The Pat McAfee Show 2.0

On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the breaking news that the PGA Tour and LIV Golf have officially agreed on a merger, seemingly out of nowhere, and what it means for the future. They also discuss the Golden Knights routing the Panthers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, and the news that Colts CB Isaiah Rodgers Sr. has allegedly been caught gambling on the the Colts and the NFL from the facility. Joining the show is absolute legend in the game, host of SVP, Scott Van Pelt to talk about the PGA/LIV merger and how it is an actual bombshell that no one saw coming, what it means for everyone moving forward, and where we go from here (16:51-42:37). Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the progrum to discuss the Isaiah Rodgers Sr. situation, what he’s hearing about Dalvin Cook and DeAndre Hopkins, and all the other things floating around the NFL that we need to be aware of (1:21:26-1:48:02). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Miami Heat getting a massive win in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, the Stanley Cup Finals Game 2 tonight, the Buffalo Bills breaking ground on their new stadium today, the Bears running into some trouble in their new stadium situation, Dalvin Cook potentially being on the move to Miami, and everything else going on in the sports world. Joining the progrum to chat about the NBA Finals, the news that Kyrie Irving is trying to encourage LeBron to come to Dallas, potential new expansion teams, and more, is NBA Insider for The Athletic, Stadium, and Fanduel TV’s Run It Back, Shams Charania (19:24-47:27). Next, WWE Superstar Baron Corbin joins the show to chat about the Charity Softball game he played in this weekend in Kansas City, why KC is so special to people from there, and what he’s going to do in the WWE world now that he’s a free agent (1:16:59-1:26:14). Later, NBA Champion, 27th pick of the 2003 NBA Draft, ESPN NBA Analyst, “Big Perk” Kendrick Perkins joins the show to chat about the NBA Finals, why it’s the media’s fault that we don’t know more about Nikola Jokic, what the Heat need to do to neutralize the Joker, the importance of vets in the locker room, and why having a deep bench matters (1:45:51-1:58:36). Lastly, General Manager of the Buffalo Bills, Brandon Beane joins the show to chat about the new stadium, signing Leonard Floyd, Ed Oliver’s new deal, constructing a contender, if D Hop is still in play, how difficult the division is going to be this year, and more (2:10:23-2:32:17). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s Game 1 of the NBA Finals that saw the Nuggets dominate the Heat, and if this is going to be a quick series, the Stanley Cup Finals starting on Saturday, and everything else happening around the NFL. Joining the progrum is one of the most legendary play-by-play commentators of all-time, the only man who currently calls all 4 major sports, Kenny Albert to discuss his career, the Stanley Cup Finals that he’ll be calling starting this weekend, some incredible stories from his career, growing up in the shadow of his Dad, and the his new book coming out this fall (15:28-53:41). Next, Pro Bowler, Center for the Buffalo Bills, Mitch Morse joins the show to chat about the Bills’ culture, building team chemistry, his relationship with Josh Allen, his thoughts on Thursday Night flexing, the Bills locker room, and if 6’5” is too big to play center (1:06:41-1:30:56). Later, Coach Chuck Pagano joins the show to chat about his interview with Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh that came out this morning for the 33rd Team, and what his big takeaways were (2:13:24-2:21:32). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you Monday, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about tonights NBA Finals Game 1 in Denver between the Nuggets and the Heat, how altitude and elevation will change things for the Heat, what the Heat need to do to equalize Nikola Jokic, Shannon Sharpe negotiating a buy out with FS1 and officially leaving Undisputed after the NBA Finals, and everything else happening in the sports world. Joining the show to chat about the media landscape today with more athletes taking center stage, the 49ers Quarterback situation, Arthur Smith’s run game genius, which young QB’s are going to surprise this year and more is 12 year NFL veteran at Quarterback, ESPN NFL Analyst and friend of the show, Dan Orlovsky (19:54-1:04:53). Later, 2x NBA Champion, Finals MVP, 2x NCAA Champion, 3x NCAA Player of the Year, and absolute legend, Bill Walton joins the show to chat about and preview the NBA Finals, and anything else that’s on his mind in a wild conversation (1:49:53-2:25:53). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about The Athletic article from Matt Schneidman detailing the rift between the Packers front office and Aaron Rodgers, the Vikings paying off their debt to US Bank Stadium 23 years early, which will save taxpayers 226 million dollars, and everything else happening in the sports world. Joining the progrum is the 2017 and 2019 IndyCar Series Champion, and recent winner of the 2023 Indianapolis 500, Josef Newgarden, to chat about winning the big one, if he has a few screws loose, the battle between IndyCar and F1, how he locks in during a race, and much more (20:24-36:13). Next, 3x MVP, World Series Champion, 14x All-Star, 2x Gold Glove, MLB Analyst on FOX, Founder of A-Rod Corp, one of the greatest baseball players of all-time, Alex Rodriguez joins the show to chat about his career, the up’s and down’s, his thoughts on baseball today, Aaron Rodgers dealing with the New York media and how A-Rod thinks he’ll handle it, why he’s so good on TV, some of his mentors when he was younger, and what he’s doing to combat gum disease (1:12:35-1:32:20). Later, US Soccer Icon, Tony Meola joins the show to chat about Harry Kane saying he wants to kick in the NFL some day, what’s going on with the US Men’s National Team, and when he’s going to be named Head Coach (1:58:59-2:03:57). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap this weekend’s Eastern Conference Finals game 7 that saw the Heat outlast the Celtics in Boston, and the Golden Knights dismantling the Stars in Dallas, plus they chat about the NCAA Lacrosse National Championship, the Jimmy G situation becoming increasingly weird with his foot injury, what’s going to happen with D Hop, and everything else happening around the NFL. Joining the progrum fresh off a National Championship victory is Notre Dame Lacrosse legend, Pat Kavanagh to chat about the Irish winning the title, the emotions and waves of the season, the text message he got from his goalie the night before the game, playing with a torn hamstring, what he plans to do to celebrate, Lacrosse as a whole growing as a sport, and much more (23:06-51:49). Next, 9 year NFL veteran at Defensive Back, host of The Man-To-Man podcast, Darius Butler joins the show to chat about both of his Florida teams being in the NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Finals, respectively, how his golf game is, the F1 Race in Monaco that stunk, and more (1:31:33-1:53:43). Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to chat about the Jimmy G situation, what he thinks DeAndre Hopkins will demand on the open market, his beef with Mike Florio, Brock Purdy’s rehab, and if NFL teams are still interested in Antonio Brown (1:55:53-2:33:03). Lastly, Super Bowl Champion, 11 year NFL veteran on the Offensive Line, host of In The Trenches, AQ Shipley joins the progrum to chat about successfully completing The Murph on Memorial Day, and how he’s feeling just a day after (3:06:59-3:11:10). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the breaking news that DeAndre Hopkins has officially been released by the Arizona Cardinals, the Celtics beating the Heat in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Stars fending off a sweep against the Golden Knights, and everything else happening around the NFL and the sports world as a whole. Joining the progrum to chat about the NBA playoffs, his thoughts on the Joker, LeBron retiring, the Ja Morant situation and much more is Hall of Famer, MVP, 11x All-Star, 10x All-NBA, and co-host on Inside the NBA on TNT, the legend, Sir Charles Barkley (1:07:41-1:42:49). Later, 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, author, host of the GM Shuffle and Lombardi Line, writer for the Daily Coach, Michael Lombardi joins the show to chat about everything happening around the league as OTA’s are under way, his understanding of the DeAndre Hopkins situation, and his plans for Memorial Day weekend (1:42:51-2:08:25). Lastly, NFL Network Senior Insider, host of the Weekly Wrap-Up with Rapsheet and Friends, Ian Rapoport joins the show to chat about DeAndre Hopkins, the situation with the Commanders, another Detroit player potentially getting pinged for gambling, and everything else happening around the NFL (2:12:12-2:30:47). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Enjoy your Memorial Day Weekend, we’ll see you on Tuesday.

On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the tonight’s Stanley Cup Playoffs game between the Golden Knights and the Stars, the NBA playoffs game between the Celtics and Heat, and all the NFL stories percolating around the internet. Joining the progrum to break some news about LeBron, the Eastern Conference finals, and Ja Morant is NBA Insider for Stadium, The Athletic, and co-host of Run It Back on FanduelTV, Shams Charania (36:09-1:01:35). Next, de facto GM of the Cincinnati Bengals, Duke Tobin joins the show to talk about constructing the Bengals roster, how they’re always in win now mode with Joe Burrow, how he’s going to pay everybody, replacing guys on the defensive side of the ball, his process when selecting players in the NFL Draft, and much more (1:05:47-1:42:01). Later, owner of Pro Football Talk, Mike Florio joins the show to chat about the NFL kickoff rule being changed, the process of finding a new commissioner after Goodell is allegedly up in 2027, who he thinks could potentially be the next commissioner, whose deal gets done first, Joe Burrow or Justin Herbert, Jimmy G’s foot surgery, and more (2:06:55-2:46:07). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today's show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Celtics fending off elimination after beating the Heat in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals last night, the Las Vegas Golden Knights continuing to roll against the Dallas Stars by taking a 3-0 series lead, more on the NFL changing the kickoff rules, and everything else happening around the world of sports. Joining the progrum fresh off one of the best feel good stories of the year at the PGA Championship, PGA Club Pro, Michael Block stops by to chat about his whirlwind weekend, what the experience was like, his ace on 15, how he kept his cool, and more (29:40-42:09). Next, Head Coach and now Defensive Coordinator of the Buffalo Bills, Sean McDermott joins the show to chat about how OTA's have been going so far, the Bills ultimate goals, calling defensive plays after not doing it for some time, his thoughts on the kickoff rules, and much more (1:03:54-1:30:46). Later, President of the UFC, Dana White joins the show to discuss tonight's Slap 2 event, what cards he has in the works, when we can possibly expect to see Jon Jones back in the Octagon, the blowback he received when taking the UFC to ESPN+, and more (1:50:48-2:09:33). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the NFL (more specifically Roger Goodell) lobbying to officially change the kickoff rules, which passed today, the Lakers getting swept by the Nuggets and if this is the end of LeBron’s career after he started contemplating retirement, and everything else happening in the sports world. Joining the progrum from the league meetings to chat about the rule changes, the Commanders sale, and all the pertinent things happening at the meetings is NFL Network Insider and friend of the show, Ian Rapoport (17:13-51:54). Next, future Hall of Famer, 2x Super Bowl Champion, Super Bowl MVP, multiple time Pro Bowler and All-Pro, Buffalo Bills edge rusher, Von Miller joins the show to chat about his rehab process, his fight for getting all grass fields in the NFL, recruiting DHop to the Bills and if he thinks that’s likely, and much more (1:28:36-1:50:32). Later, former Navy Seal Sniper and New York Times best selling author and creator of “The Terminal List,” Jack Carr joins the show LIVE In The ThunderDome to chat about his new book, his time in the military, his writing process, the new series and projects he has in the pipeline, and so much more (1:54:26-2:41:55). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the PGA Championship, Brooks Koepka winning his 5th major, the incredible story about PGA Tour Pro Michael Block making a run at the PGA Championship and taking over the sports world. They also discuss the NFL Meetings in Minnesota, some rule changes that they’re mulling including changes to the kickoff, the Commanders sale not being final yet, and much more. Joining the progrum to chat about the Big Ten Media deals for football season, the state of flux they’re currently in, and Kevin Warren put them in a bad spot before leaving to go work for the Bears is the Authority on College Football, Pulitzer Prize nominee, Pete Thamel (19:51-48:07). Later, one of the voices of golf, and current analyst for LIV Golf, David Feherty, joins the show to chat about this weekend’s PGA Championship, how big for LIV it is that Brooks Koepka won and is starting to get hot, his thoughts on the LIV broadcasting debacle recently, how incredible what Michael Block did was, and where LIV goes from here (1:14:31-1:27:25). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, Pacman Jones, and the boys break DAHN the NBA and NHL playoffs from the night before. After some conversation Pat welcomes on Jets super fan and retired New York Fire fighter, Fireman Ed to discuss some disgraceful remarks made by this progrum’s very own Boston Connor. The optimism is great as Pat transitions the conversation from Connor’s harsh words to his expectations from the Jets this upcoming season. As the conversation rolls on Pat brings on a play by play legend and current voice of Thursday Night Football on Prime Video Al Micheals. They get into the transition from Sunday night’s games to now calling the games on Thursdays and last season as a whole, as well as a look ahead to the upcoming games this year as the full schedule was recently announced. To close out the show Pat brings on our good friend Ian Rapoport to wrap up the NFL news from this week. Have a fantastic weekend and hope to see you back with us on Monday. Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to catch the show live. We appreciate the hell out of you all, see you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Pat, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the PGA Championship starting today, Jimmy Butler putting the Miami Heat on his back after a big road victory in Boston against the Celtics, some of the other news stories floating around the NFL, and everything else happening around the sports world. Joining the show to chat about his draft process, break some news about a new signing, discuss what’s on his plate the next few months, and explain how he does things differently than his predecessor is Pittsburgh Steelers GM, Omar Khan (1:07:35-1:23:23). Later, the Captain of the Las Vegas Golden Knights, Mark “Stoner” Stone joins the progrum to chat about his career, what it’s like playing for Vegas, being the first captain in the history of the franchise, how his back is faring after several back surgeries in the last year, if the boys are buzzing right now, his pregame superstitions, and much more (2:25:12-2:45:51). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today's show, Pat is officially back in the saddle and is joined by Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys. They chat about Pat speaking at Disney's upfronts yesterday and the big news that was announced. They also cover the Ja Morant situation more at length after Adam Silver's comments about the situation, and everything else that is happening around the sports world. Joining the progrum to chat about the show moving to ESPN, what it means, how things are going to change (they're not), and why he thinks people feel the way they do about ESPN is the face of college football, NFL Color Commentator for Amazon Prime, and friend of the show, Kirk Herbstreit (30:08-54:16). Later, Senior MLB Insider, author, and journalist, Jett Passan joins the show to chat about the Aaron Judge "cheating scandal," if the changes to baseball's rules have been a success so far this season, Shohei Ohtani still being unbelievable, what's going to happen with the Oakland A's, and more (1:53:38-2:26:14). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, AJ Hawk, Pacman Jones, and the boys fill in for Pat while he is on paternity. They chat about the recent article from The Ringer in which Davante Adams talked about having a different vision for the offense than the front offense, and finally feeling like people understand he can perform at an All-Pro level without Aaron Rodgers, if it ultimately means anything, and if they can get things worked out. They also discuss the Vikings removing Dalvin Cook from their Twitter header, and everything else happening around the NFL as we enter a pretty low news period. Joining the progrum to chat about the Davante Adams situation, if we can learn anything from what's happening in Rookie minicamps, his thoughts on Joel Embiid and the 76ers, his new book coming out this fall, and more is 3X Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, NY Times best selling author, host of the GM Shuffle podcast and the Lombardi Line, Michael Lombardi (55:08-1:10:05). Later, 9 year NFL veteran at DB, host of the Man-To-Man pod, Darius Butler joins the show to chat about the Dalvin Cook situation, his thoughts on the NBA Conference Finals matchups, an update on the F1 season, his pick-up basketball and golf exploits, and more (1:56:25-2:22:45). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, AJ Hawk, and the boys fill in for Pat while he is on paternity. They discuss the Washington Commanders sale officially going through to Josh Harris and his group, what that means for the Commanders moving forward, what Dan Snyder does next, and they recap all of this weekend’s NBA Playoffs and NHL Playoffs action. Joining the progrum to chat about the Commanders sale, Matt Ryan joining CBS but not officially retiring, Quinnen Williams being unhappy with his current situation with the Jets, what’s next for Carson Wentz, and more is NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport (20:15-46:07). Later, NBA Insider for The Athletic, Stadium, and Run It Back on Fanduel TV, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about Ja Morant’s current situation and what kind of suspension we could be looking at, all the coaching changes in the NBA, what he’s expecting from the rest of the playoffs, the draft lottery and implications, and more (2:05:44-2:24:26). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, AJ Hawk, and the boys fill in for Pat while he is on paternity. They chat about the NFL schedule release videos and who the big winners and losers were, take a deeper dive into all the different Thursday Night, Sunday Night, and Monday Night games, and chat about everything else going on in the sports world including the NBA Playoffs, the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and what free agents are still available in the NFL. Joining the progrum to chat about NIL, gambling in college sports, and to share some stories from his time in college with AJ is 18th pick of the 2006 NFL Draft, former Ohio State legend, the man who saved Big Ten football not too many years ago, The General, Bobby Carpenter (1:01:23-1:19:09). Later, Pat stops by to chat about the schedule release videos, how he’s been since having his baby girl, and his thoughts on the primetime games, as the Colts are one of the four teams who do not have a primetime game this year (1:33:00-2:54:20). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you on Monday, cheers.

On today’s show, AJ Hawk, Pacman Jones, and the boys fill in for Pat while he is on paternity. They chat about the NFL schedule release and the handful of games that have already been released, which ones we're looking forward to, and they also dive into the projected over/unders of all the teams this year. Joining the progrum fresh off a right hand heard round the world, a 2x winner with 36 top tens, Ross Chastain joins the show to chat about always wanting to be a Nascar driver, being a ninth generation watermelon farmer, if he's gotten any blowback for socking Noah Gragson in the face, and much more (19:57-48:26). Later, 2x All-Pro, 5x All-Pro, one of the greatest TE's to ever play in the NFL, Jimmy Graham joins the show to chat about being an accomplished pilot, sailing around the world which he is preparing to do right now, his career in the league and if he thinks he'll be in the Hall of Fame, and being possibly the most interesting man in the world (58:31-1:26:27). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, AJ Hawk, Pacman Jones, and the boys fill in for Pat while he is on paternity. They chat about the Celtics being on the verge of elimination, Jokic having another dominating night on the hardwood in the NBA Playoffs, all the different action on the ice with the NHL Playoffs, and discuss some of the marquee games already released for next year’s NFL season. Joining the progrum to chat about last night’s games and tonight’s tilts, and ultimately who he thinks is going to hoist Lord Stanley’s Cup is Stanley Cup Champion, NHL Network Analyst, and co-host of That’s Hockey Talk, Mike “Rupper” Rupp (1:11:26-1:36:27). Later, New York Times Bestseller, former Navy Seal sniper, and creator of the Terminal List, Jack Carr joins the show to chat about his new book in the James Reece saga, “In The Blood,” discuss his thoughts on where warfare is going in the future with the advancements in technology and AI, his work on the Terminal List series, his writing process, and much more (1:48:51-2:13:15). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.

On today’s show, Ian Rapoport, Pacman Jones, AJ Hawk, and the boys fill in for Pat while he is on paternity. They chat about last night’s NBA Playoff games, the NFL schedule release, Rapsheet’s college rowing career, Patrick Mahomes potentially getting the richest contract in NFL history before the start of the NFL season, and much more. Joining the progrum to chat about the schedule release, how the insider game works, his thoughts on the Vikings moving forward and the Kirk Cousins and Justin Jefferson situations and more is NFL Insider for NFL Network, The Arrow, Tom Pelissero (13:18-52:47). Next, 7x NBA All-Star, 5x All-NBA, 1995 NBA Rookie of the Year, and color commentator for the NBA on TNT, Grant Hill joins the show to preview tonight’s Suns vs. Nuggets game 5, chat about the playoffs as a whole so far, how the NBA has changed since he was in the league, LeBron and Steph’s legacies, and much more (55:23-1:14:20). Later, Pat jumps on to chat about how parenting has been going, the potential contracts of Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, and Justin Herbert, and respond to some of the rumors floating around about Up to Something SZN (1:55:58-2:52:45). Make sure you subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow to watch the show. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. See you tomorrow, cheers.