The Dan Patrick Show (Covino & Rich Hour)

Episode: C&R - Canelo Loss & Wild Rizzo Retirement

Date: September 16, 2025
Host: Covino & Rich on Fox Sports Radio

Overview

This energetic episode blends signature Covino & Rich banter with in-depth takes on a jam-packed sports weekend. The main themes center on NFL Week 2 observations, the fallout from Canelo Álvarez’s upset loss to Terence “Bud” Crawford, and a wild, heartwarming Anthony Rizzo “retirement” moment in MLB. The show balances sports insights with humor, pop culture references, and a few memorable debates on sports entertainment, viral moments, and athlete character.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. NFL Observations: The Week 2 Rundown

• Chiefs’ Surprising Struggles
  • Discussion on Travis Kelce’s goal-line bobble and interception (06:03)
    • Covino: “Mahomes hit him right in the numbers... Kelsey never got his head around.”
    • Rich: “It happens to the best... The best still have oopsie daisies.”
  • Speculation if the Chiefs’ magic is “off” and Rich’s preseason take that KC might miss the playoffs. (06:48)
    • Danny G: “Smarty pants usually take sports media five, six weeks to say the Chiefs aren’t even going to make the playoffs.” (07:19)
• Backup Quarterback Importance
  • Multiple injuries highlighted (Jets, Bears’ Fields, etc.), echoing Rich’s preseason prediction about backup QBs being a major theme of the year. (09:58)
• Monday Night Football Double-Header Thoughts
  • Rich and crew appreciate the new staggered game start times—no more annoying overlaps.
    • Unidentified Guest: “It’s a little easier...being on Pacific time... tougher to stay up if you’re on the east coast.” (11:28)
  • General agreement that east coast fans often “get hosed” by late starts, especially in boxing and college football. (12:21–13:33)
    • Covino: “If it started earlier on the west coast, we’re fine with that...You’re now, like, forgetting about 50% of the population by putting this fight or the game later.” (13:16)

2. Super Bowl Halftime Show Predictions & Music Banter

• Usher predicted Metallica for Super Bowl Halftime—cool, unlikely, probably “Taylor Swift” instead. (07:30–08:51)
• Debate on timing of the Halftime Show announcement and how recent events (9/11, current news) may delay it. (08:13–08:57)
• Dan Byer chimes in: NFL will likely pick a midweek announcement to own the news cycle. (09:12–09:53)

3. Baseball: Viral Moments and the Rizzo Phenomenon

Ken Rosenthal’s Viral “A-hole” Moment

• Breakdown of the viral postgame incident: Rosenthal knocks down the Brewers’ team photographer and gives a cold stare instead of helping or apologizing. (14:44–17:50)
  • Rich: “He doesn’t make any gesture of I’m sorry or let me help you up.”
  • Covino: “He did nothing but mean mug this dude.”
• Analysis of Rosenthal’s apology:
  • Covino: “That was a great apology...But is that just damage control because your eyes see otherwise?” (16:39–17:56)
  • Rich: “I’ve heard that he’s not the warmest fella...It’s the indication of who you really are.”
• Comparisons to pop culture villains and discussion about “real character” when cameras are off. (18:48–21:26)

Savannah Bananas Take Over Yankee Stadium

• Surprise at how the hyped exhibition team drew huge crowds in New York—usually thought of as “too cool” for gimmicks. (21:36–22:44)
  • Covino: “There’s a part of me that feels New Yorkers are maybe a little too cool for something like that... they embraced the Bananas.”
• Adds to the point that Bananas’ showmanship is a nationwide phenomenon.

Anthony Rizzo’s “Retirement,” Bleacher Antics, and Heartfelt Farewell

• Rizzo’s move to the bleachers at Wrigley post-retirement delighted Cubs fans and the MLB community.
  • Covino: “The moment he gets the chance, he’s in the bleachers with the Cubs fans, and the fans were so pumped about it.” (48:10)
• The “balls of fate” story: Rookie Moises Ballesteros’ first home run goes to Rizzo—who drops it. (48:35–49:37)
  • “Do you understand the layers of odds?” – Rich
• Rizzo receives a ball from Ian Happ with $100 attached—“here’s to never having to buy a beer in Chicago.” (49:38–50:00)
• Reflection on Rizzo’s character and MLB tradition: “Some of these guys are really cool... that’s why people love him. He’s that guy.” (49:38–50:00)
• Brief discussion of MLB’s gold card privilege for former and current players (50:00–50:19)

4. Canelo vs. Crawford: Fight Analysis and Cultural Impact

The Event

• Critique on the event’s “mini concert” entrances and long walkouts. (31:25–31:51)
• Noted spectacle: tool played, mariachis on both sides, celebrities everywhere (Mike Tyson, Michael J. Fox, Jason Statham, Mr. Beast).
  • Covino: “Look at all the people here. But how long the entrance was as a result. And, yeah, that threw me off.” (32:13)
• Viral image: organizers and celebrities ringside glued to monitors instead of live action—debate if being ringside is worth it anymore. (32:44–33:31)

Fight Breakdown & Legacy Talk

• Unanimous agreement: Crawford’s performance was a “master class in boxing,” outboxing a frustrated Canelo, who had “no answers.” (33:57–34:58)
  • “Crawford brought his best, as everyone said. It’s the sweet science... Hit and not get hit.” – Covino (33:57)
  • “Canelo looked flustered towards the later rounds... visibly aggravated.” – Rich (34:15)
• Was Crawford always underrated?
  • “Was he always the best and just got his chance? Was he always the GOAT?” – Covino (34:58)
• Crawford’s humility and sportsmanship praised.
  • Danny G: “How gracious was he after the fight in the ring and then the video afterwards where he returns the belts to Canelo...” (35:21)
• Is there anything left for Crawford to prove?
  • Discussion on whether he should retire now for legacy or cash in while on top. (36:00–36:18)
  • Quick musing: Crawford vs. Mayweather “fantasy” fight talk; both fighters called the GOAT of their own eras. (36:18–36:25)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Mahomes knows where Kelsey’s going to be, hits him right there... But some of the timing’s off. Will they be able to turn it around?” – Covino (06:27)
• “Was Crawford always the GOAT and guys like Canelo always got the glory?... If you go by he beat the GOAT, then he’s the undisputed dude.” – Covino (34:58)
• “Canelo looked flustered... Visibly aggravated, like, I can’t do what I’m trying to do.” – Rich (34:15)
• “Ken Rosenthal... knocks this guy over and just mean mugs him. Is that just damage control because your eyes see otherwise?” – Covino (15:19, 16:39)
• “I look at Ken Rosenthal now and know what I see when I look at him? Ernesto de la Cruz” – Rich, comparing Rosenthal to the villain from Coco (19:01)
• “The moment he gets the chance, he’s in the bleachers with the Cubs fans... just reminds you, some of these guys are really cool.” – Covino on Rizzo (48:10–50:00)
• “Savannah Bananas selling out Yankee Stadium... If you can win over New Yorkers that way, you’re onto something.” – Covino (21:36–22:44)
• Quote of the week: “The 90s are difficult, bro.” – Tampa Bay Bucs social clip, as discussed by Rich (30:17)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 06:03: Chiefs’ goal-line miscue, questions about their playoff chances
• 07:30: Halftime Show predictions, Usher’s “Metallica” pick
• 09:58: Value of backup QBs in NFL this season
• 11:01: Monday Night Football new schedule and national viewing challenges
• 14:44–18:48: Viral Ken Rosenthal incident and apology breakdown
• 21:36–22:44: Savannah Bananas’ impact in New York
• 31:02–36:25: Canelo vs Crawford fight, legacy, and event spectacle
• 48:10–50:00: Anthony Rizzo's bleacher moment and fan connection

Style, Tone, and Additional Highlights

• Classic C&R banter: irreverent, punchy, inside jokes scattered throughout (Nickelback lyrics, 90s nostalgia, Shakira lyrics at 05:17, “torta pounders” at 04:39).
• Pop culture intertwines with sports: References to “Dexter,” “Coco,” Mr. Beast, Mario Lopez, and more.
• Community feeling: Frequent listener shout-outs and debate on social moments in sports.
• Memorable running gags: “Props for the NFL,” “Carrot Top box of props,” Rich’s “Dicky Do Teaser” betting tips at the end.

Summary

This episode captures Covino & Rich at their best: dissecting headline sports moments with substance and silliness, moving fluidly from NFL and baseball to pop culture and viral moments. Listeners are treated to a blend of sharp observations (Crawford’s legacy, NFL’s changing landscape), memorable rants (East Coast late nights, athlete character), exclusive behind-the-scenes tidbits, and the kind of camaraderie that gives the show its loyal fanbase.

For anyone who missed it:

• You’ll get deep takes on why Crawford’s win over Canelo really matters, why Rizzo is MLB’s most beloved “man of the people,” and why sometimes what happens off-camera says more than the carefully crafted apology.
• The episode is a rollercoaster of sports, humor, and real talk about what makes these moments matter both on and off the field.