Zolak & Bertrand

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to the Patriots win over the Jets on Thursday Night Football.(13:14) The crew touches on vibes being high with the Patriots and Gillette Stadium feeling like the Tom Brady era last night.(22:34) We look back at the win totals from everyone on the Patriots before the season.(33:21) The Football Card.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour giving their final thoughts on the Patriots ahead of Thursday Night Football tonight.(14:59) Zo and Beetle highlight the opportunity the Patriots have tonight to show off in a standalone game similar to the game at Buffalo. (20:27) The NFL owners have proposed a ban on the annual team report card. The charge is reportedly being led by Jets Owner Woody Johnson. The crew reacts to this news.(32:57) We close out the show with the takeaways from today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour discussing how the Patriots need to beat the Jets tonight and have no excuses if they lose. (14:09) UMass football lit off fireworks after a field goal that put them on the scoreboard last night despite being down 45-3 at the time. The crew gives their thoughts on another UMass lowlight. (25:12) We question the initial trade of Rafael Devers and why the Red Sox felt it was necessary to move on from him given the return. Plus the Red Sox President Sam Kennedy discussed the need to fill the void at 3rd base. (34:49) Zo and Beetle close the hour answering more of your calls and questions on everything. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour continuing the discussion on the disaster that is the UMass Football program and what they need to do to stop being a national embarrassment. (10:53) The crew discusses Zo’s interview with Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf, specifically the impact of their rookie class and free agent signings.(21:34) We answer your calls and reactions on everything. (30:59) Zo and Beetle question if the Patriots have the inside track for the #1 seed in the AFC. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show debating how bad a loss tonight would be against the Jets and the possibility of this game being a tough spot. (9:39) David Andrews firmly believes this is NOT a trap game for the Patriots. The crew reacts. (19:55) Connor Hughes on SNYJets said the Jets had heavy interest in hiring Mike Vrabel as their head coach. Zo and Beetle give their thoughts on this what-if situation from the offseason. (31:30) Zo and Beetle end the hour with a rant about how horrendous the UMass Football team is, which includes kicking a field goal down by 45 points last night to avoid being shut out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) The show starts the hour with Rob Gronkowski’s official retirement with the Patriots signing a one day contract with the team. (14:26) We react to Rob Gronkowski seemingly struggling to say anything positive about Bill Belichick. (20:56) Is the upcoming game against the Jets a must win? The crew debates the importance of taking care of business on Thursday night. (30:43) We close out the show with the takeaways from today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Albert Breer of SI and MMQB joins Zolak and Bertrand in-studio to tell us whether he is jumping on the Patriots hype train.(10:52) Albert Breer gives his thoughts on Drake Maye’s MVP candidacy and if he has become the clear cut #1 QB from the 2024 draft class. (24:10) We discuss where Josh McDaniels could potentially end up if given another opportunity to be a head coach. (33:00) The crew questions why the Patriots struggle to defend opening drives so much this year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour with your calls and reactions on everything. (8:57) We debate if David Pastrnak should be named captain of the Bruins given his teammates reaction to his 400th goal.(15:54) Damien Woody believes the Bills Super Bowl window is closing. The crew questions if Buffalo has spoiled the better part of Josh Allen’s prime(23:56) Zo and Beetle end the hour discussing the Chiefs, Ravens, and Bills as potential road playoff teams wreaking havoc in the AFC. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin today’s show discussing the growth of the Patriots hype train, which includes Greg Bedard officially calling them a Super Bowl contender. (13:47) The crew reacts to Tom Brady having the Patriots ranked 3rd in his updated power rankings. (23:02) Zo and Beetle question if it is time to hit the panic button on the Celtics following their inability to execute late in the game against the 76ers, and falling to 5-7 on the season. (32:58) Zo and Beetle close the hour discussing the Bruins winning their 7th straight game and David Pastrnak scoring his 400th career goal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour recapping Chris Cotillo’s response to the show on the Jarren Duran contract situation. (10:59) The crew is joined by Celia Oswitch on a special edition of Tail-Waggin Tuesday on this Veterans Day. Plus an explanation of operation ‘Delta Dog’. (23:13) We answer more of your calls, questions, and reactions on everything.(32:45) Zo and Beetle close out the show with the takeaways from today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand are joined by Mike Reiss of ESPN to discuss Kyle William’s impact in the Bucs game on Sunday and moving forward. (10:11) Mike Reiss gives his takeaways from the Buccaneers game on Sunday. (21:00) The crew discusses the in-game coaching decisions of Mike Vrabel and how they paid off. Plus Mike Reiss gives his three underrated Patriots this week. (30:04) Zo and Beetle debate if Stefon Diggs is the non-QB MVP of the Patriots.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour debating whether the Patriots made the right decision with their clock management at the end of the first half of the Bucs game. (10:50) Greg OIsen expressed his skepticism in the Patriots Super Bowl chances. The crew reacts. (22:33) Zo and Beetle answer your calls and reactions on everything.(34:17) We give a special shoutout to all the veterans out there and many thanks for your service. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show discussing Colin Cowherd’s belief that Drake Maye could be a legend. (13:46) The crew questions whether the Drake Maye and Patriots hype train has left the station after all the national media praise. (21:41) We highlight this Patriots team being a contender thanks in large part to learning how to win on the fly under Mike Vrabel. Plus, Zo & Beetle debate whether Matthew Stafford or Drake Maye should be at the top of the MVP conversation and which candidates have a realistic shot at actually winning it. (29:49) Zo and Beetle close out the hour with the callers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour discussing Rob Gronkowski returning to the Patriots on a one day contract to retire with the team.(10:28) The crew dives into the best sounds across the NFL from Sunday. (22:49) We get to more of your calls and reactions on everything. (36:34) Zo and Beetle close out the show with the takeaways from today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour discussing the resilience the Patriots showed going on the road and beating the Buccaneers off a bye week. (9:12) The crew dives into Read and Act. (21:46) We discuss Drake Maye being vaulted to the top of the MVP race leaguewide despite not having his best start against the Bucs. (32:42) New York Giants Head Coach Brian Daboll has been fired. Zo and Beetle react to this breaking news. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Former Patriot David Andrews joins Zolak & Bertrand in-studio to discuss the differences in culture and buy-in among this Patriots team under Mike Vrabel. (10:55) The crew debates with David Andrews how far this Patriots team can go. (24:17) We discuss what we saw from TreVeyon Henderson in his breakout game against the Buccaneers. (33:30) Zo and Beetle question whether the Patriots should have more crucial late season games flexed into PrimeTime as well as whether they agreed with Mike Vrabel’s end of first half clock management. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show recapping the Patriots' statement victory over the Buccaneers on Sunday. (13:23) The crew is fully bought in on the Patriots being a Super Bowl contender after their win in Tampa Bay despite the front office not making moves at the deadline to improve. (23:38) We highlight Drake Maye’s ability to take hits and still deliver perfect throws under pressure. Plus a discussion of Drake Maye closer to Patrick Mahomes than Josh Allen. (32:58) Zo and Beetle answer your calls and reactions on the Patriots victory over the Bucs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) RJ Bell of pregame.com joins the show to give you the best bets of Week 10.(16:00) Zo & Beetle discuss everything that was missed from this week in The Slack.(25:24) Some extended Slack. Plus, Zolak gives his MIAA projections for high school football playoffs beginning tonight.(35:54) Zo and Beetle close out the week with Fake Promo Friday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand are joined in-studio by Phil Perry from NBC Sports Boston to talk all things Patriots.(12:13) Zo & Beetle weigh the injury concern surrounding Drake Maye and his style of play.(20:49) The crew breakdown the Patriots Red Zone defensive woes.(30:32) The callers chime in with Phil Perry in his final segment on the show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour going right to the loaded phone lines. The crew wonder how to get Kyle Williams going while Kayshon Boutte is injured.(15:00) Zo and Beetle continue with the callers. The panel debates the AFC vs NFC.(23:17) The crew dive into Read & React.(36:48) Callers round out the hour on everything discussed in the show so far.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.