The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1426 - TNF Preview, Shams Charania, Al Michaels, Mike McCarthy, Jack Carr, & AJ Hawk
Oct 9, 2025
Shams Charania, ESPN's NBA insider, shares insights on the new Team USA coaching decisions and Giannis's trade preferences, stirring up excitement in basketball circles. Veteran announcer Al Michaels previews the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Eagles and Giants, diving into the evolving streaming landscape and NFL performance dynamics. Super Bowl-winning coach Mike McCarthy evaluates key quarterbacks and anticipates tonight's game, while bestselling author Jack Carr discusses his new thriller rooted in Vietnam history and the art of military storytelling.
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Steichen's 'Every Play Is A TD' Energy
- AJ and Pat play a mic'd-up clip of Colts coach Shane Steichen rallying his offense by predicting a touchdown on every play.
- They note that Steichen's energy translates into a confident, winning culture for Indianapolis.
Completion Percentage As QB Baseline
- Mike McCarthy names his top five QBs through week five, emphasizing completion percentage and distribution as core evaluation metrics.
- McCarthy values efficiency (70% completion benchmark), anticipation, and consistent two-minute/game-winning performance.
Spread Size Matters In Division Games
- McCarthy calls seven-and-a-half a large spread for a divisional Thursday-night game and highlights turnover and D-line vs O-line matchups as decisive.
- He expects the Eagles to win but warns the spread makes the Giants an attractive bet.
