Pat McAfee sparks concern with on-air behavior during ESPN show
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:48 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
During the latest episode of 'The Pat McAfee Show,' McAfee was seen trying to extinguish a lit item while live on ESPN. Video footage of the incident circulated on social media, raising eyebrows about his conduct on air. This follows a recent report of McAfee agreeing to a contract with ESPN worth over $60 million annually, although the deal has yet to be finalized. McAfee has been a controversial figure at ESPN, appearing on various shows including 'College GameDay' and 'Monday Night Countdown.'
- •McAfee attempts to put out a lit item during a live show.
- •Clip of the incident was shared widely on social media.
- •His contract with ESPN is reportedly over $60 million per year.
- •McAfee has appeared on multiple ESPN shows recently.
- •The finalization of his contract is still pending.
- 12:48 AMYahoo Sports — Pat McAfee gives ESPN 60 million reasons to rethink contract
"Pat McAfee puts out a lit item during a live taping of his show.Pat McAfee might want to think twice about what he does on his show. During Thursday’s episode...
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