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Looking ahead at the Patriots in the playoffs, are the expectations so high that it's, AFC championship or bust at this point? And the Patriots look to take on the Bengals this Sunday but are missing Milton Williams, how badly will this hurt the defense? Finally, the Celtics snuck a win against the Clippers the other night and now look to take on the Nets tonight.
How much of a liability will the Patriots defense be on Sunday against the Bengals with no Milton Williams playing
The Patriots have very unique chemistry and the league is right there for them to takeover and they shouldn't wait for the future.
Mike Dussault joins the show to give his aspirations of the Patriots and how well they can do for the rest of the season
Are the Patriots really the best team in the AFC or is there a case for the other teams?
The New England Patriots are in contention for being the best team in the AFC even though this year was meant to be a rebuilding year. And the Arcand Fire includes Cam Skattebo attending a WWE event and sacrificing poptarts this year during college football Finally, clickbait includes a man being shot by his own dog.
Why wait to see where the Patriots are at in a few years when they can take advantage of the team and the chemistry they have now? Then, Mike Dussault calls in and shares all his thoughts on the current Patriots and where they could end up this season. Finally, is Tedy Bruschi looking to move jobs and start coaching in the NFL?
Topics discussed: Arguing for, and against, the Patriots as the best team in the AFC in 2025 // NFL analyst Mark Schlereth chooses his top team in the AFC this season // Why the recent rash of Bruins injuries has fans concerned about the future // Ted Johnson defines the catchphrase of his former teammate, Mike Vrabel // Evaluating the Patriots strength of schedule, DVOA against other AFC foes // Bill Belichick, UNC Football release joint statement addressing NFL rumors // Former Patriots QB Brian Hoyer on if New England is the AFC's best team // Which Patriots team had the superior coaching staff: 2001 or 2025? // Three Point Stance, The Drive, Odds and Ends + more!
The Four Compas are throwing gasoline on the flames for this week's Fraud Alert episode!
Broncos beat the Chiefs, Patriots keep rolling, Rams are alive and well in the NFC, who is the real MVP, and much, much more!
Tune-in as we recap the Patriots Week 11 and Rivalries week. We breakdown the win over the Jets and its most significant storylines including TreVeyon Hendersons three-touchdown performance, Drake Maye's consistency through 11 weeks, Milton Williams' injury and more. Plus, we recap the league's entire slate and discuss its main storylines and Patriots playoff implications.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Patriots are red-hot with a 9-2 record, but how do they stack up against their competition? Tom Curran and Phil Perry break down the pros and cons of the Patriots' AFC competition to see where they stack up. Also, they look ahead to the Patriots' upcoming matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. 1:00- Superpowers and Achilles' heels of Patriots AFC competition16:30-AFC power rankings21:00-Toughest games left for the 4 best teams in the AFC25:00-Impact of the Milton Williams injury 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) The final hour begins with the callers thoughts on the Patriots and Bruins. (13:08) The guys reset Greg Bedard's thoughts on the Patriots and the Patriots outlook in the AFC.(25:07) Final thoughts, calls, and emails!(36:17) The Final Word! 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 begin the third hour discussing the impact Josh McDaniels and Eliot Wolf have had on the Patriots success.(15:30) The discussion continues on if Josh McDaniels deserves some credit for the success of the Patriots offense. Plus, more caller reaction on the Patriots. (22:10) The guys discuss Jeremy Swayman and David Pastrnak following the Bruins 3-1 loss to the Hurricanes last night. Plus, thoughts on the state of the Celtics.(29:58) Quick thoughts on Bill Belichick and UNC's loss to Wake Forest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins Felger and Mazz and opens the second hour with caller reaction on the Patriots.(8:49) 10 questions from Around the NFL following week 11 of the NFL season. (26:48) The guys get more calls on the Patriots playoff outlook in the AFC. (32:04) Final thoughts Bedard ahead of Sunday's Patriots and Bengals matchup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins Felger and Mazz and opens the show with his takeaways from the Patriots week 11 win over the Jets. (14:07) The callers weigh in with thoughts and comments on the Patriots with Greg Bedard.(27:28) Bedard's (& Mazz's) 3 up and 3 down from the Patriots win over the Jets. (34:35) The guys discuss the Patriots defensive gameplan's at this point of the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) ANDREW CALLAHAN, sports columnist for the Boston Herald, joins Toucher & Hardy for his weekly hour-long segment in-studio.(15:15) We talk about the Patriots! (30:30) TWO STATS, ONE LIE!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.
Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles go LIVE on the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast to break down the Patriots' 27–14 win over the Jets, their eighth straight victory and discuss where this team stacks up in the AFC as they sit at the top of the AFC East. The Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast is Powered by
It's a Ty Tuesday! Ty Law joins us live in studio, he shares how he would've handled being spit on and if he thinks Stefon Diggs will be a Patriots come next season.
A moving night in Las Vegas on Monday as the Cowboys took the field for the first time since the death of Marshawn Kneeland. The team wore tee-shirts and helmet decals in his honor - taking home an emotional win over the Raiders. The Patriots are 9-AND-2 — but is DRAKE MAYE covering up a few warts on the defense? The BILLS outlasted the BUCS Sunday but is this high-scoring style sustainable? We'll tell you why, before the Bills GO ON a run, they need to stop it first! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Cecil. The guys discuss the AFC playoff picture and the unproven teams like the Patriots and Colts. Is the Broncos run game built for the playoffs with RJ Harvey as the lead running back? The guys recount the Broncos schedule to this point as they head into their bye week. Phil walks us through what a bye week in the NFL is like and the guys agree that they trust this team to handle it the right way. Zach and Phil discuss one of the most debated players on the Broncos in Riley Moss with the penalties called against him. Has Moss created a bad reputation for himself with referees and other coaches being extra watchful of his play? We hear from Moss and his thoughts on staying aggressive. The guys share their concerns with the Nuggets defensive effort last night in a loss to the Bulls.
In hour 2 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to the latest Broncos projections for their season win total, playoff odds, and more. How many games should we be expecting the Broncos to win during the regular season? What are the chances the Broncos can outlast the Colts and Patriots for the first seed in the AFC? Zach and Phil debate if Bo Nix has reached the status of "franchise quarterback" or if he has more work to do. Does Nix still need to prove he can play well consistently? Is it fair to say Nix has been a weak link for the Broncos this season? Today's "Three Count" includes the text line's reaction to the Bo Nix franchise QB debate, where the Broncos landed on many of the national outlets' power rankings, and James Franklin taking the Virginia Tech job and forgoing part of his Penn State settlement. Where are the guys at on Troy Franklin with his ups and downs this season?
Even though the Vegas odds still don't trust the Patriots and their Super Bowl odds, the way things are going the expectations for a successful season is getting further along to even AFC Championship territory.
With a one-hour show and the Patriots idle over the weekend, it was an opportunity to evaluate the rest of the NFL and what stands out are the Chiefs currently not in a playoff spot. Why do the Pats seem like the team who'd benefit the most from a postseason run without Kansas City in it? Then, it'd be better for the Pats to have to go to Denver and face the Broncos in a potential playoff matchup than have to face the Chiefs either home or away. And, through fight night in Montreal, the Bruins picked up another win and sit atop the division, but the test starts now with lots of injuries piling up.
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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour discussing the impact of Milton Williams being out of the lineup for at least 4 games after being placed on injured reserve. (10:26) We debate how difficult of an out the Patriots are within the AFC playoff picture. (21:25) The crew questions if the Patriots need more opportunities for “prove-it” wins in order to silence the easy-schedule doubters. (30:14) Zo and Beetle discuss Dave Portnoy saying the AFC is only a three team race between the Patriots, Broncos, and Bills. 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 Reiss of ESPN joins Zolak & Bertrand live from Gillette Stadium to give us his three things that could potentially hold the Patriots back. (14:39) Mike Reiss discusses with the crew if Drake Maye is the third best quarterback in the NFL already and where he ranks in the MVP conversation.(26:09) We debate who the true contenders are among the current AFC playoff teams.(35:12) Mike Reiss details what he knows about the Milton Williams injury and how the Patriots will have to rally in his absence. Plus the impact of the Ja'Marr Chase suspension.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 discussing the news that Ja'Marr Chase will be suspended for the Patriots game this Sunday for spitting on Jalen Ramsey in last week's game. (11:34) The crew questions if there is any chance the Chiefs miss the playoffs given their 5-5 start, the worst start to a season of Patrick Mahomes' career.(22:02) Cam Newton calls the Patriots success this season fools gold due to their easy schedule, but credits the Colts so far for their success. We react.(34:41) Zo and Beetle close the hour with a Thanksgiving dinner debate and discussion. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hour 1 - Jones and Keefe are onto Cincinnati! Which QB would you pick, Drake Maye or Joe Burrow and is Joe Burrow the perfect reason why you draft Will Campbell instead of an offensive threat?
Topics discussed: How Mike Vrabel responded to Cam Newton's Patriots "fool's gold" rant // Has Neemias Queta entered himself into the Celtics "team MVP" running? // Where the Patriots + QB Drake Maye rank among the league's elite // How the Patriots RB room will shape up + Milton Williams placed on IR // Patriots CB Marcus Jones diagnoses the team's lackluster red zone defense // Patriots QB Drake Maye on the meaning of Mike Vrabel's "no naps" mantra // Three Point Stance (at 2:30PM), The Drive, Afternoons Pick-Six Parlay recap, Odds and Ends + more!
Arguing for, and against, the Patriots as the best team in the AFC in 2025 // NFL analyst Mark Schlereth chooses his top team in the AFC this season // Why the recent rash of Bruins injuries has fans concerned about the future //
Hart and Fitzy declare their stances on whether the 2025 Patriots are the AFC's best team so far this season, and they debate the main reasons for, and against, the Pats being the top dog in the AFC.
Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson examine the coaching staffs from the 2001 and 2025 Patriots teams, and they debate which team had the superior group of coaches leading them.
The gutless Raiders got boat-raced by the Cowboys, and have fallen to a new low. What the hell is the plan for this Raiders team? Blow it up? Fire Pete? Where do they go from here? What if they lose to CLEVELAND?! Evan Cohen from ESPN Radio's Unsportsmanlike joins the show and gives his perspective of the terrible Raiders, and why he (a Patriots fan) thinks Tom Brady is investing his money and time in such a miserable franchise. Plus, he talks about Morales' upcoming podcast appearance with the CEO of the company, Craig Karmazin, for men's health awareness. Is LeBron possibly coming back tonight? He talked for a while at practice yesterday for the first time this season, and Sedano points out what he said about adjusting to a different role with this team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tom and Jac Brown are back to talk about the Patriots' win against the Jets on Thursday Night. Then, they play a Monsters Inc. inspired game about the AFC playoff teams.
Marsha Joiner joins Patriots with Grit to discuss her groundbreaking book, “Betrayed by Hospice – Stories from the Deathbed.” This emotional and revealing conversation exposes the hidden dangers of today's hospice industry, where families are misled and lives are cut short under the guise of “comfort care.”Don't miss this courageous discussion about truth, accountability, and how to fight back.Follow Marsha on Facebook @Murdered by hospice
Bobby addresses the question listeners keep asking: is he headed to ESPN…or is something else going on entirely? He also sits down with former NFL wide receiver Ed McCaffrey to talk about what it’s really like watching your sons play—when you’re torn between being “Dad in the stands” and “former player on the couch.” Plus, Eddie gives a long-awaited update on his seasoning business, how it’s actually going behind the scenes, and what might be coming next. Plus, Kickoff Kevin reviews Beauty & The Beast - the play - after he said he would be attending that instead of watching the Patriots game on Thursday night. Check Out Ed McCaffrey's Sauce HERE Download the DraftKings Sportsbook App today: https://dkng.co/bobbysports If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. N/A in NH/OR/ON. New customers only. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Ends 9/19/22. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. Follow the Show: @25WhistlesSports Follow the Crew: @MrBobbyBones @ProducerEddie @KickoffKevin @MikeDeestro @BrandonRayMusicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(0:00) Mazz, Paul Perillo, and Murray open the final hour with some thoughts on the Patriots win on Thursday over the Jets. Plus, the callers weigh in. (10:52) A Lightning Round of callers on all that the guys have discussed on the show. (19:01) Final thoughts, calls, and emails! Plus, The Final Word! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) The third hour of the show opens with some thoughts on how often Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions go for it on 4th down and how that relates to the Patriots. (12:51) The callers weigh in on the Patriots, Celtics, and Bruins! (22:57) Reacting to the breaking news that Cincinnati Bengals Wide Receiver Ja'Marr Chase has been suspended for Sunday's game against the Patriots. (35:04) Resetting thoughts on the Broncos taking down the Chiefs on Sunday to improve to 9-2 on the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Mazz, Paul Perillo, and Murray open the show discussing the Broncos victory over the Chiefs on Sunday and what it means for the Patriots, Broncos, and state of the AFC. (17:40) Is the Aura of the Kansas City Chiefs gone? (27:29) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed on the show. (35:59) Has there been a changing of the guard in the AFC with the Chiefs falling to 5-5 on the season? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sports Radio Personality Joe Benigno joins the program to relay his top NFL teams, including the Eagles, Rams, Patriots, Broncos, Colts, and Chiefs, and discusses the surprising performance of teams like the Bears and the Ravens. Sid and Joe touch on various NFL players and give predictions for the Super Bowl. Beyond football, they briefly discuss the New York Knicks' chances for a championship and touch on politics, specifically expressing strong support for President Trump. They conclude with reflections on recent trades involving the New York Jets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The crew open the show reacting to comments Cam Newton made about Drake Maye and the Patriots. Why is he so jealous of Maye and the NFL is really bad this year.
Hollywood and Joe take a fast-paced look around the NFL, covering all the biggest games and storylines. From the Eagles' continued winning streak to the Broncos' upset of the Chiefs, the Rams' win over the Seahawks, and the Jaguars dominating the Chargers, the guys break down the action. They also discuss how, through 11 weeks, the Patriots and Broncos sit atop the AFC — a surprising turn in the playoff race
Omar Kelly joins to break down the Dolphins' win in Spain, discussing the atmosphere, the 4th-and-goal decision, and the choice to kick first in overtime. He makes it clear he's a Tua fan while offering honest takes on the franchise, noting media debates about dysfunction and reflecting on Miami's ups and downs over the years. The hour also features a fast-paced NFL Week 11 whiparound, covering the Eagles' winning streak, the Broncos upsetting the Chiefs, Rams over Seahawks, Jaguars dominating the Chargers, and the surprising AFC standings with the Patriots and Broncos atop the conference. Plus, the guys touch on AJ Brown's disgruntled status and the broader NFL playoff picture.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand, with Marc Bertrand out, start the show recapping the biggest games from Sunday, including the Chiefs loss to the Broncos.(10:37) We debate whether the Patriots should rather the Chiefs miss the playoffs entirely or face this version of them come the playoffs. (21:23) The crew discusses Drake Maye being amongst the elite of NFL quarterbacks and our thoughts on his MVP chances following Sunday's games. (32:09) We react to the news of Patriots defensive tackle Milton Williams heading to injured reserve and the impact it will have on the defense. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Former Patriot David Andrews joins Zolak & Bertrand, with Marc Bertrand out, in-studio to give his thoughts on the Patriots Jets game from Thursday night. (11:43) David Andrews discusses the NFL slate from Week 11 with the crew and debates if there is any team the Patriots should fear in the AFC. (25:06) The crew answers your calls and reactions on everything. (34:24) We end the hour discussing JaMarr Chase possibly being suspended for spitting on Jalen Ramsey during the Bengals Steelers game on Sunday.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, with Marc Bertrand out, start the hour discussing Dan Orlovsky's top 5 QB's drafted since 2020 he would start a franchise with, Drake Maye being ranked #1. (11:23) The crew reacts to the breaking news of the Jets benching Justin Fields and starting Tyrod Taylor moving forward. (21:25) We dive into Read and React. (30:21) Zolak, McKone, and Barth end the hour discussing Nick Wright's belief that the Patriots will claim the #1 seed in the AFC and outside of the Chiefs they are the team in the AFC to beat. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brian shares his Sunday Thoughts, discussing how important this offseason is for the Red Sox, Bill Belichick's comments about potentially returning to the NFL, the Patriots' prime position to win the AFC East, and more (0:45). Then, he chats with CLNS Media's Evan Valenti about the Celtics' win over the Clippers, Boston's improved shooting, Jordan Walsh's great defense, and Jaylen Brown's excellent play (20:30). Brian then takes a listener call before he and Jamie discuss Milton Williams's ankle injury (1:04:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Evan Valenti Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jones and Keefe were not that impressed with the level of play this weekend and believe the Pats can hang with everyone in the league // How big of a loss is Milton Williams and are the Bruins back? // Does Bill Belichick have a future in the NFL? // Wha' Happened?: Week 11/Patriots TE Hunter Henry joins the show // Are the Celtics heating up after a win over the Clippers? // The Patriots remaining schedule // How can the Patriots fill the void left by the Milt Williams injury? // Takeaways from Mike Vrabel's interview on the Greg Hill Show // More on the chances of Bill Belichick returning to the NFL // Grab Bag // Clip du Jour/Crossover with WEEI Afternoon //