Overview of PMS 2.0 1592 with Pat McAfee
Live from ESPN HQ in Bristol, this episode mixed Pat McAfee’s trademark chaos and banter with real football and golf news. The main threads were NFL training camp developments, the ongoing college football title race and NIL money changes, and a standout interview with rising golf star Jackson Koivun after his 3M Open win. Guests included Adam Schefter, Dan Lanning, and Laura Rutledge, all of whom helped unpack the biggest stories across sports.
NFL Training Camp Headlines
Kyle Shanahan crash clarification
- Adam Schefter explained the evolving reporting around Kyle Shanahan’s car accident.
- Shanahan later clarified that he dropped his phone, looked down briefly, and caused the crash himself.
- Schefter emphasized there was no alcohol or drugs involved, and Shanahan wanted to make sure the other driver was not blamed.
- The crew framed it as a sobering reminder of how quickly a distraction can become dangerous.
C.J. Stroud criticism vs. Texans reality
- The internet roasted C.J. Stroud’s camp arrival video, with jokes about his walk and outfit.
- Schefter said the Texans remain fully committed to Stroud and want to get a long-term extension done this summer.
- The consensus was that online reaction is noise; the team sees Stroud as its franchise QB.
Falcons quarterback situation
- Schefter said Michael Penix Jr. is dealing with a knee issue and is roughly four weeks away from being cleared.
- Kirk Cousins is the current starter and is expected to keep getting the bulk of reps.
- The Falcons also signed Cooper Rush for more camp depth.
Big defensive money: Browns and elsewhere
- The Browns rewarded Denzel Ward with a massive extension, and then Grant Delpit also got paid.
- The takeaway: Cleveland is investing heavily in its secondary and defense.
- The panel viewed it as a sign the Browns are building around their strengths while the quarterback situation remains unsettled.
Contract hold-ins and “contractitis”
- The show joked about a wave of players dealing with “contractitis” as hold-ins and soft-tissue tweaks spread through camp.
- Names mentioned included:
- Vita Vea in Tampa
- Bijan Robinson in Atlanta
- Jahmyr Gibbs in Detroit
- Joey Porter Jr. in Pittsburgh
- The running back market was a major topic, with the panel noting that new deals at the top will likely continue to reset the market.
Cowboys, Jerry Jones, and Max Crosby speculation
- Jerry Jones publicly said he’d be willing to trade future assets if it helps Dallas win now.
- That led to speculation about Max Crosby, though Laura Rutledge said she expects Crosby to remain a Raider.
- The Cowboys conversation centered on Dallas being talented but needing to prove it before anyone fully buys in.
Daniel Jones and the Colts
- Daniel Jones was praised for looking smooth and healthy in Indianapolis.
- The panel noted that he’s back fully after his Achilles injury and is competing with Anthony Richardson.
- There’s growing optimism that Jones can be a real factor if he stays healthy and plays smart.
College Football: Big Ten, SEC, and NIL
Big Ten confidence is surging
- Pat and the crew repeatedly argued that the Big Ten has become the sport’s powerhouse, especially at the top.
- Ohio State and Oregon were highlighted as national title contenders.
- Indiana also got a lot of attention as a surprise contender in the conversation, thanks to the momentum around its program and portal/recruiting success.
Dan Lanning on Oregon’s title push
- Oregon’s head coach said the Ducks are excited about having experience back and a strong defensive line returning.
- He emphasized roster continuity, competitive depth, and the need to stay focused on Oregon rather than the broader realignment drama.
- Lanning also stressed that the Big Ten is a tough, deep league with real postseason proof behind it.
SEC vs. Big Ten debate
- Laura Rutledge pushed back on some of the anti-SEC talk, arguing:
- The SEC’s 9-game grind cannibalizes top teams.
- The league still sends a huge number of players to the NFL.
- Pat and the crew countered that the Big Ten has been winning the big games and now has the money and structure to keep doing it.
NIL and jersey patch deals
- The show discussed a major shift in college sports branding:
- Notre Dame reportedly has a $20 million annual SoFi patch deal.
- Ohio State reportedly has a $17 million annual patch deal, with most of the money tied to football.
- The crew debated whether sponsorship patches on traditional uniforms are a sign of progress or a step too far.
- There was concern that some of college football’s iconic looks are becoming commercialized beyond recognition.
Interview Spotlight: Jackson Koivun
Why Koivun stood out
- Auburn golfer Jackson Koivun joined after winning the 3M Open and holding off Scottie Scheffler.
- The show framed him as one of golf’s next stars: the rare player who has been the No. 1 amateur in the world and immediately turned that into pro success.
What Koivun said
- He said he has been dealing with external pressure since turning pro, but got more comfortable as the week went on.
- Koivun described his game as built around:
- Commitment
- Routine
- Playing the golf course, not the leaderboard
- He said the pressure of hearing “Scottie’s two back” from the crowd actually helped him stay locked in.
His mindset and routine
- Koivun said he’s been playing golf basically since he could walk and practices nearly every day.
- He admitted he doesn’t like taking days off, even when advised to rest.
- His glove motto — “confidence, trust, dominate” — summed up his mentality perfectly.
- He also said he’s enjoying tour life, even if it mostly means hotels, travel, and finding ways to kill time between tournaments.
Fun moments from the interview
- The crew joked about him being a future Ryder Cup or Presidents Cup guy.
- Koivun said he’d love to represent the U.S. eventually, but wants to prove more first.
- He also revealed a modest football background and said he could make a 30-yard kick, leading to a lighthearted charity-kick challenge.
Laura Rutledge’s Perspective
ESPN and NFL Live
- Rutledge praised the ESPN production team and talked about how much easier July 29 is than early-July NFL shows, when there’s less to discuss.
- She plugged ESPN’s “Back Together Weekend” coverage, which will feature camp reports from around the league.
Her biggest NFL storylines
- She highlighted:
- Vita Vea’s situation in Tampa
- Baker Mayfield’s influence on the Bucs’ competitiveness
- Max Crosby speculation, while still believing he stays in Las Vegas
- The importance of new faces in new places, including players and coaches changing teams
Her broader sports take
- Rutledge said the South still loves ball and made the case that the SEC’s strength of schedule and talent pipeline remain elite.
- She also said the excitement for college football has never been higher, even with the sport still working through structural issues.
Notable Takeaways
- NFL camp news is officially heating up, with quarterback competitions, major extensions, and trade rumors already dominating discussion.
- The Big Ten continues to flex as the deepest and most confident league at the top of college football.
- College sports monetization is accelerating, with jersey patches and NIL-style sponsorships becoming normal.
- Jackson Koivun looks like a real golf star, not just a one-week story.
- The show’s recurring theme: ball is back, and the next few weeks will reshape both the NFL and college football landscapes.