The Patriots Report with Christopher Price

1:25: Last week, Mike Vrabel talked about the message he wanted to deliver to the players before they left for the break. What was the prime directive Hogan and the rest of the team got from Bill Belichick before they left for the summer? “Don't be an assh*le.” 4:30: How do you as a player get away from the game, but also want to try and stay sharp? Are you running on a beach somewhere at 6 a.m. at a resort? “I remember taking my wife to Turks & Caicos and we were doing hill sprints at 7 o'clock in the morning.” 7:15: We asked Vrabel what he was going to do over the next four weeks or so, and he talked about time with family. He also said you sort of got cranky over the last 10 days or so, because you were just ready for things to start. What did you do during your time away, and did you get squirrelly at all in those last 10 days or so before the start of camp? “Yeah, you get anxious,” said Hogan. 10:00: Training camp is all football, but there's also anxiety and excitement and anticipation. “I'll see you at Thanksgiving.” What is the best thing and worst thing about this time of year for a player? 16:00: Price is working on a story on John “Stretch” Streicher, Vrabel's No. 2 guy who has been described by some as the new Ernie Adams. With this in mind, what is Hogan's favorite Ernie Adams story? “Ernie was always a damn mystery to me. For the first year and a half, I didn't know who the guy was. … He was a really interesting individual.” 21:15: Ernie was a one-man analytics department in Foxborough. 21:40: On Drake as a leader. Does he have the capability to take that step from rookie quarterback to captain/leader? “He can't be afraid to be an assh*le.” 27:10: On Maye leading the spring workouts. He would call out a cadence and if the team jumped, they'd run again. He had the reins. “I think that's a good sign. …. For this team to be successful, [Maye] needs to continue to mature into a genuine leader.” 30:25: On Brady telling Gronk he wouldn't throw him the ball if he kept making mistakes. “I don't care how good you are.” Brady was “so detail-oriented.” On building trust with pass catchers. 35:12: Over/under on Stefon Diggs. We take 70 catches, 950 yards, and five touchdowns. Over or under on all three?

1:00: Early thoughts on how Stefon Diggs looked at OTAs, “I've already forgotten about the beat video. … I thought he looked great.” 4:00: Now that you have this mix of wide receivers “this time of year, it's just so crucial for these young kids to take this next step. … Seems like [Diggs] made the right decision.” 6:00: “I've seen guys come back from ACL injuries, and it doesn't look like that, six or seven months post-surgery. He is obviously taking his rehab seriously.” 7:15: “If [Diggs] continues to practice the way we saw him practice the other day, it's not going to be an issue. … It's all on him right now.” 10:45: Bill Belichick: “If you're not good at one thing, you better be damn good at 10 things.” 11:30: Hogan on punting during practice in hopes of doing whatever he could to make the team. “You have to grind. … This is the NFL.” 12;55: On Brady's punting. “His little surprise pooch kicks on third down? … I'm sure he was real good at that.” 13:25: Hogan: “To this day, I feel like I could have lasted in this league as a punter. … I was a backup punter in college.” 14:35: On Hogan saying he'd take a shot at the NFL again as a punter. 17:00: Hogan says Thomas Morstead was a great punter. One of the toughest he faced. Also gives a shout-out to Ryan Allen. 20:00: Listener question: “How concerned should the Pats brass be about Stefon Diggs' antics?” 22:40: Welker rehab vs. Diggs rehab. Two guys coming back quick from ACL issues. 23:40: Listener question: “Can you explain the offense that Josh McDaniels is instituting in a way the average fan can understand it? And do you think it fits with Drake Maye's skill set?” 30:20: How Hogan helped Price ask a good question during a press conference. 31:00: Listener question: “We've heard from the rookies about players they looked up to when they were playing. Was there a guy like that for you, either as a young athlete or someone when you came into the league, who was like that for you?” 31:30: On Fred Jackson's leadership and guidance when Hogan was ion Buffalo. “He was a pro's pro.” 32:45: “Tom [Brady] was one of those guys too.” 34:25: Davone Bess was also helpful. “Davone … he would always answer my questions.” 35:25: Why you want to be the veteran who invites other guys over for dinner on Thanksgiving. 38:00: On being a TB12 workout and nutrition guy and how it occasionally caused a rift with the franchise. 41:40: On connecting with lacrosse legend Paul Rabil and reconnecting with old coach Bill Belichick on a new project.

00:45: Comparing the spending spree of the 2020 offseason with the one the Patriots had this past offseason. 1:13: On the Patriots: “It feels like the blue-chip capital has increased dramatically this offseason. It comes in various shapes and sizes.” 2:15: Field is playing into the cautious optimism we've displayed so far. 3:05: Yates: “There are reasons to be excited and optimistic” about the 2025 Patriots. 4:11: Why the Dolphins are in a scary spot right now when compared to the Patriots.”Not good enough to make a legitimate playoff push. … A team that is in a weird transition. … A very unique space.” 5:15: Field's thoughts on the Will Campbell arm-length debate “Will Campbell, to me, was one of the cleanest players in this past draft class.” 9:05: If Campbell doesn't do well at tackle for some reason, what sort of guard could he be? 10:54: Field on Diggs' boat video: “Every decision you make, on and off the field, impacts the football team. … Twenty-three million dollars a year; there's a level of responsibility that comes with that.” 14:30: On how this year will be a learning curve for the offensive coaching staff because Josh doesn't have a lot of the same guys (Chad O'Shea, Ivan Fears) that he worked with previously in New England. 17:20: Other than Will Campbell, which one of the rookies has the best chance of making an impact on the 2025 roster? 20:25: Is there a guy on the roster we're not talking about more who has a chance to make an impact this coming season? 23:00: Chris and Chris talk about the Diggs' boat video. It's a horrible decision by Diggs, but if he can ball out in the opener against the Raiders, this will be a footnote. 34:01: It probably wasn't a coincidence that after it broke, there were 10 Instagram reels showing Diggs working during his rehab. 34:54: Was there ever a situation like this with Bill? “Bill had such a stranglehold on everyone in that building. Everyone was so self-conscious and so self-aware of what they were posting.” 36:10: There were a couple of guys who took advantage of the fact that Diggs wasn't there on Wednesday, including UDFA Efton Chism and Javon Baker. “For those two guys, it's all about stringing them together.”

8x Super Bowl champion Bill Belichick joined the Pro Football Doc Podcast to talk about his new book The Art of Winning: Lessons from a Life in Football, why injuries are so important, the value Pro Football Doc and SIC Provide to the NFL fans and some great stories during their time in the NFL together.

The 2025 regular season schedule dropped Wednesday night, and Chris Price has plenty of thoughts on how it all shapes up from a New England perspective. Where are the winnable games? The revenge contests? The toughest stretch? And how does it stack up to last year?

Chris and Chris talk about how players react to the release of the NFL schedule as opposed to fans and media. They also have some thoughts about Mike Vrabel's decision to cut veteran long snapper Joe Cardona, Julian Edelman going into the Patriots Hall of Fame, what Kyle Williams needs to do to endear himself to Josh McDaniels, and much more.

Chris Price talks with former OSU offensive lineman Bryant Browning of 'Bleav in Buckeyes' about Patriots' second-round pick TreVeyon Henderson, a running back out of Ohio State. What are his strengths and weaknesses? How will he feel about splitting carries? And how will he fit in Josh McDaniels' offense? Plus, we take the pulse of Columbus when it comes to their feelings on Mike Vrabel.

Chris Price talks to Blake Rufino about Will Campbell and what sort of player the Patriots got with the No. 4 overall pick. Rufino, who has covered Campbell since the left tackle was a high schooler, breaks down Campbell's growth and development, his perceived arm length issues, and what Campbell needs to work on at the next level to be a success. Blake also has a scouting report on LSU pass rusher Bradyn Swinson, who was taken in the fifth round by New England.

00:55: Some initial thoughts on the Patriots' draft. “It wasn't flashy. There was no one who jumped off the page at you. I don't think it was a bad draft. We had the position that we had. … The story went the way we thought it was going to go.” 3:55: “I'm excited. I really am. I think it was a good start.” 4:39: On Will Campbell: “You talk about a guy who won the press conference and has said all the right things, at least so far.” 5:07: For Hogan. “Do you care about the short arms thing?” 10:15: With the addition of TreVeyon Henderson, should the current group of running backs be concerned? How does it change the dynamic of the running back room? 15:35: Steve Smith said third-round pick Kyle Williams is his favorite wide receiver in this year's draft. What do we think of that? And what does that mean for Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker? 19:30: Trying to figure out what wide receivers make the roster and who might get cut 25:35: Does Ja'Lynn Polk get more leeway as opposed to Javon Baker because one was a second-round pick and the other was a fourth rounder? Could Polk or Baker get the Foxborough Flu? 27:45: “I would be doing everything I can to show this coaching staff I want to be on this football team.” 29:40: One of Hogan's secrets for sticking in the league for 10 years? “Be a guy who is doing everything right. … You have 5o do it the right way, the way they want it done.” 30:19: “Don't get caught up in your feelings … because enough one cares.” 32:00: On Hogan's advice for Kobee “Mr. Irrelevant” Minor and the UDFA guys. “Shit, I went to Buffalo, and guys didn't even know my name. … I kept my head down, I worked my ass off, and I just did everything right and took advantage of every single opportunity.” 37:40: “Just be that guy who wants to be there, man. … People are going to love that.” 39:34: “You've got to just kind of have that ‘don't give a shit' attitude.” 40:40: Hogan's favorite Malcolm Butler practice story. 42:30: On earning respect as a low-round guy or UDFA off the field. “Be a team guy.” 44:00: Hogan on Shedeur Sanders.

Chris Price takes a look back at Day Two of the 2025 NFL Draft. There's a breakdown of the three Patriots' picks and how they'll impact the roster come this season. There's also a look at some winners and losers from a league-wide perspective, and a look ahead to what New England fans can expect come Day Three.

In a special late-night podcast, Chris Price breaks down the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. There are thoughts on the Patriots taking Will Campbell at No. 4, and a league-wide rundown of winners and losers. Chris also has a look ahead to the second day of action.

Watch Mike Mayock Mock Draft here: https://youtu.be/inNIGVZgRJk?si=vPSuZ_yZG8l-3kl2

Chris and Chris talk draft with analyst Eric Edholm of NFL.com. Will the Patriots take Will Campbell? Are there some late-round gems for New England to consider? And what would ultimately make this draft a success for Mike Vrabel? Eric has the answers.

00:25: An apology to Brandon for annually leaving him off our roster projections every year. 1:10: What's the secret to playing 11 years in the NFL? 1:40: “No offense to you guys, but we read all those reports. … ‘Oh really? That's what you guys think?' ” 3:25: “Vegas was way different than Foxborough.” On playing for Josh McDaniels when he was with the Raiders. “Just was so Bill without knowing he was Bill.” 6:00: On what he thinks about Josh's return to Foxborough as the offensive coordinator. He has a young group; will he open up the playbook for some of those younger guys? 8:50: “Josh is not going to hold your hand and he's damn sure going to bitch at you” if you don't know the offense. 9:30: On Bolden's thoughts on the Patriots of the last few years as a former Patriot. “Yeah, it stings a little.” 11:30: Bolden on Vrabel: “The changes that they've made so far have been wild.” On Milton Williams getting the biggest deal in franchise history since Tom Brady. 12:15: “I've heard all my Vrabel stories from Bill [Belichick] and [Jerod] Mayo. … I'm excited to see [Vrabel] as a New England Patriot coach.” 14:07: Hogan on Vrabel bringing some “swag” back to New England. “I felt like we were everyone's little brother the last few years.” 16:23: Bolden: “I wouldn't be surprised to see Vrabel in full pads that first day. I would not be surprised.” 17:00: “He's going to talk his noise. Vrabel has not changed.” Bolden compares him to a more young, energetic Bill Belichick. 18:30: On Bolden's two favorite Bill Belichick stories. 24:00: On the secret to being a good special teamer. “The want to.” 28:42: “Special teams in New England, we had fun.” 31:00: On Bolden getting to a point where he liked hitting guys on special teams more than he liked running the ball. “That is 100 percent true.” 32:48: On the new kickoff rules. “I hate it. Complete trash.” 34:40: Bolden on his new charity and foundation work.

Chris and Chris have some thoughts on what a successful 2025 season would look like for New England. They also have some specific thoughts on what lies ahead for the quarterback — both as a leader and a signal-caller. They wrap things up with a look at who is on the hot seat heading into the new season, and who might be the best choices for captain now that David Andrews and Ja'Whaun Bentley are now gone.

Chris and Chris hail the signing of Stefon Diggs, and talk about what the arrival of the veteran wide receiver means for the New England offense. What sort of impact will this have on Drake Maye? What's a realistic level of expectation around his health? How will Josh McDaniels maximize his talents? And much more.

1:00: Fauria's view on the offseason so far. “I don't want to do the whole grade thing, but I will. I give them an A. An A-plus.” 2:45: Hogan: “There are a couple of more additions that should be made. You look at the wide receiver room, specifically.” 4:00: Fauria on Milton Williams. “That guy is almost unblockable.” 4:30: Fauria: “The offense, I think is going to be lagging behind. … The offensive line is a massive, massive, massive concern of mine.” 5:55: Fauria: “Vrabel is extremely knowledgable and very bright. Almost annoyingly bright. And he'll let you know it, too.” 6:30: On the cutting comments stinging a little more when they come from Vrabel, and Vrabel's coaching style. 8:00: On how that attitude changes the locker room. “You end up playing with a snarky attitude. A little bit of edge to you. … You can play freely and talk a lot of shit.” 10:00: Hogan on McDaniels. “I think there's going to be a way, however strong out offensive line is, he's going to find a way.” 11:30: Fauria on the return of Josh McDaniels, and whether or not he can succeed as an OC without Bill Belichick looking over his shoulder. “Everywhere else he's gone, it hasn't really worked. … I just don't know if it's a guarantee that it's going to work.” 13:30: Fauria on the offensive line. “The last couple of years, it's been horrible to me.” 14:15: On Josh McDaniels being the guy who unlocked Mac Jones. Will the Patriots try and use the No. 4 overall pick on Will Campbell? 15:30: If Josh McDaniels stayed for Mac Jones's second year, would Mac Jones have the same implosion we saw in Year Two? Or would have he thrived in the offense? 20:45: Fauria on Travis Hunter. “They need to draft a tackle. However, if Travis Hunter is there, you have to take Travis Hunter. … Everything about him is unique.” 21:35: Fauria on Hunter. “The comparison I would make with him is Asante Samuel.” 23:35: On the offensive line and the question for the coaching staff. “Can we make chicken salad out of chicken shit?” 24:00: On the logistical challenges facing Hunter at the NFL level. 25:45: On the current Patriots' roster, Hunter likely projects primarily as an offensive option at this point. 26:25: Fauria: “Can you imagine [Hunter] in the slot? … Good luck. Good luck.” 27:45: Fauria's favorite Mike Vrabel story.

1:15: What kind of guy are the Patriots getting in Garrett Bradbury? 2:30: Why was Bradbury available? 4:25: At 6-3 and 300 pounds, he's a bit undersized. How does he maybe make up for that in other facets of his game? 5:50: Why were his PFF grades so up and down over the last few years? 7:45: Does he have any positional versatility? 9:05: It feels like Bradbury is simply a case of a guy trying to stabilize a certain position. Is this a safe assessment? 10:15: Is he prepared to work as a potential leader in the New England locker room? 13:00: On managing expectations in the post-David Andrews world. 14:30: On Krammer's thoughts about a possible Diggs;' signing with the Patriots. 17:31: Could Diggs be a leader for a group of younger wide receivers? 19:30: Could Diggs be a good fit for a rebuilding team like New England? “Vrabel would love this guy.” 21:30: On Vrabel's ability to connect with players and how that would work with Diggs. 22:40: On Diggs' being the potential focal point for the Patriots' passing attack. “He wants to be that No. 1, certainly.”

1:20: David Andrews has been released. Hogan's favorite David Andrews' memory: “What did he mean to the locker room as a player and as a person?” 3:55: How the new guys — Spillane, Hollins, Moses — can fill that leadership void. “They'll expect a lot from the younger players in the locker room.” 4;25: “It's sad. … It's tough to see all those guys move on, but that's the business.” 5:05: “I understand the transitory nature of the National Football League. … But it just sucks. … It's just sad. It's unfortunate.” 5:48: There are two guys left in the New England locker room who have Super Bowl rings. 6:35: How does a guy go about assuming the role of leader when he joins a new team? 7:45: “You can't come into an NFL locker room and be tentative and scared and afraid to speak up” if you want to be a leader. “It doesn't work like that.” 9:45: Hogan: “As a young player, those are the guys I always looked to. … What is that guy doing that I'm not doing that I should be doing?” 10:45: On the Patriots leadership committee: “We all got together each week. ‘OK, what do we need to do better?'” 12:51: If you're trying to build a successful culture, I don't know how David Andrews doesn't have a role in that. “[Andrews] deserved better.” 14:05: On Drake taking more of a leadership role than he did as a rookie. 14:35: This is a younger roster than we've seen in year's past. 17:30: On the leadership committee with the Patriots. Was that an elected role? How did that work? 19:15: Hogan on the leadership committee: I could see something like that happening now in Foxborough. 21:12: On who are the favorites to be captains in 2025. Will it be Drake? “Time to grow up, kid. Let's go, because you're the franchise guy. Everyone knows it. … I need you to step up now and be the leader of this offense.” 22:15: Starting to forecast the captains for 2025. Could one of the new guys like Hollins or Moses be a captain? 24:45: Will Hollins' unique leadership style lead to a training camp fight? 27:50: On the new deals for wide receivers in Cincinnati. How does Hogan feel about these contracts? “It's crazy. It's wild.” 29:15: How the Derek Stingley deal will impact a potential renegotiation with Gonzalez and the Patriots next offseason? 30:20: More captain talk. 31:00: On Edelman being in the middle of every training camp fight every year. “He didn't care. … And Julian had a target on his back.”

00:30: On the massive deals being handed out to wide receivers 00:45: Hogan on his wife watching him watching the combine. “How do you know what I'm thinking right now?” 1:30: Early thoughts on the Patriots' free-agent class. “We've got something to talk about now! … They're stacking the deck on defense.” 4:00: On Mack Hollins. “He is not only a guy who has experience with Josh … but he is also a very willing special teamer. He's also a little bit nuts, in the best possible way.” 7:55: “I firmly believe that Mack Hollins, if he performs the way we think he is able to perform … he is going to be a folk hero in New England this year. This is a guy people are going to go crazy for.” 9:00: Did the Patriots miss the boat on DK Metcalf? Should they have been in on him for a second-round pick? 11:35: On Chris Godwin. “Kudos to him.” 15:12: “If I'm New England, I'm building a team to beat the Bills. How do I beat the Bills?” 15:35: There are a lot of veteran free-agent receivers still out there. Is there a guy or two who might be out there who can fit with Josh and why? 16:46: Cooper Kupp “is a Josh McDaniels' guy, to a T.” 20:11: On Kupp and Keenan Allen: “I know what Josh can do with those guys.” 22:10: What would your free-agent pitch to Kupp and Allen to come to New England sound like? “We can all see Drake.” 26:22: Why the free-agent pitch to Cooper Kupp would be easy. 28:00: Hogan wasn't impressed with a lot of the receivers who were at the combine. He explains why. 30:00: On the possibility of the Patriots taking Travis Hunter at No. 4. “He is a generational talent. He is arguably the best athlete who has played college football in quite some time. … If he's there at No. 4, I don't know how you could pass that up. I really don't.” 35:00: On Josh McDaniels and what he might be able to do with Hunter from a matchup perspective. 37:00: On Vrabel's brashness and swagger meshing with Hunter's big personality. And the logistical challenges of Hunter playing both sides. 40:00: On McDaniels' temperament. “He can be a little bit of a pain in the butt.” 40:15: Brandin Cooks and Devin McCourty were the only guys who were never on the end of a rant from Bill Belichick or McDaniels. 47:00: Does the arrival of Josh Dobbs spell trouble for our guy Joe Milton?

Chris and Chris welcome former Patriots special teams coach Brad Seely. He remembers what it was like coaching Mike Vrabel and what sort of mentality he'll bring (on both defense and special teams). Seely also talks about why New England's special teams was so good for so long, the greatness of Matthew Slater, what it was like coaching under Bill Belichick, and more.

Chris talks with NFL Draft analyst Joe DeLeone about where things stand now the combine is complete. Joe has some thoughts on the best path forward for the Patriots, and also shares some winners and losers from the week in Indianapolis.

Chris and Chris get an education in offensive line play from the great Dante Scarnecchia. Plus, Dante talks about New England's new coaching staff, the prospect of taking an offensive lineman at No. 4, why he's not interested in coming back--even as a consultant--and much more. The guys wrap things up with a look back at the Super Bowl, and if there are any lessons to be learned along the way for the Patriots.

Chris and Chris tackle a bunch of different things. Hogan played for new wide receivers coach Todd Downing, and he takes a look at how he might handle New England's pass catchers. Plus, the guys break down some of the other coaching changes, Hogan recalls some favorite Super Bowl memories, and more.

Chris and Chris are joined by Tennessee writer Paul Kuharsky, who covered Mike Vrabel when he was head coach of the Titans. What sort of coach was Vrabel in Tennessee? How did he get along with the front office? What sort of DC will Terrell Williams be with New England? We go over all that and much more.

00:40: Some initial thoughts? “Micky D is back in Foxborough. I'm pumped.” 1:23: “I think Josh is a phenomenal offensive coordinator. He's one of thew best I've ever been around. I think he's going to be extremely good for Drake Maye.” 1:44: “It's going to be challenging for Josh, because of how young this team is.” 3:30: “How would you talk to Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker about what to expect from a Josh McDaniels' offense?” 7:00: How will the offense changes manifest themselves on game day? 8:40: On how Pop Douglas might be best utilized in a McDaniels' offense. “The slot receiver eats in this offense,” but he has to know the offense. 11:04: “Josh, you need some help in the receiver room, I'll come back up to Foxborough and get things back on track. I'm ready to go. I'll get these guys right.” 13:45: On the (possible) return of the fullback. And will we see some designed QB runs for Drake? 16:10: Other than Drake Maye, who on offense will be impacted the most by the return of Josh McDaniels? 18:00: What are some of the cons of McDaniels' return? “The one thing that was sometimes frustrating with Josh was just how picky he was. … It felt personal at times.” 21:00: Will Josh McDaniels be a different OC in tone under Vrabel than he was under Belichick? 23:15: On McDaniels' unique career arc. 24:15: Why did Josh failed as a head coach? 27:35: What are three things Drake Maye needs to know about building a successful relationship Josh McDaniels. “Thick skin. You're going to have to check the sensitivity at that front door.”

00:10: On why Patriots' fans should be thankful for the College Football Playoff system. 3:00: On the Ohio State wide receivers and their blocking abilities. 6:15: Who was the best run-blocking wide receiver? Was it Edelman? 9:00: On how a run-blocking receiver can earn the respect of the rest of the locker room. 14:00: A way-too-early look at the 2025 schedule. Based on their strength of schedule, they have one of the easiest slates in the league. 19:35: There are more winnable games in 2025 than 2024 based on the looming schedule alone. 23:00: Previewing Bills-Chiefs. The head says Kansas City, the heart says Buffalo. “I really hope that this is Buffalo's year. … The heart is Bills' Mafia, right now.” 25:35: Examining the Patrick Mahomes Effect. Is it real? Is it unfair? “The refs have gotten a little carried away with some of these calls.” On how the Patriots used to get a dossier on each official and their tendencies before the game. “If I'm the Bills, I'm taking as closer look at that this week.” 28:50: Why was the color of the receivers' gloves important when Bill Belichick was in New England? 30:45: Can Jayden Daniels walk into Philly and knock off Saquon Barkley and the Eagles? 34:25: An Eagles-Bills Super Bowl? 37:00: On Lamar Jackson's and Mark Andrews' heartache.

Time stamps synced to video: 00:10: Introductory thoughts on the start of the Mike Vrabel Era. 2:15: “I think [Vrabel] will be bale to bring guys here because of who he is.” 2:25: “This is Chris Price and Chris Hogan with Cautious Optimism.” 4:15: How Vrabel's coaching experience separates him from Jerod Mayo. 6:30: We like Vrabel's defensive bonafides, but what direction will he go when it comes to offensive coordinator? 7:15: Choose your Josh: McDaniels or McCown? 9:55: “This is what this team needs: someone who's not going to take shit, who wants it done a specific way, and is going to put guys in the right position to succeed. I just don't think we saw that last year.” 12:10: Can Drake Maye and the current wide receivers handle some of the occasional intricacies of a Josh McDaniels offense at this stage of their careers? 19:45: Could Josh adjust to working with Drake and vice versa? 23:00: Eliot Wolf and Mike Vrabel appear to be part of the same management team, at least in the short term. Has Chris ever been on a team where there's been a disconnect between the coach and GM? (Yes.) 28:00: How we expect the Wolf-Vrabel relationship to work, and how Wolf deserves more time to work as the de facto GM. 30:00: On wild-card weekend. It feels like the Rams have something special. Can they knock off the Eagles? 33:00: On AJ Brown reading on the sidelines. What is the strangest/most unique/curious thing we've seen on an NFL sideline? 34:30: On guys going to the bathroom on the sideline. 35:20: Texans-Chiefs preview. 37:40: Commanders-Lions preview. 39:40: Price tells his Jayden Daniels story from last year's Pro Day at LSU. 41:30: Rams-Eagles preview. 44:45: Talking about playing in Philly. Where was the worst place to play in the NFL? 45:25: The challenges of playing in Buffalo, which has the smallest visitors locker room in the league. “A high-school locker room.” 48:25: Ravens-Bills preview.

Chris and Chris welcome draft analyst Joe DeLeone to the show. What should the Patriots do with the No. 4 overall pick? Where are some of the strengths and weaknesses of the 2025 NFL Draft? And are there any under-the-radar possibilities for New England to think about?

00:30: On the decision to move on from Mayo 03:30: Was the win on Sunday — that denied them the No. 1 pick — the final nail in Mayo's coffin? 6:40: Sunday was the end of a really weird week in Foxborough. 7:50: There were boos at the end of the game. It added to the surreal scene. “New England has had consistency for 25 years.” 11:30: Some thoughts on Vrabel. What happens if the Patriots don't get him? 13:25: There's Vrabel and everyone else. Ben Johnson? Brian Flores? 14:00: What sort of coach would be ideal for the Patriots right now? 18:00: The decision has to be made soon. “If I'm the Krafts, I'm bringing in Vrabel as soon as possible.” 19:30: What sort of players will Vrabel be looking for? And how this would represent a culture shift from Mayo's approach. 23:15: Picks for wild-card weekend. 38:30: The biggest positive for the Patriots in the regular-season finale? Joe Milton.

Plenty of questions for Chris and Chris: Do you play the franchise quarterback in the regular-season finale? Do you try and tank the game based on the possibility of the No. 1 pick? And what's the best thing about sitting in the owner's box? That and much more.

Chris and Chris talk coaches, including Bill Belichick going to UNC, where Mike Vrabel might end up, and much more. Plus, the guys talk about what to expect from the Patriots over the final four weeks of the regular season.

Chris and Chris offer their takes on the state of the Patriots heading into the bye week, and look ahead to what they're most excited about (and most concerned with) looking forward. They also tackle a few league-wide topics, including who should be on the short list of Super Bowl contenders.

2:05: We get a 30,000-foot view of how things are going in Indy, team on the outer fringes of the playoff picture. 4:05: On Anthony Richardson and how he's perceived in Indy, and the Colts' level of faith in him moving forward. 7:05: On how Indy views the Patriots. 8:35: Bill Belichick, head coach of the Colts? 10:20: Is there a guy we should be talking about on the Indy roster who could make a difference Sunday? 13:10: Could this be a big Hunter Henry game for New England? 18:30: On the Colts' pass rush against the Patriots' offensive line. 22:00: On New England being a work in progress in all three phases 24:05: Our favorite Patriots-Colts memories

Welcome to Simms Complete hosted by Phil and Matt Simms. The Rookies continue to shine in the NFL with more emerging as the season progresses. Bo Nix continues to click in Denver and Anthony Richardson proved the haters wrong with a game winning touchdown drive. Are any of these QB's flirting with the opportunity to take the ROTY away from Jayden Daniels? Find out what Phil and Matt Simms think on this QB breakdown on Simms Complete.

Chris and Sam preview Patriots-Miami, take a look at the strengths and weaknesses of each team, and talk up a few players to watch on both sides of the ball.

A few of the highlights: • It feels like the Dolphins have stabilized a bit. • “I would love to see Drake air it out. I really would. Open up the offense.” • “Take the freaking training wheels off and let's freaking go. In all phases.” • On defending Tyreek Hill and preparing for the heat of Miami in the practice bubble — the importance of hydration. • “If you cramp up in this football game, you stink.” • The Miami fan base is full of “fair-weather fans. … Things are good so the stadium is probably going to be packed.” • “You can't go wrong with grape Pedialyte.” • On the unique off-field challenges of playing in Miami. How do you deal with the distractions? • When it comes to going out in Miami, “the guys you're worrying about are the guys who aren't dressing for the game.” • Wrapup: Is this the last season for Aaron Rodgers in New York? And we are all-in on the Lions' Super Bowl chances?

2:15: Initial thoughts on the loss and Drake Maye. “I think this was the first game where I watched him and said ‘This kid looks like a leader.' “ 5:35: On keeping Christian Gonzalez on the boundary against the Rams. What's up with that? 9:05: On how the Rams' passing attack got after the Patriots. Should the New England corners be more physical? 13:10: “That's our weakness right now. Our pass defense.” 14:00: On the learning curve for a first-year coach like Jerod Mayo. 16:54: “I will say this about the coaching staff; I loved Van Pelt's play-calling.” 19:45: On the Patriots' inability to execute in the biggest moments. 20:25: Second-guessing the coaching decisions. 23:30: Are we making too much of Drake Maye's recent turnovers? 26:45: Maye talked about talking the offensive line out to dinner after the Chicago game. With Brady, what sort of gifts did he give you guys? 29:15: The Patriots' defense is struggling to come away with takeaways. 33:45: Resetting expectations for the rest of the season. “They get to five wins, six wins, they should break out the duck boats for this team.” 34:45: On Ja'Lynn Polk and Kayshon Boutte the rest of the way.

Chris and Chris take a look ahead to Patriots-Rams, wonder about the chances of New England pulling the upset, and pick the most underrated guys on the Patriots' roster. Plus, they look at a few things around the league, including whether or not the Chiefs can go undefeated, who's the best choice for MVP, and much more.

1:15: We can argue about the struggles of the Bears, but that was a very good win for the Patriots. 2:15: A burgeoning sense of cautious optimism around this team, based on what we've seen over the last three games. 5:15: The similarities between Sunday's game and the season-opening win over the Bengals. 8:20: This team has had a problem with consistency. Can they carry the momentum forward and win back-to-back games? 13:55: Are you feeling a little better about Ja'Lynn Polk? 16:20: The Chicago offensive line was miserable. But that's life in the NFL! 19:00: On not being worried about Kendrick Bourne's state of mind. 19:30: On the reaction following Polk's touchdown. 21:35: Chicago's abysmal offense. 25:35: The Patriots showed what they were capable of... now, that should be seen as the baseline when it comes to expectations moving forward. 27:15: On the winnable games the rest of the way.

Chris and Chris put the wraps on the OT loss to Tennessee, take a look at the confidence level in the wide receivers, discuss the importance of buy-in for a 2-7 team, and much more. The guys also wonder if this team would be any better if Bill Belichick was at the helm, and what they might do if they ultimately land the No. 1 overall pick.   Brought to you by Betonline

Phil and Matt Simms put their heads together to talk about the quarterback play from Week 9 in the NFL. Which QB's look to be leading the MVP race? What teams' QB got exposed in Week 9, and which teams are due for a bounce back in Week 10? Find out what the father and son duo think on this episode of Simms Complete.