<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the Super Bowl, the rumors that Aaron Rodgers bought some raw land in Nashville and if that means he's going to be a Titan, and everything else going on around the league as we prepare for the biggest game of the year. Also joining the show to chat about their breakout success and incredible performances this postseason, and the upcoming Super Bowl matchup with the Rams is the Defensive Coordinator for the Cincinnati Bengals, Lou Anarumo (3:20-15:24). Next, Chuck Pagano joins Pat and AJ to chat about all the different coaching situations going around the league and all the different rumors that are circulating this week (42:04-1:12:08). Later, promoting the new film <i>Uncharted</i>, one of the biggest movie stars on the planet, Mark Wahlberg joins the show to chat about the new movie, whether or not his schedule is accurate, putting a golf course in his backyard and how often he plays golf, Entourage, Tom Brady and the future of the Patriots, and much more (1:13:18-1:27:34). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the now Washington Commanders and what it means for the team moving forward, and the news that Brian Flores is filing a class action lawsuit against the NFL for it's discrimination in the hiring process. Joining the show to chat about the Brian Flores situation and how things can change moving forward is 9 year NFL veteran at Defensive Back and friend of the program, Darius Butler (14:02-33:25). Later, legend, broadcasting GOAT, and friend of the progrum, Al Michaels joins Pat and AJ to chat about this NFL season, his future and what he wants to do, calling seemingly every big moment in sports history, and how excited he is to call this years Super Bowl (35:18-1:04:19). Later, 9 year NFL veteran at Linebacker, co-host of the Bussin' With The Boys podcast, Will Compton, joins the show to chat about the recent Bussin' With the Boys episode with Pat, Coach Rich potentially getting a Head Coaching gig, how he balances coming back for a 10th season with what he is trying to accomplish with Bussin', what Coach Vrabes is like behind the scenes, and more (1:05:29-1:30:44). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Tom Brady officially announcing his retirement after 22 years and chat about all the incredible moments from his career, the speculation that he might go back to New England and retire as a Patriot, and if there will ever be anyone else like him. Joining the progrum to chat about Tom Brady and all his great experiences with him is 3x Super Bowl Champion, former GM of the Cleveland Browns, Special Assistant to the Patriots, author, host of the GM Shuffle podcast, friend of the show, Michael Lombardi (12:51-33:22). Next, 5x All-Pro, 3x Pro Bowler, Left Tackle for the Green Bay Packers, David Bakhtiari joins Pat and AJ to chat about his season of recovery, what the rehab process has been like, what he thinks about the future with Aaron Rodgers, and more (1:00:12-1:18:18). Later, 4x Super Bowl Champion, 3x Pro Bowler, 3x All-Pro, the GOAT, Adam Vinatieri joins Pat and AJ to chat about his son committing to UMASS yesterday, his relationship with Tom Brady and what made him so special, and much more (1:24:03-1:45:42). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about this weekend's insane Conference Championship games with Joe Burrow and the Bengals continuing their improbable run to the Super Bowl after their upset over the Chiefs in Kansas City, and Matthew Stafford finally getting over the hump and getting the Rams to the Super Bowl in LA, as well as what it means for the Chiefs as the Bengals defense stifled Patrick Mahomes in the second half after their offense looked unstoppable in the 1st half, what's next for Jimmy G and the 49ers, and more. Joining the program to chat about the story that Tom Brady is retiring and how that process works, what he's hearing about coach openings in the NFL and who we can expect to see get hired next, what he's heard about Aaron Rodgers' meetings in Green Bay, and more (29:32-51:52). Next, Darius Butler joins the progrum to overreact to everything that happened in the games this weekend, why he thinks the Bengals are so tough, the Rams potentially giving them problems in two weeks, and more (1:19:54-1:36:42). Lastly, co-host of Good Morning Football, NFL Insider for FOX, Peter Schrager joins the show to chat about if he's had any conversations with Sean McVay, what he see's for Sean McVay moving forward, if Jimmy G has thrown his last pass as a 49ers QB, what he's hearing about the different coaching vacancies in the NFL, and who he thinks is going to win the Super Bowl (1:37:52-1:58:08). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview this weekend's Conference Championship games and make their picks (:53-49:36, 1:33:08-1:42:34). Joining the show is NFL Network Senior Insider and friend of the progrum, Ian Rapoport to chat about the different coaching vacancies and GM roles that have been filled, what we should keep our eyes out for in terms of coaching hires made over the next few days, if Nathaniel Hackett in Denver means Rodgers is all but going to Denver, which guys are in and out this weekend or if everyone is full go, and much more (50:46-1:15:04). Next, 9 year NFL veteran at defensive back, host of the Man-To-Man Podcast, Darius Butler joins the show to throw his hat into the ring for the Colts Defensive Coordinator position, if he actually wants a potential coaching or front office job, and more (1:15:06-1:32:05). Later, 19 year old golf phenom, fresh off his first win on the Korn Ferry Tour, Akshay Bhatia joins the show to chat about his career path thus far, when he decided to wanted to become a professional golfer, his training habits at a young age, his relationship with his girlfriend/caddie, what his career goals are, how he's treated by the other golfers, and more (1:42:36-2:04:39). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the news that Nathaniel Hackett has officially been hired by the Denver Broncos clearing way for that rumors that Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams will both be going to Denver, Colts Defensive Coordinator Matt Eberflus being hired as Head Coach by the Chicago Bears, and the rumors that Byron Leftwich will be hired as Head Coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars if Trent Baalke is no longer the GM, and more as they look ahead to the Conference Championship games this weekend. Joining the program for the Coach Us Up segment is a man who has coached football for 37 years, former Head Coach of the Indianapolis Colts, Chuck Pagano to chat about the different coaching hires, how difficult it is to fill coordinator positions when you have a good team, if he thinks Aaron Rodgers to Denver is a likely scenario and how much that impacted Hackett's interview, Dan Quinn deciding to stay in Dallas, and much more (17:20-48:24). Next, #1 pick of the 2001 NFL Draft, 4x Pro Bowler, 2010 NFL Comeback of the Year, one of the most explosive athletes to ever lace them up in the NFL, Michael Vick joins the show to chat about his career, how he thinks he would've fared in today's game, what he likes about the quarterbacks playing this weekend, how much he learned from Andy Reid, and much more in an incredible conversation (49:34-1:13:55). Later, fresh off a game winning kick against the Buccaneers in the NFL Divisional Playoffs, Pro Bowler, Kicker for the Los Angeles Rams, Matt Gay joins the show to chat about this Rams team and how much fun it is coming into work, what guys like Cooper Kupp and Odell Beckham Jr. are like in the locker room, what it's like playing for Sean McVay, his game winner against the Bucs and if he visualizes those moments, and what happened on his missed kick that came up short in Tampa (1:16:40-1:30:43). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about all the fallout from yesterday's Aaron Rodgers Tuesday conversation, what they think is potentially going to happen with him in the coming weeks, if AJ has heard anything, and much more as we zero in on Conference Championship weekend. Joining the program fresh off a game winning kick in Tennessee to beat the Titans and send the Bengals to the AFC Championship, rookie Kicker for the Bengals, Evan McPherson. Pat and Evan chat about his mentality when it comes to making kicks, what he allegedly told backup QB Brandon Allen before the game winning kick, his relationship with Joe Burrow, and how he gets better moving forward (13:26-28:44). Next, sideline reporter for FOX, co-host of the Calm Down podcast, friend of the progrum, Erin Andrews joins the show to chat about this season as a whole, her thoughts on where Rodgers and Tom Brady will end up, what she's learned about the four remaining teams from her work this year, what's next for the podcast, and much more (31:35-58:29). Later, former WWE World Champion, one of the most fit men on the planet, Bobby Lashley joins the show ahead of his massive tilt with Brock Lesnar this weekend at the Royal Rumble, his career path thus far, when he decided he wanted to become a professional wrestler, what his future looks like, his workout regimen, and much more (59:38-1:25:50). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Sean Payton announcing his retirement today as well as a couple of GM jobs getting filled with the Bears and Vikings both making hires, and whether or not Tom Brady's recent comments indicate he may be retiring. Joining the program to chat about everything going on with the Coaching/GM searches, injury updates for the Conference Championship games, and what he's hearing about Aaron Rodgers' future plans (18:19-42:49). Later, joining the show as he has every Tuesday all season, the reigning, defending MVP of the NFL, Quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Rodgers joins Pat and AJ to chat about the disappointing end to the season Saturday Night at home against the 49ers, thoughts on the future and whether that means retirement, coming back to the Packers, or playing for a different team, his thoughts on the season as a whole, and much more (51:34-1:50:05). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us. Cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap the entire divisional weekend in what was arguably the greatest weekend of football in recent memory including one of the most entertaining games ever on Sunday Night between the Chiefs and Bills that saw Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes go blow for blow into overtime, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers being shocked at home by the 49ers on Saturday night, Joe Burrow and the Bengals finding a way to beat the Titans despite giving up 9 sacks, and Evan McPherson calling game before he kicked a game winning field goal, the Rams narrowly holding on in Tampa Bay to dethrone the defending champions, and what this all means going forward. Joining the show to chat about the season that was is 4x All-Pro, 4x Pro Bowler, probable 2021 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, Linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, TJ Watt. Pat, TJ, and AJ chat about his record tying season, what he loves so much about playing in Pittsburgh, the real story behind his contract negotiations, what it's like playing with his brother, his mentality on the football field, and much more (35:21-55:42). Later, 9 year NFL veteran at Defensive Back, friend of the progrum, host of the Man-To-Man podcast, Darius Butler joins the show as he does every Overreaction Monday to chat about his biggest takeaways from a crazy divisional round and why he thinks the NFL's overtime rules are perfect how they are (1:22:31-1:40:57). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us. Cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview all four of this weekend's Divisional Playoff games and make their picks. Joining the show to chat about all the games this weekend and pertinent injury news for teams playing this weekend as well as what to look forward in the Coaching and GM searches now that the New York Giants have officially hired former Buffalo Bills Assistant GM Joe Schoen, and much more (55:14-1:24:40). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us and enjoy the playoff games this weekend. Cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the looming Divisional Round Playoffs, and everything else going on in the NFL with injury updates and who we're expecting to be back come this weekend. Joining the program is Pro Bowler, All-Pro, one of the best Quarterback's in the NFL, fresh off a huge playoff win against the Patriots, friend of the progrum, Josh Allen. Pat and Josh talk about his mentality going into the game against the Chiefs this weekend in Kansas City, what Bill Belichick said to him after the game last weekend, his relationship with his teammates and how close they appear to be with one another, and whether or not he cares about the post season accolades after being snubbed and selected as Pro Bowl alternate (12:26-26:03). Next, UFC President, friend of the show, Dana White stops by to chat about this weekend's UFC 270 card that is shaping up to be one of the bests in recent memory, and what's next for the UFC (31:49-42:34). Later, NFL Insider on FOX, founder of MVP & Unbreakable Performance, now author of the book "Unbreakable," Jay Glazer joins the progrum to chat about his new book, battling the stigma of mental illness, how much this whole process has helped him, the different teams he's formed to help combat being "in the gray," and much more (45:48-1:09:26). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the different pertinent news stories floating around the NFL including the 49ers injury concerns going into Saturday night at Lambeau, the NFL ratings from the Wildcard Weekend games and how massive they were, and what else we should be keeping an eye on as the Divisional Playoffs get closer and closer. Joining the program to chat about the playoffs, and what goes into the coaching and GM searches as he does every single Wednesday, Coach for 38 years, former Head Coach of the Indianapolis Colts, Chuck Pagano (39:48-1:24:01). Later, NFL Network host for Thursday Night Football, co-host of Good Morning Football on the weekend, Colleen Wolfe joins Pat and AJ Hawk to chat about the disappoint of her Eagles getting mollywhopped in the first round of the playoffs and if she expects things to change in the offseason, her thoughts on the games this weekend and who she likes to advance to the AFC and NFC Championship games, if she's ever gotten any guff from teams for comments she's made on air, and much more (1:28:26-1:42:34). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night's Monday Night Football Wildcard game between the Cardinals and Rams, how explosive that Rams team looked on both offense and defense, what is wrong with the Cardinals and if they can be fixed, and they start to look ahead at the matchups for this weekend's Divisional Round games. Joining the program as he does every Tuesday for a shorter installment on a work day, is the reigning NFL MVP, QB for the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Rodgers. Pat, Aaron, and AJ chat about this weekend's game against the 49ers, if this particular year feels different at all, his thoughts on Super Wildcard Weekend, and how difficult it can be playing in the cold if you're injured (44:56-1:01:48). Also joining the progrum is NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport, to chat about all the different injuries that could impact this weekend's Divisional games and updates on the coaching and GM searches around the NFL (20:53-44:54). Lastly, 12 year NFL veteran at QB, ESPN NFL Analyst, and friend of the progrum, Dan Orlovsky joins the show to chat who he likes in the playoffs moving forward, his thoughts on the QB play thus far in the playoffs, and ultimately who he thinks is going to win the Super Bowl (1:11:54-1:29:00). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Super Wildcard Weekend and FanDuel's Same Game Parlay Holiday that saw the office lose a couple of massive parlay's by the thinnest of margins, and what we learned from the first round of the playoffs including the Bills looking like an absolute wagon, the Chiefs flipping the switch, Tom Brady and the Bucs continuing to roll, the crazy ending in the Cowboys/49ers game and how clock management issues ultimately did the Cowboys in, who they like in tonight's Cardinals v. Rams game rounding out Wildcard Weekend and much more. Joining the program is first time guest, co-host of Good Morning Football, host of <i>People! The TV Show</i>, Kay Adams. Pat and Kay chat about her journey to NFL Network, what she thought of the games this weekend, who she likes tonight, being a free agent after the season, her affiliation with the Bears being from Chicago, how she become the Queen of Cincinnati, who she likes in tonight's game, and who is ultimately going to win the Super Bowl (49:23-1:11:40). Later, 9 Year NFL veteran at DB, host of the Man-To-Man Podcast, friend of the progrum, Darius Butler joins Pat and AJ Hawk to break down everything that happened over Wildcard Weekend and his biggest takeaways including what is wrong with the Cowboys, what the Patriots need to do moving forward, his thoughts on Chiefs v. Bills and why he likes the Bills, if the 49ers are a threat moving forward in the playoffs and much more (1:32:53-1:55:57). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview this weekend's SUPER Wildcard Weekend games and chat about the respective Same Game Parlay's they're putting together for the Same Game Parlay Holiday on FanDuel, and ultimately, make their game picks. Joining the program as he has every week, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show to catch everyone up to speed on the coaching searches and GM interviews, who is healthy and who isn't, and his thoughts on this weekend's games (13:27-37:32). Later, Carolina Panthers Hall of Famer, 5x Pro Bowler, 3x All-Pro, NFL Network analyst and friend of the progrum, Steve Smith Sr. joins Pat and AJ Hawk to chat about why it's so difficult to find the right Head Coach, how losing can creep into a locker room without the team really being aware of it, what the problem with the Colts is, and his thoughts on this weekend's SUPER wildcard games (49:49-1:10:12). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, Cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the news around the NFL with all the different coaching vacancies and GM searches, the Colts not committing to a future with Carson Wentz, and the continued formation of the Same Game Parlay Holiday with Wildcard Weekend a few days away. Joining the show to shed light on the Giants situation after Joe Judge was fired and some other things we should look forward to is NFL Insider, co-host of Good Morning Football, friend of the progrum, Peter Schrager (19:11-47:18). Later, Safety for the Buffalo Bills, Jordan Poyer joins the show to talk about the game this weekend against the Patriots, the Pro Bowl snub despite being on the #1 ranked defense in the league, the mindset of the Bills going into the playoffs, and much more (1:09:29-1:23:35). Later, for a Thursday segment of Coach Us Up Chuck, Chuck Pagano joins the show to chat about all the different coaching changes, the mindset of a team when the season ends, what he's been up to, and more (1:24:44-1:59:35). Lastly, Senior NBA Insider for Stadium and The Athletic, Shams Charania joins the show to give an update on everything going on in the NBA including Kyrie's status, Zion Williamson's possible return to play, who the best coach in the NBA is right now, and which teams are going to be able to test the Nets in the Eastern Conference (1:59:37-2:20:55). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ, and the boys chat about this weekend's Same Game Parlay Holiday exclusively on FanDuel for Wildcard Weekend, and all the different NFL news stories going around as we prepare for the playoffs and teams continue to figure out what they're going to do in their coaching searches. Joining the program is a Hall of Famer, and NFL MVP, a Heisman Trophy Winner, 10x Pro Bowler, 10x All-Pro, one of the greatest football players ever, Barry Sanders to chat about how the game has changed a little bit, who he likes in the playoffs, if Derrick Henry coming back is going to propel the Titans in the playoffs, if his game would've translated to today, and the Super Bowl Squares Sweepstakes presented by Rocket Mortgage (44:52-1:06:24). Later, Senior Coordinating Producer with NFL Films, Keith Cossrow joins Pat and AJ to chat about the 33rd owner in the league, NFL Films, his experiences putting together this season's in-season Hard Knocks, what the experience was like as a whole, if they're going to continue doing in-season Hard Knocks, how it landed on HBO, and much more (1:10:35-1:37:35). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's thrilling National Championship game between Georgia and Alabama with Georgia capturing their first National Title in 41 years, how fast both defenses were, what it was like watching the game live from the ESPN suite at the game, a continued conversation about how NIL is going to change the landscape of college football moving forward, and some of the bigger NFL stories floating around as we head in Super Wild Card Weekend. Joining the show as he does every Tuesday, is the reigning, defending MVP of the NFL, Quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Rodgers. Pat, Aaron, and AJ chat about the "trusted source," who said Rodgers is prepared to boycott the Super Bowl if the Packers were to make it, his thoughts on this last season as a whole, how nice it was having David Bakhtiari back, his thoughts on the playoffs as they have one more week to prepare, and much much more (25:36-1:12:01). Next, 16x World Champion, future WWE Hall of Famer, star of the new Peacemaker series on HBOMax, John Cena joins the show to chat about his career in the WWE and why it's still special to him, how much fun he's been having acting, how excited he is for Peacemaker, and more (1:13:11-1:31:04). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything in the last week of the NFL season as the playoffs are finally set and we know who's in the dance. They discuss the Colts somehow not making the playoffs after laying an egg in Jacksonville, Big Ben and the Steelers getting in for Seven's Last Ride, Brandon Staley's decision making last night that has a lot of people wondering about why the Chargers didn't make the playoffs, and all the different coaches that have been fired today with the biggest shocker coming from Miami as they let go of Brian Flores, as well as Mike Zimmer, Vic Fangio, Matt Nagy, and who else might be on the hot seat. Joining the progrum to discuss all the different happenings around the NFL and what to expect from the playoffs is NFL Senior Insider, and friend of the show, Ian Rapoport (22:50-45:07). Next, 9 year NFL vet at Defensive Back, host of the Man-To-Man Podcast, friend of the progrum, Darius Butler, joins Pat and AJ to give his biggest takeaways from the final week of the NFL season, and who he likes in the playoffs (1:08:39-1:25:01). Lastly, Super Bowl Champion, 6x Pro Bowler, 4X All-Pro, ESPN NFL Analyst, Jeff Saturday joins Pat and AJ to chat about what went wrong with the Colts yesterday, how big of an impact David Bakhtiari's return has on the Packers, if the AB situation will prove to be a distraction for the Bucs moving forward, and his thoughts on all of the first round playoff games (1:26:10-1:47:46). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the new reports coming out from the Antonio Brown situation in Tampa Bay and all the drama and fallout that is following that and the Bucs as they begin their quest to repeat, the news that JJ Watt has officially been activated in Arizona and will be back for the Cardinals for the playoffs, and they go through the entire week 18 NFL slate and make their picks against the spread and look at the different playoff scenarios. Joining the program is Outside Linebacker for Green Bay Packers, Preston Smith to chat about how the defense has evolved over the course of the season, what it's like playing with and against a guy like Aaron Rodgers, how much playing time he thinks he'll get this weekend against the Lions and what their schedule is like as we move into the playoffs, who the funniest person in the locker room is, the impact guys like Rasul Douglas and De'Vondre Campbell have made this year, and much more (1:16:27-1:34:35). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about the unfolding Antonio Brown situation in Tampa Bay, Bruce Arians comments responding to the whole situation, and when we'll ultimately see a resolution in this situation. They also celebrate AJ Hawk's birthday with the Ohio State alumni marching band and General Bob Carpenter. Also joining the show is Stanley Cup Champion, co-host of That's Hockey Talk, NHL Network analyst, and friend of the program, Mike Rupp. Rupper breaks down who is good in the NHL right now, why we'll be watching more hockey soon, and he tells some hilarious stories from his time in the league (23:21-50:40). Next, NFL Network Senior Insider, Ian Rapoport joins the show for his weekly wrap up to chat about the Antonio Brown situation and if he could ultimately play for another team this season, and what else we should be looking at as we approach the playoffs (1:10:15-1:37:49). Later, former Cleveland Browns GM, Special Assistant to the coaching staff for the New England Patriots, best selling author, host of the GM Shuffle podcast, friend of the progrum, Michael Lombardi joins the show to chat about the NFL as we head into the playoffs, the issues with the voting for MVP and other awards, who he see's making it to the Super Bowl from the NFC and AFC, and why the New York Giants need an intervention (1:55:08-2:25:23). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ, and the boys chat about all the different things floating around the NFL as we enter week 18 of the season, what different playoff scenarios have presented themselves, and which teams are looking their best as we enter Super Wildcard Weekend. Joining the show to give more clairty and insight into the Antonio Brown situation in Tampa Bay and where it could go from here is Buccaneers reporter for the Tampa Bay Times and host of the Sports Day Tampa Bay Podcast, Rick Stroud (33:03-43:07). Later, Chuck Pagano joins Pat and AJ to chat about all the different stories in the NFL, Joe Judge's recent press conference and what happens going forward there, how you keep a team invested when the season is about to end and there is nothing left to play for, how difficult it is preparing for a team for the third time in a season, and more (44:17-1:26:10). Later, ESPN MLB Insider, Jeff "The Jett" Passan joins the show to discuss baseball's current lockout, how the game fixes this and moves forward, how the MLB actually makes money when it seems like less and less people care about the product than ever before, how he thinks this is all going to end, and much more (1:26:12-1:49:43). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about Big Ben's last game at Heinz Field, the emotions of getting a send off in Pittsburgh, what he meant to the city, what's going on with the Browns and if Kevin Stefanski is openly trying to expose Baker Mayfield with some of the stuff he's being asked to do while hurt, thoughts on the Manning Cast, and more as we wrap up week 17 of the NFL season. Joining the program as he does every Tuesday fresh off clinching the number 1 seed and home field advantage throughout the playoffs, the Quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Rodgers. Pat, Aaron, and AJ chat about his appearance on the Manning Cast, his thoughts on the season as a whole as the regular season comes to a close, the future that looms after the season, why he's playing so good right now, his relationship with Davante Adams, and much more (30:11-1:16:37). Later, 7x Pro Bowler, New Orleans Saints Walter Payton Man of the Year, 3x All-Pro, member of the 2010's All-Decade team, Cameron Jordan joins the program to discuss how the season has gone in New Orleans and how it's been a change without Drew Brees, the Saints getting into the playoffs with a win next week, his thoughts on Sean Payton's movie coming out, and much more (1:17:46-1:30:36). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys overreact to everything that happened in an eventful week 17 of the NFL season including the Bengals getting a massive win over the Chiefs and officially clinching an AFC North title, the Packers locking up the first overall seed and home field advantage in the NFC, and potentially Aaron Rodgers' 2nd consecutive MVP, Antonio Brown officially quitting on the Bucs, and probably the remainder of his career, what's going on with the Colts as they dropped a tough one to the Raiders, and everything else going on around the league as the playoff picture continues to get clearer and clearer. Joining the program to give an update on the Antonio Brown situation, if there were any other significant injuries or covid related issues this past weekend, and what to look for as we approach the season's final week (30:05-45:55). Later, Darius Butler joins Pat and AJ Hawk to chat about who the real contenders in the AFC and NFC are, what the problem with the Colts is, how the Titans have just continued to win, if teams should be worried about playing the Eagles going into the playoffs, if Dallas can make a run or not, whether or not Matthew Stafford is going to be an issue for the Rams moving forward, and what his other big takeaways from an entertaining week 17 were (1:16:02-1:35:58). Make sure you subscribe to <a href="http://youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow">youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow</a> and listen every day on Mad Dog Radio, Sirius XM Channel 82. We appreciate you all for listening, come and laugh with us, cheers.</p>

<p>On today's special edition of the show, Pat, AJ Hawk, and the boys preview both College Football Playoff semifinal games with Kirk Herbstreit, Bear Fallica, and Lee Corso, how both those games are going to be played, and what Herby's biggest takeaway from 2021 was. Also joining the show is the Head Football Coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks and recent champion of the Duke's Mayo Bowl, Shane Beamer. Pat, Shane, and AJ chat about his career thus far, how he's had to adapt to NIL with recruiting, the state of his program, and much more. Later, Pat and AJ go through the entire week 17 NFL slate and make their picks against the spread as we have some very intriguing matchups, several of which have heavy playoff implications. We can't thank you enough for joining us this year and following along, we appreciate the hell out of you all. Be safe and have an incredible New Years Eve and New Year, we'll see you on Overreaction Monday. Cheers.</p>