The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1486 - Dan Orlovsky, USMNT Player of the Year Chris Richards, JJ Watt, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
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Jan 14, 2026 Dan Orlovsky, a 12-year NFL quarterback and ESPN analyst, breaks down coaching vacancies and ranks the best head coaching jobs, highlighting opportunities in Atlanta. JJ Watt, three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, joins for Watt Wednesday to discuss the implications of Mike Tomlin's exit and the essential traits of effective head coaches. USMNT Player of the Year Chris Richards talks about his season with Crystal Palace. The group also dives into game strategies for upcoming playoff matchups and shares insights on coaching styles and team dynamics.
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Tomlin Exit Reframes Steelers Expectations
- Mike Tomlin stepping down after 19 seasons reframes expectations for Pittsburgh and signals a major cultural shift.
- Pat and the panel see TV or a future coaching trade as likely next steps for Tomlin.
Bishotti's Mic Energizes Ravens Job
- Baltimore owner Steve Bishotti's candid press conference energized coaching candidates and fans.
- His hands-off approach and personality make Baltimore an attractive job for prospective coaches.
Atlanta Is A High-Reward Head-Coach Job
- Dan Orlovsky ranks Atlanta as the best job to win now because of talent and line play.
- He advises coaches to find a quarterback quickly to convert talent into immediate wins.