The Dan Patrick Show (C&R) – "Big NFL TV, Brainwave, Hobnobbing"

Date: October 11, 2025
Hosts: Covino & Rich (C&R), Dan Beyer, Sammy, Dan Patrick Podcast Network

Episode Overview

This episode buzzes with NFL anticipation, recaps a thrilling Thursday night game, dives into fantasy football, and debates the week’s most watchable matchups (“Rich’s Big TV Game of the Week”). There’s playful banter about team jerseys, NFL tattoos, and expansion in alternative sports like Banana Ball, plus a live round of the listener participation game "Brainwave." The crew closes it out with Weekend Hobnobbin’ — top picks for sports and TV viewing. The tone, as always, is irreverently fun and sports-centric.

Key Discussion Segments

1. NFL Recap & “Prisoners of the Moment” (03:02–07:53)

• Thursday Night Football:
  Discussion starts with high praise for an electric Thursday night NFL game, particularly the energy and broadcast ("Props to Fitzpatrick, making it more dynamic" – Covino, 03:16). The crew admits they sometimes overreact to recency:

  "Can you think of the last time we were prisoners of the moment and really that’s what it was?"
  — Rich (04:31)

• Baker Mayfield’s Resurgence:
  The conversation moves to Baker Mayfield's early MVP buzz:

  “That’s what makes it great. His smack talking. He’s getting in people’s faces — fans too, which is fun.”
  — Covino (05:57–06:04)

• New York’s Long Drought:
  Referencing Dan Patrick, the guys debate whether New York is a "most overrated sports town," given long title droughts for teams like the Yankees and Giants (Eli Manning's last Super Bowl, Yankees last title in 2009).

2. Breaking Sports News: Injuries & Expansion (05:14–08:35)

• Major Injuries Update:
  Dan Beyer drops news on key absences (Evans, Godwin out for Bucs).
  The crew talks about how injuries will shape Sunday.

• Banana Ball Expansion:
  Detour to the explosive popularity of the Savannah Bananas. New teams ("Indianapolis Clowns", "Loco Beach Coconuts") add flavor to the sports landscape:

  "They’re going to be selling out every big league stadium next year. So congrats to everyone with the Savannah Bananas."
  — Rich (07:53–08:18)

3. Rich’s Big TV NFL Game of the Week (08:40–14:11)

• Segment Purpose:
  Rich picks the standout games for Sunday, considers fantasy implications, and breaks down TV strategy — which matchups get your big screen?

• Game-by-game Analysis:

  • Early games: Calls Broncos-Jets “the early game overseas,” not worth a 6:30am West Coast alarm (09:54); keeps an eye on Patriots-Saints; downplays Rams-Ravens and others as not worthy of the “big TV.”
  • Focus game:

    “Seahawks at Jags — that’s a game, and it’s a really big test for both teams.”
    — Rich (11:47)

  • Later games:
    “49ers-Bucs at Tampa Bay... both 4-1, both trying to make a statement. The Bucs are field goal favorites.”
    — Rich (13:31–13:47)
  • Game of the Week:

    "Lions at Chiefs — How intrigued are you? Oh my."
    — Rich (13:59)
    "Those three games, those are your must-watches right there."
    — Covino (14:01)

  • Monday night doubleheader gets a nod for strong line-up.

• Notable Pick:

  “The Bills are my favorite pick of the week... I just feel like Josh Allen, that team might just go off in Atlanta.”
  — Rich (14:27)

4. Jersey & Uniform Obsessions (16:27–18:06)

• Jersey Talk:
  Covino and Rich bond over alternate jerseys, pointing out that the 49ers haven’t worn their red home jerseys yet (“only three of the 17 games” — Rich, 17:46).

  “To me, that’s like the best combo.” — Rich, with Dan Beyer in agreement (18:02)

• Uniform Gimmicks:
  Discussion morphs into how teams are playing with tradition and color schedules, with a quick jab at Rich’s own wardrobe repetition for comic relief.

5. Listener Game: "Brainwave" (26:27–33:29)

• Game Explanation:
  Lighthearted multiple-choice game where a caller tries to match the in-studio crew’s answers on pop culture and sports.

• Memorable Rounds:

  • Which fan base is most likely to get a tattoo of their team?
    Consensus: Raiders.

    "I said the Raiders." — Covino, Rich, and Dan Beyer all agree (29:00)

  • Which female celebrity would cause the most pandemonium if spotted?
    Consensus: Kim Kardashian.

    "Kim Kardashian... the world goes crazy." — Covino (31:03–31:09)

  • Bonus: Prettiest deep ball in NFL history?
    Consensus: Dan Marino.

6. Pro of the Week (44:22–44:53)

• Express Pros Pro of the Week:
  Cam Scadaboo earns the honor for his explosive performance, contagious energy, and postgame celebration ("tearing his shirt off with Fitzpatrick at the end... chanting his name. He’s a likable guy.").
  — Covino (44:30–44:53)

7. Baseball Playoff Updates & Angels in Relevance (45:13–48:21)

• MLB Playoff Picture:
  Danny G. talks Dodgers' hopes and the Cubs/Brewers matchup.

  “You’re hoping this goes like 16 innings and bullpens are used…” — Rich (45:13)

• Clayton Kershaw Debate:
  They speculate on whether Kershaw will have a postseason role, considering his recent struggles (“if he’s not one of your best 13 pitchers…” — Rich, 45:46).

• Shoutout to Angel Reese:
  Rich gives major props to Angel Reese for dominating both on the court and in pop culture (“Victoria’s Secret angel… sneakers… Vogue cover.”)

  “Angel Reese is dominating Caitlin Clark in the world of pop culture and relevance.” — Rich (47:32)

8. Weekend Hobnobbin’: What to Watch (48:21–52:44)

• Top Sports Viewing:

  • Baseball: Tigers vs. Mariners, Cubs vs. Brewers; "all watching..." — Rich (52:46)
  • College Football: Ohio State vs. Illinois, Alabama vs. Missouri, Oklahoma vs. Texas (“Red River Rivalry”), Oregon vs. Indiana.

• TV & Streaming Picks:

  • “UFC Fight Night — Oliveira vs. Gamrot” — Covino
  • “Monster: The Ed Gein Story" (Netflix) — Covino
  • "Ozzy Osbourne: No Escape from Now" (Paramount+) — Covino
  • “Is it Cake? Halloween Edition” (Netflix) — Rich
  • “True Haunting” (Netflix) — Rich
  • "Love is Blind" Season 9 — Rich ("top tier trash television" — Sammy, 50:56)
  • “Only Murders in the Building” (Hulu) — Rich

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "We rip each other's shirts off and we chest bump. It's true."
  — Covino, on their quirky post-broadcast ritual (03:25)

• "I was impressed by their offense, and then they went right into the tank."
  — Rich, on being a “prisoner of the moment” with NFL teams (04:52)

• "No more fun than the two hours we get to spend together."
  — Rich (02:48)

• "They're [Savannah Bananas] phenomenal out there."
  — Covino, on Banana Ball’s momentum (08:19)

• “Let me give those props to a WNBA star… Angel Reese, you gotta give credit where credit’s due… she’s a baller, she’s controversial… she’s doing everything right.”
  — Rich (46:41–47:04)

• "Those three games, those are your must watches right there."
  — Covino, naming the Sunday NFL standouts (14:01)

Important Timestamps

• 03:02 — Recap of Thursday Night Football & NFL broadcast energy
• 05:14 — Key NFL injuries update (Evans, Godwin out for Bucs)
• 07:53 — Banana Ball expansion news
• 08:40 — Start of Rich’s Big TV Game of the Week
• 13:59 — Spotlight on Lions vs. Chiefs Sunday Night Football
• 16:27 — Rich and Dan Beyer on jersey/uniform quirks
• 26:27 — "Brainwave" listener game begins
• 44:22 — Express Pros Pro of the Week: Cam Scadaboo
• 45:13–46:15 — MLB playoff predictions and Kershaw debate
• 47:32 — Angel Reese’s cultural relevance
• 48:21 — Weekend Hobnobbin’ (top picks for sports & TV viewing)
• 50:18–52:44 — Rundown of must-watch TV, streaming, college football
• 52:46 — Final baseball bets and friendly banter

Overall Tone & Style

The episode is classic C&R: witty, fast-paced, and injected with inside jokes about sports cliches, pop culture, and their own quirks. They balance sharp sports analysis (especially regarding NFL matchups, injury news, and betting) with podcasts-within-the-podcast games and lively banter — making it as entertaining as it is informative for sports fans and casual listeners alike.