PMS 1553 - PK Subban, Jacob Misiorowski, Kendrick Perkins, Mark Schlabach

The Pat McAfee Show's Episode 1553 delivers a high-energy, celebration-filled deep dive into the world of sports, beginning with a vibrant look at NFL Schedule Release Day and the global expansion of football, including the controversial yet exciting Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New Orleans Saints game in Paris. The episode highlights the strategic weight of primetime scheduling, especially during injury-plagued stretches, while celebrating dramatic comebacks across leagues—most notably the Colorado Avalanche’s historic 3-0 series comeback and the Cleveland Cavaliers’ overtime victory over the Detroit Pistons. PK Subban joins to analyze the Avalanche’s elite conditioning and mental toughness, while Kendrick Perkins praises the Cavs’ resilience and foreshadows a future GOAT debate centered on Victor Wemby. MLB’s spotlight shines on rookie sensation Jacob Misiorowski, whose 103.6 mph fastball and 49 pitches over 100 mph mark a historic milestone. The show then shifts to the PGA Championship, where Mark Schlabach provides real-time analysis of early drama, including Michael Block’s stunning 203-yard birdie, Garrick Higo’s rare two-stroke penalty for a late tee time, and the rising stars like Pot Gieter and Minwoo Lee. The discussion extends to NFL roster moves, with the Dolphins’ $68 million deal for running back A-Chan signaling a resurgence in the value of versatile backs. College football debates swirl around the ACC’s potential 12-team playoff format, with ESPN’s surprising support for a smaller field. The episode closes on a heartfelt note with an update on Malik Nabors’ knee recovery, involving a cyclops lesion and Graston treatment, while celebrating the unique, community-driven fan culture at the PGA Championship—where residents live on the course and build elaborate viewing platforms, turning the event into a social spectacle. The tone remains consistently upbeat, joyful, and deeply appreciative of both athletic excellence and shared human connection.