The Dan Patrick Show
Episode: Hour 1 – MLB, NFL & CFP Oh My!
Date: October 6, 2025
Host: Dan Patrick with Seaton, Fritzy, Marvin, Paulie
Podcast Network: iHeartPodcasts and Dan Patrick Podcast Network
Episode Overview
This lively Monday episode kicks off the week with Dan and the crew recapping and dissecting a packed sports weekend, including NFL surprises, MLB postseason drama, and shocking upsets in college football. The group debates the art of hometown sports announcing, mourns collective failures across sports, and sets up engaging poll questions—all in the Dan Patrick Show’s signature blend of insider knowledge, humor, and relatable fandom.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
NFL Weekend Recap
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Surprising Results and Heartbreaks:
- Patriots over Bills: “Drake May looks like he's ready for the spotlight.” (03:00)
- Commanders quietly handled the Chargers: “I kept waiting for the Chargers to be that new and improved Chargers. Give credit to the Commanders.” (03:35)
- Buccaneers pulled out another last-minute win against the Seahawks: “Don't turn the game off in the final two minutes, you know, that's when the Bucs seem to pull out all these wins.” (04:00)
- Colts dominated the Raiders: “I still believe that the Colts are a playoff team. They rolled the Raiders.” (04:12)
- Jets, Cardinals, and Titans: The Jets remain winless, while the Cardinals lost dramatically after leading by 22 points in the fourth quarter. “Teams ahead by 22 points or more in the fourth quarter were 1276-1… Arizona stumbled, bumbled, fumbled their way to giving the Titans a win.” (13:35)
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Poll Question:
- "Who had the worst weekend?" — Candidates include Kyler Murray, James Franklin, Penn State, New York Yankees, etc. (11:00, 28:10)
NFL Statistical Highlights
- "There have been 14 games where somebody has scored 40 or more points. That's the most through the first five games of any season since 1966." (21:25)
- “The Ravens... losses 41, 38, 37, 44. You're not beating anybody, by the way. North Carolina with Bill Belichick, their losses 48, 34, and 38... both averaging 40 points per game given up.” (22:40)
The Art of Hometown Sports Announcing
- Debate Over Yankees' Call of Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s Grand Slam:
- Play-by-play announcer Dave Sims’ subdued call compared to the excited Blue Jays broadcast.
- Fritzy: “It just seemed a little too demure and depressing for the play by play person.” (33:10)
- Dan: “He's the Yankee announcer. He's not doing a national broadcast. He's supposed to reflect what Yankee fans feel in the moment.” (60:25)
- Seaton: “The person doing the home call... your team's call is supposed to be right there with you.” (37:55)
- Marvin: “Dave Sims is a representative of the fans in a way... He feels just like everybody else feels that's rooted for the Yankees.” (39:10)
College Football Roundup
- Shocking Upsets:
- UCLA over Penn State: “That is a humiliating defeat... down 27-7 at halftime to UCLA with nobody in the building.” (27:20)
- Miami beats Florida State; Florida drops Texas: Unexpected shakeups that have potential CFP implications.
- Debate on implications for playoff hopes and coaching jobs. "Those are playoff ending losses right there, hanging by a thread." (James in Virginia, 83:15)
MLB Postseason Drama
- Blue Jays Blow Out Yankees: Toronto’s Vlad Guerrero Jr. hits a grand slam, contributing to a lopsided score.
- Local Announcers' Tone: Discussion over appropriate emotional tone for team-affiliated broadcasters when the home team is getting routed.
- Momentum Myths: “Just because you get run off the field one night doesn’t mean it carries over... Momentum is the next day’s starting pitching.” (49:00)
Call-in Highlights: Fan Perspectives
- Best and Worst of the Weekend: Listeners weighed in—from heartbreak over the Dolphins and Cardinals to elation for the Dodgers’ comeback.
- Deion Sanders Health Update: Concerns after Coach Prime coached with one shoe due to swelling from blood clots. “To hear him after the game just sounded really down and defeated.” (69:50)
- Broncos’ Win and More: Fans gloat over rival losses, especially Broncos and Charger fans.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
On Cardinals’ Historic Collapse
- Dan Patrick (13:35):
“Teams ahead by 22 points or more in the fourth quarter were 1276-1 over the last 25 seasons… Arizona stumbled, bumbled, fumbled their way to giving the Titans a win. Congratulations, you did it.”
On Yankees’ Broadcast Reaction to Vlad’s Grand Slam
- Dan Patrick (36:35):
“He did it. Silence.”
(Marvin: “There was silence for 21 seconds. I like that. That's called laying out in the business. Let it breathe.”)
On the Role of the Hometown Announcer
- Fritzy (33:10):
“There's a little bit more… It's a grand slam in a playoff game, even though it's against your team, that it just seemed a little too demure and depressing for the play by play person.”
College Football Playoff Hopes
- James in Virginia (83:15):
“Penn State and Texas showed you why. Those are playoff ending losses right there hanging by a thread. My September MVP, man, you won't believe it. Daniel Jones…”
On NFL Team Futures
- Dan Patrick (71:35):
“The Jets are winless... Whenever I see a bad team, I always want to know, what are they building on… I’m waiting to find out exactly what that is for the Jets.”
Timestamps for Important Segments
- 03:00-04:30: NFL top-line recap and surprises
- 11:00: Poll question: Who had the worst weekend?
- 13:35-19:00: Cardinals' epic collapse and NFL record-setting stats
- 21:25: Surprising NFL scoring statistics
- 27:20: College football upsets: UCLA over Penn State, Miami over Florida State
- 33:10-45:00: Hometown sports announcer debate; Vlad Guerrero Jr. grand slam calls
- 49:00: Dan debunks momentum in playoff series
- 60:25: Contextualizing hometown announcer tone (Dave Sims/Yankees)
- 69:50: Deion Sanders health update—coaching in pain, blood clots return
- 71:35 onward: More NFL storylines, quarterback debate, and fan calls
- 83:15: College football playoff fallout, call-in wrap up
Additional Highlights
- Fan Call-Ins: Lively as always, with listeners sharing their best and worst moments, and passionately debating the legacy of their teams.
- Stats of the Day: Dan provides trivia (e.g. Keenan Allen fastest to 1,000 career receptions; 14 games over 40-point mark early in NFL season).
- Uniform Talk: Panel bickers about NFL throwbacks, especially the Tampa Bay Bucs creamsicles. “Have you seen those uniforms?” (94:10)
- Upcoming Guests: Teased interviews with Chase Daniel and Greg McElroy for more in-depth NFL and college football breakdowns. (09:00)
Flow and Tone
Dan and the "guys in the backroom" keep the conversation fun, informed, and often tongue-in-cheek, blending sharp analysis with relatable sports fan frustration and inside jokes. The discussion on “homer” broadcasters adds color and relatability. The audience is invited to join the debate through phone calls and poll questions, ensuring the show remains interactive and vibrant throughout.
In Short:
This episode is a must-listen for sports fans craving NFL upsets, MLB postseason intensity, college football drama, and the unique perspective that only Dan and his crew can deliver—complete with hearty debates, fan voices, and the customary Monday therapy session for all who "had the worst weekend."