The Dan Patrick Show

Hour 3 – Giants Still Cooking with Russ, Belichick Still Welcome in New England

Date: September 9, 2025
Host: Dan Patrick & The Danettes (Seaton, Marvin, Todd, Dylan)
Podcast: iHeartPodcasts / Dan Patrick Podcast Network

Episode Overview

In Hour 3, Dan Patrick and his crew deliver a lively discussion on the fallout from a wild NFL Week 1, with deep dives into quarterback controversies (particularly around the Giants), the emergence of JJ McCarthy, struggles of young QBs like Caleb Williams and Kyler Murray, and the always-intriguing legacy of Bill Belichick in New England. The show is interspersed with listener calls, playful banter, and some pop culture sidebars—including musings on celebrity relationships and Dan’s brushes with magazine fame.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Vikings vs. Bears, JJ McCarthy's Emergence

• JJ McCarthy made his NFL debut, leading the Vikings to a win over the Bears with a decisive late-game touchdown. Dan notes the narrative contrast between an experienced Caleb Williams and the rookie McCarthy, both top prospects in recent years.
  • “McCarthy, nice little coming out party. Got injured last year before playing in a game and hadn’t played since winning a national championship in Michigan. Looked good… it felt like you’re trying to find your legs…” — Dan Patrick (04:38)
• Caleb Williams (Bears’ QB): Dan expresses concern that, despite Williams’ talent, the Bears continue to squander leads and lose winnable games.
  • “You’re the number one pick. He has the talent... until you needed to lean on him and you couldn’t or they didn’t. And that to me is the difference with the Bears. Gotta win those games.” — Dan Patrick (06:44)
• The panel compares Williams to Kyler Murray: plenty of talent, but questions about consistency, focus, and commitment.
  • “He feels like he’s in that Kyler Murray category where he has so much ability and just once in the blue he displays it, but it’s just not consistent.” — Marvin (07:50)

Young QBs, Effort, and Growth in the NFL

• The show riffs on how top prospects need to adjust their effort and mentality at the pro level, referencing Kyler Murray's work habits and contract clauses about studying.
  • “But if he [Kyler Murray] has to want to be great... since Pop Warner, they've been able to pick the ball up after fumbling it and being able to run it back to the house... Now what do you do?” — Dan Patrick (09:59)

Russell Wilson vs. Jackson Dart: Giants’ QB Situation

• Dan discusses whether the Giants should stick with veteran Russell Wilson or turn the reins over to rookie Jackson Dart—acknowledging the pressures on head coach Brian Daboll and the complex incentives at play.
  • “I would stay with Russell Wilson because if the team is not that good, let me let them struggle with Russ... But if I’m a Giants fan, I want to see what Jackson Dart can do. That’s our future.” — Dan Patrick (11:04)

Surprising and Disappointing Teams from NFL Week 1

• Poll results show skepticism about the Vikings’ ceiling; listeners mostly see them as a “sneaky wild card team.”
• The crew share their most notable Week 1 teams:
  • Green Bay Packers: Dominant performance.
  • Lions: Concerns about regression.
  • Bengals: Ugly offense, but a “win is a win.”
  • Dolphins: Called “just terrible...”
  • Ravens: Explosive but defensively vulnerable.
  • Listener calls add regional flavor and fan frustrations.

Listener Interactions & Notable Call-Ins

• Interesting questions and team takes from fans in Montana, Anaheim, Kansas, Texas, North Carolina, and more.
• Playful engagement about “quarterbacks who got married in the off-season,” leading to Josh Allen vs. Jordan Love, and a discussion of Allen’s movie star partner Haley Steinfeld and Justin Herbert’s relationship with influencer Madison Beer.

Football History Sidebar: Chargers & Passing Innovations

• Mini-history lesson from a listener on Sid Gillman and Don Coryell’s role in revolutionizing the passing game in football, using the Chargers as the key example.
  • “That was the beginning of the West Coast so-called passing game…” — Greg, Daytona Beach (28:59)
• The Danettes reminisce about Charger legends and their playoff woes.

Pop Culture, Sports Celebrity, & Magazine Fame

• Tangent into Dan’s experiences being profiled in Playboy, TV Guide, GQ, Esquire, and rules for “making it,” sparking playful banter about celebrity, magazine covers, and old school SportsCenter.
  • “I was in Playboy twice. That goes at the top of the resume to me.” — Dan Patrick (49:51)
  • “Serving looks… Mr. Patrick. Oh, he’s the coolest teacher in Playboy!” — Marvin (52:09)

The Belichick Legacy and Patriots Fallout

• Reflecting on Bill Belichick’s tenure, the unusual staff management (using defense coaches as offensive coordinators for Mac Jones), and the unresolved split with owner Robert Kraft.
  • “I kept thinking, OK, is Belichick just trying to prove, oh, you think I’m a genius. I’m even more of a genius. I can take my defensive coordinator, make him my offensive coordinator.” — Dan Patrick (33:43)
  • “That doesn’t feel like that’s ever going to be healed between him and Robert Kraft.” — Dan Patrick (34:00)
• Tom Brady’s move to Tampa, his subsequent Super Bowl win, and how the departure shaped the reputations of all involved.

Quick Hits & Lighthearted Moments

• References to Dan’s magazine clippings and features.
• JLo’s marriages and relationship banter: Triggered by an MVP spouse question and Marvin’s joke (“Stay married!” at 18:45).
• High school “catfish” documentary review.
• Tequila talk: Listener Jim provides insider info on Fortaleza tequila's rarity (47:12).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “I’m still waiting for Kyler Murray… but if he has to want to be great, and, you know, certain players have been great all their life, then you get to the NFL… now you have to put in the time to want to be great” — Dan Patrick (07:59)
• "If I’m a Giants fan, I want to see what Jackson Dart can do. That’s our future. I don’t like what our present is, but I do like our future here." — Dan Patrick (12:39)
• "What about you, Dylan? The Miami Dolphins, who I bet on by the way, that was just unfortunate.” — Dan Patrick (12:59)
• “The most surprising part of it—I can give a lot of credit to Green Bay… The Lions, it just, they weren’t threatening.” — Dan Patrick (13:18)
• “Browns are the Browns. Dolphins are the Dolphins.” — Dan in Ohio, listener (28:35)
• “Is there anything JLo can’t do?” — Seaton (18:39)
• “Come on, Mac Jones. Return of the Mac.” — Marvin (33:09)
• “You definitely dress like the cool teacher. Like, you know, Mr. Patrick. Oh, he’s the coolest—our teacher’s in Playboy!” — Marvin (52:09)

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Timestamp | Segment/Highlight | |-----------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 03:49 | Poll Question: Kick return or pick six; Vikings’ season ceiling | | 04:38 | JJ McCarthy’s NFL debut, Vikings-Bears recap | | 06:36 | Dissecting Bears’ loss, Caleb Williams/Kyler Murray comparison | | 09:32 | The challenge of QB growth and effort from college to the NFL | | 11:04 | Giants QB controversy: Russell Wilson vs. Jackson Dart | | 12:47 | Most memorable team performances of NFL Week 1; panel and caller opinions | | 14:37 | Listener fan calls: Montana State, Packers, Bengals, best/worst of the weekend | | 18:14 | Celebrity NFL partners: Josh Allen, Madison Beer, JLo jokes | | 27:33 | Poll results update & more fan calls | | 28:49 | Listener comments on football’s transition to a passing league, Chargers sidebar | | 33:09 | 49ers depth chart, Mac Jones riff, and Patriots coaching decisions | | 34:00 | Belichick, Kraft, and Patriots’ legacy discussed | | 36:12 | Discussion on who was responsible for Brady’s exit from New England | | 47:12 | Listener Jim gives inside info on Fortaleza tequila scarcity | | 49:51 | Dan Patrick's magazine appearances and media ‘making it’ moments | | 52:06 | Crew laughs over “cool teacher” image, more magazine talk |

Tone, Style & Additional Observations

• The episode balances insightful sports commentary with the Dan Patrick Show’s trademark sarcastic, easygoing banter.
• Frequent references to sports history, pop culture, and insider anecdotes keep the show lively.
• Listener calls—ranging from detailed football analysis to quirky music jokes—give the episode warmth and a sense of community.
• The hosts don’t shy from poking fun at themselves or each other, creating a relaxed, humorous atmosphere that’s signature to the program.

Summary Takeaway

This hour is a classic slice of the Dan Patrick Show: a seamless blend of NFL insights (especially on young QBs and coaching dynamics), listener interactions, sports history, and pop culture tangents. From the future in Minnesota and New York to the ongoing mystique surrounding Bill Belichick, Hour 3 offers both passionate football talk and plenty of laughs—ideal for diehard fans and casual listeners alike.