Every football Sunday, 98.5 The Sports Hub's Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle get you ready for kickoff around the National Football League with two hours of in-depth analysis, guests, and more. Sundays during the football season from 8am-10am right here on 98.5 The Sports Hub and on-demand at 985thesportshub.com or wherever you get your podcasts.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the show by discussing the Shedeur Sanders sweepstakes that took place during the NFL Draft. (13:24) Questioning if there are still any holes on the Patriots roster. (25:48) Discussing how the Patriots have significantly improved their offensive line.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off this week’s edition of The Sunday Kickoff show by questioning if the Patriots set the foundation of their team for years to come in the 2025 NFL Draft. (12:36) Discussing what impact TreVeyon Henderson will have on the Patriots. (26:31) Questioning if the Patriots drafted any standout players on Day 3. (34:31) Debating if any UDFA’s may stick on the Patriots roster.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff Show by doing a top 10 mock draft. (16:14) Questioning where Shedeur Sanders may fall in the draft.. (24:20) Debating what will be the biggest surprises will be on draft night.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing if the Patriots draft plans have started to become more clear. (13:11) Questioning if there are any prospects the Patriots should avoid. (21:57) Discussing how likely it is that the Patriots will trade back in the NFL Draft. (36:33) Discussing how the QB market will play out in the draft.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by listing some pro’s and con’s of the top prospects in the draft. (18:12) Looking at potential running back options for the Patriots in the draft. (30:16) Questioning if Adam Vinatieri should be a lock for the Patriots hall of fame.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by questioning if the Patriots will look to trade down in the draft with the Saints. (13:41) Could the Patriots trade up in the draft? (27:07) Should the Patriots be out on any prospects in the draft?
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle kickoff the second hour reacting to the Joe Milton trade to the Dallas Cowboys. (10:06) Barth and Battle give their thoughts on Bill Parcells being inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame and describe his legacy here in New England. (19:06) Alex and Cerrone close out the show with a lightning round of callers, as they comment on all topics discussed in today's show including: more Patriots draft speculation, Parcells and his contributions to the Patriots and ...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle kickoff the show analyzing the media rounds from Patriots HC Mike Vrabel over the past week, particularly his thoughts on the Offensive Line. Are the Patriots gearing up to draft a LT in the 1st round? (15:43) Barth and Battle follow-up on the Colorado Pro Day and continue their discussion on the Patriots Draft. Would Abdul Carter being off the board be a good thing? (29:04) Barth and Battle break down Vrabel's commentary on the Running Back position and whet...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing Will Campbell’s arm length. (15:13) Should the Patriots draft Will Campbell, regardless of who's left on the board? (27:14) Questioning which players the Patriots may target outside of the first round.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing free agent Stefon Diggs signing with the Patriots. (15:20) Questioning if the Patriots should be done adding veteran receivers. (25:49) Discussing how Stefon Diggs will improve the intensity of the Patriots WR room. (36:44) Reacting to the Patriots cutting linebacker Ja’Whaun Bentley.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by questioning what the Patriots will do at left tackle. (11:36) Looking at the proposed rule changes in the NFL. (24:23) Discussing who is the best WR in the draft outside of the first round.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the Sunday Kickoff Show by questioning if the Patriots should actually be in on Stefon Diggs. (13:30) Debating if there is an actual risk when it comes to signing Stefon Diggs. (23:50) Discussing if there will be two QBs picked ahead of the Patriots in the draft. (40:02) What might the Patriots strategize in the back half of the draft?
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle begin Hour #2 by analyzing Morgan Moses comments from Thursday's introductory press conference. They share their thoughts on the Patriots lack of approach on offense. They also continue to discuss the WR Market - who's available still and the pro's and con's with each. (12:07) Barth and Battle react to the surprising news of the week, following the release of 2x Super Bowl Champion Center, David Andrews. The duo highlight the illustrious career of David Andre...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle begin the show reacting to a slew of free agent signings made by the New England Patriots, mostly on defense. Barth states that the Patriots' approach this offseason seems to be a more focused approach compared to other years. (12:57) Barth and Battle break down the headliner signing in DT, Milton Williams. Will Williams shine in an elevated role on the defensive line in New England? (27:23) Barth and Battle react to the Carlton Davis signing. Barth breaks do...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Barth kick off Hour #2 of the show playing some "Pick 'Em" - QB Carousel Edition (9:26) Barth and Battle take a look at the Patriots internal free agents. They decipher which players they'd rather retain and which players they project to be headed elsewhere. (20:27) Alex and Cerrone continue the Patriots offseason discussion. How will free agency impact their thinking for the NFL draft?
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle begin a Spring Forward Edition of the Sunday Kickoff answering the question: What's the right approach for the Patriots in free agency - Quality vs Quantity? (14:50) Barth and Battle continue the discussion on the Patriots' offseason. What should positions should the Patriots be prioritizing? (28:22) Alex and Cerrone react to comments made by Daniel Jeremiah regarding DK Metcalf and the Patriots. (39:31) The duo close out the first hour by taking a look at so...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing some risers and fallers at the NFL Combine. (15:40) Reacting to the Patriots reportedly not caring about Will Campbell’s arm length. (27:14) Questioning if Travis Hunter could fall to the Patriots at the 4th overall pick.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the Sunday Kickoff show by recapping the NFL Combine. (17:40) Questioning if the Patriots will actually be aggressive this offseason. (26:16) Debating if the Patriots will re-sign any defensive free agents this offseason. (36:51) Reacting to Bill Belichick being on the Hard Knocks: Offseason Edition
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff Show by questioning if the Patriots should target Travis Hunter? (11:31) Discussing what the Patriots should do if Tee Higgins gets franchised tagged by Bengals. (22:50) Who should be the main targets in free agency for the Patriots. (36:15) Wrapping up the show.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing Mike Vrabel speaking for the first time in a while at the NFL combine. (13:00) Discussing which prospects that fans should keep an eye on this week. (24:41) Making the point on how Will Campbell’s arm length will determine what position he’ll play in the NFL. (38:39) Discussing the importance of the 40 yard dash.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by diving into Alex's mock draft for the Patriots. (8:42) Questioning how the Patriots should evaluate Travis Hunter. (19:57) Debating if the Patriots should consider trading down. (34:02) Wrapping up the show.
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the Sunday Kickoff Show by looking at the big picture outlook of the Patriots. (11:09) Discussing how realistic the chances are that the Patriots make a run at free agent Tee Higgins. (23:53) Questioning if the Patriots should focus on the line play in the trenches this offseason. (34:10) Recapping the Super Bowl from last week.
(0:00) Pick 'Em: Super Bowl LIX Edition - Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff Show by going through different prop bets during Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles and making their picks. The definitive Super Bowl LIX Preview. (13:49) Barth & Battle break down the voting process for NFL Awards & Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Barth evaluates the process and goes off on the interpretation of "Most Valuable Player" aft...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle open up this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff Show breaking down the lead up into Super Bowl LIX between the Chiefs-Eagles. With the Patriots coaching staff finalized, Barth & Battle analyze the difference between this year's coaching staff versus last year's coaching staff. (14:50) What should the Patriots prioritize in the 2025 offseason in terms of player acquisiton? - Barth & Battle discuss their approach to the offseason. (24:52) Barth & ...
(0:00) Alex Barth & Cerrone Battle go through the different players projected at the top of the 2025 NFL Draft and which players they'd rather have the Patriots select. Is there any wrong options? (10:06) Barth & Battle take another trip down memory lane and ask: Is Adam Vinatieri worthy of the NFL Hall of Fame? Barth & Battle both make their cases. Rodney Harrison gets an honorable mention. (23:12) Drake Maye gets named as a Pro Bowl "alternate" - Is Drake Maye down there recruiting...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle open up this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by offering their thoughts on the breaking overnight news in the NBA regarding the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade. Barth & Battle get back to the NFL, breaking down the top part of the NFL Draft. Which players should the Patriots be targeting? (14:39) Senior Bowl Standouts. Barth & Battle give their perspective on yesterday's Senior Bowl. Which players helped their case for the Patriots? (27:49) ...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff Show by picking which team’s they think will cover the spread in the AFC/NFC Conference Championship games. (9:19) Barth & Battle react to DK Metcalf's comments on New England as a destination. They discuss how to change the perception on New England as a viable/attractive location for potential free agent targets. (20:36) Scouting the Senior Bowl for emerging NFL draft prospects to close out the show....
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle open up this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing the Josh McDaniels hire as Patriots' Offensive Coordinator and his potential impact on the offense and the offensive players. (14:58) Terrell Williams has been named as the new Defensive Coordinator for the Patriots. Barth & Battle give their perspective on the latest coaching staff hire for the Patriots. (26:29) Which players will benefit the most from the new coaching staff and the Mik...
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle start off the second hour of the Sunday Kickoff show by picking which team’s they think will cover the spread in the NFL divisional round of the playoffs. (15:30) Discussing Mike Vrabel having final say over the Patriots roster, and questioning if he can make the Patriots a destination. (26:57) Questioning what the Patriots should prioritize this offseason. (40:44) Wrapping up the show....
(0:00) Alex Barth and Cerrone Battle open up this week’s edition of the Sunday Kickoff show by discussing the new look Patriots with Mike Vrabel as the head coach. (12:22) Questioning if the Patriots should hire Josh McDaniels again to be the Patriots offensive coordinator. (26:33) Discussing some potential options for the Patriots defensive coordinator. (35:41) Previewing the prospects that Patriots fans should want in the college football national championship game....
