The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1417 - NFL Week 4 Preview/Picks, TNF Recap, Penn State Head Coach James Franklin, Penn State QB Drew Allar, Nick Saban, & AJ Hawk
Sep 26, 2025
This discussion features James Franklin, head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions, who shares insights on their upcoming game against Oregon and the team's evolving strategies. Drew Allar, the starting quarterback, talks about his development, decision to return to college, and his game-day preparation. Legendary coach Nick Saban weighs in on turning losses into learning experiences and previews the big Alabama vs. Georgia game, while reflecting on coaching approaches and the importance of leadership in football.
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Practice The New 'Dirty' Kick Technique
- Pat recommended punters and kickers learn to execute effective 'squib' or dirty kicks into the landing zone.
- He warned kickers must balance distance and unpredictability to avoid giving opponents field advantage.
Kickoff Rule Made Kick Strategy Crucial Again
- Pat argued the new kickoff rule makes kickoff strategy critical again by forcing kicks into a landing zone.
- Hosts noted unpredictability of squib/dirty kicks creates strategic risk-reward and changes kicker/punter roles.
Marvin Harrison Jr.'s Rollercoaster Night
- Pat, AJ and crew recapped Seattle's Thursday comeback over Arizona and Marvin Harrison Jr.'s bobble-to-redemption arc.
- They used the game to illustrate pressure on young star receivers and how one play can define public perception.