The Dan Patrick Show – Hour 3: Chiefs Panic, Chip Kelly Slander
Date: November 28, 2025
Hosts: Jonas Knox & LaVar Arrington, in for Dan Patrick and the Danettes
Podcast Network: iHeartPodcasts / Dan Patrick Podcast Network
Episode Overview
This episode dives deep into the state of the Kansas City Chiefs after a string of concerning performances, questions the "fear factor" that once defined the team, and unpacks the slander and controversy surrounding Chip Kelly’s firing. Jonas Knox and LaVar Arrington deliver their takes with humor and candid analysis, peppered with personal anecdotes and classic radio banter.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. NFL Thanksgiving Recap & Setting the Table (03:54–06:12)
- Packers beat the Lions; Cowboys took down the Chiefs; Bengals routed the Ravens.
- The hosts reflect on the realities of NFL blowouts using a “belt” metaphor:
“That belt get pulled out and you use it on somebody, and other times you get that belt pulled out and it’s used on you.” – LaVar Arrington (05:47)
2. Level of Concern: Kansas City Chiefs in Trouble? (06:14–17:06)
Chiefs' Recent Form & Losses
- Chiefs don’t look like a “big-game” team; offense is flat, defense less dominant.
- Recent questionable officiating is discussed, but both agree Dallas “looked like the better team.”
- LaVar summarizes the sense of panic:
“They don’t seem to be showing any signs of being able to win the big game right now. … This might be the first time I’m looking at this Kansas City Chiefs team and I’m saying they don’t have an answer for what’s coming their way.” (06:21–09:43)
- Discussion of Super Bowl hangover and “fear factor”: is KC no longer intimidating?
- Jonas adds context: “Now they’re a .500 team and it’s going to be December … a slight favorite to not make the playoffs, which I don’t think anybody saw happening.” (11:11)
Memorable Mahomes Quote (13:26)
- Jonas plays a Patrick Mahomes soundbite:
“Our ceiling is playing in the Super Bowl. … We’ve shown that we can lose to anybody, and so we got to be more consistent. … It starts with me being consistent throughout the entire game— not in just big moments." – Patrick Mahomes (13:26)
Future Outlook for Chiefs
- Review of remaining Chiefs schedule: “We could be looking at a 9–8 Chiefs team when this is all said and done.” – Jonas (14:49)
- LaVar’s take: “I don’t look at Kansas City and count them out just yet, but they’re getting very close. … Is the disappointment because you want to see better football and we expect that from the Kansas City Chiefs?” (14:49–16:41)
- Both discuss the loss of "boogeyman" status and its effect on how opponents approach playing them.
3. College Football – Lane Kiffin and LSU Firing Drama (17:07–21:28)
- Ongoing rumors about Lane Kiffin's future: offers from Ole Miss, LSU, and Florida.
- LSU firing Brian Kelly “without cause,” meaning they owe him $54 million.
- Jonas: “Kind of a clown show situation with LSU. … Just the handling of it has been a bit comical.” (17:01)
- LaVar: “That’s a lot of money to pay a guy. But you made the deal. Isn’t that what they say for the players? You signed the deal.” (19:00)
- They debate whether LSU’s handling would deter a coach like Kiffin, ultimately agreeing it likely wouldn’t if the contract guarantees are honored.
4. NFL Coaching Scandal: The Rat in Las Vegas & Chip Kelly Slander
(segment starts at approx. 29:20)
Who Leaked? Anatomy of a Coaching Firing
- In-depth breakdown of a Tom Pelissero report on internal leaks from the Las Vegas Raiders after firing Chip Kelly as OC.
- Pelissero details: play-calls repeatedly botched, plays called that weren’t in the game plan, and confusion among players.
- LaVar on the leak:
“You can’t speak with that type of confidence on an issue like that, where a man lost his job, unless you got that from the horse’s mouth. … That’s a reprimand. … That’s coming from somebody higher up. … It’s a hit job from Pete Carroll.” (31:18–39:29)
- Both call out the “snitching” and question the motives: Is it self-preservation for head coach or front office? Is it fair to do this to a coach so publicly?
- Jonas speculates: “Other than trying to save your own [expletive], I don’t know what this does.”
- LaVar: “You can’t outplay malfunction.” (42:35)
5. Lighter Moments and Cultural References (27:35–29:37)
- Banter about Black Friday and TV host Rob Parker’s running joke about “every Friday is Black Friday.”
- Nostalgic critique of the old TV show “Alf.”
- Recap of the Chip Kelly/Las Vegas “rat” and locker-room culture references.
6. Leftovers Segment: Fan Pranks, Stadium Golf & More (50:01–55:43)
Cultural/College Football: Egg Bowl Locker Room Scandal (51:14)
- Lane Kiffin claims Mississippi State fans broke into Ole Miss locker room, caught on camera.
- Lighter reminiscing about classic college rivalry pranks (pink locker rooms at Iowa).
Dodger Stadium as a Golf Course (53:02)
- Dodgers partnering with Upper Deck for golf inside the stadium Dec 5–7.
- Banter over golfing habits (“I will not do that sober, I’m sorry.” – Jonas, 54:31), and nostalgia for classic trading card brands (Upper Deck, Fleer, Donruss).
Personal Anecdotes & Farewells
- LaVar: “I only stole souls on game day… A thief on the field.” (51:34)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- LaVar Arrington: “They don’t seem to be showing any signs of being able to win the big game right now... This might be the first time I’m looking at this Kansas City Chiefs team and I’m saying they don’t have an answer for what’s coming their way.” (06:21)
- Patrick Mahomes (via Jonas): “...We’ve shown that we can lose to anybody and so we got to be more consistent. It starts with me being consistent throughout the entire game...” (13:26)
- Jonas Knox on LSU: “Kind of a clown show situation with LSU. … Just the handling of it has been a bit comical.” (17:01)
- LaVar Arrington on Coaching Politics: “That’s a hit job from Pete Carroll. Pete Carroll didn’t hit him out of here. Smooth move, just kept on walking, didn’t even wait to see his body drop.” (39:29)
- LaVar Arrington on Play-calling Leaks: “You can’t outplay malfunction.” (42:35)
- LaVar Arrington: “I only stole souls on game day... A thief on the field.” (51:34)
Timestamps for Major Segments
- 03:54 – Recap of Thanksgiving Day NFL games
- 06:14 – Chiefs panic and “fear factor” discussion
- 13:26 – Patrick Mahomes’ postgame comments
- 17:01 – Lane Kiffin, Brian Kelly, and college football coaching drama
- 29:20 – Chip Kelly firing, the “Las Vegas rat,” inside leaks
- 50:01 – Leftovers segment: College pranks, Dodger Stadium golf course
Summary Tone & Style
The show balances analytical NFL breakdowns with light-hearted banter, classic sports talk radio humor, and personal stories. Jonas and LaVar speak candidly, often with sarcasm, and occasionally veer into playful debates or storytelling, staying true to the spirit of the Dan Patrick Show while putting their unique stamp on the topics.
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