The Pat McAfee Show

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys look ahead to today’s franchise tag deadline and react to what players are signing deals, which players are getting released, and Pat breaks the news that Saquon Barkley is officially signing a two year extension with the Eagles with a whole bunch of guaranteed money up front. Joining the progrum to chat about the biggest NFL offseason stories, his thoughts on the combine as a whole, and the stadium series game that he went to between the Blue Jackets and the Red Wings, is the voice of College Football and Thursday Night Football color commentator, Kirk Herbstreit. Next, NBA Senior Insider, Shams Charania hops on quick to break down Kyrie Irving tearing his ACL, and the other biggest stories around the Association. Next, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter joins the show to chat about who he sees being franchise tagged, what trades we might see here soon, and what free agency is going to bring. Later, 12 year NFL veteran at QB, and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat about his future plans, how he thinks this class of free agent QB’s will shake out and where they’ll wind up, and his thoughts on the incoming QB draft class, plus much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 the biggest winners and losers from the combine this weekend in Indianapolis, as well as Deebo Samuel getting traded to the Commanders for a 5th round pick, and what other rumors are circulating around the NFL. Joining the progrum is Super Bowl Champion, 2017 AP Coach of the Year, Head Coach of the Los Angeles Rams, Sean McVay to chat about the Matthew Stafford situation, his football career, how much he’s thought about getting into the media, his coaching tree and having to replace coaches every year, and much more. Later, NFL Offensive Player of the Year, 4x All-Pro, 4x Pro Bowler, arguably the best WR in the NFL, Vikings WR Justin Jefferson joins the show to chat about his new invite only WR camp, Flight School, who he thinks is going to the QB in Minnesota next year and if he cares who it’s going to be, what’s in the water in Louisiana to produce all these unbelievable WR’s, why he has such a great temperament, his relationship with KOC, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 & the boys are LIVE from the NFL Combine for a Feel Good Friday wrapping up an ELECTRIC week of conversation dahn at Lucas Oil. In the first hour, Pat & the boys reveal reports that Will Howard was seen late last night throwing balls in a hotel parking lot, who shined at Day 1 of on-field workouts for the DL and Linebackers, what to look for today from the Tight Ends & Defensive Backs today, replacing the chain gang with Hawk-Eye technology. In the second hour, University of North Carolina GM, friend of the progrum, & paisan joins the progrum for a live reaction to Matthew Stafford staying with the Los Angeles Rams, an update on life as a college GM, them being featured on off-season Hard Knocks this year (potentially), what he looks for in the combine and Draft Prospects, and more. Also in the second hour, Bills General Manager Brandon Beane joins the conversation to chat about what he's looking for during combine week, their focus on getting to the Super Bowl, building through the trenches, his recent extension signing with WR Khalil Shakir, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 will be back on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat & the boys are LIVE from the NFL Combine covering all the latest in NFL Draft & Free Agency news, including an alleged kerfuffle between NFL Newsbreakers at a local Starbucks. At the top of the show, the boys are joined by Pacers Point Gard & Olympic Gold Medalist Tyrese Haliburton to talk about the narratives surrounding the NBA right now, his reaction to the Luka Doncic trade, his love for Indianapolis, and more. After Tyrese, host of the NFL Draft, NFL Combine, and The Rich Eisen Show, Rich Eisen joins the progrum alongside NFL Draft guru Daniel Jeremiah to chat about what they are looking for at this Combine, Rich's Run Rich Run campaigns over the years where he runs the 40 yard dash for St. Judes, how Daniel Jeremiah sees the top of the draft shaking out, and much more. Pat closes the first hour with some massive breaking news, where source(s) confirm that Travis Kelce will return to the Kansas City Chiefs next season. In the second hour, ESPN Fantasy expert & Draft analyst Field Yates stops by to go over the Draft season from his perspective, his thoughts on how free agency will go for Vikings QB Sam Darnold, and his take on this year's quarterback class. Also in the second hour, Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule stops by with some electric stories about his Nebraska offseason, his thoughts on canceling his progrum's Spring Game, the transfer portal, and more. In the third hour, ESPN Sideline Reporter & Analyst Molly McGrath joins the set to talk about covering the Draft for the first time last year and the segway it provides from College Football to the NFL, and more. We close the show with a delivery from Visit Indy and the Owner of St Elmo's with a delivery on Shrimp Cocktails & Steak Sliders. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 will be LIVE again from the Combine tomorrow for Feel Good Friday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact and recap everything that happened in Super Bowl LIX, that saw the Eagles dominate the Chiefs in all three phases of the game en route to a 40-22 victory including Jalen Hurts’ MVP performance despite Saquon not having his best day, Vic Fangio’s defense turning in a stellar performance that included six sacks, and three takeaways including a pick 6 from rookie CB Cooper DeJean on his birthday, plus everything else about the game, the halftime show, and the commercials. Joining the progrum to wrap up the season and answer a few burning questions that will remain throughout the offseason is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, 12x Oscar Nominee, one of the biggest stars on earth, actor, writer, producer, director, and Philadelphia Eagles super fan, Bradley Cooper joins the show to chat about leading the team onto the field, his emotions in the aftermath of the win, when he felt comfortable the game was in hand, where that ranks in a list of his other career accolades and accomplishments, how Danny & Coop’s came to be, what he’s working on right now, if he’ll be going to the parade, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 going to take a few weeks off to recharge, thank you for riding with us all season long. We’ll be back for the NFL Combine. Be safe, and see you then. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, AQ Shipley & the boys are LIVE from Radio Row dahn in New Orleans for a packed Feel Good Friday ahead of Super Bowl 59 between the Chiefs & the Eagles. At the top of the show, the boys are joined by Michael McQuaid of NFL Ireland to talk about the Pittsburgh Steelers heading across the pond for a game in Dublin in 2025. In the first hour, we are joined by the Hall of Fame, Legendary Dolphins Quarterback Dan Marino, who talks about the Dolphins recent struggles, his perspective on Patrick Mahomes' generational run, why he was so good in the pocket, his thoughts on League MVP Josh Allen & what it'll take to get the Bills over the playoff hump, his Super Bowl pick, and more. The first hour also features a visit from former Patriots Defensive Coordinator Matt Patricia, who breaks down how he sees the Super Bowl going from a coaches perspective, and an electric one liner from the Roast Master Jeff Ross. One of the most legendary businessmen of all time, CEO of Endeavor and TKO, and the inspiration for Ari Gold, Ari Emanuel joins the progrum on stage for an amazing conversation about his journey as an entertainment agent to sports conglomerate mogul, convincing Pat to do a Super Bowl commercial, WWE Raw's recent move to Netflix, the future of live sports entertainment, and more. In the second hour, we kick things off with a visit from Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry who lets us know where to get the best Gator, bringing a real live tiger back to LSU sidelines, and more. Also in the second hour, free agent Quarterback Jameis Winston stops by to chat about his career, his breakdown of the Chiefs Defense and how the Eagles can attack it, pregame speeches, and more. We close the second hour with Country Music icon Kenny Chesney to talk about his upcoming shows at the Sphere out in Vegas, his love for country music, and more. We close the show with the tradition of SportsGrid Gabe Morency giving us his best prop picks and pick for the Super Bowl before the boys all make their picks for the game. We'll be back live from the ThunderDome on Monday. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube 12-3pm EDT, or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, AQ Shipley & the boys are LIVE from radio row in New Orleans for a PACKED show of guests ahead of Super Bowl 59. In the first hour, Pat & the boys chat about the NFL playing a 2026 game featuring the Los Angeles Rams in 2026, and are quickly joined by WWE Superstar Seth Freakin' Rollins to talk some WWE & the prospects of his Bears next season. After Seth, the boys chat about the Hall of Fame inductees tonight before being joined by Los Angeles Rams WR, friend of the progrum, & Big Uce Puka Nacua, who tells us about how much he's learned being in the same WR room as Cooper Kupp, his partnership with the Super Bowl Bowling Classic presented by Pepsi, and much more. 49ers TE George Kittle drops by quickly after Puka to remind us all that no one, and we mean no one, outpizzas the Hut. Also in the first hour, Commanders QB & Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Year Jayden Daniels joins the progrum on stage to talk about his relationship with OC Kliff Kingsbury, the legendary Hail Mary against the Bears, and more. To kick off the second hour, OZ The Mentalist drops by for a wild card trick & Spice Adams drops by to deliver some Cracker Barrel cheese. ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky joins the progrum a little late for a conversation about his criticism of Eagles HC Nick Sirianni this year, and more. Lions Defensive End Aidan Hutchinson joins the show to chat about rehab from his brutal injury, if he would have been able to play in the Super Bowl if the Lions made it to New Orleans, what it was like playing for departed DC Aaron Glenn & HC Dan Campbell and more. In the last hour, Donovan McNabb drops by to quickly say what's up, and we are joined by Get Up Host and ESPN LEGEND, Mike Greenberg to discuss the vitriol towards the Chiefs dynasty, his criticism of Nick Sirianni, and more. Falcons RB Bijan Robinson drops by with Greeny & talks about the game slowing down for him, what he sees in Saquon's dominant run, and more. Riverboat Ron Rivera also joins Greeny's interview to talk about his new role with Cal Football. We close the show with an awesome interview with legendary Saints QB Drew Brees, who tells us about his relationship with Punter Thomas Morstead, his love for New Orleans and the people here, why more pressure is actually on the Eagles, and more. We close the show by enjoying some local Gumbo from Louisiana Fish Fry. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube 12-3pm EDT, or ESPN+. We will be live from Radio Row in New Orleans again for Feel Good Friday tomorrow. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, AQ Shipley, and the boys are LIVE from Radio Row dahn in New Orleans breaking dahn everything you need to know ahead of a MASSIVE Super Bowl 59 between the Chiefs & Eagles, including where AQ Shipley think the trenches edge could be, AP Tone's Bet of the Day, and more. In the first hour, 49ers All-Pro Lineback Fred Warner joined the progrum and discusses the past season from his perspective, taking on the Chiefs in last year’s Super Bowl, insight into Christian McCaffrey's injury to start last season and expectations for the upcoming year. Also in the first hour, Fox Sports' Chris “Bear” Fallica and Adam “Pacman” Jones both stop by the Progrum quickly to chat about the big game. In the second hour, the reigning, defending NFL Sack King & Free Agent Trey Hendricks joins the progrum to talk about how much he loves Cincinnati & the Bengals defense, playing for DC Lou Anarumo, playing without gloves, his upcoming free agency, playing with Joe Burrow and much more. We're also joined by two of the Marine Corps officers who will be doing the Super Bowl flyover in a V-22 Osprey, complete with footage of the beast in action. In the third hour, the Toxic Table recaps their night at the Casino last night & we are joined by Super Bowl Champion & NYJets Punter Thomas Morstead to discuss his work with Punters & Kickers around the league to fight ALS, this disappointing last season with the Jets, incoming Head Coach Aaron Glenn, and more. We wrap up discussing expectations for the ratings of the Super Bowl & some jocularity around AQ Shipley's role this week at Waste Management with the Thunderbirds. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT) or ESPN+. We will live from Radio Row in New Orleans again tomorrow, and as always, we appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about the Super Bowl and some intriguing bets that continue to roll in, before going LIVE to Luka Dončić’s introductory press conference as a Los Angeles Laker. Joining the progrum to continue to chat about the trade and how it will be looked at this year, and years in the future before chatting more about what potential trades we could be seeing soon is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Later, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, and current Head Coach of North Carolina, Bill Belichick joins the show to preview the Super Bowl, chat about how differently this time of the year is for him being a college coach now, what he thinks the most important factors of the game will be, and how he ultimately sees the game panning out. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow LIVE from Radio Row in New Orleans. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are joined for the whole show by the voice of the WWE and future Hall of Famer, Michael Cole as they discuss all the pertinent information surrounding the Super Bowl as well as a few of the other stories that are massive around the sports world after this weekend. Joining the program to chat about the breaking news that Myles Garrett has requested a trade from the Browns, the Saints Head Coach situation, and more from around the league is ESPN NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to break down the Luka/AD trade and how it came to be, the De’Aaron Fox trade, what’s going to happen with Jimmy Butler, and what the Warriors are trying to do. Next, 2025 Royal Rumble Champion, Main Event Jey Uso joins the show to chat about his career as a whole, how great of a moment it was for him and his family, how the Yeet movement started, where his entrance through the crowd came from, his relationship with John Cena, and much more. Later, one of the GOAT’s, the Hulkster, Hulk Hogan joins the show to chat about how Real American Beer came to be, why he respects the wrestlers of today so much, some of the ill will that he has received over the years, a look back on his legendary career, 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. We’ll see you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Pro Bowl games and what the NFL can do to keep evolving this so it doesn’t turn into a laughing stock and it ensures that the best players in the NFL continue to get together for the Pro Bowl, as well as the Justin Tucker situation and what that means going forward. Pat and the boys are also joined by four incredible guests including first ballot Hall of Famer, 2x Super Bowl Champion, Super Bowl MVP, 5x MVP, one of the greatest players in NFL history, Peyton Manning joins the show to chat about the Pro Bowl games and what he thinks about the Super Bowl matchup. Next, Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about the trade deadline, De’Aaron Fox and Jimmy Butler on the move, what the Lakers are doing, and the Zion situation in New Orleans. Next, Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni joins the show to chat about the narratives about him in the media and what he does to ignore them, his relationship with Jalen Hurts, the WR’s, Brandon Graham’s potential return, and what he learned from the previous Super Bowl that will help the Eagles this time around. Lastly, one of the biggest Superstars in the WWE, the Second City Saint, CM Punk joins the show LIVE from the ThunderDome to chat about the Royal Rumble, his career as a whole, what this weekend looks like for him, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about the Super Bowl and some of the intriguing bets that have been popping up on sports books arounds the country before making way for several great guests. First, North Carolina GM Michael Lombardi joins the show to give his take on Pete Carroll as Raiders Head Coach and Liam Coen as Jaguars Head Coach, how much prep goes into the Senior Bowl, and his thoughts on the Super Bowl itself. Next, Field Yates joins the show LIVE from the Senior Bowl in Mobile to chat about who’s been making the biggest impressions amongst teams and GM’s. Next, former board member of the WWE, former WWE Superstar, the Queen of Queens, Stephanie McMahon joins the show to chat about the Royal Rumble in Indianapolis, growing up in the WWE, why stepping away was so important for her, her new series on ESPN+, Stephanie’s Places, and much more. Lastly, WWE Superstar, former Champion, and friend of the progrum, Sheamus joins the show to chat about the Royal Rumble, how his year has been going, and why he wants to take another Ireland trip with Pat and the boys. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 Monday. Enjoy the games. 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 discuss everything happening around the NFL world as we prepare for Super Bowl LIX before making way for four great guests. First, former Head Coach of Indianapolis Colts, and new Senior Secondary Coach for the Baltimore Ravens, Chuck Pagano joins the show to chat about how the opportunity came about, how long it’s been in the works, and why he’s been so thankful for the last few years. Next, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, and current Head Coach at North Carolina, Bill Belichick joins the show to chat about preparing a team for the Super Bowl, how much experience matters, and what teams who didn’t make the game are kicking themselves about over these next few weeks. Next, 4x Super Bowl Champion (3x as Head Coach), and current Head Coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, Andy Reid joins the show to chat about preparing for the Super Bowl against the Eagles, his relationship with Spags, what kind of challenges Philly’s defense presents, what makes Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce so special, and his thoughts on how much experience matters during the Super Bowl. Later, future first ballot Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, and current analyst for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about the Super Bowl matchup, why it’s easy to feel bad for Josh Allen, what he thinks of some of these new coaching hires, and to get under AQ Shipley’s skin a bit. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 Monday. Enjoy the games. 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 Jerry and Stephen Jones’ comments in Brian Schottenheimer’s opening press conference, Liam Coen’s opening press conference that made him look like a massive goofball, and how we ultimately have no idea whether or not these guys will win or not. They also chat about the AFC Championship ratings and what they’re forecasting for the Super Bowl in terms of viewership, as well as a little Moon Landing talk. Joining the show to chat about his thoughts on Liam Coen, if he thinks Nick Sirianni has eased a lot of the criticism’s piled on him throughout the season, why the Chiefs are so tough to beat, and which college QB’s he’s started looking at as we prepare the for the draft process with the Senior Bowl getting underway is 12 year NFL veteran, and ESPN NFL analyst/co-hsot of NFL Live, Dan Orlovsky. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the thrilling AFC and NFC Championship games that saw the Eagles blow the doors off the Commanders en route to a 32 point victory on the back of 7 rushing touchdowns, and the Chiefs outlast the Bills in another instant classic between these two teams in Kansas City. Joining the progrum to chat about the fallout from both games including people having an issue with the the referees and the Chiefs, why no one still respects Nick Sirianni, as well as some coaching news including Brian Schottenheimer being named the Head Coach in Dallas, and who is still on the docket to interview in New Orleans, is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview both Conference Championships and make their picks against the spread, and also chat about the breaking news that Pete Carroll has officially been named the Head Coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, and Liam Coen has officially been named the Head Coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars in a drama filled situation. They also discuss the ratings from the National Championship and Divisional weekend, as well as some of the transfer portal news that has been floating around since the end of the college football season. Joining the show to give some updates on Pete Carroll, Liam Coen, and the other coaching openings that are left is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, and current Head Coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels, Bill Belichick joins the show to chat about being on the recruiting trail, and he previews the Conference Championship games. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 Monday. Enjoy the games. 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 more about Ben Johnson’s introductory press conference, the other openings around the league and who may be linked to them, his thoughts on the Divisional Round, and Chuck makes his picks against the spread for Championship weekend. Joining the progrum to chat more about the Championship Round of the playoffs, what this current stage of building the UNC football team is like, who they’re competing against recruiting wise, and much more is 3x Super Bowl Champion, NY Times best-selling author, and current GM of UNC Football, Michael Lombardi. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to give all the latest updates on the Jimmy Butler situation, Zion’s return from injury, if the Lakers are going to make a play at the trade deadline, and the latest entrant into the NBA Dunk Contest. Lastly, former NFL scout, LA Chargers color analyst, and NFL Network analyst/Draft guru, Daniel Jeremiah joins the show to chat about the upcoming NFL Draft, where he has all the QB’s ranked, who he thinks the best player in the draft class is, and which positions are the deepest. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 more about Ben Johnson becoming the next Head Coach of the Chicago Bears and what he needs to do to help turn that organization around. They also chat about the breaking news that Aaron Glenn has been hired by the New York Jets for their Head Coaching vacancy, and Jaguars GM Trent Baalke being let go, as well as what other openings might be close to being filled here soon. Joining the progrum to chat about his season, career, and his public perception is 9x Pro Bowl QB, Super Bowl Champion, and Walter Payton Man of the Year, current free agent and most recently Pittsburgh Steelers QB, Russell Wilson. Later, future first ballot Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Texans Ring of Honor member, and NFL on CBS analyst, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about his thoughts on all the different coaching and GM movement, why he doesn’t understand why Lions fans are upset at Ben Johnson for leaving, an update on Burnley F.C. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 National Championship which saw Ohio State hang on to win 34-23 after a furious comeback from Notre Dame, plus they recap the entire college football season as a whole that was arguably the best one we’ve ever had. Joining the show to chat about the season as a whole, what this means for Ohio State, if Notre Dame will be able to compete for more National Championships in the future, Will Howard’s draft prospects, how he thinks Ben Johnson will do as the Bears Head Coach, and much more is the voice and face of College Football, Kirk Herbstreit. Next, National Champion and Offensive MVP from last night’s game, Ohio State QB Will Howard joins the show to chat about the team, his relationship with his teammates and Ryan Day, his process of landing at Ohio State, what comes next for him in terms of the draft process, and much more in an incredible interview. Lastly, 18th overall pick of the 2006 NFL Draft, 7 year NFL veteran at Linebacker, and host of The Morning Juice in Columbus, “The General” Bob Carpenter joins the show to recap his night last night at the National Championship, what that means for this team as a whole in terms of their legacy in Columbus, if fans will give Ryan Day a break now, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, Darius Butler & the boys are LIVE from Mercedes Benz Stadium ahead of tonight's CFP National Championship between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish & the Ohio State Buckeyes. The boys recap everything from the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, including the Chiefs still being the Chiefs, what led to the Ravens falling short in Buffalo against the Bills, rookie phenom QB Jayden Daniels & the Washington Commanders shocking the Detroit Lions, and Saquon Barkley continuing his dominance with 205 yards to help take dahn the Los Angeles Rams. In the first hour, ESPN'S Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins the progrum to update us on the NFL Coaching Carousel, including what the surprise elimination of the Detroit Lions means for OC Ben Johnson & DC Aaron Glenn's impact on the hiring cycle, an update on Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury's head coaching prospects, former Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy's potential landing spot, and more. Also in the first hour, College Football Hall of Famer & 7-time National Champion, Nick Saban, joins the show live to chat about what it's like preparing for the National Championship the week of the game, where the Championships should be played, whether he was nervous before his 10 Championship appearances, what he expects to see in the battle between the Fighting Irish & the Buckeyes, his takeaways from the NFL's Divisional round, and much more. In the second hour, legendary Stand Up Comedian, Actor, & Podcaster, Shane Gillis stopped by the set to let us know how he feels about his Fighting Irish going into tonight's game, his perspective on their run to the National Championship game, his latest commercial with Under Armour, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT) or ESPN+. Tune into College GameDay on ESPN at 5pm today and ESPN2 at 7:30pm tonight for the Field Pass with the Pat McAfee Show. We appreciate the hell out of all you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the divisional playoff round games this weekend and make their picks against the spread. They also preview the National Championship, and chat more about the different coach and GM openings in the NFL right now. Joining the show to give an update on the Deion Sanders situation in Dallas, why Kevin O’Connell hasn’t gotten a contract extension yet, who the Patriots are looking at for Offensive Coordinator, why he wouldn’t place Ben Johnson in Las Vegas just yet, and much more is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, 13 year NFL veteran and host of the Pacman Jones Show, Adam Pacman Jones to give a few updates on the Deion Sanders situation and why he thinks Deion is going to stay at Colorado, how he’s hearing that Ben Johnson to the Raiders is a done deal, where Sheduer Sanders might wind up, and how he thinks Ja’Marr Chase’s contract situation will play out this year with the Bengals. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the National Championship between Ohio State and Notre Dame and wonder why no one is talking about Ohio State Quarterback Will Howard as an NFL prospect. Chuck also goes through the entire divisional round slate and makes his picks against the spread, several of which might surprise you. Joining the progrum to dispel some of the rumors floating around about the North Carolina football team, and chat about some of the coaching openings in the NFL is General Manager of the North Carolina Football team, Michael Lombardi. Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and Quarterback of the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about the fires in California and how he’s been handling it, what his situation with the Jets is going into next year and if he’s heard anything from the exit meetings, or has any idea on who the new Head Coach/GM will be, and much more. Later, 12 year NFL veteran at QB, and ESPN NFL analyst and co-host of NFL Live, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to give an update on his potential coaching situation, and an update on how his son’s basketball team did last night. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 situation in Pittsburgh and all the rumors circulating around Russell Wilson and Arthur Smith, and AQ Shipley gives his top 8 power rankings for both offensive lines and teams overall left in the playoffs, and Darius Butler highlights the best Defensive back plays of Suuuuuper Wild Card weekend. Pat and the boys are also joined by several great guests including 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky; future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, and analyst for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt; All-Pro and Pro Bowl WR for the LA Rams, Puka Nacua; and Vice President of NFL Film, Keith Cossrow. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 final playoff game from Suuuuuper Wild Card weekend that saw the Rams absolutely dominate the Vikings in Scottsdale leading to a whole slew of questions about what’s next for Sam Darnold and this Vikings team as a whole. Joining the progrum to chat about the news that Deion Sanders and the Cowboys might have mutual interest in one another, what they’ll ultimately do, where Mike McCarthy might end up, wide sweeping changes being made in Pittsburgh (excluding Mike Tomlin), why mike Vrabel is perfect for New England and how much control he’ll have and much more is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 during Wild Card weekend that was all chalk until the Commanders upset the Buccaneers in Tampa Bay last night, and they recap the two CFP National Semifinals, before looking ahead to tonight’s final Wild Card round matchup in Arizona with the Vikings traveling to take on the Rams who are the home team after the game was relocated due to the wild fires in LA. Joining the progrum to give updates on coaching situations around the NFL including Mike Vrabel being announced as the Patriots Head Coach, and Mike McCarthy officially not returning as the Cowboys Head Coach is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Next, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, and current Head Coach at the University of North Carolina, Bill Belichick joins the show to chat about the playoffs, what he’s up to in this recruiting dead period over the next few days, and how much a bye week can hinder a team in the playoffs. Later, 3x Super Bowl Champion, 7x All-Pro, 10x Pro Bowler, member of the NFL 2010’s All-Decade team, future Hall of Famer, and co-host of the New Heights Podcast, TE for the Kansas City Chiefs, Travis Kelce joins the show to chat about their prep before the Houston game, his relationship with Taylor Swift and if she’ll be in attendance, if they care who they play in these playoff games, his role in Happy Gilmore 2, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys are live from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida ahead of tonight's Field Pass for the Orange Bowl between Notre Dame & Penn State on ESPN2. The boys cover all the latest NFL coaching carousel news & preview the College Football Playoff Semifinals & NFL's (Super) Wildcard Weekend. In the first hour, the boys are joined live on set by NFL super Agent Drew Rosenhaus of Rosenhaus Sports, where he discusses his client Tyreek Hill battling through a broken wrist this season and clarifies his emotional Week 18 postgame comments, discusses what it's like representing younger athletes through NIL, including Penn State's standout edge rusher Abdul Carter, who is a gametime decision tonight, and talks about what it's like working with NFL coaches & General Managers like Kevin O'Connell & Vikings assistant GM Ryan Grigson, who is interviewing for the GM opening with the Jets. We kick off the second hour with a visit from Obie, the Orange Bowl mascot (an orange), and Hard Rock Stadium's head chef, Jon, swings by with some good meat. UNC Tar Heels' new General Manager & longtime friend of the progrum, Michael Lombardi joins the show live from Chapel Hill to combat rumors that Bill Belichick is leaving Chapel Hill for the NFL, chat about how much he is enjoying working in College Football in the NIL era, how he sees Super Wildcard Weekend playing out, team culture, and much more. Also in the second hour, the boys react to news that the Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with GM Tom Telesco shortly after relieving HC Antonio Pierce of his duties & that Georgia QB Carson Beck has entered the transfer portal after previously declaring for the NFL Draft. The boys facetime College GameDay's College Football Insider Pete Thamel to talk about reports that Notre Dame has come down with the flu, where Carson Beck might be headed, and more. In the third hour, the boys react to the news that the NFL is trying to take the Super out of Super Wildcard Weekend, Stanford Steve joins the progrum to pick all the games with the guys, and much more. Tune in to the Field Pass tonight at 7:30pm on ESPN2 for the Orange Bowl & tomorrow night live from the Cotton Bowl. The show will be off tomorrow and back for a MASSIVE Overreaction Monday. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12pm-3pm EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. 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 two college football semifinals on Thursday and Friday, look ahead to Suuuuuuuper Wildcard Weekend, and AQ Shipley gives out the Trenchys, his year end awards for offensive line play, and Darius Butler gives out his year end awards for Everything DB. Joining the progrum to chat about the different coaching vacancies, teams seemingly finding ways around the Rooney Rule when already having a candidate in mind, his thoughts on the different year end awards and why it’s so difficult voting for them this year, and which position group JJ would start at if he were to build a franchise from the ground up is 3x DPOY, future First Ballot Hall of Famer, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, and analyst for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow when we’ll be LIVE from the Orange Bowl in Miami. 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 monumental Monday Night Raw that ushered in the Netflix era, including a live press conference from Hulk Hogan after he was seemingly booed upon making his entrance at the Intuit Dome, plus they react to the news that the Tennessee Titans have fired General Manager Ran Carthon, and the Las Vegas Raiders have fired Head Coach Antonio Pierce, before looking ahead and previewing the CFP and Suuuuuper Wildcard Weekend games. Joining the progrum to chat about the different coaching vacancies and which teams need to do what, this year’s MVP and All-Pro vote, Jalen Hurts still being in concussion protocol, and much more is 12 year NFL veteran at Quarterback, ESPN NFL analyst/QB guru, Dan Orlovsky. Next, member of 2 broadcasting Hall of Fames, the host of Get Up!, Mike Greenberg joins the show to chat about what he wants the Jets to do at Head Coach and GM, his thoughts on Rex Ryan potentially getting the job, if the Cowboys job is as alluring as it once was, what the Bears are going to do with their Head Coaching vacancy, and much much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat is LIVE from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles ahead of Monday Night Raw’s debut on Netflix, while AJ Hawk, Darius Butler, and the boys are back in Indianapolis. They discuss all the different coaching firings, including a couple surprising ones, and overreact to all the week 18 games before starting to look ahead to the playoff matchups, as well as the CFP semifinal games. Joining the progrum to give more updates on which coaches may be fired next, who is getting interviews, and everything else around the league is ESPN Senior Insider, Adam Schefter. Next, the voice of the WWE, Michael Cole joins the show to chat about his excitement for Monday Night Raw on Netflix and why it’s such a big deal, as well as what he wants to the Jets to do at Head Coach and GM. Next, University of North Carolina Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator Bill and Steve Belichick join the show on the recruiting trail and chat about how it’s been so far, as well as Bill’s thoughts on some of the coach firings, and how difficult it is to be Head Coach/GM in the NFL. Lastly, the Chief Content Officer of the WWE, Triple H joins the show to chat about Raw being on Netflix, why it’s such a massive move, how he’ll decide on the length of the shows, how many people he anticipates tuning in, if he’s talked at all about potential streaming issues, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap all of the different College Football Playoff games including the Rose Bowl in which they were on the field for the MegaCast, preview tonight’s Sugar Bowl game between Notre Dame and Georgia, plus they go through all the NFL week 18 games and make their picks against the spread. Joining the progrum to recap the College Football Playoff, as well as look ahead to some of the upcoming games is 7x National Champion, College GameDay panelist, the GOAT, Nick Saban. Next, ESPN College Football/NFL sideline reporter, and host of NFL Live, Laura Rutledge joins the show live from the Mercedes Benz SuperDome ahead of the Sugar Bowl to chat about how the postponement of the game is being received between both teams, what the vibe and atmosphere around New Orleans right now, who the day postponement will benefit, and who she likes in the Sugar Bowl and Sunday Night Football. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow, we’ll see you for Overreaction Monday. 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 17 of the NFL season and all the different playoff scenarios for both the NFC and AFC, and look ahead to some of the CFP games this week, while also previewing tonight’s Monday Night Football game between the Lions and 49ers that coincidentally means nothing. Joining the progrum to chat about all the different injury news, playoff clinching scenarios, and what changes might eventually be made in terms of coaching and GM’s is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Next, 8x Super Bowl Champion, current Head Coach of the University of North Carolina, the GOAT, Bill Belichick joins the show to check in about what he’s been up to getting North Carolina prepared for next season, situational football in the NFL, resting players after already clinching a playoff spot, and much much more. Later, 3x DPOY, Texans Ring of Honor member, future First Ballot Hall of Famer, analyst for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt joins the progrum to give his biggest takeaway’s from this past week in the NFL and weighs in on the whole Colts situation. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. Also tune in to ESPN2 for the Field Pass watch along of the Rose Bowl at 5PM Eastern on New Year’s Day. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you back on Thursday, 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 barnburner between the Seahawks and the Bears that ended with a decisive 6-3 victory for the Seahawks in what was possibly the worst watch of the season. They discuss the NFL needing to figure how to to appropriately flex games so we don’t have to worry about those type of games this close to the playoffs, before looking at the entire week 17 slate and making their picks against the spread. Joining the progrum to preview the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals, and which matchups he thinks are the most intriguing is 7x National Champion, College GameDay panelist, the GOAT, Nick Saban. Later, 2x Super Bowl Champion, member of the Patriots 2010’s All-Decade Team, and current pash rusher for the Baltimore Ravens, Kyle Van Noy joins the show to chat about the Ravens current hot run, why he thinks he’s having such an unbelievable year, their defense hitting their stride at the right time, playing with Lamar Jackson, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow, 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 the NFL’s Christmas Day games that saw the Chiefs and Ravens beat the hell out of the Steelers and Ravens respectively, if Lamar Jackson is the front runner for MVP again, the playoff racings and seedings in both the AFC and NFC, and finally they look ahead to tonight’s Thursday Night Football between the Seahawks and the Bears. Joining the progrum to give an update about the potential rumors of Pete Carroll returning to coach in the NFL and his interest in the Bears job, Jalen Hurts’ status with the concussion, and more is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, Steelers Correspondent for the Pat McAfee Show and WWE contributor, Mark Kaboly joins the show to chat about what is currently going on with the Steelers, who public enemy #1 in Pittsburgh is right now in the fans eyes, if there’s any chance they’ll make a switch back to Justin Fields, and why he thinks the Steelers are just a step below the other elite teams in the NFL. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 a pack weekend of football, including the NFL's Week 16 slate & the first round of the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff, where the boys were live from the sidelines of Tennessee at Ohio State in Columbus, discussing the impact the cold & home field environments had across all four games. In the first hour, Ravens all-time receiving touchdowns leader, Tight End Mark Andrews joined the progrum to recap their big win on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, what it's like playing with Lamar Jackson & Derrick Henry, and more. Also in the first hour, ESPN's NFL Insider Adam Schefter stopped by to recap Jayden Daniels spearheading the Commanders' turnaround, Josh Allen & Patrick Mahomes playing through injuries, what the future holds for Kirk Cousins & the Atlanta Falcons, Sam Darnold's upcoming free agency this offseason, and more. In the second hour, we're joined by 4x NFL MVP, Super Bowl Champion, Jets Quarterback Aaron Rodgers, where he shares his thoughts on the first round of the College Football Playoff, the Packers-Bears rivalry, the Jets' loss to the Rams on Sunday, mentoring Jordan Love and mentoring moving forward, and much much more. In the third hour, College Gameday co-host & TNF Color Commentator Kirk Herbstreit joins the conversation to recap the College Football Playoffs and his commentary on the committee's decision making process, and more. We close the show with fan Overreactions from around the internet & Pat and AJ pick MNF between the Packers (-14.5) & Saints, as well as the Christmas day games. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/patmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube, or ESPN+. We are off tomorrow & Wednesday for the holiday and will be back on Thursday. Merry Christmas everybody, we appreciate the hell out of all of you. 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 Broncos and Chargers, preview the entire week 16 NFL slate, and also look ahead to this weekend’s College Football Playoff games, in what is arguably one of the best football watching weeks of the year. They also cover the dysfunction reportedly going on with the New York Jets and Woody Johnson and his family, as well as some of the other biggest sports stories happening this week. Joining the progrum is 7x National Champion, member of College GameDay, the GOAT, Nick Saban to preview this weekend’s college football playoff games, chat about his issues with the transfer portal and not developing players or having depth, and more. Later, the 6th President of the NCAA, Charlie Baker joins the show to chat all about the landscape of college athletics, NIL, the transfer portal, the college football yearly schedule and if changes are coming, and some of the other key issues facing college sports right now. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow. Tune in to ESPN2 on Saturday night at 8PM for the megacast of Tennessee/Ohio State as we’ll be LIVE on the field, and then we’ll be back for Overreaction Monday. 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 college football playoff and the how insane Saturday is going to be with three college football playoff games and two NFL games, plus AQ goes through his top 3 takeaway’s of the week and top 5 offensive lines of the week, and Darius Butler goes through all the good D and bad D in the secondary this week. Joining the progrum respectively to talk about their upcoming college football playoff games this weekend as well as the challenges of trying to recruit the transfer portal while trying to prepare for a playoff game is SMU Head Coach Rhett Lashlee, and Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti. Later, future 1st ballot Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, NFL on CBS analyst, JJ Watt joins the show to give his biggest takeaway’s from week 15 including Dan Campbell’s aggressive nature, playing 3 games in 11 days, TJ Watt’s injury status, the Texans winning back-to-back AFC South titles and if they can make a run in the playoffs, and everything else that happened around the league, and lastly, a nice #AskJage segment. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 dreadful Monday Night Football doubleheader that saw the Vikings dominate the Bears and the Falcons outlast the Raiders, before chatting about the college football playoff and some of the other appetizing events we have on the sporting calendar tonight. Joining the progrum to break down last night’s games, his thoughts on this class of rookie QB’s including Caleb Williams, what needs to happen in Atlanta with Kirk Cousins, the Eagles finding some footing with their passing game, and all the other QB play around the NFL is 12 year NFL veteran and ESPN QB guru, Dan Orlovsky. Next, ESPN NBA Senior Insider Shams Charania joins the show to chat about tonight’s NBA Cup Championship game, what was going on with LeBron missing time, and everything else happening in the NBA. In hour 2, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, future 1st ballot Hall of Famer, and QB for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about the Jets win on Sunday and his big day with Davante Adams, his thoughts on what should be going into voter’s minds as they vote on MVP, his appreciation for Lamar Jackson, his thoughts on Jordan Love’s play this year, some of what has been going on in the media, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 15 of the NFL season including that unbelievable 4 o’clock window that featured several games with major playoff implications, headlined by an absolute thriller in Detroit that saw the Bills outlast the Lions on another MVP performance from Josh Allen, and the Eagles beating the Steelers in the Battle of PA, before looking ahead to tonight’s Monday Night Football Doubleheader. Joining the progrum to give updates on all the different injury situations in the NFL including the Lions continuing to be snakebit, and what he’s hearing on the coaching front is ESPN NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, new Head Coach of the North Carolina football team, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, Bill Belichick joins the show to chat about his first week on the job as Head Coach and how he’s handling recruiting/the portal, if he cares about the all-time wins record at all, if he feels rejuvenated being back in the coaching world, and how much fun he’s having building a roster again, among many other things. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat is LIVE from the West Virginia Coliseum ahead of Rich Rodriguez’s introductory press conference as Head Coach at West Virginia. They also cover last night’s Thursday Night Football snoozefest that saw the Rams outlast the 49ers 12-6, before turning to the week 15 slate and make their picks against the spread. Joining the progrum to chat about the future of West Virginia football, the decision to leave and return, what kind of players he’s looking for, what “hard edge” means, and what kind of players he’s looking for is the newest Head Coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers, Rich Rodriguez. Next, winger for AC Milan, Captain America, Christian Pulisic joins the progrum to chat about his new documentary on Paramount +, how close the US is to competing with other countries to win the World Cup, treatment of American players overseas, and his thoughts on the new US Men’s National Team Coach. Later, the GOAT, 7x National Champion, Nick Saban joins the show to chat about his role in helping West Virginia find their next Head Coach, his thoughts on the CFP and how weather will impact some of the games, and how much of a factor Dabo Swinney’s experience will be in their game against Texas. Lastly, Athletic Director for West Virginia, Wren Baker, to chat about the process of finding their new Head Coach, why he thinks he got the decision right, and how this will impact new NIL donors coming into the fold. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Bill Belichick being introduced as the Head Coach of the North Carolina Football team and Michael Lombardi coming down on board as the General Manager, as well as the news that Rich Rodriguez has accepted the job offer from West Virginia to become their Head Coach again as Pat will be on site in West Virginia tomorrow in the Coliseum for his introductory press conference. They also preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Rams and 49ers and make their picks against the spread in a crucial divisional matchup. Joining the progrum is 2x Super Bowl Champion and Head Coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Mike Tomlin to chat about his experience with Hard Knocks so far and why he was apprehensive initially, his decision to make the move to Russell Wilson and why he chose to do so and why the decision was easier than a lot of people in the media made it out to be, his relationship with Cam Heyward, playing 3 games in 10 days, and his thoughts on Bill Belichick taking the Head Coaching job at North Carolina. Next, the new General Manager of the North Carolina Football team, 3x Super Bowl Champion, and friend of the progrum, Michael Lombardi joins the show to chat about he and Bill Belichick’s goals at North Carolina, why he’s so excited for this opportunity, how they’re going to turn North Carolina into a powerhouse, and what needs to be addressed here first. Later, ESPN legend, and co-host of Marty & McGee, Marty Smith joins the show live from Chapel Hill and the Bill Belichick press conference to chat about how big of a deal this is locally in North Carolina, what questions he’d like to see answered by Bill in relation to the job, and how big of a paradigm shift this move is. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 and why it continues to be one of the best things currently on TV, the rumors circulating that Bill Belichick has been offered and accepted the North Carolina job, although Pete Thamel reports their are still roadblocks on both sides, and the rumors that West Virginia might be making their vacant Head Coaching decision soon as well. Joining the show to chat about being a local hero in Scottsdale, AZ after trying to disband an Irish Gypsy Family after getting into a massive donnybrook and his side of the whole story is 6 year NHL veteran, analyst for the NHL on TNT, and cohost of the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast, Paul “Biz Nasty” Bissonnette. Later, future first ballot Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, countless Pro Bowls and All-Pro’s, and analyst for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt joins the show to give his biggest takeaway’s from week 14 of the NFL season, chat about watching TJ in person in Pittsburgh, his thoughts on the Mark Gastineau/Brett Favre budding feud, Dan Campbell going for it on 4th down, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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/Simpson’s Altcast that saw the Bengals go into Dallas and beat the Cowboys in one of the craziest endings in recent memory. Joining the progrum to chat about calling the Simpson’s game, to settle some beefs, and chat about his biggest NFL Quarterback takeaway’s from last week in the NFL is 12 year NFL veteran and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky. Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, future first ballot Hall of Famer, and starting QB for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers to chat about the Jets’ overtime loss to the Dolphins, what is keeping the team motivated for the rest of the season, a string of UFO sightings in New Jersey recently, moving into 4th all-time in the QB-WR TD list with Davante Adams, the AJ Brown/Jalen Hurts situation, and much more. Later, Super Bowl Champion, 10x All-Pro, 9x Pro Bowler, NFL 2010’s All-Decade Team, and Linebacker for the Washington Commanders, Bobby Wagner joins the show to chat about being the Commanders Walter Payton Man of the Year, his thoughts on the Commanders this year and when he knew Jayden Daniels was going to be a dude, his relationship with Dan Quinn, why he’s not surprised with Russ Wilson’s success in Pittsburgh, if he thinks Pete Carroll is going to coach again, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 14 of the NFL season including the insane shootout between the Bills and Rams that ultimately saw the Rams keep their NFC West title hopes alive, the Chiefs winning on another last second field goal, the Vikings spoiling Kirk Cousins homecoming to Minnesota, the 49ers beating the brakes off the Bears, and everything else happening around the NFL. Joining the progrum to give updates on everything around the league including Sam Darnold’s potential next team if it isn’t the Vikings, unrest in Philly, if the Falcons are going to give Penix a shot, the legitimacy of Bill Belichick to North Carolina, and more is ESPN Senior Insider, Adam Schefter. Next, Pro Bowl and All-Pro WR for the Los Angeles Rams, Puka Nacua spot by quick to chat about the big win yesterday, how he feels the Rams have been since getting healthy, and how big of a game this Thursday night tilt against the 49ers is. Later, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, Bill Belichick joins the show to chat about all rumors circulating around him potentially taking the Head Coaching job at North Carolina, how he’d run a college team and how it would differ from how he ran an NFL team, and the similarities and differences between coaching an NFL team and a big time college program. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 where College GameDay will be at the site of the SEC Championship, while AJ Hawk and the boys are back in studio in Indianapolis. They recap last night’s electric Thursday Night Football tilt between the Packers and Lions that ultimately saw the Lions kick a game winning field goal at the end of regulation and what it means for both teams moving forward, then they make their picks for the entire NFL week 14 slate. Joining the progrum to chat about last night’s game and the coaching decisions made by Dan Campbell, as well as to look ahead at the SEC Championship and the Championship weekend slate as a whole is 7x National Champion, the GOAT, and College GameDay analyst, Nick Saban. Next, the Commissioner of the SEC, Greg Sankey joins the show to chat about the College Football Playoff, the strength of schedule in the SEC, what his normal day-to-day looks like, the changes that are soon coming to college football, and more. Later, 3x Pro Bowler, starting Left Tackle for the Buffalo Bills, Dion Dawkins joins the show to chat about how this year’s Bills team feels different, the most important traits to have as a tackle in the NFL, Josh Allen’s play, how different of a guy Mack Hollins is, and being the Bills Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee for the third time. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow, 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 NFC North tilt on Thursday Night Football between the Packers and Lions and what the key matchups and takeaway’s will be, and if the Lions can continue to sustain their dominant success despite how injured they are along their front seven. Joining the progrum to talk about tonight’s Thursday Night game, his thoughts on Hard Knocks, which teams he currently likes in the AFC and NFC, the Ravens getting their bye at the right time, and the Matt Eberflus situation and what Chicago needs to do next is 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, NY Times best-selling author, and host of the GM Shuffle podcast and Lombardi Line, Michael Lombardi. Next, The Oregon Duck stops by in preparation for Saturday’s Big 10 Championship game against Penn State. Later, 13 year NFL veteran at Fullback, 2x Super Bowl Champion, 3x Pro Bowler, 2x All-Pro, current Packers sideline reporter, and co-host of The Brick and the Stick podcast, John Kuhn joins the show to preview tonight’s game, chat about today’s football and how it differs from when he was playing, some of the battles he had against AJ in practice for the Packers over the years, his thoughts on the FB position as a whole, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 CFP rankings that saw Alabama has the last team in and Miami being the first team out, and all the different conversations and potential situations where different teams make it into the playoff, before AQ Shipley breaks down his best offensive line units and biggest takeaway’s from the week, and Darius Butler unveils his best defensive back plays of the week in Everything DB. Joining the show to chat more about the CFP rankings and who he thinks should have the biggest gripe and what he thinks is ultimately going to happen after championship weekend is former Head Coach of Mississippi State and Florida and current ESPN College Football analyst, Dan Mullen. Later, future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, and NFL on CBS analyst, JJ Watt joins the show to give his biggest takeaway’s from week 13 of the NFL season, his approach to providing commentary for the Christmas game on Netflix, his Dick’s Sporting Goods Christmas commercials, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 Browns and Broncos that saw Jameis Winston set the Browns single game passing record with 497 yards while also throwing two pick sixes in a losing effort, plus all the different potential implications with tonight’s CFP rankings show. Joining the progrum to chat about the season as a whole and the chances of his team playing in the college football playoffs and why he thinks they should be is Alabama Head Coach, Kalen DeBoer. Next, Linebacker for the Denver Broncos, Nik Bonitto joins the show fresh off a pick 6 last night to chat about the season, where the Broncos could potentially go this season, Bo Nix’ maturation, what Sean Payton is like in the locker room, and how they prepared for Jameis Winston. Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, future Hall of Famer, and quarterback for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about continuing to find the positives in this season, turning 41, still loving football and finding the importance in the locker room, his new documentary series coming to Netflix, and the importance of franchises willing to stick with a GM/Head Coach until their plan is realized. Later, WWE Superstar and Cleveland Browns fan, The Miz joins the show to give his outlook on the Browns for the remainder of the season moving into next year, and how his golf game is finally starting to turn the corner. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 13 of the NFL season including the Bills dominating the 49ers on Sunday Night Football, the Eagles potentially staking their claim as the best team in the NFL, the Chargers getting a big win in Atlanta after intercepting Kirk Cousins 4x, the Steelers beating the Bengals in an absolute shootout, and a wild rivalry weekend in college football that saw endless fights, and a lot of conversation surrounding it. Joining the progrum to recap the weekend and give injury updates on Christian McCaffrey, Trevor Lawrence, coach openings and who might be getting fired soon, and what to be looking for in tonight’s game is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, the GOAT, 8x Super Bowl Champion, Bill Belichick joins the progrum to give his biggest takeaway’s from the week, and what some of the most important things are to look at as we reach the stretch run here. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 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 this weekend’s college football slate as well as the Thanksgiving Day games and Friday games in the NFL before making their picks against the spread, and AQ Shipley goes In The Trenches and selects his top 5 offensive line units of the week. Joining the progrum to chat about the newest college football rankings and what they mean as well as a look ahead to this weekend’s games is 7x National Champion, the GOAT, and panelist on College GameDay, Nick Saban. Next, 3x Super Bowl Champion, former NFL General Manager, and host of the Lombardi Line and GM Shuffle podcast, Michael Lombardi joins the show to preview the Thanksgiving Day games and the Black Friday game, as well as give out a few picks for the weekend. Later, future Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, countless Pro Bowls and All-Pros and NFL on CBS analyst, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about his biggest takeaway’s from week 12, as well as chat about his Thanksgiving Day plans. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 Happy Thanksgiving, we’re off the next two days. We’ll see you for 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 recap last night’s Harbowl on Monday Night Football as the Ravens beat the Chargers 30-23, and John Harbaugh moved to 3-0 against Jim. Joining the progrum to break down tonight’s projected College Football Playoff bracket and the all the chaos that ensued on Saturday and all the chaos that could still be ahead is ESPN College Football Writer and Insider, Heather Dinich. Later, Defensive Tackle for the Chiefs, Tershawn Wharton joins the show to chat about catching a young Chiefs fan who fell over the guard rail at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, why the Chiefs win so many close games, and if this Chiefs team feels different than the last two Super Bowl teams he’s been on. Later, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and Quarterback for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about going back to Cal and seeing a lot of his old teammates to celebrate Coach Jeff Tedford, and to respond to all the reports about him in the last week including that he wants to play next year, but not for the Jets, potentially being placed on IR or released, his reported relationship with Woody Johnson, and his memories from playing on Thanksgiving. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow 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 tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices