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The atmosphere on “College GameDay” is something special. It’s a vibrant scene filled with tailgaters, students, and fans from rival teams, all crowding around the set and waving humorous signs in hopes of being seen on camera. The event is quite a spectacle, though it seems to have divided opinions across the country. This past Saturday, at Ole Miss—home of a highly anticipated game against LSU—Pat McAfee added more fuel to the fire.

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During the show, the Mississippi National Guard made a routine flyover above the set. Such displays are common, with personalities like McAfee often underlining their respect for the military.

As the flyover drew near, with the excitable crowd chanting “USA! USA! USA!,” host Rece Davis humorously quipped, “It’s just for show. They’re sending in the Mississippi National Guard for the pageantry.”

McAfee then made a remark that, unsurprisingly, caused quite a stir among those on the left, saying, “We definitely appreciate the hell out of the American military. And if you’re outside the United States and hear that sound, you better run.”

Davis responded to McAfee’s statement, indicating, “That’s one topic both sides can surely agree on.”

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It’s unclear if McAfee’s comment was aimed specifically at issues like illegal immigration, and he has not commented on the situation at the time of this writing. What’s certain, though, is that it ignited a strong reaction online.

One user on X noted, “Gameday is quickly turning into Fox News Sports. It’s embarrassing.” Another expressed disappointment, stating, “It’s kinda sad that I don’t look forward to College GameDay anymore due to blatant propaganda.” Similarly, someone else chimed in, “This jingoistic, macho nonsense turns me off.”

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If you don’t feel a sense of pride during the patriotic chants and celebrations of American strength, well, I’d say something might be off. These highlights featuring the military really give “College GameDay” and college football a distinct character compared to other sports.

Perhaps McAfee’s words were just a colorful way to comment on America’s enemies, implying they should be wary when confronted by the might of the U.S. military.

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Whether you like him or not, McAfee creates headlines. He has emerged as a dominant voice at ESPN, arguably surpassing Stephen A. Smith in prominence. His unique presence and his clear affection for the country and its military are undeniable.