The Dan Patrick Show: C&R – Ohtani, NFL Big TV, Brainwave!

Date: October 25, 2025
Hosts: Steve Covino, Rich Davis, Danny G, Spotty, Dan Byers
Podcast Network: iHeartPodcasts & Dan Patrick Podcast Network

Episode Overview

This episode of Covino & Rich (“C&R”) brings together the regular team for a freewheeling, energetic discussion on solo time versus socializing, Shohei Ohtani and his leeway in the World Series, deep dives into the NFL’s biggest TV games of the upcoming week, plus their signature “Brainwave!” quiz game and the crowd-favorite “Weekend Hobnob.” Listeners get doses of nostalgia, real talk about friendship, razor-sharp pop culture references, and plenty of behind-the-scenes sports insight—with a healthy side of banter and humor.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Solo Outings vs. Social Time – Embracing Alone Time

[05:41 – 13:36]

• The crew fields calls about whether eating or hanging alone (as referenced in NFL player Joey Flacco’s “lonely burger” stories) is a sign of maturity or discomfort with oneself.
• James from Virginia calls in, reflecting on personal growth:
  • "Happiness starts from within, man. And you have to love yourself before you can love anybody else... Sometimes you have to be by yourself to really learn what you like in life." (06:20)
• Danny G and Rich Davis connect this to Jamar Chase and evolving male friendships:
  • “As a 42 year old man today, I truly believe, man, that happiness starts from within…” (06:20, James)
• The team references a Trevor Noah podcast, paraphrasing his view that “men always need a third thing”—rather than just hanging with friends, they need an activity (like a game, dinner, etc.):
  • "Buddies don't just hang out and chill anymore... we always feel like we need to be doing something with our friends." (07:18, Danny G)
• Women, according to their discussion, are better at simply “being,” while men chase activities; this frames why guys often cherish alone time more as they age.

2. Shohei Ohtani’s World Series Mulligan?

[13:31 – 13:45]

• Rich brings up Ohtani’s recent heroics (six innings, 10 Ks, three HRs in his last game) and asks:
  • “If he has an 0-fer tonight or a rough start, do we give him a mulligan? How long can he live off last week’s greatest game in baseball history?” (11:07)
• The crew debates whether superstardom gives Ohtani extra cushion with fans—even if he starts slow in the World Series.
• Spotty points out:
  • “People understand he can get into that bad habit of taking those tight inside pitches... but you know even if he has a bad game or two, his presence is still going to be a difference in the game.” (11:27–11:51)

3. NFL Big TV Game of the Week – What Deserves the Main Screen?

[16:03 – 22:47]

• “Big TV Game” segment: which NFL matchup deserves the primary, big-screen treatment on Sunday?
• Rich walks through matchups and why some are worth watching and others aren't:
  • Bengals vs. Jets: “Unless you are a masochist and want to see how bad the Jets can be…” (17:02, Rich)
  • Bears vs. Ravens: The intrigue is around Lamar Jackson’s return.
    • “The return of Lamar Jackson against Caleb Williams objectively should be your big TV game of the week.” (20:22, Rich)
  • 49ers vs. Texans: Vegas seems to favor Texans, which baffles the crew.
  • “How are the Texans favored? …There’s a part of me that, just being a homer, wants to hit the money line hard on the Niners.” (18:48 – 19:17, Rich)
• Later games get quick appraisal, with Packers vs. Steelers highlighted as a “must-watch” for the narrative of Rodgers potentially having beaten all 32 NFL teams.
  • “If he wins, he beats all 32 teams in the NFL. That alone… gets the big TV.” (21:14, Rich)
  • Danny G clarifies: “He’s the first guy to beat every team. Only guy in NFL history.” (22:20–22:29)

4. Brainwave! – The Crew’s Game Show Segment

[29:11 – 41:19]

• Listeners try to match their answers with the hosts on pop culture and sports questions for a prize (Turbo Ball Nerf football).
• Notable questions:
  • Best one-hit wonder of the 90s? (Gerardo’s "Rico Suave" vs. Macarena dominates!)
  • Most epic World Series walk-off HR? (Freddie Freeman gets love, with some debate.)
  • Which athlete would draw the biggest buzz as a C&R guest? (Travis Kelce wins due to Swiftie effect and NFL popularity.)
    • “If you talk about generating buzz, not only with football fans, but the Swifties, every time we post a video and it’s Travis Kelce related... it gets more traction than anything else.” (38:45, Rich)
• The hosts’ playful arguments and nostalgia make the segment an entertaining break from standard sports talk.

5. Weekend Hobnob – What to Watch & Betting Insights

[47:28 – 51:59]

• Covino, Rich, and crew offer recommendations for the weekend:
  • UFC 321 (Tom Aspinall headlining)
  • Netflix’s "The Perfect Neighbor"
  • “Over Promised” podcast episode (ep. 114) on future GOATs in sports
  • TV/podcasts: "Nobody Wants This" (season 2), "Love is Blind," docuseries on the Philadelphia Mob, doc “Who Killed the Montreal Expos?” “Naked Gun” (now streaming), and “I Know What You Did Last Summer” 2025 update.
• Sports events:
  • Game 1 of the World Series (Dodgers–Blue Jays)
  • Week 9 of college football (highlight games run down by Spotty)
• Special mention: Peacock documentary “Downey Wrote That” about SNL’s Jim Downey.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Maturity and Alone Time:
  • "Taking time to be alone is never a bad thing." – James (06:20)
  • “I think a good friend is someone who comes over, you go over to their place and you don’t have to entertain them… with complete silence if you want.” – Steve Covino (09:04)
• On Ohtani's Pressure:
  • “How long can Shohei live off of last week’s greatest game in baseball history?” – Rich (11:07)
• On Men vs. Women Social Dynamics:
  • “Women are better at that than we are because they could just sit there and talk… and we always have to have a game on or something.” – Danny G (08:32)
• On NFL viewing hierarchy:
  • “The person you like least gets the air mattress… you give them a paper towel.” – Rich (17:16–17:26)
• On Travis Kelce as a guest:
  • “If you talk about generating buzz, not only with football fans, but the Swifties… it gets more traction than anything else.” – Rich (38:45)
• On Weekend Recommendations:
  • “Halloween parties, trips to Spirit Halloween, but UFC 321—do not let it go under the radar!” – Danny G (48:11)

Important Segment Timestamps

• Solo time/Flacco/Jamar Chase/James from VA: 05:41 – 13:36
• Shohei Ohtani’s World Series narrative: 13:31 – 13:45
• NFL Big TV Game of the Week discussion: 16:03 – 22:47
• ‘Brainwave!’ game show: 29:11 – 41:19
• Weekend Hobnob (prime sports/TV picks): 47:28 – 51:59

Conclusion & Takeaways

C&R delivers a blend of playful sports debate, personal growth talk, and pop culture game-show fun in this episode. Audiences walk away with a grounded sense of how men’s attitudes toward solo time and friendship evolve, how to weigh big sports moments (like Ohtani's postseason heroics or NFL must-watch games), and what to check out for the weekend in sports and entertainment. The conversational, rapid-fire style and the hosts’ rapport make for an easy, entertaining listen that prioritizes both laughs and thought-provoking points.

Action Items for Listeners:

• Catch Game 1 of the World Series and Packers vs. Steelers for NFL drama.
• Try the “Brainwave!” questions at home.
• Check out the hosts’ media picks for a fun, varied weekend.

For more, subscribe and catch Covino & Rich live weekdays, and watch their Over Promised bonus show on YouTube!