The Dan Patrick Show — Hour 1: Jacoby Brissett Is Better for the Cardinals, Grizzlies Should Move Ja Morant

Date: November 4, 2025

Episode Overview

In this episode, Dan Patrick dissects the fallout of the recent NFL trade deadline, focusing on the Dallas Cowboys’ and Arizona Cardinals’ roster moves and performances. The conversation pivots to the ongoing quarterback dilemma in Arizona, comparing Jacoby Brissett and Kyler Murray, and why Brissett fits better for the current offense. The hour also tackles the troubling situation with Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies, including whether Morant is worth the risk for another NBA franchise. Dan and the Danettes add their trademark humor and mix in listener calls discussing media disputes affecting football viewing.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Jacoby Brissett vs. Kyler Murray: Who’s Better for the Cardinals?

Main Segment: 04:30–18:00

• Dan’s Take: Jacoby Brissett is currently a better fit at quarterback for the Cardinals than Kyler Murray. Brissett’s pocket style allows receivers to run crisp routes and trust where the pass will come from, improving offensive timing and production.

  • “Jacoby Brissett, come on down and stay a while because you’re a better quarterback for this team than Kyler Murray is.” (Dan Patrick, 05:10)

• Supporting Stats:

  • With Brissett at the helm:
    • Averaging 287 yards/game, 2 TDs/game, and over 25 points/game.
  • With Kyler Murray:
    • 90 fewer yards, barely 1 TD/game, about 5 points less per game.
  • “The numbers don’t lie here.” (Dan Patrick, 09:35)

• Chris Canty’s Insight (paraphrased by Dan): Receivers prefer a pocket passer because they know the ball will come from a consistent spot, improving trust and timing — something that falters with Murray’s scrambling.

• Wide Receiver Impact: Marvin Harrison Jr. thrived with Brissett (career-high 7 catches, 96 yards, touchdown).

Notable Quote:

“If I’m a wide receiver, it’s nice having that quarterback who can run around and extend plays. But you ask receivers: they want to know, where is the ball coming from? Where is my quarterback? Not, I’m going to run my route, wait, where is he?”
— Dan Patrick (32:15)

2. The Cowboys’ Trade and Defensive Struggles

Segment: 10:00–20:30

• The Cowboys acquired linebacker Logan Wilson from the Bengals — Dan questions the logic of picking defenders from an equally poor defense.
• Possible future moves: speculation on Trey Hendrickson’s trade potential.
• Dallas’ defense at home is allowing 31.3 points/game (among league worst).
• Dan criticizes Jerry Jones’ showmanship and the impact of trading elite players like Micah Parsons on team morale and locker room belief.

Notable Quote:

“He (Jerry Jones) leads the league in attention... but he’s last in the league, really, in the results from all that attention.”
— Dan Patrick (15:50)

3. Miami Dolphins’ Turmoil at the Deadline

Segment: 13:30–15:10

• Dolphins fired GM Chris Grier before the deadline, indicating upper management wants to “take a wrecking ball” to the team. Coach Mike McDaniel survives, but Dan predicts his eventual dismissal.
• Possible trade candidates include Bradley Chubb, Minka Fitzpatrick, and Jalen Waddle.
• Dan: “If you bring in a new GM, he’s going to want his coach.”

4. Ja Morant and Memphis Grizzlies: Time for a Trade?

Main Segment: 21:00–29:30

• Grizzlies’ situation is “bad.” Once a #2 seed, now stuck with a disengaged star.
• Ja Morant seems “disenfranchised,” plays fewer minutes, and isn’t the focal point.
• Morant is owed $87 million over the next 2 years — Dan wonders who’d want to take that on.
• Dan argues Grizzlies should move on: “You took a chance. You took a couple of chances. Move on. Maybe you can salvage something here.”

Notable Quote:

“If I’m Memphis—move on. Move on. You took a chance. You took a couple of chances. Move on. Then maybe you can salvage something here. But that… it’s a shame.”
— Dan Patrick (23:05)

• Teases Draymond Green’s take on the situation later in the show.

5. Poll Question Segment: Ja Morant vs. Kyler Murray — Whose Career Would You Want?

Segment: 27:40–33:40

• The Danettes debate:
  • Dan: Would still pick Morant—higher level of talent, could thrive with a new team.
  • “He’ll go to a new team and… he might fall in line. I don’t know if Kyler Murray can play at a consistently high level. He’s not better than Jacoby Brissett, Brissett for this team. He’s just not.” (Dan Patrick, 29:24)
• The crew discusses Kyler’s stats and Cardinals’ bleak postseason history.
• Conclusion: Brissett is not more talented than Murray, but does more with the offense.

6. Listener Calls & The ESPN/YouTube TV Dispute

Segment: 35:05–54:20

• Multiple listeners express frustration about not being able to watch football due to an ESPN carriage dispute with YouTube TV.
  • Example: “We’ve reached that saturation point. I’m not willing to spend another $30 just to get ESPN Plus or whatever.” (Jason in Colorado Springs, 40:20)
  • Dan: “But until a game comes along where you go, I want to watch that…”
• Discussion on possible ways to watch games (antennas, alternate services).
• Paulie recaps the mechanics of the YouTube/Disney dispute for viewers.

Notable Quotes:

“I have no dog in this fight. Just give me the damn game, that’s all.”
— Dan Patrick (1:11:10)

7. Callers & Quick Hits

Segment: 54:50–1:18:30

• Cowboys fans vent over Dak Prescott’s consistency and leadership.
• Listener recommends “players-only meetings” for struggling teams like Dallas; Danettes reflect on similar concepts behind the scenes.
• Shay and Irving joins for a comedic Cowboys rant:
  • “He’s a showman. He is. He’s ruined my life… well, no, you’ve ruined your life. Both of us have ruined my life. It is a 50/50 relationship.” (Shay and Irving, 1:05:10)
• Listeners ask about Kyler Murray’s future (backup, baseball) and the importance of studying/accountability for elite athletes.

8. Play of the Day & College Basketball

Segment: 1:20:20–1:23:00

• Highlights Jacoby Brissett’s touchdown pass to Marvin Harrison Jr. as Play of the Day — demonstrating their on-field chemistry (1:20:25).

9. Humor, Analogies, and Banter Throughout

• Dan and the Danettes riff on:
  • The absurdity of always celebrating first downs (George Pickens/Michael Irvin)
  • How the Cowboys offer just enough hope to keep fans invested, unlike the Cardinals.
  • The challenges of watching sports amid streaming disputes — and the creative (sometimes illegal) ways to get the games.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “The numbers don’t lie here.” (Dan Patrick on Brissett vs. Murray stats, 09:35)
• “He (Jerry Jones) leads the league in attention... but he’s last in the league, really, in the results from all that attention.” (Dan Patrick, 15:50)
• “If I’m Memphis—move on. Move on. You took a couple of chances. Move on.” (Dan Patrick, 23:05)
• “Jacoby Brissett should not be better than Kyler Murray, but he is for this team.” (Dan Patrick, 1:09:45)
• “I have no dog in this fight. Just give me the damn game, that’s all.” (Dan Patrick, 1:11:10)
• “Both of us have ruined my life. It is a 50/50 relationship.” (Shay and Irving, 1:05:10)

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Segment Description | Timestamp | |-------------------------------------------------|-------------| | Cardinals: Brissett vs. Murray QB Debate | 04:30–18:00 | | Cowboys’ Trades & Jerry Jones’ Leadership | 10:00–20:30 | | Dolphins’ Front Office Drama | 13:30–15:10 | | Ja Morant/Grizzlies: Time to Move On? | 21:00–29:30 | | Poll: Ja Morant vs. Kyler Murray Careers | 27:40–33:40 | | ESPN/YouTube TV Streaming Dispute | 35:05–54:20 | | Listener/Caller Highlights | 54:50–1:18:30| | Play of the Day: Brissett to Harrison | 1:20:25 |

Summary Tone & Style

Dan Patrick delivers sharp sports analysis, backed with stats, insider knowledge, and experience. The discussions are candid and sprinkled with dry humor and sarcasm—especially about the hurdles of sports fandom, franchise management missteps, and the quirks of modern media consumption. The Danettes provide lighthearted banter, counterpoints, and occasional digressions, creating an engaging and relatable sports talk environment.

This episode is a must-listen for fans tracking the Cardinals QB controversy, NFL trade fallout, the Cowboys’ annual soap opera, and basketball fans wondering what’s next for Ja Morant and Memphis. It also offers a snapshot of sports fandom in the age of streaming, with all its frustrations and workarounds.