The Dan Patrick Show: C&R - Football Snags & Karen Ball-Snatcher
Date: September 9, 2025
Hosts: Covino & Rich (C&R), Dan Beyer, Danny G
Network: iHeartPodcasts / Dan Patrick Podcast Network / Fox Sports Radio
Main Theme
This episode captures the exhilarating vibe of the NFL's opening weekend, mixing spirited recaps of football and baseball with pop culture jabs and a viral, headline-grabbing fan story (“Karen Ball-Snatcher”). Covino, Rich, Dan Beyer, and producer Danny G blend analysis and comic banter as they dissect games, surprising moments, team worries, and humanity’s fascination with viral internet drama.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
NFL Week 1: Reactions, Surprises, and Speculation
AFC West Shakeup & Chiefs' Outlook
- The guys react to the Chiefs’ Week 1 loss, questioning whether slow starts spell the end of their dynasty or just typical early stumbles.
- Covino debates his preseason hot take: “Chiefs miss the postseason. Looks possible right now.” (04:40)
- Justin Herbert’s Chargers performance is discussed, wryly attributing it to his “hot new girlfriend, Madison Beer”.
- “He must be inspired, bro, they’re out on the town looking hot.” – Covino (04:30)
Broncos vs. Titans: Strange Coaching Choices
- Sean Payton’s perplexing play-calling, including aggressive 4th down attempts, drew scrutiny:
- “Playing with their food is what they were doing.” – Dan Beyer (06:42)
- Uncertainty remains: are the Titans a legit threat, or did the Broncos just underperform?
Rams-Texans & Cardinals-Saints: Fringe Matchups
- Rams/Texans described as “peripheral… watching on red zone… not caring much.” (07:12)
- Covino brings up “big turnover at the end” as sole highlight (07:33)
- Cardinals narrowly beat Saints; key moment was Buddha Baker punching the ball out as time expired:
- “That would’ve been a cool moment for the Saints… a game where I learned nothing.” – Covino (08:26)
Roster Movement & “Weird Uniform” Award
- Fans react to seeing familiar star players in new places (e.g., Cooper Kupp with the Seahawks, Joey Bosa in Buffalo).
- “He looks strange in that uniform.” – Dan Beyer (09:07)
Jets-Patriots & Aaron Rodgers Discourse
- Greg from Vegas calls in to praise Aaron Rodgers’ rebound after critics wrote him off:
- “Everybody throw dirt on Aaron Rodgers and then him come out looking pretty vintage.” – Greg (12:29)
- “Aaron Rodgers: I don’t think he’s done. I think he’s still got something left.” – Rich (12:57)
49ers-Seahawks: Mixed Feelings Despite the Win
- Close win leaves both fanbases unsatisfied:
- “The warts that 49ers fans… and Seahawks fans were used to, both were present. Neither team comes away feeling good.” – Dan Beyer (14:09)
- Worries mount over George Kittle’s hamstring injury:
- “I worry that that hamstring is like a four-week thing.” – Covino (14:44)
Non-Football Moments
Baseball: Dodger’s No-Hitter Collapse & “Karen Ball-Snatcher”
- Focus on Friday’s nearly-forgotten nail-biter: Yamamoto loses a no-hitter and the game with two outs in the 9th.
- “That made me go… how do you have a no-hitter going into the last inning?” – Rich (10:26)
- Manager Dave Roberts’ decision is heavily questioned:
- “You don’t give Yamamoto one more batter to just try to finish off the game?” – Covino (11:01)
- “Roberts is the worst manager to have in a situation like that.” – Dan Beyer (11:13)
Wild Card Races & Team Despair
- Panic over late-season National League races; the Dodgers’ and Giants’ skids threaten the Mets.
- “Dodgers have a losing record since the All Star break…” – Dan Beyer (21:12)
- “Rich’s Mets are sliding big time. The NL is just up for grabs.” – Covino (21:31)
Viral Moment: “Karen Ball-Snatcher”
The Story
- A Phillies fan grabs a foul ball, only for a woman (dubbed “Karen Ball-Snatcher”) to snatch it away—sparking meme mayhem.
Analysis & Societal Reflection
- “The memes are out of control. I just posted one: ‘The Berenstain Bears Meet a Karen.’” – Covino (49:27)
- C&R discuss the difference between internet “just desserts” and mob overreach when people hunt down real-life ‘Karens’:
- “When you try to ruin her life… you’re worse than a Karen.” – Rich (50:14)
- “What if this woman, like, killed herself? We gotta take it east a little bit.” – Covino (50:57)
- Compassion wins: embarrassment is enough, internet should let it go.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “Playing with their food is what they were doing.”
– Dan Beyer on the Broncos’ late-game strategy (06:42) - “Props to Holiday. But then you lose the game—that’s the worst part.”
– Rich on the Dodgers’ no-hitter heartbreak (10:57) - “I don’t want to come across as a pain in the ass…I want to be very clear. I’m an adult.”
– Stefon Diggs on repairing media relations (16:34) - “Karen Ball snatcher… tell Andy Reid to, you know, get her number. She’s got good hands.”
– Rich, mixing viral ball-snagging with football humor (32:39) - “Do Karens choose the haircut or does the haircut choose the Karen?”
– Rich, pondering viral culture (49:48) - “When websleuths try to find out who she is and get her fired… You’re worse than a Karen.”
– Rich (50:12)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- NFL AFC West analysis: 04:37–05:51
- Broncos/Titans & coaching quirks: 05:26–06:42
- Fringe game shoutouts (Rams, Cards, Saints): 07:12–08:26
- Unfamiliar faces in new places: 08:54–09:38
- Aaron Rodgers/Jets reflection: 12:29–13:31
- 49ers/Seahawks woes & injuries: 14:09–14:56
- Dodgers no-hitter heartbreak: 10:11–11:13
- MLB wild card breakdown: 20:42–22:36
- ‘Karen Ball-Snatcher’ viral moment & reflection: 39:32–44:00; 48:35–50:50
Show Game Segment: “Showtime Mahomes Trivia” (32:23–36:12)
A playful, recurring quiz—packed with Patrick Mahomes impersonations and jokes about NFL history.
- Contestant Christie wins a C&R Nerf football after correctly answering:
- “What former Packers O-lineman later took the Bengals to the Super Bowl?”
- Answer: Forrest Gregg
Final Thoughts & Tone
The hosts maintain a playful, quick-witted energy—firing darts at each other, roasting viral trends, but always swinging back to the games we love. Irreverence for sports “hot takes” is balanced with real fandom (49ers, Dodgers, Mets pain), and their nuanced take on the Karen Ball-Snatcher internet phenomenon is a highlight—reminding listeners not to lose their humanity to meme culture.
For New Listeners
This episode is a medley of NFL and MLB analysis, relatable fandom, internet culture critique, and comedy. C&R’s banter keeps things brisk but always circles back to sincere sports talk and empathy for both players and fans—in the stadiums and online.