The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1445 - Watt Wednesday, Peter Schrager, Calvin Johnson, Stanford Steve, In the Trenches with AQ Shipley, Everything DB with Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
Nov 5, 2025
Peter Schrager, an ESPN insider renowned for his NFL trade insights, dives into the league's recent trade deadline dynamics. Multi-time All-Pro JJ Watt shares first-hand experiences from both on and off the field, including his broadcasting ventures. Meanwhile, College football analyst Stanford Steve dissects the college playoff rankings, shedding light on crucial matchups ahead. The group discusses the changing landscape of team strategies, and the growing tensions in streaming access, all while keeping the conversation entertaining and light-hearted.
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Colts' All-In Trade Mindset
- The Colts traded two first-round picks and a receiver to acquire Sauce Gardner as a ‘win-now’ move focused on this season’s Super Bowl window.
- Pat McAfee and Peter Schrager emphasize ownership’s willingness to spend now rather than preserve future picks.
Brissett's Immediate Offensive Impact
- Jacoby Brissett revitalized the Cardinals’ offense, excelling on third-and-long and play-action when given trust and reps.
- AQ Shipley and others stress that quarterback fit and health can rapidly change a team’s trajectory.
Contracts Drive Organizational Decisions
- Kyler Murray’s contract complications (huge dead cap) limit simple roster decisions, making ownership and new staff alignment critical.
- Peter Schrager notes new regimes are likelier to rip the band-aid off when they didn’t draft the player.