6 Rings and Football Things

Fitzy and Hart take a look at all the storylines surrounding Pats Nation with "Patspourri." Should we be concerned about Juju Smith-Schuster’s knee? Why “Tom Brady Week” being Week 1 could be difficult for the current team. Plus, the guys try and make sense of the NFL's new "Emergerceny Quarterback rule." 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 'Breaking Boston' (subscribe here): Andy Hart is preparing you for the Opening Week of New England Patriots football by previewing the mainstage for the 4:25 pm kick-off. Brady will be welcomed back to Foxboro for the first time since retiring, making Hart nervous about how it could impact the 2023 squad. Can they take the inspiration and run with it? Or, will Mac Jones falter under the bright lights? 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 announced in May that teams had voted in favor of allowing a 49th player to be dressed as an emergency third-string quarterback in regular and postseason games. However, no specifics on the updated policy were released. On Monday, the league broke down the new rule further. Mike Kadlick breaks down the rule change and explains why he is not a fan. 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

We are less than one week away from Week 1 of the NFL season and Tom Brady's return to Gillette Stadium. To kick off the week, Brady's former teammate, Christian Fauria, joins the show! Fauria shares some of his favorite Brady memories, his thoughts on what made TB12 so great and a quick peek at how he sees things unfolding 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

NFL insider Mike Giardi joins Fitzy and Hart to discuss his comments on the New England Patriots' wide receiver depth, the expectations for QB Matt Corral, the health of the Patriots' offensive line, the moves made after cutdown day, the Patriots Week 1 lineup, and this season's breakout star. 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

Bill Belichick and the Patriots trimmed their roster from 90 to 53 players on Tuesday afternoon. Fitzy and Hart introduce you to the Patriots' initial 53-man roster with a position-by-position breakdown and provide all the insight and analysis on the surprise cuts. 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 give a detailed Position-by-position breakdown of the Patriots' initial 53-man roster. 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 announced their 53-man roster this afternoon. Fitzy and Hart give their instant reaction to the initial roster and breakdown some surprise cuts. 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

Bill Belichick has finally realized the Patriots have an Offensive Line problem. With Week 1 less than two weeks away, the Patriots are scrambling to upgrade their offensive line. Andy Hart breaks down the latest move as Bill Belichick and Matt Groh attempt to fix a major problem that threatens to derail the offense and 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

The Patriots offensive line has been a weak spot for the team this summer.... but help could be on the way. The Patriots acquired offensive tackle Tyrone Wheatley Jr. from the Cleveland Browns in exchange for running back Pierre Strong Jr. Fitzy and Hart react. Is the weakness of the offensive line another one of Bill Belichick's blind spots being shown? Plus, which tough decisions do the Patriots have in shaping their 53-man roster? 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 wrapped up preseason play on Friday night, falling to the Tennessee Titans 23-7. The truth is, there's not much optimism around the Patriots following their preseason campaign. Fitzy and Hart discuss. Plus, the guys take a look at one position group that could plague the 2023 Patriots. 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 far from exciting, but the Patriots played football on Friday night as they wrapped up the 2023 preseason. Fitzy and Hart discuss what stood out in the loss and some questions that remain as we enter the regular 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

The Patriots put a bow on their 2023 preseason on Friday night. Now? It's time to project the roster. Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick predict what New England's roster will look like come Tuesday at 4 p.m. 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 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here): Faraz Siddiqi welcomes on Nick "Fitzy" Stevens for an in-depth look at where the fantasy value will come for the Patriots this season. Does the addition of Zeke affect Rhamondre Stevenson's value at all? Who will Mac Jones be targeting the most this season? Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy Also, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/Upperhandfantasy Be sure to check out FantasyLife.com for some of the best advice from the industry's sharpest minds, all for FREE. And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100. Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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

With the Patriots wrapping up preseason play Friday night in Tennessee, Fitzy and Hart get you set with our game preview. The guys discuss what you should expect Friday night, the injuries piling up for the Pats, and the kicker drama. Plus, the guys debate if the Pats should play their starters given the team's current state, and is it time for the NFL to revamp the preseason schedule? Finally, it’s the 6 Rings “Bet of The Week” presented by FanDuel Sportsbook. 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

Before wrapping up Training Camp Practices and heading to Tennessee, there was a welcoming sight on the practice fields of Gillette Stadium... the return of Mike Onwenu. Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick break down and discuss everything you need to know from Gillette before the Pats head to Tennessee. 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

Mike Gesicki returned to Patriots practice on Tuesday, but another offensive weapon was sidelined. Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick break down everything you need to know from Patriots practice Tuesday afternoon. 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 'Breaking Boston' (subscribe here): Fitzy and Hart are reacting to the first Patriots Monday at WEEI. Bill Belichick, Mac Jones, and many others joined the airwaves to chat about everything that's gone on since last season ended, including the evolving relationship between Tom Brady and New England after his retirement. 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 the 6 Rings Post Game Show with Fitzy and Hart. The guys breakdown the good, the bad, and the ugly from the Patriots' 21-17 win over the Packers in their suspended preseason game on Saturday night. 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

For the most part, the reports coming out of Foxborough have been positive this offseason. Now, that tone is starting to shift a little bit. Yes, it is just preseason, but is reality starting to settle in for the 2023 Patriots? Fitzy and Hart kick off the conversation by answering all your questions in the return of the 6 Rings mailbag. The guys touch on all things Pats including: How much pressure is on Mac Jones, will we see some shuffling on the offensive line, and what is the ceiling for this team? The guys also preview Saturday night’s game against the Packers and discuss why the Patriots need a solid showing. Plus, the guys give their picks for the Six Rings and Football Things “Bet of the Week” brought to you by FanDuel Sports Book. 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 is just preseason, but the Patriots need a solid showing on Saturday night. After a boring affair with the Houston Texans in the preseason opener and some struggles against the Packers in the joint practice session, the Patriots need to find something on Saturday night. Fitzy and Hart preview Saturday’s game and break down what they expect for the remainder of the preseason and training camp. Plus, the guys give their picks for the Six Rings and Football Things “Bet of the Week” brought to you by FanDuel Sports Book. 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 the return of the 6 Rings & Football Things Mailbag with Fitzy and Hart. The guys answer all your questions including: How much pressure is on Mac Jones, will we see some shuffling on the offensive line, and what is the ceiling for this team? 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 Wednesday afternoon, the Patriots kicked off joint practices with the Packers in Green Bay. Mike Kadlick and CLNS Media's Taylor Kyles break down everything you need to know from the session. 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 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here): Faraz Siddiqi shares his thoughts on the big news in New England and New York, as Ezekiel Elliott signs with the Patriots and Dalvin Cook joins Aaron Rodgers and the Jets. Follow Faraz on Instagram @upperhandfantasy https://www.instagram.com/upperhandfantasy Also, visit our Patreon for our updated Draft Kit, Dynasty Rankings and more: https://www.patreon.com/Upperhandfantasy And to take advantage of $15 million+ in prizes on Underdog, go to https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-upper-hand-fantasy and use the code UPPERHAND to get your first deposit doubled up to $100. Follow @farazsiddiqi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/farazsiddiqi 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 'Breaking Boston' (subscribe here): The Patriots head to Green Bay, Wisconsin, to start up their pre-season joint practices ahead of their second game. Fitzy and Hart are setting the scene so you know what to expect from the Patriots as the season draws near. 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

Since 2001, Patriots Hall of Famer Matt Light and his wife Susie have helped young people develop the skills, values, and mindset they need to create a meaningful and productive future. Fitzy sits down with Matt to discuss his foundation, their "Celebrate TB12 giveaway," and what it takes to be a leader. Plus, the guys preview the 2023 Patriots season and discuss what it will take for the Pats to get back on track in 2023. 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

Three-time Super Bowl champion and Patriots Hall of Famer Matt Light sits down with Fitzy to preview what the Patriots need to do to get back on track in 2023. 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

Since 2001, Patriots Hall of Famer Matt Light and his wife Susie have given back to the community by helping young people develop the skills, values, and mindset they need to create a meaningful and productive future through the Light Foundation. Fitzy sits down with Matt to discuss his foundation, their "Celebrate TB12 giveaway," and what it takes to be a leader. https://lighthousesweepstakes.org/sweepstake/celebrate-tb12-gameday-giveaway/ 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

Three-time Pro Bowl running back Ezekiel Elliott is heading to the Patriots on a one-year deal! Fitzy and Jon Lysons discuss the signing with Mike Kadlick and explain why this makes sense for the Patriots. Plus, Dalvin Cook to the Jets, Mike Gesicki's injury, and of course... more Malik Mania. 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 another solo Sunday with Mike Kadlick from Gillette Stadium. To kick things off, Mike takes a look at the moves the Patriots made over the weekend following their 20-9 loss to the Houston Texans in the preseason opener. Plus, breaking down everything you need to know from Patriots Training Camp session #13, with the big story being the continued takeover of 'Malik Mania' in Foxborough. 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 were back on the practice field Sunday afternoon looking to build off Thursday night's loss to the Texans. Mike Kadlick breaks down everything you need to know from practice, starting with the big story... "Malik Mania." 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

Mike Kadlick takes a look at the moves the Patriots made over the weekend following their 20-9 loss to the Houston Texans in the preseason opener. 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 New England Patriots were finally back in game action on Thursday as they kicked off their preseason at Gillette Stadium against the Houston Texans. What stood out? Fitzy and Hart break it down for you from the struggles by the offensive line to some impressive debuts by some newcomers. All that 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 Andy Hart discuss the most noteworthy observations through the first 12 days of Patriots Training Camp. Including one area of concern on the roster, some positive developments on the offensive side of the ball, and the depth that has emerged at cornerback. Hart also lists one potential surprise cut for the Pats. What should fans be looking for Thursday night? Fitzy and Hart break it all down. Plus, the guys give their predictions and best bets, yes, preseason bets, for tomorrow’s action. 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

Football is back at Gillette Stadium Thursday night. What should fans be looking for? Fitzy and Hart break it all down. Plus, the guys give their predictions and best bets, yes, preseason bets, for tomorrow’s action. 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 Andy Hart discuss the most noteworthy observations through the first 12 days of Patriots Training Camp. Including one area of concern on the roster, some positive developments on the offensive side of the ball, and the depth that has emerged at cornerback. Plus, Hart lists one potential surprise cut for the Pats. 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

We are just two days away from the Patriots' Preseason opener against the Houston Texans. Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick were at Gillette Stadium for the Patriots' final practice session prior to game action and explained how Tuesday's practice gave us insight into who will play on Thursday. 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

Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick break down everything you need to know from Patriots Training Camp Day 11 from a rainy Gillette Stadium. Including the latest on Trent Brown, why this cornerback room can be so dangerous, and one thing that has caused the Patriots offense some major headaches 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

Mike Kadlick breaks down everything you need to know from day 10 of Patriots training camp. 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

Mike Kadlick recaps the Patriots night practice with Brian Hines. 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 'Breaking Boston' (subscribe here): Andy Hart has been at every day of Patriots camp and is here to tell you the QB competition is non-existent. Every Patriots fan heading into 2023 should have their eyes set on Mac ad the team's leader and Andy is here to tell you indicators that Mac is taking up the mantle so far at camp. 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 continued their positive momentum from Wednesday's practice on Thursday morning. Fitzy and Mike Kadlick break down a competitive practice that revealed the Patriots have players in all three phases of the game. Plus, the guys discuss what unfolded with Jack Jones at practice. 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' offense was clicking Wednesday morning in the team's 7th training camp session. The charge was led by no other than Mac Jones, who had undoubtedly the best day on the field. Mike Kadlick and CLNS Media's Taylor Kyles break down everything you need to know from an impressive offensive day at Gillette Stadium. 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

We kick things off with the 6 Rings Mailbag. Fitzy and Hart answer all your Patriots questions including: Who has been the best player in camp? Is the fullback position back? Are we due for a Hunter Henry breakout season? Is Tyquan Thornton heading down the road of bust? And much more. Plus, Patspourri makes its long awaited return! The guys touch on all the news, notes and nuggets surrounding the Patriots and the NFL in the long awaited return of Patspourri. 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

PATSPOURRI IS BACK! Fitzy and Hart touch on all the news, notes and nuggets surrounding the Patriots and the NFL in the long awaited return of Patspourri. 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 answer all your Patriots questions including: Who has been the best player in camp? Is the fullback position back? Are we due for a Hunter Henry breakout season? Is Tyquan Thornton heading down the road of bust? And much 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

Through 6 days of what has been a rather optimistic Training Camp for the Patriots, one area has struggled mightily. Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick break it all down from Gillette Stadium following Tuesday's training camp session. 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 put on pads for the first time in training camp on Monday morning, giving the feel of real football. Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick break down what was a physical practice for the Patriots, and discuss how Monday's session gave us a glimpse of just how fun Bill O'Brien's offense could be. 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

After a day off on Saturday, the Patriots returned to the practice field on Sunday afternoon for their first day of full-field drills. Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick discuss the productive day had by the Patriots' offense and the rookies with the most eyes on them. 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 first three sessions of Training Camp 2023 for the Patriots are in the books. What has stood out the most through the first few days? Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick have boots on the ground at Gillette Stadium and break it all down for you. Plus, the guys discuss the latest with Matthew Judon and his potential "Hold in". 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