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This episode covers the latest football developments, including Kyler Murray winning the starting job in Minnesota and the resulting uncertainty around J.J. McCarthy's future. The hosts examine potential landing spots for McCarthy, analyze quarterback competitions in Cleveland, and debate the accuracy of initial injury reports. The discussion also features the Mount Rushmore of purple things, a debate over NFL head coaching hot seats, and an extended interview with Coach John Gruden covering his upcoming broadcasting return, the AFC and NFC landscapes, and coaching philosophies.
Hosts open the episode, introduce sponsors and guests, and set the stage for the discussion.
The hosts announce Kyler Murray’s appointment as the Vikings’ starting quarterback and discuss the implications for the team.
A detailed conversation about the possible destinations for J.J. McCarthy after being cut by the Vikings, including team suggestions and trade logic.
The hosts read and analyze a quote from Todd Monkin regarding the Browns’ quarterback depth chart, debating his stance on Shador Sanders versus Deshaun Watson.
Commercial breaks featuring Twisted Tea and DraftKings, highlighting their products and promotions for listeners.
Hosts promote their new book, explain the 'electric' branding, and discuss chapter contributions from the team.
A humorous exchange about bot traffic versus human trafficking, with a brief detour into the concept of 'dead internet.'
The hosts reveal a shocking golf cheating incident involving a fake divot mark and a hole-in-one that was premeditated.
Discussion turns to the release of the video evidence and the financial implications of the cheating.
The hosts dissect the premeditated nature of the cheating, likening it to a sophisticated crime.
A brief digression into who might hit a hole-in-one on the show, adding levity to the conversation.
Hosts explain a new NFL rule allowing head coaches to have a designated flag thrower on the sidelines.
The conversation shifts to Italy's use of Parmesan cheese as a backing for currency and related jokes.
Discussion about Paul Skeens' stretching routine and potential injury concerns during a game.
The hosts announce the upcoming interview with Coach John Gruden and wrap up the segment before the interview begins.
The hosts discuss the release of a new fan‑centric book featuring short chapters from popular guests, highlighting its playful content and pricing.
They reveal plans for a new podcast with the host’s brother, outlining roles, production goals, and a humorous, team‑meeting vibe.
The conversation shifts to a deep dive into the upcoming NFL season, covering team strengths, key players, and playoff projections across both conferences.
The hosts discuss their Italian roots and share humorous takes on Canadians, highlighting cultural quirks and personal anecdotes.
Trading J.J. McCarthyinsight
The hosts discuss Kyler Murray winning the starting job in Minnesota and argue that the Vikings must trade J.J. McCarthy because keeping him after drafting him in the first round is no longer productive.
Strict Injury Reporting Penaltiesstrategy
A frustrated rant about inaccurate injury reports, arguing that reporters who incorrectly estimate recovery timelines should serve jail time matching the original estimate.
Surprising Coaching Hot Seatdata
The hosts review a USA Today list of NFL head coaches on the hot seat, questioning why established or rookie coaches like Matt LaFleur and Clint Kubiak appeared on it.
Elaborate Golf Cheating Schemestory
An unbelievable story goes viral about a golfer who drove ahead to the fourth hole before a tournament, placed his own ball in the cup, and faked a phone call about an ill grandmother.
John Gruden on Justin Herbertinsight
Coach John Gruden explains why he does not rank Justin Herbert in his top 100 players, citing a lack of playoff wins and expressing his dislike for the Chargers uniform.
The Reality of NFL Injuriesinsight
Coach Gruden shares how losing key players like Mike Alstott ruined the Buccaneers' repeat chances, stating that the next-man-up philosophy is a crock of crap.
Calling Plays Live on Airstrategy
In a comedic segment, Coach John Gruden provides live play-by-play commentary for a chaotic final sequence between the Bears and Commanders.
“Kyler Murray's going to look so short in that purple uniform, but.”
“young quarterbacks don't fail teams, teams fail young quarterbacks.”
“I mean, I think, I think the one that you left off is Chargers. Bolt up.”
“He drove before the, the round. They found him on the security tapes. No, no, he, he drove like there's a shed near the fourth hole.”
“It's the most premeditated crime you could ever commit. The level of the step that you have, you have to do so much stuff.”
“We have a few more apps. We came up with like eleven purple things and like four of them were like, ah, so we're like, we gotta find some more.”
“We actually made a toilet paper page.”
“If we hit a little adversity, we'll be like, all right, we'll try again tomorrow.”
“There's a big difference between good and great.”
“You gotta accumulate knowledge. Your accumulation of knowledge is a powerful thing.”
Kyler Murray is the starter for the Vikings and we talk about what this means for JJ McCarthy and potential landing spots (00:00:00-00:14:26). Coaches on the hot seat, training camp injuries, the NBA released their schedule and more (00:14:26-00:30:21). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including a crazy golf cheating story, max gets confused and Halloween World Series (00:30:21-01:01:23). Mt Rushmore of purple things (01:01:23-01:19:36). Coach Gruden joins the show to get us ready for football, teams he likes, coaching wisdom he learned throughout the years and more (01:19:36-02:09:28). We finish with listener submitted Pardon Your Take questions You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take https://barstool.link/pardon-my-take
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