The Pat McAfee Show

On today's show, Pat and the boys dive into everything that's been happening as we gear up for the start of the NFL season, and also welcome in some great guests. First, 3x Pro Bowler, 3x All-Pro, NFL rushing leader in 2011, former Jacksonville Jaguars great, Maurice Jones-Drew joins the program to chat about what the hell is going on in Duval. Pat and MJD break down Leonard Fournette getting released, and what MJD thinks is going on in Jacksonville, if it can be fixed, and how exactly he would do that. He also chats about what it was like going back home to Oakland to play for a little bit, his thoughts on some of the new NFL stadiums, and what he realistically thinks the Jaguars record will be this year (:23-20:59). Next is another installment of McAfee & Hawk Sports Talk where Pat and AJ chat about everything going on in NFL training camp as we close in on the start of the regular season. They discuss Alvin Kamara missing three days of practice in a row in search for a contract, how that will impact the Saints this year, Derwin James needing knee surgery and how the Chargers will respond to that, some of the new pieces arriving in Tampa, whatever is going on in Jacksonville, along with everything else in training camp (22:23-1:28:20). Also joining Pat and AJ to chat about his distaste with Madden 21 and what needs to be done to fix the franchise after people were burning it down on social media, is friend of the program, Pat's former teammate, 9 year NFL veteran at DB, co-host of the Man-To-Man Pod, Darius Butler. (50:37-57:40). To close out the show, 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns and Assistant to the Coaching Staff in New England is friend of the show, Michael Lombardi. Pat and Michael discuss all the videos coming out of Patriots camp and why Cam and Bill Belichick is such a perfect marriage, why he is beside himself with everything going on in Jacksonville, his thoughts on the Bears not naming a starting quarterback yet, and his philosophy as a GM. Mike also looks ahead to some of the lines for week 1 and gives everyone a few smart tips on how to handle all the different gambling numbers being thrown out there (1:31:30-1:57:17). Don't forget to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow as we will be doing a MASSIVE giveaway once we reach 1 million subscribers. We appreciate you all for allowing us to penetrate your ears. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat discusses the monumental shift in sports right now as it pertains to social justice reforms, and how the Milwaukee Bucks led the way in putting the sporting world in a position it hasn’t been in for a very long time. Joining the show from the NBA bubble is NBA Insider for The Athletic and Stadium, friend of the program, Shams Charania. Pat and Shams discuss everything that was talked about in the players meeting on Wednesday night, speculate about what was said during the Board of Governor’s meeting (we now know that the NBA will resume the playoffs), what the ultimate goal will be moving forward, and whether or not the players would hurt their ability to shine light on the changes they want to see if they were to abandon the season and leave the bubble (7:18-17:08). Next, friend of PMI, 9 year NFL veteran at DB, co-host of the Man-To-Man Pod, creator of Everything DB, maybe the smoothest athlete to ever walk the face of the earth, Darius Butler joins the show. Darius breaks down the plight of being a black athlete in America and why things are so much different now than they were 4 years ago when Colin Kaepernick decided to take a knee. He explains the ramifications of trying to make societal changes, why more guys feel more comfortable being a part of this movement now, and ultimately what needs to be done so we can see this change enacted (19:56-29:02). Later, NFL Insider from NFL Network, Ian Rapoport joins the program to chat about all the different NFL teams that have decided to postpone or cancel practices, how hands on Roger Goodell is in this whole situation, what he’s seen from the different Covid protocols and whether or not they seem to be working, his thoughts on kind of getting body bagged by Jerry Jones in relation to Earl Thomas potentially going to the Cowboys (Ian doesn’t believe so), and who he is hearing may be interested in Earl Thomas (31:06-50:15). To close out the show, 4x Pro Bowler, All-Pro, NFL Rookie of the Year, Heisman Trophy winner, member of the Tennessee Titans/Houston Oilers Ring of Honor, and Ohio State legend, Eddie George joins the program. Pat and Eddie chat about the current situation with Ohio State, and what Eddie thinks top prospects will ultimately do when faced with not having a fall season, what he thinks they’ll do with all the awards, why the RB position is so undervalued now, his thoughts on the upcoming NFL season, how his financial planning business is going, and his thoughts about playing golf at the AAC Challenge in Lake Tahoe (51:20-1:09:39). We appreciate the hell out of all of you for listening, have an incredible weekend. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat addresses the events that have unfolded in Kenosha, Wisconsin with Jacob Blake and where things go from here, as we attempt to bring you a unifying, feel good show with some good messages. First, Super Bowl Champion, 22 Year NFL Head Coach, a man who possesses one of the greatest mustaches alive, Jeff Fisher joins the program. Pat and Jeff chat about a FanDuel fantasy football contest that he's excited to be a part of and how it differs from traditional fantasy football. They also discuss the impact an NFL locker room can have and why they both think society needs a little bit more of that right now. Jeff also tells some hilarious stories from his time coaching, and chats about whether or not he has the itch to get back on the sideline (3:28-30:13). Next, 12 Year NFL veteran at Quarterback, ESPN NFL analyst, and one of the newest co-hosts of NFL Live, friend of the show, Dan Orlovsky joins the program. Pat and Dan chat about Mike Tannenbaum's recent comments on Get Up! that Ben Roethlisberger is the 4th best QB in the AFC North, why Dan doesn't think the Patriots are a playoff team despite acquiring Cam Newton, what the new cast of NFL Live will bring to the table, why he has some concerns with the 49ers, and why Pat inspires him (31:37-47:03). Lastly is another installment of McAfee & Hawk Sports Talk where Pat and AJ cover everything going on around the NFL including the Cowboys potentially landing Earl Thomas, how much the different gameday atmospheres will potentially affect the players, whether or not the Big Ten is still officially dead, and much much more (48:07-1:34:13). We appreciate you all for listening. Subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow as we close in on 1 million subscribers and prepare for a MASSIVE giveaway. Also, don't forget to send in a picture of where you're listening to the show with the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat for the chance to win some free merch. Let's try to be better today than we were yesterday, we're all in this together. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat recaps his incredible match from Saturday night with Adam Cole at NXT Takeover: XXX and all the memorable moments, how it's been something he's thought about for the last twenty years or so, and how sore his body is after the match. Joining the show is Super Bowl Champion, Pro Bowler, 12 Year NFL veteran and current ESPN NFL Analyst, Ryan Clark. Pat and Ryan chat about everything going on with the Earl Thomas situation in Baltimore, why something doesn't seem right about it, how Ryan thinks Earl has been playing in a scheme that doesn't favor him in Baltimore, whether or not Ryan thinks Earl has lost a step, and he gives some interesting anecdotes about Ben Roethlisberger and why he isn't portrayed as elite in the eyes of the media (9:53-32:29). Next is another installment of McAfee & Hawk Sports Talk as Pat and AJ rehash Saturday night and have great of an experience it was for both of them, they chat more about the Earl Thomas situation, training camp fights and how common they are, Aaron Rodgers absolutely torching the defense at Packers camp, and AJ miserably attempts to dumb down and explain how to identify what the strong side is in certain defenses (34:11-1:15:48). Later, ESPN NFL Analyst Field Yates joins the program to cover everything going on in NFL training camp. Pat and Field chat about the financial ramifications of Earl Thomas getting released, where Field thinks he may wind up, whether or not Lamar Jackson's groin injury is cause for concern, and the issues with the 77 false positive tests coming from the lab in New Jersey, and how the NFL is preparing to remedy that situation (1:15:50-1:35:22). Pat and the boys also take some time to shine a light on the NBA bubble and give props to breakout and rising star, Luka Doncic, after his absolutely insane OT game winner coming on top of a 40+ point triple double. Don't forget to send in a picture of where you're listening to the show with the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat and make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow as we continue our climb to a MASSIVE giveaway when we reach 1 million subscribers. We appreciate you all for listening. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat recaps his in-ring promo debut on NXT with AJ and Darius, and looks ahead to his fight on Saturday night with Adam Cole which will be live on the WWE Network starting at 7 PM EST. Joining the show is Indianapolis Colts General Manager and friend of the program, Chris Ballard. Pat, AJ, Darius, and Chris discuss how Covid has changed the day to day operations of the start of the football season, how they plan on having the locker room hold each other accountable, why the Colts ultimately chose to go with Phil Rivers and how he's looked so far, and what Chris has heard regarding the NFL considering a bubble atmosphere for the NFL Playoffs (4:53-22:37). Next, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero joins the show to chat about everything happening in the NFL with the start of training camp. They discuss the league's testing protocols and how very few players are on the inactive/Covid list right now, where he expects some of the marquee free agents left to wind up, how teams are planning on preparing for players to be missing time with Covid, if the NFL has discussed certain teams being able to have fan's in the stands and whether or not that will create a competitive advantage, and how the media's relationship with players is bound to change in interviews with everything being over zoom this season (24:51-49:28). Later, WWE Superstar, color commentator of Friday Night Smackdown, and friend of the program, Corey Graves joins the show. Pat and Corey chat about the match on Saturday night and what tips or pieces of advice he would give Pat to secure a victory, how long he's been in the wrestling business, if there have ever been times that he hasn't been comfortable calling something that happened in a match, and what he's looking forward to the most at NXT Takeover and Summerslam (52:06-1:09:35). Don't forget to watch NXT Takeover tomorrow night (8/22) at 7 PM EST to see Pat send a man's soul into outer space, subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow as we close in on a MASSIVE giveaway once we reach 1 million subscribers, and send in a picture of where you're listening to the show with the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat for the chance to win some free merch. We appreciate you all for rocking with us. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s show is anchored by a couple of great interviews. First, Super Bowl Champion, Pro Bowler, and current Head Football Coach at Lipscomb Academy, 14 year NFL QB, Trent Dilfer joins the show. Pat and Trent discuss the relationship between Cam Newton and Bill Belichick and how he thinks that will all play out, how Tom Brady will adapt to playing in Tampa and Bruce Arians offense, if Phillip Rivers still has enough in the tank to lead the Colts to a deep playoff run, why college and high school kids need to play football if they can do it safely, his thoughts on the whole Alex Smith situation and what makes him tick, and he looks ahead to Lipscomb’s first game of the season coming up soon (:38-30:57). Next, Head Football Coach of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Geoff Collins joins the program. Pat and Geoff chat about the current landscape of college football and how Georgia Tech is preparing for their season, whether he thinks the ACC will wind up playing football this year, how they’re trying to manage everything to avoid a situation that will cause them to go on hold, why Georgia Tech is so attractive to incoming recruits, and how often he is in contact with the people ultimately making the decision if they will play (32:02-47:50). Later, NBC NHL Insider Pierre McGuire joins the show live from the bubble in Edmonton. Pat and Pierre chat about what the whole experience has been like so far, and how exhausting the whole process of getting to the arena is, why Pierre has been really pleased with the level of play thus far and the ice conditions, and who he thinks is ultimately going to be able to win the Covid Cup (48:09-1:01:46). To close out the show, 2x Olympian, WWE Hall of Famer, winner of the 2002 Arnold Classic, The World’s Strongest Man, Sexual Chocolate, Mark Henry joins the program. Pat and Mark discuss Pat’s match this Saturday against Adam Cole at NXT Takeover, and what tips Mark has for Pat if he wants to be victorious. They also chat about Mark’s career arc and how it was difficult to coming into the WWE as an outsider, the most weight that he has ever lifted, what he’s doing now that really brings him joy, and why Pat and Mark bonded so quickly (1:02:48-1:32:54). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafee show for more #FightWeek content and send in a picture of where you're listening to the show with the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat for the chance to win some free merch. We appreciate you all for listening. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat and the boys are live from Orlando, FL as it is officially #FightWeek as Pat prepares for his upcoming match at NXT Takeover against Adam Cole which will be Saturday on the WWE Network. Joining the show is the face of college football, one of the smoothest guys around, friend of the program, Kirk Herbstreit. Pat and Kirk discuss the current state of college football and if he thinks there is anyway teams from the Big Ten will play any type of college football this year, if he's okay with the protocols given that his sons both attend Clemson, why he isn't optimistic that there will be college football at all, and Kirk breaks a little NFL news as well (1:01-20:34). Next is another installment of McAfee & Hawk as Pat and AJ discuss everything that #FightWeek involves, whether or not AJ will be making the trip down to help Pat prepare, their thoughts on the NFL training camps going to full padded practices, a full UFC 252 recap, and everything else going on in the sports world (22:41-1:09:56). Lastly, NBA Insider from The Athletic, friend of the program, Shams Charania joins the show. Pat and Shams discuss the NBA playoffs and why he doesn't think the Blazers have enough firepower to take out the Lakers, the status of Russell Westbrook, when he will be arriving at the bubble, players families and close friends eventually being let into the bubble, and everything else we need to know about the NBA playoffs (1:11:17-1:27:26). Don't forget to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to follow along during #FightWeek as we close in on 1 million subscribers. Also send a picture of where you're listening to the show with the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat for the chance to win some free merch. We appreciate the hell out of you guys. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat and the boys break down George Kittle's new contract and speculate about Travis Kelce's (which he signed shortly after we finished recording), the situation in Dallas with Dak Prescott not being paid still, Jerry Jones' comments about the situation, and whether or not everything that has happened this offseason has ruined the relationship between Dak and the Cowboys, plus they discuss where we currently stand with college football and what it all potentially means. Later, former Real World Cast member, executive producer for the Jim Rome Show, actor on Days of Our Lives, and current co-host of Good Morning Football, electric factory Kyle Brandt joins the show. Pat and Kyle chat about his new podcast, "10 Questions with Kyle Brandt," which recently premiered with Aaron Rodgers as his first guest. Kyle also prepares a couple of questions for Pat, they chat about the current world of sports media and television, what Kyle's ultimate goal is, and whether or not he has ever considered going on MTV's The Challenge (23:22-47:36). To close out the show and send you into the weekend, 4x Pro Bowler and current Center for the Los Angeles Chargers, Mike Pouncey joins the program. Pat and Mike chat about what it's been like having Hard Knocks around the facility, how much different training camp is in the current world, what the testing procedures are like, having to police other players as a player rep, his relationship with Anthony Lynn and Tom Telesco, and what he expects from the Chargers as they turn the page and move past the Phil Rivers era (48:40-1:05:43). Don't forget to send in the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat with a picture of where you're listening to the show for the chance to win some free merch. We appreciate you all for listening, have a great weekend. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat is joined by NFL Legends AJ Hawk and Darius Butler live from Florida. They discuss the fallout from the Big Ten and Pac-12 postponing their fall football seasons, and what that means for players in those conferences, why we probably won't be getting a super conference after all, and whether or not they think that teams in these conferences will actually try and play a spring season. They also recap the wild 5 Overtime hockey game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and Columbus Blue Jackets and if there should be changes made to the NHL overtime format so that games don't need to be pushed back, whether that game is good or bad for the sport of hockey, and Darius could possibly become the NHL's new biggest fan. The guys also cover the premiere of Hard Knocks and why they think this season with the Chargers and the Rams will be much better than last years lackluster version with the Raiders. They cover Jalen Ramsey and why he's so good, whether or not Jared Goff has the it factor to lead the Rams to the Super Bowl, how each team is handling coronavirus in training camp, and why they're excited for the upcoming weeks (1:12-34:38). Also joining the show is the future of golf, becoming just the 4th golfer to win a PGA Championship before the age of 24 (alongside Tiger, Jack, and Rory) in just his 2nd major, newly crowned PGA Champion, Collin Morikawa. Pat and Collin chat about his incredible weekend at TPC Harding Park in San Francisco, whether or not he can feel when he's in the zone on the golf course, if he had any idea where anybody else on the leaderboard was at on Sunday, his thoughts on Brooks Koepka's comments going into the final round, if he has any superstitions while playing, what his favorite courses to play so far have been, how heavy the Wanamaker trophy actually is, and what is next for him (37:16-54:11). Don't forget to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow as we will be doing a MASSIVE giveaway when we reach 1 million subscribers, and send in a picture of where you're listening to the show with the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat for the chance to win some free merch. We appreciate you all. Come and laugh with us, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat and the boys discuss the recent developments coming from the college football world where reports indicate that the Big Ten and Pac-12 are considering postponing their fall seasons, while the SEC seems to be trying to move full steam ahead. To discuss the situation, 12 year NFL Quarterback, current ESPN analyst, one of the sharpest football minds around, and friend of the show, Dan Orlovsky joins the program. Pat and Dan discuss everything going on with the college football climate and the players asserting that they want to play. They chat about what will happen if certain conferences postpone their fall seasons while some schools still decide they want to play football, why they think this could be a fracturing point for the NCAA and major conferences, what other information would need to come out to firmly cancel football at colleges, why not playing the season would be a major detriment to a lot of players who are forced to go home and lose the daily structure of a football season, and whether or not Dan thinks we'll see a lot of players being poached by schools who are trying to play (16:45-35:40). Also joining the show is friend of the program and ESPN MLB Insider, Jeff "Jett" Passan. Pat and Jett discuss how the MLB has been handling their COVID outbreaks and what is being done to make sure that games can still be played, how serious teams are about sending players home if they ignore rules and decide to go out in cities, if teams that have had several games canceled due to positive tests are going to play a full slate, whether or not he thinks the baseball season will finish, and Jett weighs in on everything happening in the NCAA with a great take that may surprise you (37:26-51:13). Don't forget to send in a picture of where you're listening to the show with the hashtag #ThisIsWhereImAtPat for the chance to win some free merch. We appreciate you rocking with us day in and day out. Keep your eyes peeled for some big things coming from PMI this fall, and make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow if you haven't already. Come and laugh with us, cheers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices