The Dan Patrick Show

Ep #113: Battle of the OLD Guys & Halloween Trends

Date: October 16, 2025
Hosts: Steve Covino & Rich Davis (The Covino & Rich Show)
Note: Dan Patrick does not appear in this episode.

Episode Overview

This episode is a high-energy, humorous look at two main topics:

1. Celebrating aging athletes in sports—namely, Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco—competing as “old guys” in the NFL ("Battle of the Old Guys").
2. Examining 2025’s hottest Halloween costume trends and traditions.

Covino & Rich also riff on the challenges of being in your 40s, share their weekly “They Might Be Ass” sports segment, and close with picks and betting tips for the week’s NFL games.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Battle of the Old Guys: Rodgers vs. Flacco

• Theme: Rare occasion where two starting NFL quarterbacks over age 40—Aaron Rodgers (41) and Joe Flacco (40)—face off on Thursday Night Football (Steelers vs. Bengals).
• Sports Longevity: Both hosts muse about the uncommon durability of Rodgers and Flacco, poking fun at their own skepticism.
  • Quote:

    “Over 40, you got Aaron Rodgers, Joey Flacco, two guys who won Super Bowls, two guys who've seen better days, but two guys who clearly still have game. So props to them.” – Rich Davis (04:24)

• NFL Standings Context: Steelers could go 5-1, distancing themselves in their division; Bengals (2-4) are in second place despite a losing record.
  • Quote:

    “Unless some crazy shit happens after tonight… the Steelers would be four games up in their division this early in the season.” – Steve Covino (05:44)

• Changing Perceptions: Explores shifting opinions about Rodgers:
  • “Everyone's like, look at this ayahuasca weirdo. ... Now the guy is sitting pretty atop of the AFC north.” – Steve Covino (04:39)

2. Turning 40: Woes, Realizations & Humor

• The duo has a lighthearted debate on the “Worst Things About Hitting Your 40s”—excluding death & major health issues.
  • Appearance & Aging:
    • Gray hair and beard struggles (“Just for Men or roll with the grays?”), unsure what jeans to buy, and evolving sense of style.
    • Quote:

      “Not knowing what to do with the grays. ... There's no shame in dyeing it. In fact, I'm the guy in the box just for vatos, man.” – Rich Davis (07:29)

  • Gym Life & Injury Risk:
    • With age, workouts get more conservative due to injury fear.
    • Quote:

      "I stopped doing mostly free weights and I'm doing more machines because I have too many friends that hit 40. And all of a sudden it's like, dude, I tore my pec..." – Steve Covino (09:12)

  • Seeing Friends Age:
    • Social media reveals classmates, old crushes looking “old”; realization that “if you don't know what we're talking about, you’re that guy.”
  • Sports Heroes Getting Old:
    • Idols like Don Mattingly seen as “coaches, not players”; now rooting for athletes young enough to be their own kids.
    • Quote:

      “You start to realize… you’re older than most of the people in the league. … When I'm rooting for Brock Purdy, I'm like, he could be my kid if I got my college girlfriend pregnant.” – Steve Covino (11:41, 11:57)

  • Props for Older Athletes:
    • LeBron’s “middle-aged guy ailment” (sciatica) cited as proof of his long tenure.
      • “He has like a middle aged guy ailment. Like, ah, my sciatica's acting up.” – Steve Covino (12:35)
    • Flacco’s milestone: sticking around so his kids can appreciate his career.

3. Weekly Segment: “They Might Be Ass”

• Concept: Nominate teams or public figures that have “fallen off,” are underperforming, or “might be ass.”
• This Week’s Pick:
  • Buffalo Bills: Despite a 4-2 record, hosts express disappointment after losing two straight (“they've lost two in a row… back to back, Patriots, Falcons really dominated them.” – Rich Davis, 18:25).
  • Fun with Fantasy Football:
    • Josh Allen’s fantasy stats drop ("Is he washed? Is he done? ... we're saying the team might be ass right now." – Rich Davis, 18:05)
  • Pop Culture Additions:
    • Jokingly mention contestants from "Love is Blind" (e.g., “That guy Joe… he might be ass, bro.” – Rich Davis, 18:47).
• Catchphrases & Banter:
  • “It’s a list you don't want to be on. ... who might be ass?” – Steve Covino (17:27)

4. Halloween Costume Trends 2025

• Early Spooky Season:
  • Decorations pop up “earlier and earlier.”
  • 40-ft skeletons are this year’s “it” decoration (19:37).
• Pro Tips for Costume Shopping:
  • Go early; last-minute results in “generic baseball guy or pirate in a bag. ... If you're going to be a baseball player, like splurge and buy an actual jersey.” – Rich Davis (20:26)
• Top Trending Costumes:
  • K-Pop Demon Hunters: Huge with kids; movie launching soon.

    “If you're trying to be festive and stay involved, that's the number one thing. If you don't know what it is, you must not know any kids.” – Steve Covino (21:57)

  • Wicked (Wizard of Oz): Big due to film and Sphere Vegas tie-ins.
  • Celebrity Couples:
    • Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce; Madison Beer & Herbert; Hailee Steinfeld & Josh Allen.
  • Netflix & Viral Phenomena:
    • Lots of “Wednesday” (Addams) costumes.
    • "Phillies Karen" and the rising "Brewers Karen" as trending meme costumes.

      “Coming up the ranks… look out for Brewers Karen. Brewers Karen's on the rise." – Rich Davis (23:15)

  • Adult Costume Wisdom:
    • “If someone has to ask what you are, it's a shitty costume.” – Steve Covino (24:19)
• Costume Competition Advice:
  • If you’re going to be a trendy character, “be the best version of those.” (23:36)

Halloween Segment Timestamps:

• Start: [19:10]
• Costume shopping warning: [20:47]
• Trend highlights: [21:26] – [23:36]

5. NFL Betting Picks (“Bets to Make You Cash Money”)

• Six-Point Teaser:
  • Patriots (at Tennessee) and Packers (at Arizona) — both predicted to win.

    “Patriots just needing to beat Tennessee… Packers coming off a bye week, are going to be hungry…” – Steve Covino (25:03)

• Parlay:
  • Chargers over Indianapolis; Carolina over Jets.
• Straight Bet:
  • 49ers favored over Falcons, despite recent injuries.

    “This is the toy with my emotions straight bet because I think the Niners will win and give me some false hope that all is okay in the Bay Area.” – Steve Covino (28:11)

• Rich’s Response:
  • “You got me fired up for the Chargers, Colts now, because I feel like that's a statement game.” – Rich Davis (27:32)

Betting Segment Timestamps:

• Start: [24:34]
• Six-Point Teaser: [25:03]
• Parlay: [26:43]
• Niners straight bet: [28:11]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Old dudes, all the rage.” – Rich Davis (04:22)
• “If you don't know what we're talking about, then you're that guy.” – Rich Davis (10:41)
• “Who are you for Halloween? I'm baseball guy.” – Steve Covino (20:56)
• “So many Karens, so little time.” – Steve Covino (24:05)
• “If someone has to ask what you are, it's a shitty costume. … it should be very easily identifiable.” – Steve Covino (24:19)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Battle of the Old Guys (Rodgers vs. Flacco): 04:18 – 06:31
• Struggles/Realizations in Your 40s: 06:31 – 13:17
• They Might Be Ass: 17:19 – 19:10
• Halloween Costume Trends: 19:10 – 24:34
• NFL Bets: 24:34 – 29:02

Summary & Tone

This episode is fast-paced, playful, and packed with relatable humor about aging, sports, and Halloween. Covino & Rich embrace self-deprecation and pop culture quips (“just for vatos,” “Bob Vila jeans,” “Phillies Karen on the rise”)—making the sports chatter accessible without insider lingo. Their costume advice blends practical tips with topical trends, and their “They Might Be Ass” segment spotlights both football teams and reality show stars in comic fashion.

Useful if you missed it:

• Get the current NFL landscape with the Steelers/Bengals “old guy” storyline.
• Steer clear of last-minute Halloween costume fails—learn what’s trending before heading to Spirit Halloween!
• Tune up your betting strategies for Week 7.