The Pat McAfee Show

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Join Pat McAfee, AJ Hawk, the Toxic Table, and Tone Digs Monday-Friday as they tackle the biggest news in sports. Former Pro Bowl punter McAfee and his friends make an extremely uncommon combination of insider expertise, insightful perspective, and relatable ridiculousness. Every day promises one-of-a-kind entertainment that won't be seen anywhere else.

  1. 1d ago

    PMS 2.0 1637 - LIVE From Iowa with Ian Rapoport, Nick Saban, Ben McCollum, Kirk Ferentz & AJ Hawk

    On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from Iowa City in front of a packed crowd after the Iowa Hawkeyes host College GameDay & Ohio State tomorrow. They react to everything happening around ball, including last night’s win for the Browns against the Steelers, along with this weekend’s slate of college and NFL games.  Junior NFL Insider for ESPN Ian Rapoport joins the progrum to chat about Joey Porter Jr.'s availability this Sunday following the trade to Dallas from Pittsburgh, and the injury statuses of players around the league.  The GOAT and 7X National Champion, Nick Saban, joins the show to talk about Iowa football and their fans, Iowa-Ohio State, the impact of Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith, and his life away from coaching. Iowa Men’s basketball Head Coach Ben McCollum stops by to talk about what it means to be the head coach for the Hawkeyes, his relationship with Kirk Ferentz, his team heading into the 2026-2027 season, and what winning at Iowa does for recruiting in an NIL driven world. Iowa Football Head Coach, living legend, Kirk Ferentz joins us to discuss the additions to his Hawkeyes offense that has made a difference this season, why his players have been successful in the NFL, his thought process and the importance of special teams, along with what it means to him to being staple over the last 28 years of Iowa football. And to finish the show Stanford Steve joins the lads to pick the entire NFL slate with Ty and the Iowa faithful picking games for charity!  Make sure to subscribe to https://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. 2d ago

    PMS 2.0 1636 - TNF Preview/Picks, Mark Kaboly, Kirk Herbstreit, Florida Running Back Jadan Baugh, Coach Chuck Pagano, & AJ Hawk

    On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, Coach Chuck Pagano, and the boys break down all things ball including plays that make you go “What The Chuck?”, along with reacting to playoff baseball, NHL games, and more, before previewing tonights TNF game between the Steelers and Browns and make their picks. Joining the progrum is Pittsburgh Steelers Beat Reporter Mark Kaboly to talk about the Cowboys trading for Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr, and Mike Tomlin’s Minecraft world he built through the back half of his time in Pittsburgh. Thursday Night Football color commentator Kirk Herbstreit stops by and learns all about Coach Mike Tomlin’s Minecraft hobby, then breaks down tonight’s TNF matchup between division rivals as the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Cleveland Browns, and GameDay coming to Iowa City as the Hawkeyes take on the Buckeyes.  Then, Florida Gators star running back Jadan Baugh answers Kirk Herbstreit's question about Buster Faulkner’s offense, discusses Jon Sumrall’s message for Ole Miss and keeping that same mindset for Missouri on Saturday. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  3. 3d ago

    PMS 2.0 1635 - Watt Wednesday with JJ Watt, David Ross, Wayne Gretzky, In the Trenches with AQ Shipley, Everything DB with Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

    On today’s show, Pat, DBut, AJ Hawk, and the boys touch on everything around the sports world, and then they dive into ‘Everyhthing DB’ and go ‘In The Trenches’ with AQ Shipley. Joining the show, the boys have a slew of great guests starting with CBS Analyst and Future Hall of Famer, JJ Watt reflects on his time in Brazil while being on site for the Ravens-Cowboy game, including his experience at the gym in Rio, running into Stephen A. Smith at Christ The Redeemer, breaks down the atmosphere during the “Trio in Rio”, the Chiefs who take on the Raiders this Sunday, and the Houston Texans woes. Then, 2x World Series Champion and Baseball Analyst for ESPN David Ross stops by to react to an incredible night of playoff baseball, and dives into tonight’s games. And, The Great One Wayne Gretzky joins the progrum as the NHL season starts and talks about his time and mindset as a player, the pressure on Connor McDavid, the Boston Bruins rebuilding and their young star James Hagens, and realistic expectations for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. 4d ago

    PMS 2.0 1634 - MNF Recap, MLB Playoffs Preview with Mark DeRosa, Rece Davis, NHL Opening Night Preview with Erik Johnson, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

    On today’s show, Pat, DBut, AJ Hawk, and the boys get excited for a ton of sports taking place today including the MLB Postseason, NHL kicking of its season, the WNBA playoffs are happening, and as usual they talk about everything happening with ball. Joining the progrum, Manager of Team USA, 16 year MLB veteran, and MLB Analyst Mark Derosa to talk about the MLB Postseason beginning today with 4 wild card games starting with Phillies-Braves, followed by White Sox-Astros, Yankees-Red Sox and finally Cubs-Padres. College Gameday Host Rece Davis stops by to chat about College Gameday heading to Iowa City as the Hawkeyes take on the Ohio State Buckeyes, his Rece’s Pieces, Florida being the real deal, and some sneaky teams in the Big Ten. Then to cover the NHL, Stanley Cup Champion, 17 year NHL veteran, and ESPN Hockey Analyst Erik Johnson comes on to discuss tonight’s NHL slate as they kick off the season with the Florida Panthers taking on the Carolina Hurricanes, Canadiens take on the Maple Leafs, Rangers face the Bruins, and to end the night, the Canucks head to Edmonton in a matchup versus the Oilers.  Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. 5d ago

    PMS 2.0 1633 - OVERREACTION MONDAY, NFL Week 3 Recap, MNF Preview/Picks, Ian Rapoport, Dan Orlovsky, Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

    On today’s show, Pat, DBut, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to this weekend’s incredible slate of NFL games, and reveal the top five storylines of Week 3. Joining the progrum to discuss everything NFL is Junior ESPN Insider Ian Rapoport who provides information on JJ McCarthy being traded to the New York Giants and his time frame on seeing the field amidst Jaxson Dart’s injury, Packers Offensive Line woes, and the Bears quarterback situation tonight vs. the Eagles. Then 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky breaks down Brock Purdy and the 49ers, Drake Maye’s very underwhelming start, his favorite offensive trends around the league, and tonight’s matchup between the Bears-Eagles on Monday Night Football. Lastly, Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning gives the boys an update on QB Dante Moore who was injured after a brutal hit during the Ducks game vs. USC, talks about his process going into a bye week, Big Ten teams, and their schedule the rest of the way. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  6. Sep 25

    PMS 2.0 1632 - TNF Recap, NFL Week 3 Preview/Picks, Ian Rapoport, Nick Saban, Stanford Steve, Tennessee Head Coach Todd Huepel, Browns Head Coach Todd Monken, & AJ Hawk

    On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys get amped up for an incredible weekend of football in store with NFL football still bringing it and college ball with its best slate yet, before making their week 3 NFL picks against the spread. Joining the progrum today, Junior NFL Insider for ESPN Ian Rapoport reacts to the Falcons dominant win in Green Bay last night, gives update about Jaxson Dart and what they Giants may look to do at Quarterback, the 49ers not being able to put Nick Bosa on IR, the NFL fining of players for large amounts of money due to “offensive” celebrations.  7x National Champion Nick Saban talks about his mindset when it comes to being in big games, Texas-Tennesee Saturday in Knoxville, Trinidad Chambliss, and more on teams in this weekend’s loaded slate of games.  College Gameday Bet Analyst Stanford Steve aka The Udder Guy, pops in to help pick this weekend’s slate of NFL games.  Tennessee Head Coach Josh Heupel stops by ahead of his teams matchup versus Texas to give us some insight on preparation, defending against Arch Manning, Jim Knowles and what he’s brought as the Longhorns defensive coordinator, and his mindset the night before the big game at home.  Cleveland Browns Head Coach Todd Monken joins the boys to discuss his time thus far as a first-time head coach in the NFL, their performances through 2 weeks, his relationship with Deshuan Watson, and the Browns fans. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. Sep 24

    PMS 2.0 1631 - Thursday Night Football Preview, Johnny Knoxville, Matt Schneidman, Mark Schlabach, Kirk Herbstreit, Coach Chuck Pagano, & AJ Hawk

    On today’s show, Pat, AJ Hawk, Coach Chuck Pagano, and the boys gear up for a full weekend with some electric football in store starting with Thursday Night Football tonight, followed by a slew of big time college football games on Saturday, and NFL football on Sunday to wrap it all up. Joining the show today, Jackass star and host of the Jackass The Podcast, Johnny Knoxville shows his Tennessee pride after being revealed as the Celebrity Guest Picker for College Gameday live at the University of Tennessee, as the Volunteers take on the number one ranked Texas Longhorns, followed by Packers Beat Writer Matt Schneidman who discusses Green Bay’s woes after the first 2 weeks of the NFL season including the offensive line and their struggles with injury, but breaks down Jonathan Ganon and the positive impact he has had for the Packers on the defensive side. ESPN Golf Reporter Mark Schlacach joins the boys live from The Presidents Cup breaking down the Atlanta Falcons and how they have looked thus far heading into Thursday night football versus the Packers, gives the boys insight on Team USA this weekend at The Presidents Cup, and rounds it all up with some college ball talk. Finally, live from Green Bay, Thursday Night Football color commentator Kirk Herbstreit stops by to go over tonight’s match up at Lambeau, the Cincinnati Bengals defense, and this weekend’s incredible college football slate with teams to have eyes on.  Make sure to subscribe to https://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  8. Sep 23

    PMS 2.0 1630 - Watt Wednesday with JJ Watt, Jason McCourty, Pete Thamel, Everything DB with Darius Butler, In the Trenches with AQ Shipley, & AJ Hawk

    On today’s show, Pat, Dbut, AJ Hawk, and the boys go In The Trenches with AQ Shipley, while also breaking down all the good defensive plays in Everything DB. Joining the progrum is CBS NFL Commentator and Future NFL Hall of Famer, JJ Watt, as he breaks down the Ravens-Cowboys game he’s calling in Brazil on Sunday, his thoughts on Kyler Murray and the Vikings, Houston being 0-2, and the Saints flying under the radar. Next, 13 year NFL veteran, ESPN NFL Analyst, and Super Bowl Champion Jason McCourty stops by to talk about the Rams Monday night, the loss of Giants Quarterback Jaxson Dart for the remainder of the season, the Steelers struggles, and then helps reveal the AFC/NFC Shite Division after week 2. Make sure to subscribe to https://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (noon–2 p.m. EDT), ESPN’s YouTube channel (noon–3 p.m. EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you! We’ll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join Pat McAfee, AJ Hawk, the Toxic Table, and Tone Digs Monday-Friday as they tackle the biggest news in sports. Former Pro Bowl punter McAfee and his friends make an extremely uncommon combination of insider expertise, insightful perspective, and relatable ridiculousness. Every day promises one-of-a-kind entertainment that won't be seen anywhere else.

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    Pat McAfee, ESPN
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
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