Podcast appearances and mentions of aj hawk

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

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

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

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

This Date in History with Bobby Carpenter... College football is changing how they're seeding teams. The Bills are on Hard Knocks. Texas says no to opening the season in Prime Time. And we end the week with the one and only AJ Hawk!

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

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

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

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

We discussed Big Ten over/under win projections...NFL players participating in Flag Football in the 2028 Summer Olympics...and Bobby's memorabilia draft for his kids. Our guests: Pete Rose's agent Ryan Fiterman and AJ Hawk

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

5/14/25: Ohio State National Champion LB AJ Hawk Talks College Football Headlines, Buckeyes Offseason Storylines & So Much More!

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

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

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

Beamer's last show on the Juice and Schlegs joined us for the entire three hours - in studio! We also chatted with Austin Ward and AJ Hawk

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

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

5/6/25: Ohio State National Champion LB AJ Hawk Talks Michigan Cheating Scandal News, Self-Imposed Suspensions, Potential Punishments & So Much More!

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

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

We previewed tomorrow's Kentucky Derby...discussed which NFL draft pick has the best-selling jersey...Rick Pitino facing his old team...and our bucket lists for sporting events. Our guests: Austin Ward and AJ Hawk

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap all of last night's playoff action in both the NBA and NHL, including the Lakers being eliminated by Ant Edwards and the TWolves, and look ahead to tonight's tilts. Joining the show to chat about all the different machinations going on in the NBA, as well as some off season quick hits. Next, RW and A for the Washington Capitals, Tom Wilson joins the show to chat about his style of play, being teammates with Ovechkin, the Capitals being on a potential Stanley Cup run, being left off the Canadian 4 Nations team and the excitement it brought the sport, and more. Later, 2x Super Bowl Champion, General Manager of the Los Angeles Chargers, Joe Hortiz joins the show to chat about the Chargers' draft, Justin Herbert, resigning Khalil Mack, his process for picking players, 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

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap all of last night's playoff action in both the NBA and NHL, and look ahead to tonight's tilts. Joining the progrum to break down their draft picks, how they evaluate guys coming out of college, where Chris Godwin is at with his rehab, Baker Mayfield, having to add new coaches, and more is General Manager of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Jason Licht. Next, General Manager of the Carolina Panthers, Super Bowl Champion, former 11th pick of the 2001 NFL Draft, Pro Bowler, and College Football Hall of Famer, Dan Morgan joins the show to chat about draftingTetairoa McMillan, Bryce Young's development, the importance of building through the trenches, his current workout plan, what his relationship with David Tepper is like, and more. Later, 2x All-Star, All-NBA, friend of the show, Tyrese Haliburton joins to chat about his massive night completing the gentleman's sweep over the Milwaukee Bucks with a game winning bucket, his dad's interaction with Giannis post game, preparation for the next series, what comes next, Rick Carlisle's message to the team when they were down big, his thoughts on the current state of wrestling, 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. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4/30/25: Ohio State National Champion LB AJ Hawk Recaps NFL Draft, Favorite Buckeyes Landing Spots, Debates Gorilla vs. 100 Men & So Much More!

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap all of last night's playoff action in both the NBA and NHL, and look ahead to tonight's tilts which feature 4 playoff games in each. Joining the show to discuss all their draft picks and his overall thoughts on the 2025 NFL is the General Manager of the Buffalo Bills, Brandon Beane. Next, to discuss their draft and trading out of the first round to pick up another 2026 1st round pick as well as some of the acquisitions they've made is the General Manager of the Los Angeles Rams, Les Snead. Later, ESPN Senior MLB Insider and NY Times best-selling author, Jeff Passan joins the show to bring everyone up to speed on what's been happening thus far in the baseball season including Aaron Judge's legendary run, the Mets being the first team to 20 wins, the Rockies potentially being the worst team in the history of baseball, Paul Skenes' continued dominance, and why he thinks it's still going to be the Dodgers over the field. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat recap an incredible draft weekend from Green Bay, chat more about Shedeur Sanders' fall into the 5th round, plus check in on both the NBA Playoffs, and the NHL Playoffs. Joining the show to chat more about the draft, as well as the latest update on Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers is NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport. Next, 13 year NBA veteran, 2005 3-point contest champion, 18th overall pick of the 2000 draft, and ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson joins the show to discuss the NBA playoffs, if the Lakers are done, the Pacers looking incredible, Steph Curry's brilliance, and who he thinks is ultimately going to win the title. Later, 6 year NHL veteran, analyst for the NHL on TNT, and co-host of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, Paul “BizNasty” Bissonnette joins the show to chat about the NHL Playoffs and who he likes to win the Stanley Cup as well as the Pittsburgh Penguins firing of Head Coach Mike Sullivan and what that means going forward. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys are LIVE from the NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin to recap last night's 6th annual Draft Spectacular and preview the rest of the Draft, including the best players available, the Patriots getting a GUY in OT Will Campbell, Jacksonville trading up with Cleveland for two-way phenom Travis Hunter, North Dakota State's Grey Zabel being a DAWG, the Packers finally picking a WR in the first round, Shedeur Sanders falling out of the first round, and much more. In the first hour, Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur joins the progrum to chat about his constantly great haircut, Jordan Love's progress as an NFL QB1, getting him a weapon like WR Matthew Golden in the draft, having a great RB like Josh Jacobs, firing up the Lambeau crowd, his relationship with Mike Vrabel, and more. In the second hour, we are joined by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to recap the first night of the Draft, including him riding a bicycle on stage, whether we may see an NFL game in Asia, improvements they could make to the flow of the Draft, if we will have 3 games on Christmas moving forward, the pending Tush Push ban, and more. In the third hour, Diamond Dustin Poirier stops by to announce his retirement fight July 19th against Max Holloway for the BMF Title, give Pat some advice for taking on Gunther's rear naked chokes, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT) or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you, have a great weekend, we will be back in the ThunderDome on Monday. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4/23/25: Ohio State National Champion LB AJ Hawk Talks NFL Draft Memories, Buckeyes' Projected Landing Spots, Strength Coach Antonio Turner Checks In & So Much More!

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the events from Wrestlemania weekend culminating with Pat and the boys getting into an altercation after Gunther put Pat in a deep chokehold last night on Monday Night Raw. They're also running on fumes with limited sleep and recap the NBA and NHL playoff action, and look ahead to the 2025 NFL Draft, as they will be doing the Draft Spectacular LIVE from Green Bay on Thursday. They are also joined by three incredible guests including The Final Boss, Chairman of the Board for TKO, one of the biggest movie stars on the planet, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, former host of GMFB and ESPN NFL Insider, Peter Schrager, and lastly 3x Super Bowl Champion, member of the Ring of Honor for both the New York Giants and Jacksonville Jaguars, Tom Coughlin. 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 as we're heading to Green Bay for the draft. We'll see you LIVE on Thursday Night for the Draft Spectacular. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Michael Cole, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys are LIVE in Vegas from WWE World to recap an INCREDIBLE WrestleMania weekend that saw John Cena defeat Cody Rhodes to capture his 17th World Championship, Seth Freakin Rollins beating Roman Reigns & CM Punk, and much much more. We also cover the start of the NBA & NHL Playoffs. In the first hour, the NEW WWE World Champion John Cena joins the progrum to talk about his relationship with the WWE Universe, all that he has given to the business, his plan to shut dahn wrestling, his integrity, his hair, who he views as the future of the company, and so much more. In the second hour, we are joined by the Wiseman Paul Heyman joined the boys on stage to defend his actions in support of Seth Freakin Rollins on Saturday night, how CM Punk put him in a compromising position, his experience at the WrestleMania roast last night, his approach to his work and craft, and so much more. To close the show, the Lord of the Marks & host of the Sam Roberts Show on SiriusXM, Sam Roberts joins us to give his thoughts on all the WrestleMania action and what we can look forward to at Raw on NETFLIX 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 you. We'll be back live at the ThunderDome tomorrow. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Michael Cole, AJ Hawk, Darius Butler and the boys are LIVE in Vegas from WWE World for a LOADED show previewing WrestleMania 41 this weekend at Allegiant Stadium. In the open, we reveal the WrestleMania set in extraordinary fashion. In the first hour, we are joined by the Original Tribal Chief, Roman Reigns to be wholly Acknowledged by WWE World & the progrum, discuss Paul Heyman's recent betrayal, how proud he is of Jey Uso, and preview his Triple Threat match to settle historical scores with CM Punk & Seth Freakin' Rollins. Also in the first hour, WWE Hall of Famer & GOAT, the Texas Rattlesnake, Stone Cold Steve Austin jumped on stage to reminisce about WrestleMania 38 in Dallas, Texas, life on Broken Skull Ranch here in Nevada, his business ventures, and much more. In the second hour, the Eradicator Rhea Ripley joined the progrum to tell us how she feels ahead of her Triple Threat match to reclaim the Women's World Championship vs. Bianca Belair & Iyo Sky, the growth of WrestleMania over the last decade, how she grew into herself while in the WWE, and more. Also in the second hour, CCO of the WWE, 14x Champion, the King of Kings Triple H joined the show to show his love for the passionate fans here at WWE World, whether or not there is a ceiling on how big WrestleMania can become, why John Cena cannot kill the WWE, his second induction into the WWE Hall of Fame this evening, his creative process, 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 you. We'll see you LIVE from WWE World again on Monday to recap all the WrestleMania action. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's Play-In games in the NBA, all the different happenings in MLB, and everything happening in the sports world as we are on the Road to Wrestlemania before heading to Las Vegas. Joining the show to chat about the NBA Playoffs, the future of NBA and their broadcasts and digital rights, changes to the playoff format, potential expansion, moving to Christmas Eve, and much more. Later, 4x MVP, Super Bowl Champion/MVP, and current free agent, Aaron Rodgers joins the show to clear the air on a lot of the stories floating around about him, and to chat about the ending of his time in New York, plus plans for his future. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow LIVE from Las Vegas on the Road to Wrestlemania, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's NBA Play-In games, if the Magic can make a run in the East, and how confident people are in the Warriors now with Jimmy Butler and Steph Curry being together. They also chat about the certainty of Cam Ward going #1 to the Titans, and how we know little else. Joining the progrum to break down everything going on in the NBA playoffs, Mike Malone being fired by the Nuggets and how weird that whole situation is, where Kevin Durant should go next, and who ultimately is going to win the NBA Title is 13 year NBA veteran, 18th pick of the 2000 NBA Draft, 2005 3 point contest champion, co-host of the Knuckleheads podcast, and now ESPN NBA analyst, Quentin Richardson. Next, ESPN College Football/Basketball Insider, The Authority, Pete Thamel joins the show to give the latest update about what he's hearing with Nico Iamaleava. Later, the voice of College Football, and NFL on Prime color commentator, Kirk Herbstreit joins the show to chat about the issues with college football right now amidst the Nico Iamaleava situation, who he likes at Quarterback in this draft class, his thoughts on the Columbus Blue Jackets and Cincinnati Reds, 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

On today's show, Pat, Darius, AJ Hawk, and the boys discuss Jackie Robinson Day in baseball, all he did for the sport and the country as a whole, and how incredible of a player he was. They also chat about tonight's NBA play-in games as the playoffs are officially here, as well as all the different NFL news stories as we inch closer and closer to the NFL draft. Joining the progrum to chat about the NBA playoffs, the surprising coaching firings, and Nico Harrison holding a media only meeting with no recording devices in Dallas is super agent and CEO of Klutch Sports, Rich Paul. Next, NFL Insider for ESPN, former co-host of Good Morning Football, Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about all the different movement with the Draft, what he's hearing about Shedeur Sanders, if he anticipates a bunch of trades, what the Steelers will do with their pick, and much more. Later, Maxwell Award winner, Doak Walker Award Winner, 2x All-American, and future 1st round pick, former Boise State Running Back, Ashton Jeanty joins the show to chat about the draft process, why he decided to stay at Boise State, which RB's he modeled his game after growing up, if he's worked out with any other RB's in the league, what this process has been like, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat is LIVE from Sacramento ahead of WWE Monday Night Raw, while Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys are back in Indianapolis as they recap yesterday's electric Masters that saw Rory McIlroy finally capture his elusive Green Jacket after a drama filled up and down final round, they chat about their experiences at Big Night AHT, look at the NBA and NHL playoff situations, and everything else happening around the sports world. They're also joined by several incredible guests including Chris "Soly" Solomon of No Laying Up to recap the Masters and Rory's win, Ian Rapoport to update us on everything happening around the NFL including Derek Carr potentially being out for the season, Josh Pate of CBS Sports to discuss the Nico Iamaleava situation at Tennessee and where he might wind up next, the greatest goal scorer of all-time, Stanley Cup Champion, 3x Hart Trophy Winner, Conn Smythe Winner, and countless other accolades, Alexander Ovechkin, and lastly, Head Coach of the newly minted National Champion Western Michigan Broncos men's hockey team, Pat Ferschweiler. 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

We heard from Ryan Day, Brian Hartline & Matt Patricia as previewed tomorrow's spring game, the Blue Jackets keep their playoff hopes alive, Chris Doran at 6:30, Jeff Svoboda at 7:18, Austin Ward at 7:30 and AJ Hawk at 8:30.

On today's show, Pat is LIVE from Minneapolis ahead of tonight's Monday Night Raw on Netflix while Darius, AJ Hawk, and the boys are back in Indianapolis and Ohio, respectively. They chat about all the biggest news stories floating around the sports world including the Final Four over the weekend, and preview tonight's National Championship between Houston and Florida, discuss Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's goals record, MLB having 5 walk-off game winners yesterday after another exciting week, UCONN winning the women's National Championship in dominant fashion, and the remaining NFL stories including Julio Jones and Terron Armstead retiring, and Shedeur Sanders' NFL Draft stock after the Colorado “Showcase.” Joining the show to wrap up all the pertinent NFL stories of the week is NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport. Next, National Champion, National Player of the Year, #2 overall pick of the 2002 NBA Draft, and NBA/NCAA analyst Jay Williams joins the show to chat about Duke's collapse in the Final Four, and how tonight's National Championship matchup. Later, long time basketball coach, former ACC Coach of the Year, and current ESPN NCAA men's basketball analyst, Seth Greenberg joins the show to chat more about Florida vs. Houston and why he's excited for this matchup of good on good. Lastly, 6x Stanley Cup Champion, 2x Hart Trophy Winner, Hall of Famer, 25 year NHL legend, and ESPN NHL analyst, Mark Messier joins the show to chat about how remarkable Ovechkin's accomplishment of breaking Gretzky's goals record is, how much longer he thinks Ovechkin will play, and how he's evolved over the course of his career. 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 rest of the week. Big Night AHT is Wednesday Night in Pittsburgh on YouTube, X, and TikTok LIVE, with the reair debuting on Hulu on Thursday, plus the Masters on Thursday and Friday. We'll see you on Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Ja Morant getting fined for another gun gesture in game, as well as the electric Lakers vs. Warriors game last night, the Final Four this weekend taking center stage, Geno Smith signing a 2 year $75 million extension with the Raiders, and more Showcase/Pro Day coverage as Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter take center stage today. Joining the progrum to chat about the Ja Morant situation and what might ultimately come of it is ESPN NBA Senior Insider, Shams Charania. Next, Ian Rapoport joins the show for a weekly wrap up to chat about the Geno Smith contract, Jaxson Dart's draft position, Netflix potentially loading up on more Christmas Day games in the future, James Cook putting his house up for sale in Buffalo and what that might mean, and more. Next, National Champion, National Player of the Year, #2 pick of the 2002 NBA Draft, and current ESPN NBA and NCAA basketball analyst, Jay Williams joins the show to chat about the Final Four and what each team needs to do to win their respective games, as well as everything happening in the NBA right now and his thoughts on all the biggest stories. Later, ESPN NFL analyst and Draft expert, Field Yates joins the show from Colorado's Showcase to chat about Shedeur's draft prospects, where he has Travis Hunter going, and where he thinks Jaxson Dart will eventually wind 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 on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the severe weather that came through the Midwest yesterday and hit the Indianapolis metro area pretty hard, Joe Milton being traded from the Patriots to the Cowboys, Katie Blackburn's comments about the Bengals potentially leaving the stadium after this year (which were taken out of context), and Jerry Jones' comments about what the Cowboys needs out of Micah Parson's if they're going to commit the type of money to him that he wants. Joining the show to chat about his son shining on National Autism Awareness Day, the Browns QB situation, why it's tough to evaluate Shedeur Sanders, and his thoughts on Jaxson Dart is 12 year NFL veteran at QB, and ESPN QB guru/analyst, Dan Orlovsky. Later, ESPN stalwart since 1993, play-by-play announcer for Sunday Night Baseball, Karl Ravech joins the show to chat about how much momentum MLB has right now with their best players performing early, Shohei's international appeal and unbelievable night, the Dodgers pursuit of being the best team ever, the Red Sox resurgence, if Paul Skenes gives the Pirates a chance in the long run, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat chat about the massive night in the NBA last night including Steph Curry making 12 3's and scoring 52 points as the Warriors continue to impress, Jokic with a 61 point triple double in an insane double overtime loss to the TWolves, plus everything going on in MLB right now including last night's action, while looking ahead to Skenes Day, and the continued watch of Alex Ovechkin's pursuit of the all-time goals record. Joining the progrum to cover everything that happened in the NBA plus Kevin Durant's future in Phoenix, Zion Williamson in New Orleans, and Dame Lillard's status as he continues to battle with blood clots, is ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania. Next, 4x Pro Bowler, All-Pro, the 2024 sack king, DE for the Cincinnati Bengals, Trey Hendrickson joins the show to chat about his frustrations with the contract situation with the Bengals, Katie Blackburn's comments about him at the owner's meetings, if a trade is possible at this point, if any contract has been offered, and ultimately, what is next. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the new rules being passed at the league meetings in Palm Beach while the Tush Push discussion has been tabled until May. Joining the progrum to chat about the league meetings and what happens there as well as some of the other massive news stories floating around the NFL like Aaron Rodgers throwing with DK Metcalf, what's going to happen with Kirk Cousins, and what he's hearing about the top of draft is newest ESPN employee, former co-host of Good Morning Football, Emmy award winner, and NFL Insider, Peter Schrager. Next, 3x All-Star, Reds Hall of Famer, MLB Network analyst, and host of “The Mayor's Office,” Sean Casey joins the show to chat about the torpedo bat craze, why he thinks they're here to stay, the science behind what they're doing, which teams are actually implementing them, and why he thinks its going to become more popular given the recent success. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat is LIVE from the O2 Arena in London ahead of Monday Night Raw, while AJ Hawk hosts from the ThunderDome with Darius Butler and the boys. They recap this weekend's Elite 8 games and how this is the first year since 2008 that all four #1 seeds made the Final Four. They also discuss the Yankees usage of “Torpedo bats” taking over the MLB world after hitting 15 home runs in 3 games, and how everyone wants a piece of the action now, before chatting about all the different conversations happening at the league meetings in Palm Beach. Joining the progrum LIVE from the League Meetings is NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport to discuss Aaron Rodgers throwing with DK Metcalf in LA, if there is a timeline on his decision, which of the potential rule changes will actually pass and be implemented including the tush push, Lamar Jackson's new contract coming soon, and all the other pertinent information being discussed in Palm Beach. Later, 2x NCAA National Champion (one as player, one as assistant coach), All-American, and current Head Coach of the Duke Blue Devils, Jon Scheyer to chat about his team this year, stepping in after Coach K and how that process has gone as a whole, creating his own identity as Head Coach of Duke, how special his freshman class is including Cooper Flagg, what the Duke Brotherhood means, how they're preparing for Houston, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's Sweet 16 games that saw Alabama set a tournament record for most amount of 3's attempted and made, Florida outlasted Maryland, Cooper Flagg shined for Duke against Arizona, and Arkansas/Texas Tech going into overtime in one of the best games of the tournament so far. They also recap MLB's opening day, and chat about the remaining news floating around the NFL world. Joining the show to chat about the Sweet 16, how basketball has changed since he was in college, his pro career and playing in China is College Basketball Hall of Famer, 3x unanimous All American, National Player of the Year, National Champion, and analyst for The Field of 68, Tyler Hansbrough. Next, the phenom, NL Rookie of the Year, All-Star, All-MLB 1st Team, pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Paul Skenes joins the show to chat about yesterday's start, the expectations for this years Pirates team, adding new pitches to his arsenal, the differences between hunting for strikeouts and trying to pitch to contact more to go deeper into games, and much more. Later, 2x Super Bowl Champion, starting center for the Cincinnati Bengals, Ted Karras joins the show in studio to chat about the Bengals keeping some of their top tier talent, if he thinks they can still be successful paying all these guys top dollar, his thoughts on guardian caps and the tush push, being on the NFLPA Executive Committee, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you on Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat last night's two play in games that saw Alabama State beat St. Francis on a hailmary buzzer beater in the first game, and North Carolina beat the hell out of San Diego St. in the second game in a result that surprised absolutely no one after all the controversy of them getting into the tournament field. They also discuss the new rule proposals in the NFL, and continue their Aaron Rodgers watch as it seems the Vikings are officially not interested. Joining the progrum to chat more about the NFL Draft and some of the movement in his latest mock drafts, where Jaxon Dart might end up going, and the Big 12 combine at the Cowboys practice facility in Frisco Texas is former NFL scout and current NFL Draft guru for the NFL Network, Daniel Jeremiah. Next, one of the GOAT's, National Champion, 6 Final Four appearances, countless conference tournament championships, the current Head Coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks, John Calipari joins the show ahead of their tilt against Kansas tomorrow night in the NCAA tournament to chat about his team and the way they've evolved this year, what they need to do to win, how playing in a tough league prepares you for the tournament, what the schedule is like leading into the tournament, playing against coaches you're familiar with, and more. Later, 3x Super Bowl Champion, current GM of the North Carolina Tar Heels, Michael Lombardi joins the show to chat about all the happenings during free agency, when a GM would need to know Aaron Rodgers' decision by, his thoughts on the JFK files, why UNC ultimately decided to pass on the offseason Hard Knocks, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We're off the next two days for the NCAA Tournament. Enjoy all the games, we'll see you Monday. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about March Madness beginning tonight and who they like as well as all the drama surrounding West Virginia Head Coach Darian DeVries and both Iowa and Indiana's interest in him and how that may play out, as well as all the other stories happening around the NFL world, and MLB officially starting their season over in Tokyo with the Dodgers and Cubs. Joining the progrum is Super Bowl Champion, and current GM of the LA Rams, Les Snead to chat about constructing the team the way they have, how they got Matthew Stafford to stay in LA, his thoughts on this year's NFL Draft, retooling the offensive line, his relationship with Sean McVay, and much more. Next, former Head Coach of the Virginia Tech Hokies and current ESPN college basketball analyst, Seth Greenberg joins the show to discuss the tournament, which teams he like, which teams he think got a terrible draw, some of the more intriguing first round matchups, some of the coaching openings, and the drama surrounding North Carolina getting into the tournament. Later, ESPN Senior MLB insider, Jeff “The Jett” Passan joins the show to chat about the importance of the MLB opening the season in Japan, the surge of Japanese players coming to play over here, Paul Skenes and how impressive of a person he is, 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. See you tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the NCAA Tournament field being set and some of the controversy surrounding which teams got in and which teams didn't including West Virginia getting snubbed and North Carolina making it with their Athletic Director Bubba Cunningham being the Selection Committee Chair. They also cover Derek Stingley Jr. becoming the highest paid CB in the NFL and resetting the market, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins getting paid, Cooper Kupp and Sam Darnold's respective deals with the Seahawks, and more. Joining the show to chat about his career, the tournament as a whole, and why coaching in his hometown is so special is the Head Coach of the St. John's Red Storm, one of the GOAT's, Rick Pitino. Next, the commissioner of the SEC, Greg Sankey joins the show to chat about his league's success this year and setting the record with 14 teams getting into the tournament, how he thinks they'll fare in the tournament, the SEC's success in sports as a whole, conference realignment, how he's going to manage being in attendance for so many teams competing, and more. Later, another one of the GOAT's, Michigan State Head Coach, Tom Izzo to chat about his team this year and what they need to do to cut down the nets, the incident against Michigan on MSU's Senior Night, his love for football, how things have changed over the course of his time as Head Coach of Michigan State, what he loves about Michigan State, how he would describe his culture, 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 tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the difference NCAA Conference Tournaments that are underway and how March madness is almost officially here as we've already gotten several buzzer beaters and marquee matchups across these tournaments. They also discuss how the NFL world is still awaiting Aaron Rodgers' decision, and what else is happening around the NFL. Joining the progrum to wrap up all the different free agent signings and where we stand right now with Aaron Rodgers, Cooper Kupp, and a few other players is NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport. Later, ESPN Senior NBA Insider, Shams Charania joins the show to chat about the happenings in the NBA including Zion Williamson finally playing to the best of his capabilities, the Warriors and Cavs recent success, the Utah Jazz getting fined by the NBA for what could potentially be considered “tanking,” and Tom Thibodeau's usage of his starters and if that's going to change at all after Mikal Bridges recent comments. 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

On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Big Night AHT tickets officially going on sale for the show April 9th in Pittsburgh at PPG Paints Arena, they await Aaron Rodgers' decision on whether or not he will play next year and if it will be in Pittsburgh, Minnesota, or somewhere else, and discuss where Cooper Kupp could wind up now that he has been released by the Rams. Joining the progrum to preview all the conference tournaments, give a couple of mid major dark horses, and which teams he expects to compete for a National Championship this year is 2x ACC Coach of the Year, ESPN College GameDay panelist and ESPN college basketball analyst, Seth Greenberg. Later, 3x Super Bowl Champion and current GM of the North Carolina Tar Heels football team, Michael Lombardi joins the show to chat about free agency in the NFL and what he thinks of the deals that have been made thus far, what he thinks Aaron Rodgers will end up doing, and why winning the offseason often times doesn't matter at all. 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

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat more about the different free agent signings around the NFL and await the news of where Aaron Rodgers will ultimately decide to go as he seems to be the last QB domino to fall, plus they chat about the NHL, NBA, and everything else happening in the sports world. Joining the progrum to chat about all the different QB movement in the offseason thus far and his thoughts on the incoming draft class is 12 year NFL veteran at QB and ESPN NFL analyst, Dan Orlovsky. Next, 2x All-Star, All-NBA player, and starting Point Guard for the Indianapolis Pacers, Tyrese Haliburton joins the show fresh off a game winning four point play against the Bucks to chat about the season thus far, and how things are going to start heating up now that the playoffs are drawing closer. Later, 4x NBA Champion, 3x NBA Finals MVP, 15x All-Star, 14x All-NBA, analyst on Inside the NBA, one of, if not the most dominant Big Men of all-time, Shaquille O'Neal joins the show to chat about his new BeatBox drink, the state of the NBA, and his thoughts on this season thus far. 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