The Dan Patrick Show - Hour 2

Date: November 13, 2025
Main Topics: Nick Sirianni’s Handling of AJ Brown, Dallas Mavericks Drama with Insider Tim MacMahon

Episode Overview

This hour of The Dan Patrick Show focuses on:

• The ongoing tension between Eagles Coach Nick Sirianni and wide receiver AJ Brown
• What’s wrong with the Dallas Mavericks after the trade of Luka Dončić and the firing of GM Nico Harrison
• NBA insights from ESPN's Tim MacMahon, including ownership missteps, Mavericks future, and All-Star game ideas
• Sports news quick hits, Hall of Fame QB debates, fan call-ins, and a lighthearted road update from Seaton

Key Discussion Points

Eagles Drama: Sirianni, AJ Brown & Leadership

(Start ~00:23:00)

• Ongoing issues between AJ Brown and the Eagles are discussed. Dan Patrick suggests it’s a recurring locker room concern, not a media invention.

• Sirianni’s testy responses to press about Brown’s frustration are played, showing a coach “close to being done” answering these questions.

  “I'm close to being done answering these questions...He’s working hard and he is a big part of this game plan.”
  — Nick Sirianni (via Dan Patrick, 00:33:35)

• The Danettes joke about target counts, with Todd suggesting,

  “Last I looked, he (AJ Brown) makes $30 million. He's playing for the defending Super Bowl champs. Is it something as selfish as my targets?”
  — Todd Fritz (00:34:50)

• Dan criticizes the Eagles' communication style:

  “You might be done talking about this. The media’s not done. The media didn’t create this. Your player created this.”
  — Dan Patrick (00:34:02)

• Callers weigh in on locker room dynamics. One asks if Jalen Hurts should step in as a leader—Dan thinks all parties (QB, coach, coordinator) need to hash it out together:

  “Let’s discuss this instead of having these cryptic messages…That’s the problem I have…”
  — Dan Patrick (00:37:50)

• Emphasis on the Eagles’ overall offensive stagnation, not just Brown’s usage.

Dallas Mavericks Mayhem: Inside with Tim MacMahon (ESPN)

(Starts 00:52:40, Feature Interview until ~01:10:00)

Summary of the Situation

• The Mavericks’ front office is in disarray after trading away franchise star Luka Dončić, firing of GM Nico Harrison, and a disappointing start to Cooper Flagg’s rookie year.

• MacMahon bluntly assesses the situation:

  “This thing could not go worse…the Mavericks have the worst offense in the league, while Luka Doncic is lighting it up for the Los Angeles Lakers.”
  — Tim MacMahon (00:54:45)

On Firing Nico Harrison

• Firing “placated fans,” but justified, says MacMahon, given the disastrous fallout of trading Dončić.

  “It was just a horrendous case of general manager malpractice…no justification of Nico Harrison continuing to be the general manager…”
  — Tim MacMahon (00:54:55)

Ownership’s Role & Cuban’s Ouster

• MacMahon stresses owner Patrick Dumont’s responsibility for the trade.

• Harsh words for Mark Cuban, now sidelined after selling the team but initially claiming control:

  “Cuban was complete...the world's richest mascot. That was Mark Cuban's role for the first probably year plus of Dumont's tenure as governor.”
  — Tim MacMahon (00:58:00)

Luka Dončić’s Growth, Future, & Lakers Fit

• Dan asks if Luka is “getting better” or just in shape.
• MacMahon:

  “You see the commitment to conditioning. He’s also, I think, grown up a lot…Now he’s involved, making phone calls...all things the face of the franchise needs to do…”
  — Tim MacMahon (01:01:35)

Mavericks Future: Blow It Up?

• They discuss the franchise options after Cooper Flagg’s arrival. MacMahon notes draft capital constraints, due to previous trades, limit full rebuilds.
• Possibilities for trading Anthony Davis and long-term planning, but the team can only “bottom out” for one year due to lost picks.
• Cooper Flagg’s desire to win ASAP complicates the process.

Notable Quote

“You can benefit from being bad one year and one year only…Cooper Flagg wants to compete asap. They've got to get a lot of things right to give him that chance.”
— Tim MacMahon (01:07:50)

NBA All-Star Game Format

• Dan raises the new All-Star format (USA vs World), seeking MacMahon’s thoughts.
• MacMahon: “I don’t give a crap about the All-Star Game,” preferring to spend the break “on a beach somewhere.” (01:10:15)
• However, he admits the international-American matchup might spark real pride and competition, especially for global stars like Luka and Jokic.

Other Segments

QB Hall of Fame Poll & Early Careers

(00:13:40)

• Dan and the crew debate which young QBs (Jaden Daniels, Drake Maye, Caleb Williams) have Hall of Fame potential. Dan leans “none of the above”, suggesting Super Bowl appearances are essential.

  “You can put up great numbers, but it feels like you’re judged by your Super Bowl appearances…”
  — Dan Patrick (00:14:10)

Paul Skenes/Pirates News

(00:17:15)

• Skenes wins Cy Young; debates arise about small-market teams retaining stars.

  “Even if he was interested in the Yankees, that’s the right thing to say—that he is a Pittsburgh Pirate…”
  — Dan Patrick (00:18:25)

Fun Call-Ins, Betting Antics & Locker Room Leadership

(00:38:40 – 00:46:00)

• Listeners relate amusing sports encounters and pop culture.
• One brings up Dan Campbell’s now-celebrated “biting kneecaps” intro, which went from being mocked to embraced as the Lions win more.

Seaton’s Road Update: The Lonely DJ

(01:18:55)

• Seaton O’Connor calls in from Kansas on the road trip for the Mako contest giveaway, waxing poetic on sunsets and pondering if you can still “love a band” if you only enjoy two out of 10 albums.

  “Can you really love a band if you only like about 20% of their music?”
  — Seaton O’Connor (01:21:48)

• The crew weighs in philosophically; Seaton refuses to out the band, but there's wild speculation.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Tim MacMahon on Mavericks’ woes:
  “Just a horrendous case of general manager malpractice.” (00:54:55)
• Dan Patrick on Eagles drama:
  “You might be done talking about this. The media is not done. The media didn’t create this. Your player created this.” (00:34:02)
• Nick Sirianni’s exasperation:
  “I'm close to being done answering these questions...He’s working hard and he is a big part of this game plan.” (00:33:35)
• Fan call (Zach in Knoxville) on locker rooms policing themselves:
  “How much of this is on Jalen Hurts?”
• Seaton, existentially on the road:
  “I’ve got a lot of time with my thoughts.” (01:19:43)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Eagles / Sirianni–Brown Drama: 00:23:00 – 00:38:00
• Danettes’ Hall of Fame Poll & QB talk: 00:13:40 – 00:17:00
• Paul Skenes/Pirates Debate: 00:17:15 – 00:21:00
• Call-in: Locker Room Leadership: 00:38:40 – 00:40:00
• Call-in: Betting / Movie Reference: 00:41:35
• Call-in: Dan Campbell Pressers: 00:45:15
• Tim MacMahon Mavericks Interview: 00:52:40 – 01:10:30
• Seaton’s Road Update: 01:18:55 – 01:25:00

Tone and Style

• Lively, conversational, full of sports-insider banter.
• Dan Patrick blends humor, skepticism, and sharp critique.
• The Danettes chime in with jokes, stats, and radio camaraderie.
• Guest Tim MacMahon is blunt and analytical, with sharp one-liners.
• Seaton adds a whimsical, slightly existential road flavor.

Summary

This hour of The Dan Patrick Show delivers pointed takes on the Eagles’ AJ Brown soap opera and the spectacular implosion (and uncertain path forward) for the Dallas Mavericks, with ESPN’s Tim MacMahon providing vivid insider analysis. Sprinkled throughout are fun sports call-ins, running jokes, and genuine sports radio camaraderie, making it lively and informative for any fan.