Leave it to Pat McAfee to turn a potentially grim injury update into a sideshow of hilarity and swagger. The former NFL punter turned media personality has a knack for keeping things light, even in the face of adversity – and his recent hip flexor injury update is no exception.
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It all started with McAfee turning heads not for his gridiron exploits or his wildly popular ESPN show, but rather for his unlikely foray into soccer. Suiting up for CONCACAF SC, the always-game McAfee even chipped in with a delightful assist.
However, McAfee’s moment in the sun was short-lived, as the charismatic charger soon found himself sidelined by a hip flexor strain – or, as he so eloquently put it, a “full fu**ing tear” sustained during a wayward free-kick attempt against JJ Watt’s Burnley FC squad.
Pat McAfee broke the heart-breaking news himself, taking to X to share the gory details with his trademark panache.,
“Pat was unable to stand up from the toilet this morning without some rather excruciating pain.. He also had a very pronounced limp while heading into brunch with the boys this morning.” he quipped. Adding, “This is what 37 years old looks like for a guy who hasn’t run in a few decades.”
BREAKING: Source(s) close to the situation are saying that Pat McAfee will be OUT tonight for CONCAFA SC’s Win or Go Home game at 9PM as he is dealing with a Hip Flexer Strain/Full fucking tear that happened midstroke of his free kick against @JJWatt’s Burnley FC team that missed… pic.twitter.com/Noo5j5zj6H
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) June 7, 2024
Just a self-deprecating jab that had his legions of fans laughing and wincing in sympathy.
JJ Watt himself chimed in to praise McAfee’s indomitable spirit. “Tough tough break. Guy left it all out on the pitch. Tendons & ligaments included. Hoping for a speedy miracle recovery for you big guy,” Even former NFL quarterback Dan Orlovsky couldn’t resist getting in on the action, offering a succinct yet poignant tribute to McAfee’s relentless work ethic: “High effort guy.”
Tough tough break.
Guy left it all out on the pitch.
Tendons & ligaments included.Hoping for a speedy miracle recovery for you big guy.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) June 7, 2024
High effort guy
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) June 7, 2024
That being said, whether he’s slinging passes or cracking wise from the sidelines, the inimitable personality continues to entertain and inspire in equal measure – hip flexor be damned.
NFL Fans React To Pat McAfee Injury Update
The outpouring of support for the inimitable Pat McAfee in the wake of his untimely injury has been nothing short of heartwarming. As news of his “full fu**ing tear” spread like wildfire, well-wishers from all walks of life chimed in with their own brand of quirky encouragement.
”Pat leg too strong, arm still works will be a fantastic role on the sideline,” a fan mused, already envisioning McAfee’s return in a mentor role.
No one’s watching how that pat’s out
Just sayin
— New Midia (@TheNewMidia) June 7, 2024
Pat leg to strong, arm still works will be a fantastic role on the sideline
— Holden Snodgrass (@SnodgrassHolden) June 7, 2024
Get well soon damn
— Farmer Stoolie (@BearLovesKer) June 7, 2024
For some, the mere thought of a McAfee-less soccer tournament was too much to bear, with diehards vowing to boycott the proceedings until their beloved pundit made his triumphant comeback. “No one’s watching how that pat’s out,” one diehard lamented, echoing the sentiments of countless others. While another added, “Expected but unfortunate nonetheless. Ts and Ps.”.
Expected but unfortunate nonetheless. Ts and Ps.
— thechanceband (@TheChanceBand) June 7, 2024
Moving on, as CONCACAF SC prepares for their knockout clash with Supra United, one thing is certain: win or lose, Pat McAfee’s indomitable spirit will be there every step of the way, rallying his teammates and entertaining his adoring public.