The Dan Patrick Show – Hour 3

Episode Title: Winston's Turkey, Revenge Games & More!
Date: November 27, 2025
Hosts: Steve Covino & Rich Davis (filling in for Dan Patrick)
Location: Fox Sports Radio Studios

Overview

In this lively Thanksgiving episode, Covino and Rich bring their signature humor and relatable banter to classic holiday topics: post-football family movie choices, Thanksgiving food traditions (spotlighting Jameis Winston’s extravagant meal), and debates about sports "revenge games"—especially the upcoming Lakers-Mavs showdown and lingering narratives. The episode also features callers’ contributions, family dynamics talk, and a quick check-in about Manny Pacquiao’s son starting his pro boxing career.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Family-Friendly Thanksgiving Movie Debate

• Main segment focuses on what movies and content are truly "family-friendly" for the post-football Thanksgiving wind-down, with hosts debating the definition and sharing personal anecdotes about what works (and doesn’t) in mixed company.
• Rich’s Take: Pushes for “Love Actually,” to the mock horror of Covino, sparking an argument about levels of appropriateness at big family gatherings.
• Covino’s Take: Argues for safer, truly family-safe picks, revealing real-life mishaps when movies had surprising inappropriate scenes.

Notable Quotes:

• “That movie stinks to the high heavens. Love Actually… Love Actually stinks.” – Steve Covino (04:02)
• “You think your Aunt Sharon is like, cool with this? Like watching this together as a family? It's weird. That's the opposite of family friendly.” – Steve Covino (04:14)
• “I feel like I don't want to cave to my kids every day in my life. It's not even the kids…” – Rich Davis (14:33)

[Key Segment: Movie Debate – 02:56–15:00]

Highlights from IMDb’s “Family-Friendly Holiday Movie” List:

• Elf – universally accepted as a safe and fun pick (11:25)
• Zootopia – debated by the hosts as “too kiddie” or “too cartoony” (12:00)
• Home Alone (and Home Alone 2) – a favorite, with tie-in trivia about Macaulay Culkin’s kids not realizing he's the star (07:23, 12:44)
• Daddy’s Home & Daddy’s Home 2 – Rich’s surprise pick, with Covino agreeing it “hits every pocket of fun and funny” (09:42–10:38)
• Miracle, Mighty Ducks, Little Giants – suggested for families who want holiday sports nostalgia (16:25–17:17)
• Planes, Trains and Automobiles – recognized as a Thanksgiving classic but flagged for language (17:43–18:57)
• National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation – a favorite but “not safe for all families” due to innuendo (22:41–22:56)
• Goonies, Borat, Spaceballs – cited by listeners as unexpectedly raunchy for kids (32:14–32:53)

Co-Host and Caller Recommendations:

• Stand-up Comedy Specials: Nate Bargatze (“super family-friendly”), Fluffy (Gabriel Iglesias), Maz Jobrani, Sebastian Maniscalco (08:56)
• Old-School Classics: White Christmas, March of the Wooden Soldiers, It's a Wonderful Life (33:34, 34:08)
• Animated Options: Nightmare Before Christmas, Moana (32:14)

Listener/Caller Moments:

• Anecdotes from listeners highlight the generational tension over what is considered “appropriate” (20:05–22:50, 33:22).

2. Jameis Winston’s Thanksgiving Feast

• A segment dedicated to an audio clip of Jameis Winston describing his family’s southern-Creole holiday spread: kale, collard greens, gumbo, Creole dressing, and a special “Uncle Ray’s turkey.”
• The hosts revel in Winston’s personality, calling him “the greatest personality in football” and joking that he’d be the best Thanksgiving guest.

Notable Quotes:

• “You want to eat Thanksgiving dinner with Jameis Winston. Listen to this guy describe his Thanksgiving, man…” – Rich Davis (05:19)
• “I’m talking about it is succulent. That thing is juicy. It's spicy.” – Jameis Winston (Clip, 05:53)
• “I don’t know, Jameis Winston just seems like a dude you want to hang with, huh?” – Rich Davis (06:23)

[Key Segment: Winston’s Thanksgiving – 05:16–06:50]

3. Debate: Setting Boundaries for Family Content

• Ongoing argument: Is it more important to shelter kids completely or “let them see a bit of real life”?
  • Covino: Stronger on ‘protecting’ kid viewers, especially in mixed company with other people’s kids.
  • Rich: More relaxed, jokes about being the parent who’d show "Wedding Crashers" to a five-year-old.
• Tension peaks around "Planes, Trains and Automobiles," which Covino notes contains a notorious F-bomb-laden car rental scene (17:43–18:57).

Notable Quotes:

• “Seems like you have no gauge.” – Steve Covino to Rich (19:34)
• “I think my gauge is off.” – Rich Davis, owning it (21:39)

4. Sports Talk – NBA “Revenge Game”: Lakers vs. Mavs

• Segment turns to the high-profile Lakers-Mavs game on Black Friday, with discussion centered on:
  • Anthony Davis's (AD’s) health and motivation
  • Luka Dončić’s transformation (compared to a breakup ‘glow-up’)
  • Was the AD/Luka trade ever fair?
  • Are “revenge games” real? Both skeptical about its hype unless AD actually plays.

Notable Quotes:

• “His 32, he might as well be 62 health-wise… you know, the way he's playing.” – Steve Covino on Anthony Davis (36:03)
• “Luka won the breakup. Anthony Davis… this might not be the long-term girlfriend in Dallas.” – Rich Davis (40:42)
• “Maybe Anthony Davis is the missing piece for someone else… the story's not written yet.” – Rich Davis (42:43)

[Key Segment: Lakers-Mavs/AD Debate – 35:36–42:46]

5. Manny Pacquiao & Sons: When to Hang ’Em Up

• Quick interview recap with Jimuel Pacquiao, Manny’s son, about his own boxing debut and Manny’s rumored interest in a Mayweather rematch. Jimuel says he’d prefer his dad retire for good.
• Discussion pivots to what adult children “allow” their aging parents to keep doing—when to step in and when to let go.

Notable Quotes:

• “If it was up to me, I wouldn’t want him to fight anymore… but if he decides to take one more, then, you know, I’m here to support.” – Jimuel Pacquiao (49:18)
• “Do you let your parents keep doing the things they want, or do you step in for their safety/health?” – Rich Davis (51:22)

[Key Segment: Pacquiao Interview & Aging Parent Talk – 48:35–52:14]

6. Thanksgiving NFL Picks Rapid-Fire

• The hosts fire off quick picks for the Thanksgiving games:
  • Lions vs. Packers: Covino and Danny G pick Lions; Rich goes with Packers (52:53)
  • Hot takes on the importance of the outcomes for playoff races

Notable Quotes:

• “Loser could see themselves out of the playoff mix in a month from now.” – Rich Davis (52:53)

Memorable Moments & Timestamps

• Love Actually “family-friendly” rant: 04:02, 15:16
• Jameis Winston’s “succulent” turkey: 05:16–06:50
• Cultural/Generational divide on movies: 18:34–19:34, 21:29–22:56, 32:14–33:12
• Listener story—accidental inappropriate movie: 32:53–33:12
• Lakers/Mavs “revenge game” breakdown: 35:36–42:46
• Manny Pacquiao’s son on his dad retiring: 48:35–49:27

Summary Table: Family-Friendly Movie Picks

| Movie/Show | Host Rating | Rationale | |-----------------------------|-----------------|-------------------------------------------------------------| | Elf | Safe (all) | Classic, no edgy humor | | Daddy's Home 1 & 2 | Safe (tested) | Hits multiple generations, “underrated,” not overplayed | | Home Alone (1 & 2) | Classic | Beloved, Macaulay Culkin anecdote adds family charm | | Zootopia | Split | “Too cartoony” for adults, but fun for kids | | Planes, Trains & Automobiles| Caution | Classic but contains an F-bomb-laden scene | | Mighty Ducks/Little Giants | Sports crowd | Nostalgic, foolproof for family sports fans | | Moana, K-pop Demon Hunters | For kids | Movie is “catchy music, but parents can’t stand it” | | White Christmas, Miracle, etc.| Old-school | Works for older generations; “too slow” for the hosts’ kids |

Episode Takeaways

• Thanksgiving is all about striking a balance between adult tastes and kid-appropriate fare, especially when the extended family is in “mixed company.”
• Food talk shines: Jameis Winston’s description of his Thanksgiving is the ultimate “hang with this guy” moment.
• Nostalgia wins: When it comes to post-football traditions, movies and comedies that everyone can agree on—even if a little bland—are the safest call.
• Sports talk is spicy, too: The looming Lakers-Mavs tilt is less “revenge” and more “can Anthony Davis stay healthy,” serving as a metaphor for both the NBA and life transitions.
• Heartfelt moments: The segment with Jimuel Pacquiao reflects on generational change, boundaries, and appreciating aging parents’ independence.

For listeners who missed the show:
This episode is a conversational, funny walk through family traditions, film favorites, sports drama, and heartfelt holiday reflections—all with the Covino and Rich pop-culture spin. With plenty of stories and real-life calls, it feels just like hanging out with your own family after a big meal—arguments, nostalgia, and all.