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Only one hour tonight, but there's still a lot to unpack from yesterday's gambling investigation arrests. After hearing from Adam Silver earlier in the week, the NBA commissioner might've known this domino was going to drop and now has the task of fixing it. Then, only nine games in, but its getting dangerously close for the Bruins to pack everything in and start a new without Don Sweeney. And, with the World Series starting tonight, the game of baseball would benefit greatly from a repeat by the Dodgers.

There's only 90 minutes tonight, but one story rocking the sports world. How do the arrests of Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones among others shake the foundation of sports betting? Then, every game and every athlete will be judged even more than they already are when it comes to integrity and subpar performances. And, there may only be three prominent names in this investigation from the FBI, but there could be plenty more added as more information comes out.

The entire world was shocked to learn about an FBI-led investigation into illegal gambling with current and former members of the NBA that sports betting and gambling will never be looked at the same.

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Its opening night for the Celtics in what some could call a new era for the C's with Jaylen Brown as the number one option. What are the real expectations for this new iteration of Celtics' basketball? Then, Dan Greenberg from Barstool Sports joins and explains why fans are going to get a harsh wake-up call on what Jayson Tatum was able to make up for. And, Brad Stevens sounded like someone who didn't want to make moves to get under the luxury tax.

Despite being emotional about returning to Boston, Christian makes the argument that Brad Marchand seems fine with going to the rival Panthers over returning to Boston. Also, Jeremy Swayman didn't have as rough of a night as the now troubling defensive pairings. Then, running back and pass rusher still seem to be the big Patriots trade targets, but who is out there that is reasonable? And, its been a week and Jason Varitek still has been announced to return. Craig Breslow must not be thrilled with Tek's radio appearance a week ago.

The third hour kicks off with the Headlines all about updates in the NFL from keeping Bad Bunny for the Halftime Show and moving the Pro Bowl. Why everything ties into Roger Goodell wanting to international? Then, lots of updates in the Massachusetts judicial system in the New England Nightly News. And, an update from the Celtics at halftime which if the season goes this way, it could be a long year.

Drake Maye has done everything right during the Patriots' four game winning streak, but yet Cam Newton doesn't see him at a top 5 rate. Unfortunately for Newton, every metric would disagree even leading into the toughest defense Maye will face so far in the Browns. Then, an update on the mystery illness of Kristaps Porzingis and a new trend Arcand tries his hand at in Arcand Fire. And, Clickbait features a woman being arrested during the "No Kings" rally in an odd costume.

We get an answer on Kristaps Porzingis' mystery illness, a return in the NBA after a long absence, and Christian takes on a new trend in tonight's Arcand Fire.

Contrary to what Cam Newton believes, every number out there proves that Drake Maye is indeed playing like a top 5 quarterback in the NFL.

A lot to cover in the New England Nightly News from Michael Proctor dropping his appeal, Turtleboy getting one less charge, and a lack of lawyers in Suffolk County.

All of tonight's headlines come from the NFL with Roger Goodell sticking with Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl Halftime Show, moving Pro Bowl activities to the week before the Super Bowl, and potential changes to the onside kickoff rule.

A recent ESPN article listed the players most likely to be traded at the NFL trade deadline. Which ones fit the Patriots the most?

Another gut punch to Bruins' fans following their 4-3 loss to the Panthers can be put on the defense and not Jeremy Swayman. Also, following his return to Boston, Brad Marchand seems to be completely content with being a Panther over a Bruin.

Arcand is joined by Barstool Sports' Dan Greenberg to get more into the Celtics ahead of opening night. What will Jaylen Brown provide as the new number one option, what will fans miss the most about Jayson Tatum, and was last season's elimination via the Knicks not as irritating to some fans?

For the first time in his career, Jaylen Brown gets to be the lead option on the Celtics and we'll see what he's been longing for. More early thoughts on the Celtics as they start their season tonight.

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It might be time to update the age old "Brady vs Belichick" question with Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel. Both have done a lot to get the Patriots where they currently are, but who's more responsible? Then, Drake Maye keeps putting up video game numbers that there's not much else to dislike about his play during the team's four game winning streak. And, fans should be clamoring for the Bruins to take down the Panthers after honoring Brad Marchand.

Everything about the NFL that was mentioned before this week seemed to be amplified including the Patriots and their offense. How big of an impact is Josh McDaniels having on Drake Maye and the offense? Then, Tom King from The Nashua Telegraph joins the show to talk more about the "Maye vs Vrabel" conversation and gives insight on the Browns' defense. And, there shouldn't be any question about if Bill Belichick being a first ballot Hall-of-Famer.

The third hour starts with the headlines about Brad Marchand's return and the Celtics' opening night tomorrow. Why the hopes are not that high for the Bruins knocking off Marchand's new team and a championship season from the C's. Then, the New England Nightly News features New England being well-represented in a recent list of the safest cities in the United States. And, we commemorate National "Back to the Future" Day.

Its all about parity in the final hour starting with the NBA and how it's bad not to have an established favorite in the league. Are there any teams that you can guarantee will be championship contenders? Then, the longer the NFL season goes, the harder it is to find the truly great teams among others discussed in the Arcand Fire. And, a troubling trend of crime rings for Lego products in Clickbait.

A lot to discuss including the biggest takeaway in the NFL from Week 7, if Albert Pujols would make a good manager, and an early steam chaser for Week 8 in the Arcand Fire.

The Celtics are just one of many that can have championship aspirations, but are anything but locks. If the NBA continues with all of this parity, it won't be good for the league at all.

New England is well-represented in a recent list of the safest cities in the United states while a passenger was arrested on a flight from Boston to Las Vegas in the New England Nightly News.

In its new time slot, tonight's Headlines feature Brad Marchand's return to Boston, the Celtics opening their season tomorrow, and a first look at the World Series.

Bill Belichick cleared another hurdle to get closer to the Hall of Fame and regardless about how everyone feels about him, everyone should agree that not getting in on that first ballot would be an absolute disgrace.

The Nashua Telegraph's Tom King joins the show to answer Christian's question about who gets more credit between Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel. Tom also gets into the test the Browns' defense will give Maye and the offense.

Another week of Drake Maye making tricky throws look so easy the narrative keeps climbing on how good Maye can actually be. Is there anything Maye is doing wrong?

With the Patriots riding high, some focus needs to go on Mike Vrabel and how the locker room loves him. The type of connection Vrabel has built with the Pats' players has never been seen by even Bill Belichick-coached teams.

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To start this three hour program, Christian gets into a thought he had about how the rebuilding phase seems over the Patriots with playoffs and MVP conversations headlining things. Is it fair to say the rebuild is over? Then, it is totally fair for Pats' fans to change their expectations from the beginning of the season while saying they are no longer rebuilding. And, the Pats get the benefit of what seems like now larger-scale parity in the NFL.

The second hour begins with Christian looking back on the offseason the Patriots had and giving them the flowers they currently deserve with the roster they constructed. Which move has been the best so far? Then, Jon Lyons joins the show to further the conversation and give his early thoughts on what areas the Pats need at the trade deadline. And, the latest from Pablo Torre about Bill Belichick isn't that big of a deal while we go through the best college athlete names with a late addition.

Christian starts the final hour with some nervousness that's setting in for him about the Red Sox and their offseason. If Alex Bregman doesn't return and Craig Breslow doesn't go after big free agents, it'll be a tough look and a tough roster to give Alex Cora. Then, assessing the future of Tarik Skubal and analyzing who would win in a fight between Jaylen Brown and Joe Mazzulla in Arcand Fire. And, any skeptics about aliens might have their reasoning changed with a new documentary in Clickbait.

A lot to discuss including an update on the MLB postseason, Tarik Skubal's seemingly murky future, and who would win in a fight between Jaylen Brown and Joe Mazzulla in the Arcand Fire.

With Alex Bregman opting out, Arcand is worried about the Red Sox lineup not having any stalwarts and Alex Cora needing to shift around the lineup for another season.

Arcand is joined by WEEI's own Jon Lyons to give final thoughts on the Pats' win over the Saints, how the expectations have officially changed, and the biggest area of need outside of running back for the trade deadline.

Seeing key offseason additions like Stefon Diggs, Harold Landry, and Robert Spillane make big impacts, you have to tip your cap with how the Patriots put together a roster that is currently rolling.

Its hard to find a good team without any flaws and with all the parity that is surrounding the NFL this season, the Patriots could easily sneak into the playoffs and go on a big run.

Everyone is talking about the Patriots making the playoffs and Drake Maye in the MVP conversation which begs the question; are the Patriots no longer a franchise that is rebuilding?

We got 90 minutes tonight and Arcand shares the thought that crossed his mind about the lack of drama the Patriots have dealt with all season. How refreshing is it to not have off-field drama and will this synergy hold up even with the trade deadline approaching? Then, another reason for Red Sox fans to be mad about not spending big is the fact that they brought in so much revenue, but never spent any of it. And, Arcand puts himself in the media's shoes and shares how he would've played against the Celtics' coaches.

Its a rare thing to see, but the Patriots look like one of the few teams in the NFL who are relatively drama free with everyone in the organization looking like they're on the same page. However, a power struggle between Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf at the trade deadline could change things.

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