The Dan Patrick Show – Hour 3 – “Trading Families, Jay Glazer”
Date: March 5, 2026
Podcast Network: iHeartPodcasts / Dan Patrick Podcast Network
Host: Dan Patrick
Special Guest: Jay Glazer
Episode Overview
The third hour of The Dan Patrick Show weaves together signature banter, sports news, and the unique story of MLB teammates trading families. The hour features Dan and the Danettes riffing on one of the strangest transactions in sports history, contemporary NFL and NBA developments, and an insightful segment with Fox NFL Insider Jay Glazer, who shares player stories, league news, and locker room mentalities. The show’s signature mix of humor, nostalgia, and insider access is on full display.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. The Infamous MLB "Family Trade" (01:38–13:40, returns at 17:30)
- Dan revisits the bizarre 1973 story of Yankees pitchers Fritz Peterson and Mike Kekich, who traded not just wives, but families—including children.
- Panel Discussion: Playful, incredulous exploration of how such a conversation could start, the practical logistics, and why the story has never made it to the big screen despite interest from Matt Damon and Ben Affleck.
- Notable Details:
- The trade was made at the end of 1972, publicly announced before '73 spring training.
- Peterson stayed with his new family for life; Kekich and Marilyn Peterson split soon after.
- The Danettes mock-draft scenarios of how the trade negotiation would go, with speculation about "options," "throw-ins," and "test drives."
- Memorable Quote (Dan):
“Can you do a movie on this?...I think I asked Matt Damon about it, and he said he didn’t know where it kind of stood...” (05:21)
2. NBA Injury and Team Dynamics: Jason Tatum & Celtics (13:21–16:30)
- Dan brings up Carmelo Anthony’s comments (from the "7 PM in Brooklyn" podcast) about the challenges of re-integrating a star (Jason Tatum) on a team that’s been succeeding during his absence.
- Panel Reflection:
- Balancing star egos and chemistry when lineups change.
- Debating if the Celtics could win the East without Tatum, with consensus that his presence is essential for a title run.
- Memorable Quote (Carmelo Anthony):
“The excitement of bringing JT back is gonna uplift everybody. But how you implement him is very important... that’s a tough conversation.” (14:00)
3. NFL Rumor Roundtable and Poll Results (16:30–17:44)
- Audience poll: Listeners are more curious about Aaron Rodgers’ spouse than his football future.
- Playful return to the "trading families" discussion, framing it as a "What’s behind curtain #3?" game show scenario.
4. Jay Glazer Interview – NFL Insider Access (23:49–42:23)
a. Jay Glazer on Combat Sports and Player Mentality (24:23–27:02)
- Glazer reveals he continues training NFL players in MMA (“I’d rather that kill me than die from not doing it...I need teams”).
- Praises A.J. Barner (Seattle) for work ethic; laments that today’s athletes sometimes conflate fame with greatness.
- Quote (Jay Glazer):
“Being famous ain't the same as being great.” (25:53)
b. NFL Players Who Could Transition to UFC (26:09–27:02)
- Names Miles Garrett and Maxx Crosby as top candidates for UFC-style combat:
“Miles [Garrett] put his hands on me... that was terrible, man. That was awful.” (26:17)
c. Maxx Crosby’s Future and Work Ethic (27:02–29:00)
- Maxx Crosby may be finished with the Raiders; dedication highlighted by 5:45 a.m. training routines.
d. Spotlight: Micah Parsons, Fame vs. Greatness (29:00–29:59)
- Glazer acknowledges that while Parsons wants to be great, today’s players face new distractions from personal publicity and side hustles.
e. Rapid-Fire NFL Team and Player Updates (29:59–41:42)
- Aaron Rodgers/The Steelers: Rodgers not committed yet; Glazer shares inside stories about organizational attitudes and Mike McCarthy’s coaching skills.
- Quote:
“If Aaron wants to come back and play another year, I’m sure they welcome [him] with open arms.” (31:28)
- Quote:
- Kyler Murray & Tua Tagovailoa:
- Both need to learn under strong offensive minds; bigger anticipated market for Murray than Tua due to durability concerns.
- Atlanta might target Murray over Tagovailoa.
- Quote:
“If I’m a player, I would already be tampering—usually the other way around.” (33:30)
- Rams–Chiefs Blockbuster Trade/Sean McVay:
- Glazer reports McVay is “over the moon” about the Trent McDuffie trade, backing the Rams’ “win now, proven commodities over picks” mindset.
- Recent trend of coaches being increasingly skeptical about the draft process and player intangibles due to combine changes.
- Mahomes’ Injury Timeline:
- Mahomes progressing quickly post-surgery; Glazer expects an early return.
- Compares Mahomes’ rehab mentality to Joe Burrow’s.
- Insider Life:
- Glazer details backlash “insiders” face online when reporting true but unpopular stories, including personal harassment.
- Quote:
“My job’s to report information you don’t know. If you knew it, you’d have my job.” (41:19)
5. Breaking NFL News: DJ Moore Traded to Bills (47:23–48:04)
- DJ Moore moves from the Bears to the Bills for a mid-round pick. The trade is confirmed in real time ("multiple reports") by the Danettes.
- Memorable Reaction:
“Would’ve been nice if Glazer told that before, you know, said goodbye to him.” (48:04, Dan)
- Memorable Reaction:
6. Odd Sports Facts & Listener Calls (48:04–49:57)
- Listeners contribute quirky facts (e.g., living in three centuries) and recall the MLB family trade story being optioned in Hollywood.
7. Rapid-Fire "What We Learned" Roundup (49:57–50:25)
- Panel shares quirky takeaways, such as “Jay Glazer disappears for 15 minutes at a time and it’s totally normal.”
Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)
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On the MLB Family Trade:
“Did that make the transaction wire? ...You know, where, like, you have trades or somebody’s released. These guys traded wives and families.” — Dan (05:00)
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On Modern Player Motivation:
“Being famous ain’t the same as being great. And a lot of these guys just come in now because they’re so famous. They don’t have a need to be great.” — Jay Glazer (25:53)
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On Insider Work:
“My job’s to report information you don’t know. If you knew it, you’d have my job.” — Jay Glazer (41:19)
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On Handling Star Player Injuries:
“We’re not winning an NBA title in March. We’ll win one in June.” — Dan, on easing Jason Tatum into the lineup (14:33)
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On Twitter Harassment of Insiders:
“People started going on to different people who I was training in Unbreakable—celebrities and some with drug issues—and going on to them saying, ‘I hope you OD because your stupid training partner is saying Odell’s getting traded.’ Like, it was ridiculous.” — Jay Glazer (41:11)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- MLB Family Trade Discussion: 01:38–13:40, returns at 17:30
- NBA/Celtics Injury and Locker Room: 13:21–16:30
- NFL Insider Poll & Panel Banter: 16:30–17:44
- Jay Glazer Enters: 23:49
- Glazer Main Interview: 24:23–42:23
- DJ Moore Breaking Trade: 47:23–48:04
The Show’s Tone
Light-hearted, irreverent, and punchy. The panel’s comedic riffing is punctuated by sharp sports analysis, especially with Jay Glazer’s blend of levity and insight. The team pokes fun at themselves and the sports world (“If you knew it, you’d have my job!”), always with an undercurrent of nostalgia and curiosity.
Summary
This hour of The Dan Patrick Show stands out for blending one of the wildest tales in sports history—the “family trade”—with contemporary NFL and NBA storylines and exclusive insider access. Jay Glazer’s appearance offers both entertainment and substance, as he details the realities of player ambition, the state of front offices, and the challenges of being an NFL newsbreaker. Fluid banter keeps the episode lively, while a burst of breaking news and listener oddities add extra flavor for sports fans who want insight and laughs in equal measure.