Overview of PMS 2.0 1559
This Feel Good Friday edition of The Pat McAfee Show mixed comedy, sports news, and heartfelt tributes. The biggest themes were Nate Bargatze’s upcoming movie Breadwinner and his Vanderbilt connection with five-star QB Jared Curtis, major NFL updates from Adam Schefter, injury-heavy NBA playoff chatter with Shams Charania, a preview of the Indy 500/Coca-Cola 600 double with Catherine Legge, and an emotional remembrance of Kyle Busch with Ryan McGee in studio. The show also leaned into its usual “good and bad of the week” highlight package, covering everything from viral dunks and home runs to awkward injuries and weather chaos.
Nate Bargatze, Vanderbilt, and Breadwinner
Bargatze’s first movie and Jared Curtis cameo
- Nate Bargatze joined in studio to promote his first film, Breadwinner, coming out May 29.
- The movie includes Vanderbilt QB Jared Curtis in the opening scene.
- The crew joked that Nate is now:
- a comedian,
- an author,
- a filmmaker,
- a huge Vanderbilt NIL supporter,
- and apparently “building an amusement park.”
Jared Curtis and the Vandy pitch
- Pat revisited the viral College GameDay clip where Nate pitched Curtis on coming to Vanderbilt and joked about putting him in a movie.
- Curtis explained that he was drawn to Vanderbilt because:
- he’s a Nashville kid,
- he believed in Clark Lea,
- and he liked the direction of the program.
- The segment emphasized Curtis as:
- a massive, physical QB,
- a former rancher/horsebreaker,
- and one of the most important pieces of Vandy’s future.
- A charity football challenge ended with Curtis nailing a throw, triggering a $50,000 donation from both Nate and the show.
NFL Talk with Adam Schefter
Matthew Stafford extension
- Schefter broke down Matthew Stafford’s new extension with the Rams.
- The deal signals Stafford likely has two more years left and could keep playing into 2027.
- The Rams’ drafting of a young QB was framed as part of the motivation to lock Stafford in.
Giants, Joe Shane, and Malik Nabers
- Schefter explained why Joe Shane’s extension made sense with the Giants’ new coaching direction.
- Big concern was raised around Malik Nabers’ knee:
- second surgery,
- scar tissue/stiffness issues,
- and real uncertainty about his status for opening day.
- The show noted the long-term hope is Nabers eventually forms a duo with Jackson Dart.
Titans optimism and the 2030 Super Bowl
- Nate asked about the Titans hosting a Super Bowl in Nashville in 2030.
- Schefter leaned into the joke and suggested the Titans could absolutely be in it.
- The discussion also touched on:
- Cam Ward,
- Brian Daboll’s influence,
- and the idea that Nashville could be positioned for a major football run.
Joms vs. Uncrustables
- Schefter also brought up the growing peanut butter and jelly battle:
- Joms vs. Uncrustables.
- The pitch for Joms centered on:
- better protein,
- no seed oils,
- and NFLPA partnership potential.
- The crew framed it as a real business fight, even if Uncrustables remains the dominant brand.
NBA Playoffs and Injury Updates with Shams Charania
Spurs vs. Thunder and the injury report
- Shams delivered a rapid-fire “hot five” on playoff injury news.
- Main injury concerns:
- Jalen Williams: recurring hamstring injury, likely out or very doubtful.
- De’Aaron Fox: high ankle sprain, game-time decision.
- Dylan Harper: adductor injury, game-time decision.
- The overall message: the playoffs are becoming a war of attrition.
Physicality and officiating
- The show and Shams discussed how physical the Thunder/Spurs series has been.
- San Antonio’s complaints seemed focused more on:
- hair pulling,
- grabbing elbows,
- and off-ball contact, rather than just general physical play.
- The crew agreed the series is shaping up as one of the most intense in the league.
Wemby, SGA, and small-market basketball
- Shams and Pat both praised the NBA’s current star power:
- Wemby as a generational draw,
- SGA as the reigning MVP,
- and the rise of small-market teams like OKC and Indiana.
- Shams emphasized that the NBA’s future is strong, even if load management and tanking still create bad optics.
Kyle Busch Remembrance with Ryan McGee
A shocking loss
- Ryan McGee joined for an emotional tribute to Kyle Busch, following news of his death after a severe illness.
- McGee described the loss as deeply personal and said the racing community was blindsided.
Busch’s legacy
- The discussion highlighted Busch as:
- a true racer,
- fiercely competitive,
- a decorated driver,
- and someone who eventually became a beloved husband, father, and ambassador for the sport.
- Pat added that Busch was a constant presence on the show and someone who always made time for racing conversation.
Personal memories
- McGee shared stories about:
- covering Busch since the start of his career,
- his obsession with Days of Thunder,
- and how Busch could be difficult early in life but evolved into a much more complete person.
- The segment ended with a shared sense that the sport had lost one of its great characters.
Indy 500 / Coca-Cola 600 Double Preview with Catherine Legge
The challenge
- Catherine Legge is attempting the rare Indy 500 + Coca-Cola 600 double.
- She described the extreme logistics:
- racing in Indianapolis,
- transferring by car, helicopter, and plane,
- IVs, calories, recovery,
- then racing again in Charlotte.
Mindset and preparation
- Legge said the biggest goal is to:
- solve all problems on Carb Day,
- make Sunday go smoothly,
- and survive the 1,100-mile grind.
- She said the double came together quickly once the team and equipment were in place.
Historic significance
- The show emphasized how rare the attempt is and noted:
- only a handful of drivers have tried it,
- and even fewer have completed it successfully.
- Weather was a concern, but the mood remained optimistic.
PK Subban on Hockey Playoffs
Canadiens, Hurricanes, and playoff layoff
- PK discussed Montreal’s surprising run against Carolina.
- Key point: the Hurricanes’ long layoff between series may have hurt their rhythm.
- Montreal was praised for:
- speed,
- skill,
- and confidence.
Montreal as a championship city
- PK made a big statement that Montreal is maybe the best championship city in sports.
- He described it as:
- European-feeling,
- nightlife-heavy,
- classy,
- and absolutely electric during playoff success.
Avalanche vs. Golden Knights
- PK also talked about the Avs/Knights series and Cale Makar’s absence.
- His point: Vegas needed to show urgency and physicality if Makar remained out.
Thunder/Spurs pick
- PK leaned into Wemby and suggested San Antonio could steal a game.
- His larger point: Wemby is one of those must-watch, once-in-a-generation players.
“Five Things That Aren’t Asked” / Good and Bad of the Week
The good
- Stephon Castle: huge dunk and a rising Spurs highlight.
- Mitch Marner: filthy goal for Vegas.
- Marcel Ozuna: home run launched into a celebratory cone.
- Kyle Schwarber: another monster homer and strong season.
- Aston Villa and Cristiano Ronaldo: major soccer highlight plays and a title win for Ronaldo’s Saudi club.
The bad
- A Vanderbilt pitcher barking at hitters before giving up a homer.
- A brutal groin shot / lower-body injury in baseball.
- A KHL goalie getting crushed by the trophy during a celebration.
- A WWE entrance wardrobe malfunction.
- Flooding in New York and a Waymo struggling through it.
Final Takeaways
- The show blended comedy and sports analysis in classic McAfee fashion.
- Biggest emotional moment: the tribute to Kyle Busch.
- Biggest future-facing sports themes:
- Vanderbilt football’s rise,
- the NBA’s young stars and physical playoff battles,
- and the Indy 500/Coca-Cola 600 double as a major weekend storyline.
- For viewers, the main watch items were:
- Breadwinner on May 29,
- the NBA playoffs,
- Indy 500 weekend,
- and the ongoing tributes to Kyle Busch.