Pardon My Take Podcast Summary: Saints QB Tyler Shough, CFB Semifinals With Andy Staples, Black Monday Firings, John Harbaugh Out In Baltimore + FAQ’s

Date: January 7, 2026
Hosts: Big Cat & PFT Commenter (Barstool Sports)

Episode Overview

This episode features a packed lineup centered around the NFL’s Black Monday coach firings, a detailed preview of the upcoming College Football Playoff semifinals (with expert guest Andy Staples), and an in-depth interview with Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough. It also covers breaking news on John Harbaugh’s firing, the perennial challenge of NFL award debates, and the evolving landscape of college football. Interspersed throughout are the crew's signature humor, spirited arguments, memorable quotes, and FAQs from listeners.

Key Segments & Discussions

1. Black Monday NFL Coach Firings

Start: 02:07

Main Takeaways

Somber Tone: Big Cat and PFT express how tough these annual firings are, highlighting the personal ramifications for coaches and their families.
Coach Openings: As of recording, six head coaching jobs were open: Raiders, Cardinals, Browns, Titans, Giants, and Rams, with speculation about more.
Notable Moves:
- John Harbaugh fired as Ravens HC (breaking news, see [2:25] and [After 1:43:00]).
- Rumblings about playoff coaches being let go if ousted early: McDermott (Bills), Tomlin (Steelers), LaFleur (Packers), Bowles (Bucs).
- “Pete Carroll should get a look!” – PFT, referencing the need for “hot old guy” coaches.
Job Rankings Discussion: Titans, Giants, Raiders considered the most attractive; Raiders seen as a potential draw due to Brady’s front-office involvement.
Behind-the-Scenes Role Play: The hosts detail what they’d ask if involved in head coach interviews, ranging from tactical to comically irreverent (ping pong tables allowed? Crying during national anthem?).

Notable Quotes

“It’s a sad day. My coffee stain aside, these guys have families…” — PFT (03:18)
“The worst part… Some of these guys might have to get jobs as coordinators!” — Big Cat (03:40)

Timestamps

Black Monday context & emotional impacts [02:07–05:00]
Deep dive on job openings & rankings [05:00–11:00]
Harbaugh and playoff coach speculation [11:00–14:00]
Their imagined head coach interview questions [28:11–32:00]
BREAKING: John Harbaugh firing [143:00+]

2. Saints QB Tyler Shough Interview

Start: 63:08 (1:03:08)

Main Takeaways

Name Pronunciation Woes: Tyler’s last name (“Shuck”) confused classmates and scouts alike. “If your name were easier to pronounce, you’d have been drafted in the top 10.” – PMT hosts.
Rookie Year Journey: Discussed acclimating, trusting the process, and breakthrough moments—particularly performing well on Saints’ scout team versus top defenders.
Throwing Style: Attributes his “catchable ball” to learning from Justin Herbert — only throw as hard as needed. “You like my balls?” — Tyler Shough (playfully).
“Welcome to NFL” Moment: Byron Young (Rams) nearly broke Tyler’s jaw in his first start.
Locker Room Vibes: Team chemistry and fun persisted even through disappointing results: “The vibes were immaculate for sure.”
Last Game, Division Implications: A final win over the Falcons had ripples for rivals; Tyler found it “strange” to have Bucs and Panthers fans rooting for him.
College Odyssey: Seven years in college (Oregon, Texas Tech, Louisville) toughened him mentally and prepared him for the NFL.
Personal Life: Expecting a baby in February (“Right near Mardi Gras!”), active New Orleans resident, humorous dog story from draft day.
Optimism and Resilience: No bitterness over draft slide—grateful for Saints, focused on earning trust, and ready for what’s next.
PMT's “Boat Deal”: If Tyler signs a big contract, PMT gets a boat (joint custody, named by the crew, to christen together).

Memorable Moments/Quotes

“It should be everything but ‘Shuck’… but once you learn it, hard to forget.” — Tyler Shough (63:08)
“You like my balls?” — Tyler Shough (catchable ball discussion, 66:30)
“Immaculate vibes in our locker room—even when we weren’t winning.” — Tyler Shough (68:35)
“What would you like to say to Bucs fans who didn't buy in?” — Big Cat; “I understand, man… division rival, but I feel like we got a really good division.” (70:56)
“Hopefully next contract, we get a boat. You can name it, I’ll keep it, but you get a ride anytime.” (85:09–85:57)

Timestamps

Name/intro (63:08)
Rookie learning curve (64:26)
Best/worst hits and game moments (65:33, 67:25)
Locker room/final game (68:35–69:33)
College journey/mental toughness (71:24)
Personal updates/dog cameo story (72:32–73:49)
Saints and catching controversy (75:19)
Rookie mindset (76:07)
Viral combine throw story (77:28–78:45)
PMT's "boat deal" with Tyler (84:57–85:57)
Roast of Bucs fan Zach (86:16)

3. College Football Semifinals Preview (with Andy Staples)

Start: 90:46 (1:30:46)

Main Takeaways

Unprecedented Parity: “First time since the playoff began all four teams are legit title threats.” — Andy Staples (91:26)
Indiana’s Rise: Indiana’s “machine-like” dominance, their deep and mature roster, and how the public is awakening to them post-Alabama dismantling.
Oregon’s Promise: Dramatic evolution since early-season loss to Indiana—Dante Moore must rise for them to upset the Hoosiers.
Miami vs. Ole Miss: The Miami D-line is “violent, fast, insane”; Ole Miss QB Trinidad Shambliss’s off-script play is key if Rebels are to win a projected shootout.
Coaching Carousel Impact: Lane Kiffin’s departure from Ole Miss unexpectedly propelled the team; coaching continuity discussed for all semifinalists.
Portal Frenzy: Coaches are balancing playoff prep with relentless transfer portal recruiting—Indiana and Kentucky cited as big movers.
Philosophical Angles: Will NIL and portal chaos force a CBA? Could positive incentives keep players from transferring? PMT jokingly proposes a “Larry Bird eligibility exception.”
Playoff Picks: Andy predicts Indiana wins it all. He takes Indiana and Miami this week (123:34).

Notable Quotes

“That was the nicest possible way Signetti could say, ‘We’re going to beat the sh*t out of this team.’” — Andy Staples (on Indiana over Alabama, 94:54)
“Running duo from the pistol has been devastating for Miami.” — Andy Staples (104:21)
“Kurt Signetti is the destroyer of excuses… If your guy’s not good by year two now, you blew the hire.” (126:25)

Timestamps

Indiana/Oregon analysis (91:26–97:06)
Miami/Ole Miss preview (99:18–106:48)
Lane Kiffin/Ole Miss coaching fallout (106:48–108:52)
Transfer portal/CBA speculation (112:15–120:26)
Picks for semifinals/CFB questions (123:34–128:10)

4. MVP & Awards Debates

Start: 11:02; revisited throughout, 34:36

Highlights

Awards are “meaningless,” per Hank; playoff wins are the only thing that matters.
Detailed debate on whether NFL MVP should be “quarterback of the year” and an MVP open to all — lament that dominance by QBs has rendered the trophy “the least important” of all major sport MVPs.

Quotes

“No MVP has ever done that…” “Stats don’t matter!” — Dragged-out friendly stats argument between Hank, PFT, and Big Cat. (11:02–13:07; 34:36; 35:26)

5. Hot Seat, Cool Throne

Start: 41:23

Notable Entries

Stranger Things Fans – Speculation over a “secret” finale episode is wild (highlights internet-fueled expectations vs. reality).
- “I did it with Game of Thrones… you get so into these shows, you make up theories and then get mad when they don’t happen.” — Big Cat (43:44)
Four Aces Golf Team & LIV Tour – Deep dive on team changes and whether shorts should still be allowed.
Trey Young Trade Request – “He’ll be the centerpiece til they realize he doesn’t play defense.” — PFT (51:36)
Hockey’s “Heated Rivals” – New show dramatically expands hockey’s reach via an LGBTQ story.

6. Listener FAQs, Classic PMT Banter, and Must-Hear Moments

Start: 129:04

Work-Life Balance: Group resolutions for 2026—less phone screen time in the morning, more exercise, meditation, and (possibly) strange electromagnetic mats.
Most Universal Guy Activities: Everyone fills out March Madness brackets, farts, or tries to hit the exact dollar on a gas pump; lively volume-number debate circles the room.
Most Starstruck Moments: Mark Davis sighting, Boomer Esiason, Adam Sandler, and KG all get shout-outs.
Inside/Outside Jokes: Arguments about sound bars, classic banter, and Hank's acknowledged mental dominance over Shane.
Shane’s Chargers Soliloquy: Extended attempts (hilariously interrupted repeatedly by the crew) for the show’s editor to justify his Chargers optimism.

Breaking News Reaction: John Harbaugh Out in Baltimore

Timestamps: After [143:00], and referenced throughout retrospectively

The hosts react to Harbaugh’s surprise firing, placing the Ravens job instantly atop the openings list. The show scrambles for implications and attempts to break the news to Baltimore’s #1 fan Stavros Halkias live on air.

Notable Quotes

“This is the number one job by far. Like, not even close.” — Big Cat (144:07)
“In a good franchise, you get expectations, miss the playoffs, and all that gets bigger.” — PFT (144:27)

Episode Tone & Style

Maintains the high-energy, irreverent, “inside-the-locker-room” PMT atmosphere, with jokes layered on serious football talk. The episode features the hosts’ trademark blend of nostalgia, heated debate, sharp sports insight, and subversive humor.

Notable Quotes Collection (by Timestamp and Speaker)

(03:18) PFT: “My coffee stain aside, these guys have families… it's a sad day.”
(63:08) Tyler Shough: “Once you learn it, it’s kind of hard to forget it.”
(66:30) Tyler Shough: “You like my balls?”
(85:14) PFT: “You could have primary custody of the boat. …we just get one trip a year, but it’s our boat.”
(94:54) Andy Staples: “That was the nicest possible way Signetti could say, ‘We’re going to beat the sh*t out of this team.’”
(126:25) Andy Staples: “If your guy’s not good by year two, you blew the hire. …If your guy’s begging for patience, he knows he’s cooked.”
(143:00+) Big Cat: “Breaking moves, John Harbaugh and the Ravens have parted ways. … This is the number one job by far, not even close.”
(148:01) Shane (Chargers speech): “You gotta use the embarrassing moments as fuel… start of the championship DVD.”

Conclusion

This episode delivers a comedic yet nuanced breakdown of the NFL’s coaching carousel, playoff stakes, and the emerging power in college football. With an upbeat rookie QB, an expert CFB guide, sharply opinionated hosts, and hilarious recurring bits, it’s got something for both sports diehards and casual fans.

Episode Guide – Key Segments by Timestamp

[02:07] Black Monday NFL firings / Job rankings
[41:23] Hot Seat, Cool Throne
[63:08] Tyler Shough interview
[90:46] College Football Playoffs preview (Andy Staples)
[129:04] Listener FAQs, running banter
[143:00+] John Harbaugh breaking news reaction
[148:01] Shane’s Chargers motivational soliloquy

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Pardon My Take Podcast Summary: Saints QB Tyler Shough, CFB Semifinals With Andy Staples, Black Monday Firings, John Harbaugh Out In Baltimore + FAQ’s

Date: January 7, 2026
Hosts: Big Cat & PFT Commenter (Barstool Sports)

Episode Overview

Key Segments & Discussions

1. Black Monday NFL Coach Firings

Start: 02:07

Main Takeaways

Somber Tone: Big Cat and PFT express how tough these annual firings are, highlighting the personal ramifications for coaches and their families.
Coach Openings: As of recording, six head coaching jobs were open: Raiders, Cardinals, Browns, Titans, Giants, and Rams, with speculation about more.
Notable Moves:
- John Harbaugh fired as Ravens HC (breaking news, see [2:25] and [After 1:43:00]).
- Rumblings about playoff coaches being let go if ousted early: McDermott (Bills), Tomlin (Steelers), LaFleur (Packers), Bowles (Bucs).
- “Pete Carroll should get a look!” – PFT, referencing the need for “hot old guy” coaches.
Job Rankings Discussion: Titans, Giants, Raiders considered the most attractive; Raiders seen as a potential draw due to Brady’s front-office involvement.
Behind-the-Scenes Role Play: The hosts detail what they’d ask if involved in head coach interviews, ranging from tactical to comically irreverent (ping pong tables allowed? Crying during national anthem?).

Notable Quotes

“It’s a sad day. My coffee stain aside, these guys have families…” — PFT (03:18)
“The worst part… Some of these guys might have to get jobs as coordinators!” — Big Cat (03:40)

Timestamps

Black Monday context & emotional impacts [02:07–05:00]
Deep dive on job openings & rankings [05:00–11:00]
Harbaugh and playoff coach speculation [11:00–14:00]
Their imagined head coach interview questions [28:11–32:00]
BREAKING: John Harbaugh firing [143:00+]

2. Saints QB Tyler Shough Interview

Start: 63:08 (1:03:08)

Main Takeaways

Name Pronunciation Woes: Tyler’s last name (“Shuck”) confused classmates and scouts alike. “If your name were easier to pronounce, you’d have been drafted in the top 10.” – PMT hosts.
Rookie Year Journey: Discussed acclimating, trusting the process, and breakthrough moments—particularly performing well on Saints’ scout team versus top defenders.
Throwing Style: Attributes his “catchable ball” to learning from Justin Herbert — only throw as hard as needed. “You like my balls?” — Tyler Shough (playfully).
“Welcome to NFL” Moment: Byron Young (Rams) nearly broke Tyler’s jaw in his first start.
Locker Room Vibes: Team chemistry and fun persisted even through disappointing results: “The vibes were immaculate for sure.”
Last Game, Division Implications: A final win over the Falcons had ripples for rivals; Tyler found it “strange” to have Bucs and Panthers fans rooting for him.
College Odyssey: Seven years in college (Oregon, Texas Tech, Louisville) toughened him mentally and prepared him for the NFL.
Personal Life: Expecting a baby in February (“Right near Mardi Gras!”), active New Orleans resident, humorous dog story from draft day.
Optimism and Resilience: No bitterness over draft slide—grateful for Saints, focused on earning trust, and ready for what’s next.
PMT's “Boat Deal”: If Tyler signs a big contract, PMT gets a boat (joint custody, named by the crew, to christen together).

Memorable Moments/Quotes

“It should be everything but ‘Shuck’… but once you learn it, hard to forget.” — Tyler Shough (63:08)
“You like my balls?” — Tyler Shough (catchable ball discussion, 66:30)
“Immaculate vibes in our locker room—even when we weren’t winning.” — Tyler Shough (68:35)
“What would you like to say to Bucs fans who didn't buy in?” — Big Cat; “I understand, man… division rival, but I feel like we got a really good division.” (70:56)
“Hopefully next contract, we get a boat. You can name it, I’ll keep it, but you get a ride anytime.” (85:09–85:57)

Timestamps

Name/intro (63:08)
Rookie learning curve (64:26)
Best/worst hits and game moments (65:33, 67:25)
Locker room/final game (68:35–69:33)
College journey/mental toughness (71:24)
Personal updates/dog cameo story (72:32–73:49)
Saints and catching controversy (75:19)
Rookie mindset (76:07)
Viral combine throw story (77:28–78:45)
PMT's "boat deal" with Tyler (84:57–85:57)
Roast of Bucs fan Zach (86:16)

3. College Football Semifinals Preview (with Andy Staples)

Start: 90:46 (1:30:46)

Main Takeaways

Unprecedented Parity: “First time since the playoff began all four teams are legit title threats.” — Andy Staples (91:26)
Indiana’s Rise: Indiana’s “machine-like” dominance, their deep and mature roster, and how the public is awakening to them post-Alabama dismantling.
Oregon’s Promise: Dramatic evolution since early-season loss to Indiana—Dante Moore must rise for them to upset the Hoosiers.
Miami vs. Ole Miss: The Miami D-line is “violent, fast, insane”; Ole Miss QB Trinidad Shambliss’s off-script play is key if Rebels are to win a projected shootout.
Coaching Carousel Impact: Lane Kiffin’s departure from Ole Miss unexpectedly propelled the team; coaching continuity discussed for all semifinalists.
Portal Frenzy: Coaches are balancing playoff prep with relentless transfer portal recruiting—Indiana and Kentucky cited as big movers.
Philosophical Angles: Will NIL and portal chaos force a CBA? Could positive incentives keep players from transferring? PMT jokingly proposes a “Larry Bird eligibility exception.”
Playoff Picks: Andy predicts Indiana wins it all. He takes Indiana and Miami this week (123:34).

Notable Quotes

“That was the nicest possible way Signetti could say, ‘We’re going to beat the sh*t out of this team.’” — Andy Staples (on Indiana over Alabama, 94:54)
“Running duo from the pistol has been devastating for Miami.” — Andy Staples (104:21)
“Kurt Signetti is the destroyer of excuses… If your guy’s not good by year two now, you blew the hire.” (126:25)

Timestamps

Indiana/Oregon analysis (91:26–97:06)
Miami/Ole Miss preview (99:18–106:48)
Lane Kiffin/Ole Miss coaching fallout (106:48–108:52)
Transfer portal/CBA speculation (112:15–120:26)
Picks for semifinals/CFB questions (123:34–128:10)

4. MVP & Awards Debates

Start: 11:02; revisited throughout, 34:36

Highlights

Awards are “meaningless,” per Hank; playoff wins are the only thing that matters.
Detailed debate on whether NFL MVP should be “quarterback of the year” and an MVP open to all — lament that dominance by QBs has rendered the trophy “the least important” of all major sport MVPs.

Quotes

“No MVP has ever done that…” “Stats don’t matter!” — Dragged-out friendly stats argument between Hank, PFT, and Big Cat. (11:02–13:07; 34:36; 35:26)

5. Hot Seat, Cool Throne

Start: 41:23

Notable Entries

Stranger Things Fans – Speculation over a “secret” finale episode is wild (highlights internet-fueled expectations vs. reality).
- “I did it with Game of Thrones… you get so into these shows, you make up theories and then get mad when they don’t happen.” — Big Cat (43:44)
Four Aces Golf Team & LIV Tour – Deep dive on team changes and whether shorts should still be allowed.
Trey Young Trade Request – “He’ll be the centerpiece til they realize he doesn’t play defense.” — PFT (51:36)
Hockey’s “Heated Rivals” – New show dramatically expands hockey’s reach via an LGBTQ story.

6. Listener FAQs, Classic PMT Banter, and Must-Hear Moments

Start: 129:04

Work-Life Balance: Group resolutions for 2026—less phone screen time in the morning, more exercise, meditation, and (possibly) strange electromagnetic mats.
Most Universal Guy Activities: Everyone fills out March Madness brackets, farts, or tries to hit the exact dollar on a gas pump; lively volume-number debate circles the room.
Most Starstruck Moments: Mark Davis sighting, Boomer Esiason, Adam Sandler, and KG all get shout-outs.
Inside/Outside Jokes: Arguments about sound bars, classic banter, and Hank's acknowledged mental dominance over Shane.
Shane’s Chargers Soliloquy: Extended attempts (hilariously interrupted repeatedly by the crew) for the show’s editor to justify his Chargers optimism.

Breaking News Reaction: John Harbaugh Out in Baltimore

Timestamps: After [143:00], and referenced throughout retrospectively

The hosts react to Harbaugh’s surprise firing, placing the Ravens job instantly atop the openings list. The show scrambles for implications and attempts to break the news to Baltimore’s #1 fan Stavros Halkias live on air.

Notable Quotes

“This is the number one job by far. Like, not even close.” — Big Cat (144:07)
“In a good franchise, you get expectations, miss the playoffs, and all that gets bigger.” — PFT (144:27)

Episode Tone & Style

Notable Quotes Collection (by Timestamp and Speaker)

(03:18) PFT: “My coffee stain aside, these guys have families… it's a sad day.”
(63:08) Tyler Shough: “Once you learn it, it’s kind of hard to forget it.”
(66:30) Tyler Shough: “You like my balls?”
(85:14) PFT: “You could have primary custody of the boat. …we just get one trip a year, but it’s our boat.”
(94:54) Andy Staples: “That was the nicest possible way Signetti could say, ‘We’re going to beat the sh*t out of this team.’”
(126:25) Andy Staples: “If your guy’s not good by year two, you blew the hire. …If your guy’s begging for patience, he knows he’s cooked.”
(143:00+) Big Cat: “Breaking moves, John Harbaugh and the Ravens have parted ways. … This is the number one job by far, not even close.”
(148:01) Shane (Chargers speech): “You gotta use the embarrassing moments as fuel… start of the championship DVD.”

Conclusion

Episode Guide – Key Segments by Timestamp

[02:07] Black Monday NFL firings / Job rankings
[41:23] Hot Seat, Cool Throne
[63:08] Tyler Shough interview
[90:46] College Football Playoffs preview (Andy Staples)
[129:04] Listener FAQs, running banter
[143:00+] John Harbaugh breaking news reaction
[148:01] Shane’s Chargers motivational soliloquy

For more PMT, subscribe to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.

Saints QB Tyler Shough, CFB Semifinals With Andy Staples, Black Monday Firings, John Harbaugh Out In Baltimore + FAQ’s

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Summary

Pardon My Take Podcast Summary: Saints QB Tyler Shough, CFB Semifinals With Andy Staples, Black Monday Firings, John Harbaugh Out In Baltimore + FAQ’s

Episode Overview

Key Segments & Discussions

1. Black Monday NFL Coach Firings

Main Takeaways

Notable Quotes

Timestamps

2. Saints QB Tyler Shough Interview

Main Takeaways

Memorable Moments/Quotes

Timestamps

3. College Football Semifinals Preview (with Andy Staples)

Main Takeaways

Notable Quotes

Timestamps

4. MVP & Awards Debates

Highlights

Quotes

5. Hot Seat, Cool Throne

Notable Entries

6. Listener FAQs, Classic PMT Banter, and Must-Hear Moments

Breaking News Reaction: John Harbaugh Out in Baltimore

Episode Tone & Style

Notable Quotes Collection (by Timestamp and Speaker)

Conclusion

Episode Guide – Key Segments by Timestamp

Summary

Pardon My Take Podcast Summary: Saints QB Tyler Shough, CFB Semifinals With Andy Staples, Black Monday Firings, John Harbaugh Out In Baltimore + FAQ’s

Episode Overview

Key Segments & Discussions

1. Black Monday NFL Coach Firings

Main Takeaways

Notable Quotes

Timestamps

2. Saints QB Tyler Shough Interview

Main Takeaways

Memorable Moments/Quotes

Timestamps

3. College Football Semifinals Preview (with Andy Staples)

Main Takeaways

Notable Quotes

Timestamps

4. MVP & Awards Debates

Highlights

Quotes

5. Hot Seat, Cool Throne

Notable Entries

6. Listener FAQs, Classic PMT Banter, and Must-Hear Moments

Breaking News Reaction: John Harbaugh Out in Baltimore

Episode Tone & Style

Notable Quotes Collection (by Timestamp and Speaker)

Conclusion

Episode Guide – Key Segments by Timestamp