The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1400 - Miami Head Coach Mario Cristobal, Scott Hanson, JJ Watt, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
Sep 3, 2025
Mario Cristobal, the dynamic head coach of the Miami Hurricanes, shares insights on rebuilding his program and his recent big win against Notre Dame. Scott Hanson, the energetic host of NFL RedZone, gives a behind-the-scenes look at the chaos of game day broadcasts, revealing the thrill of calling multiple games at once. JJ Watt, the former NFL star and new CBS analyst, discusses his excitement for upcoming matchups, including a juicy Micah Parsons trade rumor, and updates on his soccer teams. Expect lively debates and engaging banter throughout!
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Alabama's Post‑Saban Reality Check
- Hosts debate Alabama's decline after Saban and the pressure on Kalen DeBoer to win immediately.
- They link elite recruiting and culture to consistent national title contention.
Building Miami From Past Lessons
- Pat, Darius and Mario revisit Miami's turnaround, including Cam Ward's rise and Carson Beck stepping up.
- Cristobal recalls building culture through staff influences like Chuck Pagano and Greg Schiano.
Replacing A Franchise QB
- Pat and Mario discuss Cam Ward's departure and why Carson Beck will replace him as leader.
- Cristobal praises Beck's background with Monken and fit in Shannon Dawson's system.