Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ overtime loss to the Titans, including some spectacular plays from Drake Maye, including a last-second, game-tying touchdown, the Patriots inability to run the ball and stop the run, a lack of production from the team’s wide receivers, the upcoming trade deadline, and more (0:50). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics' back-to-back wins in Charlotte and the drama surrounding former Celtic Grant Williams's flagrant foul on Jayson Tatum (30:00) . Brian takes a couple listener calls, before he and producer Jamie wrap up with some final thoughts on the Pats and C’s (48:05). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 gives some quick thoughts on Mookie Betts's third title win, and looks back at one of the worst trades in Red Sox history (1:00). Then, he speaks with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about Drake Maye’s promising career start, whether or not he'll play Sunday after last week’s concussion, Ja'Lynn Polk and the rest of the Pats’ underwhelming receiving corps, the upcoming matchup with the Titans, and more (12:00). Brian and Jamie later end with some leftover World Series thoughts, their best bets of Week 9, and some Chiefs-Pats dynasty comparisons (51:10). 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. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Graff Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian details the Celtics’ overtime loss to the Pacers, Neemias Queta’s unsung performance, how the Celtics will bounce back, and more (0:30). Then, he discusses a disappointing start to the Bruins’ season, and whether they have enough talent to truly be competitive this year (29:30). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about some new eyebrow-raising comments from Joe Mazzulla (35:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with CLNS’s Evan Valenti about the Celtics' win over the Bucks, Payton Pritchard’s stellar game, this year’s team compared to last year’s, and more (1:00). Brian and Jamie close the show with some odds and ends, including the Patriots trading edge rusher Joshua Uche (1:00:20). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Evan Valenti 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 Patriots’ upset win over the Jets in Foxborough, the team responding to Jerod Mayo’s challenge, Drake Maye’s injury, potential trades at the deadline, and more (1:00). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics, who beat the Pistons on Saturday night (17:55). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls on the Patriots’ win (37:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 recaps the Celtics’ easy win over the Wizards, as well as the Bruins’ third straight loss (1:00). Then, he chats with Mad Dog Sports’ Adam Schein about the upcoming Pats-Jets game, what has gone wrong for the Jets this season, the new lows for the Pats, and the upcoming Yankees-Dodgers World Series (29:40). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 8 (1:00:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Adam Schein Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian details an impressive Celtics win over the Knicks on the night they raised banner 18 into the rafters at the Garden (1:00). Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Nick ‘Fitzy’ Stevens about the Patriots’ tough season, Bill Belichick’s eyebrow-raising comments this week about the team, whether Jerod Mayo is in over his head, and more (36:10). Then, Brian takes a few listener calls, before he and Jamie close out the show with some final thoughts on the Celtics’ win (1:15:40). We want to hear from you! 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nick ‘Fitzy’ Stevens Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses another tough loss for the Patriots in London against the Jaguars and the mounting scrutiny surrounding the Pats coaching staff (0:30). Then, he chats with James White about the loss, the growing disconnect between the players and the coaches, Drake Maye’s solid performance, and more (32:20). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and commiserate about the Pats (47:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 discusses the latest Patriots news, including growing fractures between the coaching staff and the players as well as a preview of the Pats’ upcoming game against the Jaguars in London (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about some top predictions and thoughts about the upcoming Celtics season, including some bullish Payton Pritchard predictions and who might be the C’s top competition in the East (16:25). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about Tom Brady’s ownership stake in the Raiders and how that might affect his broadcasting future, and they give out their best bets for Week 7 (1:22:15). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 the Boston Herald’s Zack Cox about the Celtics’ preseason thus far before moving on to the Pats and Drake Maye’s debut last Sunday, Jerod Mayo’s comments on the roster, an assessment of the Patriots receivers, and more (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Bruins’ first week of the season, as the team has gone 2-2-0 (35:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and discuss some recent NFL trades and Bill Belichick’s comments on the 'ManningCast.' (47:10) We want to hear from you! 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ blowout loss to the Jaguars, Drake Maye’s promising debut, some explosive plays on offense, what’s causing the Pats’ shaky run defense, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie offer up some last thoughts on Maye’s first start (26:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about Drake Maye’s much-anticipated start on Sunday versus the Texans, how the Patriots’ offensive scheme will highlight Maye’s strengths, which Patriots receiver will benefit most from the rookie QB’s presence, and whether the Pats have a chance versus Houston (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their best bets for Week 6 and discuss the MLB playoffs (48:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 discusses the news that Drake Maye will start at quarterback for the Pats this Sunday and why the team decided to make the change (1:00). Then, he details the Bruins’ opening-night loss to the Panthers and why it was such a disappointing start to the season (19:55). Next, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about 'The Boston Globe Story of the Celtics,' his new book about the history of the franchise and its different eras. They also remember Red Sox great Luis Tiant (34:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call about Drake Maye (1:11:20). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Finn Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Patriots’ ugly loss to the Dolphins, some sloppy play across the board, bad coaching decisions from Jerod Mayo and his staff, and when we might see Drake Maye in at quarterback (0:55). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics’ preseason games against the Nuggets in Abu Dhabi, as well as Jeremy Swayman’s new contract with the Bruins (27:50). Brian and Jamie end with a couple listener calls on the Celtics and Pats (41:35). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with a lesson the Red Sox could learn from the teams currently still in the playoffs, then looks at Pats offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt’s unimpressive record after four games (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the upcoming Patriots-Dolphins game, the MLB playoffs, Bill Belichick’s future, and more (20:45). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 5 (44:30). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 discusses the Patriots' woeful offense, the Sox’s end-of-season press conference, and the contract standoff between the Bruins and Jeremy Swayman (1:00). Then, Brian chats with NBC Sports’ Chris Forsberg about the Celtics as they open up training camp, a chip on their shoulders after a summer of slights, how the team will deal with Kristaps Porzingis’s injury, and more (28:20). Brian and Jamie end with some emails on the Sox and Pats (1:13:40). 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 at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Forsberg 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’ tough loss to San Francisco, the offensive line’s continued struggles, how the Pats can game-plan to minimize their weaknesses on offense, Kendrick Bourne’s potential return, and more (1:00). Then, Brian discusses the blockbuster Knicks trade that sends Karl-Anthony Towns to New York and the Red Sox’s disappointing end to the season (33:35). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on Joe Castiglione’s retirement and some other media nuggets from the NFL (57:00). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 shares a couple of leftover thoughts as the Celtics get started with the preseason (1:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ Ted Johnson about the Patriots’ upcoming game against the 49ers, the ways opponents have been exposing the Pats on offense and defense, how the Pats can possibly have a shot against the Niners, game picks, and more (12:35). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their best bets for Week 4 (41:30). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 shares his thoughts after the Celtics hold their first media day of the season, including how the team will adapt without Kristaps Porzingis to start the season and how the team will cope with the impending sale of the franchise (0:30). Then, Brian chats with MassLive’s Mark Daniels about the Patriots following their 1-2 start, issues with the secondary, the lack of production from the team’s wide receivers, potential landing spots for Bill Belichick, and more (24:35). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener emails on the Pats and C’s (1:00:00). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Mark Daniels Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian shares his Sunday Thoughts including when he thinks Drake Maye will start for the Patriots and why, Derrick White’s chances of being an all-star, the Sox’s top priorities heading into the offseason, who he thinks the most popular Celtic will be this upcoming season, and more. Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Sunday thoughts. 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Patriots' blowout loss to the Jets, the offensive line's dreadful performance, whether the Pats can even think about starting Drake Maye given their leaky protection, Super Bowl LI memories, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes a couple of listener calls on the game (36:00). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 3 (48:10). 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. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 NBC Sports’ Tom Giles about the Patriots season thus far, their struggles with the passing game, how the secondary will fare against Aaron Rodgers and the Jets, and game picks (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie take a listener call, chat about Bill Belichick’s latest comments on the ManningCast, and discuss Pats-Jets a bit before getting into some surprising Celtics snubs in the NBA player and coach rankings from CBS Sports (39:30). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ overtime loss to Seattle, some crucial missed opportunities that cost the Pats the game, a lack of production from the Pats receivers, the 2014-15 Pats Super Bowl–winning team, and more (0:30). Then, Brian discusses reports of tension between Wyc and Irv Grousbeck regarding the Celtics’ sale, and some Sox-Yanks drama (34:45). Finally, Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and some final thoughts on the Pats (44:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 two-time Super Bowl champ Christian Fauria about some of his favorite teammates from the 2000s Pats dynasty, the Pats rushing attack against a stout Seattle defense, how the Pats can attack a shaky Seahawks offensive line, game picks, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their best bets for the Patriots game and across the NFL for Week 2 of the season (45:40). 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 at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Christian Fauria 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’ win on Sunday, Rhamondre Stevenson’s great game, defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington’s brilliant game plan against the Bengals offense, an early preview of the Seahawks-Pats game in Week 2, and more (0:30). Then, Brian discusses whether or not the Pats can have success with a limited passing game before he switches to the Red Sox, who are miraculously still in the wild-card race (42:45). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls and chat about Bill Belichick’s debut on the ManningCast (53:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ surprising win in Cincinnati, the Patriots’ impressive rushing attack, Jacoby Brissett’s mistake-free play, Jerod Mayo’s first win as the Pats’ head coach, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a couple listener calls and discuss the keys to the game, Tom Brady’s shaky debut as a color announcer, and review some best bets from week 1 (18:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Bengals’ radio broadcaster, Dan Hoard, about the upcoming Patriots-Bengals game, Ja'Marr Chase’s contract dispute, Joe Burrow’s recovery from elbow surgery, the Bengals' impressive offensive line, and how the Pats can potentially keep up (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their picks for the Pats game, plus some other Week 1 bets and their Super Bowl predictions (19:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Dan Hoard 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 upcoming Patriots season, impressions of Jerod Mayo thus far, the selection of Drake Maye over other roster needs in the draft, Alex Van Pelt’s offense, and more (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener email before chatting about the Red Sox’s tailspin and Bill O’Brien’s first win as the head coach of Boston College (38:15). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 goes over his top Patriots questions heading into the season. He dives into Rhamondre Stevenson’s upcoming season, a preview of the Pats’ rookie wide receivers, what offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt brings to the table, and more (0:45). Then, he talks about the NBA title betting odds for the 2024-25 season, and why the Celtics could be set up nicely to repeat (31:15). Finally, he takes some calls before he and Jamie wrap up (43:40). 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 at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the news that Jacoby Brissett will start at QB for the Pats, and why the team went with Brissett over Drake Maye (0:45). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Tate Frazier about their favorite NFL futures bets, including their picks for MVP, rookie of the year, coach of the year, comeback player of the year, and more (22:10). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about the bets, and offer up a few more (49:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tate Frazier Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Boston.com’s Khari Thompson about the Patriots' final roster heading into the season, some notable cuts, the wide receiver depth chart, offensive line struggles, Drake Maye’s timeline, and more (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about Bill Belichick’s media engagements, early impressions of Jerod Mayo, and Eliot Wolf’s tenure (32:15). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 goes over the Pats’ preseason finale against the Commanders, some impressive plays from Drake Maye, some dreadful ones from the offensive line, and the quarterback competition between Maye and Jacoby Brissett (0:40). Then, he recaps the Sox’s tough weekend; they were swept at home by the Diamondbacks, and their pitching continues to falter (24:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the Sox and chat about Drake Maye’s night (44:40). 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 at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Boston Globe’s Alex Speier about the Red Sox’s winning road trip, this team’s impressive resilience, the return of Triston Casas, Ceddanne Rafaela’s strong rookie season, and more (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call, before Brian shares an optimistic view of the Pats’ future—among other football thoughts. Later, they discuss some NFL futures bets (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 [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Alex Speier Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Mass Live’s Mark Daniels about Drake Maye’s rise following his solid performance in the Eagles game, covering Jerod Mayo vs. covering Bill Belichick, Kendrick Bourne’s health status, the Pats’ kicking competition, and more (0:40). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about the upcoming college football season, and who might be in the mix to buy the Celtics (43:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Mark Daniels Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian shares his Sunday Thoughts, including whether Drake Maye should be the Pats’ starting QB to open the season, ongoing concerns along the offensive line, and rookie wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk’s strong training camp (0:45). Then, he shifts to the Red Sox and their weekend series split with the Orioles, a look at the increasingly disastrous Chris Sale trade, and whether the Red Sox have enough pitching to make the playoffs (22:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and chat about the Red Sox (39:40). 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 at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Patriots’ preseason game against the Eagles, including a promising performance from Drake Maye, a shaky one from Jacoby Brissett, and more offensive line woes. He also discusses Matthew Judon getting traded to the Falcons for a third-round pick (0:30). Brian then chats with The Ringer’s Danny Heifetz about the upcoming fantasy football season, draft tips, whether or not there are any Pats players worth drafting, and more (37:40). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call, and chat about Drake Maye’s night (1:11:20). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Danny Heifetz 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’ practice with the Eagles on Tuesday, the Pats O-line struggling against the Eagles D, Drake Maye’s progress, Jerod Mayo’s coaching style vs. Bill Belichick’s, and more (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener call and talk about the Celtics’ schedule release (48:40). 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 at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 chats with SiriusXM’s Justin Termine about Jayson Tatum’s 2024 Olympic run and who is the biggest threat to the Celtics in the East. Then he discusses the news of James Paxton’s injury, the Red Sox's pitching woes, and Brandon Aiyuk’s response to the Patriots. 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Justin Termine Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian shares his thoughts on the Patriots’ first preseason game, including the first look at Drake Maye and Jacoby Brissett. He also talks about Team USA’s exciting win over Serbia, another game in which Jayson Tatum did not play (0:40). Then, he chats with NESN’s Tom Caron about the Red Sox’s solid play as of late, some worrying signs from the pitching rotation, their top-rated offense, and more (23:35). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about Brian’s fantasy football draft (1:00:55). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tom Caron Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about Patriots training camp, Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors, Drake Maye and Jacoby Brissett play, the Pats’ rookie wide receivers, and more (0:45). Then, Brian recaps Team USA’s quarterfinal win over Brazil and checks in on the Celtics players’ performances (44:40). Brian and Jamie end with some Olympics talk(1:02:00). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Graff Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian shares his Sunday Thoughts, including whether Pats fans should be worried about rookie QB Drake Maye, the reasons behind Bill Belichick’s heavy media workload this fall, Team USA’s chances as they enter the knockout round of the Olympics, and more (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie take a call and chat about Brian’s Sunday Thoughts (50:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Team USA’s win over South Sudan in the Olympics, Jayson Tatum’s role on the team, Derrick White’s continued excellence, other Olympic contenders around the world, and more (0:45). Then, Brian breaks down the Red Sox’s series against the Mariners, including a walk-off win to clinch the series on Wednesday afternoon (25:25). Finally, he addresses some Pats drama, like Matthew Judon’s messy contract negotiations (41:00). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Sox Prospects’ Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s moves before the trade deadline, including some pitching help from the likes of Luis Garcia from the Angels, Lucas Sims from the Reds, and Quinn Priester from the Pirates. They also discuss what the Sox had to give up in the trades and whether the moves will be enough to get the team back into the postseason (0:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 breaks down Team USA’s win over Serbia on Sunday, including the surprising decision to not play Jayson Tatum (0:40). Then, Brian recaps the Red Sox’s disappointing weekend, losing two of three to the Yankees, and discusses the reasons behind their slump (25:50). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and talk about the Olympics (56:30). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Ben Lindbergh about Red Sox manager Alex Cora’s three-year contract extension, a tough West Coast road trip for the team, the Sox’s shopping list for the trade deadline, and the upcoming Red Sox–Yankees weekend series (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie each unveil their top five biggest Boston sports villains lists, along with some honorable mentions (36:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ben Lindbergh Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with 98.5 The Sports Hub’s Joe Murray about the start of training camp for the Patriots, initial impressions of Jerod Mayo, the QB depth chart entering the season, a look around the AFC East, and more (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about the new season of ‘Hard Knocks,’ Team USA basketball, and what the Sox will do at the MLB trade deadline (30:40). 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 at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 breaks down a disappointing series for the Red Sox in L.A., where the Sox’s bullpen weaknesses were exposed (0:40). Then, Brian shares some Sunday Thoughts on Sam Hauser’s contract extension, how the Celtics are set up to shine next season, the Patriots’ drive to improve their wide receiver corps, and more (21:00). Then, Brian and Jamie answer listener calls and emails, talk about the latest shock wave in the 2024 presidential race, and get into the British Open (1:03:15). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Lou Merloni about the Red Sox as they begin the second half of the season this weekend against the Dodgers. They talk about Craig Breslow’s thinking as the trade deadline approaches, potential sellers and players the Sox could target, the MVP of the team thus far, the Sox’s pitching staff, and more (0:40). Then, Brian and Jamie each give out their top five Boston athletes without a championship and give out their honorable mentions as well (40:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Lou Merloni Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Zack Cox about the Patriots’ upcoming season, then the two of them predict the team’s breakout player candidates, offensive MVP, defensive MVP, the quarterback depth chart, and more (0:40). Then, Brian and Jamie answer a listener email, and discuss Team USA, as well as the Red Sox’s top picks in the MLB draft (54:00). 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 visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. 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 Sox Prospects' Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s win over the Royals on Sunday, Devers’s sizzling-hot bat, players the Sox should go after at the deadline, and the All-Star break and festivities (0:40). Then, Brian and Jamie take a listener call on USA basketball and chat about the Celtics’ summer league squad and the Patriots’ skill-position players (42:25). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at [email protected]. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices