The Pat McAfee Show

On today's show, Pat reacts to the expanding news of how serious the coronavirus pandemic is and further looks at how it is going to impact sports for the foreseeable future as the NCAA just announced they are canceling March Madness, the NBA is suspending it's season, and more leagues are looking into doing the same. Also joining the show is 12 year NFL Quarterback, current NFL analyst at ESPN, and friend of the program, Dan Orlovsky. Dan chats about just getting back from Disney World and going through the anxiety of making sure his family is okay as people are starting to be quarantined and go into lockdown. Dan and Pat also chat about Tom Brady's free agency, why the coronavirus won't inhibit teams from going after Brady, and why Dan thinks the Bucs are a very interesting and promising destination for Brady to end up (14:39-28:53). Also joining the show is Senior Lead NBA Insider and Analyst for The Athletic and Stadium, Shams Charania. Shams discusses breaking the news that Rudy Gobert was the first NBA player to test positive for coronavirus, what the next steps and precautions are for the NBA as a whole, when he sees the NBA resuming its season, and what it was like interviewing Gobert in person just two weeks before he tested positive for coronavirus (28:55-34:24). Lastly, Oklahoma City Thunder beat writer for The Athletic, Erik Horne stops by to chat about what it was like being in the arena as the Jazz/Thunder game was cancelled, the pulse of the fans in the stadium and whether they knew exactly what was going on, and what he's hearing around the league in terms of when teams will resume practicing and playing, and what teams are doing in terms of trying to stop the virus from spreading. At times like these, it's important for all of us to stick together and find a way to persevere through this. Come and laugh with us. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat and the boys react to all the new news coming out surrounding the Coronavirus and how it is going to affect the sports world with multiple leagues considering postponing games and deciding what needs to be done next. Pat also gives his take on Aqib Talib’s comments on Tom Brady being out the door in New England and Dak Prescott turning down 105 million dollars. Joining the show is 16 year NFL veteran at safety and Pat’s former teammate, Mike “Pops” Adams. Pat and Pops chat about what it’s been like seeing the league change over the course of his career and how the locker room environment has changed. Pops also gives his thoughts on taking team friendly deals, what he thinks Tom Brady should do, and what he wants to do now that he’s done playing football (23:52-41:51). To close out the show, 11 year NBA veteran and former Big Ten player of the year, Jared Jeffries joins the program. He and Pat chat about whether or not LeBron is the greatest athlete of all-time, who some of the teams are that could make a run in the NBA playoffs, if he has any gambling picks for March Madness, and he shares a few stories about what it was like being teammates with Michael Jordan (1:05:28-1:19:17). Stay safe out there everyone and enjoy today’s show. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat and the boys chat about Charlie Weis going on record and stating that he and "Tommy" Brady have been texting one another and that Tom doesn't know where he's going and neither does anyone else, so he wants everyone to slow down. Pat discusses Charlie Weis being Tom Brady's mouthpiece and what that means, as well as the implications league wide if Brady signs with the San Francisco 49ers. Also joining the show is 3x Super Bowl Champ, 2x Pro Bowler, chili mogul, and friend of the show, Mark "Stink" Schlereth. Pat and Mark chat about his thoughts on Tom Brady and how he sees a very real possibility that Brady doesn't end up back in New England, what he thinks about Charlie Weis being Tom Brady's new spokesman, his take on the CBA negotiations and what he thinks will happen there, and details why health insurance is so important to retired players as he has had 20+ surgeries, and whether or not he is still punking kids in the weight room (17:08-34:43). Pat also gives his thoughts on last weekend's Lakers/Clippers game and the guys chat about why LeBron is so great, whether or not the Lakers are the team to beat this year, and why that brand of basketball is so fun to watch, and Pat reacts to the Podcast NIT bracket being released and what he thinks about PMI's chances. Also included is a Youtube question to Pat about what his greater achievement was, the hit on Trindon Holliday, or recovering his own onside kick in Houston. Later, 17 year NFL veteran, a man who has played Quarterback for 11 teams most recently with the Eagles, and incredible basketball player, Josh McCown joins the program. Josh and Pat chat about him tearing the hamstring off the bone in the Eagles playoff loss to the Seahawks and what that rehab process is like, how he finished the game, and how badly it hurt. Josh also gives his take on the CBA negotiations as he went through it last time around, chats about his basketball game, being a high school football coach during the season, how he keeps his hair looking so good, and what's in store for his future (50:36-1:07:21). Today's a good one. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat and the boys chat about The Boston Herald report that Tom Brady and Bill Belichick had a phone conversation that did not go well, and what that means for Brady's upcoming decision. They also try to figure out whether Brady will end up back in New England, or move onto Tennessee, San Francisco, LA, Miami, or somewhere else. Later, 2x Pro Bowler, one of the best Tight Ends in the NFL, friend of the show and current Minnesota Viking, Kyle Rudolph. He explains to Pat whether or not he pushed off against the Saints in New Orleans in the playoffs this year, how things are going to be different in Minnesota after losing their OC, his relationship with Kirk Cousins, and his thoughts on the 450 page document that the NFLPA is sending players to sift through ahead of their vote on March 12 (12:49-27:01). Also joining the show is the starting Running Back for the Green Bay Packers, last year's league leader in rushing touchdowns, Aaron Jones. Pat and Aaron chat about his relationship with Aaron Rodgers and what their relationship is like, what his offseason has consisted of thus far, why he thinks he took such a big jump on the field this year, and what the Packers need to do in order to reach the Super Bowl (28:28-37:35). Also included in today's show is some News We Missed With Nick, and Pat and the guys react to Nik Wallenda's "death defying" volcano walk from the other night. Today's show is a fun one, come and laugh with us. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat and the guys react to the news that the 49ers are making a late push to bring Tom Brady to the Bay, a scenario which would see the Patriots trading for Jimmy Garoppolo, and reiterate the fact that Tom Brady has played free agency like an absolute genius. Pat and the guys also look at the plethora of quarterbacks that will be hitting the open market within the next few weeks and try to figure out where some of them will wind up, despite the fact that many teams are waiting for the Tom Brady domino to fall. Also joining the show is 2x Super Bowl Champion, #17 overall pick of the 2011 NFL draft by the New England Patriots and current offensive tackle for the New York Giants, Nate Solder. Pat and Nate talk about his positive thoughts towards the CBA and why he is going to vote yes, and how he is trying to be more of a voice for some of the core players who don't have as big of a social media following as some of the other players who have been vocal. He explains his thoughts on the whole process and what he's been hearing in his locker room. Nate also sheds some light on what it's like to be teammates with both Tom Brady and Jimmy Garoppolo and what their relationship was like, and whether or not he has any clue as to where Brady is going this offseason (34:05-46:16). Also included is News with Nick to round out what else we missed in the sports world. As always, send in the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat when listening to the show for the chance to win some free merch, and enjoy today's closing song by our very own Boston Connor. Today's a fun one. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s show is an absolutely loaded one. Pat recaps heading down to New Orleans to intro the starting lineups for the New Orleans Pelicans and helping the legend Red Panda during halftime. Pat and the boys also discuss Tom Brady, Julian Edelman, and Jimmy Fallon hanging out at a Syracuse basketball game where Julian Edelman said Tom Brady is coming back and Brady seemingly mouthed, “No he’s not.” Also joining the show is 2x Pro Bowler, All-Pro, a 13 year NFL veteran at linebacker, and current Vice President of the NFLPA, Lorenzo Alexander calls in to chat with Pat about all the recent developments with the negotiations between the NFL and NFLPA, and what it all means (7:37-22:28). Later, former #2 pick in the 1998 NFL Draft, Ryan Leaf joins Pat and the boys in studio. He and Pat discuss his falling out of the NFL, his descent into drug addiction and his long climb back, some crazy stories from his pre draft process, and who he thinks the top 5 quarterbacks in this year’s draft are (36:30-1:46:33). Also joining Pat and the boys in studio is one of the OG’s in the industry, the Voice of the NFL and friend of the show, Rich Eisen. Rich, Pat, and Ryan chat about the combine process, the unprecedented amount of great quarterbacks who are entering free agency this year, and Rich explains what happened behind the scenes with making the NFL combine what it is today (1:11:26-1:46:33). Keep sending tweets with the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat to show where you’re listening to the show for a chance to win some free merch. Come and laugh with us. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat and the boys are joined by seven year NFL veteran and now Quarterbacking Guru for QB Summit in which he gets college players ready for the NFL Draft, and aids in current NFL quarterback’s progression in the league, Jordan Palmer in studio. He chats about his process with Joe Burrow this year, and how they build a plan of attack in order to get him ready for his rookie season in the NFL, and not on being drafted by a specific team. He gives his idea for a new combine drill that will help dispel the small hands narrative, and talks about some of the other QB prospects in this year’s draft who he’s coached or watched film of (4:59-24:14). Next, all-time legend of a comedian, the best impressionist to ever walk this earth, friend of the show, Frank Caliendo joins Jordan Palmer on the couch. Pat and Frank have a heartfelt conversation on Frank coming along with his social media game to reintroduce himself to fans, Frank shares a hilarious story about performing at a corporate event for Tony Robbins, and of course Frank crushes impression after impression (26:30-01:11:43). Also included is Pat reacting to more from the CBA negotiations that now has some very elite players publicly voicing why they voted no, and a lot of the middling players on the roster voting yes, and where that leaves us now moving forward. Today’s show is a good time. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat sits down with Los Angeles Charges General Manager, Tom Telesco. Tom tells Pat the story of how he watched Pat at his bowl game Senior year and went back and told Bill Polian that he thought he had just found the Colts new punter. Tom also explains what it’s like being a General Manager during combine week, including all the things the Chargers are looking for, what the process is like, and whether he’s a best available, or biggest need guy. Pat also grills Tom about Tom Brady potentially landing in Los Angeles with the Chargers and if they’re in the market for a veteran Quarterback after the departure of Phillip Rivers. It’s a great interview into the mind of one of the 32 decision makers during the NFL Combine (2:58-21:46). Also joining the show is 7x Pro Bowler, 3x All-Pro, former center for the New York Jets and friend of the show, Nick Mangold. Nick and Pat discuss the new reports coming out about the CBA and Nick gives his stance on where he stands, and what he thinks certain players are rejecting, why the process took so long the other night, and what things may be holding it up from being passed. Nick and Pat also chat about his love for barbecue, and getting into the barbecue sauce game (39:04-55:06). Pat and Digs also discuss Pat winning the Heisman Trophy of radio, dive a little bit deeper into the CBA negotiations as certain things are now starting to be reported and some big name players still have massive issues with the deal, and they do a deep dive into Zion Williamson and LeBron’s first matchup, and why it is impossible not to be impressed with what Zion has done in his first handful of games in the NBA and why LeBron is still so tough. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat for your chance to win some free march. Today’s show is a fun one. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat and the boys recap the Tyson Fury v. Deontae Wilder fight and how they were duped all week about how Fury had no chance. Pat explains how he’s now a huge Tyson Fury fan and doesn’t know how he wasn’t before this fight. Later, The Machine, Bert Kreischer joins Pat and the guys live in studio for over an hour of hilarity. They cover Bert’s new tour and Netflix Special that are going on right now, he lets people know what Joe Rogan is really like, talks with Pat more about his bet with Bill Burr that he could kick at least a 30 yard field goal in an NFL type of environment, chats about the Mickey Mantle gene, and gives his take on the XFL and gives a couple of ways he thinks they could improve the product. Plus Pat and Bert do an ad read for the ages. It’s a helluva good time. (14:34-1:10:18 ) Today’s show is a fun one, come and laugh with us. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat reacts to the new proposed CBA which was reported by Adam Schefter a couple of nights ago. Pat tries to break down and make sense of all of the mathematics, and dives into what it means, why the players will take issue with certain parts, and what the owners are probably thinking as they try to navigate their way through the whole thing. Pat and the boys also discuss the proposed addition of one more playoff team in the AFC and NFC, and why players like Richard Sherman are very vocal about making their decisions regarding the CBA very carefully. Later, Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network and NFL.com joins the show to give a more in depth breakdown of what he is hearing from owners and players regarding these CBA negotiations, where he thinks the potential snags will be, and where some more of the discussions and challenges will lead over the course of the next few days as owners and the NFLPA representatives meet. Tom also gives Pat his take on Tom Brady and whether or not he will actually spurn New England for free agency (20:10-36:06). Pat also takes a couple of calls from around the nation and dives into the Titans current situation and whether or not they should give Derrick Henry a max contract and resign Ryan Tannehill or if they should let them go and try to tank for Trevor Lawrence, and looks ahead to Tyson Fury/Deontay Wilder II and gives his prediction for what will happen in the highly anticipated rematch. Make sure to get your St. Paddy’s day gear as it goes on sale today on patmcafeeshow.com. Today’s a good one, come and laugh with us. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices