Podcast appearances and mentions of Ted Johnson

Stefon Diggs says the team cannot get complacent after a big win in Buffalo. Ted Johnson compares the impact that Diggs is having to what Alex Bregman did for a young Red Sox team.

Should UNC fire Bill Belichick? Will he survive the rest of the season? Ted Johnson thinks Stefon Diggs is taking on the Alex Bregman role for the Patriots.

Ted Johnson breaks down his thoughts on a huge win for the Patriots. Drake Maye's success looks effortless. Stefon Diggs has become his go-to guy. The pass rush has excelled, and the Linebackers are improving.

Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson react Alex Cora's assertion that prominent Red Sox pitchers --- including Brayan Bello, Garrett Whitlock and others --- may be available in the bullpen for the Red Sox in Game 3 against the Yankees.

NBC Sports Boston's Patriots insider Tom E. Curran joins Andy Hart, Nick Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss the season we've seen from Drake Maye and preview the big opportunity for the Pats this weekend. 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

Why Hart disagrees with Red Sox choice to stick with Narvaez in Game 2 full 734 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:51:28 +0000 yaFCaw0JE8aJGZGwNQfS7jcFfgJCwAAS mlb,boston red sox,sports WEEI Afternoons mlb,boston red sox,sports Why Hart disagrees with Red Sox choice to stick with Narvaez in Game 2 'WEEI Afternoons,' featuring Andy Hart, Nick 'Fitzy' Stevens, and former Patriots linebacker Ted Johnson, can be heard weekdays 2pm to 6pm on WEEI. Hart, a Tufts graduate, joined WEEI in 2019 after nearly two decades at Patriots.com. With WEEI he has served as the station's Patriots reporter, columnist, and co-host of the national ‘6 Rings & Football Things' podcast. Stevens is a Massachusetts native with a passion for Boston sports. He joined WEEI in the summer of 2019 and has hosted shows across every daypart at the station, including “The 6 Rings Postgame Show” with Hart after every Patriots game. Johnson joined WEEI after serving as an on-air host for The Sports Hub since 2018. Upon his retirement from the NFL in 2005, he began his professional media career at CBS Boston doing pre- and postgame shows for the Patriots. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwa

Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson share their expectations for Red Sox RHP Brayan Bello, as Bello prepares for his postseason debut on Wednesday night in The Bronx.

On today's Three Point Stance: Hart predicts a Dave Roberts-esque performance from David Hamilton, Fitzy weighs in on Stefon Diggs' return to Buffalo as a member of the Patriots, and Ted Johnson praises Alex Bregman for his continued leadership display.

ESPN's senior NFL insider, Adam Schefter, joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Ted Johnson, and Nick "Fitzy" Stevens to break down how folks inside the Patriots organization feel about Drake Maye. Plus, would the Bengals entertain trading Tee Higgins? And some intel and nuggets surrounding the Patriots and the NFL at large. 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

Former Patriot and longtime NFL QB Brian Hoyer joins Andy Hart, Ted Johnson, and Nick Stevens to break down Drake Maye's breakout season. Plus, his thoughts on Josh McDaniels' offense and the Red Sox. 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

Hour 2 - Ted Johnson reveals his game-changer from Patriots week 4. The guys pinpoint who needs to step up for the Red Sox to advance to the divisional series.

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Hart and Fitzy are joined by Former NFL Player and Host of The Stinkin' Truth Podcast, Mark Schlereth, ahead of his Patriots/Panthers color commentary assignment in Week 4. Schlereth discusses what he's seen from Drake Maye and the Pats offense during his game preparation, and recounts what it was like to face off against Patriots Head Coach Mike Vabel and our very Ted Johnson. 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

Hart and Fitzy are joined by Former NFL Player and Host of The Stinkin' Truth Podcast, Mark Schlereth, ahead of his Patriots/Panthers color commentary assignment in Week 4. Schlereth discusses what he's seen from Drake Maye and the Pats offense during his game preparation, and recounts what it was like to face off against Patriots Head Coach Mike Vabel and our very Ted Johnson. 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

Ty Law, Ted Johnson and Curtis Martin: a hell of a 1,2,3

SEGMENT - Hart and Fitzy are joined by Former NFL Player and Host of The Stinkin Truth Podcast Mark Schlereth ahead of his Patriots/Panthers color commentary assignment in Week 4. Schlereth discusses what he's seen from Drake Maye and the Pats offense during his game preperation, and recounts what it was like to face off against Patriots Head Coach Mike Vabel and our very Ted Johnson

SEGMENT - In this week's Ted Talk, Ted Johnson reacts to the Patriots week three loss to the Steelers. Ted shares his thoughts on the struggling Patriots defense, and a turnover riddled performance for Drake Maye and the Pats offense.

SEGMENT - Ted Johnson shares stories from his weekend at Gillette for his former coach, Bill Parcells, induction into the Patriots Hall of Fame.

HR2 - In today's Three Point Stance: Ted is ready to see Efton Chism over Pop Douglas, Fitzy looks towards an NFC North contender as the model for the Patriots to model themselves after. While Andy has an out of the box trade idea that would see the Patriots bring in a superstar running back. In this week's Ted Talk, Ted Johnson reacts to the Patriots week three loss to the Steelers. Ted shares his thoughts on the struggling Patriots defense, and a turnover riddled performance for Drake Maye and the Pats offense.

HR1 - Andy and Fitzy kick off today's show comparing the first three games of the Mike Vrabel era to last years Jerod Mayo led team. Hart and Fitzy are joined by Former NFL Player and Host of The Stinkin Truth Podcast Mark Schlereth ahead of his Patriots/Panthers color commentary assignment in Week 4. Schlereth discusses what he's seen from Drake Maye and the Pats offense during his game preperation, and recounts what it was like to face off against Patriots Head Coach Mike Vabel and our very Ted Johnson. Finally, the guys react to Jayson Tatum's latest round of media appearances. Tatum tells Steven A Smith on ESPN's First Take that he hasn't once said that he is not going to play in the 2025-26 season. Is Tatum setting fans up to be disappointed if he doesn't return to action?

Three-time Super Bowl champion Ted Johnson joins hosts Sam and Bobby, along with Derek Fullerton of Atlantic Behavioral Health, for a powerful conversation on recovery and redemption. Johnson reflects on his childhood struggles, the toll of concussions and painkillers, and his path to sobriety. Fullerton shares his own story of addiction and healing, and how support systems and mental health resources can change lives. Open, honest, and unforgettable—this is a kickoff you won't want to miss.

Hour 3 - The crew takes a look at where the Patriots need to improve to claim a week three win. Ted Johnson gives his top takes of the week including his thoughts on the tush push and more.

HR2 - In today's Three Point Stance: Fitzy brings up an interesting debate discussing the great coach of all time, is Jim Harbaugh on his way to being the GOAT? When watching Thursday Night Football Andy came to the realization that Josh Allen may be the most likable athlete in sports. Finally, Ted shares some thoughts on his former Head Coach Bill Parcells ahead of his induction into the Patriots Hall of Fame. Andy, Fitzy and Ted are joined by Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi ahead of the Patriots week three game against the Steelers. Mike gives his prediction on the status of Christian Gonzalez, what he expects to see from Drake Maye and the Pats offense, and more.

HR3 - The Afternoons guys kick off the third hour of today's show with Ted Johnson's keys to a Patriots victory. Ted shares what he thinks is the Patriots best path to victory against the Steelers. Andy, Fitzy, and Ted are joined by Baseball Isn't Boring's Rob Bradford ahead of the latest iteration of the biggest series of the year for the Red Sox. Is it time to panic about the Sox skid? How will Alex Cora deploy the newest stable of Sox young arms? And is Cora's job in jeopardy if the Sox miss the playoffs? Bradfo answers all that and more. The guys react to Rob Bradford's appearance on the show. Andy, Ted and Fitzy weigh in on how much blame should be placed on Alex Cora for the Sox sliding. Is tonight in Tampa with Garrett Crochet on the bump a must win for the Sox?

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Former Patriots QB Brian Hoyer joins Fitzy, Hart, and Ted Johnson to credit Josh McDaniels for tailoring the offense to Drake Maye's footwork and athleticism. He also breaks down Stefon Diggs' slot role in Miami and highlights emerging leaders like Milton Williams. 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

Former Patriots QB Brian Hoyer joins Fitzy, Hart, and Ted Johnson to credit Josh McDaniels for tailoring the offense to Drake Maye's footwork and athleticism. He also breaks down Stefon Diggs' slot role in Miami and highlights emerging leaders like Milton Williams. 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

Ted Johnson shares his thoughts on the first win of the season for the Patriots. Ted loved the game plan from Josh McDaniels and the quick decisions from Drake Maye. The defense had a good plan but failed to execute.

HR2 - In today's Three Point Stance: Andy thinks it's time to put up or shut up for Pop Douglas after a season debut saw him end with -2 receiving yards. Fitzy doesn't think that Patriots fans should lose hope just yet. While Ted gives the Pats the defensive game plan for victory on Sunday against the Dolphins. Andy, Ted and Fitzy are joined by Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi ahead of the Patriots week two matchup in Miami. Why has Christian Gonzalez taken so long to get on the field, will the Pats have the same success as the Colts against a weak Phins defense? and more.

Hart, Fitzy, and Ted give their Three-Point Stance takes of the day. Adam Schefter knows that there is an adjustment period for Drake Maye as he gets comfortable in a new offense. Ted Johnson reflects on voting to postpone NFL games after the tragedy of 9/11.

Ted Johnson gives his story on voting alongside other players to postpone NFL games after the tragedy of 9/11.

Ted Johnson breaks down every aspect of the Patriots game in this weeks Ted Talk

A new Patriots season begins with a new pregame alignment: Christian Arcand, Ted Johnson, Meghan Ottolini, and Chris Scheim. The crew open by discussing the top storylines as the season opens, as well as getting Ted's insights on his former coach Pete Carroll

Arcand & Scheim pepper Ted Johnson with a 10-pack of football questions, plus the crew sets the table for Drake Maye's second season

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here):Drake Maye joins Fitzy, Hart, and Ted Johnson on a Patriots Monday to share his thoughts on working with Josh McDaniels, his goals for year two, playoff expectations, and why he believes Bill Belichick will thrive at UNC. 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 full WEEI Afternoon Show with Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson from September 3, 2025

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here):Drake Maye joins Fitzy, Hart, and Ted Johnson on a Patriots Monday to share his thoughts on working with Josh McDaniels, his goals for year two, playoff expectations, and why he believes Bill Belichick will thrive at UNC. 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

Drake Maye joins Fitzy, Hart, and Ted Johnson on a Patriots Monday to share his thoughts on working with Josh McDaniels, his goals for year two, playoff expectations, and why he believes Bill Belichick will thrive at UNC. 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

NBC Sports Boston's Tom E. Curran joins Fitzy, Hart, and Ted Johnson to break down the Patriots' roster cuts and the Micah Parsons trade. 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

Who was Mike Vrabel calling a rat on the Patriots? Is the dysfunction within the Patriots organization? Will the Patriots make a trade before the regular season begins. Ted Johnson calls into the show!

Tom E. Curran joins Fitzy, Hart, and Ted Johnson on WEEI Afternoons to give us some insight into what the heck is going on with Stefon Diggs and his availability. Plus, Curran explains what to expect from the Patriots' offense this season, and some veteran names to keep an eye on as cut day nears. 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

Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson react to the best-case, and worst-case, scenarios for the 2025 New England Patriots season that were published by ESPN on Wednesday.

What do the Patriots need to do according to Ted Johnson

The best Patriots discussions of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Tom E. Curran breaks down the biggest storylines of training camp so far, and also takes issue with Andy Hart's take about the offensive line. Jermaine Wiggins and Ted Johnson are both feeling optimistic about the 2025 season.

The best Patriots discussions of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Tom E. Curran breaks down the biggest storylines of training camp so far, and also takes issue with Andy Hart's take about the offensive line. Jermaine Wiggins and Ted Johnson are both feeling optimistic about the 2025 season.

The best Patriots discussions of the week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons. Tom E. Curran breaks down the biggest storylines of training camp so far, and also takes issue with Andy Hart's take about the offensive line. Jermaine Wiggins and Ted Johnson are both feeling optimistic about the 2025 season.

Hart, Johnson and Bahl discuss their main takeaways from the Patriots' training camp practice on Tuesday (7/29), and Ted shares the reasons why he left Tuesday feeling optimistic.

On this week's edition of Take Two-sday, Ted Johnson revisits his take on the Red Sox record coming out of the All-Star break, and shares a more optimistic tone about the team heading into a pivotal trade deadline.

Topics discussed: Tom E. Curran calls out Andy Hart for his Pats offensive line pessimism // Drake Maye underwhelms in Tuesday's Patriots training camp practice // Patriots G Cole Strange talks with Andy Hart + Ted Johnson // Red Sox manager Alex Cora on his team's plans at the trade deadline // Ted Johnson's optimistic takeaways from Tuesday's Patriots training camp // Three Point Stance, The Drive, Take Two-sday + more

Andy Hart and Ted Johnson catch up with Patriots' offensive lineman Cole Strange following Day 6 of Patriots Training Camp. 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

Joe Milton should have not said anything about Drake Maye but have been grateful for the opportunity

Ted Johnson at training camp gets interview with LB Christian Elliss