PMS 2.0 1650 - Watt Wednesday with JJ Watt, Rece Davis, Jacob Misiorowski, Shams Charania, In the Trenches with AQ Shipley, Everything DB with Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

Summary of PMS 2.0 1650 - Watt Wednesday with JJ Watt, Rece Davis, Jacob Misiorowski, Shams Charania, In the Trenches with AQ Shipley, Everything DB with Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

by Pat McAfee, ESPN

2h 49m•October 21, 2026
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Overview of PMS 2.0 (Watt Wednesday)

This episode was a packed sports-meets-comedy livestream from the new NFL Studios in Los Angeles, with Pat McAfee, A.Q. Shipley, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and company covering everything from the NBA season tip-off and the World Series to major NFL injury news, college football rankings, and film-room breakdowns. The show mixed real reporting with the crew’s usual banter, guest appearances, and telestrated analysis.

Biggest Topics Discussed

NBA Tip-Off Night

  • The crew reacted live to the NBA season opener.
  • Key takeaways:
    • LeBron James’ opening-night performance and his Ohio-rooted trash talk became a major talking point.
    • The Knicks lost on banner night, which the crew treated as a big storyline.
    • Boston looked rusty, with Jason Tatum struggling and Paul George going off for the Celtics’ opponent.
    • OKC looked sharp behind SGA in a win over San Antonio.
  • The hosts joked about “scripts,” commissioner Adam Silver, and early-season narratives.

Jalen Hurts Blood Clot Update with Dr. David Chow

  • Dr. David Chow, former NFL team doctor, joined to explain the medical situation around Jalen Hurts’ blood clot.
  • Main points:
    • Blood clots, especially pulmonary embolisms, are serious but treatable when caught early.
    • Hurts is expected to be out for the season because players cannot safely play football on blood thinners.
    • Long-term, Chow said Hurts should be able to return to play if no underlying condition is found.
    • The key unresolved question is when the clot moved from superficial to deep vein thrombosis.
  • The crew emphasized how alarming the situation sounded and how much public confusion has surrounded the reporting.

J.J. Watt Joins the Show

  • J.J. Watt came on for a wide-ranging football conversation.
  • Topics included:
    • The Colts’ turmoil after firing their GM and the pressure on the organization to make smart trade-deadline decisions.
    • The state of the Texans, Titans, and AFC South.
    • The Rams’ unexpected struggles and whether Sean McVay’s play-calling has looked off.
    • The Broncos’ offense and Bo Nix’s regression.
    • The Ravens/Bengals/Steelers/Cleveland race in the AFC North.
    • The upcoming international game in Paris and the security concerns surrounding it.
  • The bit devolved into a playful “press conference” about Paris, the Louvre, and unrest, with Watt eventually saying he wasn’t the right person for geopolitical analysis.

College Football with Reese Davis

  • Reese Davis joined to recap the weekend’s biggest college football results.
  • Main themes:
    • The margins between elite teams are razor thin.
    • BYU’s win over Notre Dame was a huge resume boost.
    • Ohio State’s quarterback situation changed after Julian Sayin’s injury.
    • Texas continues to be a major concern despite the talent.
    • Ole Miss remains a contender but has vulnerabilities.
    • The expanded playoff format is still controversial, but Reese acknowledged it will be fun once the postseason begins.
  • The crew also discussed AP poll philosophy and how much college fans resist major change.

Tone’s “Above Average” Poll

  • Tone Diggs revealed his own top-five ranking.
  • His approach emphasized strength of record and resume, not just “best team” on a neutral field.
  • BYU ranked No. 1 in Tone’s poll, with Miami close behind.
  • The discussion centered on how ranking teams by résumé versus pure team quality changes the entire conversation.

Guest and Insider Segments

Shams Charania on the NBA

  • Shams reported on:
    • Boston’s opening-night issues.
    • Detroit’s strong second-half comeback.
    • The Sixers’ new-look lineup and the rivalry with New York.
    • The Thunder’s health and championship outlook.
  • He also dropped a major report that the Warriors are exploring trade routes and contingency plans around Kristaps Porzingis’ health situation, including the possibility he may have to step away if his autoimmune issues don’t improve.
  • Steph Curry was described as untouchable; the Warriors’ challenge is how to improve around him with aging salary commitments.

Jacob Misiorowski Before the World Series

  • The Brewers’ flamethrowing young starter joined ahead of his first World Series appearance.
  • He talked about:
    • How surreal it feels to reach the Fall Classic.
    • The Brewers’ clubhouse culture under their manager.
    • Managing adrenaline and pitch count.
    • Preparing during the layoff with live BP and internal work.
  • The crew marveled at his fastball velocity and the rarity of a pitcher with that kind of arm strength.

Film Room and NFL Breakdown

Darius Butler’s Situational Report

  • Darius broke down C.J. Stroud’s big performance with detailed telestration.
  • Highlights:
    • Stroud’s timing and pocket efficiency.
    • Big throws to Jalen Noel and Nico Collins.
    • A standout throw under pressure that Darius called one of the best of the year.

A.Q. Shipley’s Top 5 Offensive Lines

A.Q. ranked the best offensive lines after Week 6:

  1. New Orleans Saints
  2. Carolina Panthers
  3. Kansas City Chiefs
  4. San Francisco 49ers
  5. Buffalo Bills

Key notes:

  • A.Q. praised the Saints’ run-game concepts and overall line play.
  • Carolina’s line got major love for powering the run game and helping Bryce Young look better.
  • Kansas City’s group was highlighted for its physicality and run-game commitment.
  • San Francisco’s trench dominance and Trent Williams’ power were emphasized.
  • Buffalo was praised for consistency and personnel usage.

“Good D” Segments

  • Darius broke down several defensive plays:
    • A game-winning interception by Jaquan McMillan for Denver.
    • A Charles Woods interception for the Patriots.
    • Jalen Ramsey’s pressure and sacks, which led to praise for his fit in Pittsburgh’s defense.
  • The hosts tied all of it back to defensive disguise, leverage, and pressure timing.

Weekly NFL Awards / Players of the Week

  • C.J. Stroud received Offensive Player of the Week recognition.
  • Julius Chestnut was honored for special teams impact.
  • Jalen Ramsey earned Defensive Player of the Week honors.
  • Caleb Williams was highlighted after a strong return performance.
  • Chad Ryland was praised for a perfect kicking day that helped the Cardinals beat the Rams.

Other Notable NFL Storylines

Colts Reset

  • The Colts’ firing of their GM led to a long discussion about:
    • Interim decision-making.
    • Trade deadline strategy.
    • Whether Shane Steichen is in a lame-duck situation.
    • Whether Anthony Richardson should be part of future evaluation.
  • Thomas Morstead signing with Indianapolis became a side topic, especially his unusual jersey number choice.

Packers Defense and Micah Parsons Return Timeline

  • The crew loved Green Bay’s pressure packages under their new defensive setup.
  • They discussed how the defense is thriving without Micah Parsons and how his eventual return could make the unit even more dangerous.
  • A.Q. explained the disguise-heavy pressure schemes and why the Packers’ safeties have been so effective.

Broncos Offensive Struggles

  • The Broncos’ offense drew criticism for:
    • Poor execution.
    • Lack of run game.
    • Questionable confidence from Bo Nix.
  • Despite that, the defense was viewed as good enough to keep them in contention if the offense can catch up.

Panthers Rising

  • The Carolina Panthers got a lot of love as a surprise team.
  • The offensive line, Chuba Hubbard, Bryce Young, and the overall physical identity were all praised.
  • The consensus was that they’re becoming a real football team, not just a scrappy one.

Closing Notes

  • The episode ended with more celebration of the new NFL Studios setup in L.A., including the huge space, cameras, lighting, and production capabilities.
  • The crew repeatedly joked about how dangerous it is to give Pat access to a brand-new media playground.
  • Despite the chaos and comedy, the show delivered a ton of legitimate sports analysis across the NFL, NBA, college football, and MLB.

Main Takeaways

  • Jalen Hurts’ blood clot situation is serious, but the medical outlook could be good long-term if treated correctly.
  • The NBA season opened with immediate drama: LeBron, the Knicks, Boston, OKC, and early trade chatter.
  • College football’s top teams are separated by the smallest of margins, and playoff expansion is still emotionally charged.
  • The Packers, Panthers, Chiefs, and Saints were among the big trench winners of Week 6.
  • The show remains a blend of insider reporting, technical film study, and unfiltered sports talk.