PFT Live with Mike Florio Peter King on Spygate's impact on Belichick HOF snub + Jason Garrett previews Super Bowl LX + Ravens Head Coach Jesse Minter on Lamar Jackson (1/30 Hour 2)
Jan 30, 2026
Peter King, veteran NFL writer known for deep Football in America features, and Jason Garrett, former NFL head coach turned analyst, join the show. They debate Spygate’s role in Bill Belichick’s Hall of Fame snub and Hall of Fame voting transparency. Garrett previews Super Bowl coaching strategy and offers advice for Mike McDonald. The conversation also touches on quarterback development and memorable kicking-game stories.
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Weigh Misconduct Against Career Achievements
- Peter King says Spygate should be a factor but not disqualify Belichick from the Hall of Fame.
- He argues accomplishments (eight rings) outweigh the cheating incident once punishment occurred.
Protect The Selection Room From Leaks
- Peter King urges the Hall of Fame to protect the integrity of the selection room and limit leaks.
- He suggests the Hall should rethink pre-release timing tied to TV production to reduce inevitable leaks.
TV Production Creates Predictable Leaks
- King notes NFL Honors and early notifications for TV produce inevitable leaks.
- He warns that pre-announcing inductees 10–15 days early makes secrecy unrealistic.
