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Pat McAfee Gets a Celestial Smackdown: Why ESPN’s Golden Boy Had to Zip It About Caitlin Clark

Last updated: 2024/09/05 at 2:06 AM
By Mezhar Alee
Pat McAfee Gets a Celestial Smackdown: Why ESPN's Golden Boy Had to Zip It About Caitlin Clark

In the land of sports commentary, where opinions fly as freely as Steph Curry’s three-pointers, Pat McAfee has always been the guy with the hot hand. But even the king of controversy himself seems to have hit a cosmic speed bump when it comes to WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark. So what gives? Did the universe really step in, or did ESPN simply remind McAfee that even he has limits? Spoiler: It’s probably both, and it’s as entertaining as it sounds.


McAfee vs. The Universe (or Disney, Depends Who You Ask)

If you’ve been keeping tabs on Pat McAfee, you know the man has a mouth as big as his biceps, and he’s not afraid to use either. Whether he’s firing off takes on the NFL or making someone the butt of his jokes, McAfee’s style is a mix of brutal honesty and unapologetic humor. But when the topic of Caitlin Clark, the WNBA’s newest superstar, came up, McAfee did something shocking—he stopped talking.

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Yes, you read that right. The guy who once called out entire NFL teams by name and picked fights with pro wrestlers was suddenly speechless. Rumor has it that McAfee got a divine message—though in this case, “God” might’ve been wearing Mickey Mouse ears and holding a Disney contract. Either way, McAfee’s usual flair for saying whatever he pleases hit a snag, and people are scratching their heads over why.

This isn’t true.

I said “God” and the “universe” told me to stop talking about it.. that was thru me saying something that inevitably always caused full chaos.

It wasn’t great for my life or for the progrum.

You took a completely false headline from an asinine account and… pic.twitter.com/VywJutvwZ9

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) August 21, 2024

The “White Bitch” Blunder

During a recent episode, McAfee and ESPN’s Rich Eisen ventured into the treacherous waters of discussing Caitlin Clark’s meteoric rise. Now, McAfee isn’t exactly known for his delicate phrasing, and when he referred to Clark, who’s been lighting up the WNBA like it’s her personal highlight reel, as a “white bitch,” well, that was a problem. It was like watching someone try to throw a punch in zero gravity—awkward, unnecessary, and a complete miss.

Apparently, the powers that be at ESPN weren’t too thrilled about their latest golden boy tossing around such language, especially when it came to someone like Clark, who’s become a national treasure in her rookie season. And so, the “universe” (read: corporate overlords) stepped in, with a clear message: “Pat, maybe don’t.”

I shouldn’t have used “white bitch” as a descriptor of Caitlin Clark. No matter the context.. even if we’re talking about race being a reason for some of the stuff happening.. I have way too much respect for her and women to put that into the universe.

My intentions when saying… pic.twitter.com/F6OHB4gvYh

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) June 3, 2024

McAfee’s ‘Aha’ Moment

Ever the showman, McAfee didn’t exactly deny the intervention. Instead, he played it off with his signature self-deprecating humor, claiming that God—because who else could get him to shut up?—had told him to knock it off. “The universe told me not to talk about her. God came in and was like, ‘You know what pal, probably go ahead and stop it.’”

But here’s the kicker: McAfee didn’t just hint at divine intervention; he outright admitted that he’s, well, not the sharpest tool in the shed sometimes. “The universe tells me this because I’m an idiot, mostly. The reason is because I’m an idiot. I am dumb. And the way I speak, not good. And multiple times God has come in and [said], ‘you need to stop.’”

While McAfee’s admission might’ve been a tongue-in-cheek way to get out of hot water, it’s clear that when it comes to Caitlin Clark, ESPN isn’t taking any chances. McAfee can still rant about Patrick Mahomes or even go on tirades about NFL training camp blunders, but when it comes to Clark, he’s been given the ultimate timeout.

The Aftermath: McAfee Learns the Hard Way

Fans of McAfee know he’s not one to back down, but even the most untamed sports commentator has to play by the rules—especially when those rules come with a Disney-sized paycheck. So, while we might miss McAfee’s fiery takes on Caitlin Clark, let’s be honest: watching him navigate this corporate minefield might be the most entertaining show he’s ever put on.

In the end, McAfee might have to keep his thoughts on Caitlin Clark to himself, but don’t worry. He’s still got plenty to say about everything else. Just don’t expect any more “white bitch” comments. After all, even Pat McAfee knows when to shut up—if only for a little while.

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