Brian chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about the USA’s electric win over Canada in the 4 Nations hockey tournament on Saturday night, the Red Sox’s potential lineup, grades for the C’s starters at the all-star break, and more (0:35). Brian and Jamie wrap up with some final thoughts on the 4 Nations tournament, and the upcoming final at TD Garden (1:10:10). 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 mailbag at off...
Feb 16, 2025•1 hr 23 min
Brian chats with The Sports Hub’s Joe Murray about the Red Sox signing Alex Bregman and how that changes the outlook for the upcoming season, plus Garrett Crochet and a possible contract extension, the Bruins at the break, the NFL offseason, and more (0:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Bregman news and a brief chat about the upcoming Celtics docuseries (54:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for ...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Brian starts by discussing the Eagles’ Super Bowl victory, and lessons the Patriots can learn from their success (0:45). Then, he chats with NBC Sports’ Tom Giles about the Celtics’ strong play as of late, Tom Brady’s Super Bowl call, Jayson Tatum’s magnificence, Jrue Holiday’s stamina down the stretch, and more (26:50). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Celtics, and talk about the latest Red Sox offseason buzz (51:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listene...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 16 min
Brian shares his takeaways from the Celtics’ beatdown of the Knicks in MSG, including why he is confident in the Celtics’ chances in a potential playoff matchup with the Knicks, Jayson Tatum’s stellar play, Derrick White as a bellwether for the team, and why the Celts are set up with Tatum for years to come (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the Patriots (50:35). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your question...
Feb 09, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Brian recaps the Celtics' loss to the Mavericks on Thursday night and where things went wrong (0:45). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Zach Kram about the NBA trade deadline, the big trades across the league, how they affect both conferences, and where Cooper Flagg could end up (22:50). Brian and Jamie end with their picks and best bets for the Super Bowl (1:01:40). 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 ...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 26 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the top-seeded Cavaliers to run their win streak to four games in a row (0:45). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the Super Bowl, the Chiefs dynasty, their favorite prop bets, and more (28:20). Brian ends with some thoughts on the Pats, and Myles Garrett and Cooper Kupp, who are both on the NFL trading block (53:00). 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 mailb...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 16 min
Brian starts by discussing the shocking trade sending Luka Doncic to the Lakers before emphasizing how important the upcoming NFL draft is for the rebuilding Patriots (0:45). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Justin Verrier about the big trades around the NBA, the Celtics’ comeback win over the 76ers on Sunday night, and the biggest threats to the Celtics across the league (30:30). Brian and Jamie end with an email about college basketball in New England (1:01:25). We want to hear from you! Le...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Bulls on Wednesday night, Kristaps Porzingis’ big game, Jalen Brown’s increased scoring in the paint, and more (0:45). Then, Brian chats with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about the Patriots’ beefed up coaching staff, and they both share their offseason wishlists for the team (27:15). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the Pats’ draft pick, and the coaching staff (59:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 22 min
Brian talks to the Boston Herald’s Zack Cox about the Celtics’ frustrating inconsistencies, which were on display in their loss to the Rockets on Monday night. They also talk about the differences between this year’s team and last year’s, Jayson Tatum’s slump, who might buy the Celtics, and more (0:45). Then, Brian discusses the Patriots’ latest coaching hires and what he thinks of them (41:00). Brian ends with some listener calls before he and Jamie compare the Chiefs’ current run to the Patrio...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 28 min
Brian gives out his Sunday Thoughts including Derrick White’s return to form for the Celtics, Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye’s partnership, David Pastrnak’s underrated season for the Bruins, and more (0:45). Then, Brian answers a listener call before he and Jamie discuss the Red Sox’s offseason (42:10). 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 mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming....
Jan 26, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Brian chats with friend of the pod Kevin Hench about the Celtics' disappointing loss to the Lakers on Thursday night, and why they’ve struggled so much as of late. Then, they discuss the Pats hiring Mike Vrabel and what they will do with the no. 4 pick in the NFL draft, before quickly hitting on the Red Sox and Bruins (0:45). Then, Brian discusses whether the Red Sox should sign free agent Alex Bregman, and the Bruins win over Ottawa on Thursday (33:15). Brian and Jamie end with the best bets fo...
Jan 24, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Brian talks about the Patriots bringing Josh McDaniels back as offensive coordinator, recaps the Celtics' blowout win over the Warriors on MLK Day, and previews their West Coast road trip (0:35). Then, Brian chats with NFL Media’s Eric Edholm about the Pats’ offseason needs, the top players in the upcoming draft, how this draft class compares with those of other recent years, and a preview of the championship games this coming weekend (39:55). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the college footba...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 22 min
Brian opens by looking at the Patriots and how close they are to competing for the playoffs with a promising young QB and a new head coach (0:35). Then, he talks to CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the scuffling Celtics, Kristaps Porzingis’s return to the starting lineup, whether the C’s will be able to right the ship in time for the playoffs, and more (23:30). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Red Sox’s offseason (1:12:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the li...
Jan 19, 2025•1 hr 28 min
Brian discusses the Celtics’ continued slump after they lost to the lowly Raptors on Wednesday night (0:35). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Julian McWilliams about the Red Sox’s offseason, what to expect from the Sox’s new ace Garrett Crochet, Jarren Duran’s future with the team, the Triston Casas trade rumors, where free agent Alex Bregman may end up, and more (19:00). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets and picks for the NFL divisional round (1:07:35). We want to hear from you! Le...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 31 min
Brian discusses the reasons behind the Celtics’ current slump and whether the players are simply tired (1:00) before getting to some Red Sox thoughts following Fenway Fest (26:15). Then, Brian chats with Boston.com’s Khari Thompson about the Mike Vrabel hiring, potential offensive coordinator candidates, the ceiling for the franchise now with Vrabel and Drake Maye, and more (33:30). Brian and Jamie end with a few listener emails on the Patriots (1:03:35). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a ...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 31 min
Brian reacts to the news that the Patriots have hired Mike Vrabel as their next head coach and discusses what Vrabel will bring to the organization, the head coaching search, why the Krafts went with Vrabel over Ben Johnson, and more (1:00). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on Vrabel, and comparing the Pats and Red Sox’s ownerships (31:20). 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 offthepike@gma...
Jan 12, 2025•51 min
Brian discusses the Patriots’ head coach search, and looks at the top two candidates: Mike Vrabel and Ben Johnson (1:00). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ season so far, Jayson Tatum’s incredible year, whether the Celtics are the favorites to win the title, a much improved Eastern Conference, and more (22:10). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for the NFL’s wild-card weekend (1:08:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at ...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 31 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Nuggets on Tuesday, and the Bruins’ continued slump (1:00). Then, he chats with Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald about the end of Jerod Mayo’s tenure as head coach of the Patriots, Robert Kraft’s record since the end of the Tom Brady era, potential head coach candidates, and more (25:00). Brian and Jamie end with a couple listener emails on the Pats, and talk about the Red Sox’s offseason (1:12:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 32 min
Brian breaks down the news that the Patriots are moving on from Jerod Mayo after one season as head coach, and then discusses the Celtics' loss to the Thunder, including a terrible second half from the C’s (1:00). Then, Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Mayo news, the Pats losing the no. 1 pick in the draft, and Joe Milton III’s debut at quarterback (44:35). Brian ends with some listener calls, before he and producer Jamie offer some final thoughts on a tough Pat...
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 36 min
Brian discusses whether the Patriots will actually start Drake Maye on Sunday, with the no. 1 pick in the NFL draft on the line, and why they desperately need that pick (1:00). Then, he chats with CLNS’ Evan Valenti about the Celtics' exciting win over the Timberwolves and Jayson Tatum’s incredible game (18:35). Brian and Jamie end with their Week 18 best bets, the upcoming NFL playoffs, and the College Football Playoff (1:08:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener l...
Jan 03, 2025•1 hr 35 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ blowout win over the Raptors on Tuesday and the Bruins' loss to the Capitals (1:00). Then, Brian chats with the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots as they enter the final week of the regular season, whether Drake Maye will start Sunday, evaluating Jerod Mayo's and Eliot Wolf’s first years, and more (22:00). Brian and Jamie end with a few listener emails about the Pats (1:08:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-71...
Dec 31, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ blowout loss to the Chargers, Eliot Wolf’s roster building struggles, players’ morale as the team piles up losses, whether or not the Krafts will make any changes with the coaching staff, and more (1:00). Brian and Jamie discuss the game some more, and how the Pats got to such a bad place, and where they go from here (32:20). Brian ends with some baseball free agency news, including Teoscar Hernandez signing with the Do...
Dec 28, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Brian discusses the Celtics’ loss to the 76ers on Christmas, and why the team has struggled a bit in December (0:45). Then, he shares his top Boston sports stories of the year, including the Celtics’ title run last season, Drake Maye’s rookie year, and the Red Sox acquiring ace pitcher Garrett Crochet (20:00). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 17 (40:30). 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 mailba...
Dec 26, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Brian discusses the news that the Sox signed pitcher Walker Buehler and then looks at the Pats' backfield, Rhamondre Stevenson vs. Antonio Gibson (0:35). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Steve Ceruti about the Celtics loss to the Magic, why the Magic give the Celtics so much trouble, where the two teams rank in the East, and more (20:45). Then, Brian and Jamie discuss the NBA Christmas games, and talk about their holiday plans (1:03:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the ...
Dec 24, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Brian talks to three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ hard fought loss to the Bills, including some promising signs from Jerod Mayo and the coaching staff, Drake Maye’s performances against top QBs this season, the Patriots’ improve pick in the upcoming draft, and more (1:00). Then, Brian discusses Jayson Tatum’s monster game against the Bulls on Saturday, his chances of winning an MVP in his career, and the Red Sox’s new pitcher, Patrick Sandoval (30:00). Brian and Jamie cl...
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Brian starts with a Metric Man breakdown of Drake Maye’s impressive rookie season, especially considering his supporting cast on the team (1:00). Then, he chats with MassLive’s Chris Cotillo about Bill Belichick to UNC, the Red Sox’s offseason, the Garrett Crochet trade, and any additional moves that the Sox might make (18:20). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 16 in the NFL (1:02:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send u...
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr 25 min
Brian starts by assessing Drake Maye’s impressive rookie season, and compares him to the other QBs around the NFL (1:00). Then, he chats with MassLive’s Mark Daniels about Jerod Mayo’s rocky first year, whether he or any other coaches are on the hot seat, how the locker room views the coaching staff, Eliot Wolf’s equally poor first year, and more (15:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the NFL draft and discuss potential head coaching candidates and some Celtics nuggets (52:25). We...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Brian reacts to another tough loss to the Cardinals for the Pats, as the mistakes the team makes continue to mount, before he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game (1:00). Then, he reviews the Red Sox’s offseason moves, and what additional moves the team could still make (33:00). Brian answers a couple listener calls, before he and Jamie add some final thoughts on the Pats and Celts (42:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-3...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Brian recaps the Celtics’ dismantling of the Pistons on Thursday night (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Tate Frazier about Bill Belichick as the head coach of UNC, how Belichick hopes to resurrect the program, Drake Maye’s UNC career and future in the NFL, and more (21:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the upcoming Pats-Cardinals game, then give out their best bets for Week 15 in the NFL (58:05). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. O...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Brian goes over the Red Sox’s blockbuster trade for White Sox ace pitcher Garrett Crochet and what the Red Sox had to give up in return (1:00). Then, he and Jamie discuss the news that Bill Belichick is finalizing a deal to become the next head coach of North Carolina’s football team (24:30). 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...
Dec 12, 2024•50 min
