The Pat McAfee Show

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Tampa Bay’s surprise win last night in Dallas, this weekend’s college football slate—including College GameDay being in Tuscaloosa for Georgia-Alabama—and make their picks for Week 5 of the NFL. Joining the progrum is Junior NFL Insider for ESPN, Ian Rapoport as he reflects on the career and life of Mike Ditka, who passed away this morning. He also provides an injury update on CeeDee Lamb, who seemingly got banged up in last night’s loss to the Buccaneers, discusses the statuses of Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase, trade talk surrounding Marvin Harrison Jr., and more news from around the league heading into Week 4. Next, 7x National Champion and the greatest football coach of all time, Nick Saban, stops by to talk about Sean Payton taking back play-calling duties for the Broncos, the premiere of his six-part self-titled documentary, Saban, this Alabama team with Keelon Russell at quarterback, and tells more stories from his days as a coach. Then, The Udder Guy, Stanford Steve, joins the boys to pick the entire NFL slate for Week 4. Lastly, ESPN legend and host of Get Up, Mike Greenberg, comes on the show to share some words and memories of Mike Ditka, who he says was “larger than life” and “the biggest star in Chicago sports.” Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or catch the show on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers.
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On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, Coach Chuck Pagano, and the boys break down everything happening around the football world, including another edition of “What The Chuck?”, Last Week’s Shite Division and tonight’s Thursday Night Football preview between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Dallas Cowboys. Joining the progrum, Carolina Panthers Quarterback and former Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young returns for the second time this week with a major announcement: he’ll be the Celebrity Guest Picker on College GameDay this Saturday in Tuscaloosa. Next, Thursday Night Football color commentator and the voice of college football, Kirk Herbstreit joins the show to preview a massive weekend of college football, including Georgia vs. Alabama, and shares his expectations for tonight’s Bucs-Cowboys matchup. Kirk also reflects on Lane Johnson’s incredible career and discusses how the Philadelphia Eagles move forward. Later, 2x National Champion and Georgia Head Coach Kirby Smart stops by to discuss his relationship with Nick Saban, the impact Saban has had on his coaching career, and his mindset heading into a massive showdown with the Crimson Tide. Plus, Indiana Pacers superstar Tyrese Haliburton joins the progrum to talk about making his preseason return after 472 days away with an Achilles injury, what it meant to get back on the court at Iowa State, and his expectations for the upcoming Pacers season, streaming exclusively on DAZN. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or catch the show on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers.
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On today’s show, Pat, DBut, AJ Hawk, and the boys break down Everything DB, then head In The Trenches with AQ Shipley. Joining the progrum is Color Commentator for CBS' #1 booth and Future Hall of Famer, JJ Watt to talk about Lane Johnson’s retirement from football, the Chiefs seemingly being all the way back to their old selves, his coverage on CBS and their historic season thus far, referees receiving suspensions, and how having a dominant offensive line can completely change a defensive scheme. Then, ESPN Analyst, 2x Super Bowl Champion, and future Hall of Famer Jason Kelce stops by to react to the breaking news of Pro Bowl Center Cam Jurgens being traded to the Baltimore Ravens. Jason also reflects on Lane Johnson’s incredible career and the impact he had not only on the Philadelphia Eagles, but on the game of football as a whole. Plus, he talks about trying some things he’s always wanted to do, including learning and playing rugby and taking on a friend of the progrum Ichi in sumo wrestling. Later, World Boxing Legend Canelo Alvarez joins the show to talk about his upcoming fight against Christian Mbilli for the WBC Super Middleweight Title on October 31st in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers.
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On today’s show, Pat, DBut, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s dominant victory by the Atlanta Falcons on the road in New Orleans along with other news around the football world. Joining the progrum is Carolina Panthers Quarterback Bryce Young, who talks about his recent success, Panthers fans and the Carolina community, his evolution over the years in the NFL, the week-to-week game plan, the challenges of working with different playcallers, his arm strength, and Tetairoa McMillan’s breakout performance on Sunday night. Then, Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell swings by to talk about the mindset of his undefeated Vikings squad, Kyler Murray’s play, Brian Flores’ defense, and more! Later, College GameDay host Rece Davis stops by to share his personal Top 25 teams in college football and preview College GameDay heading to Tuscaloosa. He also breaks down his Rece’s Pieces from the weekend, including Jeremiah Smith being on pace for one of the best seasons of all time, Miami continuing to separate itself from the rest of the country, and Northwestern’s success with Chip Kelly. Rece also reacts to Who Sits Atop Tone’s Above Average Poll. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers.
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On today’s show, Pat, DBut, AJ Hawk, and the boys OVERREACT to everything from the weekend in a crazy week 4 of the NFL that had a slew of one-possession games, historic performances, and some season changing wins potentially, before previewing and picking tonight's MNF game. Joining the progrum is Senior NFL Insider for ESPN Adam Schefter to provide updates and thoughts about Tyquan Thornton, Tyreek Hill possibly signing and returning to the Chiefs, possible names that could be traded around the deadline, and overall performance from NFL refs this weekend. Next, 12 year NFL veteran at QB and NFL Analyst for ESPN, Dan Orlovsky breaks down QB play from around the league including Bryce Young’s much improved play, Daniel Jones struggles, Brock Purdy and the 49ers turning back the clock, and more that happened Sunday. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers.
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