The Pat McAfee Show

Tyrese Haliburton, NBA All-Star for the Indiana Pacers, discusses his team’s thrilling journey to the Eastern Conference Finals and the importance of teamwork. NFL player Dion Dawkins shares entertaining drifting stories and insights into off-season life, while ESPN's Marty Smith offers an insider’s view of the PGA Championship. Jeff Passan provides his take on the latest MLB controversies and player performances, all wrapped in a blend of humor and sports passion.

Dan Orlovsky, a 12-year NFL quarterback and ESPN analyst, dissects the intriguing quarterback dynamics in the league and shares insights on the upcoming NFL schedule. Rich Paul, the influential CEO of Klutch Sports, discusses the NBA playoffs and the surprising Dallas Mavericks' draft lottery win. Pat Maroon, a 3-time Stanley Cup champion, provides a thrilling analysis of the NHL playoffs and team strategies, while adding his unique perspective on player injuries and team performance. Expect lively banter and real sports insights!

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap WWE Backlash, & the NBA & NHL  playoff action from this weekend including the Pacers blowing out the Cavaliers in Game 4, the Dallas Stars taking the lead over the Winnipeg Jets, and of course the fall out from Pat's match against Gunther. In the first hour, we are joined by ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania for an update on Giannis Antetokounmpo's openness to finding a new home in the league, Cavs' Guard Donovan Mitchell's MRI on his re-aggravated ankle injury, what to look for in the NBA Draft Lottery tonight, and more. Also in the first hour, ESPN's NHL play-by-play announcer Steve Levy stops by to chat about the main storylines from the Stanley Cup playoffs thus far, including Mikko Rantanen's outrageous production, what the Maple Leafs need to do against the Florida Panthers, and more. In the second hour, NFL Network's Senior Insider & friend of the progrum Ian Rapoport stops by to talk about the announcement of opening night between the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles & the Dallas Cowboys, what to expect from schedule releases this week, an update on the Trey Hendrickson, Cincinnati Bengals contract stalemate, Derek Carr's retirement, the attention around Cleveland Browns' OTAs, and more. To wrap things up, we debuted a new iteration of Things That Are Happening In the Sports World. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shams Charania, a Senior NBA Insider for The Athletic, shares the latest buzz on playoff dynamics, including the Warriors’ struggles without Steph Curry. Pete Thamel, an ESPN expert, dives into the evolving college football landscape, discussing playoff expansions and team budgets. Former NBA champion J.R. Smith shares insights on balancing golf and basketball while reflecting on his past playoff experiences. The hosts create a lively atmosphere, highlighting electrifying playoff moments and the communal joys of sports fandom.

Quentin Richardson, a 13-year NBA veteran and ESPN analyst, dives into the thrilling NBA playoffs, highlighting standout players and unexpected team performances. NFL insiders Ian Rapoport and Peter Schrager discuss captivating trade news and player prospects, including the recent George Pickens trade to the Cowboys. Ryan Smith, owner of the Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth, shares insights on his journey as an NHL owner and branding a new team. The conversation dances between sports excitement, playful banter about the new pope, and community engagement around the new franchise.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s two massive upsets in the NBA Playoffs that saw the Knicks edge the Celtics in overtime in Boston, and Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets take down the Thunder in Oklahoma City, as well as the Maple Leafs victory over Panthers in the Eastern Conference Semis. Joining the show to chat about last night’s NBA action as well as the games tonight and his thoughts on the playoffs as a whole and moving forward is 20 year NBA veteran, 3x Sixth Man of the Man, #8 overall pick of the 2000 NBA Draft, former NBA on TNT analyst and future NBC NBA analyst, Jamal Crawford. Next, ESPN College Football Insider and reporter, Heather Dinich joins the show to chat about all the different pieces of news that have come out in the college football world. Later, 3x Super Bowl Champion, and current GM of the Washington Commanders, Adam Peters joins the show to chat about Washington’s quick turnaround, when he knew Jayden Daniels was going to be special, his relationship with Josh Harris, hosting the Draft in 2027 and the new stadium plans, his draft this year and draft process as a whole, and much much more.  Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’re off tomorrow for some meetings, we’ll be back on Thursday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat is LIVE from Omaha, Nebraska ahead of tonight's Monday Night RAW on Netflix, while Darius Butler and the boys are back in Indianapolis in the ThunderDome, and AJ is back in Ohio. They cover all the playoff action from the NBA and NHL over the weekend including two of the greatest game 7's in recent memory in the NHL, the Kentucky Derby, all the different boxing action that took place, as well as everything else happening around the sports world. Joining the show to chat about all the NBA playoff series, and preview the upcoming series' is 13 year NBA veteran, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, 2005 NBA 3-point contest champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richarson. Next, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to chat about all the different talking points around the NFL including Washington getting the draft in 2027, their new stadium, Abdul Carter's search for a new number, and if Brock Purdy's deal is getting done any time soon. Later, 5th overall pick of the 2002 NHL Draft, 11 year NHL veteran, and co-host of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, Ryan Whitney joins the show to chat about the incredible playoff hockey action, which matchups are the best in the next round, who the best goalie left is, and who Whit thinks is going to win the Stanley Cup. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matthew Tkachuk, a Stanley Cup Champion and fierce competitor for the Florida Panthers, shares insights on his team's journey against the Tampa Bay Lightning as they prepare to face the Maple Leafs. Quentin Richardson, a 13-year NBA veteran and ESPN analyst, dives into the intensity of the NBA playoffs, highlighting the physicality of the series and offering candid takes on team dynamics. The lively discussion also touches on the upcoming boxing event in Times Square, blending sports, camaraderie, and the thrill of live entertainment.

Shams Charania, a Senior NBA Insider at The Athletic and ESPN, discusses playoff performances, including the Lakers' surprising elimination and the rising star Anthony Edwards. Joe Hortiz, GM of the Los Angeles Chargers, shares insights on NFL draft strategies, including his approach to selecting players like Khalil Mack and the dynamics of building a championship team. Tom Wilson offers a candid look at his gameplay style and the Capitals' playoff ambitions, highlighting the intensity of NHL competition.

Jason Licht, General Manager of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, shares insights on player evaluations, rehabilitation of Chris Godwin, and adapting to new coaching strategies. Dan Morgan, GM of the Carolina Panthers and a College Football Hall of Famer, discusses Bryce Young’s progress, draft picks, and his workout regimen. NBA star Tyrese Haliburton reflects on his game-winning performance against the Bucks, discusses playoff preparation, and shares his father's interaction with Giannis. Together, they explore the intricacies of team management and the thrill of sports.