Pardon My Take — Episode Summary

Podcast: Pardon My Take
Hosts: Big Cat, PFT Commenter, Hank, Max, Memes, Zach
Original Air Date: December 5, 2025
Episode Title: Stanford Steve Talking Ball, NFL Week 14 Picks & Preview, Lions End The Cowboys, Lebron's Streak Ends, Fyre Fest And More

Overview

This episode is a classic PMT full of NFL and college football talk, pop culture, and the usual banter. The hosts are joined by “Dude of the Year” Stanford Steve to break down pivotal NFL games (billed as “The Slate of the Year”), analyze the ramifications of Thursday Night Football between the Lions and Cowboys, and discuss the end of LeBron James’ historic scoring streak. There’s also plenty of trademark PMT humor—stat debates, injury detours, discussions about health (and ice cream machines), and recurring bits like Fyre Fest and Jerry O’Connell’s fantasy minute.

Main Discussion Points & Key Segments

1. Lions Defeat Cowboys on Thursday Night Football (03:09–11:00)

• Game Analysis:
  • Lions’ offense looked "super efficient", scoring 4 touchdowns on 5 red zone trips.
  • Jameer Gibbs (RB) and Amon-Ra St. Brown (WR) both heavily praised for their roles.
  • Dallas’s defense called “frustrating,” with key mistakes (2 INTs, Jake Ferguson fumble).
• Stat Nuggets:
  • Jameer Gibbs tied Barry Sanders for most pre-24 touchdowns as a Lion.
  • Brandon Aubrey's field goals: Hosts joke about him kicking for “300 yards,” a recurring stat joke.
• Quotes:
  • "Dallas's defense was frustrating, but I feel like Detroit kind of got their mojo back a little bit." – Big Cat (04:35)
  • "Jameer Gibbs is awesome. He's the best in the passing game tonight." – PFT Commenter (03:34)
  • On Dak Prescott’s interceptions:
    "I don't get the same joy that I used to get off Dak interceptions. That might be a problem with me." – PFT (05:28)

2. LeBron James' 10+ Points-Per-Game Streak Ends (11:53–13:57)

• Historic Streak:
  • LeBron's streak of 1,287 games with double-digit points snapped.
  • Began January 6, 2007—"that makes you feel old" segment.
  • LeBron made a "selfless play" (game-winning assist) as the streak ended.
• Quotes:
  • "LeBron also now owns the longest eight point streak of all time—at 1." – PFT (13:02)
  • "He actually made a very selfless play. I have to say something nice about LeBron." – Big Cat (13:06)
• Fun Facts:
  • Since the last time under 10 points: Nick Saban left Miami Dolphins, Bronny was 2, Cooper Flagg was 15 days old, George W. Bush was president (14:04).

3. NBA Updates: Chris Paul & Giannis (15:48–20:45)

• Chris Paul booted from the Clippers, reportedly due to “locker room style” issues; Clippers played their best game after his exit.
  • "Nobody gets kicked off their own farewell tour." – PFT (16:10)
• Giannis (Bucks) reportedly wants a trade, then suffers a calf injury. The crew debates if the injury is legit (consensus: yes).
  • "The funniest thing is this happened because they lost to the Wizards. Giannis is like: get me the f** out of here."* – PFT (21:24)

4. Hosts’ Ongoing Quest for Health (21:56–24:53)

• Jokingly propose incorporating daily stretching or yoga.
• Widespread realization: "We're not going to go out like this!"
• Zach tapped to potentially teach pre-show stretching.

5. NFL Week 14 Preview: The 'Slate of the Year' (28:32–54:51)

Key Matchups & Storylines

Steelers at Ravens (44:25–49:58)

• Ravens favored by 6; both teams' playoff odds swing heavily on result.
• Tomlin “under more heat than ever,” but historically performs well as underdog.
• "Dog bowl... Mike Tomlin vs. Harbaugh: underdog is 24-7-3." – Hank (45:09)
• Concerns about both teams: “something’s up” with Lamar Jackson, Steelers unimaginative.

Bengals at Bills (31:47–37:39)

• Joe Burrow is “8-0 as starter in the last calendar year.”
• PMT's recurring ‘calendar year’ stat joke appears here.
• “Don’t let the Bengals into the playoffs” bit—now re-examined as Bengals get hot.

Colts at Jaguars (38:27–44:25)

• Colts haven’t won in JAX since 2014; JAX throwbacks debut.
• Daniel Jones still playing through “badly broken leg,” examined in detail.
• "Jaguars have always given the Colts some problems." – PFT

Bears at Packers (78:10–85:30)

• High-stakes rivalry: “First time both teams have been good at once in 15 years.”
• PMT’s Big Cat: “I think the Bears can win this game. So I’m not scared.” (80:32)
• “Jordan Love could look awesome ... but we have gotten healthier on defense.” – Big Cat

Other Notable Games:

• Dolphins at Jets (“Capri Bowl”): Hosts cautiously optimistic for the scrappy Jets.
• Saints at Buccaneers: PMT is “off” this game; speculation about Saints owner as NFL “bad owner.”
• Broncos at Raiders: “Broncos play every game close but Raiders an abomination.”

6. Stat Wars, Quarterbacks, & Blind Resume Bits (60:05–66:14)

• Ongoing heated debates over "300-yard games," QBs' stats, and whether Jaden Daniels or Marcus Mariota has played better.
• PFT’s “stat-off” with Hank—e.g., “300 yards” as stat measuring stick.
• Notable exchange:
  • "If you watch Commanders football and you think Marcus Mariota is a better quarterback than Jaden Daniels, you should have your head examined." – PFT

7. Stanford Steve Interview (1:45:26–2:35:20)

[Full Interview from 105:26–155:20]

• Declared “Number One Dude” on PMT.
• Mount Rushmore of venues for drinking: Wrigleyville, LSU, Camp Randall, Lubbock, Scottsdale.
• Talks college football playoff committee, Miami–Notre Dame debate, and playoff predictions.
• NFL Gambling Tips:
  • "I like Jacksonville. I think the Colts are up against it Sunday."
• Discusses Steelers-Tomlin future, rapid-fire coaching carousel scenarios.
• Bears optimism: “The fanbase has suffered—it's awesome. It's absolutely awesome. I love the story.”
• Predicts NFC is wide-open, no “team to fear.”
• On Eagles: “I'll take over one playoff win.” – He still believes in Philly.
• Segment ends with nose-hair waxing tangent, demonstrating classic Pardon My Take randomness.

8. PMT Picks, Fyre Fest, Fantasy Minute, and More (1:56:39–end)

• Picks & Standings (102:02–104:12):

  • PMT crew picks their favorite lines for Week 14; head-to-heads in Steelers/Ravens and Titans/Browns.

• Fyre Fest (156:16–174:35):

  • Hank’s Fyre Fest: Still reading Don Quixote, “spoiled” by Jerry O’Connell; cold weather and weather-mapping paranoia.
  • Zach’s Fyre Fest: Bombs out in an adult spelling bee, now on “becoming a better speller” journey.
  • PMT’s existential crisis: Realizing how little about the solar system they remember (Planet/Pluto kids’ questions).

• Jerry O’Connell’s Fantasy Minute:

  • Continues the wacky tradition, recorded at the Black Rose (Boston), including advice for Hank to call 1-800-throw-300 yards.

• Life at Barstool Updates:

  • Chat about new gym routines, attempts to be “health guys,” and “Super Bowl Sunday every Sunday” food culture.
  • Extended debate about expanding the office ice cream machine lineup (“We need a bigger one!”), with plans for yogurt/frozen yogurt options to “get in shape.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• Big Cat (On Bears-Packers:
  "I think the Bears can win this game. So I'm not scared." (80:32)
• PFT (On Tomlin’s Steelers):
  "They're boring. They're not good and they're boring, but they're playing for first place." (131:58)
• Stanford Steve (on sports venues):
  "There's not a better venue to have intake of beers than Wrigleyville, you know, summertime, Friday afternoon, first pitch." (107:05)
• PFT (Stat-off):
  "If you watch Commanders football and you think Marcus Mariota is a better quarterback than Jaden Daniels, you should have your head examined." (63:26)
• Max (Eagles fan crisis):
  "Right now, they have to win me back. I'm opening up that they could win me back, but right now I ... they have to prove it." (168:24)
• PFT (on World Cup draw):
  "This is going to be the most rigged draw ever for the United States." (161:07)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Lions vs. Cowboys Recap: 03:09–11:00
• LeBron's Streak Ends: 11:53–13:57
• NBA Updates (Chris Paul/Giannis): 15:48–20:45
• Hosts Health/Stretching: 21:56–24:53
• NFL Week 14 Preview: 28:32–54:51
• Bears-Packers Deep Dive: 78:10–85:30
• Niners, Seahawks, Jets, more games: 50:02–73:59
• Stat-Off / Blind Resumes: 60:05–66:14
• Stanford Steve Interview: 105:26–155:20
• Picks & Standings: 102:02–104:12
• Fantasy Minute (Jerry O’Connell): 99:57–101:12
• Fyre Fest: 156:16–174:35
• End Show Banter / Ice Cream Machine Debate: 176:55–end

Tone and Style

True to PMT style: irreverent, wisecracking, packed with both legitimate sports analysis and running gags. The hosts blend in-depth breakdowns with stat banter, inside jokes (“Super Bowl Sunday every Sunday”), and sometimes extended tangents on food, health, and office life. Genuine camaraderie and competitive debate cast a wide appeal for sports diehards and casual fans alike.

Summary Takeaway

A loaded episode for PMT fans: serious football talk, juicy debates on coaching futures and playoff scenarios, joyful trash talk, bizarre stat nerdery, and all the goofy, warm office culture that keeps listeners coming back. The Bears have Big Cat feeling hopeful, Stanford Steve is officially “Dude of the Year,” and the entire gang is apparently one ice cream machine away from a health revolution—and a Super Bowl run.