The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1480 - CFP Quarterfinal Recap, NFL Week 18 Preview/Picks, Adam Schefter, Pete Thamel, Peter Schrager, & AJ Hawk
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Jan 2, 2026 
Adam Schefter, ESPN's senior NFL insider, shares the latest on injuries and playoff implications heading into Week 18. He discusses the potential head coaching changes across the league and the trends in GM hiring. Pete Thamel dives into the opening of the transfer portal, highlighting key player movements and its impact on college football dynamics. Peter Schrager previews upcoming games, including the Bucs-Panthers matchup, and they engage in a lively MVP debate touching on notable candidates. The crew adds their insights on the CFP and makes their weekly game picks.
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Lamar's Full Week Raises Stakes
- Lamar Jackson practiced fully for the first time in two months; his availability materially affects Ravens' division outcome.
- Schefter ties Jackson's full-week practice to the high stakes of Sunday night for the AFC North.
Trayvon Diggs Gets Fresh Start In Green Bay
- Schefter describes Trayvon Diggs' release by Dallas and predicts he'll play with chip on shoulder for Green Bay in playoffs.
- He cites Micah Parsons' comments and Diggs' motivation to prove Dallas wrong.
No Second Window Forces Immediate Moves
- Pete Thamel calls the portal window a 'mad scramble' with 4,000 players and 33 coaching turnovers intensifying roster chaos.
- He warns the lack of a second portal window forces teams to act now on needs.