The Pat McAfee Show

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, & the boys are LIVE from outside the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio ahead of tonight's Hall of Fame game between the Los Angeles Chargers & the Detroit Lions. We start by breaking some starting line up news for the Detroit Lions tonight, and then are immediately joined by the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class, starting with 5x All Pro & the All-Time NFL Touchdown leader for Tight Ends, Hall of Famer, Chargers Legend Antonio Gates to chat about his induction into the Hall, his college basketball career, changing the game of football forever, the moment that he knew he belonged in the NFL, Tight End University, playing with Philip Rivers, his blocking acumen, 2025 Chargers expectations, & more. After Antonio, 3x All-Pro, 8x Pro Bowler with 54 career INTs & 9 defensive touchdowns, Eagles Legend Eric Allen stopped by to tell us how it felt when he received his Gold Jacket, his on field mentality & playing the ball, his thoughts on the reigning champion Eagles, his career spanning from facing Joe Montana to Tom Brady, & more. To close out the first hour, we are joined by 4x All-Pro, 2x NFL Sacks Leader, Hall of Famer #69 Jared Allen, to talk about his Hall of Fame speech writing process, how he developed into the Hall of Fame Edge that he was, his roping celebration, what led him to losing a bunch of weight, and more. In the second hour, we are joined by ESPN's #2 Edge recruit in the country, Anthony "Tank" Jones, who announced that he is joining the Oregon Ducks. To close the show, we are joined on set by Multi-Platinum Recording Artist mgk, to debut his new song for ESPN College Football, playing the Chiefs Super Bowl party, his acting career, 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 will be LIVE from Canton, Ohio ahead of the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys are LIVE from Latrobe, PA for Pittsburgh Steelers Training Camp previewing all things 2025 Steelers football. In the first hour, 7x Pro Bowler & DPOY TJ Watt joins the progrum alongside 7x Pro Bowler & Walter Payton Man of The Year Cam Heyward to chat about TJ's new contract, the additions of Jalen Ramsey and more. Also in the first hour, Super Bowl Champion & 4x MVP Aaron Rodgers stops by to talk about how fired up he is to join the Steelers, dorm life at Training Camp, fights at Training Camp, Mike Tomlin as a head coach & leader and more. Next, Super Bowl Champion Head Coach Mike Tomlin joins the set to tell us about the demeanor that Jalen Ramsey brings, the confidence Rodgers brings, and more. Steelers Special Teams Coach Danny Smith joined the program after Coach Tomlin for an electric pump up speech and epic stories from his 31 years in the NFL. In the second hour, Steelers GM Omar Khan stops by to discuss his mentality and approach in building the roster, give some insight into the process of bringing in Aaron Rodgers & reaching an extension with TJ Watt, and more. We close things out with the Pat McAfee Show Steelers correspondent Mark Kaboly, who brings some Rudy’s subs and divulges some unsavory information. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 ET), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 ET), or ESPN+. We will be LIVE from Canton, Ohio ahead of the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys continue to check in on all the different training camps underway in the NFL, a few things that are happening in MLB, and everything else going on in the sports world. Joining the show to chat about his new gig as the color commentator for the Arizona Cardinals radio broadcast is 12 year NFL veteran, Super Bowl Champion, and host of In the Trenches, friend of the progrum, AQ Shipley. Next, Senior MLB Insider for ESPN, Jeff Passan joins the show to discuss the heated argument between Rob Manfred and Bryce Harper about a potential salary cap, Emmanuel Clase under investigation for gambling, and what he’s hearing about the trade deadline and what names might get moved. Later, 6x Super Bowl Champion, and current GM of the Houston Texans, Nick Caserio joins the show to chat about the moves they’ve made in the offseason, if he monitors what other teams are doing during training camp, and much 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 from Latrobe, Pennsylvania at Steelers training camp. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys continue to check in on all the different training camps underway in the NFL, as well as some of the narratives beginning to form, and why “stats,” from training camp are an absolute joke. Joining the progrum to clear up the Christian Wilkins situation, some of the deals that have gotten done, Trey Hendrickson and Terry McLaurin’s contract situations, and much more is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter. Later, former co-host of Good Morning Football, Emmy winner, and current ESPN NFL Insider/analyst, Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about what he’s been hearing from camps so far, who he’s been most impressed by, what he’s heard about Matthew Stafford’s health, his expectations for the Steelers this year, and his thoughts on Happy Gilmore 2. 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

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys jump around to all the different teams in the NFL as all teams have reported for training camp, while also checking in on what’s happening around the sports world as a whole. Joining the show to chat about all the different contract situations still happening around the league is NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport. Next, Nascar legend, Kyle Busch joins the show to chat about his career and this weekend’s Pennzoil 250 in Indianapolis. Lastly, 12 year NFL veteran at Quarterback, ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat about who he thinks will win the AFC this year, his thoughts on the Colts QB situation, what he thinks of Rodgers in Pittsburgh, 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’re off for a few days. We’ll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys welcome 2x NBA All-Star, 2x All-NBA, gold medalist, and Point Guard for the Indiana Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton to the ThunderDome as he talks about his achilles injury for the first time since it happened, his mindset, rehab, what comes next, and why last year was so special. Plus at the end, his father, John Haliburton comes out to try to make a few putts for charity. Later, ESPN NFL Insider/Analyst, Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about everything happening in the NFL with teams reporting to camp, Jerry Jones’ comments about Micah Parsons, the Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart situations, Terry McLaurin’s contract situation, and everything else happening as the NFL heats back up. 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

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Scottie Scheffler’s dominating win at The Open Championship notching his fourth career major, his comments leading up to the tournament, and why he is ultimately inevitable. They also cover TJ Watt finally getting his deal done with the Steelers making him the highest paid non-QB in the history of the NFL, the entire NFLPA situation, and everything else happening around the sports world. Joining the show LIVE from a University of Michigan golf outing is ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter, to discuss everything happening around the NFL as every team prepares to report to camp this week. Next, future Hall of Famer, Texans Ring of Honor member, 3x NFL DPOY, Walter Payton Man of the Year, 7x All-Pro, 5x Pro Bowler, and now NFL on CBS color commentator, JJ Watt joins the show to discuss TJ’s new contract, his breakfast setup this past weekend, and buying another soccer team. 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

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, and the boys are live from LA ahead of the ESPYs tonight. We recap the NL winning the MLB All Star game behind Kyle Swarber's legendary swing-off performance, chat about Sauce Gardner getting PAID, preview The Open that tees off Thursday, and much more. In the first hour, CMA-Winning Artist Jelly Roll joins the progrum to talk about the Big Ass Stadium Tour, his thoughts on amazing live shows from Taylor Swift to the Savannah Bananas, his recent altercation with Logan Paul on Smackdown and his upcoming fight at SummerSlam, preview him hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live tonight following the ESPYs, and more. In the second hour, we are joined by College GameDay & Thursday Night Football's Kirk Herbstreit and ESPN's College Football Insider Pete Thamel to preview the 2025 College Football season. We are also joined by cancer survivor Dylan Langholf, who tells us about his journey and hits some putts to raise $25,000 for St. Jude. We close things out on the putting green attempting to nail some long ones, and are joined by Browns Wide Receiver Jerry Jeudy. 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 be off Thursday & Friday and then back in the ThunderDome on Monday. Have a great weekend. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the Home Run Derby and their experience being apart of it and the two days as a whole embedded in the baseball world. They are also joined by a few great guests including 5 star linebacker from Georgia, the #1 linebacker in the nation, Tyler Atkinson as he makes his college commitment and the recruiting process as a whole, “Big Dumper” Cal Raleigh joins the show fresh off an incredible performance becoming only the 2nd Mariner to win the Home Run Derby next to Ken Griffey Jr. to chat about an incredible night with his dad pitching and little brother catching, what changes he’d make to the derby, if he felt more pressure to perform, and how special it all was overall. Lastly, the President of the UFC, Dana White joins the show to preview this weekend’s fights including Dustin Poirier’s last fight against Max Holloway for the BMF title, the latest on Jon Jones’ situation, a potential fight card at the White House on July 4th next year, and much 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 be LIVE tomorrow in LA at the ESPY’s. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from the Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia for tonight's Home Run Derby. In the first hour, we are joined by the 10th Commissioner of Major League Baseball, Rob Manfred, to discuss the fundamental changes his office has made to the game, the changing media landscape around sports viewership, the state of the Pittsburgh Pirates & other MLB teams, preserving the role of umpires in the modern game as technology improves, and more. Also in the first hour, 1st Ballot HOFer, World Series Champion, & Cy Young Winner, CC Sabathia, stopped by to chat about the All Star Game experience for the players, how it feels to be a first ballot Hall of Famer, his perspective on the greatness of Shohei Ohtani, who he's pulling for in the Derby tonight, and more. In the second hour, ESPN's MLB Insider & friend of the progrum Jeff "Jett" Passan hit the set to preview tonight's Home Run Derby including the potential history Cal Raleigh could make, what is driving baseball's success right now, controversy around All-Star selections, what he expects ahead of the upcoming trade deadline, and more. Also in the second hour, 2x AL MVP, 7x All-Star, AL record holder for most home runs in a single season, Aaron Judge joined the progrum to talk about keeping the Yankees legacy going, debut his FILTHY new Jordan cleats, being apart of the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry, what it means to be Captain of the New York Yankees, and more. In the third hour, World Series Champion, 3x MVP, and 5x All-Star Shohei Ohtani joins us live on set to chat about his meal of choice, his progression as both a hitter & pitcher growing up, recovering from injuries, what he's focused on on a daily basis, and more. 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 & will see you live from the ThunderDome tomorrow. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the week that was in the sports world by bringing back the segment, “That’s good sh*t.” Joining the show to make his college commitment is 5 star offensive tackle out of Georgetown Prep, Immanuel Iheanacho. Later, ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff Passan joins the show to catch us up on all the pertinent MLB storylines as we approach the All-Star break. Later, US Men’s National Team star, and MLS Rookie of the Year, Diego Luna joins the show to chat about their massive win over Guatemala 2-1 in which he scored 2 goals, the process of coming together for the National Team, Coach Poch’s relationship with the team, the style in which the team has been playing, looking ahead to the World Cup, 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 be off the next week. Enjoy the 4th of July weekend and stay safe. We’ll see you next LIVE from Atlanta for the Home Rome Derby. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about everything happening in the sports world, as they’re joined by several incredible guests including Director of Content at Betting Weekly, noted tennis and soccer sharp, Nigel Seeley joins the show to chat about Wimbledon and the FIFA Club World Cup, NFL DROY, 2x All-Pro, 2x Pro Bowler, NY Jets CB Sauce Gardner, ESPN NBA Senior Insider, Shams Charania to break the news that Mike Brown has been hired by the NY Knicks, 2x Super Bowl Champion, 5x All-Pro, 6x Pro Bowler, LT for the Philadelphia Eagles, Lane Johnson, and lastly, 2x Stanley Cup Champion, the GM of the Florida Panthers, Bill Zito. 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

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys cover everything going on in the sports world, with a lot deals being handed out headlined by SGA signing a 4 year 285 million extension, Myles Turner signing a 4 year 107 million dollar deal with the Bucks, while the Bucks also waived Damian Lillard and will eat the remainder of his contract. Joining the show discuss the success of this past NHL season, the 4 nations cup and the Olympics, expansion in the NHL, and much more is the Commissioner of the NHL, Gary Bettman. Next, 13 year NBA veteran, former 3 point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads Podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the show to chat about all the different moves made by the NBA and which teams he thinks have made the most improvement thus far. Later, bonafide movie star, one of the next ones, Glen Powell joins the show to chat about his new movie The Running Man, his career as a whole and what’s next, his thoughts on Texas Football and Arch Manning for this upcoming year, 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

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys cover everything that happened over the weekend in the world of the sports including the US Men’s National Team getting a massive win over Costa Rica in the Quarterfinals of the Gold Cup, a 5 hole playoff in the Rocket Classic, the start of NBA free agency, NHL free agency, and everything else. Joining the progrum to break down the breaking news that Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith have been traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick and some pick swaps. Next, 2x Super Bowl Champion, Super Bowl MVP, 5x NFL MVP, Hall of Famer, The Sheriff, Peyton Manning joins the show chat about season 2 of Quarterback, his thoughts on what it takes to be a QB in today’s NFL, the QB situation in Indianapolis, and how he thinks Rodgers will fare in Pittsburgh. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about what to expect from NBA free agency which kicks off tonight. Later, Gold/Platinum Glove winner, current league leader in home runs, the catcher for the Seattle Mariners, Cal “Big Dumper” Raleigh joins the show to chat about his career year thus far, playing catcher in the big leagues and all the different things that come with that, how excited he is to participate in the Home Run Derby, what he’s learned about himself this season, 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’ll see you Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap The NBA Draft as a whole before looking ahead to free agency as ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show. Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport stops by for his weekly wrap-up with Rapsheet and Friends to cover everything happening in the NFL world as the news starts to slow down a little bit. Plus, Pat and the boys debut a new segment. 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 Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the first round of the NBA Draft and all the surprising picks, trades, and everything else that made it an entertaining night. Joining the show is the owner of the Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth, Ryan Smith to chat about how he loved what the Jazz did in the first round of the draft, as well as the big trade made for the Mammoth, and why he’s so excited about what they’re building with both franchises. Next, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to recap the first round of the NBA Draft and look ahead to tonight’s 2nd round. Next, former Duke Blue Devil and ESPN Basketball analyst, Jay Bilas joins the show to give his biggest takeaway’s from the 1st round, why he thinks Cooper Flagg is going to be so special, why we shouldn’t rush to judgement on a lot of these picks, and more. Lastly, one of the absolute GOATs, the modern day Evil Knievel, co-founder of Nitro Circus, Travis Pastrana joins the show to chat about the X-Games’ 30th anniversary this weekend, his career in extreme sports, his injury history, what his goals for the future are, 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

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss tonight’s NBA Draft and all the conversation about how it’s shaping up to be one of the crazier drafts in recent memory, all the different news stories floating around the NFL, and everything else happening in the sports world. They are also joined by four incredible guests including ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania to provide updates on players getting traded, who else might be on the move, and what he thinks will happen tonight in the draft, 2x NBA Champion, 2x NBA All-Defensive Team, Guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Alex Caruso to talk about why the Thunder are so good, the lack of respect they get nationally, how incredible the parade was, and why he wants to tip his cap to the Pacers. Next, 2011 PGA Champion, 8x PGA Tour winner, and current captain of the US Ryder Cup Team, Keegan Bradley joins the show to chat about his improbable win at the Travelers Championship, his selection process for the Ryder Cup, and what advice he would give to amateur golfers. Lastly, Jake Paul joins the show to discuss his fight this weekend with Julio César Chávez Jr., potentially being ranked if he wins, the respect he’s garnered from the boxing community throughout his career, 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

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about everything happening around the world sports before being joined by several great guests. First, 5 star QB from Folsom High School in California, Ryder Lyons makes his college commitment on the show ultimately choosing the BYU Cougars. Next, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and new QB for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to chat about his thoughts on being a Steeler thus far, how this is probably his last season, his advice for Tyrese Haliburton, the paparazzi’s coverage of his private life, and much more. Later, country music Superstar, Parker McCollum joins the show to chat about his life as of late ahead of his self titled album being released on Thursday, as well as his tour that kicks off this week as well. 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

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s NBA Finals Game 7 that saw the Oklahoma City Thunder finally put away the Pacers to win their first title in OKC, as well as the heartbreaking fallout from Tyrese Haliburton rupturing his achilles tendon in the first quarter. Joining the progrum to chat about the series as a whole and how impressed he was with both sides as well as some of the chatter about the offseason is NBA Champion, 15 year NBA veteran, and ESPN NBA analyst, Kendrick Perkins. Later, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about what’s next for Tyrese Haliburton as he prepares for surgery on his achilles, the Kevin Durant trade to Houston, why he thinks there is going to be a lot of movement in the NBA Draft. 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

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys break down the Pacers thrilling game 6 victory over the Thunder to force a game 7 in the NBA Finals on Sunday. Joining the show to chat all about the game and what he thinks is going to happen in game 7 is 13 year NBA veteran, ESPN NBA analyst, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, Quentin Richardson. Next, ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter chats about his day covering the first round of the Travelers Championship and what it was like being inside the ropes following Rory McIlroy and Keegan Bradley, and what NFL stories and news we should be keeping our eyes out for the next few weeks. Lastly, NY Times best-selling author and ESPN boxing analyst and essayist, Mark Kriegel, to chat about his new book “Baddest Man: The Making of Mike Tyson,” and his thoughts on the current state of boxing and where it might go with the Canelo Alvarez/Bud Crawford fight on the horizon. 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. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, 3x NBA Champion & Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from Gainbridge Fieldhouse previewing Game 6 of the NBA Finals tonight between the Indiana Pacers & the Oklahoma City Thunder. We open with a look back at the NBA season, and are joined early by Shams Charania who broke the news that Ime Udoka has reached a long term contract extension with the Houston Rockets, that Tyrese Haliburtion has every intention of playing tonight, gave an update on Kevin Durant's potential trade destinations, and reacted to the MASSIVE news that Jeanie Buss has sold the Los Angeles Lakers for $10 Billion dollars to Mark Walter. Also in the first hour, Arkansas Razorbacks Head Coach, National Champion, Coach Calipari joined the progrum to give us his perspective on SGA's career as his college coach, including how he is as a teammate, what he made of OKC's environment after attending Game 2, an update on how is viewing NIL & the surrounding litigation, and more. Green Bay Packers All-Time Leading Tackler AJ Hawk joined us live from an attic in Ohio to be featured on the Gainbridge Fieldhouse jumbotron for a motivational speech and covered some NFL news including CJ Mosley retiring from the NFL, Coach Pagano being welcomed by the Baltimore Ravens, and more. We close the show chatting about Udonis Haslem's legendary career in Miami, previewing the Game 6 of the Indiana Pacers, 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'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Florida Panthers going back-to-back after dominating the Edmonton Oilers. They also discuss all the news from the NFL including Jaire Alexander signing with the Ravens, Caitlin Clark’s big night in the W, the College World Series continuing, and more. Joining the show is ESPN NFL Insider, Adam Schefter to discuss his role at the Travelers Championship this weekend, Trey Hendrickson’s situation, TJ Watt, and everythign else going on in the NFL. Next, Florida Panthers GM and 2x Stanley Cup Champion, Bill Zito joins the show to chat about the team’s culture, how they’re going to try to pay everyone, the atmosphere down in South Florida, how new players fit into the locker room, how he’s going to celebrate, and more. Later, 13 year NFL Quarterback, ESPN NFL Analyst, Dan Orlovsky to talk about playing 100 holes for ALS research, Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh, which young QB’s he thinks are going to make a leap, 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’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Oklahoma City Thunder taking a 3-2 lead over the Pacers last night in Oklahoma City as Tyrese Haliburton suffered some sort of lower body injury, and how much that will impact the rest of the series. They also covering everything else that’s happening around the sports world including the NFL and previewing tonight’s Stanley Cup Finals Game 6. Joining the show are also several guests including ESPN NBA Insider Shams Charania, Arkansas Razorbacks Pitcher Gage Wood fresh off a 19K No-Hitter, ESPN NFL Insider Peter Schrager, and US Open Champion J.J. Spaun. 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

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about JJ Spaun’s improbable US Open win at Oakmont Country Club in Pittsburgh, where the course showed its teeth over the weekend. They also cover all the different news floating around the NFL, and preview tonight’s game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers. Joining the show to chat about tonight’s game and the Finals as a whole is 13 year NFL veteran, former 3 point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, ESPN Senior MLB Insider, Jeff Passan joins the show to talk about Shohei Ohtani making his pitching debut tonight, and the blockbuster trade that sent Red Sox star Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. Next, NHL rinkside reporter and WWE contributor, Jackie Redmond joins the show to chat about the Stanley Cup Finals and how she sees the rest of the series playing out. Lastly, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to discuss tonight’s Finals game, and the number of trades that may be happening in the next few days/weeks. 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

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, 3x NBA Champion & Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Gainbridge Fieldhouse previewing Game 4 of the NBA Finals tonight between the Indiana Pacers & the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the first hour, ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania joins us live on set to address the Greek Freak going at him a little bit on X, a huge update on the future of Kevin Durant, an update on the Knicks head coaching search, and more. Also in the first hour, 49ers Tight End George Kittle stops by ahead of Tight End University this weekend, how 49ers OTAs went from his perspective, and more. In the second hour, UD, Pat, AJ and the boys break dahn what has been working for the Pacers thus far, including what is fueling Tyrese Haliburton and how he handles the big moments, the prolific Pacer bench of Mathurin, McConnell, & Toppin, break dahn all of the latest NFL news, and preview the upcoming College World Series. 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, we'll see you back in the ThunderDome on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s incredible game 3 of the NBA Finals that saw the Pacers take a 2-1 series lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder will unbelievable performances from Tyrese Haliburton, TJ McConnell, and Ben Mathurin. They also discuss everything happening around the sports world. They are also joined by five incredible guests including ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter (not banned), Hall of Famer and San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch, Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen, Hall of Famer, Gold Medalist, and current NHL on TNT analyst Henrik Lundquist, and 13 year NBA veteran and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. 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 from inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse ahead of Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Quentin Richardson, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from the Morris Bicentennial Plaza outside Gainbridge Fieldhouse previewing Game 3 of the NBA Finals tonight between the Indiana Pacers & the Oklahoma City Thunder.  In the first hour, ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania joins us live on set to break down where things stand between the Indiana Pacers and upcoming free agent C Myles Turner, potential suitors for Kevin Durant, the Knicks head coach search, where Giannis Antetokounmpo may end up, and much more. Also in the first hour, we are also joined by NBA Champion, All-Star, and Indy legend, Jeff Teague, who gives an update on what life is like for him coaching high school basketball in Indiana, his thoughts on the Pacers brand of basketball, what is like trying to guard SGA, what he's looking for in Game 3 tonight, and much more. In the second hour, 3x NBA Champion & Miami Heat legend Udonis Haslem joins the progrum to explain why he picked the Pacers to win the NBA Finals, his relationship with Pacers' enforcer James Johnson, the story of what happened between him & Jimmy Butler, what makes Heat Culture so special, and much more. 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, we'll see you tomorrow back in the ThunderDome. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals that saw the Florida Panthers take it to the Edmonton Oilers in a decisive 6-1 victory, plus chat about Trey Hendrickson, TJ Watt, Terry McLaurin, and a few other notable players not attending mandatory minicamp in search of new contracts. Joining the show to chat about the NBA Finals thus far and what he thinks about the series moving forward is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Next, 6x Stanley Cup Champion, 16x All-Star, Conn Smythe winner, 2x Hart Memorial Trophy winner, ESPN NHL analyst, one of the greatest hockey players of all time, The Moose, Mark Messier joins the show to chat about last night’s game and what the Oilers need to do to get back on track. Later, ESPN NFL Insider, Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about all these different holdouts, the NBA Finals, potentially being in goal for Concafa SC next year, 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’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are break down everything that happened over an incredible sports weekend including the Oklahoma City Thunder evening the NBA Finals at one game a piece after a masterful performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Florida Panthers evening the Stanley Cup Finals at one game a piece after Brad Marchand’s game winner in double overtime, Aaron Rodgers officially signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Packers releasing Jaire Alexander, Concafa SC’s run in TST down in Cary, NC, Pat’s time down at Parris Island, and everything else happening around the world of sports. Also joining the show are five incredible guests including NFL Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport, 13 year NBA veteran and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson, LA Chargers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh, ESPN CFB Senior Insider, Pete Thamel, and American sportscaster for every major sport and play-by-play commentator for tonight’s Stanley Cup Final game 3 on TNT, the incomparable Kenny Albert. 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

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ, and the boys are LIVE once again from Cary, NC on site of The Soccer Tournament coming off a MASSIVE 2-0 Day 1 for Concafa SC. We recap Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final that saw the Oilers come back and win 4-3 in OT over the Florida Panthers, and look ahead to Game 1 of the NBA Finals where Tyrese Haliburton & the Pacers will take on SGA's OKC Thunder. In the first hour, The Great One, 4x Stanley Cup Champion, 9x NHL MVP, Wayne Gretzky joins the progrum and breaks down what makes Connor McDavid so special, the speed and physicality of the Oilers, the evolution of the game of hockey, what makes the Panthers & Oilers so succesful, his golf game, and much more. Also in the first hour, 2x World Series Champion Johnny Damon stops by the TST set and chats about how much fun Aaron Judge & Shohei Ohtani, what he's got going on with Drip FC at the tournament, and more. In the second hour, 12x All Star, 11x All-NBA, & 9x All-Defense, NBA Legend Chris Paul joins us live on stage to talk about playing with Wemby this past season in San Antonio, Tyrese Haliburton and the facilitator style of basketball, working out with Cooper Flagg, his basketball future, and more. Also in the second hour, USMNT Soccer Legend Clint Dempsey stops by to talk about the state of US Soccer, what it means to represent the country in the sport, what the team needs to do ahead of the World Cup, and more. 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, we'll see you tomorrow LIVE in Cary, NC. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Cary, NC on site of The Soccer Tournament following a massive opening game victory for Concafa SC. They chat about everything happening in the sports world including previewing tonight’s game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals, everything happening around the NFL, MLB, and TST as a whole. They are also joined by some incredible guests including WWE Superstar Sheamus who is boots on the ground supporting Borussia Dortmund’s TST Squad, US Men’s National Team legend Jozy Altidore who is one of the coaches for Bournemouth FC, and 3x Stanley Cup Champion and NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon. 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 in Cary, NC. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the different sports going on as we anticipate the start of the NBA and NHL Finals, chat about TST and Concafa SC which will be taking the pitch tomorrow in Cary, NC, and much more. Joining the show to preview the NBA Finals is co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, 13 year NBA veteran, former 3 point contest champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, co-host of Marty & McGee, author, and ESPN legend, Marty Smith joins the show to chat about all the different late qualifiers for the US Open next week at Oakmont, and which story he thinks is most interesting. Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to wrap up all the different NFL news from the week and look ahead to what might be coming next. Then, Dr. Matthew Vogt, the dentist who qualified for the US Open joins the show to chat about his golf journey, how he’s managed to stay this good while being a dentist, being from the Pittsburgh area making playing at Oakmont more special, who he models his game after, and much more. Lastly, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about the breaking news that the New York Knights have decided to fire Head Coach Tom Thibodeau. 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 in Cary, NC. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Pacers officially eliminating the Knicks in 6 games to advance to the NBA Finals, the energy and excitement around the state and Indianapolis especially, as well everything else happening around the world of sports including the MLB, college baseball, and college softball, and lastly, Detroit Lions 3x All-Pro and 4x Pro Bowl Center Frank Ragnow’s retirement from the NFL after 7 years. Joining the progrum is 2x NBA Champion (once as a player and once as a Head Coach), 2002 NBA Coach of the Year, and current Head Coach of the Indiana Pacers, Rick Carlisle joins the show to chat about what makes this Pacers team so special, why having selfless superstars like Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam trickles down throughout the locker room, what challenges the OKC Thunder present, how the Pacers embody the city and how evident it is what they’re doing is special, and much much more. Later, MLB Senior Insider and journalist, Jeff Passan joins the show to chat about the latest on the investigation surrounding the financial dealings related to a multibillion-dollar firm started and owned, in part, by the MLBPA and NFLPA, the importance of the Dodgers/Yankees series from this past weekend for baseball as a whole, some bright young prospects coming up to the majors soon, which faces in college baseball will be making waves soon, 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’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the Knicks forcing a game 6 against the Pacers in Indianapolis on Saturday, and Pat addresses the situation that arose with John Cougar Mellencamp, they also dive into the Oilers eliminating the Stars in 5 games and setting up a Stanley Cup Finals rematch with the Florida Panthers. Joining the show is Stanley Cup Champion, 4x All-Star, 2023 All-Star game MVP, Winger for the Florida Panthers, Matthew Tkachuk to chat about the Panthers makeup and why Brad Marchand has blended in so well, the challenges that the Oilers present and how much they’ll take from playing them last year, how exception Bob has been in goal, and much more. Next, Emmy Winner, former co-host of GMFB, and ESPN NFL Insider/Pundit Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about his Knicks forcing a game 6, and to chat more about all the different NFL news floating around. Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to wrap up the week with all the pertinent news and information from the NFL this past week. 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. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Thunder eliminating the Wolves and officially making it to the NBA Finals after a complete and utter domination, as well as the Florida Panthers eliminating the Canes and reaching the Stanley Cup Finals for the third straight season, as well as all the other news floating around the NFL and the world of sports as a whole. Joining the show is 21 year NBA veteran, 3x Sixth Man of the Year, and future lead game analyst for the NBA on NBC, Jamal Crawford to chat about the Thunder and how good they could be and why they’re so tough to beat now, his thoughts on Pacers/Knicks, how important defense becomes this late in the playoffs, and more. Next, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about the Panthers once again reaching the Stanley Cup Finals, how Florida has become the hockey capital of the world, why the Panthers style of play is so difficult to play against, and his thoughts on Dallas vs. Edmonton. Later, back-to-back-to-back NLL Champion and human highlight reel from the Buffalo Bandits, Chase Fraser joins the show to chat about the NLL and it’s growing popularity, the differences between box lacrosse and traditional lacrosse, being “PLL tough,” the olympics, 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, enjoy Memorial Day weekend, we’ll see you on Tuesday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, and the boys are joined LIVE in studio by future first ballot Hall of Famer JJ Watt, recapping last night’s Game 4 victory for the Indiana Pacers over the New York Knicks, Pat’s promo at the game, and everything else in the sports world. In the first hour, 13-year NBA Vet Quentin Richardson joins the progrum to talk about the Pacers seizing the moment, the evolution of the skill level of the NBA, SGA’s stardom, Rick Carlisle’s playoff prowess, and more. In the second hour, JJ Watt gives us his insight on Trey Hendrickson’s contract situation, Burnley getting back to the Premier League, and more. ESPN’s NFL Analyst & die-hard Knicks fan to recap his experience at the game, Jalen Ramsey’s trade talks, and more. Also in the second hour, Cornell Men’s Lacrosse star & National Champion CJ Kirst joins us to break dahn his road to the title and whats ahead in the NLL or PLL. In the last hour, we wrap things up with an awesome edition of #AskJage. 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. See you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, Peter Schrager, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from outside the Gainbridge Fieldhouse ahead of Game 4 between the Indiana Pacers & the New York Knicks. In the first hour, we preview tonight's action, including the return to the arena by Tyrese Haliburton's dad, John Haliburton, and recap Game 4 that saw the Oklahoma City Thunder take a 3-1 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves. ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania joined the progrum to talk all things NBA, including a prediction that this NBA offseason will be "the most craziest ever", where Giannis Antetokounmpo may end up, the allure of the Pacers organization for free agents league wide, an update on Jayson Tatum's recovery, the latest on LeBron James' player option, what's ahead for the Boston Celtics, and more. ESPN NFL Analyst & die-hard New York Knicks fan Peter Schrager also joins us to chat about what he expects tonight & in the rest of the series, what he likes about the Jaguars offseason, his sense of Jaire Alexander's standing with the Packers, and more. We are also joined by legendary Pacers fan from New York in Hans Perez, to recap everything that's happened since he was hit with a trash bag in a viral video & the whirlwind that brought him to Indianapolis for tonight's game. 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. See you tomorrow. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss both of last night’s playoff blowouts including the Thunder once again manhandling the Timberwolves, and the Panthers routing the Canes 5-0, before previewing tonight’s Pacers/Knicks and Oilers/Stars games. Joining the progrum LIVE in studio to preview the Indianapolis 500 and everything going on in the world of sports over this Memorial Day weekend is acclaimed author and co-host of Marty & McGee, Ryan McGee. Next, 13 year NBA veteran, former 3 point shooting contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the show to chat about how dominant the Thunder have been, and his thoughts on the Pacers and Knicks series and game two tonight. Later, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to wrap up everything that happened around the NFL this week. 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, enjoy Memorial Day weekend, we’ll see you on Tuesday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss the tragic news of Colts owner Jim Irsay’s sudden passing, and reflect on one of the most unique, giving, philanthropic humans of all-time. They also discuss the Pacers having one of if not the greatest comeback in NBA playoff history last night to steal game 1 from the Knicks in MSG in overtime, plus the Dallas Stars erasing a 3-1 lead at the start of the 3rd period to take game 1 from the Oilers in the Western Conference Finals in the NHL. Joining the progrum is former Head Coach of the Denver Nuggets, NBA Champion, and now ESPN NBA analyst, Michael Malone to chat about both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and how he see’s both series panning out after each game 1. Next, 3x Super Bowl Champion, 2x AP NFL Coach of the Year, Bruce Arians joins the show to say a few words and help remember Jim Irsay. Later, ESPN College Football Insider, Heather Dinich joins the show to chat about the news that the College Football Playoff will be seeding teams 1-12 next year and how quickly we might get a 14 or 16 team playoff. 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

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

On today’s show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys talk about everything surrounding the NBA & NHL Conference finals, and much much more. In the first hour, we are joined by a man who needs no introduction, the greatest movie star of all time, Tom Cruise to chat about what led to him becoming a movie star, what he loves about movies, his work ethic & ability to learn to achieve his goals, how he kept the movie business alive through the pandemic, and more. In the second hour, we are joined by the most bad ass race car driver on the planet, Kyle Larson, ahead of his attempt at “The Double” this Sunday, where he will drive in both the Indy 500 & a NASCAR event. Kyle talked about the differences between NASCAR & IndyCar, how cooler conditions may affect the Indy 500, what he’s learned about driving IndyCar so far, 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 & will see you tomorrow. Cheers.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss tonight’s playoff games in both the NHL and NBA, as well as all the different rules changes coming out of the owner’s meetings, and the flag football decision with players being able to play in the Olympics, and more. Joining the show is ESPN NFL Insider, Peter Schrager to chat about the Knicks and Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals, the Olympic flag football conversation, and everything else coming out of the league meetings. Next, 13 year NBA veteran, former three point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the show to break down everything happening in both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals and how he sees both of those matchups playing out. Later, 2x Masters Champion, current owner of the RangeGoats GC in LIV Golf, Bubba Watson joins the show in the ThunderDome to chat about his career, his battles with anxiety, where LIV is at right now, where it’s going in the future, the differences between playing on the LIV and PGA tour’s, and much 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 off the next two days for the PGA Championship, we’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about another dominant performance from Scottie Scheffler at Quail Hollow and the PGA Championship to secure his 3rd major championship, as well as covering the game 7’s in both the NBA and NHL. Joining the progrum is New York firefighter and Pacers super fan Hans Perez who got into it with Knicks fans outside of Madison Square Garden in his Pacers jersey in a viral video from the weekend, and Pacers superstar PG, Tyrese Haliburton joins to personally invite him to Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals in Indianapolis. Next, NFL Network Sr. Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to chat about the owner’s meetings in Minnesota and Brock Purdy’s new massive contract with the 49ers. Later, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, and NHL on TNT analyst, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about both the Eastern and Western Conference Finals in the NHL, 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’re off the next two days for the PGA Championship, we’ll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Pacers eliminating the Cavs 4-1, and reaching the Eastern Conference Finals, and the Thunder coming back to beat the Nuggets and take a 3-2 series lead. They also discuss the Stars getting a big win and taking a 3-1 series lead over the Jets, and the NFL continuing to release games here and there before the NFL’s official schedule release tonight at 8 PM. Also joining the show are 4 great guests including 2x NBA All-Star, All-NBA, Superstar for the Indiana Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton joins the show to chat about the series against the Cavs and look ahead to the Eastern Conference Finals. Marty Smith joins the show LIVE from the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow to preview the PGA Championship. 4x Pro Bowl Left Tackle for the Buffalo Bills Dion Dawkins, and lastly, ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan. 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 off the next two days for the PGA Championship, we’ll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s NBA and NHL Playoff games, including Jayson Tatum potentially tearing his achilles in a scary injury, the NBA Draft lottery that saw the Dallas Mavericks get the 1st overall pick with the 4th worst odds ever, as well as all the different leaked NFL games thus far one day ahead of the full schedule release, and the drama between Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals continuing as he addressed the media in Cincinnati. Joining the show to chat about the NBA playoffs, the draft lottery, and where Giannis and KD might end up is the CEO of Klutch Sports, super agent, Rich Paul. Next, 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat about the Steelers and Saints QB situations, which games released intrigue him the most, what the Vikings will be with JJ McCarthy at the helm, and what he thinks the Browns ultimately do at Quarterback. Later, 17 year NHL veteran, 3x Stanley Cup Champion, and current NHL on TNT analyst, The Big Rig, Pat Maroon joins the show to chat about the Edmonton Oilers dismantling the Vegas Golden Knights and whether or not this is their year, the Florida Panthers style of play and why Brad Marchand has been perfect, Carolina dominating Washington in their series, how aware players are in the locker room of their teammates injuries, and how he liked his first night doing media for TNT. 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

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap WWE Backlash, & the NBA & NHL  playoff action from this weekend including the Pacers blowing out the Cavaliers in Game 4, the Dallas Stars taking the lead over the Winnipeg Jets, and of course the fall out from Pat's match against Gunther. In the first hour, we are joined by ESPN's Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania for an update on Giannis Antetokounmpo's openness to finding a new home in the league, Cavs' Guard Donovan Mitchell's MRI on his re-aggravated ankle injury, what to look for in the NBA Draft Lottery tonight, and more. Also in the first hour, ESPN's NHL play-by-play announcer Steve Levy stops by to chat about the main storylines from the Stanley Cup playoffs thus far, including Mikko Rantanen's outrageous production, what the Maple Leafs need to do against the Florida Panthers, and more. In the second hour, NFL Network's Senior Insider & friend of the progrum Ian Rapoport stops by to talk about the announcement of opening night between the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles & the Dallas Cowboys, what to expect from schedule releases this week, an update on the Trey Hendrickson, Cincinnati Bengals contract stalemate, Derek Carr's retirement, the attention around Cleveland Browns' OTAs, and more. To wrap things up, we debuted a new iteration of Things That Are Happening In the Sports World. 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. See you tomorrow. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night’s NBA playoff game that saw the Warriors get handled by the Timberwolves without Stephen Curry, as well as two great games in the NHL Playoffs with the Capitals beating the Canes 3-1, and the Oilers beating the Golden Knights 5-4 in overtime. Joining the show to chat more about everything going on in the NBA Playoffs, is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Next, The Authority on both college football and college basketball, Pete Thamel joins the show to chat about the 16 team playoff that looms, the budget of top college football programs this upcoming year, some QB battles, when a ruling is coming to establish some guardrails, and more. Later, 2x NBA Champion, 2013 Sixth Man of the Year, 17 year NBA veteran, JR Smith joins the show to chat about the playoffs, his golf career, 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. See you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the incredible playoff action in both the NBA and NHL, and also react to the news that a new pope has been elected and he is AMERICAN, Robert Prevost from Chicago. Joining the show to break down all of the action in the NBA Playoffs is 13 year NBA veteran, 2005 3-point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to break down all the latest NFL news including George Pickens being traded to the Cowboys, the latest on Derek Carr, Trey Hendrickson, and more. Next, ESPN NFL Insider, Emmy winner, former go-host of GMFB, Peter Schrager joins the show to react live to the pope news, chat about what he’s hearing around the NFL, and more. Lastly, owner of the Utah Jazz and newly renamed Utah Mammoth, Ryan Smith joins the show to chat about his first season as an NHL owner, how they reached Mammoth, how he’s learned from each team, potentially getting the #1 pick in the NBA Draft, 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. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s two massive upsets in the NBA Playoffs that saw the Knicks edge the Celtics in overtime in Boston, and Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets take down the Thunder in Oklahoma City, as well as the Maple Leafs victory over Panthers in the Eastern Conference Semis. Joining the show to chat about last night’s NBA action as well as the games tonight and his thoughts on the playoffs as a whole and moving forward is 20 year NBA veteran, 3x Sixth Man of the Man, #8 overall pick of the 2000 NBA Draft, former NBA on TNT analyst and future NBC NBA analyst, Jamal Crawford. Next, ESPN College Football Insider and reporter, Heather Dinich joins the show to chat about all the different pieces of news that have come out in the college football world. Later, 3x Super Bowl Champion, and current GM of the Washington Commanders, Adam Peters joins the show to chat about Washington’s quick turnaround, when he knew Jayden Daniels was going to be special, his relationship with Josh Harris, hosting the Draft in 2027 and the new stadium plans, his draft this year and draft process as a whole, and much 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 off tomorrow for some meetings, we’ll be back on Thursday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

On today's show, Pat is LIVE from Omaha, Nebraska ahead of tonight's Monday Night RAW on Netflix, while Darius Butler and the boys are back in Indianapolis in the ThunderDome, and AJ is back in Ohio. They cover all the playoff action from the NBA and NHL over the weekend including two of the greatest game 7's in recent memory in the NHL, the Kentucky Derby, all the different boxing action that took place, as well as everything else happening around the sports world. Joining the show to chat about all the NBA playoff series, and preview the upcoming series' is 13 year NBA veteran, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, 2005 NBA 3-point contest champion, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richarson. Next, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to chat about all the different talking points around the NFL including Washington getting the draft in 2027, their new stadium, Abdul Carter's search for a new number, and if Brock Purdy's deal is getting done any time soon. Later, 5th overall pick of the 2002 NHL Draft, 11 year NHL veteran, and co-host of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, Ryan Whitney joins the show to chat about the incredible playoff hockey action, which matchups are the best in the next round, who the best goalie left is, and who Whit thinks is going to win the Stanley Cup. 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

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

On today's show, Pat is LIVE from Times Square ahead of tonight’s Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves boxing event presented by The Ring, while AJ Hawk and the boys are back in Indianapolis in the ThunderDome. They chat about last night’s incredible NBA and NHL playoff action, and preview the all the action from today and this weekend in the playoffs for both leagues. Joining the show to chat about the Panthers closing out the Tampa Bay Lightning and look ahead towards their matchup against the Maple Leafs is Stanley Cup Champion, Winger for the Florida Panthers, Matthew Tkachuk. Later, 13 year NBA veteran, 2005 3-Point contest champion, ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the show to chat about the playoff basketball, how he’s surprised how physical each series has been, the games tonight and this weekend, if everybody should be blaming JJ Redick, and who he likes for the fights tonight. 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 Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025