Josh McDaniels
Mentioned in 27 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
New England Patriots offensive coordinator who has garnered significant podcast discussion for his role in Drake Maye's development and offensive system implementation in the 2024-2025 season. Despite receiving an A-grade from players in the NFLPA survey, his play-calling and scheme adjustments faced criticism following the Patriots' Super Bowl LX loss to Seattle, with particular scrutiny on personnel usage and defensive adjustments. Podcasters frequently reference his extensive playoff experience and history as an experienced play-caller navigating high-leverage game situations.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 26, 2026
NFLPA Players Survey Leaks // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 2/26 (Hour 4)
“Patriots offensive coordinator receiving A-grade from players in NFLPA survey”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 25, 2026
Can the Patriots Find a #1 Wide Receiver This Offseason? // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 2/25 (Hour 4)
“Patriots offensive coordinator; discussed regarding offensive performance and play-calling effectiveness in Super Bowl”
First Things First · Feb 25, 2026
Lakers lose to Magic, Bears over 9.5 wins, Nick’s Tiers, Should Steelers fans want Rodgers back?
“Patriots coach discussed for Drake May development and year-two offensive system improvements”
Felger & Massarotti · Feb 24, 2026
Drake Maye and the 2025 NFL MVP Discussion // Eliot Wolf Meets the Media at NFL Combine // Drake Maye’s Shoulder Injury Recovery - 2/24 (Hour 3)
“Patriots offensive coordinator mentioned regarding Drake Maye's development and coaching relationships”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
Hour 2 - The NBA's Tanking Problem, Jason Garrett
“New England Patriots offensive coordinator criticized for not adjusting game plan despite clear offensive line problems”
The Bobby Bones Show · Feb 11, 2026
Lots to Say: Super Bowl Recap, Cam Jordan, Scott Hallenbeck, and Rob Riggle!
“Patriots offensive coordinator evaluated for game-calling decisions in Super Bowl loss”
Sharp or Square · Feb 10, 2026
Super Bowl LX Betting Recap & Reaction
“Patriots offensive coordinator whose scheme failed to generate offensive production against Seattle defense”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 10, 2026
The Best of The Dan Patrick Show
“Patriots head coach; criticized for game plan decisions in Super Bowl, particularly run game abandonment”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 9, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 1 - Seahawks win the Super Bowl, Sam Darnold's epic comeback
“Game planning criticized for not utilizing tight ends effectively against Seahawks”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 9, 2026
Hour 1 – Super Bowl Champion Seahawks, Bill Cowher
“Most experienced Super Bowl offensive coordinator in NFL history; criticized for play-calling adjustments”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 9, 2026
Hour 2 – Kicker Dominance, Ross Tucker
“Criticized for lack of adjustments, failing to help left tackle Will Campbell, and predictable play calling”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 9, 2026
Hour 3 – Drake Maye Had No Answers, Recollections from the Road Trip
“Criticized for conservative play-calling and not adapting offensive strategy against Seattle pressure”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 9, 2026
The Best of The Dan Patrick Show
“Patriots OC criticized for play-calling and failure to adjust to Seattle's defensive schemes”
The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny · Feb 9, 2026
Super Bowl LX Recap: Seahawks Win!
“Patriots offensive coordinator; criticized for limited personnel usage, lack of jumbo packages, and failure to adjust to Seahawks pressure schemes”
The Colin Cowherd Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
INSTANT REACTION: Seahawks Dominate Patriots To Win The Super Bowl, Sam Darnold’s Incredible Career Arc
“New England Patriots OC; experienced play-caller unable to overcome offensive line deficiencies”
The Domonique Foxworth Show · Feb 6, 2026
Super Bowl Preview Live From San Francisco with Marcus Spears, Mina Kimes & Kevin Clark
“Patriots offensive coordinator credited with offensive transformation despite head coaching struggles”
The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny · Feb 4, 2026
The Pats’ Battle with Seattle: A Super Bowl Preview!
“New England Patriots offensive coordinator; discussed for quick-game design and Drake May's execution of concepts”
New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce · Feb 4, 2026
Julian Edelman & Cooper Kupp on Super Bowl 60, NFL Beauty Pageants, and Burger Flipping OCs | EP 178
“Patriots offensive coordinator; discussed for developing Drake May and extensive Super Bowl experience”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 4, 2026
The Super Bowl LX characters who changed their stories this season
“Patriots offensive coordinator whose system has elevated Drake May's quarterback performance”
Sharp or Square · Feb 3, 2026
Super Bowl LX Analysis with John Middlekauff
“Patriots offensive coordinator with extensive playoff experience and comfort managing high-leverage game situations”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 3, 2026
The Patriots' one-season about-face meets the Seahawks' ruthless climb to the top of the league in Super Bowl LX
“Patriots offensive coordinator who developed Drake May using Tom Brady tape as teaching methodology”
The Colin Cowherd Podcast · Jan 31, 2026
Prime Cuts - Super Bowl Preview, Belichick Hall of Fame Snub? Broncos Win With Bo Nix, NFL Coaching Carousel
“Patriots offensive coordinator mentioned as part of coaching staff contributing to playoff success”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · Jan 30, 2026
An NBA Mailbag, Belichick’s Snub, Pats Disrespect, and Half-Baked Ideas With Zach Lowe, Kevin Wildes, and Joe House
“Patriots offensive coordinator whose playbook evolved from Cam Newton experience to include mobile QB concepts”
The Colin Cowherd Podcast · Jan 29, 2026
Belichick Hall of Fame Snub? Super Bowl Preview, Sam Darnold’s Redemption Arc, LeBron Still Dominates At 41
“Patriots offensive coordinator mentioned as experienced coach in Super Bowl preparation”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Jan 26, 2026
Conference Championship Games Recap: Patriots and Seahawks advance to Super Bowl LX
“Patriots offensive coordinator; conservative play-calling strategy effective in weather-affected AFC Championship”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Jan 19, 2026
NEWS: Bills fire Sean McDermott
“Patriots offensive coordinator; discussed as ineligible candidate due to division rivalry with Bills”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Dec 22, 2025
Jon Gruden on Trevor Lawrence’s Revival, Drake Maye’s Ceiling & Who to Trust in the AFC, Plus CFB Playoff Cinderellas Had No Shot
“Credited with improving Drake Maye's fundamentals and decision-making in first NFL season”