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Josh Pate

Josh Pate is an , , and media personality renowned for his insightful commentary and hosting the daily program Josh Pate's College Football Show, which attracts hundreds of thousands of subscribers focused on game analysis, recruiting, and program evaluations. Born and raised in , in a family, Pate graduated high school in 2004 and initially pursued college studies without a defined path before stepping away to enter the workforce. Pate's professional journey began modestly after working in a fabric warehouse in , where he honed his sports commentary skills by practicing in his truck while listening to radio broadcasts. He broke into media by filling in as a host on a local affiliate, leading to a two-year stint there, followed by a role hosting a TV show at affiliate and eventually becoming the station's sports director and news anchor. In 2018, he launched The Late Kick as a Live stream, which evolved into a flagship series by 2020 when he joined as a analyst, expanding his platform to include appearances and podcasts. In 2024, Pate signed a multiyear extension with CBS Sports, gaining full ownership of his YouTube and podcast channels, which boast over 374,000 subscribers and average more than 24 minutes of viewer engagement per episode as of August 2025. This ownership enabled further independence, leading to an August 2025 partnership with On3 and Rivals for distribution of his show from a Yahoo Sports studio in Nashville. His authentic, everyman style—often likened to a "future commissioner" for his deep program knowledge—has propelled him to prominence in college football media, including partnerships with On3 and Bussin' With the Boys. In August 2025, Pate expanded his reach by joining ESPN as a college football contributor, appearing on shows like Get Up! to provide behind-the-scenes insights on coaching changes, transfers, and major games. Now based in Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife Sarah, Pate maintains ties to his Georgia roots through active involvement in his childhood church, where he leads singing and delivers Bible lessons during visits.

Early life

Upbringing

Josh Pate was born and raised in , in a family. He grew up attending the Rose Hill Church of Christ, where his father, Dan Pate, served as a class teacher and song leader. Pate has described his upbringing as emphasizing strong moral values and community involvement, including helping with . As a , he engaged in local activities such as diving at a rock quarry and trainhopping.

Education

Pate graduated from high school in 2004. He briefly attended college without a defined academic path before leaving to enter the workforce.

Career

Pate's professional career began after a two-year stint at a fabric warehouse in Columbus, Georgia, where he developed his sports commentary skills by practicing aloud in his truck while listening to radio broadcasts. In 2015, he broke into media by filling in as a host on WIOL, the local ESPN Radio affiliate, leading to a two-year role hosting the Afternoon Drive show. He then transitioned to television, hosting a college football program at NBC affiliate WLTZ, where he advanced to sports director and news anchor by 2017. In 2018, Pate launched The Late Kick with Josh Pate as a Facebook Live stream, focusing on game analysis, recruiting, and program evaluations. The show quickly gained popularity and transitioned to a daily YouTube series in 2020 upon his joining 247Sports as a national college football analyst. This move expanded his platform to include appearances on CBS Sports HQ and various podcasts, with the YouTube channel amassing over 374,000 subscribers by 2024 and averaging more than 24 minutes of viewer engagement per episode. In August 2024, signed a multiyear extension with , securing full ownership of his and podcast channels while continuing to leverage CBS's distribution. The Late Kick podcast ranked third among U.S. football podcasts and 15th in sports podcasts as of December 2024. Pate's authentic style and deep program knowledge earned him partnerships, including guest spots on Bussin' With the Boys. Pate relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, to facilitate his growing national presence. In August 2025, he joined On3 and Rivals in a content partnership, broadcasting from Yahoo Sports studios, and became a college football contributor for ESPN, appearing on programs like Get Up! to discuss coaching changes, transfers, and major games. As of November 2025, Pate continues to provide weekly predictions and analysis, including College Football Playoff projections and upset alerts, solidifying his role as a prominent voice in the sport.

Filmography

Josh Pate has no known credits in film or television production.

Awards and recognition

Josh Pate has not received formal awards in media as of November 2025. However, his work has earned significant recognition for its popularity and influence. The Late Kick with Josh Pate ranks as the third most-listened-to football in the United States and the 15th most popular sports overall, according to Chartable.com data from August 2024. In August 2024, signed a multiyear extension with , gaining full ownership of his and podcast channels. His expansion to as a contributor in August 2025 further highlights his rising prominence in the field.

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