The Dan Patrick Show: C&R - NFL Week 11...Make You Go Hmm
Date: November 18, 2025
Podcast Host/Network: iHeartPodcasts / Dan Patrick Podcast Network (Covino & Rich filling in)
Episode Overview
This episode, guest-hosted by Covino & Rich (“C&R”) on The Dan Patrick Show, takes a lively dive into NFL Week 11 with sharp analysis, fan observations, playful banter, and some spicy debates. The hosts cover major storylines—from the shocking first-place Bears and underwhelming UFC fights, to Shador Sanders’ much-discussed NFL debut. They also highlight the unpredictability defining both NFL conferences and field listener input on breakout teams, failing franchises, and controversial player narratives.
Tone: Energetic, humorous, opinionated, and conversational.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Live from Arizona: Week 11 Experiences
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C&R kicked off the discussion fresh from attending the Niners-Cardinals game in Arizona.
- Fan Presence: “I was shocked at that stadium – 70, what, 80% Niners fans, dude.” (Rich, 05:00)
- State Farm Stadium had a great atmosphere, roof open, with “visiting fans that come in all the time, but 49ers fans were there, and they were strong.” (Covino, 05:10)
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Game Takeaways:
- Brock Purdy “looking good,” 49ers offense (“explosive when healthy”) clicking, and Cardinals labeled “trash.”
- Notable: “I was shocked, though, how many yards Brissett passed for…couldn’t really get it together. A lot of garbage yards. But yeah, Niners look good.” (Rich, 05:35)
2. The Bears Lead the NFC North?!
- Biggest NFL Surprise: “Can you believe…the Bears are in first place?” (Rich, 06:06)
- Bears are now “ahead of the Packers and the Lions in their division,” far exceeding preseason expectations for rookie QB Caleb Williams.
- Citing Colin Cowherd: “Stars…they move the ball forward. It’s always, like, second down, four yards…They do the simple things.” (Covino, 06:34)
- Not Patriot-level, but their “secret sauce” is steady, positive yardage and discipline.
3. Dissecting Boring UFC Fights & Combat Sports Letdowns
- UFC 322 Reaction:
- “When you’re amongst…a big crowd, you’re hoping for atmosphere. Just so happens these are like some boring fights over the weekend.” (Covino, 08:23)
- “No casual fan…wants to see grappling and rolling around. They just don’t.” (Covino, 09:01)
- “The only fun part? Bruce Buffer. That’s just…” (Rich, 09:21)
- Shevchenko beat Zhang, Della Maddalena lost, but no major excitement.
- Side note: Praise (and intimidation!) for “no mustache bearded look” of some fighters: “That look is so weak but totally terrifying and intimidating…the ‘I’m going to beat you’ look.” (Rich & Covino, 09:37, 09:54)
4. Shador Sanders’ NFL Debut—Narrative and Criticism
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Debut Details:
- "Four for 16. I mean, what else could he say? 47 yards, one interception…in a 23-16 loss to the Ravens.” (Covino, 11:08)
- Media (notably Rex Ryan) scrutinize Sanders’ demeanor: “He’s got to get over himself…He’s there by himself on the bench…Are you trying to make it a show?” (Rex Ryan via Rich, 11:34)
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Main Character Critique:
- “He did make it about him...You ever date a girl…they think they’re the main character in everything.” (Rich, 13:06)
- “He doesn’t have the ability to pull the Homer Simpson and just fade into the bushes…He had to sit on the bench…moping.” (Rich, 13:51)
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Family and Emotional Angle:
- “Deion Sanders was outspoken…brought him to tears seeing his son play for the first time…” (Covino, 13:37)
- At the same time, Shador’s house was robbed during his debut: “No updates if anything was stolen…but another side story…” (Covino, 14:25)
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Missed Headlines:
- Strong Cleveland defense: “Miles Garrett with four sacks…if they could figure out a way to get that offense working. The Browns aren’t a bad team.” (Covino, 15:43)
5. Fading Stars: Elite Players’ Diminished Explosiveness
- Speculation about regression of stars: “Is Lamar Jackson…lost some steam, lost some gas, lost a step?” (Covino, 14:36)
- Saquon Barkley's decline: “It was ridiculously wild how much he’s fallen off.” (Rich, 15:31)
- Wear and tear identified as a key factor.
6. Playoff Races and "Closed Windows"
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AFC Surprises:
- “Chiefs, Ravens and Texans all sitting at .500, on the outside looking in…” (Rich, 17:21)
- “If the season were to end today…the Detroit Lions wouldn’t be in the playoffs. So many people started the season saying: ‘Lions, Ravens, maybe Super Bowl…’” (Rich, 17:21)
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Unpredictable NFL:
- “It’s week 11 and we’re still trying to figure out…did the windows close on some of these teams that were good last year?” (Covino, 18:39)
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Josh Allen and Bo Nix Resurgence:
- Both players rebounded after tough previous weeks:
- “How you like me now?…Last week people were dumping on both of those quarterbacks, and then they came up big a week later.” (Danny G, 19:01)
- Both players rebounded after tough previous weeks:
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Parity/Chaos:
- “We say it every year…parity in the NFL, right?…But we’re seeing things that make no sense. This year, nothing adds up the right way.” (Covino, 19:51)
7. “Schedule Watching” & Bears Playoff Path
- In-depth segment predicting Bears’ remaining games (21:18–24:23).
- Rich walks through Bears’ schedule; predictions by panel (Rich, Covino, Danny G): wins against Steelers and Packers, likely losses to Eagles and 49ers, key divisional matchup with Lions looms large.
- “That will probably be a game that means division win or playoffs…circle that.” (Rich, 24:08)
8. Listeners and Fan Feedback
- Callers apologize to Brock Purdy for doubting him.
- Other callers and producers debate tanking, QB prospects, and front office futures, especially for the Raiders.
9. NFL’s Weird Season, Low Attendance, and Ticket Prices
- “Browns tickets were going for 10 bucks online … in a world where a sandwich at the airport was $35, you can get Browns tickets for 10.” (Covino, 31:11)
10. Betting Misadventures
- Storytime: Rich’s pal cashes out an NFL prop bet right before the game-winning play paid out. “Our $20 bet…I could get a $48 cash out…That is exactly when McCaffrey decides to bust open like a 20-yard run for a touchdown and would have sealed that prop bet.” (Rich, 33:24)
11. Hourly Updates & Notable News
- Dan Beyer checks in with news on coaching changes and injury updates (37:00).
- “The AFC is as unpredictable as anyone could have ever thought.” (Rich, 35:26)
Memorable Quotes & Moments (Selected with Timestamps)
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On Bears’ Unexpected Ascension:
- “Can you believe…wrapping up week 11, going into week 12, the Bears are in first place.” (Rich, 06:05)
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On Shador Sanders’ ‘Main Character’ Energy:
- “You ever date a girl…they think they’re the main character in everything.” (Rich, 13:06)
- “You could seek out and really easily point out attention seekers. And Shador Sanders is an attention seeker.” (Rich, 16:44)
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On Chiefs’ Downward Spiral:
- “Chiefs…they’re 5 and 5. Is their window closed?” (Covino, 18:39)
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On Parity and Weirdness:
- “This season has been wild…We’re seeing things that make no sense. This year, nothing adds up the right way.” (Covino, 19:51)
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On Betting Regret:
- “He pushes the button. That is exactly when McCaffrey busts open like a 20 yard run for a touchdown…proving that you can never really win, even when you do pick it, you don’t.” (Rich, 33:24)
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On Browns Ticket Prices:
- “Browns tickets for $10…in a world where a sandwich at the airport was $35…” (Covino, 31:11)
Noteworthy Segments & Timestamps
- Fan Breakdown & Niners-Cardinals Game – 03:00–06:00
- Bears’ Ascendancy/League Parity – 06:00–08:00, 17:00–24:00
- UFC 322 & Combat Sports Review – 08:23–10:00
- Shador Sanders NFL Debut & Media Critique – 10:00–16:44
- Injuries, Stars Declining, Parity Observations – 14:36–19:51
- Schedule Watching: Bears’ Playoff Roadmap – 20:39–24:23
- Ticket Pricing & Live Sports Economy – 31:11–31:47
- Prop Bet Story (McCaffrey) – 33:01–34:06
- Caller Takes & Listener Interaction – 43:30–45:37
Final Thoughts
- NFL Week 11 offered unpredictability, with perennial favorites stumbling and former underdogs rising, epitomized by the Bears’ leadership in the North and the Chiefs’ struggles.
- Shador Sanders' narrative captivates—from on-field performance, perceived “main character energy,” and media piles-on, to his family’s highs and lows.
- Parity and chaos reign, with C&R emphasizing how just when you think the NFL makes sense, it goes “hmm.”
- Listeners are left looking forward to both the unpredictable playoff races and the next batch of weekly surprises.
For More
Fans are encouraged to catch Covino & Rich’s weekday show, download the podcast, and subscribe for more “Monday things that make you go hmm…” and live analysis as the NFL season ramps toward playoff chaos.
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