The Pat McAfee Show 2.0 – Episode 1442

Date: October 31, 2025
Hosts & Guest Lineup: Pat McAfee (as Peter Neverville), AJ Hawk, The Toxic Table (assorted personas), Dan Orlovsky, Coach Bill Cowher (impersonated), Nick Saban, and a robust supporting cast in full Halloween regalia.

Episode Overview

This special Halloween episode brings the signature, high-energy, off-the-cuff banter of The Pat McAfee Show with a festive twist: the entire crew and guest list are in costume (and character), riffing on NFL Week 9, the Thursday Night Football (TNF) Ravens-Dolphins recap, World Series happenings, big college football matchups, recent NFL front office drama, and a healthy dose of football-style life philosophy. Notably, the episode spotlights the abrupt firing of Dolphins GM Chris Grier, Lamar Jackson’s star performance, and features extended bits with "Heavenly Hulkster" and "Harry Potter," plus expert guest commentary from Dan Orlovsky and Nick Saban.

Key Segments & Insights

1. TNF Recap – Lamar Jackson & Dolphins Dismay

00:00–13:09

• Main Message: Lamar Jackson’s return was electric—four TD passes, top-tier play both in the air and on the ground, drawing comparisons to all-time greats.
• Dolphins’ Downfall: Miami’s performance characterized as “ass cheeks”; major decision blunders (e.g., fade on fourth and two), signs of disarray in the locker room, capped by the firing of GM Chris Grier.
• Quotes:
  • Peter Neverville: "What I see from Lamar Jackson is, holy shit good. This type of guy...Mount Rushmore type guy." (00:29)
  • Heavenly Hulkster: "The Dolphins fucking suck. Tua stinks." (05:04)
  • Harry Potter: "I'm very happy for Gumps to have his GM finally fired...I wonder if his team hates his guts even more because he was yelling at them." (07:21)

2. NFL Front Office Fallout – Dolphins’ Firing

13:09–16:29

• Chris Grier’s résumé and legacy dissected as a cautionary tale for front offices going all-in and falling short. Discussion also widens to broader Miami organizational challenges (distractions, inconsistent culture, GM vs. coach tension).

3. Comparisons & Sports Philosophy

16:29–21:09

• Extended riffing on old school vs. new school sports perspectives; Michael Jordan vs. LeBron debate, with the elders downplaying modern analysts’ expertise and green screen skills.
• Comic interlude featuring Jerry Jones, his oil-drilling exploits, and the Cowboys’ priorities as metaphors for NFL ownership focus.

4. More NFL News – Trades, Contracts & Franchise Directions

21:10–26:58

• Debate over Jerry Jones’ (real and fictionalized) investment priorities.
  • "He’s potentially sitting on $100 billion. Reminds me a lot of story back when I was in WCW...Holster puts butts in seats." (23:22, Heavenly Hulkster)
• Dolphins drama leads to speculation on McDaniel’s job security and remaining season outlook.

5. The Dan Orlovsky Segment – Ravens Deep Dive & AFC North Outlook

31:30–37:20; 47:12–53:07
Highlights:

• Praise for Ravens defense: “The big takeaway is how impressive the defense has been…That’s what gives me the biggest encouragement.” (33:05)
• Breakdown of Dolphins’ failure under Chris Grier, roster construction failures, and which Miami stars might be traded: “Roster is not good enough…talent isn’t equal to echelon AFC teams.” (34:54)

6. Mid-Show Football Banter – Halloween Bits & Hot Dog Takes

Through 41:00

• Running costumed gags: Tush Push references, Giants, Eagles, hot dogs as sandwiches vs. tacos.
• Food takes: Ketchup on hot dogs? Ketchup at the bottom or top?
  • Dan Orlovsky admits to bizarre Reese’s Cup-eating habits, triggering mock horror.

7. NFL Weekend Preview – Key Games & Picks

41:48–105:07

Featured Matchups & Analysis:

• Chiefs vs. Bills

  • Orlovsky: “I think this game comes down to which defensive line plays better...Neither D-line has been great.” (47:12)
  • Peter: “They’ve changed rules because of our games...They’re looking at the blueprint of the NFL from our games.” (76:34)

• Colts vs. Steelers

  • Colts praised for locker room chemistry, Jonathan Taylor expected to ‘pop off’, Steelers defense called out for underperformance.
  • Coach Cowher (impersonated): “Sometimes the depths of despair can take you to the heights of hope.” (120:35)

• Vikings vs. Lions

  • Lions expected to cover; fan hype, bye week advantage; “It feels as though it’s going to be a panic in Minnesota on Monday.” (154:07, Harry Potter)

• Other Segments:

  • Bengals locker room turmoil & trade requests analyzed.
  • “Public money” vs. “sharp” betting picks discussed extensively.
  • Debate on how Packers can cover a huge spread (Micah Parsons “backdoor cover machine”).

8. World Series Talk – Dodgers vs. Blue Jays

65:01–73:51

• Surprising enthusiasm for baseball from McAfee crew: Rule tweaks (pitch clock), star performances (Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani), Blue Jays as underdog darlings.
• Heavenly Hulkster on real/faux MLB fandom: “Don’t let these Blue Jays get hot. And they’re already hot, brother.” (71:04)

9. College Football with Nick Saban

81:08–106:17

• Saban’s Birthday: Warm wishes and playful ribbing from the crew.
• “Nothing’s more important than relationships… It’s always a great experience to spend a little time with you on Friday.” (82:50, Saban)
• Key insights:
  • Utah “old fashioned football,” Cincy hot, but Utah’s physicality praised.
  • Texas A&M, Ohio State “separating themselves.” Marcel Reed Heisman hype (“This guy reminds me of someone playing for the Ravens”—Saban, 87:55)
  • LSU landscape shifting: Saban details challenges of college football’s new landscape: transfer portal, NIL, allegiance vs. business decisions for talent, and program adaptability (“If you don’t have those resources… you gotta create value for them right now…” – 92:05)

Notable Quotes & Moments

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|---------|-------| | 00:29 | Peter Neverville | “Football is magical…and what I see from Lamar Jackson is, holy shit good.” | | 05:04 | Heavenly Hulkster | “The Dolphins fucking suck. Tua stinks.” | | 23:22 | Heavenly Hulkster | “Holster puts butts in seats. All these people can say all this mumbo jumbo...Jerry ain’t changing a damn thing, brother.” | | 33:05 | Dan Orlovsky | “The big takeaway is how impressive the defense has been in the last three or four games.” | | 41:48 | Edward Simpson | “No relation to Bart either. Bart 425 on Sunday, I believe.” | | 76:34 | Peter Neverville | “They’ve changed rules because of our games...They’re looking at the blueprint of the NFL from our games.” | | 82:50 | Nick Saban | “Nothing’s more important than relationships… It’s always a great experience to spend a little time with you.” | | 120:35 | Coach Bill Cowher (impersonated) | “Sometimes the depths of despair can take you to the heights of hope.” |

Memorable Halloween Bits & Banter

• Heavenly Hulkster (as Hulk Hogan): Boisterous, brash, and beloved “from above.” Frequent heavenly gags, WCW/WWF throwbacks, and food rants.
• “Harry Potter” Table Member: British-accented commentary, Quidditch vs. NFL analogies (“Lamar would have made a great Quidditch player!”).
• Costume Parade: The show closes with the crew in full costume, including Frozone, Taco, and Bat Bunny, odes to Hardy, and an appearance by an impersonated Coach Cowher.

Timestamps for Major Segments

• 00:00–13:09: TNF Recap, Ravens-Dolphins, Lamar Jackson love, Dolphins’ woes
• 13:10–21:09: Miami dysfunction, front office culture, NFL ownership metaphors
• 31:30–37:20: Dan Orlovsky: Ravens defensive surge, AFC North implications
• 41:48–105:07: NFL Week 9 Preview (Chiefs-Bills, Colts-Steelers, Vikings-Lions, et al.), picks and analysis
• 65:01–73:51: MLB World Series segment (Dodgers-Blue Jays)
• 81:08–106:17: College football, Nick Saban interview
• 120:35: Coach Cowher’s Steelers “height of hope” speech

Tone & Style

The episode mixes classic McAfee high-volume, irreverent sports talk with playful character work and improv. The energy is fast-paced and conversational, mixing sharp analysis with ribbing, inside jokes, and wild digressions befitting the Halloween holiday.

Summary for Listeners

This Halloween edition of The Pat McAfee Show delivers the familiar blend of serious NFL analysis and locker-room comedy, with standout moments from costumed cast members, NFL insiders, and special guests. The key takeaways: Lamar Jackson is back, the Dolphins are in disarray, Sunday brings pivotal matchups (Chiefs-Bills, Colts-Steelers), and the show’s cast never misses a chance to celebrate football’s absurdities or their own. Must-listen for football fans craving both insight and entertainment—and a heavy dose of Halloween mischief.

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