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.
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.
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.”
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.
