The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1441 - TNF Preview, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule, Pete Thamel, Mike McCarthy, & AJ Hawk
Oct 30, 2025
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry discusses the implications of LSU's coaching contracts and the need for NCAA reforms. Nebraska's Head Coach Matt Rhule shares insights on his contract extension and prepares for upcoming games despite recent challenges. Super Bowl-winning coach Mike McCarthy breaks down strategies on game planning and halftime adjustments, while previewing the intense Chiefs vs. Bills matchup. Their collective insights provide a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of college and NFL coaching dynamics.
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Fix Coaching Contracts To Protect Taxpayers
- Governor Jeff Landry warned LSU contracts can leave taxpayers on the hook and called for incentive-based deals.
- He argued for NCAA or state-level guardrails to prevent massive guaranteed buyouts that reward failure.
Governor Reacts To Rising Ticket Prices
- Landry recounted learning ticket prices rose after a bad LSU loss and vowed not to burden local fans.
- He stressed Tiger Stadium fills with regular working people, not billionaires, when defending price concerns.
Use Performance-Based Coach Contracts
- Create performance-based contracts with clear metrics before committing huge guarantees.
- Use a template deal that rewards winning and limits taxpayer exposure when hiring marquee coaches.