Pat on the Back

Pat O'Connor

Welcome to Pat on the Back, the show where sports and comedy collide in the best (and most ridiculous) ways possible. Hosted by Pat O'Connor, the guy who's seen just enough games and told just enough jokes to think this was a good idea. Every week Pat dives into the highs, lows, and dumb side of sports. From the biggest names to the biggest unknowns, this show brings you the kind of perspective only slightly above average rec league vet can bring to the table. No stats overloads and no filter, just jokes, stories, and everything else you wont hear on ESPN. read less

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You Don't Gotta Be Dead Inside To Be Great

You Don't Gotta Be Dead Inside To Be Great

Is the secret to greatness just....being kind of miserable all the time? in this episode, I dive into the dark side of "grindset" culture and whether you really really need to be dead Inside to win championships. From Brady to Jordan to Giannis and Mahomes - and even a little Josh Allen love - I explore what greatness looks like when you're having fun vs when you're fueled by rage. Plus, a personal story about chasing success the hard way...and choosing to take a different path.

Episodes

You Don't Gotta Be Dead Inside To Be Great

You Don't Gotta Be Dead Inside To Be Great

Is the secret to greatness just....being kind of miserable all the time? in this episode, I dive into the dark side of "grindset" culture and whether you really really need to be dead Inside to win championships. From Brady to Jordan to Giannis and Mahomes - and even a little Josh Allen love - I explore what greatness looks like when you're having fun vs when you're fueled by rage. Plus, a personal story about chasing success the hard way...and choosing to take a different path.

Is Joe Burrow Too Cool To Win a Super Bowl?

Is Joe Burrow Too Cool To Win a Super Bowl?

Joe Burrow has the swagger, the shades, the white pants. But, is that "too cool" energy what's holding him back? In this episode, I break down why being the smoothest quarterback in the league might not win you a ring.Plus, I introduce a new way to rank QBs: the Swagger vs Psychosis Tier List. And explain why the best ones might be a little unhinged. New episodes every Thursday. Hit follow for more sports takes with a twist.

Pat on the Back: No More Flagg

Pat on the Back: No More Flagg

Pat talks the shutdown of Cooper Flagg, Pop-off player of the week, and Randy Moss's thoughts on Justin Jefferson.

Pat on the Back: Iso Angel

Pat on the Back: Iso Angel

Pat talks Cooper Flagg vs Bronny James, Angel Reese in Iso, and the newest D1 sports school.

Pat on the Back: Stream of thought

Pat on the Back: Stream of thought

Pat lets his stream of thoughts take over as he talks PED's in Fencing, his golf aspirations and the return of greatest dog gobbler of all time, Joey Chestnut.

Pat talks the narrative and legacy of the 2024-25 NBA/NFL seasons and the 4th of July

Is Lebron still a Winner?

Is Lebron still a Winner?

Pat talks Lebron opting in to his player option and how that effects the Lakers future and the way to early pre-pre-pre-season NFL Tiers.

KD, Rodgers, and The Big Dumper

KD, Rodgers, and The Big Dumper

Pat talks Durant going to Houston, Aaron Rodgers career ending, and the legacy of it all. Oh, and The Big Dumper.

Pacers and Pride

Pacers and Pride

Pat Talks about NBA Finals game 7, the WNBA is gritty and filling the gap, and pride weekend.

Pat on the Back: Sex, Love, and Brock'n Roll

Pat on the Back: Sex, Love, and Brock'n Roll

Pat talks Steelers QB's, darkhorse MVP's, and hot girl combos.