The Pat McAfee Show

On this episode of The Pat McAfee Show we dive right into all things that have happened in the sports landscape from this past weekend. With so much attention given to the mens and women’s college basketball tournaments Pat jumps right in to discuss the latest teams advancing to the next round. There was also the college wrestling championships this weekend and we have all been introduced to a new dynasty, the Penn St. team has won 11 of the last 13 team championships and to discuss more about the sport Daniel Cormier comes on the show to give some insight into the sport. After some wrestling chatter Pat brings it back in to discuss the dominant performance by the Purdue Boilermakers and UConn Huskies who are both trying to cement their legacies at the top of college basketball. We hit the “Rumor Mill” with a new friend from the weekend Donny Don Dons who has some interesting takes from what he has “been hearing”. Starting off the second hour, longtime family of the progrum AJ Hawk has made his return to the show after spending a week in Jamaica. Pat catches AJ up on all things sports related and they begin discussing the new NFL rule changes that are going into place from the owners meetings down in Orlando. To elaborate more on these rule changes Tom Pelissero joins the progrum and gives us all the details we need to know. Sticking with the NFL news Adam Schefter joins Pat to discuss the details behind the L'Jarius Sneed trade, the new kickoff rule, and much more happening in the NFL. To bring in the third hour an all time guest “Mad Mel” Kiper hops on to give the boys his latest draft insight from Caleb Williams to all the crazy situations that could possibly occur on draft night. To close out the show Pat takes us back to basketball and brings on college sports analyst Rece Davis to apologize and clear up some states he had made regarding a particular sports bet this weekend and give us some of his insight on what to expect for the rest of the 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

On today's show, Pat and the boys are coming to you LIVE from Iowa City celebrating March Madness at the University of Iowa Field House. While in Iowa City Pat brings on University of Iowa legend Dallas Clark to juice up the live audience. They get right into the action from last night, diving into the big games in college basketball. Joining the progrum is Jack Gohlke from the University of Oakland to talk about his team nocking off Kentucky to move onto the second round and his performance shooting from deep. They finish off the hour talking about the upcoming NFL Draft class and closing the hour with Dallas Clark’s opinion and expectations for Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Women’s team. Coming back from a quick break, Pat and Dallas dive deep into the NFL talk discussing the latest rumors and news. While in Iowa the boys jump into potential first round pick and Iowa football stand out Cooper DeJean. The show then pivots back to the subject of March Madness as they give their insights on the women’s tournament and Iowa’s chances at winning it all. To end the second hour Pat brings on the legendary Iowa Hawkeyes marching band to perform and juice up the crowd. Next, The Tribal Chief, the GOAT, the WWE Universal Champion, Roman Reigns come onto the program on his road to Wrestle Mania XL to give some insight into his rise to the head of the table, pursuit of being the greatest of all time, and his manager the Wise Man, Paul Heyman going into the Hall of Fame. As Roman leaves Pat brings on the head coach of Iowa Women’s Basketball Lisa Bluder to come and talk about her team and star player Caitlin Clark making history. To close out the show pat brings on another former teammate and Iowa legend linebacker Pat Angerer. 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

On today’s show, Pat and the boys watch along with all of the NCAA tournament action as March Madness is officially here, they discuss the crazy story percolating with Shohei Ohtani and his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara being involved in a $4.5 million gambling situation involving an illegal bookie, potential theft, and much more. To dive deeper into the whole Ohtani situation and what is potentially going to come of this fluid situation is ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff “The Jett” Passan (20:46-44:23). Later, Sophomore sensation from Indiana State University, Cream Abdul-Jabbar, Robbie Avila joins the show LIVE in the ThunderDome to compete 1-on-1 against a representative from the NCAA for being snubbed by the NCAA tournament committee, as well as to chat about his game and who he’s inspired by, the feeling of the team when they found out they were going to the NIT and not the NCAA tournament, what it’s been like dealing with his newfound fame, and much more (1:04:27-1:18:23). 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

On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, and the boys discuss at length the new NFL Hybrid kickoff rule suggestion attempting to save the kickoff in the league, and what it could mean if it is instituted this upcoming season. They also check in on Caleb Williams’ Pro Day, some other NFL free agency news including Mike Williams signing with the Jets, and much more. Joining the progrum to chat more about the NCAA tournament and why he didn’t let us know about Keisei Tominaga, and a few other questions about the tournament as we prepare for two more play-in games tonight and the Madness begins tomorrow (25:19-43:36). Later, Special Teams Coordinator of the New Orleans Saints, Darren Rizzi joins the show to chat about the new hybrid kickoff rule that he was one of the main coaches spearheading it, why he thinks it will benefit players, fans, and coaches, and how it differs from the XFL kickoff (1:08:39-1:31:58). 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

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

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

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

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

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

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