The Best of The Dan Patrick Show – Detailed Summary
Release Date: July 18, 2025
Host/Authors: iHeartPodcasts and Dan Patrick Podcast Network
Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
1. Introduction and Early Topics
The episode kicks off with co-host Bob Crawford introducing the show alongside Ra LaVar Arrington, Brady Quinn, and Jonas Knox (02:53). The hosts dive into a variety of sports topics, blending humor with insightful analysis.
2. Sports Betting with "Live Bet Jesus" ([03:44 - 07:07)
Discussion Highlights:
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Introduction to Live Bet Jesus: The hosts reminisce about a mysterious figure named "Live Bet Jesus" (LBJ) who made accurate betting picks during a FOX Sports Radio show disrupted by lightning (04:01).
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Skepticism and Critique: They express skepticism about LBJ's betting prowess, with Brady Quinn warning listeners to avoid following his bets, stating, "You want to Fade him as much as you possibly can" (04:57).
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Personal Anecdotes: Brady shares a personal experience where he lost money following LBJ's advice in Las Vegas, reinforcing the hosts' distrust (05:19).
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Impact on Betting Culture: The conversation touches on the origins of in-game wagering popularity, crediting LBJ's early influence despite doubts about his reliability (04:57).
Notable Quote:
Brady Quinn: "No part of any bet. This loser lays Lee, you can back this up too. What's his lifetime win percentage? Like 200, 300%, something like that." (05:19)
3. Golf Tournament Critique ([07:07 - 10:30])
Discussion Highlights:
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British Open Commentary: The hosts critique the aesthetic of the British Open courses, contrasting them with the picturesque Augusta National and Oakmont (07:07).
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Terminology Debate: A humorous exchange ensues about the use of "heather" on golf courses versus weeds, highlighting differing perspectives on course maintenance (07:38).
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Cultural Differences in Golf: Jonas Knox shares his less-than-friendly experiences in Ireland, citing cultural differences in social interactions, such as the tradition of "splitting the G" (a Guinness drinking ritual) (08:48).
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Consumer Preferences: The hosts discuss their personal beer preferences during golf events, adding a light-hearted touch to the conversation (10:41).
Notable Quote:
Bob Crawford: "There's nothing wrong. You're in an open field with weeds. Oh, they decided to mow that part. All right, let's tee off, everybody. It's like, come on, dude, clean up your grass." (07:45)
4. NFL Contracts and the Cincinnati Bengals ([10:30 - 43:17])
Discussion Highlights:
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T.J. Watt's New Deal: The hosts analyze T.J. Watt's three-year, $123 million contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, highlighting its significance as the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history (11:24).
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Comparisons to Other Players: They compare Watt's deal to those of Jaylen Waddle and Miles Garrett, discussing the financial dynamics within the league (12:06).
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Cincinnati Bengals' Dilemma: The conversation shifts to the Bengals' challenges in securing contracts for key players like Micah Parsons and Trey Hendrickson. The hosts debate whether the team will seek trades or offer extensions (14:39).
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Impact on Team Strategy: Brady Quinn emphasizes the Bengals' hesitation to offer competitive deals, fearing financial strain and considering existing replacements in the lineup (16:07).
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Future Projections: The hosts predict potential moves, suggesting that Micah Parsons might secure a contract soon, influenced by Watt's recent deal (43:17).
Notable Quotes:
Brady Quinn: "It's going to be harder to find. I would never say can't replace that team to the top of the market." (14:57)
Bob Crawford: "He just did nothing wrong." (45:55)
5. NFL Players Association (NFLPA) and Antitrust Issues ([33:51 - 37:25])
Discussion Highlights:
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Antitrust Concerns: The hosts delve into recent revelations about the NFLPA's potential collusion with NFL teams, questioning the integrity of player negotiations (34:07).
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Impact on Players: They discuss the implications for players, including the suppression of guaranteed money in contracts, and ponder possible legal actions, such as class-action lawsuits (36:31).
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Historical Context: The conversation provides a historical perspective on the NFL's antitrust exemption and its long-term effects on league-player relations (34:30).
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Union Leadership Challenges: The hosts speculate on leadership changes within the NFLPA and the future direction of the union amidst ongoing controversies (36:31).
Notable Quote:
Brady Quinn: "If you want to go back through the history of it and you want to go, you know, to the 60s like Pete Rozelle, you know, getting the antitrust exemption in the first place..." (35:00)
6. Viral Coldplay Concert Moment ([53:48 - 58:34])
Discussion Highlights:
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Incident Overview: A viral moment from a Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium is dissected, where a "Kiss Cam" mishap led to speculation about an affair between two attendees, Andy Byron and Kristen Cabot (53:48).
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Public and Hosts' Reactions: The hosts humorously debate whether the interaction was innocent or indicative of an affair, discussing the subsequent social media fallout (54:00).
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Clarifications and Corrections: It is later revealed that Kristen Cabot is recently divorced, adding complexity to the situation (56:31).
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Host Banter: The segment is filled with playful banter about workplace relationships and appropriate public behavior, showcasing the hosts' chemistry (57:18).
Notable Quotes:
Lee Dalap: "It was a deep fake. Turns out, they were having an affair. Moment has gone viral now." (56:22)
Bob Crawford: "That's the only thing the guy did wrong. Just the way he acted." (56:06)
7. Wrap-Up and Final Discussions ([58:34 - 63:11])
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Continuing Banter: The hosts continue their light-hearted discussions, touching on personal anecdotes and reactions to ongoing topics (58:34).
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Promotion of Show Content: Brief mentions of upcoming segments and encouragement for listeners to engage with the show's content on various platforms (53:36).
Notable Quote:
Bob Crawford: "You got my support. Just, I think this is reckless reporting." (57:49)
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Conclusion
"The Best of The Dan Patrick Show" offers a blend of serious sports analysis and entertaining banter among its hosts. From dissecting high-profile NFL contracts and union issues to critiquing golf courses and discussing viral concert moments, the episode provides listeners with both in-depth insights and lighthearted discussions. Notable interactions and memorable quotes highlight the hosts' chemistry, making the show engaging for both regular listeners and newcomers alike.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps:
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Brady Quinn on Live Bet Jesus:
"You want to Fade him as much as you possibly can. You won no part, I mean, no part of any bet." (05:19)
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Bob Crawford on British Open:
"There's nothing wrong. You're in an open field with weeds. Oh, they decided to mow that part." (07:45)
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Brady Quinn on NFL Contracts:
"If you want to go back through the history of it... the antitrust exemption in the first place..." (35:00)
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Bob Crawford on Viral Incident:
"That's the only thing the guy did wrong. Just the way he acted." (56:06)
Note:
All timestamps correspond to the provided transcript and are intended to guide listeners to specific segments discussed in this summary.
