6 Rings and Football Things

Hart and Lyons are joined by Fitzy, who was live at the game, to discuss the contrasting moods surrounding the Bears and the Patriots. Then, they dive into Drake Maye’s impressive handling of his early Patriots tenure, both on and off the field. And while some might be disappointed about slipping down the draft board, shedding that “loser mentality” could be key to moving forward. 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

To the shock of some, the Patriots looked like the more competent team in their 19-3 win over the Bears in Chicago. Andy Hart and Jon Lyons break down how the Pats pulled it off. Plus, hear from Jerod Mayo and Drake Maye, as the quarterback took a big step forward in his leadership role. And for the first time in a while, the Patriots looked like a team playing for their head coach. 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

WEEI.com's Meghan Ottolini joins Chris Mason of MassLive to break down the Patriots' quiet trade deadline, highlight promising names in the receiver room, assess the state of the defense, discuss potential changes to the offensive line, and preview the Patriots' upcoming matchup against the Bears. 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

Sunday in Chicago brings one of the most intriguing matchups of the week, as Da Bears, with first overall pick Caleb Williams, host Da Pats and third overall pick Drake Maye. It’s a Windy City showdown of top rookie QBs, with Nick “Fitzy” Stevens from WEEI and 6 Rings and Dan Wiederer of the Take The North Podcast, the Chicago Tribune, and 670 The Score previewing the action and offering predictions. 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

On Election Day, Fitzy hosted a live mailbag podcast to break down the current state of the Patriots and what the team needs to do to support Drake Maye moving forward. 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 3 – Fitzy and Hart continue to praise Drake Maye for his impressive showing in a tough loss to the Titans, but they also delve into the offensive line's renewed struggles after a few weeks of solid play. They analyze the healthy inactives and discuss potential trade candidates as Tuesday’s deadline approaches. Plus, they explore which teams around the league might be eyeing Drake Maye as their quarterback right now. 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 – Fitzy and Hart keep the praise coming for Drake Maye and his incredible performance that forced overtime, but they also express concern about the lack of talent surrounding him. They discuss how Jerod Mayo's decision not to go for two points was influenced by an exhausted Maye, a topic Mayo is reluctant to delve into. Plus, Chris Scheim calls in to give Drake Maye an impressive grade on his report card. 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 1 – Drake Maye went full Superman, forcing overtime with a heroic effort, but the Patriots still left Music City feeling the blues after a 20-17 OT loss to the Titans. Fitzy and Hart break down Maye’s incredible rally and discuss where it all went wrong in the heartbreaking finish. Plus, hear from Maye and head coach Jerod Mayo postgame. 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 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): The Honolulu Flu will be in full effect for the Titans but will Drake Maye play for the Patriots. Download and subscribe to Cash the Ticket today. 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 Patriots are looking for back-to-back wins for the first time since Weeks 8 and 9 of the 2022 season. Fitzy and Hart break down all the action and explain why this is a VERY winnable game for the Pats. And if Drake Maye is medically cleared, should the Patriots play him? Fitzy makes the case to keep the rookie on the bench. Plus, the NFL trade deadline is on Tuesday. Will we see some new faces in Foxborough this week? Mike Giardi of the Boston Sports Journal joined Fitzy and Hart to discuss. 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 NFL trade deadline is on Tuesday. Will we see some new faces in Foxborough this week? Mike Giardi of the Boston Sports Journal joined Fitzy and Hart to discuss. Plus, get the latest on Drake Maye and his concussion, along with a preview of the Patriots vs. Titans matchup. 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 "soft" Patriots have bookended the first half of a very up-and-down season with hard-fought wins. Will there be more to come? And will Drake Maye continue his upward trajectory? Fitzy and Hart discuss. Plus, the guys laud the Patriots' resilience against the Jets, and discussed some possible trade candidates ahead of next Tuesday's trade deadline. 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 3 - Fitzy and Hart welcome WEEI.com’s Meghan Ottolini, who shares the buzz from a jubilant Patriots locker room after their win over the Jets, plus the latest update on Drake Maye’s injury status. Next, while some big-picture fans might not be thrilled, there's no denying the Pats—and especially Jerod Mayo—needed this victory. Finally, the guys debate which Patriots are the top candidates to be moved at next week's trade deadline. 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 - Fitzy and Hart break down the Patriots' 25-22 win over the Jets, highlighting why New York's struggles shouldn’t take away from New England’s strong showing. Plus, Jacoby Brissett led the charge in the comeback, but Drake Maye is still the guy once he's back from his head injury. And, some fans missed out, leaving Gillette before what turned out to be a thrilling finish. 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 1 - Even with Jacoby Brissett subbing in for the injured Drake Maye, the Patriots pulled off the comeback over the Jets. Fitzy and Hart break down the good feelings surrounding Gillette and explain why we should enjoy this now and look down the road later. 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

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WEEI.com’s Meghan Ottolini catches up with Nicole Yang of the Boston Globe to discuss the maturity issues facing the Patriots, the drama amongst the receiving corps, and a look ahead to Week 8 against the Jets. 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

Two struggling teams face off in an AFC East showdown, fighting to avoid last place and possibly boost their 2025 draft slot. Fitzy and Hart have you covered with a preview of all the Week 8 action between the New York Jets and New England Patriots. The guys start by looking at the week that was in Foxborough. We’ve got the head coach calling the team “soft,” the old head coach calling him out for it, wide receivers are complaining, and a defensive player suggests some think too highly of themselves. To top it off, they’re coming off a flight home after losing to the 1-5 Jacksonville Jaguars. How will they respond to all this, and how important is Sunday’s game? Then, WEEI.com’s Meghan Ottolini catches up with Nicole Yang of the Boston Globe to discuss the maturity issues facing the Patriots, the drama amongst the receiving corps, and a look ahead to Week 8 against the Jets. 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

It’s been quite the week in Foxborough, huh? We’ve got the head coach calling the team “soft,” the old head coach calling him out for it, wide receivers are complaining, and a defensive player suggests some think too highly of themselves. To top it off, they’re coming off a flight home after losing to the 1-5 Jacksonville Jaguars. How will they respond to all this, and how important is Sunday’s game? Fitzy and Hart discuss. 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 Pats are a mess, plain and simple. Coach Mayo seems in over his head, AVP is facing criticism, and players are freelancing. How can things turn around? Plus, Fitzy and Hart dive into some Patspourri and NFL nuggets. 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

It’s Patspourri! Fitzy and Hart break down all the latest news and nuggets surrounding the Patriots and the NFL at large. They clean out the Patriots notebook, discuss Bailey Zappe heading to the Browns, dive into the New York Jets’ struggles, and celebrate the return of the Boston Celtics. 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

When the head coach is calling his team 'soft,' things clearly aren't going right—and we're only 7 games into the season. Can the 2024 Patriots' season be saved, or is this mess too big to fix? Andy "Jumbo" Hart and Nick "Fitzy" Stevens discuss. 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

Fitzy and Hart dive into the Patriots' roster and only see Drake Maye and Christian Gonzalez as surefire building blocks for the Patriots' future. Then, Chris Scheim calls in to give his Drake Maye report card which once again looked respectable. And Jerod Mayo seemingly won't be fired, but his stepping down wouldn't surprise Andy. 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 1: Well, trying a different country didn't work, as the Patriots made six straight losses to the Jaguars 32-16. Fitzy and Hart react to what seemed like a lifeless performance against a bad Jacksonville team. Then, hear from head coach Jerod Mayo, who got brutally honest, and quarterback Drake Maye about his second career start. 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 - Fitzy and Hart continue to react to the Patriots' loss in London and the growing issue with Ja'Lynn Polk's drops and cryptic post on social media. Then, reports emerge about growing frustration in the locker room, and the earlier mutiny seems to be coming to light. And Coach Jerod Mayo called his team soft, but which areas specifically? 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 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here): Mike is 0-forever for London games, he isn't thinking of playing another is he? Download the latest episode of Cash the Ticket today. 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

Meghan Ottolini sits down with Pro Football Network's Dakota Randall to discuss what to expect from Drake Maye in his second start, the possible untapped potential in the receiving room, some potential personnel changes, and a look ahead to Sunday in London. 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 Patriots find themselves in a VERY winnable situation as they get set to head across the pond for a date with the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. Fitzy and Hart preview all the action, explain HOW the Patriots can win this game, and discuss what to expect from Drake Maye in his second career start. Plus, Andy rips Ja'Lynn Polk for his off-field behavior this week. 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

Pro Football Focus’ College Analyst Max Chadwick joins Fitzy to discuss why PFF liked Drake Maye so much coming out of college and why his debut was very encouraging for the Patriots. Plus, Max provides a glimpse into what players Pats fans could keep an eye on in the 2025 NFL Draft! 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

Nick “Fitzy” Stevens and Andy “Jumbo” Hart give their final thoughts and grades on Drake Maye's first career start. They also discuss whether the Patriots have enough to support the rookie and preview what to expect in the next 11 games. Then, it’s Patspourr! The guys react to the breaking news of Davante Adams being traded to the New York Jets, reuniting with former Packers teammate Aaron Rodgers. Is this the missing piece for Rodgers and the Jets? Plus, the guys dive into Robert Kraft's blame game, the Patriots' atrocious tackling, 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

Fitzy and Hart react to the breaking news of Davante Adams being traded to the New York Jets, reuniting with former Packers teammate Aaron Rodgers. Is this the missing piece for Rodgers and the Jets? Plus, the guys dive into Robert Kraft's blame game, the Patriots' atrocious tackling, 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

Nick "Fitzy" Stevens and Andy "Jumbo" Hart give their final thoughts and grades from Drake Maye's first career start. They also break down whether the Patriots have enough to support the rookie and preview what to expect in the next 11 games. 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 3: The guys are joined by Meghan Ottolini, who gives insight into the Patriots' locker room—happy for Drake Maye but frustrated by the blowout loss. Fitzy and Hart continue their assessment of Maye, highlighting the promising signs that he could be the franchise's future. Plus, Scheim shares his report card on Maye, and Andy gives his "Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down" for the game. 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: Fitzy and Hart continue their discussion on Drake Maye, highlighting the promising signs that suggest the next franchise QB might already be here. However, the offense struggled at times, putting Alex Van Pelt's playcalling under the spotlight. Plus, the Texans' dominant ground game raises concerns about the defense, which could be a growing issue after the first six games of the season. 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 1: Sure, it was the Patriots' fifth straight loss to the Texans, but Drake Maye showcased flashes of his true potential in his debut start. Fitzy and Hart dive into their excitement sparked by Maye's performance. Next, we hear from Maye himself and head coach Jerod Mayo on their reflections from the game day. Plus, find out why there's no reason to be disappointed with Drake Maye's performance in his inaugural game. 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

Fitzy and Scheim are joined by Andrew Callahan of The Boston Herald to discuss the reactions to Drake Maye and what else the team needs to focus on against Houston. 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

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Drake Mayehem is upon us! At long last, the buzz is back in Pats Nation as rookie QB Drake Maye gets his first start this Sunday, and it’s a tough matchup at home vs. the Houston Texans. Why now? How’s he going to fare? And are you as hyped as we are? Join the fun with Fitzy & Hart’s 6 Rings Preview - and be sure to subscribe to and download the pod via Apple, Spotify, the Audacy app, or whatever you use to enjoy awesome football talk! 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

Nick "Fitzy" Stevens sits down with Norbert Leo Butz, the actor who portrays Bill Belichick in the FX series American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez. The 10-episode series charts the rise and fall of Aaron Hernandez, exploring the various aspects of his identity, his family, his career, his suicide, and their lasting legacy in sports and American culture. 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

Robert Saleh has been FIRED by the New York Jets. Could that open the door for Bill Belichick, especially with New York's win-now mindset and his relationship with Aaron Rodgers? Fitzy and Hart discuss this potential new landing spot for the GOAT. Plus, the guys make their cases for starting Drake Maye this week against the Houston Texans. 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 3: Fitzy and Hart dig into the Patriots' deeper issues, with "unproven" topping the list of concerns. Next, they debate whether Drake Maye can spark any excitement as he steps into the starting quarterback role. Plus, Andy delivers his "Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down" verdict—spoiler alert: plenty of thumbs down. 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: Fitzy and Hart continue to dive into the aftermath of the Patriots' tough home loss to Miami, analyzing just how close these winnable games truly were. The guys also critique Jacoby Brissett's handling of the final two drives and ponder whether fans can find any reason to stay tuned for the rest of this Patriots season. Join the discussion on the highs and lows of another frustrating loss. 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

It was a tough game to watch, and the result didn't make things better, with the Patriots losing to the Dolphins 15-10. Andy Hart and Chris Scheim give their reactions to another bad showing from the Pats and react to Jerod Mayo's words following the loss. Then, Fitzy joins after Jacoby Brissett speaks, and they all criticize the offense for more vanilla playcalling. 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

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The Dolphins limp into Gillette Stadium on Sunday to face the injury-riddled Patriots in a battle of struggling offenses. Fitzy and Hart break down why Miami might be just what the doctor ordered for New England, plus their picks and predictions for the game. Then, Fitzy also goes behind enemy lines, chatting with Josh Houtz from 'Another Dolphins Podcast' to preview the matchup from a Dolphins perspective. Finally, WEEI.com's Meghan Ottolini sits down with Chad Graff of The Athletic to discuss the current mood in Foxborough, how to fix the Patriots' offense, and what to expect on Sunday. 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 once-potent Dolphins limp into Gillette Stadium on Sunday to take on the injury-riddled Patriots in a matchup of struggling offenses. Fitzy and Hart break down why the Dolphins might be just what the doctor ordered for the Pats, and share their picks and predictions for Sunday. 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

WEEI.com's Meghan Ottolini chats with Chad Graff of The Athletic to break down the current mood in Foxborough, discuss how to fix the offense, preview Sunday's game, 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

Fitzy goes behind enemy lines to chat with Josh Houtz from 'Another Dolphins Podcast,' giving you a preview of Sunday's matchup from a Miami Dolphins perspective. 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

Fitzy and Hart break down the state of the Patriots as we head into October, react to Bill Belichick's thoughts on the Drake Maye plan, brainstorm ways to make the Pats fun to watch again, and debate whether fans should trust his rebuild. 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: The Patriots need to make up their minds when it comes to Drake Maye. Fitzy and Hart explain why the plan for the rookie quarterback is dumb and needs to be revised. Plus, the guys wrap up their thoughts on Sunday’s blowout loss, share their thumbs-up and thumbs-down lists, and name the player of the game. 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