The Pat McAfee Show

On today's show, Pat, Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about tonight's Thursday Night Football game between the Vikings and Eagles, and who they like when taking into account all the different injuries that both teams are dealing with on a short week before making their picks. Joining the progrum to make his picks for this weekend and preview tonight's Thursday Night Football matchup is 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, NY Times best selling author, host of the Lombardi Line and the GM Shuffle podcast, and friend of the show, Michael Lombardi (22:34-48:14). Next, 7x National Champion, the greatest college football coach of all-time, Nick Saban joins the show for his first of weekly appearances to chat about last week's game against Texas and what opportunities that provides moving forward, his thoughts on people talking about him retiring because he's making a weekly appearance, his thoughts on the CFB expansion, why no one is panicking, what he's told Jalen Milroe this week, and more (1:09:06-1:26:04). 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, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about everything happening around the NFL as we close out week 1 and prepare for week 2 including how the offensive line play as a whole was in week 1, if there is any more updates on Aaron Rodgers' achilles, Baker Mayfield figuring out the Vikings' signs on Sunday, Matt Stafford allegedly being on "Quarterback" season 2, and much more. Joining the progrum is 2x Super Bowl Champion/Super Bowl MVP, 4x Pro Bowler, 2016 Walter Payton Man of the Year, and future Hall of Famer, Eli Manning to chat about Aaron Rodgers' injury and his thoughts on a comeback, what Josh Allen needs to do to limit turnovers and why it's difficult with his playmaking ability, his thoughts on the Giants leaving Daniel Jones in while down 40-0, how long it takes for rookie QB's to get comfortable, and more (34:21-55:26). Next, in his first of weekly appearances this season, 3x Defensive Player of the Year, 7x All-Pro, 5x Pro Bowler, 2017 Walter Payton Man of the Year, and future Hall of Famer, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about the best defensive line play of the week including his brother, Jalen Carter, going into the Texans' Ring of Honor, some other pass rushers he's keeping an eye on, and much more (1:05:04-1:43:01). Later, 18th pick of the 2006 NFL Draft, the man who saved college football, "The General" Bob Carpenter joins the show to give his top 5 in college football this week (1:56:53-2:08:01). 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 react to the gut wrenching news that Aaron Rodgers will officially be out for the season after tearing his Achilles against the Bills last night in his Jets debut, and what this means for the Jets, for Rodgers, and for the NFL as a whole moving forward. Joining the progrum to chat about the reports that Rodgers wasn't happy with the offensive tackles cut blocking on the few plays and why they would've been doing that is Super Bowl Champion, 12 year NFL veteran on the offensive line, AQ Shipley (). Next, the Pro Football Doc, Dr. David Chao joins the show to chat about Rodgers' injury, why he suspected it was an Achilles right away, what the timeline is, when he'll have surgery, when he could be back, and more (). Later, ESPN NFL Insider, Jeff Darlington joins the show to chat about the piece he did on Mike McDaniel, his thoughts on the Dolphins this year, if he thinks the Jets are going to reach out to Tom Brady to gauge his interest in a comeback, if he has any interest, and more (). 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 go through the entire week 1 NFL slate and recap all the games, who impressed, who didn't, and what it means going forward. They also go around the internet and look at some of the biggest overreactions before previewing tonight's Monday Night Football game between the Bills and Jets and making their picks. Joining the progrum to give some injury updates around the league and look ahead to tonight's game is ESPN NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter (41:18-55:32). Next, host of First Take and the Stephen A. Smith Show, Stephen A. Smith joins the show to chat about the Cowboys dominance last night and why he isn't buying it yet, his thoughts on the Steelers, if he thinks Jordan Love and the Packers will have continued success, his thoughts on Tua and the Dolphins/Herbert and the Chargers, and much more (1:36:59-2:10:00). Lastly, host of the late night SportsCenter, and newly minted host of Monday Night Countdown, the legend, Scott Van Pelt joins the show to chat about tonight's inaugural episode of Monday Night Countdown with a new cast, how the show will be a little different on September 11, what he's most excited about the show, his thoughts on yesterday as a whole, his betting strategy for the season moving forward, and more (2:10:06-2:26:07). 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 are LIVE from the set of College Gameday in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. They recap the Chiefs vs. Lions game and why the Lions might be for real and if we should be worried about the Chiefs, before going through the entire NFL week 1 slate and making their picks. Joining the show to chat about last night's game and to preview week 1 of the NFL slate and give some picks is former NFL GM, NY Times best-selling author, host of The GM Shuffle and Lombardi Line, Michael Lombardi. Next, 12 year NFL veteran at Quarterback, ESPN NFL Analyst and QB guru, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat about last night's game, look ahead to this weekend's games and which ones he's most excited to watch. Later, Head Coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Nick Saban joins the show to chat about his career, preview tomorrow's game against Texas, and make a massive announcement for the rest of the season. 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+ (12-3 EDT). 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 preview tonight's NFL Kickoff game between the Detroit Lions and Kansas City Chiefs, chat about Travis Kelce's status, Chris Jones not playing but being there in a suite, Nick Bosa signing the richest contract for a defensive player in NFL history, and much more as we now officially have NFL football in our lives again. Joining the progrum to chat about how things are going in New York and make a special announcement is 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, 5x All-Pro, 10x Pro Bowler, and now Quarterback of the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers (9:27-16:50). Next, 2x Super Bowl Champion, Super Bowl MVP, 5x NFL MVP, Hall of Famer, one of the greatest players in NFL history and owner of Omaha! Productions, Peyton Manning joins the show to preview tonight's game, chat about Russell Wilson and Sean Payton's relationship, and chat about Quarterback season 2 (19:54-28:35). Next, ESPN NFL Insider, Adam Schefter joins the progrum to discuss Travis Kelce's injury status, Cooper Kupp's ailing hamstring, Nick Bosa signing his massive new deal, updates to the Jonathan Taylor situation, and more injury updates (1:30:52-1:44:55). Later, 2x All-Pro, 3x Pro Bowler, WR for the Buffalo Bills, Stefon Diggs joins the show to chat about the Bills' offense and who he expects to breakout this year, how camp was, why the Bills are flying under the radar this year, his relationship with Ken Dorsey, and much more (2:24:31-2:44:07). 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+ (12-3 EDT). We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former GM Michael Lombardi joins the show to discuss the NFL season. Kirk Herbstreit talks about college football and the NFL season. Duke Coach Mike Elko speaks about their win against Clemson. WWE Superstar Mike The Miz briefly appears. The hosts also discuss contracts, injuries, coaching changes, and betting trends for the upcoming NFL season.

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap week 1 of the college football season and all the best games, biggest upsets, and what we should keep an eye out for the rest of the season. They also discuss Chris Jones' continued hold out, the start of the NFL season starting this week, and much more. Joining the progrum fresh off a massive 45-42 victory over TCU, 2x Super Bowl Champion, Hall of Famer, 8x All-Pro, 8x Pro Bowler, member of the NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team, and Head Coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, Deion Sanders joins the show to chat about the big win, Shedeur Sanders having a career day, Travis Hunter and his two-way excellence, the expectations moving forward, and much more (17:16-38:54). Later, Super Bowl Champion, 2x Pro Bowler, 10 year NFL veteran on the offensive line, and now Detroit Lions sideline reporter, TJ Lang joins the show to chat about Eastern Michigan's OL Brian Dooley giving up his scholarship for one of his teammates and what TJ is trying to do to make things right, the expectations for the Lions this year and why he's very optimistic about their chances, the offensive line being a strength, why Jared Goff might be the guy for the next 10 years, and more (1:11:18-1:47:01). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. 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 chat about Chris Ballard’s press conference about Jonathan Taylor and the Colts as a whole, Zay Flowers and the Ravens appearing to be very tight, all the top college games this weekend as college football is officially back, and everything else happening around the NFL as we are just one week away from the start of the season. Joining the program is Super Bowl Champion, 1983 NFL MVP, 1982 NFL Man of the Year, 2x Pro Bowler, All-Pro, former QB of the Washington Commanders, Joe Theismann to chat about his thoughts on the Commanders and what they need to do to be successful, his career as a whole and how his horrific injury was actually the best thing to happen to him, his thoughts on Notre Dame, NIL, and much more (31:20-1:03:31). Next, 9 year NFL veteran at DB, host of the Man-To-Man podcast and friend of the progrum, Darius Butler joins the show to chat about the Jonathan Taylor situation and what is going to happen there, why he likes the Ravens to come out of the AFC this year, and more (1:12:40-1:57:23). Lastly, Hall of Fame, Super Bowl Champion, 1992 NFL Coach of the Year, Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor member, and now CBS NFL analyst, Bill Cowher joins the progrum for an incredible conversation about his career, what coaching in Pittsburgh means, his relationship with Mike Tomlin, his relationship with referees, if he’s worried about where football is going, and much much more (1:57:25-2:33:42). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’re off tomorrow, we’ll see you on Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Pacman, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the final rosters coming together, Hard Knocks last night and Aaron Rodgers taking shots at his offense, the Packers being the other mystery team involved in a potential Jonathan Taylor trade, and more. Joining the progrum is All-Pro, 2x Pro Bowler, one of the best QB's in the NFL, the cover athlete of Madden 24, Quarterback of the Buffalo Bills, Josh Allen to chat about how training camp was, guys being compared to him who come into the league now, his thoughts on the offense, getting his mechanics digitally mapped, the expectations for the Bills this year, and much more (1:07-23:16). Later, former 1st round pick in the 2006 NFL Draft, Ohio State legend, the man who saved college football, The General Bob Carpenter joins the show to give his inaugural top 5 in college football, which he will be giving us every week this year (2:00:19-2:26:33). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices