The Pat McAfee Show

PMS 2.0 1423 - OVERREACTION MONDAY, NFL Week 5 Recap, MNF Preview, Ryan Fitzpatrick and Andrew Whitworth, Adam Schefter, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

Oct 6, 2025
Join NFL analyst Adam Schefter and former linebacker A.J. Hawk as they dive into the highlights of a thrilling Week 5. Schefter shares breaking news, essential injury updates, and key matchups, while Hawk offers insights on the Colts' ascendance as contenders and assesses Baker Mayfield's clutch performances. The duo also addresses the Dolphins' surprising collapse and dives into college football's biggest moments. With plenty of banter and predictions for Monday Night Football, it’s a must-listen for any sports fan!
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INSIGHT

Chemistry Drives Better Broadcasts

  • Andrew Whitworth and Ryan Fitzpatrick credit chemistry, shared love of the game, and locker-room vibe for Thursday Night Football's success.
  • Authentic relationships among broadcasters translate into better TV and viewer engagement.
INSIGHT

Season Of Late-Game Chaos

  • Week 5 produced historic late-game comebacks and game-winning kicks, signaling a season of parity and volatility.
  • The NFL now sees an unusual number of go-ahead scores in the final minute through just five weeks.
ANECDOTE

Cardinals' Goal-Line Fumble Echoes Indy Mistake

  • Ryan Fitzpatrick, an Arizona native, described the Cardinals' late-goal-line fumble as a repeat of a costly play that haunts franchises.
  • He called out the play call and expressed relief it was ruled a fumble against Arizona.
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