The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1405 - JJ Watt, In The Trenches with AQ Shipley, Everything DB with Darius Butler, Andrew Santino, & AJ Hawk
Sep 10, 2025
JJ Watt, a future Hall of Fame NFL player and new CBS color commentator, shares his insights from his debut week in the booth. The conversation dives into the top defensive plays and the evolution of NFL coaching strategies. Comedian Andrew Santino joins to discuss his Chicago Bears, his new comedy special 'White Noise,' and the intersection of sports and comedy. The team reflects on player performances, highlights the excitement surrounding the NFL season, and embraces the chaos and humor that sports bring into everyday life.
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Master Cross‑Dog Run Recognition
- Teach and practice cross-dog/gap exchanges to handle run blitzes and linebackers crossing the formation.
- AQ praises Colts center Tanner Bordellini for handling the cross-dog with proper leverage and timing.
Run/Pass Formation Synchrony
- Coordinators who align run and pass formations create predictable mismatches for defenses.
- AQ notes Liam Cohen's integration of run-game formations and play-calling produces consistent rushing success.
Quarterback Micro‑Signals Matter
- Josh Allen's pre-snap habit recognition and micro-signaling let the Bills overload one side and exploit cover-zero windows.
- AQ highlights Allen signaling 'zero' and sending personnel to create an isolated, winnable throw.
