The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1503 - Live from the Lahd Hahse for the NFL Combine, Mat Ishbia, Joe Hortiz, Jim Harbaugh, Mike McDaniel, Jesse Minter, John Schneider, Robert Saleh & Mike Borgonzi
Feb 25, 2026
John Schneider, two-time Super Bowl-winning GM who builds rosters and navigated the Pete Carroll transition. Jesse Minter, new Baltimore head coach focused on defense and coaching Lamar Jackson. Mat Ishbia, Suns owner and UWM CEO who played in the All-Star event and critiques NBA tanking. They dig into roster construction, coaching philosophies, team culture, cap strategy, and combine scouting.
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Allow Athletes To Celebrate National Wins
- Celebrate athletes and let them be human; public reaction to triumphs (like Team USA hockey) is part of national pride and should be expected.
- Don't over-police celebrations that come from intense competition.
Chargers Hired Creativity To Match Personnel
- New Chargers staff views Mike McDaniel as a creative, adaptable offensive mind who fits personnel rather than forcing schemes.
- Jim Harbaugh emphasizes learning McDaniel's approach to put players in conflict-creating spots.
Test For Love Of Football, Not Scripted Answers
- When evaluating prospects, prioritize whether a player truly loves football over rehearsed answers.
- Ask unscripted questions to get past polished handlers and reveal authentic motivation.