

The Pat McAfee Show
Pat McAfee, ESPN
Join Pat McAfee, AJ Hawk, the Toxic Table, and Tone Digs Monday-Friday as they tackle the biggest news in sports. Former Pro Bowl punter McAfee and his friends make an extremely uncommon combination of insider expertise, insightful perspective, and relatable ridiculousness. Every day promises one-of-a-kind entertainment that won't be seen anywhere else.
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Mar 19, 2024 • 3h 21min
PMS 2.0 1092 - Michael Lombardi, Kendrick Perkins, Will Compton, & Jordan Poyer
On today’s show, Pat and the boys recap some of the other big free agent signings that happened last night including Chase Young signing a one year, fully guaranteed deal with the Saints, and everything else happening around the sports world, including the Japanese Steph Curry about to take the NCAA Tournament by storm, Keisei Tominaga. Joining the progrum to chat about lying season, the last few days of free agency, and turning our attention to the NFL Draft is former NFL GM, 3x Super Bowl Champion, and host of the GM Shuffle and Lombardi Line, Michael Lombardi (20:36-52:49). Next, 16 year NBA veteran, NBA Champion, and ESPN NBA Analyst, Kendrick Perkins joins the show to chat about Anthony Edwards’ dunk last night, LeBron and JJ Redick’s new podcast, Zion’s weight loss throughout the season, if any of the play-in teams will be able to make a run in the playoffs, and more (1:11:36-1:44:34). Next, 10 year NFL veteran and host of Bussin’ With The Boys, Will Compton calls in briefly to explain why he hasn’t been talking about Nebraska Cornhuskers sharp shooter, Keisei Tominaga (1:51:26-1:52:28). Lastly, 12 year NFL veteran, Pro Bowler, All-Pro, and new Safety for the Miami Dolphins, Jordan Poyer joins the show to chat about his Ayahuasca experience extensively, and about his new team and how excited he is to be a Miami Dolphin (1:56:51-2:19:46). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 18, 2024 • 2h 42min
PMS 2.0 1091 - Men's and Women's March Madness Bracket Reactions, Adam Schefter, Elle Duncan, & Rece Davis
On today’s show, Pat and the boys recap both the men’s and women’s March Madness brackets, including all the snubs, which matchups are the most intriguing, and much more. They also discuss yesterday’s exhilarating finish to the Players Championship, everything we missed over the weekend in terms of NFL news including Justin Fields getting traded to the Steelers for a conditional 6th round pick next year, and much more. Joining the progrum to chat about which free agents might be not he move next, all the different draft scenarios that might play out over the next few weeks, and which information we’re hearing might not be true is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter (23:13-38:43). Later, host of ESPN’s Women’s College GameDay and SportsCenter anchor, Elle Duncan joins the show for a comprehensive breakdown of the women’s bracket (1:13:56-1:32:28), followed by College GameDay host for both basketball and football, Rece Davis, who gives a comprehensive breakdown of the men’s bracket (1:34:01-1:52:44). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 15, 2024 • 3h 29min
PMS 2.0 1090 - Feel Good Friday With Kendrick Perkins, Dan Orlovsky, Ian Rapoport, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap yesterday’s biggest moves in NFL free agency, and are a little slap happy after having to stay in Pittsburgh last night until 4:30 AM due to inclement weather. Joining the progrum to give an extensive NBA update is 16 year NBA veteran, NBA Champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Kendrick Perkins (29:30-54:14). Next, 12 year NFL veteran at QB, and ESPN NFL analyst/guru Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat about his favorite Quarterback’s in the draft, why he doesn’t think the Patriots are going to draft a Quarterback, what’s going to happen with Justin Fields, and much more (1:19:40-2:15:30). Later, NFL Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to recap the crazy week in free agency and reacts to the breaking news that Kenny Pickett is being traded from the Steelers to the Eagles in a pick swap (2:18:10-2:48:21). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 14, 2024 • 2h 59min
PMS 2.0 1089 - Joe Flacco, Kyle Busch, Damien Woody, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap yesterday’s biggest moves in NFL free agency as Joe Flacco has officially signed a 1 year deal with the Colts to be their backup Quarterback, and former Jaguars Wide Receiver, Calvin Ridley signed with the Titans out of nowhere on a 4 year deal, as well as everything else happening around the sports world while also celebrating Pi Day. Joining the progrum to chat about signing with the Colts, how he envisions his role with the team, and if he was surprised that it took this long to sign is Super Bowl Champion/MVP, 2023 NFL Comeback Player of the Year, Joe Flacco (21:03-38:51). Next, one of the greatest motor sports racers of all-time, NASCAR legend, Kyle Busch joins the show to chat about the season, the differences between F1, IndyCar, and NASCAR, how the sport has changed over the years, and why he still hasn’t lost his edge (1:36:28-2:02:25). Lastly, 2x Super Bowl Champion, Pro Bowler, and current ESPN NFL analyst, Damien Woody joins the show to chat about his involvement in The Dynasty, offensive lineman getting broken off in free agency, how much Jason Kelce retiring impacts the Eagles, his new look, and much more (2:02:45-2:18:19). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 13, 2024 • 3h 28min
PMS 2.0 1088 - A New NFL League Year Officially Begins, Michael Lombardi, Luke Combs, Bill Cowher, Rece Davis, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys continue to chat about all the different free agency moves, and the Chargers having some decisions to make about some marquee players in order to get cap compliant before the start of the new league year. They also announce that they will be doing the show live from Iowa City next Friday ahead of Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes first round game of the NCAA tournament. Joining the progrum to chat about free agency and what other moves he see’s coming is 3x Super Bowl Champion, host of the Lombardi Line and GM Shuffle podcast, and NY Times best selling author, Michael Lombardi. Next, one of the most popular country artists in the world, winner of countless awards, and Carolina Panthers superfan, Luke Combs joins the show to chat about how he’s dealing with everything going on with the Panthers, and the songwriting process. Next, Hall of Famer, former Head Coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and CBS NFL analyst, Bill Cowher joins the show to chat about all the different moves being made in free agency, his thoughts on the Steelers moving forward, and his upcoming roast. Later, College GameDay host for both football and basketball, friend of the progrum, Rece Davis joins the show give us updates on everything we need to know as we approach the men’s NCAA tournament. Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 12, 2024 • 3h 17min
PMS 2.0 1087 - Free Agency Continues, Feel The Beat With Sal Paolantonio, Sheena Quick, Matt Schneidman, & Mark Kaboly, Field Yates LIVE From Oregon's Pro Day, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk
On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the different signings as free agency continues including some of the bigger splashes including Derrick Henry to the Ravens, Aaron Jones to the Vikings, Patrick Queen to the Steelers, all the different QB movement, and which teams might be looking to do more this week. They also chat about their experience getting scanned to be in the new WWE2K24 video game, and everything else happening in the sports world. Joining the progrum to Feel the Beat as we check the temperature with free agency signings and trades is Sal Paolantonio with the Eagles, Sheena Quick with the Panthers, Matt Schneidman with the Packers, and Mark Kaboly with the Steelers (14:43-56:38). Also joining the progrum LIVE from Oregon's Pro Day with an update on Bo Nix and other draft eligible players from Oregon as well as which Pro Day's are up next is ESPN Fantasy Guru and NFL Analyst, Field Yates (2:19:31-2:29:27). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 11, 2024 • 3h 32min
PMS 2.0 1086 - NFL Manic Monday With Dan Orlovsky, Suga Sean O'Malley, Jordan Schultz, and Darius Butler & AJ Hawk LIVE in Studio
On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, Darius Butler and the boys break dahn ALL the NFL news around the opening of the NFL's legal tampering period for free agents, starting with Russell Wilson's fresh start on the veteran minimum with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Mac Jones' trade to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Pat and the boys also react to Michael Pittman Jr. & Zaire Franklin signing extensions with the Colts, the Chicago Bears signing former Eagles RB D'Andre Swift, LT Dion Dawkins' extension with the Bills, former Cowboys RB Tony Pollard signing with the Titans, former Giants RB Saquon Barkley signing with Eagles, former Dolphins DT Christian Wilkins reaching a massive deal with the Raiders, and much more. In the first hour, ESPN Analyst Dan Orlovsky joined the progrum to give his thoughts on Russ' fit with the Steelers, Baker Mayfield's extension with the Bucs, and potential trade destinations for Justin Fields. In the second hour, Pat, Darius, AJ, and the boys are joined by UFC Bantamweight Champion Suga Sean O'Malley to recap his dominant title defense against Chito Vera, what his future holds, what cutting weight has been like, and more. In the third hour, Pat & the boys continue to break dahn the free agent frenzy including former Raiders' RB Josh Jacobs signing with the Packers, Jets DE Bryce Huff signing with the Eagles, Vikings QB Kirk Cousins reaching a MASSIVE 4 year deal with the Atlanta Falcons, and more. Also in the third hour, Bleacher Report's NFL Insider Jordan Schultz joined the show to discuss some of his latest tweets, including a live edit of a typo, and what news he sees coming dahn the pipe next. Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 8, 2024 • 3h 10min
PMS 2.0 1085 - Feel Good Friday With Michael Lombardi, NHL Trade Deadline Update With Kevin Weekes, Ian Rapoport, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about everything going on around the sports world as NFL free agency is right around the corner, NCAA women’s college basketball conference tournaments starting, what’s going to happen with Russell Wilson as he’s taking meetings in both New York with the Giants and Pittsburgh with the Steelers, and much more. Joining the show to chat about how this period in the NFL calendar should be referred to as “lying season,” is former NFL GM, 3x Super Bowl Champion, host of the Lombardi Line and GM Shuffle Podcast, friend of the progrum, Michael Lombardi (24:09-53:06). Next, 11 year NHL veteran, NHL Analyst on ESPN and NHL Insider, Kevin Weeks joins the progrum to give updates on what’s going on with the NHL trade deadline and who the movers and shakers are (1:40:04-1:47:19). Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to give a wrap-up of the week and what we should be expecting come Monday when free agency essentially begins (2:17:28-2:57:56). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 7, 2024 • 3h 25min
PMS 2.0 1084 - It's A Zoo Thursday With Sal Capaccio, Mark Schlereth, Chip Kelly, Zach Ertz, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Buffalo Bills cutting a bunch of the core pieces of their team in an attempt to get under the salary cap, as well as the Broncos releasing Pro Bowl Safety Justin Simmons as Sean Payton attempts to rebuild. Joining the progrum to take about all the moves the Bills have made, the vibes in Buffalo, as well as the everything going on with the new stadium is Buffalo Bills beat and sideline reporter, Sal Capaccio (19:09-39:36). Next, 3x Super Bowl Champion, 2x Pro Bowler, and color commentator for the NFL on FOX, Mark Schlereth joins the show to chat about the Broncos rebuild and why it was finally time for them to get rid of Russell Wilson (1:14:45-1:23:16). Next, new Offensive Coordinator of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Chip Kelly joins the show to chat about why he decided to leave his post as Head Coach of UCLA, and why he’s enjoying life now that he’s getting to actually coach (1:30:25-1:40:14). Later, Super Bowl Champion, 3x Pro Bowler, and new TE for the Washington Commanders, Zach Ertz joins the show to chat about why he’s excited to be back with Kliff Kingsbury, Jason Kelce’s retirement speech, if he knows anything about the direction Washington is going at QB, some Jim Harbaugh stories, and more (2:13:01-2:30:57). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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

Mar 6, 2024 • 2h 58min
PMS 2.0 1083 - Kendrick Perkins, Texans TE Dalton Schultz, Pacman Jones LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today's show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about the combine, Xavier Worthy's 40 time, and if his smaller frame matters in today's NFL, plus they wrap around the sports world and check in on other sports that are happening including bull riding, lacrosse, the Iditarod, college softball, and all the other sports we may not be cognizant of right now. Joining the progrum to chat about the NBA season right now, Wemby, how today's NBA is different than 20 years ago, and why he thinks this year's NBA playoffs might be one of the best ever is 15 year NBA veteran, NBA Champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Kendrick Perkins (34:48-55:08). Later, fresh off signing a new three year deal, and to chat about the Houston Texans success this last year, CJ Stroud as a teammate, his relationship with DeMeco Ryans and why he's been such a good Head Coach so far, why Bobby Slowik is an offensive mastermind, and his insane gaming background, is Tight End for the Houston Texans, Dalton Schultz (2:04:57-2:37:03). Make sure you subscribe to YouTube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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