The Dan Patrick Show
Hour 2 – Pass-Hole, Gerald McCoy
Date: September 29, 2025
Host: Dan Patrick & Danettes (Paulie, Todd, Marvin, Seaton, Mark)
Notable Guest: Gerald McCoy (NFL Network analyst, former NFL defensive tackle)
Episode Overview
This episode blends the show's signature sports banter and humor with in-depth football analysis and lively audience participation. The main themes are NFL weekend outcomes, struggles of specific teams (notably the Ravens and Packers), college football coaching hot seats, and insight into special teams play with guest Gerald McCoy.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. NFL Weekend Recaps and Reactions (03:55–10:49)
- Upcoming Games: Bengals vs. Broncos (Bengals +7.5), Jets vs. Dolphins (Jets +2.5).
- Dolphins' Situation: Dan speculates about head coaching changes if the Dolphins lose to the Jets and whether Miami might start trading assets (“I don't know if you survive losing to the Jets at home.” – Dan, 05:12).
- Packers' Slide: Dan expresses concern about Green Bay’s defense after a loss to the Browns (“their best team in football”—not so sure anymore, 06:47).
- Notable quote: “All of a sudden, you see when Patrick Mahomes has a little bit of speed there to break things up, big difference.” – Dan (07:09)
- Cowboys Consistency: Predicts Dallas will be “fun, entertaining,” but questions Green Bay’s sudden struggles.
- Ravens’ Defensive Collapse: The crew is united in criticizing Baltimore’s defense:
- “They're embarrassingly bad.” – Marvin (07:43)
- “Lamar is gonna have to be in a shootout every single week.” – Paulie (07:49)
- “The Ravens used to lead with their defense.” – Paulie (09:31)
- Derrick Henry's Struggles: Analogized to the "yips," concern over fumble troubles and usage; frustration at his limited carries (“You have to have him out there even as a decoy.” – Marvin, 09:11).
2. Audience Calls: Best & Worst of the Weekend (11:20–16:21)
- Todd’s ‘Pass-Hole’ Fame: Listeners support or mock Todd for his left-lane driving debate; Pass-Hole shirts now available.
- Yankees & Giants: A caller laments the Yankees’ near-division win and risky matchup with the Red Sox; praises Giants’ rookie performance.
- Dak Prescott Praise: “Lobbying for the face mask as the play still going on”—caller loved Dak’s in-game effort.
- Worries About Game Ties: Calls for a return to 15-minute NFL overtime to avoid ties.
- Commanders & MLB Musings: Another caller laments the Nationals' missing the playoffs and predicts the Cubbies could be dangerous.
- New NFL Kickoff Rule: “That new kickoff rule is turning into something real.” – James in Virginia (15:52)
3. College Football Coaches on the Hot Seat (16:44–19:53)
- Worst Weekend: Coaches Poll:
- James Franklin (Penn State), Brian Kelly (LSU), Sam Pittman, Kirby Smart.
- “If you're 4 and 21 against ranked teams, that's a habit. That's a pattern.” – Dan (17:20)
- Penn State Standards: Does 10-win consistency matter if a coach never wins the big one? “Why can’t I have both?” – Paulie (18:19)
- LSU Coaching Tensions: Despite Marcus Spears (“Swagu”) saying Brian Kelly's “rock solid,” Dan isn’t convinced, citing “he’s not one of theirs” feeling.
4. Interview: Gerald McCoy on Special Teams & NFL Trends (29:18–44:08)
Blocked Kicks and Special Teams Impact (29:41–31:21)
- Why So Many Blocked Kicks?
- “We're seeing the importance of all three phases of the game… When you take it serious, you see what can happen. But when you are kind of BSing through it, these are the things that can happen.” – Gerald McCoy (29:54)
- Draws analogy to clutch plays in other sports, like LeBron’s finals block (31:42).
- Momentum Swings: Special teams can change games like a “home run or a dunk.”
Should the NFL Allow Ties? (32:45–33:15)
- McCoy: “No, I don’t like ties at all.” Suggests adopting college OT style: “Just go and put it on [the] 25 and let's see what happens.”
Assessment of the Packers (33:22–35:38)
- McCoy: “I was not [all-in after two weeks].”
- He cautions against early season hype, noting Packers hadn’t been properly tested yet.
- “You do not know who's who until about week nine of the season.” – Gerald McCoy (35:16)
Ravens Defensive Woes & Chiefs’ Resurgence (35:38–40:24)
- On Baltimore: “You’ve got to keep people out the end zone, man… If your offense is getting 37 points a game, you shouldn’t be losing.” – Gerald McCoy (35:49)
- Notes defenses have learned to stifle Lamar Jackson by “packing the middle of the field.”
- On Kansas City: Attributes resurgence to the return of Xavier Worthy. “They just haven't been able to put up points like they normally do. Well, now they're gonna start scoring points…” (39:14)
Rookies at the Line of Scrimmage (40:24–42:30)
- Rookie QBs’ Cadence: Not so much what they sound like, but their inability to manipulate snap counts as veterans do. “Rookies… their coaches told them, ‘That guy right there, make sure you keep your eyes on him.’” – Gerald McCoy
Best/Worst QB Cadences (42:30–44:08)
- On Aaron Rodgers: “Green 18—his was so aggressive that you lose sight of all the other things… that's why he caught so many people with that free play.” – Gerald McCoy (42:39)
- On Russell Wilson: Also has a great hard-count, described as “loud and aggressive.”
- Locker Room Humor: Briefly lightens the tone on intense Sunday atmospheres.
5. More Listener Best and Worst & Final Takes (49:12–55:10)
- Vanderbilt Football’s Scoring Feat: “First time the Commodores have scored 50 points in consecutive games in 110 years.” – Todd (49:19)
- Christian Pulisic’s European Soccer Heroics: Six goals, three assists for AC Milan.
- Ben Johnson’s Interview Blow-up: Multiple Danettes critique coaches being snippy at halftime.
- Puka Nacua’s Big Game: “13 receptions, 170 yards and a touchdown as the Rams beat the previously undefeated Colts.” – Marvin (51:32)
- Notre Dame Blowout, MLB Playoff Setups, Lions Revival: Wide range of “best” and “worst” stories from listeners and Danettes.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Special Teams:
“If you don’t take this part seriously, these are the things that can happen. These are elite athletes. These are the best athletes in the world…”
– Gerald McCoy (29:54) - On Blocked Kicks as ‘Game Changers’:
“LeBron's block in the Finals versus Golden State…those moments change everything.”
– Gerald McCoy (31:42) - On Early Season Hype:
“You can't crown people super early. You gotta let the season play out…You do not know who's who until about week nine.”
– Gerald McCoy (35:16) - On Defensive Failures:
“If your offense is getting 37 points a game, you shouldn’t be losing. That’s just reality.”
– Gerald McCoy (36:02) - On Quarterback Snap Counts:
“No rookie is going to look and see Miles Garrett and be thinking about, ‘Let me switch the snap count.’ They're gonna be thinking, ‘All right, Miles is right here.’”
– Gerald McCoy (41:58)
Key Timestamps
- NFL weekend storylines & fan calls: 03:55–16:21
- Coaching hot seat & poll results: 16:44–19:53
- Interview – Gerald McCoy on special teams: 29:18–44:08
- Blocked kicks, tie games: 29:41–33:15
- Packers & Ravens analysis: 33:22–40:24
- QB cadences & field general tips: 40:24–44:08
- Danette Best/Worst & listener wrap-up: 49:12–55:10
Tone and Style Notes
- Laid-back, witty, and sometimes irreverent banter.
- Mix of sports analysis and humor; seamless blend of guest expertise and listener engagement.
- Each segment is conversational, highly opinionated, and punctuated by authentic back-and-forth among the Danettes and Dan.
For Listeners Who Missed the Show
This episode is a must for fans who enjoy the intersection of NFL strategy—especially special teams and QB play—and old-school sports talk. Gerald McCoy provides a window into locker room preparation and game dynamics, while Dan and the crew break down both on-field analysis and the off-field narratives, from coaching jobs to viral social debates (hello, “Pass-Hole” shirts). The mix of lightness and substance ensures there's something for both hardcore and casual sports fans.
End of Hour 2 Summary