A potential Pat McAfee “Monday Night Football” alt-cast is pending approval from the NFL, according to The Athletic, which cited anonymous sources briefed on matter. ESPN and McAfee reportedly are in discussions on a list of checkpoints and once they reach an agreement, an alt-cast will begin immediately. The former NFL punter and his team … Read more
ESPN personality Pat McAfee joined President Donald Trump in Ohio for the Patriot Games, and no, that’s not a reference to the 1992 action movie with the same name starring Harrison Ford. McAfee, the former NFL punter, joined Trump at the SPIRE Academy in Geneva for the high school sports competition, which will award one … Read more
Pat McAfee has faced some heat in the wake of ESPN’s mass layoffs — and he’s not going quiet about it. Despite reportedly being in talks with ESPN on a new contract worth up to $65 million annually, McAfee said Tuesday that his eponymous show often gets blamed for the network’s layoffs — including this … Read more
After being surprised by an invitation, Pat McAfee is sharing what he can about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding earlier this month. The former Colts punter kicked off Monday’s edition of “The Pat McAfee Show” by giving fans some details about the wedding of the year, though he said there were no phones or … Read more
Pat McAfee could be in line for one of the biggest paydays in sports media. ESPN and McAfee’s representatives are discussing a contract extension that could pay him more than $60 million per year, according to The Athletic. The deal is not yet completed, and the final number could depend on McAfee taking on an … Read more
Pat McAfee is likely sticking around at the WorldWide Leader. The ESPN host and former Colts punter is in early talks to extend his contract with the network, Front Office Sports reported. McAfee, whose eponymous show has become a ratings hit for ESPN, previously joined the network in 2023 on a deal worth around $85 … Read more
ESPN personality Pat McAfee and his wife Samantha welcomed their son, Midas Robert, after she underwent an emergency C-section on Friday night, he explained in a joint Instagram post. McAfee said their son was a “dawg and a fighter” as he spent roughly 36 hours in the NICU — and Samantha “was recovering like a … Read more
Pat McAfee said he isn’t sure where he stands with his ESPN colleague, Pro Football Hall of Famer Troy Aikman. During Tuesday’s installment of “The Pat McAfee Show,” which taped live from the annual NFL meetings in Phoenix, McAfee explained his failed attempts to get the “Monday Night Football” analyst as a guest on his … Read more
Don’t expect to see Pat McAfee on WWE anytime soon. In response to a question from a fan on Instagram, McAfee seemed down on his chances of returning to WWE, where he primarily worked as a color commentator and occasionally wrestled. “I don’t think you ever say never, especially with the WWE. But right now, … Read more
Stephen A. Smith is once again shutting down rumors of a rift with his colleague Pat McAfee. When pressed on the issue during an appearance on “In Depth with Graham Bensinger,” Smith insisted that he and McAfee are on good terms. “We had a difference of opinion about something,” Smith said. “He thought I did … Read more
ESPN personality Pat McAfee said it would “be cool” to meet Aaron Rodgers’ wife, Brittani. During an interview with the Daily Mail, McAfee laughed when asked about the veteran quarterback’s wife after they secretly tied the knot last offseason. “I have not,” McAfee said of meeting Rodgers’ wife. “But I am, once again, happy for … Read more
Pat McAfee covered the check after the U.S. Olympic men’s hockey team racked up a hefty booze bill at Miami’s E11EVEN nightclub Monday, one day after their 2-1 overtime victory against Canada in the gold-medal game at the Milan Cortina Games. While the men’s team was partying inside the club, a video of the ESPN personality … Read more
Being a WWE star and arguably ESPN’s most recognized personality apparently isn’t enough for Pat McAfee. The former Colts punter, who’s became a global celebrity in his post-football career, has hired super agent Ari Emanuel to help him land TV and movie roles in Hollywood, according to Bloomberg. Following his retirement from the NFL, Pat … Read more
Pat McAfee wants Lane Kiffin to stay in Oxford. With the rumors of his potential exit swirling around the Ole Miss head coach, McAfee pleaded with Kiffin to remain with the Rebels rather than jump to a big-name school like LSU or Florida. “I would like to say if Lane Kiffin is listening … You’re … Read more
Former ESPN broadcaster Sage Steele said it’s hysterical that Pat McAfee has “no rules” at ESPN. During a Wednesday appearance on Jason Whitlock’s “Fearless” podcast, Steele explained why the host is in “full control” at the Worldwide Leader while discussing his viral interview with President Donald Trump on Veteran’s Day on Tuesday. “This is Pat … Read more
Sports fans can’t watch certain games, and fingers are starting to be pointed. ESPN is coming under fire for its role in the Disney-YouTube contract dispute, with Barstool’s Dan “Big Cat” Katz slamming the company for its part in the drama, while Pat McAfee has called out his employer over its messaging in the mess … Read more
Pat McAfee — or, Peter Neverville on Friday — took a jab at the “old sports media man” with his Halloween costume during an episode of “The Pat McAfee Show” one week after a report surfaced that the “diva-like” sports host was in another ESPN war. McAfee opened the first segment of his show by … Read more
Pat McAfee didn’t hesitate to bring up the biggest story in sports during “College GameDay” on Saturday. When discussing College Football Playoff odds for undefeated and one-loss teams — everyone with at least a 2 percent chance, according to the graphic — with the rest of the ESPN panel, McAfee, who hosts his eponymous show … Read more
The reason ESPN brought in Pat McAfee is the same reason the polarizing entertainer is at war with his coworkers. In a video posted to his Instagram story on Tuesday, McAfee addressed comments that were written about him on a post from the official “College GameDay” account — a show of which he is a … Read more
Pat McAfee’s pockets have been getting lighter, whether fans know it or not. Two times already this season, college students have successfully kicked a 33-yarder through the uprights in the Pat McAfee Kicking Contest hosted during ESPN’s “College GameDay” for a wad of cash that can range anywhere between $250,000 to $600,000. Due to the … Read more