Pardon My Take – NFL Week 11 Recap

Podcast: Pardon My Take (Barstool Sports)
Hosts: Big Cat & PFT Commenter
Date: November 17, 2025

Overview

This episode dives deep into NFL Week 11, dissecting every game with signature PMT humor, fast-paced banter, and uniquely irreverent commentary. Big Cat, PFT Commenter, Memes, Hank, and the rotating crew break down pivotal matchups like the Broncos’ statement win over the Chiefs, the Rams and Seahawks NFC West clash, the Bears’ continued magic, and the Eagles-Lions primetime showdown. The energy is high as the guys take victory laps, vent about their teams, and argue over the most “trustworthy” squads as the playoff picture takes shape.

Key Segments & Insights

Fastest Two Minutes Recap (03:00–12:00)

A whirlwind PMT-style run through each Sunday NFL game, blending pun-laden recaps, pop-culture references, and highlight calls from every matchup.

Memorable moment:
“That was a Vine joke, teach for all the young kids out there—an app that existed a long, long time ago.” – Pardon My Take Host (03:10)

International Game: Dolphins vs. Commanders in Madrid (12:17–16:39)

• Spanish NFL debut enjoyed for its novelty and “matador defense” ("both teams playing matador defense. Olé!").
• Commanders fandom: PFT admits he’s begun rooting for draft position, not wins. “I want that last place schedule next year.” (17:06)
• Unique stadium features: Spanish grass/turf tech has the crew jealous, mocking “Metlife keeps taking all of our Achilles…” (13:06)
• Dan Quinn’s debut as Commanders interim DC: Defense played “harder,” but the offense is a mess.

Notable quote:
“This was a must-lose, and we must lost it.” – Memes (12:39)

AFC Battle: Bills 44, Bucs 32 (23:43–32:39)

• “Scoregami” game with a wild stat line from Josh Allen (3 passing, 3 rushing TDs—only the third player to ever do that, twice himself).
• Sean Tucker’s “pleased” post-game tweets become an inside joke.
• Concerns mounting over Bucs defense and special teams, “in a bit of a mini-spiral.”

Quote:
“If in 50 years someone says, ‘What was it like to watch Josh Allen play football?’—I might just turn on this game.” – Pardon My Take Host (23:43)

NFC West Tilt: Rams 21, Seahawks 19 (90:16–101:10)

• Both teams hailed as “Super Bowl-caliber defenses,” but Sam Darnold’s four INTs nearly dooms Seattle.
• Discussion centers on whether Sam Darnold can “win a Super Bowl”—Pauses and shrugs say "not convinced."
• Rams praised for composure (“bona fide, can win the Super Bowl”) and opportunistic play.

Quote:
“Matthew Stafford, who do you trust more? Matthew Stafford or Sam Darnold?” – Pardon My Take Host (94:38)

Broncos Upset Chiefs: Denver 22, KC 19 (124:00–133:46)

• Bo Nix outperforms Mahomes in a gritty dogfight; PMT admits, “Hand up, I was wrong about this game.”
• Broncos' defense described as “elite,” able to “win ugly” but win consistently.
• Chiefs’ playoff hopes called into question due to tiebreaker issues and upcoming schedule.
• Fun Hank/PMT sidebar on whether it’s time to panic about KC, or trust Mahomes/Reid regardless.

Notable exchange:

“The Broncos impressed the fuck out of me today.” – Pardon My Take Host (125:27)
“Why don’t we talk about the Broncos the same way we talk about the Eagles?” – Memes (126:12)

Bears 19, Vikings 17 - The Cardiac Kids (38:13–47:02)

• Bears pull another dramatic win late (“They just find ways to win…”), now 7–3.
• Caleb Williams praised for evading pressure; DeAndre Swift leads with “man football.”
• Constant discussion about whether Chicago is “actually a good team” or just lucky; eventually declared officially “good.”

Quote:
“7 and 3... At some point you’re just like, yeah, this team is good.” – Pardon My Take Host (45:32)

Panthers 30, Falcons 27 – Bryce Young’s Breakout (52:28–58:38)

• Bryce Young’s first true breakout game: 448 yds, 3 TDs, franchise record.
• Panthers are “fun and frisky.” Ted McMillan and Xavier Legette both ball out.
• Falcons collapse launches HC Raheem Morris firmly onto the hot seat; "hot seat" and frustration with the offense discussed in detail.

Quote:
“The catch radius on Ted is just unreal, insane.” – Memes (54:47)

Packers 27, Giants 20 (59:33–65:24)

• Jordan Love makes clutch third-down throws; Packers defense “very, very good.”
• Debate: do Packers fans actually like this team? (Consensus: not really. They’re frustrated.)
• Jamies Winston shines for NYG but a key INT dooms them.

Steelers 34, Bengals 12 (67:16–73:41)

• Steelers defense dominates, “can we be done with the Bengals?” PMT wants closure.
• Chippy moment: Jamar Chase appears to spit on Jalen Ramsey—calls for suspension, and PMT pitches “every team should have one Spitter.”

Other Notable Games/Topics

• Texans 16, Titans 13: “Texans played with their food,” Davis Mills gets crowned “Davis Chills.”
• Jaguars 35, Chargers 6: Jags “out-physical” the Chargers in a Harbaugh soul-crushing.
• 49ers 41, Cardinals 22: Brock Purdy “is back,” McCaffrey back to elite, Brissett sets completions record in defeat.

Eagles vs. Lions Sunday Night (142:07–163:09)

• Eagles keep winning ugly: “Big Game Max” in the studio defending Nick Sirianni’s decision making after a 8–2 start.
• Long discussion: are Eagles enjoyable to watch? (Consensus: Not really, “but wins are wins.”)
• AJ Brown/Jalen Hurts offense drama: Is there a chemistry problem? Diana Russini reports referenced ("AJ Brown hates Jalen Hurts…")
• Lions flagged for “weather games,” Goff struggles in wind.
• PMT proposes a “doubt meter” for current playoff teams—who actually believes in their squad?

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “This was a must-lose, and we must lost it.” – Memes on Commanders (12:39)
• “It was a great loss.” – PMT Host, on Commanders tanking (15:41)
• “Every kick goes in, it just makes it not fun.” – On missed field goals in Rams-Seahawks (101:32)
• “Big up Zirka.” – Multiple game recaps referenced Sidemen and UK YouTube culture
• “I want that Hank schedule next year. I want that, that last place schedule again.” – Memes (17:06)
• “7 and 3 is nothing to scoff at. As ugly as it can be at times, we’re capable of finding a way.” – Ben Johnson via Big Cat (45:04)
• “J.J. McCarthy is the new Tebow.” – Memes (43:47)
• “Doubt meter” for every playoff team (147:24)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Fastest Two Minutes: 03:00–12:00
• Dolphins vs. Commanders (Madrid): 12:17–16:39
• Bills-Bucs, Allen’s historic game: 23:43–32:39
• Broncos’ big win vs. Chiefs: 124:00–133:46
• Rams-Seahawks, NFC West dogfight: 90:16–101:10
• Bears-Vikings debate (good or lucky?): 38:13–47:02
• Eagles-Lions SNF reaction: 142:07–163:09

Original Tone & Language

The show maintains its signature blend of sports-nerd insight, internet meme culture, and locker-room laughs—bouncing from serious football takes to inside jokes and offbeat digressions (like taco-eating techniques and “balls in/balls out” urinal etiquette). Playful ribbing, running gags, and animated disagreement are everywhere (“Didn’t you used to pick two?” “Do you turn your head to eat a taco?”).

Notables, Easter Eggs & Running Bits

• Running “big schedule”/Drake May jokes about the Patriots, as the Pats’ path to the playoffs is scrutinized.
• Multiple callbacks to the famous “alliance” between Bears and Eagles.
• Tireless “Are they good?” segment on different teams (Bears, Steelers, Jaguars).

Who's Back of the Week (167:40–178:39)

• Rory McIlroy for winning “the race to Dubai.”
• Accountability in reporting: JMU sports blog faces site closure after ESPN College GameDay rumors misfire.
• UFC/YouTube/Call of Duty: Quick takes as sports content and gaming worlds collide.

Summary Takeaway

NFL Week 11 was a wild ride: the Broncos knocked off the perennial Chiefs, the Bears keep defying the odds, and the playoff race continues to baffle, delight, and frustrate fans and podcasters alike. The PMT crew, in their classic irreverent style, bring both the insight and the chaos—celebrating obscure stats, epic collapses, rising stars, and the beautiful pain of “winning ugly.” It’s more fun than watching your best play call fail on 4th and 1, and more honest about your team’s flaws than your Twitter feed.

Listen for:

• In-depth game-by-game breakdowns, especially for pivotal AFC/NFC battles
• Debate on the “trust hierarchy” of contenders
• The “doubt meter” concept and which fanbases still truly believe
• Classic running jokes, poetic chaos, and a true-to-form PMT football Monday