Pat McAfee Warns Trump’s Arrival Might Delay National Championship

The College Football Playoff National Championship between the Indiana Hoosiers and Miami Hurricanes is scheduled for Monday night at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Kickoff is set for 7:50 p.m. EST, but concerns have been raised regarding potential delays due to the attendance of former President Donald Trump.

Trump’s Attendance Raises Concerns

Pat McAfee expressed worries during a conversation with guest Nick Saban on The Pat McAfee Show. He highlighted that Trump’s arrival could lead to delays similar to those experienced at previous events.

• Trump’s history of attendance includes two prior national championship games.
• The 2018 game between Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide witnessed significant entry delays.
• Delays occurred at the U.S. Open in September, which involved heavy security measures.

Preparation for Enhanced Security Measures

Due to Trump’s presence, enhanced security protocols are set to be in place. Local media reports that:

• The Uniformed Division of the Secret Service will oversee screening for all attendees.
• Pre-screening checkpoints will be established to ensure safety.
• Ticketholders should expect an extended security perimeter with multiple checkpoints.

Impact on Broadcast Coverage

Any delays could affect ESPN’s coverage of the game. Both McAfee and Kirk Herbstreit are managing extensive responsibilities, featuring in the College GameDay pregame show before heading to the live broadcast booth.

If the game is delayed, it may disrupt their schedule and create challenges for coverage logistics. As the event approaches, all eyes are on how the evening unfolds.