The Dan Patrick Show — Hour 2 (Feb 11, 2026)

Episode Focus:
Dan Patrick and the crew discuss the NBA’s tanking problem, the aftermath of the Super Bowl (with a particular focus on the Patriots’ game plan), quarterback value in the NFL, and feature an in-depth interview with Jason Garrett, former Cowboys coach and NBC analyst.

Episode Overview

This hour dives into the challenges of NBA tanking and its impact on the league’s product, reflects on the Patriots' offensive struggles in the Super Bowl, and explores major questions facing NFL teams during the offseason—especially concerning quarterback contracts. Former NFL coach and current NBC Sports analyst Jason Garrett joins the show to provide insider analysis on these topics and to reflect on his experiences with quarterback decisions in the NFL.

Key Segments & Discussion Points

1. Super Bowl Fallout — Patriots’ Struggles & Coaching Critiques

[03:42–07:23 & 08:49–12:54]

• The crew revisits the Patriots’ Super Bowl loss, especially Will Campbell’s struggles at left tackle and the lack of in-game adjustments by New England’s coaching staff.
• Dan Patrick emphasizes the importance of players addressing the media after tough losses, citing examples of sportsmanship and accountability from past athletes.
• The Patriots’ offensive line, featuring rookie starters, could not hold up against Seattle’s defensive front, yet coaching did not adapt.
• The group speculates about what Will Campbell might have said if he spoke to the media postgame, raising questions on team and coaching responsibility.

Notable Quotes:

• "You get paid to do this... the fan bases deserve to hear something from you."
  — Dan Patrick [07:48]
• "Seattle spotted a weakness; the Patriots didn’t react. They didn’t change anything."
  — Paul Pabst [09:25]

2. The Sam Darnold “Chip on the Shoulder” Marketing Pitch

[05:04–07:47]

• The crew pitches a humorous idea for a Sam Darnold commercial campaign—a play on people always saying he plays with a “chip on his shoulder.” Todd (“Fritzi”) imagines Darnold in an ad for a chip brand, flicking or eating a chip off his shoulder after finally winning.
• The segment is light, playful, and shows the show’s signature mix of sports and comedy.

Notable Quotes:

• “It’s so simple and perfect. It will work.”
  — Dan Patrick [06:58]
• “He’ll have a chip on his shoulder no longer because he’s eating it.”
  — Paul Pabst [07:18]

3. Listener Calls & Trivia Banter

[13:23–16:57]

• Listeners call in with sports trivia (like most home runs by a baseball family), and playful banter about championship parade policies in schools continues.
• One caller riffs on endorsements for Drew Brees (“Febreze hasn’t picked up Drew Brees?”), which the crew jokes about.

4. Interview with Jason Garrett — Breaking Down Coaching Decisions

[22:36–35:42]

• Jason Garrett joins the show to dissect the Patriots’ lack of offensive adjustments against Seattle.
  • He highlights that Seattle had a tougher road to the Super Bowl, sharpening them for the big game.
  • Expresses surprise that New England didn't change protection schemes or offensive philosophy to counter Seattle’s pressure.
  • Discusses the importance of “protection plans” in high-stakes games, emphasizing adaptability in coaching.

[27:36–32:42] Quarterback Value — The $35M vs $55M Debate

• The crew debates whether they would rather have a good QB at $35 million or a great one at $55 million; Garrett is emphatic:
  “Great for 55. Those guys make such a difference... If you got one, you pay him. The worst thing is you’re paying $55 million for a guy who’s not elite.”
  — Jason Garrett [27:52]

• On why teams overpay for unproven QBs:

  • “You start to feel this pressure... from the outside. Oh, you got a guy or he flashed for you. And you really got to be in your building and evaluate it hard. … You have to be careful because the only thing worse than not having a quarterback is having the wrong one that you're paying a lot of.”
    — Jason Garrett [29:23, 31:53]

• The shifting (and sometimes panicked) landscape of franchise quarterback decisions in the NFL is discussed, with skepticism toward teams rushing into huge contracts.

Memorable Segment – Drew Brees & 'What If?'

• Garrett recounts nearly bringing Drew Brees to Miami, reflecting on decisions to pass on Brees (due to injury concerns) and instead sign Daunte Culpepper—a sliding doors moment for multiple franchises.
  • “Football history could have been different if Drew Brees came to Miami when I was coaching down there.”
    — Jason Garrett [33:00]
  • On betting on Brees:
    “The fact that it’s Drew Brees makes you think—this is the kind of guy who’s going to do everything possible to get himself right. Sure enough, he only threw for 60,000 yards after we had those discussions.”
    — Jason Garrett [34:20]

5. The NBA Tanking Problem

[43:30–51:26]

• Dan Patrick opens a conversation on the prevalence of obvious tanking in the NBA, especially with the incentive to land franchise-changing young stars.
  • “Teams are being obvious. It feels like… we’re just going to sit our team down. We’re not going to play in this game.”
    — Dan Patrick [44:38]
• Debate on whether the NBA or the commissioner can reasonably address teams that are “organizationally tanking.”
  • Examples include the Utah Jazz sitting starters, the Wizards’ ongoing struggles, and marquee players missing games for nebulous reasons.
  • “After a while, if they’re not playing, I’m not watching, and you’ve got to win me back.”
    — Dan Patrick [46:20]
• Discussion extends to the impact on the league’s business partners and what, if anything, could be done (e.g., changing lottery odds, punitive actions, qualification requirements for postseason awards).

Notable Quotes & Moments

• “If you took away their draft pick unless you came up with something different… it's not the two worst teams.” — Dan Patrick [49:45], on possible solutions to tanking.
• “The only thing worse than not having a quarterback is having the wrong one you’re paying a lot of. So it’s probably better to take a breath on some of these decisions and let them prove it to you.” — Jason Garrett [31:53]
• “I can say I got an upset stomach. Fritzi pulls that all the time, and I believe him.” — Dan Patrick, joking about athlete excuses [51:10]

Important Timestamps

• Patriots Super Bowl Loss & Will Campbell's Struggles: [03:42–12:54]
• Sam Darnold "Chip" Marketing Pitch: [05:04–07:47]
• Listener Calls & Trivia: [13:23–16:57]
• Jason Garrett Interview: [22:36–35:42]
  • Seattle vs. New England breakdown: [22:36–27:36]
  • Quarterback value debate: [27:36–32:42]
  • Drew Brees Miami 'what if': [32:42–35:42]
• NBA Tanking Problem: [43:30–51:26]

Podcast Tone & Style

The episode maintains Dan Patrick's trademark blend of informed sports analysis, light-hearted humor, and genuine fandom. The conversations are candid, conversational, and occasionally self-deprecating, striking a balance between in-depth insider insight and fun, approachable banter.

For New Listeners:

This hour provides a snapshot of the Dan Patrick Show's broad sports interests and wit—touching NFL coaching philosophy, quarterback market dynamics, audience engagement, and the confounding issues facing NBA fans today. Jason Garrett’s candid perspective as a former coach is a highlight, and the back-and-forth on tanking and sports marketing encapsulates why the show remains a staple in sports talk radio.