Podcast appearances and mentions of Ted Johnson

Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson hear from callers, all of whom weigh in on our Shohei Ohtani conversation with their own greatest athletes of all-time.

Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson each select a position group on the Patriots that is in most need of improvement at the 2025 NFL Trade Deadline, and they defend their opinions against the other two hosts.

Ted Johnson agrees with the Pats letting White go // Tossing the idea around of getting rid of the intentional walk in baseball // Who is the best 2 sport player ever? //

On today's edition of The Drive, Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson react to Mark Schlereth's thoughts on the Patriots' chances to compete for a Super Bowl, and they revisit Brian Hoyer's view on the room for growth that Drake Maye and Josh McDaniels have in front of them this season.

Hart, Fitzy and Ted Johnson nominate their first half (non-QB) Most Valuable Players on the 2025 New England Patriots, and they identify players that need to improve in the back half of the regular season.

Three Point Stance: World Series Game 3, Justin Fields + Bruins buy-in // Week 8 "Ted Talk": Ted breaks down Josh McDaniels' 2nd half adjustments // Ted Johnson is "swag-less" //

In the final hour of the 6 Rings Postgame Show, Fitzy and Hart are joined by WEEI Afternoons co-host Ted Johnson, who shares his thoughts on the victory. Andy delivers his thumbs-up/thumbs-down take. The guys then look ahead to next week's matchup against the Atlanta Falcons and the NFL Trade Deadline that follows Week 9. 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

HR3 - In the final hour of the 6 Rings Postgame Show Fitzy and Hart continue to break down the Patriots 32-13 win over the Cleveland Browns. The guys are joined by their WEEI Afternoons co-host Ted Johnson to give his thoughts on the Pats win, and Andy gives his thumbs up, thumbs down from the win. Finally, Andy and Fitzy look ahead to next week's matchup against the Atlanta Falcons and the subsequent NFL Trade Deadline that follows Week 9 matchups.

The most important part of a football team according to Ted Johnson

Why this weekend's Patriots game has the chance to become a trap game // Patriots' OC Josh McDaniels on Drake Maye's sliding, Diggs' hands + more // Bruins players are freely admitting how bad things are // Three Point Stance: Jaylen Brown Day, World Series + UNC-UVA this weekend // NFL Networks' Mike Giardi joins, gets aboard the Maye hype train // How are the the Pats going to slow down Miles Garrett? // Ted Johnson shares what to watch for in Patriots game against the Browns // Reacting to ESPN's top Patriots trade targets ahead of the '25 deadline // Celtics-Knicks preview + How Ted Johnson went from surfer to linebacker // The Drive: Josh McDaniels on Myles Garrett + Bruins futility grows // Afternoons Pick-Six: Picking winners against the spread for NFL Week 8 // Odds and Ends: Our official predictions for Patriots-Browns in Week 8 //

Ted Johnson shares what to watch for in Patriots game against the Browns // Reacting to ESPN's top Patriots trade targets ahead of the '25 deadline // Celtics-Knicks preview + How Ted Johnson went from surfer to linebacker //

Ted Johnson shares what to watch for in Patriots game against the Browns

Ted Talk: An eager Ted Johnson needs to weigh in on Pats/Titans

NBC Sports Boston Patriots insider Tom E. Curran joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss what he's hearing with the NFL trade deadline less than two weeks away, discuss where Drake Maye ranks in the quarterback hierarchy, preview this Sunday's matchup with the Browns, 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 guys chat about how bizarre the Bill and Jordon drama is // Bill and Jordon turn their guns on NFL Films, which Bill once loved // Ted says the Pats' pass rush isn't as good as people think //

Boston Sports Journal's Mike Giardi joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss whether or not Drake Maye is a legitimate MVP candidate, how the Patriots can get the run game going, some names to watch as the trade deadline looms, and preview Sunday's game against the Titans. 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 10/16/25 HR1 - Andy and Fitzy open today's show breaking down the Patriots matchup in Tennessee. Despite having the clear talent advantage over a reeling Titans team fresh off of firing their head coach, can the young Pats team block out the noise surrounding Mike Vrabel's return to Tennessee and take care of business? The guys are joined by former Bruins goalie and current NESN analyst ahead of the B's opening up a West Coast trip tonight in Vegas. Razor discusses how sustainable the Bruins hot start is, if David Pastrnak is destined to become the next captain, and more. HR2 - In today's Three Point Stance: Andy offers an alternative Super Bowl Halftime Show for the NFL to consider, Ted thinks the Patriots' defense is being overrated by fans and media alike, citing the pass rush as one area of concern. While Fitzy reacts to an ESPN trade deadline preview and a Patriots deal that he thinks makes sense for both sides. The guys are joined by NBC Sports Boston's Tom E. Curran, does Tom agree with Ted that the Pats defense is more of a concern than people think, is the Pats lead in the AFC East sustainable, and more. HR3 - Andy, Fitzy, and Ted discuss Stefon Diggs and how he has taken on an unexpected leadership role on the Patriots roster. Has the WR, who's been known for diva antics, turned a corner or are the Patriots eventually going to see the other side of their star WR? The guys power rank each facet of the game for the Patriots discussing where they think the Pats are the strongest and weakest. Where do the guys see the biggest weaknesses on this Patriots team? Finally, the guys get into a discussion about Joe Mazzulla making the media members play the coaching staff in a 5v5 bludgeoning. Did Mazzulla go too far? Dan Bahl certainly thinks so HR4 - Andy, Fitzy, and Ted revisit the hottest stories of the day in The Drive, can the Patriots block out the noise in Tennessee? Is David Pastrnak the heir apparent to the Bruin's captaincy? Finally, is TreyVeon Henderson the key to unlocking the struggling Patriots run game? the guys discuss Pablo Torre's latest Belichick report tease that could change college sports permanently in Odds & Ends

Tom E. Curran joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss whether Drake Maye can sustain his MVP-level play, how the Patriots can get the run game going, his biggest area of concern for the team, 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

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): Fitzy and Hart break down the Patriots' 25-19 win over the Saints in New Orleans. They're joined by WEEI Afternoons co-host Ted Johnson, who shares his biggest takeaways from the game. Plus, Andy delivers his weekly "Thumbs Ups, Thumbs Downs," and more.

Fitzy and Hart break down the Patriots' 25-19 win over the Saints in New Orleans. They're joined by WEEI Afternoons co-host Ted Johnson, who shares his biggest takeaways from the game. Plus, Andy delivers his weekly "Thumbs Ups, Thumbs Downs," 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

HR3 - Fitzy and Hart continue to recap the Patriots 25-19 victory in New Orleans over the Saints. The guys are joined by their WEEI Afternoons co-host Ted Johnson who gives his biggest takeaways from the game, Andy gives his 'Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down' for the week, and more

Tom E. Curran joins Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to double down on his bold take: the Patriots should be 10-3 at their bye week. He also breaks down why avoiding injuries is crucial for an offense with limited depth — and explains why Stefon Diggs has proven he can be the Patriots' true number one receiver. 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

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.

Former Patriot and longtime NFL quarterback Brian Hoyer joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to break down what's behind Drake Maye's success. Plus, his thoughts on Stefon Diggs' leadership on the field, why the Patriots should be able to take care of business against the Saints, 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

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

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.

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

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.

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?

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.

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.