The Dan Patrick Show – Hour 2 (Feb 13, 2026)

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This episode centers on Dan Patrick’s interview with new New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh, exploring his transition from the Baltimore Ravens, insights on coaching, and personal stories. The hour also features the crew’s trademark banter, listener calls on sports topics (from tanking to the “Dead Dads Club”), and lighthearted Valentine’s Day advice.

Key Segments & Insights

1. Poll Questions & Meat Friday Updates (03:30–04:36)

• The crew reviews quirky poll questions, with topics including Olympic scandals (“crotch gate”), NBA All-Star Celebrity Game team choices, and the perennial “Who has it better than we do?” catchphrase.
• Food Update: It’s a “Meat Friday” with strip steak, cheese fondue, and chocolate-covered strawberries.

2. Interview: John Harbaugh, New York Giants Head Coach (04:36–17:14)

Harbaugh’s Move from Baltimore to New York

• Harbaugh reflects on emotionally departing Baltimore after 18 years:
  • Quote: “You do take it personal in a sense, because it's a very personal thing...But I wasn't offended by it...It was disappointing. But...there's a plan for life. There's a purpose in life.” (05:31)
• Discusses his faith and viewing relocation as following a path set out for him.

Facing Expectations & Coaching in the NFL

• Compared to Mike Vrabel’s quick turnaround for a new team:
  • Quote: “It's time to produce day one. Our players expect that. Our coaches expect that. We expect to come out of the gates. We're going to come out of the corner swinging.” (06:51)
• Enthusiastically references bringing a Hearns-Hagler-style “come out swinging” approach, but with Dan pointing out the risk:
  • “He got knocked out, so you don’t want to come out swinging like that.” (07:35)

NFL Divisions: Which is Tougher?

• AFC North vs. NFC East:
  • AFC North “has been the tougher division...over the last 18 years,” but NFC East’s challenges and rivalries are not lost on him—especially the Eagles, Cowboys, Commanders, and Giants' storied traditions. (07:53–08:52)

Rationale for Choosing the Giants

• Attracted by the Giants’ roster, especially quarterback Jackson Dart:
  • “It starts with the quarterback…Jackson was the guy that really excited me when I saw him. Now even more so being around him every day.” (09:27)

Family, Coaching Advice, and Sibling Rivalry

• Best coaching advice from his father:
  • “You got to work really hard. You got to work harder than everybody else. He goes, because I know you two guys and you're really not that smart...so you got to outwork people. That's a direct quote.” (09:55)
• On brother Jim Harbaugh: “Jim’s the smartest guy I know. Street smarts, emotional smarts, knows how to make people feel a certain way. Funny dude.” (10:22)
• What does John do better than Jim? “I beat him in golf the last time…And I look younger than Jim right now.” (10:41)

On Mike Macdonald (Baltimore’s Current Head Coach)

• Reached out after Super Bowl — describes him as “confident, smart…Hard worker…couldn’t be more proud of him.” (12:01–13:26)
• Praises nephew Jay Harbaugh’s success as special teams coordinator.

Closing Baltimore Chapter

• Still in touch with former QB Lamar Jackson—overwhelmed by 2,500+ texts after departure from Ravens. (13:47)
• On considering both Falcons and Giants during coaching carousel: impressed by quality people throughout the league; could “visualize myself in every one of those jobs.” (14:33)

What Happens to Ravens Gear?

• “Kept a couple things. Some of the nicer stuff…a good hoodie. The rest I gave to friends and Goodwill.” (15:41)

Parting Banter

• Mutual appreciation and laughs about their time together broadcasting the Super Bowl in frigid Minneapolis:
  • Dan: “We had to get a police escort to take us to the stadium...” (22:51)

Memorable Exchange
Dan: “Who has it better than we do?”
John: “Nobody…talking about crotch gate. Best job ever. I want that job.” (11:48)

3. Listener Calls and Sports Banter

The “Dead Dads Club” (23:59–27:02)

• Touching call from a listener, James, joining after his father’s recent passing—a recurring show in-joke/real-life support group.
  • “Just wanted to give a shout out to Pistol Pete Mortimer…and hopefully we're gonna have some beers for him today.”
• The crew riffs humorously and tenderly on application procedures for the club, with Matt noting:
  • “It’s not that great of a club to get into... I'm not in it, but I'm not, like, in a rush to get in it.” (25:14)

Tanking, Relegation, and Ownership Incentives (27:08–32:38)

• Listeners float English Premier League-style relegation to curb NBA tanking. Dan and crew muse on the impracticality but fun of the idea.
• Discussion about incentivizing owners to compete, tongue-in-cheek riffs on forcing owners to sell after 10 years of futility.

Pro Bowl & All-Star Game Fixes (32:38–33:18)

• Listeners suggest making Pro Bowl a “reserves only” game, voted on by peers for more competitive spirit.
• The crew is skeptical: “Why would we play hard? It doesn't mean anything.” (33:12)

Crew Moments & Show Culture (33:37–37:50)

• Listeners recall favorite behind-the-scenes show moments, including oddball antics involving Fritzi and Jay (“It's all about content, Jay!”).
• Hilarious banter about crew member mix-ups and misnaming—Jay referring to Marvin as “Melvin” or Matt as “Sexton.”

T-Shirts and Show Memorabilia

• Calls spark discussion of shirts with catchphrases like “Who has it better than we do? Nobody,” and the proposed “Thanks for Nothing” tanking shirt.

4. Best Week in Sports (44:22–47:59)

• Todd: Picks Sam Darnold.
• Matt/Seaton: Kenneth Walker III for his Super Bowl MVP run.
• Marvin: Julius Erving, after seeing “Soul Power” documentary. Dan follows with a heartfelt Dr. J story.
  • “He was every bit what Jordan was and then some...” (45:33)
• Dylan: Solomon Tulia Poopoo, the “Van Wilder of football,” granted a ninth year of eligibility.

5. Valentine’s Day Advice and Jokes (48:29–52:13)

• Caller Dylan seeks advice after his girlfriend objects to his Valentine’s Day golf plans.
  • Dan: “Say, I'm going to play 18 and then got plans for us later on today and tonight.” (49:26)
• Todd jokes about his own romantic prospects (“I'm just waiting for the next like, you know, eclipse...”) while the crew shares thoughts about not making Valentine’s Day one-sided.
• More banter about partners’ expectations and “Alive Dad’s Club” (for those whose dads are still around).

Notable Quotes & Moments

• John Harbaugh on taking things personally:
  “Everything is personal. You know, we pour your heart into what you do every single day... It just was disappointing. But by the same time, it's like, you know what, There's a plan for life. There's a purpose in life.” (05:31)

• Dan on coaching expectations:
  “You don’t get to ease into this job, John.” (06:35)

• Harbaugh on starting strong:
  “We're going to come out of the corner swinging.” (06:51) “Let the chips fly.” (07:40)

• Harbaugh on players:
  “It always has been a player's game, it always will be.” (08:58)

• On sibling rivalry:
  Dan: “Who's smarter between you two?”
  John: “Jim's the smartest guy I know…What do I do better than Jim? I look younger than Jim right now.”* (10:22, 10:41)

• Valentine’s Day Advice:
  Dan: “Say, ‘I’m going to go play golf with my boyfriends, but I’m going to spend the rest of the day and night with you, my girlfriend.’ And you treat her like a queen.” (48:58)

• Matt/Seaton on the ‘Dead Dads Club’:
  “It's not that great of a club to get into. I'm not in it, but I'm not, like, in a rush to get in it.” (25:14)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Poll Questions & Meat Friday Reveal: 03:30–04:36
• John Harbaugh Interview: 04:36–17:14
• Listener Calls (“Dead Dads Club,” Fan Stories): 23:59–27:02
• NBA Tanking/Relegation Calls: 27:08–32:38
• Pro Bowl/Game-Specific Calls: 32:38–33:18
• Show Culture & Crew Banter: 33:37–37:50
• Best Week in Sports: 44:22–47:59
• Valentine’s Day Advice & Closing Bits: 48:29–52:13

Tone & Style

The show blends forthright sports talk and behind-the-scenes camaraderie, balancing emotional insight (especially in Harbaugh’s interview) with banter and authenticity. Dan and the crew mix sports acumen with humor, keeping the tone welcoming both to hardcore fans and casual listeners.

For Listeners Who Missed the Show

This hour delivers Dan Patrick at his best: insightful and humorous interviews with sports figures (John Harbaugh’s openness on transition and faith is a highlight), sports debates with a twist, and the kind of inside jokes and show culture that have built the program’s loyal following. From NFL drama to Valentine’s Day dilemmas, it’s an easy listen, with both laughs and genuine moments.