There are football media guys who are clueless (https://mikefarrellsports.com/college/bayless-leads-list-of-clueless-football-media ) and these are media folks I’d like to have a beer with.
Media that talk about football are only allowed on this list…
1. Nick Saban
The GOAT for a reason, he’s a guy who is so knowledgeable about everything. I’ve met him a few times, spoken to him rarely and I was always intimidated but came away impressed.
2. Scott Van Pelt
I’ve actually had the pleasure and it was amazing. We broke bread a few times at restaurants and the attention he gained was uncomfortable. I hosted him at my house once and my beagle Daisy immediately fell in love. A good dude I’d like to have another beer with.
3. Dan Katz
Big Cat from Barstool just seems like a every man and the kind of dude you want to have a beer or two with. He is smart enough to come off self effacing despite his stardom.
4. Pat McAfee
He’s high energy and a bit over the top at times but he’s also very real with his takes. He’s a genius who built a punter’s career into media stardom.
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5. Kirk Herbstreit
I’ve met Herbie many times and worked with him but only hung with him a couple times on the Home Depot College Gameday bus. He’s a good guy, down to earth and super respectful.
6. Colin Cowherd
This sounds like an odd choice as he’s known to get some things wrong, but he’s a good guy. I’ve only met him once at an ESPN urinal (long story) but having a beer or two with him sounds cool.
7. Joe Tessitore
Yes, he’s dramatic on the air and can try too hard but he’s also funny and down to earth I’m told. He’s also a Boston College grad so there’s that.
8. Robert Griffin III
He’s goofy and a corn ball but he’s also funny, outrageous and seems like he’d be entertaining.
9. Chris Childers
My buddy here should be first but that would be too easy. I’ve known him forever and he’s as funny as they come. I’d put Rick Neuheisel on here too but I doubt he drinks.
10. Laura Rutledge
She’s just a cool person. I made fun of her once for being steamrolled on the UGA sideline and not only did she handle it well, she made me feel bad about myself for attacking such a nice person.
