The Dan Patrick Show — Hour 3

Episode Date: September 15, 2025
Main Themes: NFL Week 2 Overreactions, Colts' Historic Start, Field Goal Rule Debate, Emmy Awards Reaction, Listener Calls

Episode Overview

The third hour of the Dan Patrick Show dives into the perennial theme of NFL overreactions after the second week of the season, with a special focus on the Indianapolis Colts’ record-setting offensive performance. Dan and the Danettes blend highlights from an eventful NFL Sunday — including kicker controversies and memorable games — with lighthearted banter about Emmy wins and TV recommendations. Listener calls add to the show's signature mix of sports fandom, personal anecdotes, and comedic relief.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. NFL Week 2: Overreactions and Reality Checks

• Joe Burrow Injury:

  • Breaking news: "Joe Burrow out for at least three months. He will need toe surgery." (03:26)
  • Dan reminds listeners to avoid early overreactions, invoking lessons from Bill Cowher and Bill Belichick about judging teams only after a month has passed:
    • "Week two of the NFL season is another reminder of why overreacting to week one is always a mistake." (03:26)
    • "Bill Belichick gets credit for using the first four weeks as sort of his preseason..." (04:44)

• Monday Night Football Doubleheaders:

  • Paulie outlines the season’s five MNF doubleheaders (06:32):
    • Weeks: 2, 4, 6, 7, and 18; rationale—higher chance of at least one good game per night.
  • Dan is skeptical:
    • "I'm not keen on it. Now, if you said Fox was going to show a game and ESPN was going to show a game, okay, but this is ABC and ESPN." (06:05)

• NFL Week 2 Results:

  • Colts set a record:
    • "The Colts scored on their first three possessions in the win against the Broncos. They're the first team in NFL history to score on every one of their first 10 offensive possessions of a season. They haven’t punted yet in the first two games." (08:05)

2. Special Teams Chaos & Rule Debates

• Leverage Penalty Controversy:
  • Dan and the crew break down the Colts/Broncos ending:
    • On a field goal, a leverage penalty gave the Colts an easier kick and the win.
    • Dan on the penalty and the entertainment factor:
      • "Don't you think it would be more entertaining... you should be able to throw a teammate in the air to try to block a field goal? If it's going to become routine for the place kicker, why don't we give the defense an opportunity?" (11:49)
  • Paulie clarifies the rule:
    • "It's called the leverage rule, and they didn't really explain it right after the call..." (12:32)
  • Group jokes about potential ways to spice up FG blocks, treating it like a fun playground game.

3. Listener Calls: Best & Worst of the Weekend

• Personal Sports Pain & Joy:

  • Callers share personal highs and lows from football weekend.
    • Example: James from Virginia shouts out the Commanders, laments Clemson's start, and discusses the Burrow injury (14:40).
    • Dale recounts listening to the Colts’ game in the car, tension over a missed field goal, and a show bet involving pie in the face (15:53).

• Show Bets and Office Banter:

  • The Danettes discuss internal bets, pie-throwing consequences, and playful blame over who instigated a segment recap (16:18–17:21).

4. Emmy Awards Reactions & TV Talk

• Emmys Recap & Show Recommendations:
  • Dan and the Danettes riff on what shows stood out.
    • Paulie: Loved "The Pit" (ER-style but grittier), highlights Seth Rogen's show with innovative cinematography (28:30, 29:49).
    • Paul: Praises "Severance" and "Penguin" (28:53).
    • Dan: Appreciates "Hacks" and notes its Joan Rivers inspiration (29:17).
    • Paulie recommends "Paradise" starring Sterling K. Brown but won’t spoil the twist (31:51).
    • Discussion on "White Lotus" and show-watching habits (32:16).
    • Lighthearted digression about actors’ faces, names, and spouses keeping better track of shows (33:08).

5. More Listener Calls & Quick Takes

• College Football:

  • Discussion about the Lions steamrolling Ben Johnson's Bears, Miami's troubles, and a nod to upsets and individual performances (34:52).
  • Callers share both football joy and heartbreak over missed college kicks and question coaching jobs and future hopes.

• NFL Landscape:

  • More takes on Chiefs' “.0-2” record, the new AFC power balance, and ongoing struggles for teams like the Steelers and Dolphins (36:27, 37:09).

6. Late-Breaking Banter: Movies and Oscars

• Best Picture Controversies:
  • Dan relives the surprise of "Saving Private Ryan" losing out to "Shakespeare in Love" (44:30):
    • “...my wife looks at me like, that's not going to be a good after party... it was more of a wake than it was now.”
  • Marvin on Oscar upsets:
    • “Is that one of those best picture wins like Forrest Gump, where now looking back... you're like, they beat whatever movie like Pulp Fiction and Shawshank?” (45:56–46:09)
  • Extended riffing on "Shawshank Redemption’s" legacy, ending, and its cultural impact in China (47:13–47:54).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Dan Patrick on Week 2 Reactions:

  • “Two weeks, nowhere near enough information, sample size to go, I have a great feeling or I have a bad feeling. I know exactly what this player, this team is going to be like.” (04:20)

• Dan Patrick on field goal rules:

  • “If it's going to become routine for the place kicker, why don't we give the defense an opportunity to... grab your guy and throw him up in the air and see if he can block it.” (12:00)

• Paulie on pie bet tension:

  • “As they lined up for that kick, I told my kids, guys, this kick is not only for the game, but it's for Todd to get a pie in the face. And... the anticipation in the car went from a nine to a Fritzy 11.” (15:53)

• Dan Patrick on Emmy nominated TV:

  • “...sometimes you watch those shows, you're reminded of these shows. But did anybody have a boy? That was the best show I saw this year...” (27:46)

• Marvin on watching movies:

  • "You're one of those guys. You see somebody on tv, he's in the Damn... What's that called? Yeah, you're the snap your finger guy." (33:08)

• Dan on Oscars surprise:

  • “...the post party at the Academy awards was Saving Private Ryan and it was more of a wake than it was now.” (44:30)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:26] NFL Week 2 Overreactions & Joe Burrow update
• [06:32] MNF Doubleheaders Schedule
• [08:05] Colts’ Historic Start, Stat of the Day
• [11:49] Broncos/Colts, Leverage Penalty, Field Goal Rules Debated
• [14:40] Listener Call: James in Virginia on weekend recap, Burrow injury, Chiefs
• [15:53] Listener Call: Dale, Pie in the Face Bet
• [16:28–17:21] Behind-the-scenes banter on show bets and audio recaps
• [28:30–32:16] Emmy Recap and TV Recommendations
• [34:52] Listener Call: College Football Weekends, Miami’s woes
• [44:30–47:54] Dan & Danettes discuss Oscar upsets, "Saving Private Ryan," "Shawshank Redemption"

Summary Takeaways

• NFL Reactions: Dan and team urge everyone to hold off on snap judgments about teams or players, emphasizing established coaches’ tendency to treat the opening month as an extended preseason.
• Colts Offense: Indianapolis is making history in efficiency and execution, while special teams rules and penalties become a focal point for debate — especially after leverage penalties determine outcomes.
• Listener Engagement: The show weaves in clever, passionate calls from fans sharing personal moments, sport heartbreak, and playful social bets.
• Pop Culture Corner: Segues into post-Emmy TV favorites and Oscar hindsight offer light moments, reminding listeners of the show’s unique blend of sports and entertainment.
• Consistent Tone: The episode shows off Dan Patrick’s signature balance of insight, wit, and behind-the-scenes camaraderie.

Overall:
Hour 3 is a quintessential example of The Dan Patrick Show — smart sports talk, fan participation, offbeat humor, and a fluid blend of culture and competition, all delivered with self-aware, industry-savvy flair.