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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin start with Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars amazing win over the Chiefs. Did Chris Jones give up on the final play? Drew explains how the Chiefs will stay in the hunt. Matt gives props to the Manningcast and how much he's enjoyed it. Joe Flacco is headed to the Bengals and will have an impact. How does Ja'Marr Chase feel about this move? As for the Browns, does this move mean anything for Shedeur Sanders? Cardinals Coach Jonathan Gannon is fined $100k and Matt wonders if coaches can do things they shouldn't. Odell Beckham Jr. accepts his 6 game PED suspension. Drew shares a story he heart about Marcus Mariota calling plays. AJ Brown meets with Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley, but will it distract the team? Matt and Drew pick each Division winner based on the odds. Looking at the best games from NFL Week 6, including the Eagles/Giants on Thursday Night Football. Drew is looking forward to 49ers/Bucs and Bears/Commanders on Monday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil Perry welcomes in Rob Ninkovich to get his thoughts on Drake Maye's impressive start to Year 2, Mike Vrabel's leadership style and whether he thinks this team is for real. Then, Phil shares which college players to keep an eye on this weekend and opens up the mailbag to answer your questions! 1:00- Phil breaks down why Drake Maye has been even more impressive than you realize through five weeks3:30- Rob Ninkovich shares whether or not he thinks the Patriots are a playoff team5:50- How would you gameplan against Drake Maye as a defensive player?7:55- What do you think of Mike Vrabel's leadership style with this team?14:00- Phil shares his latest round of college players to keep an eye on ahead of next spring's NFL Draft18:40- Phil opens up the mailbag to answer your questions
Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te’o, and Mike Garafolo previewing Giants-Eagles - what are you watching for in this matchup? Will Chicago Bears get their revenge against the Washington Commanders after their dramatic loss last season?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 Mike Garafolo answering Throwdown Thursday questions - do you trust the Chiefs or Lions offense more in a late game situation? Will we be talking about Joe Flacco or Dillon Gabriel more this week?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles preview the Patriots' Week 6 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. But before that the guys take a look at the Patriots RB Room and with the loss of Antonio Gibson and the Baltimore Ravens struggles this season, it leads to the question of should the Patriots make a trade for Derrick Henry? They also discuss what has been a wild week down in Chapel Hill for Bill Belichick. 0:00 - ⏰️EPISODE TIMELINE⏰️ 0:27 - Patriots Injury Report Entering Week 6 7:17 - Reaction to Vrabel's Comments about Joshua Farmer Personal Foul penalty vs Bills 10:42 - Saints Injury Report Entering Week 6 13:21 - Patriots make RB moves 15:26 - Could Patriots make trade for Derrick Henry? 19:16 - Prizepicks 20:58 - Subscribe to the Podcast 22:50 - Reaction to latest North Carolina & Bill Belichick News 30:06 - Importance of this game 32:40 - Saints Defense vs Patriots Offense 38:43 - Saints Offense vs Patriots Defense 45:38 - Subscribe to the Podcast 46:00 - Greg's Game Pick 48:30 - Wrapping up SUBSCRIBE to the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles
The Patriots' victory over the Bills is starting to wear off and the focus is on the Saints in New Orleans. Christian details the only issues Mike Vrabel is faced with and how Vrabel is addressing them. Then, with a new Bruins' season approaching, The Skate Pod's Bridgette Proulx joins in studio to detail what has to go right for the B's to be in the playoff hunt. And, there aren't any definite expectations of the Bruins regarding if they'll be the a contender or the worst in the NHL so they are literally in no man's land.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand are joined by Albert Breer of SI and MMQB to discuss Bill Belichick's tenure at UNC.(14:10) Albert Breer highlights the importance of Sunday Night's win over Buffalo for establishing a culture in the way Mike Vrabel is trying to build. (25:05) How much of a green light will Drake Maye get as the season progresses? Also why is Mike Vrabel so hesitant to criticize his players? The crew debates. We close the hour with a penalties discussion and how to avoid being reckless on the field while still being aggressive. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hart and Fitzy break down what needs to happen for the Patriots to build on their great start. How will Mike Vrabel keep the team focused? Is Bill Belichick's time already running out at UNC? How did it get to this point so fast?
Hart and Fitzy break down what the Patriots need to do to capitalize on a weak schedule after a big win on Sunday Night against the Bills. How will Mike Vrabel keep the team focused? Stefon Diggs has emerged as a team leader.
NFL Week 6 Power Rankings are here. Dave Clarke, Bobby Kelly, and Mike Marcangelo bring a full breakdown of the biggest NFL stories from Week 5 and a deep look at where every team stands heading into Week 6. They open with league headlines: Joe Flacco’s trade to the Bengals, Baker Mayfield’s rising MVP odds, and growing questions about the Chiefs and Chargers. The guys dissect how Cincinnati plans to stay afloat without Joe Burrow until late November, and whether the Browns made a mistake giving up on Flacco. Then it’s time for our teams: • The Patriots (3-2) earn a statement win against the Bills, marking Drake Maye’s biggest moment yet. Mike calls it the team’s best victory since Brady left, praising Bill Belichick’s leadership, Mike Vrabel’s defensive turnaround, and Christian Gonzalez’s return.• The Cowboys (2-2-1) knock off the Jets and look better than expected. Bobby and Dave argue over their playoff chances and how much the defense can really carry them.• The Bears (2-2) hit their bye week with questions at quarterback but optimism on defense. Dave remains patient; Mike and Bobby, not so much. They also go deep on the Cross-Off segment — officially eliminating the Saints from playoff contention after another tough loss — and debate whether the Jets, Titans, Browns, and Ravens are next. Then, it’s on to the Honorable Mentions and the BK Top 10 Power Rankings, where the Jaguars, Colts, and Buccaneers continue to rise, and the Chiefs drop out of the top 10 for the first time in years. Key talking points:• Joe Flacco’s impact in Cincinnati• Baker Mayfield’s MVP candidacy• Drake Maye’s growth and Patriots’ playoff path• Chiefs’ midseason struggles and defensive breakdowns• Colts and Bucs’ surprise success• Jaguars, Lions, and Eagles continue to dominate• Which AFC teams are legit playoff threats If you want the smartest, funniest, and most passionate NFL power rankings show on the internet, this is it. Follow Us:Website: https://www.mtpshow.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@MTPPodTwitter (X): https://twitter.com/MTP_podInstagram: https://instagram.com/MTP_podTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@MTP_podFacebook: https://facebook.com/MTPPodEmail: craig@mtpshow.com
Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan discussed the Saints' upcoming matchup against the 3-2 New England Patriots, led by first-year head coach Mike Vrabel and second-year QB Drake Maye. He evaluated the Patriots' tight ends, Maye, and both teams' talented young left tackles.
Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel start with their newest Power Rankings and a surprise #1 team. Bobby's rankings have a few new teams making their debut on the list. The Seahawks and Bucs was the most entertaining game of the week. Matt is stunned to see another player drop the ball before crossing the goal line. Joe Flacco is traded to the Bengals and Bobby is excited to see the impact he's going to have on this team. Matt explains how the team adjusts the offense for an incoming QB. Who are the most 'clutch' QB's in the NFL? The duel-threat players should top anyone's list. Bobby talks about his betting habits and the games that interest him this weekend. The Bill Belichick documentary has been cancelled and Bobby wonders if the head coach will return next season. Matt weighs in on what's happening in College Football and his early Heisman thoughts. Bobby adds on his early MVP thoughts and what the odds are right now. Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel talk about their favorite baseball teams and how much they are watching the postseason. Matt recaps his weekend are joined by Super Bowl Champion Dallas Clark (@Dallaslark44). Dallas explains how he went from a LB to a TE and ended up getting a scholarship at Iowa after being a walk-on player. Matt and Dallas get after each other about USC and Iowa playing in a bowl game against each other. Dallas reveals why he didn't wear gloves but did he ever give it a try? Matt asks about the culture of the Colts when Dallas arrived and how he worked with a coach that hated him. Matt and Dallas recall how harsh coaches talked and how much things have changed in today's game. Dallas also reveals some of the rookie pranks they played during training camps. Dallas wraps up with his Top 3 live concerts he's ever attended, including going to one solo. Lots to Say with Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel is part of the NFL Podcast Network See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tune-in as we turn the page to the Patriots Week 6 road matchup against the New Orleans Saints. We talk about the speedy threats of both Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed in the Saints WR room, and their defense's ability to force turnovers on a game-to-game basis. We watch and react to Head Coach Mike Vrabel's press conference and share our observations of his comments on penalties, interim defensive coordinator Zak Kuhr and more. Plus, Deuce reports back from the locker room on what players were saying about Sunday's matchup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(0:00) Paul Perillo of Patriots.com joins the show and opens the hour discussing the Patriots upset win in Buffalo on Sunday.(7:49) The callers weigh in on the Patriots with Perillo.(18:36) Discussion on Drake Maye's playmaking Sunday night based on what Mike Vrabel had to say about it earlier in the week.(28:12) Final thoughts from Paul Perillo on the Patriots. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing Mike Vrabel's press conference comments from today, and if Sunday's matchup with the Saints could be a trap game (16:06) Callers weigh in on the Patriots. (22:29) The guys discuss the dysfunctional start to Bill Belichick's tenure at UNC. (34:55) The discussion continues on Bill Belichick. Plus more caller reaction.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Inside the Chaos: Players, parents are blasting Belichick's “toxic” culture at UNC(18:38) Alex Barth is a digital content producer and on-air host for 98.5 The Sports Hub. He joins Toucher & Hardy to share his latest thoughts on The New England Patriots, the win in Buffalo proves Vrabel's plan Is working and Drake Maye's poise changes everything for New England.(PLEASE be aware timecodes may shift up to a few minutes due to inserted ads)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 One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the impact of Joe Flacco being traded to the Bengals. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, and Mike Garafolo debate Cincinnati's chances in the AFC North. With 7 teams that are 4-1, which is the most compelling right now? Kyle has a beef with players dropping the ball at the goal line. Plus, Manti points out his 'Mayjah' for the week! Stay tuned for Colts Co-Owner Kalen Jackson coming up in Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour Two of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with team chances in the AFC North. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te'o, and Mike Garafolo welcome Colts co-owner Kalen Jackson to the breakfast table to talk about her role with the team. Plus, Kyle and Mike go in the booth from the weekend! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Patriots quarterback Drake Maye joins Andy Hart and Nick "Fitzy" Stevens after leading the Pats to a massive upset win over the Buffalo Bills. The guys discuss Maye's connection with Stefon Diggs, Mike Vrabel's approach in the locker room, his first career game-winning drive, 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
If Stevenson has a costly fumble moving forward, Curtis puts it on Vrabel
Arcand looks into what he saw from Mike Vrabel greeting his team outside the locker room and Christian Gonzalez praising his current head coach. With Gonzo saying its easy to play for Vrabel, the connection from head coach to players looks to be in an awesome state. Then, Tom King from the Nashua Telegraph joins the show to speak more on the Pats and what the future looks like with Stefon Diggs' presence and the thinning running back room. And, everyone has been praising New England for their win over Buffalo except for one person: Chris Broussard.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour with Mike Vrabel's press conference, before Patriots right tackle Morgan Moses joins us to discuss the progression of Drake Maye and the expectations going into New Orleans on Sunday. (24:25) Mike Vrabel claimed there was no whistle heard before the apparent late hit by Joshua Farmer, the crew discusses this play and the no call. (39:40) Zo and Beetle close out the show with the takeaways from today. 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 with the coaching style of Mike Vrabel and him being a perfect coach for this Patriots team.(12:45) We discuss Cardinals Head Coach Jonathan Gannon being fined by the team for his sideline altercation with running back Emari Demercado. (21:39) Drake Maye has drawn comparisons to Phillip Rivers and Justin Herbert, in addition to the Josh Allen comparisons. The crew gives their thoughts. (28:35) Zo and Beetle close the hour with more of your calls. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
HR1 - Jones and Keefe open today's show discussing Mike Vrabel's impact on the Patriots roster and why Jones thinks Vrabel has finally made an impact in a game that lead to positive results for the Pats. The guys ask if Stefon Diggs can repeat his performance throughout the rest of the season. Are expectations for the Pats Star WR and the team in general getting too lofty? Finally, Jones and Keefe preview the season opener for the Bruins tonight in Washington, DC. The guys go through the Bruins roster and safe to say these aren't the Cup Contending B's that fans have become accustomed to seeing take the ice in recent memory. How low should expectations be for this year's Bruins
HR4 - Jones and Keefe check in down at Gillette as Mike Vrabel meets with the media ahead of the Patriots return to practice, In today's Grab Bag Jones and Keefe recap the opening night of NHL season, a full slate of MLB baseball, preview the Bruins season opener, and more
The full Jones and Keefe Show from Wednesday October 8, 2025 HR1 - Jones and Keefe open today's show discussing Mike Vrabel's impact on the Patriots roster and why Jones thinks Vrabel has finally made an impact in a game that lead to positive results for the Pats. The guys ask if Stefon Diggs can repeat his performance throughout the rest of the season. Are expectations for the Pats Star WR and the team in general getting too lofty? Finally, Jones and Keefe preview the season opener for the Bruins tonight in Washington, DC. The guys go through the Bruins roster and safe to say these aren't the Cup Contending B's that fans have become accustomed to seeing take the ice in recent memory. How low should expectations be for this year's Bruins HR2 - Jones and Keefe kick off the second hour with Taylor Kyles of CLNS to discuss the Patriots marquee win in Buffalo. How many games should the Pats win in the next four weeks? Are fans putting the cart before the horse in terms of expectations? Kyles answers all that and more. It's a Would You Rather Wednesday, the guys discuss their rooting interests in the Division Series, Roman Anthony v Paul Skenes, and more. Finally, in this week's #Dork minute Keefe reviews a pair of horror movies he watched last night, recaps a week at the box office, and previews some highly anticipated TV on the horizon HR3 - Jones and Keefe look ahead to the Patriots weak schedule moving forward. How many games should the Pats win heading into their bye week? Which area of need do the Pats need to improve the most to reach their ceiling? The guys ask how much the Pats can bank on repeat performances from Stef Diggs coming off of a massive homecoming game in Buffalo. Finally, Stiz brought in dozens of old DVDs to the studio and left them in the kitchen for anyone to take. Jones, Keefe, Billy, and Nick make their picks in the first ever "Free DVD" Draft! HR4 - Jones and Keefe check in down at Gillette as Mike Vrabel meets with the media ahead of the Patriots return to practice, In today's Grab Bag Jones and Keefe recap the opening night of NHL season, a full slate of MLB baseball, preview the Bruins season opener, and more
Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Patriots quarterback Drake Maye joins Andy Hart and Nick "Fitzy" Stevens after leading the Pats to a massive upset win over the Buffalo Bills. The guys discuss Maye's connection with Stefon Diggs, Mike Vrabel's approach in the locker room, his first career game-winning drive, 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
Sheil is joined by "Golic & Golic" co-host Mike Golic Jr. to debate and analyze some of the NFL coaches around the league who've exceeded the expectations for their respective teams through the first few weeks of the season. (00:00) Intro/cold open(2:08) Shane Steichen(6:56) Sean Payton(12:49) Brian Schottenheimer(16:21) Dan Campbell(21:04) Mike Vrabel(23:24) The Hurry Up: The Trevor Lawrence Experience The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Mike Golic Jr.Producer: Chris SuttonSocial: Kiera Givens and Brian WatersProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Are the Patriots back? Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry react to the buzz around the Patriots after their statement win over the Bills. They discuss Drake Maye's strong outing and take a closer look at the chemistry building between Maye and Stefon Diggs.1:00 - The Patriots are back in postseason conversation 8:00 - Breaking down Drake Maye's game management 18:00 - The chemistry between Diggs and Maye is blossoming 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.
(0:00) Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins Felger and Mazz and opens the hour with his takeaways from the Patriots upset over the Bills on Sunday. (12:38) Retracting to Rex Ryan's comments on Mike Vrabel and the Patriots. Plus, the callers weigh in.(26:32) 3 up and 3 down from the Patriots win over the Bills. (31:59) The callers weigh in on the Patriots. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Fred is still processing The Smashing Machine, something he saw during his big trip to Fort Myers.(19:55) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Trevor Lawrence's last-second 1-yard touchdown run lifted the Jaguars to a dramatic 31–28 win over the Chiefs on Monday Night Football. Plus, Mike Vrabel isn't viewing the Bills win as the team's early Super Bowl, and the latest from the MLB playoffs.(PLEASE be aware timecodes may shift up to a few minutes due to inserted ads)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 One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt, Manti Te’o, and Willie Colon sharing their takeaways from the Jaguars-Chiefs showdown. Cam Newton and Ashley Nicole join the show and talks about NFL QB’s, myths, and their new show.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 Willie Colon examining how concerned the Kansas City Chiefs should be with their start to the season. Shaq Leonard joins the show and talks about life in retirement, his love of football, and the Colts hot start to the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of The Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast with Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick break down the Patriots' Week 5 primetime win over the Buffalo Bills. Bedard explains why the loss of Antonio Gibson is significant and what New England can do at running back moving forward. The guys dive into Drake Maye's breakout performance, Stefon Diggs' huge night, and why Greg had low grades for rookies Will Campbell and Jared Wilson. They also highlight a terrific defensive game plan by Mike Vrabel and interim DC Zak Kuhr and debate whether this was a statement game for the Patriots before wrapping up with their 3 Up and 3 Down vs Buffalo. 00:00 Intro 2:00 Greg on why loss of RB Antonio Gibson is Big 5:40 What do the Patriots do at RB? 8:30 The story of this game was Drake Maye 17:41 Stefon Diggs was outstanding vs Buffalo 20:17 PrizePicks! 22:00 Bedard had low grade for Will Campbell and Jared Wilson 29:00 Bedard: Patriots Had Terrific Defensive Gameplan vs Bills 42:50 Statement game for the Patriots? 48:00 3 Down vs Buffalo 50:06 3 Up vs Buffalo The Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:
Vrabel hits his stride and Curtis says the timing is impeccable
Handing out pardons like they're candy // Ty Law brings the positivity and a VERY bold Pats prediction // Vrabel hits his stride and Curtis says the timing is impeccable //
Another former Patriot having quite a night on a national stage // Greg thinks Chara is deserving of having the Bruins retire his number // Wiggy has HIGH hopes for the Pats this season // Wiggy's revamped top 5 teams in the AFC // The Bill Belichick hate tour, starring Chris Curtis healthily rolls on // The News With Courtney: Mark Sanchez butt fumbles at life // Handing out pardons like they're candy // Ty Law brings the positivity and a VERY bold Pats prediction // Vrabel hits his stride and Curtis says the timing is impeccable // Wiggy wants to get Butler drunk and learn what happened in the Super Bowl // Oh Billy O, we hardly knew ye // Going down the 80's coming of age movie rabbit hole //
Robert and Jonathan Kraft wanted a coach that was tough, can connect to players, and have an effective scheme; Jerod Mayo was supposed to be that guy, but the Patriots got extremely lucky to have Mike Vrabel be all of that and more.
Christian opens the show by giving the elements of the Patriots from Mike Vrabel to Drake Maye to even their kicker about how the fanbase in New England are invested and have that dedication once again.
Christian is joined by his longtime friend Tom King of the Nashua Telegraph to get more into the Patriots regarding their identity, Mike Vrabel's attention to details, and what they do with a even thinner running back room.
Hart and Fitzy react to more NFL Analysts hopping on the Drake Maye hype train. Can Maye remain consistent against bad teams? Mark Schlereth thinks Mike Vrabel has brought out the best in Drake Maye, and he is all in on the hype.
Does MIke Vrabel or Drake Maye deserve more credit for the Patriots 3-2 start? Brian Hoyer sees Mike Vrabel as a player's coach. He also sees Maye's confidence growing, and Stefon Diggs' on-field leadership showing.
Mark Schlereth believes that Mike Vrabel has proven he is a great head coach. Drake Maye looks incredible in year two, and Schlereth is buying into the hype. He also mentions how good the Patriots' offensive line has played.
Does Mike Vrabel or Drake Maye deserve more credit for the Patriots' start? Vrabel put the pieces in place for Maye's development, but Maye has executed better than anyone could have expected.
Brian Hoyer sees Drake Maye's confidence growing each week. He also sees Stefon Diggs show his leadership with his on-field play. He believes the Patriots should be able to handle business against the Saints, but they can't get complacent.
Matt Jones and Drew Franklin begin with three big upsets in NFL Week 5. Matt is back from South Africa and there are no more undefeated teams in the NFL! The Bills and Eagles lose and the Jets are the only team in the league without a win. Fans got statement wins from Drake Maye and Bo Nix. Did the Bucs and Seahawks both come out of the game looking better, even with Seattle losing? Matt weighs in on the current MVP race. How do Vikings fans feel about Carson Wentz or JJ McCarthy? How did the Texans put together this win over the Ravens? Matt wonders what happens when Lamar Jackson comes back to the team. Jaxson Dart comes back to Earth and Spencer Rattler gets his first career win. Drew is impressed with Dak Prescott's play this season. There's no doubt that the Colts are for real, but Matt feels bad for Pete Carroll. The Panthers are a curious team, but Matt has really enjoyed their announcer, Eric Collins. Titans-Cardinals could've had the craziest play of the season. A tough loss for the Chargers and the Chiefs are knocking on their door on Monday Night. Matt is stunned over what the AFC North has become. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The guys talk about the Patriots upsetting the Bills and the great job Mike Vrabel is doing in New England, the Broncos handing the Eagles their first loss of the season, a loophole that needs to be corrected, FSR IR, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.