The Pat McAfee Show 2.0 – Episode 1428: Overreaction Monday, NFL Week 6 Recap & MNF Preview

Date: October 13, 2025
Host: Pat McAfee
Co-Hosts: AJ Hawk, Darius Butler, Boston Connor, Ty Schmidt, Tone Digs
Guests: Adam Schefter, Heather Dinich, Dan Orlovsky

Episode Overview

This Overreaction Monday episode delivers a high-energy breakdown of NFL Week 6's chaos, bold predictions, and lighthearted takes as Pat and his crew bounce around the league. The show sets the table for a unique Monday Night Football doubleheader, covers major storylines from the gridiron, addresses college football’s seismic coaching shakeups, and hosts a stream of insiders who unpack the implications for the NFL and beyond. Expect the signature mix of football expertise and locker-room riffs.

Key Segments and Highlights

1. NFL Week 6 — Top Headlines & “First 15” Segment

(Start – 46:30)

• Pat launches “First 15”—the no-huddle, 15-minute deep dive into the week’s five juiciest headlines, with Darius Butler in lockstep.

Headline 1: Chargers' Comeback & Justin Herbert’s Ascension

(03:56)

• Justin Herbert leads a dramatic, last-minute win over the Dolphins, stoking was-he-the-real-top-pick debates.
• Pat raves about Herbert’s “magic man” arsenal, leadership through chaos, and new synergy with OC Jim Harbaugh.
  • “He’s doing everything right this year so far.” – Darius Butler (08:04)
• Discussion on the 2020 QB draft class and revisionist hindsight from teams and fans.

Headline 2: Tua’s Post-Game Comments & Dolphins' Locker Room Issues

(11:02 – 14:40)

• Tua Tagovailoa calls out Dolphins’ team discipline and leadership via the press—sparking debate on QB leadership etiquette.
  • “Every ex-player has spoken about this and said, this is a terrible decision.” – Pat (12:54)
  • “Less talking from Tua would be better going forward, in my opinion.” – Darius Butler (14:40)
• The cast questions the wisdom of airing internal issues in public, especially after a team loss.

Headline 3: NFL Europe — Jets' London Disaster & Coaching Woes

(14:54 – 19:09)

• Apologies to UK fans after a historically bad London game (fewest international first downs ever).
  • “That was by far the worst one of all time. So we’d like to say, hey Governor, sorry about it.” – Pat (14:54)
• Nitpicking Aaron Glenn’s halftime mismanagement and the Jets’ embarrassing offensive line issues.
• Calls for patience and perspective: Denver’s historic defense gets credit for exposing New York and Chicago's flaws.

Headline 4: MVP Candidates Emerge

(20:38 – 30:56)

• The table debates early MVP frontrunners: Baker Mayfield, Drake Maye, Sam Darnold, Danny “Indiana Jones” Downs, and Patrick Mahomes.
• Baker’s rebirth in Tampa is a signature story:
  • “All Baker does is get up and say, yup, give me more of that.” – Pat (21:55)
  • Running theme: perseverance of cast-off QBs (Baker, Darnold, Daniel Jones) in new homes.

Headline 5: Chaotic Chiefs-Lions Ending, JuJu/Brian Branch Brawl

(36:53 – 39:12)

• Heated postgame Chiefs-Lions melee: Brian Branch’s smackdown of JuJu Smith-Schuster draws calls for discipline.
  • “It’s a black eye for the NFL in general.” – Darius Butler (38:25)
• The segment doubles as a broader discussion on league discipline, player fines, and sportsmanship initiatives.

2. Injury Woes, Trade Deadline, and Adam Schefter’s Inside Reports

(41:07 – 56:15)

• Colts’ Injury Carnage: Pre-game chaos as two key Colts (Ward, Anthony Richardson) suffer rare warmup injuries.

  • “I don’t recall a team losing a player in pregame warmups…no less two players to significant injuries.” – Adam Schefter (41:30)

• NFL Trade Deadline Preview:

  • Schefter ticks through teams prepping to buy or sell; the Browns “open for business”, Dolphins being watched closely.
  • “Browns are like, hey listen, whatever you got, let’s make a deal.” – Pat (48:36)

• Coaching Carousel: Hot Seat Updates

  • No imminent head coach firings at time of show—minutes later, the Titans fire Callahan, which the crew covers in real-time.

3. College Football Chaos: Coaching Changes, Playoff Outlook, and Heather Dinich’s Insights

(65:33 – 81:07)

• James Franklin Out at Penn State:
  • How Penn State’s resources make it a “destination” job.
  • Indiana’s rise under Signetti and his name circling big jobs.
  • The Big Ten’s shifting playoff picture and the looming SEC playoff “overload.”
    • “Why would we limit ourselves when if you look over the past stretch of the College Football Playoff, we could get more than four teams in?” – Heather Dinich (74:09)
• Notre Dame’s Playoff Road, Texas, and the Heisman Race:
  • Notre Dame’s strength of schedule positions them as a playoff possibility.
  • Heather Dinich makes the rare call for a defensive Heisman, spotlighting Reuben Bane Jr.

4. Monday Night Football Doubleheader Preview with Dan Orlovsky

(85:45 – 105:37)

• Bills vs. Falcons:

  • Dan Orlovsky on the Falcons’ young, athletic defense and their “all-in” mentality.
    • “They unapologetically have said they went all in…they want to go after teams physically and be the fastest team in the NFL.” – Dan Orlovsky (87:35)
  • Watch for both teams pounding the run; high-scoring shootout predicted.

• Bears vs. Commanders:

  • The progress of Caleb Williams under pressure; Jaden Daniels and the Commanders’ offensive identity.
  • Trick formations (4x1 sets, heavy OL packages) highlighted as key trends.

5. Fan Overreactions & Social Media Pulse

(151:00 – End)

• Fans tweet wild proclamations (“Colts are the best team in the NFL!”, “Baker for MVP!”, “Jets will go 0-17”).
• Panel reflects: The NFL is so close—three plays make/break a season; moods swing on a single Sunday.
• “The NFL is so close—the difference between winning and losing is razor thin.” – Pat (183:53)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Justin Herbert’s signature play (06:07):
  “Herb’s back to throw, defender wrapped around him, just mighty man it, Ladd does his stop fly by, and starts getting that necessary yardage, here comes Zion Johnson flying ahead of Ladd, gets that block...I’m going to remember that play until they throw dirt over the top of me.” – Pat McAfee

• On Tua’s Leadership (14:40):
  “In my experience…the best teams, the players police the room. So I don’t know what his point was, but I’d say less talking from Tua would be better going forward, in my opinion.” – Darius Butler

• On NFL Europe's London Game (14:54):
  “We would like to apologize for that game. That was by far the worst one of all time.” – Pat McAfee

• On Baker’s MVP run (21:55):
  “All Baker does is get up and say, yup, give me more of that. And his entire energy has radiated through the Tampa Bay area.” – Pat McAfee

Timestamps for Key Segments

• First 15 / Top NFL Stories: 03:56 – 39:12
• Injuries/Trade Deadline/Schefter: 41:07 – 56:15
• College Football & Dinich Interview: 65:33 – 81:07
• Dan Orlovsky MNF Preview: 85:45 – 105:37
• Callahan Titans Firing & Coaching Carousel: 109:34 – 113:12
• Fan Overreactions / Social Media Pulse: 151:00 – End

Running Themes & Tone

• Relatable Football Fandom: The show is a celebration of overzealous fans, emotional swings, and weekly declarations of doom or destiny.
• Locker Room Banter: The cast keeps the energy light, quick, and irreverent, with inside jokes, quick pivots, and plenty of self-deprecation.
• Insider Access: Integrates immediate injury updates, live reactions to news, and pulls in ESPN’s leading reporters for context.
• Entertainment Meets Analysis: While the jokes fly, the insight is sharp–from scheme breakdowns to MVP odds, and the unique challenges of modern coaching.

Summary for Non-Listeners

This episode encapsulates everything that’s made “The Pat McAfee Show” a staple for football fans: fast-paced breakdowns of NFL (and college) high jinks, deep dives with ESPN’s best insiders, and the perfect blend of humor and knowledge. Whether you want to know why Justin Herbert might finally be “the guy,” how the Dolphins' QB room is fraying, who should be on your MVP radar, or why insider news drops faster on this show than anywhere else, PMS 2.0 delivers—and never takes itself too seriously.