The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1390 - NFL Preseason Week 2 Recap, Ian Rapoport, Dan Orlovsky, Harry Douglas, Jeff Passan, & Darius Butler
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Aug 18, 2025 Ian Rapport, NFL Network Senior Insider, recaps the NFL Preseason Week 2, sharing insights on players like Trey Hendrickson and Micah Parsons. Dan Orlovsky, a seasoned NFL veteran, highlights Caleb Williams’ outstanding performance and discusses the Rams’ quarterback situation. Harry Douglas talks about Terry McLaurin’s status and identifies rookie wide receivers poised for breakout seasons. The conversation mixes serious analysis with lighthearted banter, offering a comprehensive look at the current NFL landscape and team dynamics.
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Late-August Drama Forces Decisions
- Teams often push negotiation drama close to season start to force action or induce market movement.
- Rapoport explained the Patriots appear unusually open to trading premium assets during their current window.
Pay For Availability And Ball Skills
- Value consistent availability when signing receivers; durability and reliability matter to young quarterbacks.
- Darius Butler argued Terry McLaurin's steady presence and contested-catch skill justify DK Metcalf-level money.
Pay Up During A Young-QB Window
- If you want to land premium players, be ready to trade high picks plus elite young talent; immediate windows change valuation.
- Rapoport warned contenders with young QBs often pay up now because quarterback cost timing matters.