Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Vrabel

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin explore a baby being on the way for Drew and his adventures of picking a name and pregnancy cravings. Onto the NFL, the Chiefs dynasty run in the AFC West is over. Matt is amazed at the prospect of Philip Rivers coming back to play for the Colts. Who figured out Jordan Love plays well during a car promotion? Matt relives his recent car buying experience. After the Eagles fall to the Chargers, are you out on their season? What has happened to Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson? As the Patriots host the Bills, Matt is pulling for a Super Bowl win for Buffalo. Are you ready for some flag football? Shedeur Sanders will start the remaining games for the Browns and it starts against the Bears on Sunday. Matt has been impressed by Caleb Williams. How would you rank the 2nd year QBs? Drew would like to see Baker Mayfield get back on track. Matt gives his three favorite games in Week 15 along with Survivor pool and TD Parlay picks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘Bussin' with the Boys' hosts Taylor Lewan and Will Compton join Rich in-studio to discuss the Sherrone Moore controversy at Rich and Taylor's alma mater Michigan and where the Wolverines' football program and the university as a whole goes from here, how head coach Mike Vrabel has returned the New England Patriots' winning ways, 44-year-old Philip Rivers unretiring for a shot to start for the injury-riddled Indianapolis Colts, and what the Cincinnati Bengals must do to return Joe Burrow's joy for playing football after another lost season, and more.   Rich previews what is at stake for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their Thursday Night Football NFC South matchup with the Falcons, and why the L.A. Rams are cheering against Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michigan alum Rich weighs in on the shocking developments that led to the firing of the Wolverines' head football coach Sherrone Moore and how the university moves forward in the wake of the stunning scandal. ESPN NFL analyst Ryan Clark tells Rich why the Los Angeles Rams are the best team in the NFL, discusses the rise of the New England Patriots under 2nd-year QB Drake Maye and new head coach Mike Vrabel, the Philadelphia Eagles' three-game losing streak, Mike Tomlin's future as the Pittsburgh Steelers' head coach, and more. Rich and the guys reflect on Joe Burrow's latest press conference where the Cincinnati Bengals QB confessed that he's not having fun playing football these days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te’o, and Seth Rollins discussing if this is the year Josh Allen breaks through in the playoffs? BUYIN or KEEP TRYIN - The Bucs will get back on track? It’s ridiculous to ask Nick Sirianni if Jalen Hurts should be the starting QB moving forward?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te’o, and Seth Rollins answering Throwdown Thursday questions - do you trust Josh Allen or Drake Maye more in their matchup? Would you rather listen to Sean McVay or Dan Campbell in the headset? Jeffrey Dean Morgan, known for his role as the character "Negan" in "The Walking Dead: Dead City", joins "Good Morning Football" to share his excitement for the Seattle Seahawks and upcoming projects that he is working on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Patriots and Bills QB Matt Cassel stops by Centered on Buffalo and brings the heat! He and Eric Wood break down the massive Bills-Patriots showdown, Drake Maye's ridiculous MVP-caliber season under Vrabel and Josh McDaniels, why Josh Allen remains the ultimate franchise QB, and who really deserves the lion's share of credit for the Patriots dynasty—Brady or Belichick? Cassel finally tells the complete, unfiltered stories from his legendary prank war with Tom Brady (glitter bombs, stolen tires, Atomic Balm in the underwear—the works), reacts to Philip Rivers un-retiring, explains how to fix the college football mess, and locks in his official Bills-Patriots pick. Pure gold for Bills Mafia, Patriots fans, and anyone who loves football and chaos. Go Bills!Brought to you by DraftKingsThe Centered on Buffalo Podcast is sponsored by:Waterboy Recover properly with @waterboy www.waterboy.com Dan-O's Seasoning Follow Dan-O's Seasoning on Social @danosseasoning  https://danosseasoning.com/product/eric-woods-bundle/  15% off code: ewoodNugsax Reusable Icenugsax.com10% Off CODE: buffalo

The whole crew is back as Week 15 arrives. Dave, Mike, Bobby, and Rayshawn react to one of the strangest NFL stories in years. The Colts are bringing back Philip Rivers. The crew explains why Indianapolis turned to a quarterback who last played when TikTok was still optional and why this move could change the AFC playoff race. New England stays on top. Ten wins in a row. The Patriots look like a complete team. The crew breaks down Drake Maye’s growth, Vrabel’s command of the roster, and the defense that keeps winning important downs. They also look at how the Patriots match up with the Broncos, Bills, and Rams as the postseason gets closer. Dallas hits another wall. The Lions knock them down again. The crew debates whether the Cowboys have any real chance to sneak into the playoffs or if this season has reached the point of no return. Detroit looks confident, physical, and built for December football. Cross offs expand again as the Jets, Titans, Saints, Raiders, Cardinals, Giants, Commanders, Falcons, and Vikings all fall fully out of the playoff picture. The crew debates which bubble teams are next and which ones still have a small chance to survive. Every team in the Real BK Power Rankings gets a clear breakdown. The Chargers and Jaguars keep pace. The 49ers, Bears, and Packers remain dangerous. The Seahawks, Bills, and Rams climb at the right time. The Broncos keep winning close games. The Patriots stay at number one with a complete roster and real momentum. This episode gives sharp analysis, clear opinions, and quick humor as the league heads into the final stretch of the season. 00:00 The Shocking Return of Philip Rivers to the Indianapolis Colts 08:12 Dallas Cowboys’ Playoff Hopes Dim After Lions Loss 19:20 Uncrossing the Jags and Debating Playoff Bubble Teams 25:13 Bengals, Ravens, and the Future of Tomlin and Harbaugh 39:36 The Houston Texans Emerge as a Surprising Playoff Dark Horse 48:52 Why the Houston Texans Are a Nightmare Matchup for the Patriots 01:01:14 Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson Lead the Chicago Bears’ Resurgence 01:18:25 Jordan Love, Sam Darnold, and the Evolving NFL Quarterback Landscape 01:29:57 AFC Showdown, Patriots vs. Bills and Playoff Implications Stay connected with MTP.YouTube: https://youtube.com/@MTPPodX: https://twitter.com/MTP_podInstagram: https://instagram.com/MTP_podTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@MTP_podFacebook: https://facebook.com/MTPPodWebsite: https://www.mtpshow.com

Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel are looking forward to today's guest but were shocked with the Colts' interest in Philip Rivers. Bobby gives his NFL Power Rankings following the Week 14 results. The Bears fall short against the Packers, but you're seeing a positive shift in their offense. Have the Patriots gotten too good, too fast? Matt notes the number of quality teams in the NFC. We look forward to the top three matchups coming in Week 15. 14x WWE Champion Charlotte Flair talks about her training regimen and finding her way to the WWE. Charlotte started in college volleyball and explains what lessons it taught her. Matt asks about developing a character and the work that goes into that. Charlotte explains the difference in being a villain versus being a 'good' guy wrestler. How hard is it to separate yourself from your character? Bobby discusses Royal Rumble before we look at what's next for Charlotte. Back to the NFL, Shedeur Sanders will start the remaining 4 games, so will the Browns know if he's the future? Matt offers up his concerns about the Eagles and Jalen Hurts. Bobby surprises Matt with a clip from his playing days and the one punt of his career!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune-in as we turn the page to the Patriots upcoming matchup with the Buffalo Bills. We discuss the high stakes of the game and what it would take to win and secure an AFC East Championship and playoff berth. We tune-in to Head Coach Mike Vrabel's press conference as he discusses preparing for the Bills on each side of the ball. Plus, Deuce returns from the locker room to report on its lively atmosphere and what players were saying about the divisional showdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te’o, and Mike Garafolo sharing their expectations for 44-year-old Philip Rivers. WWE Superstar The Miz joins to chat about his favorite NFL team, the Cleveland Browns, and how he feels about them so far during the 2025 NFL season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te’o, and Mike Garafofo reacting to Philip Rivers officially rejoining the Indianapolis Colts roster after 5-years away. WHITEBOARD WEDNESDAY - THE TEAM IN THE ‘LURKING’ COLUMN THAT *YOU WANT TO BE* THE ‘COME RUNNING TEAM’ IS ___THE CELEBRATION YOU WANT TO SEE MAKE A RETURN IS _____See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by listening in on Mike Vrabel's press conference.(16:55) Patriots OT Morgan Moses calls into the show to discuss his bye week, Will Campbell's rehab, and the upcoming matchup against the Bills.(25:33) The crew dives into Vrabel's comments about stopping Josh Allen as a rusher.(29:37) Today's Takeaway.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) John Harbaugh says NFL admitted officiating mistake(14:00) Patriots can clinch AFC East with win over Bills(25:00) Philip Rivers works out for Colts(30:00) Shedeur Sanders to remain Browns starter(33:00) Tee Higgins enters concussion protocol Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Vrabel has started using words like “champions” and “championship” in the past week, is that a sign of the bar being raised for the Patriots? Tom Curran and Phil Perry debate that, discuss the latest with the AFC, and give their down the stretch predictions.1:00-Vrabel word choice signals the bar has been raised5:00-Any concern the Patriots team has imposter syndrome?7:00-It's CHAOS in the AFC20:00-Down the stretch predictions WATCH every episode of the Patriots Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(00:00) The HVAC system is broken in the studio — when will it be fixed? Your guess is as good as ours. Also, Hardy shares his secrets for properly pruning oriental grass for the winter season.WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: (17:59.41) The Chargers forced five turnovers from Jalen Hurts and sealed a 22-19 overtime win with a Tony Jefferson interception, despite their offense stalling after an early touchdown and Justin Herbert rushing for 66 yards just a week after hand surgery.(33:01.55) Vrabel gets snippy towards Phil Perry again.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) The HVAC system is broken in the studio — when will it be fixed? Your guess is as good as ours. Also, Hardy shares his secrets for properly pruning Ornamental grass for the winter season.WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: (17:59.41) The Chargers forced five turnovers from Jalen Hurts and sealed a 22-19 overtime win with a Tony Jefferson interception, despite their offense stalling after an early touchdown and Justin Herbert rushing for 66 yards just a week after hand surgery.(33:01.55) Vrabel gets snippy towards Phil Perry again.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.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the outlook for the Chargers and Eagles after MNF. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, Isaiah Stanback, and 3x Super Bowl Champion Legarette Blount debate the Chiefs playoff possibilities. We hear Ben Johnson's thoughts on his handshake with Matt LaFleur. Plus, GMFB Radio takes your calls! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the Chargers OT win over the Eagles. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, Isaiah Stanback, and 3x Super Bowl Champion Legarette Blount debate the Colts options at QB. Could Philip Rivers be the answer? Plus, Kyle delivers his weekly scepter in Angry Runs! Stay tuned for Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Segment - The Patriots had a coaching problem last season, moving on from Jerod Mayo after just one season. New England elected to bring in another former player for the role, but it's been a whole new story.

Hour 1 - How Vrabel has changed the Pats. Hour 2 - Craig Breslow Red Sox Winter meetings update. Hour 3 - Ty Law joins the show. Hour 4 - Is the Patriots dynasty the greatest of all time?

Hour 1 - The Patriots are coming off their bye week with an 11-2 record and a chance at the number one seed in the AFC. How much of this success has come from bringing in Mike Vrabel?

Hour 3 - Ty Law joins to break down what he's seen from Mike Vrabel and the Patriots this season. He also shares his thoughts about this year's Super Bowl halftime show.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour reacting to Mike Vrabel's appearance on Wake Up Bartstool and his commentary on Drake Maye(6:26) Breaking News: Kyle Schwarber is finalizing a 5-year, $150M deal to remain with the Philadelphia Phillies. Zo commends Dave Dombroski for retaining a superstar free agent. How does the Schwarber signing affect the remainder of the MLB offseason? The crew wrap up their thoughts on Mike Vrabel's appearance on Wake Up Barstool.(20:42) The crew react to Greg Bedard's comments on his surprise players from this season. The guys offer up their pleasant surprises for this year.(27:54) Revolution HC, Marko Mitrovic joins Zolak & Bertrand live from Gillette Stadium.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Vrabel's success in year-one with the Patriots // The Mike Vrabel-Drake Maye relationship // Takeaways from the Chargers overtime win over the Eagles on MNF //

NBC Sports Boston's Tom E. Curran joins the show // More on Vrabel's relationship with QB Drake Maye // Keefer Madness //

Mike Vrabel's success in year-one with the Patriots // The Mike Vrabel-Drake Maye relationship // Takeaways from the Chargers overtime win over the Eagles on MNF // The latest on the Red Sox and the Winter Meetings // Tier Tuesday: NFL Teams // Will the Indianapolis Colts sign 44-year old QB Philip Rivers? // NBC Sports Boston's Tom E. Curran joins the show // More on Vrabel's relationship with QB Drake Maye // Keefer Madness // The Colts sign 44 year-old QB Philip Rivers to their practice squad // Grab Bag // Clip du Jour/Crossover with WEEI Afternoon //

Segment - The Patriots finished last season with just four wins. Robert Kraft and company made the decision to hire Vrabel and now they're on pace to more than triple that total. How does he do it?

The morning show crew are joined by Mike Vrabel on a Patriots Monday. How he prepares to come back from the bye week strong, the upcoming game against the Bills and what he meant by calling his players champions.

Drew Franklin and Billy are at the helm as Week 14 featured some matchups in the snow! The Bills were out in the cold but seemt to be hitting their stride. Did we just see Aaron Rodgers best game with the Steelers? The Titans put together a win over the Browns. The Giants were on a bye this week, so watching Jameis Winston as a game analyst was entertaining. The Colts have lost 4 of 5 and Daniel Jones injures his achilles. The Vikings shut out the Commanders. The Bucs have dropped 5 of 7 after losing to the Saints. Bears-Packers lived up to expectations at Lambeau. The Broncos have won 10 in a row, but are they as good as their record? The Lions likely ended the Cowboys playoff hopes. Another win for the Seahawks and Rams, is Matt Stafford still your MVP? A big win for the Texans over the Chiefs and a tough game for Travis Kelce. Plus, a big Monday Night Football matchup coming up between the Chargers and Eagles! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the Colts loss and an update on Daniel Jones. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, and Willie Colon discuss the Broncos 10th straight win and the Dolphins victory over the Jets. The Breakfast table hands out Game Balls for Week 14 before Manti reveals his Defensive Player of the Week. The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.