DeAndre Hopkins, Shedeur In The Pro Bowl, Belichick Snubbed For Hall of Fame, Zac’s Stream List + FAQ’s

Summary of DeAndre Hopkins, Shedeur In The Pro Bowl, Belichick Snubbed For Hall of Fame, Zac’s Stream List + FAQ’s

by Barstool Sports

2h 26m•January 28, 2026
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Overview of DeAndre Hopkins, Shedeur In The Pro Bowl, Belichick Snubbed For Hall of Fame, Zac’s Stream List + FAQ’s

A Part Of My Take episode from Barstool Sports covering Championship Sunday fallout, coaching rumors (Browns, Eagles), Pro Bowl controversy, Bill Belichick’s Hall of Fame snub, a long interview with DeAndre Hopkins, Zach’s 36‑hour stream idea list (with highlights), Hot Seat / Cool Throne segments, and listener FAQs. The show mixes news, long-form guest interview, banter, and a large creative brainstorm for Zach’s upcoming streaming punishment.

Key topics discussed

  • Pro Bowl selections: Shedeur Sanders made it (as an alternate), sparking debate about the Pro Bowl’s relevance.
  • Browns coaching search: lots of candidates passing; Jim Schwartz expected by some to remain DC/head candidate; ownership/structure scaring off applicants.
  • Eagles offensive coordinator vacancy: widely discussed; names floated including Matt Nagy and internal promotions.
  • Championship Sunday cleanup: coaching decisions, weather’s impact on the AFC title game, and key play-calling debates (4th-and-1).
  • Special teams problem: stat showing Niners, Packers, Rams bottom three in special teams EPA since 2020 — special teams costing big games.
  • Bill Belichick Hall of Fame vote controversy: Belichick failed to be first‑ballot; questions about who influenced votes and Bill Polian’s role.
  • Zach’s 36‑hour stream punishment: long brainstorm of stunts, games, and crowd-pleasing segments for his 36-hour stream (Max does 18 hours).
  • Guest interview: DeAndre “Nuke” Hopkins — career reflections, Ravens stint, mentorship, and Super Bowl memories.

Notable takeaways & insights

  • Pro Bowl credibility: Hosts argue the Pro Bowl has long been hollow; Shedeur’s inclusion as an alternate intensified the “pull the plug” conversation.
  • Browns hiring dynamics: Ownership insistence around Jim Schwartz as DC/head-chef-in-waiting is discouraging candidates — nobody wants an appointed internal contingency plan.
  • Coaching experience matters in playoff prep: Guests emphasized Vrabel/McDaniels/experienced staffs often have an edge in long-week, high-pressure games versus coaches new to Super Bowl prep.
  • Special teams matter more than perceived: Big mistakes on relatively few special teams plays have outsized impacts in playoffs; the Shanahan coaching tree teams (Niners, Rams, Packers) rank poorly in special teams EPA.
  • Hall of Fame process transparency: The Belichick outcome led to calls for televised/transparent voting because the current process invites suspicion and leaves influential decisions opaque.
  • DeAndre Hopkins: still playing, hands “better than ever,” huge respect for teammates (Lamar) and coaches (Vrabel), and a thoughtful perspective on pressure, media and legacy.

DeAndre Hopkins interview — highlights

  • Retirement: DeAndre Hopkins says he is not retiring and feels his hands/skills are still strong.
  • Ravens experience: Came to Baltimore largely because of Lamar Jackson; praises Lamar as personable, engaged with team/staff, and a primary reason for Hopkins choosing the Ravens.
  • Week 18 playoff miss: Still fresh and stinging — Hopkins emphasizes the team momentum and the disappointment of missing the postseason.
  • Mike Vrabel: Hopkins praises Vrabel’s relatability, willingness to get in the dirt, and ability to connect: Vrabel is a “father figure” type to players.
  • Best non-counted catch: Hopkins recounts the infamous catch that was called back — ref apologized later; Hopkins says some spectacular plays confuse officiating judgment calls.
  • Toughest cornerback matchup: Jalen Ramsey was the toughest match-up; Hopkins says they made each other better.
  • Misc: Stories about Clemson (Dabo), playing multiple NFL teams and QBs, Met Gala description, and his nickname origin (“Nuke”).
  • Super Bowl preview: Hopkins expects a competitive game; calls Vrabel a top situational coach; believes hidden contributors (role players) could swing the outcome.

Championship Sunday / playoff cleanup (major moments)

  • AFC title game: Debate over Sean Payton’s 4th-and-1 decision — hosts initially argued for points but conceded bad play call and Jared Stidham performance were decisive.
  • Weather: Elements dramatically changed the game; hosts defended weather as part of football and coaching challenges, but noted increasing dome trend may remove that variety.
  • Cooper Kupp elevator story: Report that Rams staff mocked Cooper Kupp in an elevator during the season (rallying cry later) — a classic redemption angle.
  • Rams/Stafford future: Stafford undecided about returning; Rams have draft capital but personnel questions if Stafford retires.
  • Special teams EPA stat (since 2020, playoffs included): Niners, Packers, Rams rank among the worst — special teams lapses cost big games.

Bill Belichick Hall of Fame snub

  • Result: Belichick did not receive first‑ballot status; requires 40/50 votes and he didn’t reach that threshold.
  • Reaction: Huge controversy — hosts call the lack of first‑ballot status a travesty and question the credibility of the Hall’s process.
  • Bill Polian’s involvement: Initial narrative that Polian led the push to block Belichick became murky after a source quoted Polian saying “that’s totally and categorically untrue — I voted for him.”
  • Fallout: Hosts are calling for transparency, televised votes, and are soliciting insiders from the voting room to email tips.
  • Action item: The show set up PMTBachelorParty@gmail.com for anonymous insiders to contact them with details about the Hall of Fame voting room.

Zach’s 36‑hour stream — best ideas and themes

Zach lost the year‑long picks comp and must stream 36 hours; Max joins for 18. The show brainstorm produced many viewer-friendly, silly, and cringe-proof ideas. Top concepts:

  • Live challenge / endurance:

    • 36‑hour stream with a variety of games and stunts (Zach = 36 hrs; Max = 18 hrs).
    • “10K inside the booth” (running back and forth — logistics questioned).
    • Time capsule: make predictions, bury them, dig up next season.
    • Chained co-op game: physically or in-game cooperative challenge where both are chained together.
    • Keepy‑uppy with helium balloons while wearing weighted vests.
    • Break world record for most T‑shirts worn at once.

  • Variety / entertainment segments:

    • Spooky Booth (Ouija board / haunted vibe).
    • Karaoke (singers + yogurt / novelty contraption ideas).
    • Wine & Paint + hot sauce / “Hot Sauce Paint” (hot ones + art).
    • Brisket Boys finale: smoke brisket during the stream and end with a brisket sandwich hour.
    • Karaoke, charades arena, big‑screen WeGolf, itch/tickle golf simulators.

  • Silly/viral micro-challenges:

    • Puff‑Man (Pac‑Man with cheese puffs on a taped maze — eat it to progress).
    • Sassy Lego: build detailed Lego sets while wearing acrylic nails.
    • Silent socks blindfolded: guess the sock contents.
    • Goop segments / messy late-night content.

  • Production notes:

    • The team will build a streaming setup (not literally in the small on‑air “booth”).
    • Crew will workshop practical logistics (feathers, adhesives, food safety, smoke for brisket).
    • Staff and hosts pledged small cash support (1K each mentioned) and signed up for some segments.

Hot Seat / Cool Throne picks (selected)

  • Hot Seats:
    • Alex Honnold’s $500k pay for a high-profile climb — debate over fair compensation.
    • Belichick Hall of Fame vote controversy.
    • Jim Schwartz / Browns coaching weirdness (and recurring Jim Schwartz “nipples” dentist-joke).
  • Cool Thrones:
    • Benny the Bull retiring his number in a classy move.
    • Sidney Sweeney launching a lingerie line (hosts predict big success).
    • Ice cream — featuring headlines that ice cream has surprising health benefits (hosts cheered).

Action items, calls to listeners & sponsors notes

  • If you were in the Hall of Fame voting room and want to anonymously reach out: PMTBachelorParty@gmail.com.
  • Zach’s 36‑hour stream: suggestions and practical tips were encouraged; production team will triage and test the ideas.
  • Sponsors mentioned during episode: DraftKings, GameTime, TaxAct, Pizza Hut, Campbell’s Chunky, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Chevy Silverado, Z‑Biotics — multiple integrated ad reads were present across the show.

FAQs from listeners (quick answers summarized)

  • How big is the booth / does it smell? The on‑air booth is small and sometimes smells; they’re aware and working on it. Clocks were reset after a vacuum incident.
  • Toilet clog etiquette at a party? Use a trash bag / find a stick / flush halfway while you go; hosts recommend pragmatic on-the-spot fixes and not panicking.
  • Biggest perks from the show? Super Bowl events and access happen, but hosts note they’re older now and enjoy smaller off‑site, low-key hangouts more than huge parties.
  • Would you rather not make the Super Bowl or make it and be embarrassed? Split views; many prefer not making it rather than an utter blowout embarrassment — depends on the team and context.

Quick reference — memorable one-liners & soundbites

  • “If they were intentionally trying to kill the Pro Bowl, mission accomplished.”
  • Bill Polian (quoted): “That’s totally and categorically untrue. I voted for him.” (re: Belichick)
  • DeAndre Hopkins on his nickname: “They called me Nuke because I’m the bomb.”
  • Hosts’ recurring joke: Jim Schwartz’s “nipples” — comedic studio bit.

This summary captures the episode’s core beats: Pro Bowl skepticism, Browns/Eagles coaching rumors, the Belichick HOF controversy and call for transparency, a substantive DeAndre Hopkins interview, and the full creative brainstorm for Zach’s 36‑hour stream (with many practical & absurd ideas).