Pat McAfee addresses hate tweets and security concerns on social media

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 1:42 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Pat McAfee addresses hate tweets and security concerns on social media
Summary

Pat McAfee recently shared a lengthy post on social media detailing hate tweets and threats he has received amid criticism for his comments on safety while covering "College GameDay" in Utah. The backlash intensified following his connection of personal safety to the 2025 assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. McAfee cited added security measures for a subsequent trip to Tennessee, including FBI presence and discussions of protective gear. Utah apologized for a video that McAfee criticized, further complicating his relationship with fans.

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  • •McAfee posted screenshots of threats he has received on social media.
  • •He is facing criticism for his comments about safety at Utah's campus.
  • •Utah issued an apology for a video McAfee criticized.
  • •Increased security measures were implemented for College GameDay in Tennessee.
  • •FBI presence included snipers due to safety concerns during the event.
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  • 1:42 AMYahoo Sports — Pat McAfee shares screenshots of hate tweets as part of long, winding social post about security concerns, relationship with fans
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Facing some criticism from sports fans recently, McAfee took to social media on Wednesday night.

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