Brian starts with a couple thoughts on whether Jerod Mayo could be on the hot seat, then discusses reports that Bill Belichick may be headed to college football as the head coach at North Carolina (0:55). Then, he chats with SoxProspects.com’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s offseason, which players the team is targeting, potential trades, the team’s farm system, and more (20:20). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the NBA Cup and 'Monday Night Football.’ (1:13:00) We want to hear from you! Leave...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Brian gives out his Sunday thoughts on Bill Belichick, the Sox, and more (0:45). Then, Brian chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the Celtics’ weekend, including a win against the Bucks and a loss to the Grizzlies (17:00). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the College Football Playoff bracket (1:06:50). 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 [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsi...
Dec 08, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Brian looks back at other great athletes that didn’t have a good enough supporting cast and discusses whether Drake Maye could be in for a similar fate (1:00). Then, Brian hits some quick notes on the Celtics continuing their winning ways, the Bruins turning things around, and some optimism around the Sox’s offseason (37:25). Then, Brian and Jamie answer some listener emails and give out their best bets for Week 14 in the NFL (55:55). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listen...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Brian discusses the Celtics’ win over the Heat on Monday night and the benefits of Joe Mazzulla’s intense, competitive mindset (0:45). Then, Brian talks to three-time Super Bowl champ Ted Johnson about the questions surrounding the Patriots’ coaching staff, who on the staff might not survive the offseason, the team’s incredibly leaky defense, Drake Maye’s bright future, and more (20:10). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the Sox's signing of receiver Aroldis Chapman (54:45). We want to h...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Brian breaks down another frustrating loss from the Pats before he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about how the Pats let the game slip away, Drake Maye’s strong performance, and more (1:00). Then, Brian recaps the Celtics' loss to the Cavaliers, who they are chasing in the Eastern Conference standings (38:00). Brian ends with some listener calls, before he and producer Jamie offer up some final thoughts on the C's and Pats (57:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a mess...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Brian starts the pod by listing three things he’s thankful for in the Boston sports scene (0:55). Then, he speaks with NBC Sports’ Tom Giles about Patriots vs. Colts, Anthony Richardson vs. Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo’s future with the Patriots, Kristaps Porzingis’s impact on the Celtics, and more (14:35). Then, Brian and Jamie discuss the packed week in sports before giving out their best bets for Week 13 (52:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. ...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Brian chats with CLNS Media’s Evan Valenti about Kristaps Porzingis’s return to the court and how special this Celtics team really is (0:40). Then, Brian details all of the issues surrounding Jerod Mayo and why he has struggled so much in his first season as the head coach of the Pats (48:15). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Mayo and the Red Sox’s offseason plans (1:19:45). 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 m...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 51 min
Brian talks to three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots' brutal loss to the Dolphins, which featured a slew of penalties, mental mistakes, coaching lapses, and more (0:45). Then, Brian recaps the Celtics' win over the Timberwolves on Sunday, including a barrage of 3-pointers from the C’s (12:50). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Patriots’ shaky coaching, front office, and ownership and whether the team can properly maximize Drake Maye’s talent (35:20). We want to hear from...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Brian looks at the numbers from the Celtic's big win over the Cavaliers on Tuesday night, and the impact Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have on the team’s offense (0:45). Then, he chats with NESN’s Lou Merloni about Sam Kennedy’s promising comments about the Red Sox’s offseason plan, Juan Soto’s future, the top pitching targets, and more (15:30). Brian and Jamie end with a look at Pats-Dolphins and their best bets for Week 11 in the NFL (1:04:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message o...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 37 min
Brian discusses the Celtics' impressive win over the previously unbeaten Cavaliers, Jayson Tatum’s incredible game, a vintage effort from Al Horford, and more (0:35). Then, Brian details Jim Montgomery’s rocky season with the Bruins, why the team made a change, and whether he deserves the blame for the Bruins’ lackluster season so far (27:50). Then, Brian chats with MassLive’s Chris Mason about the Pats and Drake Maye's and Jerod Mayo’s first seasons (43:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting abou...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 31 min
Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the Patriots’ loss to the Rams, Drake Maye going toe-to-toe with Matthew Stafford, some more questionable coaching decisions from Jerod Mayo, college football, and more (0:45). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics’ too-close-for-comfort win over the Raptors on Saturday and why they’re giving up so many points in the paint in these games (37:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Pats and talk about Maye’s bright future ...
Nov 17, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ start to the season, Jayson Tatum’s place among the top players in the NBA, the incredible 3-point shooting from the C’s, their biggest rivals in the East, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their top picks for Week 11 (47:15). 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 [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gamin...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 30 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ loss to the Hawks (their worst of the season), including some of their critical mistakes (1:00). Then, Brian discusses some Red Sox free agent news involving Juan Soto, Nick Pivetta, and some of the other top pitchers on the market (17:00). After, Brian chats with the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots’ improvement in recent weeks, reassessing the Pats’ coaching staff, Drake Maye’s effect on the rest of the team, Kayshon Boutte’s development, and more (35:40)....
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Brian talks to three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ upset win over the Bears, Drake Maye’s game compared to Caleb Williams, the Pats’ stout defense, and more (0:35). Then, Brian breaks down the Celtics’ win over the Bucks, and Jayson Tatum’s impressive MVP-type start to the season (35:40). Brian ends with some listener calls, and he and producer Jamie chat about the day in Boston sports (1:01:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 31 min
Brian talks to NFL Media’s Eric Edholm about Drake Maye’s promising rookie season, assessing the Patriots’ draft class, Pats vs. Bears, and the rookie QB showdown between Maye and Caleb Williams (0:45). Then, Brian breaks down some Celtics stats and Neemias Queta’s impact on the team (39:10). Brian and Jamie end with the best bets for NFL Week 10, and some more thoughts on Maye vs. Williams (47:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us ...
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 16 min
Brian chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the Celtics’ loss to the Warriors at home, the Steve Kerr–Jayson Tatum drama, Derrick White’s All-Star case, the Brian Scalabrine–Kendrick Perkins beef, and more (0:45). Then, Brian discusses the Red Sox’s offseason plans, and the Bruins’ shutout loss to the Maple Leafs (32:00). Finally, Brian answers a listener call before he and Jamie wrap with some final thoughts on the game and sports media (50:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a me...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ overtime loss to the Titans, including some spectacular plays from Drake Maye, including a last-second, game-tying touchdown, the Patriots inability to run the ball and stop the run, a lack of production from the team’s wide receivers, the upcoming trade deadline, and more (0:50). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics' back-to-back wins in Charlotte and the drama surrounding former Celtic Grant Williams's flagrant foul on J...
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Brian gives some quick thoughts on Mookie Betts's third title win, and looks back at one of the worst trades in Red Sox history (1:00). Then, he speaks with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about Drake Maye’s promising career start, whether or not he'll play Sunday after last week’s concussion, Ja'Lynn Polk and the rest of the Pats’ underwhelming receiving corps, the upcoming matchup with the Titans, and more (12:00). Brian and Jamie later end with some leftover World Series thoughts, their best bets o...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 25 min
Brian details the Celtics’ overtime loss to the Pacers, Neemias Queta’s unsung performance, how the Celtics will bounce back, and more (0:30). Then, he discusses a disappointing start to the Bruins’ season, and whether they have enough talent to truly be competitive this year (29:30). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about some new eyebrow-raising comments from Joe Mazzulla (35:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for...
Oct 31, 2024•52 min
Brian chats with CLNS’s Evan Valenti about the Celtics' win over the Bucks, Payton Pritchard’s stellar game, this year’s team compared to last year’s, and more (1:00). Brian and Jamie close the show with some odds and ends, including the Patriots trading edge rusher Joshua Uche (1:00:20). 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 [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please vis...
Oct 29, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ upset win over the Jets in Foxborough, the team responding to Jerod Mayo’s challenge, Drake Maye’s injury, potential trades at the deadline, and more (1:00). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics, who beat the Pistons on Saturday night (17:55). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls on the Patriots’ win (37:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us you...
Oct 28, 2024•52 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ easy win over the Wizards, as well as the Bruins’ third straight loss (1:00). Then, he chats with Mad Dog Sports’ Adam Schein about the upcoming Pats-Jets game, what has gone wrong for the Jets this season, the new lows for the Pats, and the upcoming Yankees-Dodgers World Series (29:40). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 8 (1:00:10). 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 ma...
Oct 25, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Brian details an impressive Celtics win over the Knicks on the night they raised banner 18 into the rafters at the Garden (1:00). Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Nick ‘Fitzy’ Stevens about the Patriots’ tough season, Bill Belichick’s eyebrow-raising comments this week about the team, whether Jerod Mayo is in over his head, and more (36:10). Then, Brian takes a few listener calls, before he and Jamie close out the show with some final thoughts on the Celtics’ win (1:15:40). We want to hear from you...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Brian discusses another tough loss for the Patriots in London against the Jaguars and the mounting scrutiny surrounding the Pats coaching staff (0:30). Then, he chats with James White about the loss, the growing disconnect between the players and the coaches, Drake Maye’s solid performance, and more (32:20). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and commiserate about the Pats (47:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questio...
Oct 20, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Brian discusses the latest Patriots news, including growing fractures between the coaching staff and the players as well as a preview of the Pats’ upcoming game against the Jaguars in London (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about some top predictions and thoughts about the upcoming Celtics season, including some bullish Payton Pritchard predictions and who might be the C’s top competition in the East (16:25). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about Tom Brady’s ownership sta...
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 52 min
Brian chats with the Boston Herald’s Zack Cox about the Celtics’ preseason thus far before moving on to the Pats and Drake Maye’s debut last Sunday, Jerod Mayo’s comments on the roster, an assessment of the Patriots receivers, and more (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Bruins’ first week of the season, as the team has gone 2-2-0 (35:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and discuss some recent NFL trades and Bill Belichick’s comments on the 'ManningCast.' (47:10) We want to hear from you! L...
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ blowout loss to the Jaguars, Drake Maye’s promising debut, some explosive plays on offense, what’s causing the Pats’ shaky run defense, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie offer up some last thoughts on Maye’s first start (26:25). 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 [email protected]. ...
Oct 13, 2024•57 min
Brian chats with The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about Drake Maye’s much-anticipated start on Sunday versus the Texans, how the Patriots’ offensive scheme will highlight Maye’s strengths, which Patriots receiver will benefit most from the rookie QB’s presence, and whether the Pats have a chance versus Houston (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their best bets for Week 6 and discuss the MLB playoffs (48:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7...
Oct 10, 2024•1 hr 29 min
Brian discusses the news that Drake Maye will start at quarterback for the Pats this Sunday and why the team decided to make the change (1:00). Then, he details the Bruins’ opening-night loss to the Panthers and why it was such a disappointing start to the season (19:55). Next, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about 'The Boston Globe Story of the Celtics,' his new book about the history of the franchise and its different eras. They also remember Red Sox great Luis Tiant (34:00). Brian ...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Brian breaks down the Patriots’ ugly loss to the Dolphins, some sloppy play across the board, bad coaching decisions from Jerod Mayo and his staff, and when we might see Drake Maye in at quarterback (0:55). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics’ preseason games against the Nuggets in Abu Dhabi, as well as Jeremy Swayman’s new contract with the Bruins (27:50). Brian and Jamie end with a couple listener calls on the Celtics and Pats (41:35). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the liste...
Oct 06, 2024•1 hr 3 min
