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Mike Giardi joins Mike Schopp and the Bulldog to discuss the off-field distractions surrounding Mike Vrabel and how the Patriots are moving forward. They analyze the development of Drake Maye, the revamped receiving corps, and the upcoming AFC East battle between the Patriots and the Bills.
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In this crossover episode of Pats Interference and All 32 NFL Podcast, Andrew Callahan and Mike Giardi discuss the latest Patriots happenings from mandatory minicamp. They evaluate the performances of A.J. Brown and Drake Maye while attempting to predict the future for disgruntled stars Christian Gonzalez and Kayshon Boutte. 0:00 - Intro 1:45 - Minicamp Takeaway: What's the Big Picture Story? 6:41 - Julian Hill Season-Ending Injury and Impact 12:13 - Offensive Lineman Packages 15:00 - PrizePicks 16:37 - Receiver Depth Chart & Minicamp Reps 21:21 - Edge vs. Defensive Tackle Depth 27:30 - Jack Gibbons & the Linebacker Depth 29:02 - Cornerback Depth Behind Christian Gonzalez 30:14 - AJ Brown Minicamp Highlights 35:38 - Christian Gonzalez Contract Situation 45:05 - What's Gonzalez Worth in a Trade? 49:02 - Drake May: Two-Minute Drill & Red Zone Numbers 55:04 - Wrapping Up! Patriots on CLNS Media is Powered by:
In the latest crossover episode between Pats Interference and All 32 NFL Podcast, Andrew Callahan and Mike Giardi discuss the contract situation of Christian Gonzalez, and whether or not Patriots fans should be worried of the organization not giving him a big payday. Watch the FULL episode: https://youtu.be/a4qu2ctVnWg Patriots on CLNS Media is Powered by:
In this crossover episode of Pats Interference and All 32 NFL Podcast, Andrew Callahan and Mike Giardi discuss the latest Patriots happenings from mandatory minicamp. They evaluate the performances of A.J. Brown and Drake Maye while attempting to predict the future for disgruntled stars Christian Gonzalez and Kayshon Boutte. 0:00 - Intro 1:45 - Minicamp Takeaway: What's the Big Picture Story? 6:41 - Julian Hill Season-Ending Injury and Impact 12:13 - Offensive Lineman Packages 15:00 - PrizePicks 16:37 - Receiver Depth Chart & Minicamp Reps 21:21 - Edge vs. Defensive Tackle Depth 27:30 - Jack Gibbons & the Linebacker Depth 29:02 - Cornerback Depth Behind Christian Gonzalez 30:14 - AJ Brown Minicamp Highlights 35:38 - Christian Gonzalez Contract Situation 45:05 - What's Gonzalez Worth in a Trade? 49:02 - Drake May: Two-Minute Drill & Red Zone Numbers 55:04 - Wrapping Up! Patriots on CLNS Media is Powered by:
Andrew Callahan and Mike Giardi discuss the Patriots acquiring A.J. Brown from Philadelphia. The two talk about the cost, the player, how he helps, and what this move says about Mike Vrabel. Pats Interference on CLNS is Powered by:
(00:00) Boston Sports Journal writer Mike Giardi joins Toucher and Hardy to talk about all things Patriots, AJ Brown and the compensation it took to get him, was it an overpay? Was this a Vrabel or Elliot Wolf decision?, AJ Brown's character, Vrabel and Brown's relationship, if offense will be changed for AJ Brown, how many wins will the Patriots have this season with AJ Brown, how this deal affects the way the Patriots do business, will the Gonzalez deal happen? What's the line for Gonzalez, also Jets draft talk and and more Myles Garrett trade talk.(21:40) The Email Bit (Proudly brought to you by Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers)(36:59) THE STACKPlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor 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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Phil Perry welcomes in Mike Giardi to break down this week's Patriots OTA's, what we should take from the absence of Christian Gonzalez and Kayshon Boutte, and whether the A.J. Brown trade is the done-deal we thought it was. Then, the guys debate Phil's initial 53-man roster ahead of minicamp. 00:00- Giardi shares his biggest takeaways from OTA's this week 6:30- What to make of Christian Gonzalez's continued absence 16:00- The latest reports surrounding A.J. Brown 21:00- How did Drake Maye look at OTA's? 27:40- Breaking down Phil's 53-man roster projections
Filling in for the esteemed Andrew Callahan, Mike Giardi welcomes NBC Sports Boston's Phil Perry on the podcast for a game of buy or sell. The guys discuss the Patriots rookie first round pick Caleb Lomu and if the Rookie will start 6 games at Left Tackle for the team? Pats Interference on CLNS Media is Powered by:
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by reacting to some Mike Giardi sound on the Mike Vrabel getting the most out of the team out of the gate in Week 1 at Seattle.(8:15) The guys react to some more Greg Bedard sound this time on Patriots' QB, Drake Maye. Will Drake Maye improve in his 3rd NFL season?(18:58) Saxboy Billy joins Zolak & Bertrand to talk about his summer sensation of a song “Puerto Rico” that has gone viral in less than a week.(30:04) Zo, Beetle & McKone de-escalate following the Saxboy Billy interview. Beetle fields emails reacting to the previous segment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mike dishes out another solo episode of the All 32 NFL Podcast to react to the Patriots' 2026 NFL schedule. He reveals his biggest problem with the Patriots schedule and thoughts on what the NFL is up to with this year's changes. Mike also gives thoughts on Jared Wilson's position change from left guard to center and closes with his way-too-early prediction for the Patriots' 2026 win-loss record. The All 32 NFL Podcast on CLNS is Powered by:
Mike Giardi reveals what he has heard from NFL coaches, scouts and executives about the Patriots getting their thoughts on the Patriots Draft picks. When he talked to O-Line coach about the Patriots 1st Round pick Caleb Lomu the coach had this to say about him: “I think he's the cleanest pass protector in the tackle class.” When Giardi talked to NFL scout about Lomu the scout once again had high praise for Lomu and even went as far as saying he wouldn't be surprised if Lomu replaced Will Campbell at Left Tackle: “I don't know what their plans are, but if you told me that Lomu eventually unseats Will Campbell, I wouldn't bat an eye.” -NFL Scout Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/muEMBTjOuaA All 32 NFL Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:
The Buck Reising Show Hr 2 - Expectations for Faulk, Mike Giardi & Kentucky Derby TakeawaysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Giardi joins the show to talk Vrabel-Russini Drama, NFL Happenings and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi joins the show to grade the Patriots' draft class and name the rookies most likely to make an impact in 2026. Later, Andrew and Mike wrap up on Mike Vrabel's absence on Day 3, the imminent A.J. Brown trade and more. Pats Interference Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:
Greg Bedard and Mike Giardi react to the Patriots selecting Illinois EDGE Gabe Jacas with the 55th pick and TE Eli Raridon with the 95th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on a new episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast/All 32 NFL Podcast crossover. The guys break down what both players bring to New England, how they fit the roster, and what these picks say about the Patriots' draft strategy. Patriots on CLNS Media is Powered by:
From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Mike Vrabel addressed the media for the first time since the Dianna Russini situation was made public. Mike Giardi was on hand for the press conference and joins Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss it all. Plus, thoughts on the latest A.J. Brown news, Kayshon Boutte's future in New England, and an update on Christian Gonzalez negotiations. 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): Mike Vrabel addressed the media for the first time since the Dianna Russini situation was made public. Mike Giardi was on hand for the press conference and joins Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss it all. Plus, thoughts on the latest A.J. Brown news, Kayshon Boutte's future in New England, and an update on Christian Gonzalez negotiations. 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
Vrabel spoke and Giardi was one of the few in attendance
Can this whole Vrabel scandal finally be put to bed? // Mike Giardi reveals what it was like at today's presser with Mike Vrabel // A first for AJ Brown?! Say it ain't so! //
Mike Vrabel addressed the media for the first time since the Dianna Russini situation was made public. Mike Giardi was on hand for the press conference and joins Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss it all. Plus, thoughts on the latest A.J. Brown news, Kayshon Boutte's future in New England, and an update on Christian Gonzalez negotiations.
Three Point Stance - What are we doing ESPN?! // Mike Giardi has a new player he's hot on for Patriots upcoming draft // Patriots New Balance facility "best" Mike Giardi has seen //
Patriots New Balance facility "best" Mike Giardi has seen
A great Boston sports weekend ahead as both Celtics & Bruins in playoffs // Andy Hart has ZERO worries with Celtics facing Philly // Can the Bruins make it deep into the playoffs? // Three Point Stance - What are we doing ESPN?! // Mike Giardi has a new player he's hot on for Patriots upcoming draft // Patriots New Balance facility "best" Mike Giardi has seen // Three Point Stance - What are we doing ESPN?! // Mike Giardi has a new player he's hot on for Patriots upcoming draft // Patriots New Balance facility "best" Mike Giardi has seen // Why won't Mike Vrabel address the media about all of this? Was Dianna Russini's approach any good or was it bogus // Does Mike Vrabel owe anyone an apology, fans or players // How bad of a look is this for Vrabel going forward?
ESPN's Mike Giardi weighs in on the Vrabel saga
Topics discussed: Tatum conquers his fears but can't come up with a win at MSG // Jaylen Brown admits he may not be a league MVP // More information behind the infamous Vrabel/Russini pictures comes to light // Three Point Stance - A Red Sox mystery solved by WEEI Afternoons // Mike Giardi says it's too early to tell how Vrabel scandal will affect team // Does drafting a WR rule out AJ Brown for the Patriots? // Craig Breslow remains optimistic despite mixed messaging from organization // Red Sox rank 4th in ESPN's watchability index // Razor doesn't have an issue with Hagens sitting on Saturday // How last night's Celtics' game proved Jaylen Brown's value in late-game situations (The Drive) // WEEI's Rob Bradford reacts to Red Sox "interesting" lineup decision with Roman Anthony // Dianna Russini "benched" by The Athletic amid investigation (Odds and Ends)
CLNS Media's Taylor Kyles and SI's Mike Kadlick welcome Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi to the show for a live mock draft, factoring in the Patriots' potential quest for Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown. Patriots Daily on CLNS Media is Powered by:
Bill Jones and Cody Winstead provide a crash course on the upcoming draft with NFL reporter, Mike Giardi. They discuss the Patriots' draft needs and the latest on a potential A.J. Brown trade. Plus, they outline their favorite 1st round prospects and share some day 3 sleepers.
The best interviews of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Craig Breslow and Rob Bradford discuss the start of Red Sox season. Mike Giardi talks Patriots and AJ Brown. Chris Mannix and Justin Turpin talk Celtics.
The best interviews of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Craig Breslow and Rob Bradford discuss the start of Red Sox season. Mike Giardi talks Patriots and AJ Brown. Chris Mannix and Justin Turpin talk Celtics.
The best interviews of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Craig Breslow and Rob Bradford discuss the start of Red Sox season. Mike Giardi talks Patriots and AJ Brown. Chris Mannix and Justin Turpin talk Celtics.
Three Point Stance - the future of Fenway's naming rights // Mike Giardi gives AJ Brown a 65% to end up in New England // Breaking News - Tiger Woods involved in car crash in Florida //
Garrett Crochet shines in Red Sox season opener in Cincinnati // Rob Bradford talks Roman Anthony and biggest takeaways from Red Sox win // Bradfo proves why Baseball Isn't Boring // Three Point Stance - the future of Fenway's naming rights // Mike Giardi gives AJ Brown a 65% to end up in New England // Breaking News - Tiger Woods involved in car crash in Florida // A certain athlete takes issue with a Top 10 Boston Athletes list // Chris Mannix says you have to be happy with what you saw in Celtics win // Ferzoco Friday - No thanks to Zion Young // The Drive - Tiger Woods arrested for DUI in Florida // The Celtics get ready to host the Hawks, without Jaylen Brown // Odds n' Ends - Roger Clemens doubles down //
Mike Giardi weighs in on the ongoing AJ Brown situation
Patriots insider Mike Giardi joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss why the Patriots still haven't paid Christian Gonzalez, the Patriots' plan in the NFL Draft, and more! 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
The best interviews of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Mike Giardi on Patriots, Rob Bradford on Red Sox and World Baseball Classic, Chris Mannix on Celtics, and Andrew Raycroft on Bruins. Plus, Maxxine Dupri joins ahead of Monday Night Raw at TD Garden.
The best interviews of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Mike Giardi on Patriots, Rob Bradford on Red Sox and World Baseball Classic, Chris Mannix on Celtics, and Andrew Raycroft on Bruins. Plus, Maxxine Dupri joins ahead of Monday Night Raw at TD Garden.
The best interviews of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Mike Giardi on Patriots, Rob Bradford on Red Sox and World Baseball Classic, Chris Mannix on Celtics, and Andrew Raycroft on Bruins. Plus, Maxxine Dupri joins ahead of Monday Night Raw at TD Garden.
Mike Giardi joins the guys to discuss why he still believes Patriots are the team to beat in the AFC, why he is a big fan of the Patriots drafting Zion Young in the upcoming NFL Draft, and more!
Mike Giardi joins the show to discuss the latest around the Patriots. We react to where the Patriots fall in the latest power rankings. Have they done enough this off-season?
Topics discussed: What's the floor + the ceiling for the 2026 Red Sox, and which outcome is more likely? | Why Hart is concerned about the latest Red Sox starting rotation update | Callers memorialize Chuck Norris + March Madness updates | Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi joins the show; shares his new Patriots 2026 draft "crush" | Kevin Byard's "joke" about the Patriots and A.J. Brown raised eyebrows in the fanbase | Are the Celtics steering into the Jayson Tatum/Jaylen Brown narrative with recent social media posts? | Ferzoco Friday: Is Josh McDaniels against acquiring A.J. Brown? | Chris Mannix joins to discuss if the Celtics are the best team in the East | Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!
Hart, Fitzy and Ted react to the news of the day for the Patriots, including the signing of safety Kevin Byard, the departure of Jaylinn Hawkins and K'Lavon Chaisson, and much more. They also react to comments from Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi regarding the likelihood of a Patriots-A.J. Brown trade materializing in the summer.
Topics discussed: Why Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo disagreed over Jaylen Brown's ejection (The Drive) // Reacting to Wednesday's Patriots headlines | Mike Giardi on a Patriots-A.J. Brown June trade // Charlie McAvoy loses teeth, but wins the game for the Bruins on Tuesday (Odds and Ends)
Topics discussed: Jaylen Brown ejected from Celtics' loss to the Spurs on Tuesday; who's at-fault? // Did the Celtics' loss to the Spurs pour water on Boston's chances of winning an NBA title this season? // UMass men's basketball coach Frank Martin joins the show to talk Minutemen hoops // Reacting to the controversy involving Maxx Crosby and the Baltimore Ravens // Are the Ravens setting a bad precedent for other NFL teams moving forward? // Team USA manager Mark DeRosa embarrasses himself + his team with standings blunder // Jen McCaffrey (The Athletic) joins the show to discuss Red Sox roster + lineup decisions // Could the 2026 Red Sox lineup be better than 2025's group? // Reacting to Wednesday's Patriots headlines | Mike Giardi on a Patriots-A.J. Brown June trade // Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!
The Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi joins the show to break down why the Patriots mostly sat out Days 1 and 2 of free agency, plus the Dre'Mont Jones, Alijah Vera-Tucker and Reggie Gilliam signings. Later, the guys share how rival executives reacted to the Pats' moves and predict what they will do to solve their No. 1 receiver problem. Subscribe to our YouTube channels: @PatriotsPressPass and @_AndrewCallahan for more content. 0:00 Patriots add Guard Alijah Vera-Tucker late Monday night 4:59 Grading Romeo Doubs signing 5:40 Patriots approach to free agency 9:15 Giardi likes the Doubs signing the most 20:12 Patriots have leverage for AJ Brown now? 25:15 Callahan predicts Patriots land AJ Brown 26:00 Rumblings 26:40 Alijah Vera-Tucker signing 33:00 Patriots sign FB Reggie Gilliam 37:50 Patriots sign DE Dre'Mont Jones 44:00 Callahan on AJ Brown 47:10 Tight End issue? 50:27 Giardi: AJ Brown could happen later 51:00 Rumblings and nuggets Pats Interference on CLNS Media is Powered by: Prize Picks
Mike Giardi joins WEEI Afternoons to explain where the Patriots will spend their money this offseason, what wide receiver they will go after, and what they will do with Christian Barmore. 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
The Jaylen Brown / Jayson Tatum dynamic // Mike Giardi joins, talks AJ Brown, Tatum return // Exploring Diggs replacement options //
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour talking about the Red Sox offense from last year with Rafael Devers to how the lineup shakes up this season.(6:57) We discuss Mike Giardi's thoughts on if the Pats should trade Christian Gonzalez instead of extending him.(21:34) The guys talk about Drake Maye and whether or not we believe there will be any falloff into next season in his performance.(29:37) Zolak & Bertrand close the hour talking about Christian Gonzalez' tackling ability and take calls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) MIKE GIARDI covers the New England Patriots for Boston Sports Journal. He joins the show to share his thoughts on the latest news coming from the NFL Combine.(18:36.917) The Email Bit (Proudly brought to you by Jeffery Glassman Injury Lawyers)(30:18.546) THE STACK (Proudly brought to you by Colonial Volkswagen)Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor 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!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour talking about Television including Dave Franco, HBO shows, and more..(9:23) We discuss Mike Giardi's thoughts on the Patriots future and what offseason moves it would take for the Patriots to be contenders again next year(22:48) Zolak & Bertrand resume their television talk with actors who have played themselves.(31:53) Today's TakeawaySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.