PMS 2.0 1504 - Live from the Lahd Hahse for the NFL Combine, Brandon Beane & Joe Brady, Nick Caserio, Randy Orton, Governor Mike Braun, Dan Morgan, Sean Payton

Feb 26, 2026

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Sean Payton

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Sean Payton, veteran NFL coach leading the Broncos, talks roster health and a play-calling handoff. Dan Morgan, Panthers GM and former linebacker, covers culture and roster moves. Mike Braun, Indiana governor and businessman, discusses hosting the Combine and attracting the Bears. Randy Orton, 14-time WWE champion, chats longevity and the RKO. Nick Caserio, Texans GM, and Brandon Beane and Joe Brady from the Bills discuss draft approach and roster building.

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INSIGHT

Orton Survived By Reworking His Ring Style

Randy Orton credits longevity to changing how he works after early injuries, focusing on efficiency and protecting his body rather than high-risk bumps.
He stopped routinely lifting opponents and emphasized craft, timing, and selective moves like the RKO to stay in the business long-term.

ANECDOTE

RKO Became Orton's Cultural Signature

Orton described the RKO's viral spread and cultural reach, citing fans and creators (e.g., Logan Paul) using the move in content.
He shared that the RKO eclipsed his prior brand and connected generations through a single, simple finish.

ADVICE

Promote Recovery And Structure With Younger Talent

Older pros and young players coexist better when organizations show clear expectations and provide structure, said Orton.
He noted younger wrestlers now prioritize recovery and smart training over the hard-partying culture of past eras.

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On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from the Lahd Hahse, Lucas Oil Stadium for NFL Combine. In the first hour, we are joined by Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane and new Head Coach Joe Brady to talk about their favorite parts of the Combine, draft stories like Laremy Tunsil’s, how they approach the Draft & Free Agency, how big the Bison are at the Bills’ new stadium, and more. To start the second hour, Texans GM Nick Caserio stopped by to reiterate that the Texans are not trading CJ Stroud, what goes into building the NFL’s best defense, what makes DeMeco Ryans a great Head Coach, potentially moving up or down from the 28th pick and more. Right after Nick Caserio we are joined by living legend and 14-time World Champion, WWE Superstar Randy Orton, who talks about his upcoming match at Elimination Chamber, his legendary finisher the RKO, how the business has changed over the years, how he takes care of his body now vs back in the day, his love for Elden Ring and more. To close the second hour, we are joined by businessman & Indiana Governor Mike Braun to discuss the legislation to clear the path for the Chicago Bears to move across state lines to Indiana, his background in business, what Indiana needs to legalize, and more. In the third hour, 7 year NFL veteran Linebacker and Panthers GM Dan Morgan drops by to talk about the resiliency of Bryce Young, the growth of the Panthers football team & culture, the possibility of trading Andy Dalton, his relationship with owner David Tepper, drafting a guy like Tetaroia McMillan, and more. We close things out today with Broncos HC Sean Payton stopping by to talk about the unfortunate Bo Nix injury, how he’s approaching this offseason, handing over play-calling to OC Davis Webb, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We will be back LIVE from the Lahd Hahse tomorrow and Friday. Appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers.

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