Shortly after Pat McAfee apologized for making a derogatory comment about WNBA star Caitlin Clark, he sparked controversy again during a WWE “Monday Night Raw” broadcast.
As Braun Strowman, previously referred to by McAfee as “one big son of a bitch,” approached the ring wearing a shirt emblazoned with that nickname, McAfee remarked, “That’s one big white son of a bitch.” WWE has not yet responded to requests for comment regarding McAfee’s language.
The incident followed McAfee’s earlier discussion on his show about the impact of the WNBA’s rookie class, highlighting Caitlin Clark’s standout performance amidst other top picks like Cameron Brink and Angel Reese. The conversation stemmed from a recent game where Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter aggressively fouled Clark, an event that has fueled ongoing debates about the rookies’ influence on the league’s popularity.
During his show, McAfee addressed the dynamics on the court and the broader implications for sports media and the narrative surrounding the rookie class’s impact on the WNBA’s growth. “Athletes are going to be athletes, if they think they can get in your head by bodying you or talking s–t, they’re going to do what they’re going to do,” McAfee stated, also touching on the enthusiasm shown by rookie Angel Reese during the game.
Angel Reese herself spoke up, asserting that her contributions and those of her peers also merit recognition for the sport’s growth, emphasizing that it isn’t just the result of one individual’s impact.
Later that day, McAfee publicly apologized for his initial comment about Clark, mentioning on “The Pat McAfee Show” that he had reached out to her with an apology, which she accepted. “Obviously that’s a massive f–k-up on my end. I apologize for that,” McAfee admitted, acknowledging the learning experience from the backlash and expressing gratitude for Clark’s understanding.
This marks another controversial moment for McAfee on “Monday Night Raw,” following a previous episode where he inaccurately commented on a personal matter involving Raiders owner Mark Davis, which he also apologized for subsequently.
