A fact-check published on October 30, 2026, has debunked a claim that former NFL punter and media personality Pat McAfee said he would appear on ESPN's College GameDay via Zoom due to security concerns. The claim originated from a parody account and was circulated on social media. McAfee, who joined ESPN's College GameDay as a contributor in 2023, has not made any such statement regarding remote appearances for security reasons.
Fact Check: Pat McAfee Did Not Claim He Would Join ESPN's GameDay via Zoom Over Security Concerns
