one of the best divisions in football, the 49ers and Ravens looking like the clear cut two best teams in the NFL, the Bills being all the way back after beating the hell out of the Cowboys in Buffalo, the Packers defense imploding once again, potentially the end of the Tommy Cutlets era in New York, and all the other important stories around the league before going through all the overreactions from around the internet. Joining the progrum to give some injury updates on CJ Stroud, Trevor Lawrence, as well as who is in and out for tonight’s Monday Night Football game between the Eagles and Seahawks, and which coaches seats may be getting hotter is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter (27:42-52:16). Later, 2x All-Pro, 2x Pro Bowler, one of the front runners for 2023 NFL DPOY, Linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers, Fred Warner joins the show to chat about why this 9ers team is so special, his relationship with Brock Purdy and what he’s like in the locker room, the intensity the defense plays with, the differences between DeMeco Ryans as a DC and Steve Wilks, if the Philly game from the playoffs last year changed something about this 9ers team, and much more (2:52:29-3:10:58). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Raiders putting a historic beating on the Chargers last night, which has resulted in both Brandon Staley and GM Tom Telesco being fired today, what this means league wide going forward, what we need to be aware of going on around the league before Pat and AJ preview every week 15 game and make their picks against the spread. Joining the progrum briefly to chat about the Chargers cleaning house and how it was a long time coming is ESPN NFL Insider, Adam Schefter (16:25-21:36). Next, 2x Pro Bowler, All-Pro, one of the best defensive players in the NFL, Maxx Crosby joins the show fresh off a historic piss pounding of the Chargers to chat about the Raiders turning things around and still having everything in front of them, how fun that game was to play in, his thoughts on Aidan O’Connell, why they want to play so hard for Antonio Pierce, still being in the playoff hunt, his relationship with Mark Davis, and more (21:49-37:18). Next, 7x National Champion, the GOAT, Head Coach of Alabama, Nick Saban joins the show to chat about his team’s Rose Bowl prep against Michigan, how recruiting is going, what the next 17 days look like as they prepare for the College Football Playoff, getting younger guys some experience in practice during bowl prep, and more (1:00:45-1:15:26). Next, Head Coach of the Atlanta Falcons, Arthur Smith joins the show to chat about calling plays in the NFL and when a coach knows he’s in the zone, Chris Lindstrom being dominant, the Falcons still having everything in front of them in terms of winning the NFC South, and more (1:39:26-1:51:04). Lastly, viral sensation, one of the newest inductees of the Italian American Sports Hall of Fame, owner of Stellato Enhanced Sports, Tommy DeVito’s agent, Sean Stellato joins the show to chat about his crazy last week, if being an agent was always in his cards, if he’s been the same guy all his life, if he’s taken on any new clients, a pitch for a couple of slogans, and more (1:53:50-2:03:38). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you on Overreaction Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Chargers and Raiders which will see Easton Stick stepping in to start for the Chargers following Justin Herbert’s season ending finger injury. They also discuss Ben Roethlisberger’s comments on the Footbahlin’ podcast about the Steelers losing their tradition, the NFL rule changes that will potentially come into play next season, and everything else we need to know happening around the league as week 15 kicks off tonight. Joining the progrum to chat about Tommy DeVito’s success, the problems in Pittsburgh, the report about Belichick being done in New England, whether or not the Cowboys can sustain what they’ve been doing and much more is former NFL GM, 3x Super Bowl Champion, NY Times best-selling author, and host of the Lombardi Line and GM Shuffle Podcast, Michael Lombardi (21:24-54:35). Next, the Attorney General of West Virginia, Patrick Morrisey joins the show to chat about the Ohio-led coalition that he has joined that is filing a lawsuit against the NCAA in hopes of granting waivers to transfer student athletes including WVU men’s basketball player, RaeQuan Battle (1:15:48-1:32:26). Later, 16 year NBA veteran, NBA Champion, and current ESPN NBA analyst, Kendrick Perkins joins the show to chat about Zion’s weight, the Draymond Green situation and why everyone is making such a big deal about it, the Giannis game ball situation than transpired the other night, his thoughts on the in-season tournament, the beef between Ime Udoka and LeBron James, and ultimately who he thinks is going to win the NBA Championship (1:56:49-2:26:30). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the rumors that Bill Belichick is allegedly already out in New England according to sources familiar with the situation via Tom E. Curran, and that the decision had been made after the Colts/Patriots game in Germany, Tommy DeVito and Zach Wilson being named the AFC and NFC players of the week respectively, they highlight some of the filthiest plays from the NFL this weekend, and discuss everything else happening in the NFL as we prepare for week 15. Joining the progrum to chat about everything happening in the NFL including Joe Flacco’s resurgence, officiating in the NFL, the transfer portal in college and college football as a whole, his thoughts on the “hip drop” tackle getting outlawed potentially and how difficult it is continuing to become to play defense in the NFL, TJ’s status and the concussion protocol, how Burnley is doing and what they need to do to avoid relegation, and much much more (1:08:09-2:35:43). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s crazy Monday Night Football doubleheader that saw Tommy Cutlets once again orchestrate an incredible performance that saw the Giants defeat the Packers at home, and the Titans put together one of the best comeback’s in NFL history as they defeated the Dolphins in Miami down 14 with less than three minutes left. Today’s show also features three incredible guests including 6x NHL All-Star and ESPN NHL analyst PK Subban to chat about tonight’s massive tilt in Edmonton between the Oilers and Blackhawks and an update on the NHL right now (39:29-55:42), 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and QB of the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers to chat about the Jets massive win this week, and everything that’s going on in the NFL as each week seems to get crazier than the one before (1:03:30-2:07:24), and Nebraska Head Football Coach Matt Rhule to chat about the Nebraska football rebuild, what he likes about college football as opposed to the NFL, the state of NIL in college football and how much things have changed since he last coached in college, how long he thinks it’ll take to get Nebraska to where they used to be, and much more (2:13:47-2:57:44). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in a crazy week 14 of the NFL season including the offensive offsides call on Kadarius Toney that negated one of the greatest plays in the history of football and ultimately saw the Chiefs losing to the Bills, Joe Flacco being all the way, the Cowboys looking like the team Jerry Jones has wanted for the last 20+ years, if the Lions are frauds, and everything else happening around the league before diving in to all of the different overreactions around the internet. Joining the progrum to give updates on the officiating situation in Kansas City and whether or not Mahomes and Andy Reid will be receiving fines, why Joe Flacco is back on the practice squad after being named the starter for the rest of the year, Justin Jefferson’s health status, which Head Coach is getting fired, and what to expect from tonight is ESPN NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter (34:41-56:40). Later, 13 year NFL veteran, Super Bowl Champion, Pro Bowler, current ESPN NFL analyst, host of Inside the NFL, and host of The Pivot Podcast, Ryan Clark joins the show to chat about how worried he is about the Chiefs and Eagles, if the Lions are frauds, his thoughts on the Cowboys, the Steelers culture with Mike Tomlin, and much more (1:26:20-1:47:16). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat is LIVE from Foxborough in Massachusetts as AJ Hawk and the boys hold it down in Indianapolis. They recap last night’s Thursday Night Football game that saw that Patriots put everything together and beat the Steelers in Pittsburgh, what it means for both teams moving forward, and why Steelers fans are so bummed aht, before previewing and picking every week 14 game. Joining the progrum to chat about last night’s game, the lunatic fringe in college football and the college football as a whole, and much more is the voice of College Football and color commentator for the NFL on Prime, Kirk Herbstreit. Next, 2x Major Champion, arguably the best professional golfer on the planet, and newest LIV Golf member, Jon Rahm joins the show to chat about his decision to move to LIV, what he’s heard about the whole situation between LIV and the PGA, if he has his own team already, what he’s learned about LIV over the past few months that made the decision easier, and much much more. Later, Head Coach of the Atlanta Falcons, Arthur Smith joins the show to chat about their massive win over the Jets in New York, the reports that he benched Bijan because he blew a vape cloud in his face, how much he loves his job, why he stresses players having other interests other than football, if his mustache is a direct correlation to their current winning streak, and more. Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Overreaction Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Patriots and Steelers, why this game could exceed expectations that are understandably pretty low, and everything else going on around the NFL as we dive into week 14 already. Joining the progrum to chat about tonight’s game, his picks for this weekend, if people should be worried about the Chiefs, who a dark horse in the AFC might be, why no one is giving Brock Purdy any respect, and much more is 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, host of the Lombardi Line and the GM Shuffle podcast, and best-selling NYTimes author, Michael Lombardi (18:34-54:01). Next, 7x National Champion, the GOAT, Head Coach of Alabama, Nick Saban joins the show to chat about the Tide getting into the College Football Playoff, the people who have reached out who are unhappy about the decision, being on the recruiting trail already, how preparation changes for a game like this, what this Alabama team has proven thus far this year, and much more (55:57-1:09:20). Later, ESPN MLB Insider, Jeff “The Jett” Passan joins the show live from Nashville and the MLB winter meetings to chat about everything happening in the MLB hot stove including Juan Soto getting traded to the Yankees, where Shohei Ohtani is going to sign and how much he’s going to go far, Yoshinobu Yamamoto the next big thing out of Japan and where he might sign, the potential of the White Sox moving to Nashville, and much more (1:55:10-2:29:13). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are back in Indianapolis at the ThunderDome as they deal with a few technical issues to start the show. They discuss Roger Goodell potentially banning the Brotherly Shove, why Brock Purdy doesn’t get any credit for the season he is having, and everything else happening around the NFL as we prepare for a real barn burner tomorrow night to start week 14. Joining the show to chat about the success of the NBA in-season tournament, what improvements he would consider making next year, if this is going to be an every year tournament, the global growth of the NBA game, handling the intersection of gambling and the NBA and where he see’s it going in the future, and much more is the Commissioner of the NBA, Adam Silver (21:16-48:07). Later, future Hall of Famer, member of the Houston Texans Hall of Fame, 3x DPOY, 7x All-Pro, 5x Pro Bowler, 2017 Walter Payton Man of the Year, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about his biggest takeaway’s from this past week in the NFL, his thoughts on the College Football Playoff, his thoughts on tomorrow night’s Patriots vs. Steelers game, being a Pizza Hut delivery driver in college, and much more (1:00:29-1:53:57). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, and the boys are live from the ESPN Seaport Studios to chat about last night’s Monday Night Football game that saw the Bengals get a massive win over the Jaguars, as Trevor Lawrence went down with a high ankle sprain, and if we should be worried about the Jags, and if the Bengals have enough left in the tank to make some noise. Joining the show in studio to chat about his coaching career, how it ended, and everything else happening around the NFL right now is 14 year veteran on the offensive line, Super Bowl Champion, 4x All-Pro, 6x Pro Bowler, and now NFL analyst on ESPN, Jeff Saturday (8:30-56:47). Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and Quarterback for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about his achilles recovery, his birthday party over the weekend, the report coming out that Zach Wilson doesn’t want to return to play this season, his thoughts on Jordan Love’s development, the college football playoff, and much more (56:53-2:06:39). Later, 11 year NBA veteran, 1996 Three-Point Contest champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Tim Legler joins the show to chat about his thoughts on the NBA in-season tournament, which teams will be contenders in the Western Conference, and who he thinks will eventually be NBA Champions (2:06:45-2:13:03). Later, Quarterback of the Houston Texans, CJ Stroud joins the show to chat about his development thus far this season, who will step up in Tank Dell’s absence, why they’ve been so successful, his relationship with DeMeco Ryans, and much more (2:13:08-2:32:48). Lastly, 12 year NFL veteran at Quarterback and ESPN QB guru, Dan Orlovsky stops by to chat about Quarterback play in the NFL, and everything else happening in his life (2:42:03-3:04:38). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, and the boys are live from the ESPN Seaport Studios to overreact to everything that happened in week 13 of the NFL season including the 49ers dominating victory over the Eagles in Philly, the Packers getting a massive upset over the Chiefs last night at Lambeau with Taylor Swift in attendance, and everything else that mattered in a great weekend of football before going around the internet and seeing some of the biggest overreactions. They also dive into all the different implications and issues people had with the College Football Playoffs final 4 teams, and the fallout that ensued. They are also joined by several great guests including Mike Greenberg (11:22-34:53), Stephen A Smith (11:22-34:53), Adam Schefter (34:53-56:40), Jalen Ramsey (1:03:47-1:17:36), and Kirk Herbstreit (1:37:09-2:12:37). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat is LIVE from Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia from the site of the SEC Championship, while AJ and the boys are back in Indy as they all go through the entire week 13 NFL slate and make their picks against the spread and they also preview all the conference championship games this weekend. The Progrum is also joined by several incredible guests including former NFL General Manager and 3x Super Bowl Champion, Michael Lombardi (29:56-51:11), Stanford Steve Coughlin joins Pat from the desk in Atlanta to preview all the championship games and chat a bit about the NFL (56:58-1:19:08), SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey joins Pat live from the desk to chat about the SEC as a whole, the state of NIL, and everything for the conference moving forward (1:29:20-1:48:23), and lastly, Head Coach of the Atlanta Falcons, Arthur Smith joins Pat from the desk as well to chat about the Falcons getting back on the right side of things and their massive tilt this weekend against the Jets in New York (2:18:26-2:32:36). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you for OVERREACTION MONDAY, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Seahawks and the Cowboys and how it’s two teams seemingly going in opposite directions, as well as previewing all the different conference championships this weekend in college football, and keeping an eye on everything else happening around the NFL, and the sports world as a whole. Joining the progrum to break down everything happening in the NBA including Zion Williamson’s return, the success of the NBA in-season tournament, LeBron’s continued dominance and more is NBA Insider for The Athletic and Stadium, Shams Charania (32:57-56:21). Next, 7x National Champion, the GOAT, Head Football Coach of Alabama, Nick Saban joins the show to chat about that massive, exhilarating Iron Bowl victory over Auburn, their upcoming SEC title tilt with Georgia, how he gets his team ready for a game of this magnitude, if he’s keeping an eye on the college football rankings, the development of Jalen Milroe throughout the season, and more (1:00:00-1:16:48). Later, the voice of College Football and color commentator for the NFL on Prime, Kirk Herbstreit joins the show to chat about tonight’s Thursday Night Football game and what his expectations are, what he’s looking forward to most this weekend with all the conference championship games, which scenarios might play out in order for there to be total chaos, and much more (2:09:38-2:52:17). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AQ Shipley, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the college football rankings and what it all means ahead of this weekend’s Conference Championship games, David Tepper’s news conference from yesterday and how we need to hear more from him, Bobby Petrino returning to Arkansas as Offensive Coordinator, the Jets officially opening Aaron Rodgers’ 21 day practice window, and everything else happening around the sports world. Joining the show is future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, one fo the greatest defensive players of all-time, JJ Watt, to chat about his biggest takeaways from this week in the NFL, Burnley suffering a heart breaking defeat, the Houston Texans attendance problem, how TJ Watt is so dominant, and much more (1:06:52-2:05:10). Next, the General, Bob Carpenter joins the show to give his top 10 in college football and who still has a path to the College Football Playoff (2:05:16-2:19:03). Later, new Texas A&M Head Football Coach, Mike Elko joins the show to chat about why he accepted the Texas A&M job, how difficult it was to leave Duke, his recruiting plan versus using of the transfer portal, how he’s going to assemble his coaching staff, expectations at Texas A&M, and more (2:19:03-2:32:32). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s abysmal Monday Night Football game between the Bears and Vikings, David Tepper’s press conference today detailing the firing of Frank Reich and the Panthers initially planned to trade for the #2 pick and CJ Stroud, but ended up getting Bryce Young instead, and they chat about the budding rivalry between the Eagles and the 49ers ahead of this week’s showdown. Joining the show is 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, host of the Lombardi Line and GM Shuffle podcast, Michael Lombardi joins the show to chat about the David Tepper situation and how they get that right, which other coaches he think might be getting let go, the importance of a team liking their Quarterback, the Eagles v. 49ers matchup, and everything else happening around the NFL (19:42-54:10). Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, the Quarterback of the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about his recovery and rehab process, the evolution of cadences in the NFL, if there is still a plan in place to come back this year if the Jets are in playoff contention, reflections on everything as his 40th birthday approaches, his thoughts on the college football landscape, and much more (58:38-2:03:34). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to a crazy four days of football while they were off for Thanksgiving including all the best performances from Thanksgiving Day, a wild Sunday in the NFL, a great slate of college games from rivalry weekend, and the breaking news that Frank Reich has officially been fired as Head Coach of the Carolina Panthers before checking out the biggest overreactions from around the internet. Joining the progrum to chat about the Frank Reich firing and what’s next for the Panthers is beat reporter for the Carolina Panthers and friend of the show, Sheena Quick (13:05-20:07). Next, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter joins the show to chat about Frank Reich getting let go, how he foresees anywhere between 7-10 coaches being fired, where Shaq Leonard might end up, if Joe Flacco is the guy moving forward for the Browns, and more (33:27-56:39). Later, Ohio State legend, the voice and face of college football, and color commentator for the NFL on Prime, Kirk Herbstreit joins the show to chat about the college football landscape as we are officially in conference championship week, if he thinks there’s any way the committee will leave out Florida State if they go undefeated, his thoughts on offensive line play in the NFL, which NFL teams he thinks are currently peaking at the right time, and everything else going on in college football and the NFL (1:11:47-1:53:18). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview the Thanksgiving games as well as the entire week 12 NFL schedule before giving their picks, and also discuss the College Football Playoff rankings, everything else going on in the NFL, and also what they’re thankful for this year. Joining the progrum fresh off a massive win in which he had 2 interceptions and a fumble recovery is Super Bowl Champion, and new Cornerback for the Buffalo Bills, Rasul Douglas (25:44-36:58). Next, future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, one of the greatest defensive players of all-time, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about playing on Thanksgiving and what it means, Brandon Staley in LA, and what his biggest takeaways from week 11 of the NFL were (1:01:17-1:50:50). Later, Ohio State legend, former 1st round pick, and the man who saved college football, The General, Bob Carpenter joins the show to give his top 10 for the College Football Playoff, do a few gimmicks, and discuss his Thanksgiving Day plate (2:07:05-2:34:13). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’re off the next few days, have an incredible Thanksgiving. We’ll see you on Overreaction Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s Monday Night Football Super Bowl rematch between the Eagles and Chiefs that saw the Eagles squeeze out a victory in the elements on the road, how they continue to just win ugly, if the Chiefs are fixable, and the breaking news that Matt Canada has been fired by the Steelers and Shaq Leonard has been released by the Colts, along with everything else happening around the NFL. Joining the progrum to chat about last night’s game, the Matt Canada firing, if the Chargers are fixable with Brandon Staley at the helm, and much more is 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky (17:49-53:31). Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and Quarterback of the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about his recovery process, the rumor that he plans to be back by December 2, the Jets struggles and naming a new QB, how difficult it is when an as a QB when an Offensive Coordinator is fired midseason and how it can improve things, and much more (1:03:20-1:47:46). Later, the legend, one of the biggest movie stars of all-time, one of the most accomplished strongmen in world history, former Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger joins the show to chat about his new book, his outlook on life, his work ethnic, his domination of the film industry, his upbringing and being in the military, and much much more in an incredible conversation (1:58:06-2:37:59). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in a crazy week 11 of the NFL season including the 9ers looking to be back, the Chargers losing another heartbreaker to the Packers, the Browns squeaking by the Steelers behind DTR, CJ Stroud continuing to win despite his worst statistical game in the NFL, the Bills dismantling the Jets, and everything else happening around the league before taking a peak at a few of the best overreactions from the internet. Joining the progrum to give some updates about injuries around the league, which coaches are on the hot seat, what’s going to come of the Joe Burrow situation, and what we need to know about tonight’s MNF tilt between the Eagles and Chiefs (34:20-56:27). Next, Hall of Famer, 1988 Heisman Trophy winner 1997 MVP, 10x All-Pro, 10x Pro Bowler, one of the greatest football players of all-time, Barry Sanders joins the show to chat about his upcoming documentary about his playing career and retirement on Amazon Prime, his thoughts on this years Lions and what feels so different about them, if any young Running Back’s contact him about advice transitioning into the NFL, and much more (1:13:29-1:36:14). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Harrisonburg, Virginia at the James Madison University campus on the set of College Gameday. They chat about the NCAA’s decision to leave JMU out of bowl season despite their historic run, they chat about the news that Joe Burrow is officially out for the season with a wrist injury, and chat about everything else happening around the NFL before previewing every week 11 game and making their picks against the spread. Joining the progrum to give an update on the JMU situation with the NCAA and more news continuing to come out from Michigan including firing their Linebackers Coach is The Authority, Pete Thamel (15:45-22:17). Next, Head Coach of the JMU Football team, Curt Cignetti joins the show to chat about his team’s success through transition, this year’s team, if the NCAA decision has galvanized the team as a whole, what kind of players they look to recruit, and much more (22:20-36:41). Later, co-host of Pardon My Take, internet legend, PFT Commenter joins the show to chat about JMU, everything going on around the NFL, and much more as he will be in Harrisonburg on Saturday as the guest picker (1:19:52-1:33:22). Lastly, Michael Evangelista from the JMU Sound Off joins the progrum to tell us everything we need to know about JMU, the game, and the team as a whole (1:53:11-2:03:02). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you on Overreaction Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Bengals and the Ravens, and try to unpack what’s happening in Buffalo a little more with Coach Pagano, and cover everything else happening in the sports world as we get ready for week 11 NFL action. The show is also loaded with guests today including: Former GM of the Cleveland Browns and 3x Super Bowl Champion Michael Lombardi (20:14-53:13), Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban (59:54-1:21:39), Tampa Bay Buccaneers Left Tackle Tristan Wirfs (1:25:13-1:39:16), Missouri Running Back Cody Schrader (2:07:10-2:19:28), and the voice of College Football and color commentator for the NFL on Prime, Kirk Herbstreit (2:32:04-3:01:43). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, LIVE from the set of College GameDay at James Madison University, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the breaking news that Deshaun Watson is officially out for the rest of the season after breaking a bone in his shoulder in the 2nd quarter on Sunday, what that means for the Browns moving forward, and every thing else happening around the sports world as we gear up for week 11 of the NFL season. Joining the progrum to give more clarity to the Deshaun Watson situation, what the Browns might do, and everything else we need to know injury wise in the NFL (9:15-25:38). Next, The General, Bob Carpenter, unveils his top 10 for the college football rankings and the College Football Playoff (37:02-56:01). Later, future Hall of Famer, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, 3x DPOY, countless Pro Bowls and All-Pro’s, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about his biggest takeaways from week 10 of the season, and his desire to potentially get back on the sidelines (1:00:48-2:01:41). Later, 6 year NFL veteran on the defensive line, former WWE Superstar Top Dolla, AJ Francis joins the show to chat about his upcoming canned food drive at the Michigan vs. Maryland game to benefit Sara’s House (https://www.sarashouse.org/) (2:01:47-2:08:23). Lastly, the number 1 Shooting Guard in the nation, Tre Johnson joins the show to officially announce his college commitment for next year (2:22:24-2:25:08). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s Monday Night Football game between the Broncos and Bills that saw the Broncos getting a massive game winning field ago as time expired, which begs the question, are the Bills and Josh Allen broken, will firing Ken Dorsey (which happened today) change anything, and what happens moving forward. Joining the progrum to break down the issues with the Bills offense, what’s going on with the Patriots and Mac Jones, why Josh Dobbs has had success in Minnesota, why Jordan Love has regressed, and more is 12 year NFL veteran at QB, and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky (). Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, Quarterback for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers chats about the issues surrounding the Jets currently, what they need to do to get better, how his recovery is going, what his target date is, and more (). Later, 10 year NFL veteran at LB, 2x Pro Bowler, All-Pro, 2006 Defensive Rookie of the Year, and current Head Coach of the Houston Texans, DeMeco Ryans joins the show to chat about their success thus far, how great CJ Stroud has been on the field and in the locker room, the difference between calling games from the sideline and the booth, and much more (). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in a crazy week 10 of the NFL season that saw five different games come down to last second field goals, CJ Stroud continuing to look unbelievable, the Lions getting a massive win in a back and forth game against the Chargers in LA, the Ravens blowing another 4th quarter lead, the 49ers looking back, and everything else we need to be aware of before looking ahead to tonight’s Monday Night Football game between the Bills and Broncos. Joining the progrum to give a few injury updates, chat about which coaches may be on the hot seat, what the Jets are going to do about Zach Wilson, and more is NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter (32:25-55:52). Later, the Authority on College Football, Pete Thamel joins the show to chat about all the different coaches being fired including Jimbo Fisher being let go by Texas A&M and who might be in line for all the different openings, and also giving an update on the Michigan situation and what we might learn in the coming weeks (1:24:03-1:56:15). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys are live from Athens, Georgia on the set of College GameDay to chat about this weekend’s massive college football slate, the impending decision to being made about Michigan and Jim Harbaugh, and they preview the entire week 10 slate and make their picks against the spread. The show also welcomes a slate of great guests including: Georgia Head Football Coach Kirby Smart (21:45-41:54), 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, and host of the Lombardi Line and GM Shuffle podcast, Michael Lombardi (1:06:50-1:29:32), Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith (1:33:07-1:41:10), the voice of college football, and color commentator for the NFL on Prime, Kirk Herbstreit (1:45:21-2:04:04), and Super Bowl Champion, Quarterback for the LA Rams, and Georgia Football legend, Matthew Stafford (2:04:56-2:21:08). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you on Overreaction Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about whether or not it is realistic that Bill Belichick is let go during the season as is being reported right now, the college football top 25 rankings from this week, why running games in the NFL aren’t as creative this year as they have been in year’s past, and everything else happening around the sports world and the NFL as we approach week 10. Joining the show to chat about his favorite plays and biggest takeaways from week 9 of the NFL season is future Hall of Famer, Texans Ring of Honor member, 3x DPOY, countless number of All-Pro’s and Pro Bowls, JJ Watt (14:06-54:29). Next, the owner of the Utah Jazz, Ryan Smith joins the progrum in studio to chat about how Salt Lake City is one of the fastest growing cities in America, getting free agents to come to the Jazz, his interests in other professional sports teams, why he cares so much about the Gameday experience, why he believes so strongly in Utah, how he became a self-made billionaire, his thoughts on the NBA in-season tournament, and much much more (56:54-1:59:47). Later, 8x Major Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist, one of the greatest tennis players of all-time, Andre Agassi joins the show to chat about his career, his love for pickle ball post playing career, appreciating tennis after he retired, the Pickle Ball slam event in February on ESPN where he and his wife Steffi Graf will be competing against John McEnroe and Maria Sharapova, his thoughts on the current state of tennis, and much more (1:59:53-2:21:07). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s Monday Night Football between the Chargers and the Jets, how brutal of a game it was, what the Jets need to do on offense to turn things around, if we’re more confident about the Chargers turning things around, and everything else happening around the NFL as we wrap up week 9. Joining the progrum is 4x All-Pro, 4x Pro Bowler, one of the best defensive players in the NFL, Defensive End for the Cleveland Browns, Myles Garrett, to chat about how dominant he is, if he’s playing the best football of his career right now, why Jim Schwartz’ defense is so dominating, why his workout regimen is in season, why he believes this Browns team can make a deep run, and much more (21:56-42:34). Next, Ohio State legend, former first round pick of the 2006 NFL Draft, The General Bob Carpenter joins the show to give his college football top 6 before tonight’s CFB playoff reveal show, and to give a few of his patented gimmicks as well (1:13:03-1:31:03). Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, QB for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about how his rehab is going, throwing bombs on field at MetLife last night, if his return timetable has been accelerated at all, how frustrating it is being on the sidelines when the offense isn’t performing well, and more (1:59:59-2:16:37). Later, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, 3x Super Bowl Champion, special advisor to Bill Belichick with the Patriots, host of the GM Shuffle and Lombardi Line, Michael Lombardi joins the show to discuss whether or not he thinks it’s a possibility that Bill Belichick won’t be in New England next year, if he would coach elsewhere, and if he thinks he still wants to both coach and be the GM (2:39:10-2:43:42). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in week 9 of the NFL season that was maybe the best week of the season so far with an incredible Cowboys vs. Eagles NFC East matchup, Joshua Dobbs willing the Vikings to victory on a last second touchdown drive, the Bengals looking all the way back, if we should worry about the Bills, the Ravens continuing to dominate, the Raiders getting a massive win in Antonio Pierce’s first game, and everything else before bouncing around the internet with overreactions, and previewing tonight’s Monday Night Football game and making their predictions. Joining the progrum to chat about his success since joining the team and why no one is talking about the Ravens is 2x Super Bowl Champion, member of the Patriots All-2010’s Team, Kyle Van Noy (16:29-31:09). Next, ESPN Senior Insider Adam Schefter joins the show to chat about everything we need to know from the weekend, which coaches might be on the hot seat, if we’re going to see Kyler Murray sometime soon, and much more (33:31-53:19). Later, 2x Pro Bowler, All-Pro, one of the best pash rushers and defensive players in the NFL, Maxx Crosby joins the show to chat about how things have changed this week since Antonio Pierce took over, the celebration in the locker room after the win, how the week of practice was, how he continues to get better week after week, how impressed he was with Aidan O’Connell, and what the Raiders need to do to sustain this success (1:11:26-1:28:24). Lastly, Head Coach of the Minnesota Vikings, Kevin O’Connell joins the show to chat about talking Josh Dobbs through all the players on Sunday, what the backup plan was if he got hurt, how impressed he was with what Dobbs was able to do after only being with the team for 5 days, what his upcoming week looks like, and much more (2:01:49-2:17:49). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat is LIVE from Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama ahead of the LSU vs. Alabama game tomorrow while AJ and the boys hold in down from Indianapolis. They chat about last night's Thursday Night Football game that saw the Steelers edge out a victory over the Titans, Will Levis looking like the future of the Titans, Matt Canada potentially getting his mojo back, and more before they dive into the full week 9 NFL slate to preview the games and make their predictions. The show is also loaded with guests including Washington Head Football Coach Kalen DeBoer (34:28-47:05), Rece Davis LIVE from inside Bryant-Denny Stadium with Pat (56:53-1:06:23), Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith (1:31:55-1:41:44), and Shane Gillis joins Pat LIVE from inside Bryant-Denny Stadium as well to make picks for the week 9 slate (2:03:26-2:30:40). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. Tune in tomorrow night for College Football Primetime on ESPN2 LIVE from the ThunderDome with Pat, Rece Davis, Darius Butler, and the boys as they wrap around all the college football action. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you on Overreaction Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Titans and the Steelers, look at the tale of the tape and all the pertinent stats that matter before making their predictions against the spread. Joining the progrum to chat about everything happening with the Raiders right now, why the Belichick coaching tree hasn’t worked in the NFL, the Bears being buyers at the trade deadline and why it doesn’t make sense, Packers GM Brian Gutekunst comments on how important the next 10 games are for Jordan Love and how he may not be the guy, his picks for this weekend, and more (32:33-55:56). Next, 7x National Champion, the greatest college coach of all-time, Nick Saban joins the show to chat about this weekend’s game against LSU, his relationship with Jalen Milroe, how his birthday was, his thoughts on the use of analytics in making decisions, why people in Bill Belichick’s coaching tree has been unsuccessful and why his has and the differences between coaching in the NFL and NCAA, and much more (57:38-1:21:43). Next, Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell joins the show to chat about trading for a new Quarterback, why he’s disappointed Kirk Cousins was lost for the season, battling adversity after their early season struggles, Jordan Addison coming along, being buyers at the trade deadline and what message that sends to the team, and more (1:25:42-1:46:20). Later, Ohio State legend, The General Bob Carpenter joins the show to give his top 6 in college football after the first official CFP rankings were released, give a couple gimmicks, and more (2:01:52-2:12:40). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the breaking news that the Raiders have fired both Head Coach Josh McDaniels and GM Dave Ziegler, what this means moving forward, and everything else happening around the NFL as we prepare for week 9. Joining the progrum for an incredible conversation is NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, to chat about the growth of the game, how he handled the bounce back from the lockout season, expansion in the NHL, the Stadium Series, playing in European markets, getting their top players known more by the general public, and much more (28:36-56:45). Next, future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, and friend of the show, JJ Watt joins the progrum for his weekly look at the best defensive line plays from the weekend, and to chat about his soccer club Burnley, and what they need to do to turn things around (1:05:33-2:00:27). Later, the voice and face of college football, Kirk Herbstreit joins the show to discuss the CFB committee’s first top 25 list, if he agrees with it, who is pissed, and why it ultimately doesn’t matter until December (2:07:02-2:13:11). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys celebrate Halloween in costume as they recap last night's Monday Night Football game in which the Lions made fairly easy work of the Raiders with Jahmyr Gibbs having a massive night. They also keep an eye on all the trades coming in with the trade deadline looming and discuss who should be sellers, who should be buyers, and who might be on the move. They are also joined by a loaded lineup of incredible guests including Bengals Defensive Coordinator Lou Anarumo (30:50-47:32), Jets Quarterback Aaron Rodgers (1:05:03-1:48:45), Jaguars Head Coach Doug Pederson (1:56:48-2:11:49), College Football Insider, The Authority, Pete Thamel (2:30:30-2:51:04), and NFL Insider Jordan Schultz (2:55:19-3:05:28). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in a crazy week 8 of the NFL season, which once again emphasized how much of a week-to-week league this is, and how we truly know nothing about who is going to be good every week. They also preview tonight’s Monday Night Football game between the Raiders and the Lions, make their picks, and look at some of the best overreactions around the internet. Joining the progrum to give all the most pertinent injury updates around the NFL and some of the potential trades we might see before tomorrow’s trade deadline is ESPN NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter (31:10-56:41). Next, Super Bowl Champion, All-Pro, Pro Bowler, current Punter for the New York Jets, Thomas Morstead joins the show to chat about his massive day yesterday in which he had 11 punts including 3 inside the 5 yard line, how he’s still performing this well 15 years in, his thoughts on Aaron Rodgers’ miraculous healing powers, how having an incredible defense allows him to play free, and much more (1:33:50-1:46:06). Later, Super Bowl Champion, 2x Pro Bowler, 10 year veteran on the offensive line and friend of the show, TJ Lang joins the progrum to chat about tonight’s Monday Night Football game, why this Lions team feels different, why the injuries concern him a little bit, how long it takes an offensive line to gel when several starters are hurt, who he thinks might get moved at the trade deadline and if the Lions will be buyers to compete with other teams in the NFC, what he thinks is wrong with the Packers, and finally, he gives a prediction for tonight’s game (2:05:18-2:48:53). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from the set of College GameDay at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. They recap last night’s Thursday Night Football game between the Bucs and Bills that ended up being closer than it seemed with the Bills getting a much needed victory, they preview the college football slate including a massive tilt between Oregon and Utah, and finally preview the entire week 8 NFL slate before making their picks. They are also joined by several incredible guests including Utah football legend, 3x Pro Bowler, 2020 NFL Comeback Player of the Year, and 2005 1st overall pick, Alex Smith (18:23-52:42), Utah football legend, 3x All-Pro, 5x Pro Bowler, 2005 NFL Comeback Player of the Year, Carolina Panthers Hall of Honor Member, and NFL Network Analyst, Steve Smith Sr. (57:05-2:53:57), Utah Quarterback Cam Rising (1:26:01-1:34:16), Utah Head Football Coach Kyle Whittingham (2:15:38-2:31:07), and Utah football legend, 25th pick of the 2023 NFL Draft, Tight End for the Buffalo Bills, Dalton Kincaid (2:46:26-2:49:02). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you on Overreaction Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Buccaneers and the Bills, chat about allthe injuries mounting up for the Bills, and who needs to win this game more before making their picks for tonight’s game. They also chat about the advanced scouting at large in football and what is ultimately going to come of the Michigan situation. Joining the progrum to chat about his upcoming NFL Icons documentary on MGM+, plus everything happening around the NFL currently is Hall of Famer, Super Bowl Champion, 2x NFL Coach of the Year, Bill Cowher (26:47-54:51). Next, 7x National Champion, the greatest college football coach of all-time, Nick Saban joins the show on a bye week after a huge victory over Tennessee to chat about what he’s doing to relax this week, what he told the team at halftime before their big comeback, his thoughts on the Michigan scandal, how they’ll prepare for LSU and a player like Jayden Daniels, if he’s keeping tabs on the college football playoff rankings, and more (54:57-1:18:06). Next, Head Coach of the Atlanta Falcons, Arthur Smith joins the show to chat about his press conference response from yesterday that went viral, his relationship with Mike Vrabel ahead of the Falcons game against the Titans this week, how they’ll try to curb their red zone turnovers, how ice cold Younghoe Koo is, and more (1:34:41-1:48:09). Lastly, World Series Champion, Cy Young Winner, 6x All-Star, and future Hall of Famer, CC Sabathia joins the show to preview the World Series matchup between the Rangers and Diamondbacks, who he likes, how he thinks the season as a whole went with the new rule changes, and how his golf game has been (2:00:31-2:16:24). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow LIVE from Utah, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's show is absolutely LOADED. Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about how incredible last night in sports was with Game 7 of the NLCS, NBA Opening Night, the NHL Frozen Frenzy that saw all 32 NHL teams in action, and everything else happening around the NFL as we prepare for week 8 starting tomorrow. Joining the progrum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s Monday Night Football game between the 49ers and Vikings, the Vikings getting a massive win and if they should be considered playoff contenders now, Brock Purdy looking human two weeks in a row, the Michigan cheating scandal, and everything else happening around the sports world as we wrap up week 7 of the season. Joining the progrum to chat about tonight’s 16 NHL games and the “Frozen Frenzy,” RedZone type coverage is ESPN Hockey aficionado, John Buccigross (13:35-17:09). Next, 2x All-Pro, 6x Pro Bowler, Safety for the Minnesota Vikings, The Hitman, Harrison Smith joins the show to chat about the massive MNF victory, how everyone has been playing loose and having fun the last two weeks, adjusting his strike zone throughout his career, trying to find advantages when the defense is disadvantaged in almost every way possible, how he feels in Brian Flores defense now several weeks in, and more (31:22-52:58). Later, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, one of the greatest throwers of the football in history, Quarterback of the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about his biggest takeaways from the weekend, the issues with referees league wide, why certain quarterbacks go through the ebbs and flows that others don’t, why some teams excel coming off bye weeks, and much more (1:01:12-1:58:44). Lastly, NBA Insider for The Athletic and Stadium, Shams Charania joins the show to preview tonight’s NBA tip off action, and some of the big storylines we should be paying attention to as the season gets under way (2:08:40-2:40:10). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices