Dan Patrick Show
Manfred: Spending Floor May Matter More Than a Cap
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred sat down to discuss the future of baseball, including the incoming ABS, or “robo ump” system. While he prefers ABS over the nickname, he stressed that umpires remain in control and fans will see strike-zone renderings on scoreboards. Manfred also touched on payroll disparity, noting a spending floor may be more…
Read MoreDan Hurley Gets Candid on “Perfection Trap”
Dan Hurley gets candid about life on and off the court: he’s a cautious driver, a perfectionist who wrote the memoir Never Stop, and a man wrestling with insecurity. He admits he has had dark moments throughout his life and credits therapy with saving him. Hurley still wakes restless, driven to improve as coach, husband…
Read MoreBooger: One Man Shows Dont Survive in the NFL
Booger McFarland joined the show today and discussed why there may actually be reason to be concerned about the Kansas City Chiefs, “one-man shows don’t survive in the NFL.” In college, McFarland spotlighted UGA-Bama as the biggest matchup of the weekend, with Kalen DeBoer under pressure to prove he can win big games at Alabama.…
Read MoreFitzpatrick More Worried About Chiefs Than Ravens
Ryan Fitzpatrick believes Jared Goff could be a Hall of Famer if he delivers Detroit its first Super Bowl, calling the Lions his NFC favorite. While he expects Baltimore to figure things out, Fitzpatrick admits the Ravens’ defense is concerning but admits he’s more worried about Kansas City’s struggles. Reflecting on his career, Fitzpatrick said…
Read MoreHarbaugh: Division Wins Are the Sweetest
Jim Harbaugh sounds energized about his Los Angeles Chargers. He praised Justin Herbert’s incredible arm and growing speed, noting the QB hard work to improve his speed has shown up on the field this season. Harbaugh said teaching players to punch the ball out is a weekly focus and admitted all wins feel good, though…
Read MoreSteve Young: Herbert’s Arm Is Special
Steve Young praised Justin Herbert’s arm, saying Harbaugh has unleashed more of his talent. He’s jumping on the Eagles and Bills bandwagons after strong starts, while admitting it’s too early to judge teams like the Bears or Cowboys. On Daniel Jones, Young credited Indianapolis for simplifying the offense and leaning on the run to clear…
Read MoreEagles-Rams Finish Shows Gambling’s Impact
Mike Florio joined to discuss his new book “Big Shield” and the NFL’s uneasy dance with gambling. He pointed to Sunday’s Eagles-Rams finish as the perfect example of why the league opened Pandora’s box, with point spreads now part of every conversation. Florio believes the NFL tolerated gambling once New Jersey won legalization and the…
Read MoreRiddick: Syracuse Exposed Clemson’s Mindset Issues
ESPN/NFL analyst Louis Riddick didn’t hold back when assessing Clemson after their loss to Syracuse. He credited Fran Brown for the energy shift in Syracuse but questioned the Tigers’ mindset, saying Clemson’s talent isn’t translating to the field. While he respects Dabo Swinney and Mike Gundy, Riddick pushed back on the idea that NIL and…
Read MoreJohnson’s Public Criticism Was “Strategic”
Domonique Foxworth sees the Dolphins stuck in a “sad spot,” unable to replicate the formula that once made them dangerous. Between roster turnover, aging stars, and shifting rules, Miami hasn’t adapted, though he notes Buffalo’s defense still has holes to exploit. On Tom Brady’s dual role in the booth and Raiders’ suite, Foxworth said paranoia…
Read MoreDak Prescott Quietly Thriving
Quarterback play is always under the microscope, and this week was no different. Former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel stopped by today to discuss why Arch Manning’s struggles aren’t “the yips,” but more mechanical issues, missing throws he should hit. Caleb Williams shows flashes of brilliance, yet still leans toward chasing the big play. Dak Prescott,…
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