

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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Jan 23, 2024 • 2h 35min
PMS 2.0 1062 - Tight End and Big Business Tuesday With WWE President Nick Khan, Greg Olsen, George Kittle, Darius Butler LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the slander that Brock Purdy is dealing with despite being in his second season as a starter and leading the NFL in almost every statistical passing category this year, plus they chat about Brian Callahan being hired by the Titans as Head Coach, and what other coaching and GM hires we might see within the next few days. Joining the show to chat about the WWE signing a massive 10 year $5 billion deal with to send Monday Night Raw to Netflix is the President of the WWE, Nick Khan (9:44-30:03). Next, 3x Pro Bowler, 2x All-Pro, 14 NFL vet at Tight End, and now the color commentator of the #1 booth for Fox Sports, Greg Olsen joins the show to chat about the Divisional Round, the Brock Purdy slander, people killing Josh Allen for not winning, the place analytics have in calling a game, his thoughts on Carolina hiring Dan Morgan as GM, what is going to happen next year when Tom Brady is supposed to slide into the Fox Booth, and more (33:16-56:06). Later, 5x Pro Bowler, 4x All-Pro, Tight End for the San Francisco 49ers, George Kittle joins the show to chat about the massive Divisional round win against the Packers, how Deebo getting hurt impacted the game, his early prep for the Lions and what he’s seen on film, what Brock Purdy is like in the locker room, what Trent Williams said at halftime, if he selects the pregame music for the boom box, and more (1:41:55-2:05:33). 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

Jan 22, 2024 • 2h 52min
PMS 2.0 1061 - OVERREACTION MONDAY, NFL Divisional Playoffs Recap, Adam Schefter, Kyle Van Noy, Ian Rapoport, Darius Butler LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On this episode, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in the crazy NFL Divisional Playoff round. They discuss the Ravens' dominance, the 49ers' comeback victory, the Lions advancing, the Chiefs eliminating the Bills. The guests Adam Schefter, Kyle Van Noy, and Ian Rapoport join to talk about coaching hires, player status, and more.

Jan 19, 2024 • 2h 49min
PMS 2.0 1060 - NFL Divisional Playoff Round Preview/Picks, Michael Lombardi, Jordan Poyer, Ian Rapoport, & AJ Hawk
Michael Lombardi, Jordan Poyer, Ian Rapoport, and AJ Hawk join the show for discussions on the Divisional Round playoff games, coaches hiring processes, the mood in Buffalo before facing the Chiefs, OC and DC candidates, and the upcoming NFL Divisional Round matchups.

Jan 18, 2024 • 3h 14min
PMS 2.0 1059 - The Dallas Cowboys Retain Mike McCarthy, Dan Orlovsky, P.K. Subban, Coach Chuck Pagano LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Mike McCarthy officially being retained by the Dallas Cowboys despite everyone calling for him to be fired, and some of the other coaching interviews including Kliff Kingsbury interviewing for the Bears OC position, David Shaw interviewing with the Chargers for their vacant Head Coaching position, Bill Belichick doing another interview with the Atlanta Falcons, and which other positions are seemingly already filled as we also look ahead to the Divisional Round of the playoffs. Joining the progrum to chat about the Mike McCarthy situation and why he wanted him gone, Mike Tomlin staying in Pittsburgh, Jerod Mayo’s first press conference in New England, and what he expects out of the Divisional Round matchups is 12 year NFL veteran at Quarterback and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky (20:47-54:02). Later, 13 year NHL veteran, 4x NHL All-Star, and now ESPN NHL analyst, P.K. Subban joins the show to chat about the Oilers hot streak and why Conor McDavid is putting together one of the best seasons ever, Sidney Crosby’s continued dominance, which teams will be buyers and sellers at the deadline, and what happened to his beloved Cowboys (2:03:39-2:25:21). 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

Jan 17, 2024 • 3h 1min
PMS 2.0 1058 - Trenches Wednesday With Marc-André Fleury, JJ Watt, Jake Johnson, AQ Shipley and Darius Butler LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Jason Kelce’s retirement and what it means to the offensive line community and the NFL as a whole and how difficult it is to walk away from the game, Mike Tomlin telling his players that he’s not going anywhere, how impressive Todd Bowles’ game plan against the Eagles was and how it will differ against the Lions, and everything else happening around the NFL as we prepare for the Divisional Round. Joining the progrum to chat about his career, this season, and where he may end up next is 3x Stanley Cup Champion, 2003 1st overall pick of the NHL Draft, the 2nd winningest goalie of all-time, Marc-Andre Fleury (42:34-56:08). Next, 3x DPOY, future Hall of Famer, Houston Texans Ring of Honor member, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about the playoffs, which teams he likes moving forward, his problems with PFF as a grading system, Burnley getting screwed by VAR, what he would do if he were Jerry Jones, and much more (1:07:02-2:19:45). Later, actor, writer, producer, and director, Jake Johnson joins the show to chat about his Bears and what he’d like to see them do with the #1 pick and kick the tires on Jim Harbaugh, his new film Self Reliance available on Hulu which he starred, directed, and wrote, his career as a whole, what’s next, and much more (2:23:27-2:50:40). 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

Jan 16, 2024 • 3h 18min
PMS 2.0 1057 - OVERREACTION TUESDAY, Super Wildcard Monday Recap, Michael Lombardi, Harry Douglas, Buffalo Bills Center Mitch Morse, Darius Butler LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to both of the playoff games yesterday including the Bills and Josh Allen running wild all over the Steelers, and the Buccaneers dominating the Eagles last night that has everyone wondering what the hell happened in Philadelphia and if widespread changes are coming, before looking around the internet at some of the biggest overreactions from the weekend. Joining the show to break down everything that happened during Super Wildcard Weekend, who surprised him the most, and where he thinks Bill Belichick is going to end up next year whether it be in Atlanta after interviewing there, or if he’ll ultimately go to the Cowboys (20:34-55:48). Next, 10 year NFL veteran at wide receiver, Atlanta Falcon and Louisville legend and now ESPN NFL Analyst, Harry Douglas joins the show to chat about why Bill Belichick might be interested in the Falcons Head Coaching job, and what he thinks the Falcons are going to do at the Quarterback position moving forward (1:15:54-1:42:06). Later, Pro Bowler, and current Center for the Buffalo Bills, Mitch Morse joins the show to chat about the Bills massive win yesterday over the Steelers, how the team has come together after the Sean McDermott hit piece came out, playing in the elements in Buffalo, their thoughts when the game initially got moved back due to weather, their upcoming matchup with the Chiefs and if there is any extra juice there, wanting Josh Allen to slide more, and much more (1:58:57-2:23:54). 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

Jan 15, 2024 • 3h 25min
PMS 2.0 1056 - Super Wildcard Weekend Recap, Super Wildcard Monday Doubleheader Preview, Adam Schefter, Bills Sideline/Beat Reporter Sal Capaccio, Ice Cube, Darius Butler LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap Super Wildcard Weekend which saw the Packers demolish the Cowboys in Jerry World that’s raising questions about whether or not Bill Belichick will be the next Head Coach of the Cowboys, the Brand New Lions finally getting a playoff victory over Matt Stafford and the Rams, if the Chiefs are back after decisively beating the Dolphins, and CJ Stroud with another masterful performance as the Texans destroyed the Browns, before previewing the Steelers/Bills and Eagles/Buccaneers games. Joining the progrum to give some injury updates from over the weekend, if Belichick to the Cowboys is going to happen, Jim Harbaugh interviewing for the Chargers Head Coaching job, and who’s in and who’s out tonight is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter (20:56-54:34). Next, Buffalo Bills sideline and beat reporter Sal Capaccio joins the show LIVE from Highmark Stadium to give a weather update, what Buffalo is going to do with all the snow still on the seats as game time approaches, why the game needed to be rescheduled, and give a few injury updates for the game as well (1:14:02-1:28:20). Later, international superstar and member of 3 Hall of Fames, Ice Cube joins the show to chat about the inaugural “Ice Cube Impact” Award being given out by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, the Big 3’s upcoming season, and who he wants to see as the next Raiders Head Coach (2:17:53-2:28:27). 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

Jan 12, 2024 • 2h 40min
PMS 2.0 1055 - Super Wildcard Weekend Preview, Kalen DeBoer Negotiating Deal To Become Next Alabama Head Coach, Michael Lombardi, America's Weatherman Jim Cantore, Jordan Poyer, & AJ Hawk
Football analyst Michael Lombardi breaks down everything happening in New England, predicts Bill Belichick's next move, and gives his picks for Super Wildcard Weekend. Famous weatherman Jim Cantore discusses severe weather in Buffalo and Kansas City. Buffalo Bills safety Jordan Poyer chats about the playoff game and playing in the elements. Topics include weather impact on games, coaching hires, succession plan for Patriots' head coach, and quarterback confidence in the playoffs.

Jan 11, 2024 • 3h 12min
PMS 2.0 1054 - Bill Belichick and the Patriots Mutually Part Ways, Nick Saban Retires, Rob Ninkovich, Aaron Rodgers, Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning, Bobby Wagner, Ian Rapoport, Rece Davis, Coach Chuck Pagano LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys react to the breaking news that Bill Belichick and the Patriots have mutually agreed to part ways as they listen to the joint press conference between Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft, react to the other breaking news that Nick Saban has officially retired as the Head Coach of Alabama, all the different openings and changes and how these decisions impact those, as well as previewing Super Wild Card Weekend. Pat and the boys are also joined by several incredible guests including: Rob Ninkovich about the Belichick era (41:34-57:55), Aaron Rodgers on Belichick and Nick Saban (1:18:09-1:23:45), Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning to address rumors he’d be the next Alabama Head Coach (1:33:54-1:42:51), Bobby Wagner on Pete Carroll’s legacy (1:52:16-1:53:28), Ian Rapoport about the Belichick situation and all the different coaching vacancies (1:55:20-2:30:12), and Rece Davis after a lengthy sit-down with Nick Saban (2:42:43-2:49:57). 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

Jan 10, 2024 • 3h 12min
PMS 2.0 1053 - Pete Carroll Out As Seahawks Head Coach, Trenches Wednesday With Phil Mickelson, JJ Watt, Jordan Schultz, AQ Shipley and Darius Butler LIVE In The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys look ahead to this weekend’s Super Wildcard Weekend matchups, and how the weather might play into the games and have an impact on them. They also further discuss the different coaching vacancies and who might end up where, and react to the breaking news that Pete Carroll is officially out as Head Coach of the Seattle Seahawks and will be moving into a front office advisor role. Joining the progrum to chat about how LIV golf is evolving, what changes are coming in the future to help grow the game and the product, how Jon Rahm signing with LIV helps bridge the gap between LIV and the PGA, his thoughts on the Ryder Cup, and the world of golf as a whole, is 6x Major Champion, 57 professional golf wins including 45 on the PGA tour, World Golf Hall of Famer and icon, Phil Mickelson (19:50-50:54). Next future first ballot Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Texans Ring of Honor member, one of the greatest football players of all-time, JJ Watt joins the show to preview Super Wildcard Weekend, the different coaching openings, a weekly Burnley update, if he’s considering suiting up for the Steelers on Sunday, and much more (59:25-2:04:28). Later, Bleacher Report NFL Insider, Jordan Schultz joins the show to chat about the Pete Carroll situation in Seattle, if this was to be expected, who might be in line to get the Head Coaching gig, and how he wasn’t the first guy on this (2:21:54-2:27:45). 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