The Dan Patrick Show – Hour 1: Wemby Fatigue, Kirk Cousins in Vegas

Date: April 2, 2026
Podcast: iHeartPodcasts and Dan Patrick Podcast Network
Host: Dan Patrick with Marvin, Paulie, Fritzy, Seaton, and the backroom crew

Episode Overview

Hour 1 of The Dan Patrick Show dives into "Wemby Fatigue"—pondering if NBA fans are starting to tire of Victor Wembanyama coverage despite his historic performances. The crew also analyzes Kirk Cousins' surprising move to the Las Vegas Raiders and debates what it means for the top pick in the NFL Draft (presumed to be Fernando Mendoza). The episode is rich with NBA and NFL talk, spiked with host Dan Patrick’s signature humor and candid insight.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Timing and Sports Narratives

[00:00–01:20]

• Dan opens questioning sports stories' timing, referencing an ESPN article about the Eagles and Jalen Hurts and the Ravens’ Maxx Crosby situation, pointing out how slow news days can inflate narratives.

2. Victor Wembanyama Mania—and Potential Fatigue

[01:20–14:47]

• Wemby scores 41 points, 18 rebounds against a depleted Warriors team.

• Dan's team debates whether media and fans are already oversaturated with Wemby talk:

  “Are we starting to get Wembied out?” —Fritzy [02:27]
  “So, Fritzy, we’re tired of the most unique player that we've ever seen in our lifetime?” —Marvin [03:11]

• Dan acknowledges Wemby’s performance but ponders his evolution—lacking a go-to move might soon make him even scarier:

  “Wemby doesn’t necessarily have a go to move yet, which is kind of frightening.” —Dan Patrick [03:46]

• They note the shift in enforcers in today's NBA compared to the past, and how Wemby’s versatility and ability to alter shots is more impactful than mere blocks.

• The discussion transitions to the importance of playoff experience for the Spurs and whether that truly matters for young teams like San Antonio:

  “Screw it. We’re still gonna play 100 and go for to try to win this championship.” —Wembanyama, paraphrased by the crew, relaying his mindset from a Van Pelt interview [05:33–05:45]

• The uniqueness of Wemby is celebrated, comparing him to revolutionary talents like Shaq, Steph, Magic, Bird, and MJ:

  “Every once in a while there’s a player and you go, wow, that’s different… That’s the beauty of basketball.” —Dan Patrick [13:12]

  “I’m glad Wemby’s an actual generational talent—we haven’t seen this type of hype around somebody since LeBron.” —Marvin [14:47]

3. NBA "Next Five Years" Poll Question

[06:55–08:44; 42:03–42:26]

• Poll: If you could have any current NBA player for the next five years (same price), who do you take? — Luka Doncic, SGA, Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, or others.

  “There’s only one answer to that. It’s Wemby. He’s 22.” —Dan Patrick [07:20]

• Brief discussion about omitted stars like Giannis, and why Joker and SGA might be less enticing by age or circumstances.

• Poll results: Wemby wins with about 76% (42:22).

4. NFL Breaking News: Kirk Cousins to the Las Vegas Raiders

[20:42–31:19]

• Paulie presents breaking news: Kirk Cousins is signing with the Raiders.

• The crew is surprised, debating the logic behind signing Cousins if the Raiders are planning to draft Fernando Mendoza number one overall.

  “There’s no controversy here. None with Kirk D. Cousins.” —Dan Patrick [22:31]

  “What if Kirk Cousins plays really well? What's the plan?” —Paulie [22:50]

• The show discusses whether Vegas will draft Mendoza, if signing Cousins means they’d consider trading down, and muses over the oddity of such a conservative QB pairing for the "once-feared" Raiders.

  “Whatever happened to those feared, nasty, silver and black Raiders? You’re talking about Kirk Cousins and Mendoza, a couple of choir boys!” —Fritzy [25:01]

• Dan draws a distinction between the Raiders’ QB situation and the Atlanta Falcons’ confusing approach with Penix and Cousins.

5. Development Strategies for Rookie QBs

[26:48–31:40]

• The value of allowing rookies to "sit a year" behind a vet like Cousins is debated, referencing Patrick Mahomes as a success case.

  “I don’t want him to get beat up when you don’t have a good team or a good offensive line. That's the only thing I worry about with Mendoza.” —Dan Patrick [27:06]

• Mendoza's measured mindset is appreciated; he focuses on preparation, not hype:

  “I’m just trying to be the best me possible...the best quarterback I can be in September rather than right now here in April.” —Fernando Mendoza (clip) [27:43]

• Dan praises Mendoza for “acting like a pro at a pro day,” emphasizing the value of basic, NFL-style throws.

6. The "Backup Quarterback" Value

[29:46–30:54]

• Discussion on why every team needs a reliable backup QB in today's NFL, not just a clipboard-holder.

  “I want [Mendoza] ready when he’s ready. I don’t want him to be ready because he’s the number one pick in the draft.” —Dan Patrick [29:55]

7. NFL Draft Speculation—Trade or Take Mendoza?

[32:40–33:40; 42:47–43:58]

• Would the Raiders trade the No. 1 overall pick? Dan says, “I would still listen because you know, the Jets never get it right.”

  “If they say, hey, four first round picks, would you turn down four first round picks?” —Dan Patrick [42:47]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "Are we starting to get Wembied out?"
  —Fritzy [02:27]

• "Wemby doesn’t necessarily have a go to move yet, which is kind of frightening."
  —Dan Patrick [03:46]

• "Every once in a while there’s a player and you go, wow, that’s different… That’s the beauty of basketball."
  —Dan Patrick [13:12]

• "I’m glad Wemby’s an actual generational talent—we haven’t seen this type of hype around somebody since LeBron."
  —Marvin [14:47]

• "Whatever happened to those feared, nasty, silver and black Raiders? You’re talking about Kirk Cousins and Mendoza, a couple of choir boys!”
  —Fritzy [25:01]

• "I want him ready when he’s ready. I don’t want him to be ready because he’s the number one pick in the draft."
  —Dan Patrick [29:55]

Additional Segments & Listener Interactions

[34:04–36:49]

• Callers discuss the Jim Rome guest possibility and classic "Fritzy stories."
• Banter about booking Michael Jordan for Dan’s retirement, poking fun at producer rivalry.

[41:05–42:47]

• Play of the Day: Cardinals walk it off vs. Mets.

[45:08–46:01]

• Fritzy shares an anecdote about a woman named Simone from Sheep’s Head Bay, answering a fan request for classic stories.

Timestamps for Major Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |---------------------------------------------|---------------| | Opening - Wemby fatigue setup | 00:00–02:27 | | Wembanyama performance & broader NBA talk | 02:27–13:12 | | Poll question setup: “Next 5 years?” | 06:55–08:44 | | NFL breaking news: Cousins to Vegas | 20:42–31:19 | | Mendoza’s fit, Raiders’ draft strategies | 26:48–33:40 | | Listener calls (Jim Rome/retirement guests) | 34:04–36:49 | | Play of the Day | 41:05–41:21 | | Poll results updates | 42:03–42:26 |

Tone and Style

• Conversational, fast-paced, with Dan’s dry wit and the “guys hanging out” chemistry.
• Honest, occasionally irreverent takes (“Wembied out,” “choir boys,” “generational talent”).
• Mix of analytics, nostalgia, and light-hearted ribbing.

Summary

Hour 1 of The Dan Patrick Show is a typically lively, insightful tour through the sports world, balancing deep NBA and NFL conversations with unique angles (“Wemby fatigue,” the logic of NFL QB development) and the show's trademark humor. Wembanyama is celebrated as a true NBA unicorn, spurring the “next five years” debate, while Kirk Cousins’ Raiders move stirs speculation on rookie QBs and draft strategy. Add in listener memories, playful staff competition, and curated polls, and you have a rich episode perfect for both hardcore and casual sports fans.