Pat McAfee Announces Birth of Son ... And He Has a Golden Name
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Last updated: May 26, 2026
Sports analyst Pat McAfee and his wife Samantha have welcomed their second child, Midas Robert McAfee, via emergency C-section. The birth was complicated by Samantha's severe preeclampsia, resulting in a premature delivery.
- Baby Midas Robert McAfee was born four weeks early on Friday, May 22, following an emergency C-section due to his mother Samantha's severe preeclampsia.
- The newborn was admitted to the NICU to aid his transition from the womb, causing some initial concern for the parents, although his strong lungs allowed for immediate bonding moments.
- Pat McAfee balanced time between his son in the NICU and his wife, who impressively recovered from the major surgery. He expressed deep admiration for Samantha's strength and resilience.
- The name Midas was a long-held aspiration for Pat, stemming from a high school mythology lesson, symbolizing a desire for his son to be successful and impactful.
- Midas's middle name, Robert, is a tribute to Samantha's late father, ensuring his memory lives on through their son.
- The three-day-old Midas has already experienced viewing major sporting events and a popular film, according to his father.
