The Pat McAfee Show

On today's show, Pat & the boys are LIVE from the NFL Combine for a Feel Good Friday wrapping up an ELECTRIC week of conversation dahn at Lucas Oil. In the first hour, Pat & the boys reveal reports that Will Howard was seen late last night throwing balls in a hotel parking lot, who shined at Day 1 of on-field workouts for the DL and Linebackers, what to look for today from the Tight Ends & Defensive Backs today, replacing the chain gang with Hawk-Eye technology. In the second hour, University of North Carolina GM, friend of the progrum, & paisan joins the progrum for a live reaction to Matthew Stafford staying with the Los Angeles Rams, an update on life as a college GM, them being featured on off-season Hard Knocks this year (potentially), what he looks for in the combine and Draft Prospects, and more. Also in the second hour, Bills General Manager Brandon Beane joins the conversation to chat about what he's looking for during combine week, their focus on getting to the Super Bowl, building through the trenches, his recent extension signing with WR Khalil Shakir, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT) or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We will be back on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat & the boys are LIVE from the NFL Combine covering all the latest in NFL Draft & Free Agency news, including an alleged kerfuffle between NFL Newsbreakers at a local Starbucks. At the top of the show, the boys are joined by Pacers Point Gard & Olympic Gold Medalist Tyrese Haliburton to talk about the narratives surrounding the NBA right now, his reaction to the Luka Doncic trade, his love for Indianapolis, and more. After Tyrese, host of the NFL Draft, NFL Combine, and The Rich Eisen Show, Rich Eisen joins the progrum alongside NFL Draft guru Daniel Jeremiah to chat about what they are looking for at this Combine, Rich's Run Rich Run campaigns over the years where he runs the 40 yard dash for St. Judes, how Daniel Jeremiah sees the top of the draft shaking out, and much more. Pat closes the first hour with some massive breaking news, where source(s) confirm that Travis Kelce will return to the Kansas City Chiefs next season. In the second hour, ESPN Fantasy expert & Draft analyst Field Yates stops by to go over the Draft season from his perspective, his thoughts on how free agency will go for Vikings QB Sam Darnold, and his take on this year's quarterback class. Also in the second hour, Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule stops by with some electric stories about his Nebraska offseason, his thoughts on canceling his progrum's Spring Game, the transfer portal, and more. In the third hour, ESPN Sideline Reporter & Analyst Molly McGrath joins the set to talk about covering the Draft for the first time last year and the segway it provides from College Football to the NFL, and more. We close the show with a delivery from Visit Indy and the Owner of St Elmo's with a delivery on Shrimp Cocktails & Steak Sliders. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We will be LIVE again from the Combine tomorrow for Feel Good Friday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat & the boys are LIVE from the NFL Combine to recap all the action we missed during break, including the NHL's electric Four Nations Faceoff & all the latest NFL news, including Colts GM Chris Ballard saying they'll have an open competition at Quarterback next season, Matt Stafford's latest trade status & potential landing spots, and more. In the first hour, we are joined by Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh & their General Manager Joe Hortiz to chat about the status of free agent Khalil Mack, what they look for in Football Guys, what they are looking forward to at this year's combine, Coach's love of High Fives, and more. In the second hour, Adam Schefter stops by for an update on the Matt Stafford sweepstakes and how that effects broader free agency, where free agent WR Tee Higgins may land, how the relationship between Trey Hendrickson & the Bengals may shake out alongside their big name wide receivers, and much more. In the third hour, we are joined by Houston Texans GM Nick Caserio, who talked about how interviews are his most important piece of the combine process, if the Texans could retain Stefon Diggs this offseason, how CJ Stroud's offseason will look and more. It's great to be back. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We will be LIVE again from the Combine tomorrow & Friday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact and recap everything that happened in Super Bowl LIX, that saw the Eagles dominate the Chiefs in all three phases of the game en route to a 40-22 victory including Jalen Hurts’ MVP performance despite Saquon not having his best day, Vic Fangio’s defense turning in a stellar performance that included six sacks, and three takeaways including a pick 6 from rookie CB Cooper DeJean on his birthday, plus everything else about the game, the halftime show, and the commercials. Joining the progrum to wrap up the season and answer a few burning questions that will remain throughout the offseason is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, 12x Oscar Nominee, one of the biggest stars on earth, actor, writer, producer, director, and Philadelphia Eagles super fan, Bradley Cooper joins the show to chat about leading the team onto the field, his emotions in the aftermath of the win, when he felt comfortable the game was in hand, where that ranks in a list of his other career accolades and accomplishments, how Danny & Coop’s came to be, what he’s working on right now, if he’ll be going to the parade, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’re going to take a few weeks off to recharge, thank you for riding with us all season long. We’ll be back for the NFL Combine. Be safe, and see you then. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, AQ Shipley & the boys are LIVE from Radio Row dahn in New Orleans for a packed Feel Good Friday ahead of Super Bowl 59 between the Chiefs & the Eagles. At the top of the show, the boys are joined by Michael McQuaid of NFL Ireland to talk about the Pittsburgh Steelers heading across the pond for a game in Dublin in 2025. In the first hour, we are joined by the Hall of Fame, Legendary Dolphins Quarterback Dan Marino, who talks about the Dolphins recent struggles, his perspective on Patrick Mahomes' generational run, why he was so good in the pocket, his thoughts on League MVP Josh Allen & what it'll take to get the Bills over the playoff hump, his Super Bowl pick, and more. The first hour also features a visit from former Patriots Defensive Coordinator Matt Patricia, who breaks down how he sees the Super Bowl going from a coaches perspective, and an electric one liner from the Roast Master Jeff Ross. One of the most legendary businessmen of all time, CEO of Endeavor and TKO, and the inspiration for Ari Gold, Ari Emanuel joins the progrum on stage for an amazing conversation about his journey as an entertainment agent to sports conglomerate mogul, convincing Pat to do a Super Bowl commercial, WWE Raw's recent move to Netflix, the future of live sports entertainment, and more. In the second hour, we kick things off with a visit from Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry who lets us know where to get the best Gator, bringing a real live tiger back to LSU sidelines, and more. Also in the second hour, free agent Quarterback Jameis Winston stops by to chat about his career, his breakdown of the Chiefs Defense and how the Eagles can attack it, pregame speeches, and more. We close the second hour with Country Music icon Kenny Chesney to talk about his upcoming shows at the Sphere out in Vegas, his love for country music, and more. We close the show with the tradition of SportsGrid Gabe Morency giving us his best prop picks and pick for the Super Bowl before the boys all make their picks for the game. We'll be back live from the ThunderDome on Monday. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube 12-3pm EDT, or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, AQ Shipley & the boys are LIVE from radio row in New Orleans for a PACKED show of guests ahead of Super Bowl 59. In the first hour, Pat & the boys chat about the NFL playing a 2026 game featuring the Los Angeles Rams in 2026, and are quickly joined by WWE Superstar Seth Freakin' Rollins to talk some WWE & the prospects of his Bears next season. After Seth, the boys chat about the Hall of Fame inductees tonight before being joined by Los Angeles Rams WR, friend of the progrum, & Big Uce Puka Nacua, who tells us about how much he's learned being in the same WR room as Cooper Kupp, his partnership with the Super Bowl Bowling Classic presented by Pepsi, and much more. 49ers TE George Kittle drops by quickly after Puka to remind us all that no one, and we mean no one, outpizzas the Hut. Also in the first hour, Commanders QB & Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Year Jayden Daniels joins the progrum on stage to talk about his relationship with OC Kliff Kingsbury, the legendary Hail Mary against the Bears, and more. To kick off the second hour, OZ The Mentalist drops by for a wild card trick & Spice Adams drops by to deliver some Cracker Barrel cheese. ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky joins the progrum a little late for a conversation about his criticism of Eagles HC Nick Sirianni this year, and more. Lions Defensive End Aidan Hutchinson joins the show to chat about rehab from his brutal injury, if he would have been able to play in the Super Bowl if the Lions made it to New Orleans, what it was like playing for departed DC Aaron Glenn & HC Dan Campbell and more. In the last hour, Donovan McNabb drops by to quickly say what's up, and we are joined by Get Up Host and ESPN LEGEND, Mike Greenberg to discuss the vitriol towards the Chiefs dynasty, his criticism of Nick Sirianni, and more. Falcons RB Bijan Robinson drops by with Greeny & talks about the game slowing down for him, what he sees in Saquon's dominant run, and more. Riverboat Ron Rivera also joins Greeny's interview to talk about his new role with Cal Football. We close the show with an awesome interview with legendary Saints QB Drew Brees, who tells us about his relationship with Punter Thomas Morstead, his love for New Orleans and the people here, why more pressure is actually on the Eagles, and more. We close the show by enjoying some local Gumbo from Louisiana Fish Fry. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube 12-3pm EDT, or ESPN+. We will be live from Radio Row in New Orleans again for Feel Good Friday tomorrow. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, AQ Shipley, and the boys are LIVE from Radio Row dahn in New Orleans breaking dahn everything you need to know ahead of a MASSIVE Super Bowl 59 between the Chiefs & Eagles, including where AQ Shipley think the trenches edge could be, AP Tone's Bet of the Day, and more. In the first hour, 49ers All-Pro Lineback Fred Warner joined the progrum and discusses the past season from his perspective, taking on the Chiefs in last year’s Super Bowl, insight into Christian McCaffrey's injury to start last season and expectations for the upcoming year. Also in the first hour, Fox Sports' Chris “Bear” Fallica and Adam “Pacman” Jones both stop by the Progrum quickly to chat about the big game. In the second hour, the reigning, defending NFL Sack King & Free Agent Trey Hendricks joins the progrum to talk about how much he loves Cincinnati & the Bengals defense, playing for DC Lou Anarumo, playing without gloves, his upcoming free agency, playing with Joe Burrow and much more. We're also joined by two of the Marine Corps officers who will be doing the Super Bowl flyover in a V-22 Osprey, complete with footage of the beast in action. In the third hour, the Toxic Table recaps their night at the Casino last night & we are joined by Super Bowl Champion & NYJets Punter Thomas Morstead to discuss his work with Punters & Kickers around the league to fight ALS, this disappointing last season with the Jets, incoming Head Coach Aaron Glenn, and more. We wrap up discussing expectations for the ratings of the Super Bowl & some jocularity around AQ Shipley's role this week at Waste Management with the Thunderbirds. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT) or ESPN+. We will live from Radio Row in New Orleans again tomorrow, and as always, we appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about the Super Bowl and some intriguing bets that continue to roll in, before going LIVE to Luka Dončić’s introductory press conference as a Los Angeles Laker. Joining the progrum to continue to chat about the trade and how it will be looked at this year, and years in the future before chatting more about what potential trades we could be seeing soon is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Later, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, and current Head Coach of North Carolina, Bill Belichick joins the show to preview the Super Bowl, chat about how differently this time of the year is for him being a college coach now, what he thinks the most important factors of the game will be, and how he ultimately sees the game panning out. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow LIVE from Radio Row in New Orleans. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are joined for the whole show by the voice of the WWE and future Hall of Famer, Michael Cole as they discuss all the pertinent information surrounding the Super Bowl as well as a few of the other stories that are massive around the sports world after this weekend. Joining the program to chat about the breaking news that Myles Garrett has requested a trade from the Browns, the Saints Head Coach situation, and more from around the league is ESPN NFL Senior Insider, Adam Schefter. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to break down the Luka/AD trade and how it came to be, the De’Aaron Fox trade, what’s going to happen with Jimmy Butler, and what the Warriors are trying to do. Next, 2025 Royal Rumble Champion, Main Event Jey Uso joins the show to chat about his career as a whole, how great of a moment it was for him and his family, how the Yeet movement started, where his entrance through the crowd came from, his relationship with John Cena, and much more. Later, one of the GOAT’s, the Hulkster, Hulk Hogan joins the show to chat about how Real American Beer came to be, why he respects the wrestlers of today so much, some of the ill will that he has received over the years, a look back on his legendary career, and much more. Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. Or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Pro Bowl games and what the NFL can do to keep evolving this so it doesn’t turn into a laughing stock and it ensures that the best players in the NFL continue to get together for the Pro Bowl, as well as the Justin Tucker situation and what that means going forward. Pat and the boys are also joined by four incredible guests including first ballot Hall of Famer, 2x Super Bowl Champion, Super Bowl MVP, 5x MVP, one of the greatest players in NFL history, Peyton Manning joins the show to chat about the Pro Bowl games and what he thinks about the Super Bowl matchup. Next, Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about the trade deadline, De’Aaron Fox and Jimmy Butler on the move, what the Lakers are doing, and the Zion situation in New Orleans. Next, Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni joins the show to chat about the narratives about him in the media and what he does to ignore them, his relationship with Jalen Hurts, the WR’s, Brandon Graham’s potential return, and what he learned from the previous Super Bowl that will help the Eagles this time around. Lastly, one of the biggest Superstars in the WWE, the Second City Saint, CM Punk joins the show LIVE from the ThunderDome to chat about the Royal Rumble, his career as a whole, what this weekend looks like for him, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about the Super Bowl and some of the intriguing bets that have been popping up on sports books arounds the country before making way for several great guests. First, North Carolina GM Michael Lombardi joins the show to give his take on Pete Carroll as Raiders Head Coach and Liam Coen as Jaguars Head Coach, how much prep goes into the Senior Bowl, and his thoughts on the Super Bowl itself. Next, Field Yates joins the show LIVE from the Senior Bowl in Mobile to chat about who’s been making the biggest impressions amongst teams and GM’s. Next, former board member of the WWE, former WWE Superstar, the Queen of Queens, Stephanie McMahon joins the show to chat about the Royal Rumble in Indianapolis, growing up in the WWE, why stepping away was so important for her, her new series on ESPN+, Stephanie’s Places, and much more. Lastly, WWE Superstar, former Champion, and friend of the progrum, Sheamus joins the show to chat about the Royal Rumble, how his year has been going, and why he wants to take another Ireland trip with Pat and the boys. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss everything happening around the NFL world as we prepare for Super Bowl LIX before making way for four great guests. First, former Head Coach of Indianapolis Colts, and new Senior Secondary Coach for the Baltimore Ravens, Chuck Pagano joins the show to chat about how the opportunity came about, how long it’s been in the works, and why he’s been so thankful for the last few years. Next, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, and current Head Coach at North Carolina, Bill Belichick joins the show to chat about preparing a team for the Super Bowl, how much experience matters, and what teams who didn’t make the game are kicking themselves about over these next few weeks. Next, 4x Super Bowl Champion (3x as Head Coach), and current Head Coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, Andy Reid joins the show to chat about preparing for the Super Bowl against the Eagles, his relationship with Spags, what kind of challenges Philly’s defense presents, what makes Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce so special, and his thoughts on how much experience matters during the Super Bowl. Later, future first ballot Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, and current analyst for the NFL on CBS, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about the Super Bowl matchup, why it’s easy to feel bad for Josh Allen, what he thinks of some of these new coaching hires, and to get under AQ Shipley’s skin a bit. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Jerry and Stephen Jones’ comments in Brian Schottenheimer’s opening press conference, Liam Coen’s opening press conference that made him look like a massive goofball, and how we ultimately have no idea whether or not these guys will win or not. They also chat about the AFC Championship ratings and what they’re forecasting for the Super Bowl in terms of viewership, as well as a little Moon Landing talk. Joining the show to chat about his thoughts on Liam Coen, if he thinks Nick Sirianni has eased a lot of the criticism’s piled on him throughout the season, why the Chiefs are so tough to beat, and which college QB’s he’s started looking at as we prepare the for the draft process with the Senior Bowl getting underway is 12 year NFL veteran, and ESPN NFL analyst/co-hsot of NFL Live, Dan Orlovsky. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the thrilling AFC and NFC Championship games that saw the Eagles blow the doors off the Commanders en route to a 32 point victory on the back of 7 rushing touchdowns, and the Chiefs outlast the Bills in another instant classic between these two teams in Kansas City. Joining the progrum to chat about the fallout from both games including people having an issue with the the referees and the Chiefs, why no one still respects Nick Sirianni, as well as some coaching news including Brian Schottenheimer being named the Head Coach in Dallas, and who is still on the docket to interview in New Orleans, is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview both Conference Championships and make their picks against the spread, and also chat about the breaking news that Pete Carroll has officially been named the Head Coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, and Liam Coen has officially been named the Head Coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars in a drama filled situation. They also discuss the ratings from the National Championship and Divisional weekend, as well as some of the transfer portal news that has been floating around since the end of the college football season. Joining the show to give some updates on Pete Carroll, Liam Coen, and the other coaching openings that are left is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, 8x Super Bowl Champion, the GOAT, and current Head Coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels, Bill Belichick joins the show to chat about being on the recruiting trail, and he previews the Conference Championship games. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you on Monday. Enjoy the games. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Coach Chuck Pagano, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about Ben Johnson’s introductory press conference, the other openings around the league and who may be linked to them, his thoughts on the Divisional Round, and Chuck makes his picks against the spread for Championship weekend. Joining the progrum to chat more about the Championship Round of the playoffs, what this current stage of building the UNC football team is like, who they’re competing against recruiting wise, and much more is 3x Super Bowl Champion, NY Times best-selling author, and current GM of UNC Football, Michael Lombardi. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to give all the latest updates on the Jimmy Butler situation, Zion’s return from injury, if the Lakers are going to make a play at the trade deadline, and the latest entrant into the NBA Dunk Contest. Lastly, former NFL scout, LA Chargers color analyst, and NFL Network analyst/Draft guru, Daniel Jeremiah joins the show to chat about the upcoming NFL Draft, where he has all the QB’s ranked, who he thinks the best player in the draft class is, and which positions are the deepest. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about Ben Johnson becoming the next Head Coach of the Chicago Bears and what he needs to do to help turn that organization around. They also chat about the breaking news that Aaron Glenn has been hired by the New York Jets for their Head Coaching vacancy, and Jaguars GM Trent Baalke being let go, as well as what other openings might be close to being filled here soon. Joining the progrum to chat about his season, career, and his public perception is 9x Pro Bowl QB, Super Bowl Champion, and Walter Payton Man of the Year, current free agent and most recently Pittsburgh Steelers QB, Russell Wilson. Later, future first ballot Hall of Famer, 3x DPOY, Texans Ring of Honor member, and NFL on CBS analyst, JJ Watt joins the show to chat about his thoughts on all the different coaching and GM movement, why he doesn’t understand why Lions fans are upset at Ben Johnson for leaving, an update on Burnley F.C. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s National Championship which saw Ohio State hang on to win 34-23 after a furious comeback from Notre Dame, plus they recap the entire college football season as a whole that was arguably the best one we’ve ever had. Joining the show to chat about the season as a whole, what this means for Ohio State, if Notre Dame will be able to compete for more National Championships in the future, Will Howard’s draft prospects, how he thinks Ben Johnson will do as the Bears Head Coach, and much more is the voice and face of College Football, Kirk Herbstreit. Next, National Champion and Offensive MVP from last night’s game, Ohio State QB Will Howard joins the show to chat about the team, his relationship with his teammates and Ryan Day, his process of landing at Ohio State, what comes next for him in terms of the draft process, and much more in an incredible interview. Lastly, 18th overall pick of the 2006 NFL Draft, 7 year NFL veteran at Linebacker, and host of The Morning Juice in Columbus, “The General” Bob Carpenter joins the show to recap his night last night at the National Championship, what that means for this team as a whole in terms of their legacy in Columbus, if fans will give Ryan Day a break now, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, Darius Butler & the boys are LIVE from Mercedes Benz Stadium ahead of tonight's CFP National Championship between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish & the Ohio State Buckeyes. The boys recap everything from the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs, including the Chiefs still being the Chiefs, what led to the Ravens falling short in Buffalo against the Bills, rookie phenom QB Jayden Daniels & the Washington Commanders shocking the Detroit Lions, and Saquon Barkley continuing his dominance with 205 yards to help take dahn the Los Angeles Rams. In the first hour, ESPN'S Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins the progrum to update us on the NFL Coaching Carousel, including what the surprise elimination of the Detroit Lions means for OC Ben Johnson & DC Aaron Glenn's impact on the hiring cycle, an update on Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury's head coaching prospects, former Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy's potential landing spot, and more. Also in the first hour, College Football Hall of Famer & 7-time National Champion, Nick Saban, joins the show live to chat about what it's like preparing for the National Championship the week of the game, where the Championships should be played, whether he was nervous before his 10 Championship appearances, what he expects to see in the battle between the Fighting Irish & the Buckeyes, his takeaways from the NFL's Divisional round, and much more. In the second hour, legendary Stand Up Comedian, Actor, & Podcaster, Shane Gillis stopped by the set to let us know how he feels about his Fighting Irish going into tonight's game, his perspective on their run to the National Championship game, his latest commercial with Under Armour, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT) or ESPN+. Tune into College GameDay on ESPN at 5pm today and ESPN2 at 7:30pm tonight for the Field Pass with the Pat McAfee Show. We appreciate the hell out of all you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the divisional playoff round games this weekend and make their picks against the spread. They also preview the National Championship, and chat more about the different coach and GM openings in the NFL right now. Joining the show to give an update on the Deion Sanders situation in Dallas, why Kevin O’Connell hasn’t gotten a contract extension yet, who the Patriots are looking at for Offensive Coordinator, why he wouldn’t place Ben Johnson in Las Vegas just yet, and much more is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, 13 year NFL veteran and host of the Pacman Jones Show, Adam Pacman Jones to give a few updates on the Deion Sanders situation and why he thinks Deion is going to stay at Colorado, how he’s hearing that Ben Johnson to the Raiders is a done deal, where Sheduer Sanders might wind up, and how he thinks Ja’Marr Chase’s contract situation will play out this year with the Bengals. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN’s Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices