The Pat McAfee Show

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?, highlighting plays that leave everyone scratching their heads. The lads also reveal this week’s Shite Division, preview tonight’s Thursday Night Football showdown, and dive into several other storylines from across the sports world. Joining the progrum, Emmy Award-winning actor and comedian, Jason Sudeikis, stops by to discuss his iconic role as Ted Lasso, his relationship with Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman, and being named the Celebrity Guest Picker for College GameDay this Saturday. Sudeikis shares his excitement for the opportunity as GameDay heads to South Bend for a highly anticipated matchup between the Fighting Irish and the top-ranked Miami Hurricanes. Next, Oscar-nominated actor and Hollywood icon, Sylvester Stallone, joins the boys to discuss his new New York Times bestselling book, Steps, and what it was like reflecting on his remarkable life and career throughout the writing process. Stallone also shares his thoughts on the upcoming film I Play Rocky, including the unique experience of watching his own life and the legendary story behind Rocky Balboa come to the big screen from a different perspective. He also reflects on his transition from starring in blockbuster films to finding success on television with Tulsa King, and how the two experiences compare. Turning our attention back to the sports world, ESPN Golf Reporter and College Football Writer, Mark Schlabach, joins the progrum to break down the first College Football Playoff rankings of the season. Schlabach shares his thoughts on where several progrums stand, their performances thus far, and what to expect as the college football season enters Week 10. Shifting from the gridiron to the golf course, he also discusses reports of LIV Golf filing for bankruptcy, what that could mean for the future of the league, and why the 2027 PGA Tour season could be shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. Keeping the college football conversation rolling, Thursday Night Football Analyst, Kirk Herbstreit, joins the boys to share his thoughts on the initial CFP rankings and the nearly impossible task facing the selection committee as they attempt to sort through the nation's top teams. Herby also shifts his focus to the NFL, previewing tonight’s primetime matchup, weighing in on the Jacksonville Jaguars and the current state of the Baltimore Ravens defense, and breaking down the show’s DraftKings boost. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EST), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EST), 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 happening around the NFL with another edition of Everything DB, before heading In The Trenches with AQ Shipley after all hell breaks loose in the Thunderdome. Joining the progrum, College GameDay Host, Rece Davis, stops by to react to last night’s unveiling of the first College Football Playoff rankings of the season. Rece breaks down how the teams are grouped, the criteria the selection committee uses to evaluate each progrum, and some of the biggest surprises from the initial rankings. He also explains why fans should expect plenty of movement in the coming weeks, especially with several pivotal matchups on the horizon this weekend. Shifting gears to the NFL, future Hall of Famer and CBS NFL Commentator, JJ Watt, joins the boys to discuss his brother TJ and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ dominant defensive performance against their AFC North rival Cleveland Browns, racking up eight sacks in Sunday’s matchup. JJ also breaks down fellow defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons’ monster debut with the Chicago Bears, as he filled up the stat sheet and wreaked havoc on the Seattle Seahawks. Keeping the conversation rolling, Jage weighs in on the Denver Broncos’ latest victory over the Kansas City Chiefs and why their continued success against Kansas City can no longer be written off as luck. He also dives into Minnesota’s quarterback situation and shares his thoughts on potential options for the Vikings as the NFL trade deadline approaches. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EST), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EST), 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, and the boys react to last night’s Chicago Bears victory over the Seattle Seahawks, highlighted by a dominant debut from Jeffery Simmons following his trade to Chicago. The lads also feel the beat as the action heats up across the sports world, with hockey, basketball, and football all swinging a hot bat. Joining the progrum, Senior NBA Insider for ESPN Shams Charania stops by to discuss the latest injury news around the league, including several All-Stars expected to miss extended time. Shams also highlights some of the hottest starts to the NBA season, with Luka Dončić, Tyrese Maxey, Jayson Tatum, and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg among the players putting up impressive scoring numbers and making an early impact for their teams. Shifting from the hardwood to the ice, ESPN NHL Analyst and Insider Kevin Weekes joins the boys to discuss some of the biggest developing storylines around the NHL. Weekesy provides insight into Dylan Larkin’s reported trade request out of Detroit, along with reigning NHL MVP Nikita Kucherov’s frustrations with the Tampa Bay Lightning following contract negotiations that haven't gone as expected. He also shares his thoughts on Connor McDavid’s unbelievable talent and continued dominance, going as far as calling him “the best athlete on the planet.” Turning our attention to college football, ESPN College Football Reporter and Insider Heather Dinich stops by to preview tonight’s highly anticipated release of the first College Football Playoff rankings. Heather breaks down where some of the top teams could land, what factors the selection committee will be weighing, and how many SEC teams she expects to make the final playoff field. Continuing the CFP conversation, College GameDay Host Rece Davis joins the progrum to take a deeper look at the selection committee’s process and what to expect from tonight’s rankings. Rece also dives into his latest edition of Rece’s Pieces, starting with the question, “Is there anybody great?” as he identifies Miami, Notre Dame, and Georgia as teams with the potential to separate themselves from the rest of the field. He then shifts to “Teams We Thought Were Cooked,” highlighting USC, Oregon, and LSU as progrums that have managed to turn things around. Rece wraps up by revealing his latest AP Top 25 ballot and reacting to Tone’s Above Average Poll, with both rankings featuring Miami in the top spot. Rounding out the show, Junior NFL Insider for ESPN Ian Rapoport joins the lads with the latest news and rumors as the NFL trade deadline approaches, highlighting several names and potential moves to keep an eye on. Raps also takes part in a brand-new segment, Rapid Fire with Rapsheet, answering questions about the Colts’ quarterback situation, the Packers and Rams getting key players back, the current state of the Minnesota Vikings, and notable free agents still waiting to find a new home. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EST), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EST), 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, and the boys overreact to everything happening around the football world following another action-packed weekend in the NFL along with reacting to your overreactions via X. The lads go present their Top 5 Storylines, before looking ahead to tonight’s Monday Night Football showdown as the Chicago Bears travel to Seattle for an NFC matchup against the Seahawks. Joining the progrum, Senior NFL Insider for ESPN, Adam Schefter, stops by to discuss the latest trade rumors and potential moves around the league as the November 10th NFL trade deadline approaches. Schefty breaks down some of the biggest names to watch, including Jonathan Taylor and several other Colts players, Khalil Mack, Breece Hall, and Brian Thomas Jr. He also dives into the Ravens’ quarterback situation and what moves Baltimore could make to address the position, along with Minnesota’s struggles under center and the possibility of the Vikings making a trade. Schefty then weighs in on whether the Cowboys could become sellers at the deadline and if a coaching change could be on the horizon should their struggles continue. He also discusses Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers, including the potential changes that could be coming as the team searches for answers following a disappointing start to the season. Continuing the conversation around the NFL, ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky, joins the boys to break down some of the biggest storylines and performances from the weekend, starting with an AFC West thriller that saw Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos take down the Kansas City Chiefs to claim the top spot in the division. Dan also shares his thoughts on Lamar Jackson’s future in Baltimore, the current state of the Indianapolis Colts, the Jacksonville Jaguars’ impressive play, Kyler Murray’s struggles with the Minnesota Vikings, and several other notable developments from across the league. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EST), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EST), 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, and the boys celebrate Halloween in their annual tradition, as a wild cast of characters takes over the progrum to react to last night’s Packers-Panthers showdown and everything happening around the football world, including making their picks for the Week 8 NFL slate. Joining the progrum, 7-time National Champion and the GOAT, Nick Saban, stops by to preview this weekend’s Big Ten matchup as Minnesota travels to Bloomington to take on Indiana. Coach Saban breaks down what to expect from both teams while also sharing his thoughts on some of the biggest storylines and intriguing matchups from around college football. Sticking with the highly anticipated Big 10 showdown, National Champion and Indiana Head Coach, Curt Cignetti, joins the boys to discuss his team's preparations for P.J. Fleck and the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Coach Cig also dives into Indiana’s impressive defensive play thus far, provides an update on quarterback Josh Hoover, and shares his expectations as the Hoosiers look to keep their momentum rolling. Shifting gears to the NFL, Atlanta Falcons 3-time All-Pro Safety, Jessie Bates III, joins the lads following a historic performance in which he recorded an interception and a forced fumble. Bates reflects on his role as a cornerstone of Atlanta’s defense, the growing popularity of the Peanut Punch among defenders, and why he believes Michael Penix Jr. is the right man to lead the Falcons at quarterback. He also gives the boys a look inside the locker room and shares what it’s been like playing under Head Coach Kevin Stefanski. Make sure to subscribe to https://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 Monday. Cheers.
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