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Ben Volin of the Boston Globe joins Jeremy and Joe to look into Bills v. Patriots.

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September 19, 2025 - Season 16, Episode 26 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. In this Friday morning episode, Alex Kozora and I get right to talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers as they prepare for their Week 3 road game against the New England Patriots. Alex and I start by discussing the Steelers and Patriots' injury reports. We talk about Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. seemingly being doubtful for Sunday with his hamstring injury and how the status of rookie DT Derrick Harmon making his NFL debut against the Patriots seems questionable entering Friday. We also discuss the knee injury sustained this past week by backup OL Max Scharping and how he'll likely be headed to the Reserve/Injured list soon. Will the Steelers' new practice squad ILB Ja'Whaun Bentley be elevated on Saturday and then play against the Patriots on Sunday? We explain how that seems a little unlikely based on things that have been said this past week. The Patriots are looking to get CB Christian Gonzalez back from his hamstring injury this week so Alex and I discuss his status headed into Friday as well. On Thursday, we heard from two of the Steelers' coordinators, Arthur Smith and Teryl Austin, so Alex and I recap the main talking points to come out of those media sessions. We discuss Austin being fired up about his defense giving up a duplicate explosive passing play for a touchdown in consecutive weeks. We also go over communication comments made by Austin on Thursday and a few other minor things that Smith had to say to the media during his weekly session. The main one being that Steelers RB Jaylen Warren might get might touches on Sunday against the Patriots. Alex and I welcome Ben Volin of The Boston Globe back to the show, and he helps us get started with a preview of the Steelers' road game against the Patriots. Volin has covered the Patriots for several seasons, and nobody knows that team better than he does. We get his thoughts on new Patriots HC Mike Vrabel and second-year QB Drake Maye and many more things related to Sunday's game at Gillette Stadium. At the end of our talk with Volin, he gives us his score prediction for the game between the Steelers and the Patriots. If not already doing so, make sure to follow Ben on X/Twitter at @BenVolin and make sure to read his work here: https://www.bostonglobe.com/about/staff-list/staff/ben-volin/ After finishing with Volin, Alex and I provide our own preview of the game between the Steelers and the Patriots. We break down what we are looking for out of each team on both sides of the football ahead of the Week 3 game. Alex and I then give our picks against the spread for all of the Week 3 games in the NFL using the line provided by show sponsor MyBookie.ag. We also give our score predictions for Steelers-Patriots to end that segment. This 125-minute episode also discusses several other minor topics not noted, and we close things by answering a few emails that we recently received from listeners. steelersdepot.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In hour two, we're forced to state something we thought was obvious: the Stephen Ross “statement” going around is FAKE! Crowder downplays the impact Tom Brady can have in the Raiders booth during games. After, Ben Volin discusses the fall out of the Dolphins starting 0-2 and the only way they can compete with Buffalo this Thursday night.

Counting the hours until Thursday's showdown between the Dolphins and Bills. Have the wheels officially fallen off the McDaniel wagon in Miami? Josh Appel and Ben Volin join the show to discuss the inevitable end of the McDaniel era. Plus, Crowder flexes his broadcasting skills by doing an entire segment with a New York city slice of pizza in his mouth.

Boston Globe writer Ben Volin joins and gives a scouting report on the Patriots ahead of their week 2 matchup with the Fins. Ben said Drake Maye looked uncomfortable in their week 1 loss to the Raiders and he isn't sold on the Patriots receivers. Ben expects the Jets to give the Bills all they can handle this weekend.

After the Fins players-only meeting, Joe and Hollywood discuss whether they actually make a difference. Boston Globe writer Ben Volin joins and gives a scouting report on the Pats ahead of their week 2 matchup with the Fins. Don Bailey Jr. joins and talks all things Canes ahead of their top 25 in state showdown with #18 USF.

On a Football Friday Joe dives into the Dolphins week 2 matchup with the Patriots, calling it a "must win" game for Miami. Joe compares the Dolphins Players-Only meeting to situations when he played for coach Don Shula. The Canes get set to welcome #18 USF into Hard Rock after the Bulls upset the Gators last week in Gainesville. Joe makes his NFL and College Football picks. Larry Blustein, Ben Volin, Don Bailey Jr., and Mike Florio join.

Evan, Canty, & Michelle discuss if the Packers or Commanders are more likely to land in the NFC Championship and if Lambeau Field is the most hallowed ground in all of sports. Ben Volin joins the show to comment on Drake Maye's development and Brock Purdy's injury. Will Mac Jones give us a glimpse into the past on Sunday? Plus, the Ravens are celebrating their 30th anniversary in the most disrespectful way possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle discuss if the Packers or Commanders are more likely to land in the NFC Championship and if Lambeau Field is the most hallowed ground in all of sports. Ben Volin joins the show to comment on Drake Maye's development and Brock Purdy's injury. Will Mac Jones give us a glimpse into the past on Sunday? Plus, the Ravens are celebrating their 30th anniversary in the most disrespectful way possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle discuss if the Packers or Commanders are more likely to land in the NFC Championship and if Lambeau Field is the most hallowed ground in all of sports. Ben Volin joins the show to comment on Drake Maye's development and Brock Purdy's injury. Will Mac Jones give us a glimpse into the past on Sunday? Plus, the Ravens are celebrating their 30th anniversary in the most disrespectful way possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle discuss if the Packers or Commanders are more likely to land in the NFC Championship and if Lambeau Field is the most hallowed ground in all of sports. Ben Volin joins the show to comment on Drake Maye's development and Brock Purdy's injury. Will Mac Jones give us a glimpse into the past on Sunday? Plus, the Ravens are celebrating their 30th anniversary in the most disrespectful way possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle discuss if the Packers or Commanders are more likely to land in the NFC Championship and if Lambeau Field is the most hallowed ground in all of sports. Ben Volin joins the show to comment on Drake Maye's development and Brock Purdy's injury. Will Mac Jones give us a glimpse into the past on Sunday? Plus, the Ravens are celebrating their 30th anniversary in the most disrespectful way possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Starkey talks with Ben Volin of The Boston Globe about the Steelers' acquisition of Jabrill Peppers, who the New England Patriots cut before the start of the season. Joe talks about the Cam Hetward contract situation and other stories around the NFL.

It's a follow-the-money situation for the Patriots. They have veterans of four or more years who have guaranteed contracts. Once the Patriots couldn't trade one, they released the cheaper option. They talk of Peppers' strengths, the fallout between Bill Belichick and the Patriots, and a mini preview of their game in Week 3. After the call, Joe talks about some blurbs of Post-Gazette Beat Writer Gerry Dulac's weekly chat and Cam Heyward.

Boston Globe reporter Ben Volin joins Miami Dolphins On SI Publisher Alain Poupart to break down the Dolphins' Week 2 opponents, the New England Patriots, and the matchup at Hard Rock Stadium. Make sure to follow Alain on Twitter at @PoupartNFL and Blusky at @alainpoupart.bsky.social, and read his stories (free content) on Miami Dolphins on SI at si.com/nfl/dolphins.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

(00:00) Live free or buy is back! Hardy quizzes Fred and Wallach on how much people are selling these items for online, or if they are actually free. (17:39) Dave Richard is the Fantasy Football Guru for CBSSports.com - He joins the show to help get your team ready for the regular season! (35:23) Ben Volin from the Boston Globe sat down with Belichick 1 on 1 to talk about his first season with UNC. (PLEASE be aware timecodes may shift up to a few minutes due to inserted ads) CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!

Meghan Ottolini and Jon Lyons were joined by Chris Cotillo, of MassLive, to preview the start of the Boston Red Sox four-game series with the Yankees in New York. Mego and Lyons discussed their takeaways from Bill Belichick's interview with the Boston Globe's Ben Volin. In breaking news, Patriots wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk will miss the entire 2025 season due to a shoulder injury that will require surgery. Finally, Mego and Lyons share their expectations for tonight's Patriots preseason finale.

From 08/07 Hour 2: Ben Volin joins The Sports Junkies to break down the Commanders vs Patriots joint practice.

08/07 Hour 2: Hit The Skins - 1:00 Ben Volin Joins The Junkies - 14:00 Las Vegas Might Be Losing Steam - 31:00

08/07 Full Show: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 43:00 Hour 3 - 1:27:00 Hour 4 - 2:09:00 The Sports Junkies break down the latest Washington Commanders news. The guys also tried smelling salts for the first time. Today's guests were Ben Volin and Chris Doering.

JP and BMitch welcome Ben Volin onto the show to talk about the Patriots season ahead and the joint practice today.

Hour 4 of BMitch & Finlay features a fantasy preview with Dave Richard and some Patriots talk with Ben Volin.

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Football is BACK! Well, sort of ... The Patriots hit the back practice fields at Gillette Stadium for day one of training camp 2025. Fitzy, Hart, and Meghan Ottolini were in the house to catch all the action, and offer their key takeaways and analysis (with a cameo from Ben Volin) on the latest episode of 6 Rings and Football Things. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Football is BACK! Well, sort of ... The Patriots hit the back practice fields at Gillette Stadium for day one of training camp 2025. Fitzy, Hart, and Meghan Ottolini were in the house to catch all the action, and offer their key takeaways and analysis (with a cameo from Ben Volin) on the latest episode of 6 Rings and Football Things. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Bird joins the show in the studio to play a game with the guys as they try to guess if these stories about Bird are either fact or fantasy. (23:38) Mike Vrabel thought he was being punked by Ben Volin for asking the same question as Tom Curran five minutes later. (33:35) Eddie Trunk, a huge Ozzy Osbourne fan is shocked by the news of his passing and grieves the loss of the legendary rockstar. (PLEASE be aware timecodes may shift up to a few minutes due to inserted ads) CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardy For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston’s home for sports!

Football is BACK! Well, sort of ... The Patriots hit the back practice fields at Gillette Stadium for day one of training camp 2025. Fitzy, Hart, and Meghan Ottolini were in the house to catch all the action, and offer their key takeaways and analysis (with a cameo from Ben Volin) on the latest episode of 6 Rings and Football Things. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Senior NFL writer at the Boston Globe, Ben Volin, highlights some of the more interesting storylines across the NFL heading into the first week of training camp.

Ben Volin of the Boston Globe questions whether running it back this season with a similar roster will lead to different results and details what he believes the teams ceiling will be under Mike McDaniel.

A ton of Dolphins talk on Training Camp Eve! Ben Volin isn't high on the Dolphins and cites “bad vibes” surrounding the organization. Hoch has some advice for Mike McDaniel as he enters his 4th season as head coach. Plus, a very optimistic view at the Dolphins roster courtesy of Joe Schad. Also includes the founder of Funky Buddha Brewery settling Friday's “amuse bouche” fiasco.

Boston Globe writer Ben Volin joins to give some insight on the New England Patriots. After a busy offseason New England is looking for a bounce back year following back to back 4-13 seasons. The Dolphins host the Pats in their home opener in week 2.

Joe gives his 8 teams that he thinks can win the Super Bowl this season. Boston Globe writer Ben Volin joins and gives a Patriots preview as the Dolphins will host the Pats in their home opener. Hollywood's headlines include Big Noon Kickoff adding Dave Portnoy and Wimbledon getting big ratings.

Shane Gillis goes off at the ESPYs. Joe predicts Waddle and Hill will be over 1k yards this season. Zach Sieler's contract situation is still up in the air. The most important thing for the Dolphins remains Tua's health. Ben Volin and Marc Ross join the show.

From 04/24 Hour 2: Ben Volin joins The Sports Junkies to preview the 2025 NFL Draft.

04/24 Hour 2: EB's Finally Getting His Shutter Fixed Today - 1:00 Ben Volin Joins The Junkies - 18:00 El Zol Takes Over The Junkies Show - 33:00

04/24 Full Show: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 44:00 Hour 3 - 1:25:00 Hour 4 - 2:06:00 The Sports Junkies preview the 2025 NFL Draft ahead of the first round tonight. The guys also highlight the Capitals big win over Montreal last night. Today's guests were Ben Volin and Devante Smith-Pelly.

(00:00) The guys react to a clip from LB coach Zak Kuhr emphasizing "violence" on defense. Zolak shares his take on what the coaches mean by that. Beetle questions if this should be the main focus, pointing out there were several non-violence-related issues with the defense last season. (10:32) The crew reacts to Ben Volin predicting the Patriots will finish 2nd in the AFC East. They break down the rest of the division and what that could mean for New England. They also discuss the possibility of the Saints trading up with the Patriots for a quarterback due to Derek Carr’s injury. (21:21) Zolak and Bertrand talk about the NBA regular season wrapping up, with the Celtics set to face either the Magic or Hawks in the first round. McKone says he prefers the Hawks matchup. They also discuss injury concerns surrounding Jaylen Brown. (30:35) The guys discuss Jordon Hudson appearing in a video at UNC practice with Bill Belichick, sparking questions. Beetle wonders if NFL teams may view Belichick differently because of his relationship. They all share their thoughts on the viral video.

SEGMENT - Arcand discusses a Ben Volin article in the Boston Globe, asking if Drake Maye was the impetus behind the Joe Milton trade

8am Hour 3 - Ben joins the show to talk with the guys about Stefon Diggs signing with the New England Patriots and what it means for the team.

In hour one, NFL news is upon us as the legal tampering period opens in the NFL. A week's worth of frustration boils over between Hoch, Solana and Crowder with Solana's return. Plus, Ben Volin joins the show to run through some of the notable NFL QB signings and what it means for the Miami Dolphins.

Senior NFL Writer at the Boston Globe, Ben Volin, joins Hoch and Crowder to react to the first wave of QB signings in the NFL today and his take on whether the Dolphins should be prioritizing the backup QB position this offseason.

02/11 Hour 2: Halftime Show Shake Up / McDonald's Debate - 1:00 Ben Volin Joins The Junkies - 18:00 Game Show Giveaway - 34:00

02/11 Full Show: Hour 1 - 1:00 Hour 2 - 45:00 Hour 3 - 1:25:00 Hour 4 - 2:08:00 The Sports Junkies debate if the Commanders should make a blockbuster trade this offseason. The guys also break down the top storylines following Super Bowl LIX. Today's guests were Ben Volin, Adam Caplan, and Kevin Willard.

From 02/12 Hour 2: Ben Volin joins The Sports Junkies to break down the top NFL storylines.

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the second hour on Radio Row reacting to what Chiefs Tight End Travis Kelce had to say at Super Bowl Media night. (13:44) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed. (21:03) Ben Volin of The Boston Globe joins the guys on Radio Row. (34:54) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed.

Senior NFL Writer at the Boston Globe, Ben Volin, joins Hoch and Crowder to react to another Super Bowl appearance from the kansas City Chiefs and head coach Andy Reid.

In hour one, the Super Bowl matchup is set! We're never betting against Mahomes and the Chiefs again… except for the Super Bowl because Crowder low key loves the Eagles. Can we finally say Mahomes is the GOAT or does Brady still get the edge? Hoch is convinced Jimmy Butler won't start tonight as he returns AGAIN from suspension. Plus, Ben Volin joins the show to recap the two NFL title games, Mahomes vs Brady and Andy Reid vs Belichick/Shula.

Senior NFL Writer at the Boston Globe, Ben Volin, previews the Super Bowl and explains why he loves the matchup between the Chiefs and the Eagles.

Blind Mike and Bish in studio. Kirk recaps the events from the newest episode of Surviving Barstool (00:00:00). Mut texts Kirk to make his pick for the Tuesday death selection (00:04:02). Kirk recaps the events from the newest episode of Surviving Barstool (00:07:32). Kirk expresses his thoughts on Rico's actions from the episode (00:10:30). Big Cat thought Kirk was trying to stab him in the back (00:17:40). Kirk says the game is rigged by Dave Portnoy (00:20:18). Rico aligned with the wrong people for the game (00:23:43). Ben Volin guessed wrong in thinking AVP was getting fired (00:30:40). Robert Kraft looks in rough shape (00:31:08). Greg Bedard wrote a letter to the Krafts but it was a column (00:33:10). Jason Whitlock gives creepy takes on Joy Taylor in the most stoic way possible (00:35:48). Ryan Reynolds has got to be A.I. (00:37:58). Justin is making strides toward improving his health with Factor (00:39:05). Sunny Hostin compares January 6th to the Holocaust (00:43:59). Jerry Jones did well in Landman, and the Golden Globes want Nikki Glaser back (00:46:04). Kirk suggests a new diet for Justin (00:47:40). Justin tastes Mtn Dew for the first time in over a year (00:49:09). Gus tries to go at Rico after Survivor (00:52:10). Kirk reviews the weekend NFL slate (00:54:33). Simulated golf feels nothing like the real thing (00:59:48). Hulk Hogan got booed at Raw(01:00:45). Erika Nardini is doing a live show about “work” (01:02:01). The SNL 50th anniversary is going to be no different from the 40th (01:04:47). Katie Nolan is starting a show with Sirius XM (01:10:27). Celebrity jeopardy is going to be starting (01:15:40). Whitney Cummings takes shots at Barstool (01:19:20) Will Smith talks about playing Neo in the matrix (01:22:20). Festivals Lineups are causing controversy (01:28:10). Menners said goodbye to the Menners Minifan Network (01:35:20). Jeff's face on the Surviving Barstool thumbnail was crazy (01:36:57). Mick and Steve will meet for the first time Friday (01:38:37) Jason Kelce's new show ratings bombed (01:39:25). The Neighborhood has been going for 7 seasons getting consistent ratings (01:40:30.) Blind Mike previews upcoming shows (01:42:50) Shark Minihane's show count is determined as the legitimate source (01:44:26). Blind Mike suggests a location for the 1000th episode (01:46:25) Big Rick drops his asking price for his property (01:50:20) Bruce Springsteen is going to Fenway Park in July (01:56:10). Justin's secret source might be a minifan and is guaranteeing tickets for Kirk (01:57:30).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/kminshow

From 12/11 Hour 3: Ben Volin joins The Sports Junkies to break down the latest NFL news.