Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian opens with a recap of the Celtics' win over the 76ers, including a vintage Al Horford game, impressive backcourt play by Derrick White and Jrue Holiday, and a great defensive game plan against Joel Embiid (0:30). Then, Brian chats with NESN’s Andrew Raycroft about the Bruins’ hot start to the season, Jeremy Swayman’s lights-out play in goal, David Pastrnak’s scoring, Brad Marchand’s tenure as captain, and more (27:35). Then, Brian discusses a report that the Pats locker room has turned on Mac Jones, before he and Jamie talk NBA, and give out their picks for Week 11 of the NFL (1:05:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Raycroft Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with a quick note on the Pats' waiving of cornerback Jack Jones after numerous off-field issues before he recaps the Celtics’ win over the Knicks Monday night, including a sensational game from Jayson Tatum and a great team effort against one of the best defenses in the NBA (0:50). Then, Brian chats with The Sports Hub’s Joe Murray about the train wreck Patriots, Mac Jones vs. Bailey Zappe, the 2024 NFL draft, the Bruins’ great start to the season, Craig Breslow’s to-do list for the Sox, and more (37:00). Brian then takes a listener call before he and Jamie talk about the C’s and Brian’s best bet for Wednesday night against the Sixers (1:21:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Joe Murray Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian and James White recap the Patriots’ loss to the Colts in Germany and discuss Mac Jones’s benching, Bill O’Brien’s questionable offensive game plan, who the quarterback will be moving forward, the top quarterback prospects, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about the game and revisit their bets for Week 10 (35:00). Brian ends by recapping the Celtics’ past two wins, including a blowout win over the Raptors on Saturday night (45:50). Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please checkout theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Bruins’ win over the Islanders on Thursday, and the reasons behind their incredible start to the season (0:35). Then, he talks with NBC Sports’ Tom Giles about Sunday’s Patriots-Colts game, Bill Belichick and Mac Jones’s futures with the team, the Celtics’ season so far, the NBA in-season tournament, and more (19:20). Then, Brian shares a thought on who might be the new Patriots QB next season (58:45), before Brian and Jamie give out their best bets for Week 10 of the NFL season (1:16:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tom Giles Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics' 106-103 loss to the 76ers, including a tough night all around for Jaylen Brown, a relatively quiet performance from Jayson Tatum, how the C’s guarded Joel Embiid, worrying signs from the Celtics bench, and more. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ 5-1 start to the season, including Monday night’s overtime loss to Minnesota. They also talk about the Celts’ formidable backcourt tandem of Derrick White and Jrue Holiday, how Kristaps Porzingis has given the offense a new dimension, a preview of the Celtics-Sixers game on Wednesday night, and more (0:30). Then, Brian notes some similarities in the coaching careers of Gregg Popovich and Bill Belichick, and how Bill could learn from Pop’s final act (1:05:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Michael Pina Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the Patriots' disappointing loss to the lowly Commanders, the team’s subpar receiver corps, the dumb mistakes that cost the Pats, whether Mac Jones could be on a different team next season, and more (0:30). Then, Brian talks about Jayson Tatum’s great start to the season, and makes the case for why he may be the most complete player in the NBA (42:00). Finally, Brian takes a call before Brian and producer Jamie revisit their best bets for Week 9 in the NFL (1:14:35). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Joe House about the upcoming Patriots-Commanders game, the Commanders’ terrible defense, whether or not Bill Belichick could end up in Washington next season, and more (0:55). Then, Brian discusses Craig Breslow’s first press conference as the chief baseball officer of the Red Sox, and what he needs to do to succeed in Boston (24:20). Then, Brian shares a quick note on Derrick White’s strong start, before getting into the top five things to keep an eye on for the rest of the Patriots’ season (43:10). Finally, Brian and Jamie discuss the Pats game, and give out their best bets for Week 9 (1:00:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Joe House Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian leads with his thoughts on another dominant Celtics win over the Pacers, how the Celtics’ starting five compares with other notable great teams from recent years, Jayson Tatum’s ever-improving game, and more (0:40). Then, Brian discusses the news that Josh McDaniels has been fired in Las Vegas, and takes a closer look at Bill Belichick’s lackluster coaching tree, before discussing the Patriots' lack of action at the trade deadline (35:00). Finally, Brian and Jamie take a call and an email on the Pats (1:09:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts the show with a quick note on the Mac Jones trade rumors before getting into the Celtics’ blowout win over the Wizards, including stellar nights from Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum (0:30). Brian then recaps the Bruins' thrilling OT win over the Panthers (23:45), before Brian and Jamie react to a fun night in Boston sports (29:45). Brian ends with the news that Kendrick Bourne is out for the season, and the upcoming NFL trade deadline (39:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Pats’ loss to the Dolphins, how the defense tried to slow down the Fins’ dynamic receivers, a step backward for Mac Jones and the offense, the upcoming trade deadline, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give some last thoughts on the game and talk about their best bets from the weekend (45:20). Finally, Brian recaps the Celtics’ thrilling win over the Heat Friday night, including a stellar game from Derrick White, and he briefly touches on the Bruins’ win over the Red Wings on Saturday (59:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian kicks off the pod with some leftover thoughts on the Celtics’ win Wednesday night, including how Kristaps Porzingis and Jayson Tatum complement each other and how Jaylen Brown fits into the mix (0:15). Brian talks to NESN’s Lou Merloni about Craig Breslow as the head of baseball for the Sox, how his experience as a former player will help, whether or not he’ll be able to improve the franchise’s pitching development, areas where the Sox need to improve this offseason, and the upcoming World Series (13:45). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the Knicks-Celtics game Wednesday night, the upcoming Patriots-Dolphins game, how the Pats will defend against the Dolphins’ explosive offense, and more (1:01:20). Later, Brian and Jamie answer a listener email, then give out their best bets and game picks for Pats-Fins (1:24:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Lou Merloni and John Jastremski Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics' first win of the season, over the Knicks in Madison Square Garden. He breaks down Kristaps Porzingis’s electrifying debut, Jayson Tatum’s ever-improving game, Jaylen Brown’s shaky performance, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes a closer look at Mac Jones’s play last Sunday, and the Pats' offensive game plan that let him succeed (30:35). After, Brian goes over the Bruins’ undefeated start to the season, and touches on the Red Sox picking Craig Breslow as their new chief baseball officer (46:00). Finally, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call and an email, before offering up final thoughts on the Celtics’ win (1:05:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian speaks with Celtics play-by-play announcer Sean Grande about the upcoming Celtics season, the growing Celts-Bucks rivalry, how the additions of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis will affect the team, Joe Mazzulla's second season as head coach, and more (0:30). Then, Brian shares his favorite Celtics futures bets with Jamie, including Jayson Tatum for MVP and Joe Mazzulla for Coach of the Year (1:06:30) The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sean Grande Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the Patriots' dramatic victory over the Bills, Bill O’Brien and the offense’s good day, the defensive game plan against Josh Allen, playing with Rob Gronkowski, and more (0:50). Then, Brian offers some thoughts on Bill Belichick’s reported contract extension last offseason and what it all means regarding Bill, Robert Kraft, and Mac Jones (45:00). Finally, Brian ends with some thoughts on running back Bijan Robinson’s no-show today, how the NFL handles injury reports, and a burgeoning sports betting industry (1:07:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo about the Red Sox's search for a new head of baseball operations, the top candidates both inside and outside the organization, and why so many candidates have turned down interviews (0:30). Then, Brian chats with the interim play-by-play announcer for the Buffalo Bills, Chris Brown, about the upcoming Pats-Bills game, another great season from Josh Allen, the Bills’ Super Bowl hopes, and more (49:20). Finally, Brian takes a couple calls before he and Jamie answer an email and give out their game picks and best bets for Sunday (1:14:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Cotillo and Chris Brown Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics-Knicks preseason game, including an impressive performance from Jayson Tatum, and explains why he is so excited about this team entering the season (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ Ted Johnson about the woeful Patriots season, why Belichick’s teams have struggled in recent years, Robert Kraft’s role in this mess, and more (34:15). Then, Brian and Jamie take a couple emails and discuss the Red Sox’s bumpy GM search so far (1:24:15). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ted Johnson Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl winner James White about yet another frustrating Pats loss, the issues that continue to plague the offense, the team’s morale, Bill Belichick’s future with the team, and more (0:15). Then, Brian shares a quick note on Jonnu Smith’s season with the Falcons (43:50) before he gets into some Sox, Celtics, and Bruins thoughts (50:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens up by reacting to the recent Boston Herald article detailing the issues surrounding Mac Jones and the Patriots offense (0:30). Then, he chats with MassLive.com’s Brian Robb about the Celtics’ preseason, how Kristaps Porzingis changes the team dynamic, Tatum’s ceiling this season, the team’s biggest flaw, and more (18:40). Then, Brian speaks with The Athletic’s Vic Tafur about the upcoming Pats-Raiders game, Josh McDaniels’s shaky tenure in Vegas, and Jacobi Meyers’s season with the Raiders (58:15). Finally, Brian and Jamie discuss the Mac Jones article some more, give out game picks, and talk about their best bets (1:19:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Brian Robb and Vic Tafur Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots offense, the mistakes that were made that have led to their issues, who the starting quarterback should be going forward, and Bill Belichick’s job status (0:50). Then, Brian speaks to The Boston Globe’s Conor Ryan about the upcoming Bruins season, the young players who will contribute right off the bat, filling the void left by Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci, and more (1:04:40). . The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Doug Kyed and Conor Ryan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about another terrible Pats loss, their hopeless offense, and how the team can possibly right the ship moving forward (0:30). Then, Brian offers up some more thoughts about Mac Jones’s and Bill Belichick’s futures with the team and takes a couple listener calls (37:15). He ends by recapping the Celtics’ first preseason game, including an impressive debut by Kristaps Porzingis (58:55). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pats-Saints Preview With Nick Underhill. Plus, Five Celtics Takes. Brian begins with his Starting Five Celtics takes, including Jaylen Brown’s defense this year and Joe Mazzulla’s new offensive philosophy (0:40). Then, Brian chats with NewOrleans.Football’s Nick Underhill about the upcoming Pats-Saints game, Derek Carr’s disappointing season, the Pats’ banged-up secondary, the Saints’ fierce defense, and more (44:00). Then, Brian ends with some loose Pats thoughts, before Brian and Jamie respond to a call and give out their game predictions (1:07:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nick Underhill Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about the sad state of Pats Nation, if Mac Jones can recover from the worst game of his career, Belichick’s tenuous job security, and more (0:30). Then, Brian shares some Celtics thoughts, including his ranking of the top 5 Celtics under the most pressure entering the season (45:30). Brian ends with some calls before he and Jamie get to a couple of mailbag questions (1:26:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Jrue Holiday trade, his elite defense, Brad Stevens’s busy offseason, and whether this trade makes the Celtics the title favorites (0:30). Then, Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Pats’ blowout loss to the Cowboys, Mac’s dreadful performance, and whether the team can recover from its 1-3 start (53:45). Brian ends with a sad note on the passing of Tim Wakefield, and he takes a couple listener calls (1:25:15). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Michael Pina and James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Cousin Sal about the upcoming Pats-Cowboys game, how both teams’ lackluster offenses will fare against two of the best defenses in the league, former Cowboys and Pats players in the media, and more (0:30). Then, Brian hits on a few more Pats-Cowboys notes and some best bets heading into the weekend (29:10). After, Brian shares some leftover thoughts on the Damian Lillard trade and how the Celtics will match up with the new-look Bucks. Brian ends by touching on the Tim Wakefield news and the Chandler Jones situation before he takes a call and an email (53:15). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Cousin Sal Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Damian Lillard gets traded to the Bucks! Brian is joined by Bill Simmons for an emergency pod to give a perspective from Celtics fans and what this means for them. They also discuss whether they believe the Celtics will get Jrue Holliday. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Bill Simmons Producer: Brian Waters Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by assessing Mac Jones’s season thus far and whether he can ever be a franchise QB. Then, he touches on the JuJu Smith-Schuster signing and why the Pats went with him over Jakobi Meyers (0:15). Brian also chats with The Boston Globe’s Julian McWilliams about a rough end to the Sox season, why the Sox fired Chaim Bloom, who might replace him as GM, and more (32:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Julian McWilliams Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with James White about the Pats’ gritty win over the Jets, the Pats’ stagnant offense, another dreadful Zach Wilson performance, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes a couple calls before he and Jamie talk some more about the game, discuss some Mac Jones–Sauce Gardner beef, and answer an email (35:55). Brian ends with the news that the Celtics signed wing Lamar Stevens, and he talks about Malcolm Brogdon’s future with the team (57:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts with a look at Belichick’s track record as the Patriots general manager in the post-Tom Brady Era, and whether his poor performance as the team’s top executive has hindered his ability to succeed as a coach (0:30). Then, he chats with SNY’s Connor Hughes about the upcoming Patriots Jets game, how long the Jets will stick with Zach Wilson at QB, the Jets’ formidable defense, Garrett Wilson vs. Christian Gonzalez, and more (44:10). Brian ends with a couple Week 3 bets, and he and Jamie make their predictions for the Pats game (1:04:25). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Connor Hughes Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with some thoughts on Bill Belichick’s recent track record with the Pats and whether he could be interested in coaching another AFC team. Then, he takes stock of the Boston sports scene and discusses why Jayson Tatum is poised to be “the guy” in Boston (0:35). Next, he chats with NESN’s Zack Cox about the Patriots, reasons for their 0-2 start, silver linings thus far, and the upcoming Pats-Jets game (31:40). Brian and Jamie close out the show with some mailbag questions (1:12:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Patriots' loss to the Dolphins and discusses where things went wrong for the team (0:35). Then, he chats with James White about the game, offensive line issues, the Pats’ costly mental mistakes, how the team can dig out of a 0-2 hole, and more (12:45). Brian then takes a couple listener calls before offering up some more thoughts on the Chaim Bloom era and whom the Sox may target to replace him (44:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with the news that the Red Sox have fired Chaim Bloom and talks about why the Sox made this move and how the team will move forward from here (0:30). Then Brian gives out some AFC East thoughts about the Rodgers-less Jets, Josh Allen’s shaky play, and the Dolphins’ porous defense (24:00). Finally, Brian chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the Aaron Rodgers injury and the Jets season as well as the upcoming Dolphins-Pats 'Sunday Night Football' game, the Dolphins' explosive offense, and how Bill Belichick and the defense might slow them down (52:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: John Jastremski Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champion Ted Johnson about the Patriots’ Week 1 loss, positive takeaways from the Pats offense and Mac Jones’s play, how the defense stifled Jalen Hurts, Bill Belichick’s questionable decision-making in recent years, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes a look at next week’s opponent, the Dolphins, their high-flying offense, and how the Pats might be able to stop them (1:01:25). Finally, he ends with some NBA thoughts, including on the 2024 Olympics and Jayson Tatum’s place among the NBA’s best (1:13:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ted Johnson Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with some takeaways from the Patriots’ 25-20 loss to the Eagles, and points out some silver linings on both sides of the ball for the Pats (0:15). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the game, the defense’s impressive performance, Tom Brady’s retirement ceremony, and more (37:40). Brian ends with a listener call (1:00:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian talks to The Ringer’s Ben Solak about the Patriots-Eagles game on Sunday, where Rhamondre Stevenson ranks among the NFL’s top backs, Jalen Hurts’s development into a top QB, how the Eagles offense will match up with the Pats defense, and more (0:30). Then, Brian gives out some season predictions for the Pats, looking ahead to another standout season from Matthew Judon and notable improvement in Mac Jones’s play (31:20). Finally, Brian and Jamie give out some of their favorite bets for the Pats and around the league entering the season (1:00:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ben Solak Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Radio Boston’s Khari Thompson about the upcoming Pats-Eagles season opener, potential breakout candidates on the Pats, and some of the other intriguing teams around the NFL (0:45). Then, with Tom Brady set to return to Gillette for Week 1, Brian shares his top five Brady moments from his storied career before he and Jamie discuss the picks and other worthy moments (59:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Khari Thompson Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the Patriots' upcoming season, Mac Jones and the offense, Tom Brady’s return to Gillette, and more (0:30). Then, Brian shares some leftover thoughts on the Pats and lays out what would qualify as a successful season for the team (38:50). Then, Brian answers a call and email before touching on a few final Red Sox notes (1:01:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Andrew Callahan about Mac Jones’s outlook entering the season, his relationship with Bill O’Brien, the players around him on the offense, and whether or not the Pats are a playoff team (0:30). Then, Brian examines the Red Sox starting rotation and what the team must do to improve its pitching next season (42:10). Brian ends with a call and a note on the Damian Lillard situation in Portland (1:01:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian evaluates the Patriots' final 53-man roster coming out of training camp and reacts to the surprising news that Bailey Zappe did not make the team (0:40). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia about the Patriots offense and how it stacks up with the rest of the league. They also touch on the team’s defense, as well as its Week 1 matchup against the Eagles (19:20). Brian ends with a recap of the Red Sox’s embarrassing losses to the Astros and takes a couple calls on the subject (49:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sheil Kapadia Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts by discussing how much pressure Mac faces entering his third season and how it compares to the pressure on other AFC quarterbacks (0:40). Then, he recaps the Red Sox–Dodgers series, which Mookie Betts dominated both on and off the field (30:50). Finally, he offers some Celtics thoughts, including how Jayson Tatum’s offseason training could impact his game (56:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts with his burning questions surrounding the Patriots and their AFC East rivals as the season approaches (0:00). Then, Brian chats with masslive.com’s Chris Cotillo about the mercurial Red Sox, their series split in Houston, Mookie Betts’s return to Fenway this weekend, and more (44:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Cotillo Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with NESN’s Zack Cox about the Pats; they go through each positional group and project the roster coming out of training camp. Then, Brian recaps a rough couple of losses for the Red Sox in Houston and discusses the reasons for their woes. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots-Packers preseason game, and the joint practices leading up to it. GoFundMe Link for Doug Kyed’s daughter, Hallie The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian shares his three breakout candidates for the Patriots, and where they are each primed for a big year (0:30). Then, he chats with SoxProspects’ Ian Cundall about another frustrating Sox series in D.C., Chris Sale’s return to the rotation, some of the team’s top prospects, and more (39:30). Brian ends with a brief review of the Celtics’ schedule and some of their biggest games (1:20:45). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Danny Kelly about the young core of the Patriots, what Ezekiel Elliott will bring to the team, Pats fantasy sleepers, and more (0:45). Then, Brian briefly touches on the burgeoning Mahomes-Brady debate, before presenting his top five favorite Boston sports teams since 2000 (34:30). Brian and Jamie review the list, before getting to a couple listener emails (1:17:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Danny Kelly Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about Patriots training camp, Malik Cunningham’s eye-catching preseason debut, problems along the offensive line, adding a running back, and more (0:30). Then Brian breaks down a successful homestead for the Red Sox, including impressive returns for Chris Sale and Trevor Story (50:30). Brian ends with a couple listener calls and an email (1:20:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Patriots’ first preseason game against the Texans, and notes which players stood out (0:30). Afterward, he chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ roster, and together they decide which players they think will be better and which players they think will be worse next season (29:30). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Michael Pina Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses reasons the Patriots can be successful this year, including their stout defense and an improved rushing attack (0:40). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the top AFC East storylines entering the season, like which team has the most drama surrounding it, the division’s best defense, and more (15:00). Then, Brian touches upon Orioles announcer Kevin Brown's suspension controversy in Baltimore, before presenting his top five Celtics wings in recent years (40:00). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: John Jastremski Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Nora Princiotti about the optimism at Patriots camp, Mac Jones’s rapport with his new receivers, potential trouble along the offensive line, and more (0:30). Brian then recaps a dreadful weekend for the Red Sox, who were swept by the Blue Jays, and discusses more Alex Verdugo drama (28:30). Finally, Brian presents his top five Celtics big men in recent years and takes a listener call (51:00). 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 mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nora Princiotti Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian talks about Pats training camp, where reports say the offense had its best practice of the year, and news that Tom Brady has bought a stake in an English soccer team (0:30). Then, Brian chats with SoxProspect’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox at the deadline, how this team will fare down the stretch, and a look at the team’s farm system (18:00). Brian ends with his list of the top five Celtics guards in recent years (1:01:15). 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 gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices