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Pats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal 036: The Tom Brady Tribute Episode!Tom Brady makes it to the Patriots Hall of Fame and Alec and Rich break down their favorite memories of the GOAT. From first impressions to favorite game to favorite Super Bowl to whether or not there will ever be another Brady, Alec and Rich cover it all.00:00 Intro02:45 First Down: First impressions of Brady 07:05 Second Down: Favorite Brady game15:05 Third Down: Favorite Super Bowl 25:02 Fourth Down: Favorite Brady memory 30:10 Extra Point: Who is the next Brady? 2024-06-1438 minPats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal 035: Summertime Blues and Lessons from the CelticsAlec Shane and Rich Hill breakdown the Patriots summer and lessons learned from the NBA Finals bound Celtics.Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNSGametime! Take the guesswork out of buying NBA tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an acco...2024-06-0341 minPats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal 033: Patriots Schedule Release!Alec Shane and Rich Hill are here to take a closer look at the New England Patriots' 2024 Season schedule, and make their predictions game-by-game. Can the Pats improve on last year? And how will the schedule effect their chances of doing so? That, and much more!---Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to...2024-05-1740 minPats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal 032 Patriots 2024 Draft RecapThe NFL Draft is is ocer and Alec Shane and Rich Hill give all their thoughts on what the Patriots future looks like after their 2024 NFL Draft.---Prize Picks! Get in on the excitement with PrizePicks, America’s No. 1 Fantasy Sports App, where you can turn your hoops knowledge into serious cash. Download the app today and use code CLNS for a first deposit match up to $100! Pick more. Pick less. It’s that Easy! Go to https://PrizePicks.com/CLNSGametime! Take the...2024-05-0647 minPats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal 031: The 2024 NFL Draft is Here!The NFL Draft is finally here and Alec Shane and Rich Hill give all their thoughts on what the Patriots will do, any surprises hat may come, and much more!---This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks, the official daily fantasy sports app of CLNS. Download the app today and use the promo code CLNS to get your first deposit matched up to $100. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-04-2545 minPats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal 030: Free Agency is Under Way!he New England Patriots entered free agency with the most cap space in the entire league, but they have yet to make a major splash bringing a new player into the fold. And yet, Rich and Alec can't help but love what the team has done so far- and are excited about the moves yet to come.Alec and Rich cover it all.---This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks, the official daily fantasy sports app of CLNS. Download the app today and use the promo code CLNS to get your...2024-03-1449 minPats Nation Network2023 NFL Season Week 1: Patriots vs. Eagles, Week 1 PreviewThe 2023 NFL Regular Season is finally upon us! The New England Patriots host the Philadelphia Eagles in week 1 and Mac Jones and company will have their hands full. Will the new Patriots offensive players stand out, or will the offseason woes for the offensive line continue against the vaunted Eagles defensive front? Will the New England defense continue to perform at an elite level?Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-09-0745 minPats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal: Final Roster and 2023 Season PreviewThe New England Patriots set their initial 53-man roster, but we know there's plenty of work still to do between now and opening kickoff. Were there any surprises? Where do the Patriots still have needs? What does that mean for the upcoming season and do we have any regular season predictions for players across the roster?Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-09-0142 minPats Nation Network2023 NFL Preseason Week 3: Patriots beat the Packers, prepare for final preseason game against the TitansThe New England Patriots beat the Green Bay Packers in the second preseason game and there was a lot to like- and a few areas with a clear need for improvement. There are a few players with a lot to prove during their final preseason game against the Tennessee Titans.Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-08-2435 minPats Nation Network2023 NFL Preseason Week 2: Patriots struggle against the Texans, prepare for the PackersThe New England Patriots lost to the Houston Texans in the first preseason game, but there were some winners on the roster to go with a wider group of losers. Hope is not lost, though, as Ezekiel Elliott joins the team and as the first team offense and defense are likely to take the field in the second preseason game, this time in Green Bay against the Packers.Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-08-1740 minPats Nation NetworkWhat to watch during the Patriots first preseason game against the Texans!The New England Patriots will play in their first preseason game of the 2023 NFL Season and we could not be more excited. There are camp battles still to play out, young players ready to emerge, and veterans trying to stamp their claim.Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-08-1035 minPats Nation NetworkPNN: Early winners from Patriots 2023 training campNew England Patriots training camp is underway and Mac Jones and the offense are cruising in Bill O'Brien's returned offensive scheme. The defense looks as strong as ever. There's an underheralded rookie wide receiver that's standing out. Foxborough Football is back, baby!Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-08-0424 minPats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal 002: The Most Perfect and Accurate Preview of the Patriots Draft!Obviously no one knows what Bill Belichick and the Patriots will be doing for the NFL Draft, but Rich Hill and Alec Shane try their best to break down New England, the team's needs, and players the Patriots should try to draft.DraftKings new customers: Bet $5 on Any Sport, Get $150 in Bonus Bets Instantly - Win or Lose!Use Promo Code At Sign-Up: PatsNationNew customers only. 21+ (18+ WY) and present in AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY. All promotions are...2023-04-2636 minPats Nation NetworkPatriots First and Goal Episode 001: Kicking off the 2023 NFL seasonAlec and Rich break down the New England Patriots 2023 offseason, where the team improved and what's left to do, and then turn their eyes towards the NFL draft.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-04-1945 min
Pats Nation NetworkA Special Announcement with Rich and Alec. Plus free agency and draft talkPat is joined by Rich Hill and Alec Shane to announce the movement of their podcast network. After telling everyone where they're going to be, they get into the Patriots free agent moves. Which ones are their favorites, and which did they find surprising? They finish the episode with some draft targets for the Patriots this season. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast, as the feed won't be changing! We will be changing our YouTube channel. It will now be Pats Nation Network on YouTube, and here is the link, make sure to subscribe there as well! https...2023-03-231h 05
Pats Nation NetworkPatriots fall to Bills to end disappointing, frustrating 2022 seasonIn a game that was true to the 2022 Patriots, fundamental errors led to the downfall of the team against the Bills, dashing the Patriots' playoff hopes. This time, it was the special teams unit that allowed 14 points on two kick returns in a game where 13 points was the ultimate difference. Both the defense and the offense looked competitive, but it was not enough.Thankfully, this season ended and now the Patriots can regroup for 2023. Where do they go from here?Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad...2023-01-1133 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 305: Giving our support to Damar Hamlin and his familyThe New England Patriots defeated the Miami Dolphins, but the outcome feels so unimportant relative to the health and safety of Damar Hamlin, the Buffalo Bills safety that is currently in critical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest and collapsing on the field against the Cincinnati Bengals. Players from around the league have come together to offer their support for Hamlin and his off-the-field causes, and you can too.
Hamlin started a fundraiser to provide toys for kids in needs in 2020 when he was a senior in college with a goal of raising $2,500. As of Wednesday evening, his foundation has...2023-01-0525 min
Pats Nation NetworkPatriots collapse against the Bengals, face must-win game against the DolphinsThe New England Patriots have two paths to the playoffs and both require a win next week over the Miami Dolphins. Beating the Bengals would've helped the Patriots chances, but for the second-straight week, a late New England turnover led to the Patriots demise. Can the Patriots finally take care of business against the Dolphins? Or will the Patriots' season end?Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-12-2953 min
Pats Nation NetworkHow the Patriots can beat the defending AFC Champion BengalsThe New England Patriots' postseason hopes were effectively dashed with last week's debacle against the Las Vegas Raiders. Any slim chance of reaching the playoffs requires a victory against the Cincinnati Bengals- a team that won the AFC crown last season. The Patriots are outmatched, but can they pull off an unlikely upset? Here's how.Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-12-2428 min
Pats Nation NetworkSpecial: An exclusive interview with Shane VereenBarrett got a chance to sit down and talk to Shane Vereen on a wide variety of topics. What it was like breaking into the NFL, how he always seemed to step up his game when the games mattered more, and what he is doing now. It's a great interview! Subscribe to get more exclusive content like this.
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Pats Nation NetworkPatriots collapse in epic fashion against the RaidersThe New England Patriots didn't need to lateral the football at the end of the game, and could've instead kneeled the ball to head into overtime, but that didn't happen. Instead, in a microcosm of the full season, the Patriots offense made an absolutely head-scratching decision that led to a turnover and a Raiders victory.The 2022 Patriots are not a good team and the loss to the Raiders essentially eliminated any chance the team had of reaching the postseason. Good riddance.Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your...2022-12-2029 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 301: Can Mac Jones and the Patriots beat Josh McDaniels and the Raiders?The New England Patriots are looking to notch their 8th win of the year and have a tough match-up against the Las Vegas Raiders, led by former offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. The Raiders have some key players on offense returning from injury, while the Patriots will likely be without two of their top three offensive players. This could get ugly, unless the Patriots defense can keep rising to the occasion.
Can they?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 300: Patriots screen pass their way to victory against the CardinalsHappy 300th episode to Alec and Rich, as they have the great fortune of breaking down a Patriots victory over the Cardinals! The offense wasn't great, but the defense was against a receiver-heavy Arizona passing attack, and that was enough for New England to move to 7-6 and into the driver's seat of a playoff spot.
So what did we learn? Can the Patriots offense sustain itself as it did against the Cardinals? Or was it a product of a weak Arizona defense? And can the defense play to this level against every opponent, or just against back-ups like Colt...2022-12-1429 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 299: Patriots face must-win game against the CardinalsThe New England Patriots sit at 6-6 and will likely have to win 4 of their remaining 5 games to reach the postseason. With games against the Bengals, Dolphins, and Bills on the horizon, the Patriots cannot afford to lose this Monday Night game against the Arizona Cardinals.
The Cardinals are led by Kyler Murray, whose mobility could give the Patriots fits, and the Cardinals offense that is limited only by its offensive line. The Arizona defense is one of the worst in the league- could they be the remedy that Mac Jones and the New England offense need? Or will the...2022-12-1030 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 298: Patriots, offense look terrible in loss to the BillsThe New England Patriots continued with their offensive struggles and Bill Belichick shows no signs of changing it up on offense. The team stands at 6-6 with 5 games left. What does the team have to do to get back on track and into the playoffs?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 297: Can Mac Jones and the Patriots beat the Bills in prime time?After losing a tough game on Thanksgiving against the Minnesota Vikings, the New England Patriots are at a crossroads. They have one of the most difficult remaining schedules over the rest of the season and they can't afford to lose any winnable game- and they'll have to steal an upset or two.
Can the Patriots beat the Buffalo Bills on Thursday Night Football? Josh Allen and the Bills have looked mortal as of late, but the Patriots have shown zero ability of stopping any quarterback that is willing to run. Can the Patriots pull off the upset? If so, how...2022-12-0245 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 296: Patriots beat the Jets and face the Vikings on ThanksgivingThe New England Patriots won an ugly game against the New York Jets and move to 6-4 on the year, including wins in five of their past six games. What are reasonable expectations for the Patriots offense, and can the defense keep up its lights out performances against better teams?
The Minnesota Vikings host the Patriots on Thanksgiving night and will give the New England defense their best test to date- and could provide an answer to the Patriots' red zone woes.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPatriots beat the Jets and face the Vikings on ThanksgivingIt wasn't pretty, but the New England Patriots beat the New York Jets thanks to a last-second punt return for a touchdown by rookie Marcus Jones, and now the Patriots sit at 6-4 and are climbing the ranks in the AFC. They have won five of their past six games and the defense is playing some of its best ball of the Bill Belichick era. Can they keep it up against the Minnesota Vikings on Thanksgiving day?Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2022-11-2302 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 295: Patriots take on the Jets out of the bye weekThe Patriots have the chance to reassert themselves within the AFC East. A win would elevate the Patriots to 6-4 and they would be just one game back of the division-leading Miami Dolphins (at 7-3) and potentially the Buffalo Bills (currently 6-3 with a game against the Cleveland Browns). A loss would drop the Patriots to 5-5 as they head into a streak of 4 straight prime time games.
Basically, the Patriots have to win here. Here's how they do it.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 294: Patriots beat Colts to take winning record into bye weekThe New England Patriots offense continues to struggle, while the defense put up its best performance of the year against the hapless Indianapolis Colts. Matthew Judon and the Patriots pass rush continue to compliment the savvy experience in the secondary and has elevated New England to yet another top 5 defense this year- but will Mac Jones and the offense squander the defense's performance? Can Matt Patricia figure out how to call plays on offense, or will the Patriots remain one of the most predictable offenses in the league?
The Patriots have the bye week to figure it out, but the...2022-11-0936 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 293: How the Patriots can knock off the ColtsThe Patriots are playing their last game before their bye week and they have a chance to get back above .500 with a win against the Colts. Indianapolis has a deceptively strong defense, but their offense is a mess. Can the Patriots pull off the victory? Or will the Colts repeat how they upset New England last season?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 292: How the Patriots pulled off the upset over the JetsMac Jones overcame a terrible day by the offensive line and the Patriots beat the Jets so Bill Belichick could move into sole possession of 2nd most wins of all time by a head coach. New England stalled again, and again, and again on offense as Mac faced the most pressure of his young career, Rhamondre Stevenson barely was able to get back to the line of scrimmage before facing a defender, and no receiver was really able to stand out. So, thankfully, Nick Folk had an incredible day with 5 field goals, including one 50+ yarder and three more 40+ yards.
Oh...2022-11-0230 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 291: Patriots face do-or-die game against the JetsThe Patriots find themselves in a surprisingly important matchup against the Jets this week as New York is riding a 4-game win streak and the Patriots are trying to claw their way back to .500 on the year. Can Mac Jones and the New England offense find their groove? Or will there be early calls for Bailey Zappe? And can the Patriots defense rally from their worst effort of the year against a Jets offense that's missing its star running back?
Can the Patriots win this one? If so, how will they pull it off?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkAnd everything went wrong for the Patriots against the BearsBill Belichick created a quarterback controversy. The defense couldn't generate a stop against a weak offense. The offense sputtered, was grand for two drives, and then sputtered again. There were a total of 10 turnover opportunities (fumbles and total interceptions) and 9 of them went in the Bears favor. This was easily the worst game of the season for the Patriots in what was supposed to be an easy win.What went wrong? Where do the Patriots go from here?Alec and Rich cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2022-10-2624 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 289: How the Patriots can destroy the BearsThe New England Patriots are coming off a strong victory over the Cleveland Browns and they get a match-up against the Chicago Bears that are a similar team to the Browns, but much worse. They're a run-heavy team without a passing attack, but also a weak offensive line! They're stronger in the secondary than they are up front, with their one star pass rusher, but they're worse than the Browns almost across the board!
Whether it's Bailey Zappe or Mac Jones under center, the Patriots should win this one handily. Here's how they'll do it.
Alec and Rich cover it...2022-10-2131 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 288: Patriots back on track with good win over the BrownsThe New England Patriots pulled out a convincing win over the Cleveland Browns as Bailey Zappe played relatively mistake-free at the quarterback position, and the defense stymied the once-potent Browns rushing attack. How did the Patriots have their best offensive day of the year? And how did the defense stop Nick Chubb and the Browns offense?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 287: How the Patriots can stop the BrownsThe New England Patriots will have their hands full against the Cleveland Browns and their #1 ranked rushing attack. Can the Patriots slow them down? Can the Bailey Zappe-led offense keep pace with the Browns, or even replicate their success from the prior week against the Lions? Who are the X factors?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 286: How the Patriots shut out the LionsThe Patriots did everything they could to support Bailey Zappe in his first NFL start. Rhamondre Stevenson was a beast on the ground. The offensive line was nearly flawless. The defense shutout the Lions, holding them to 0/6 on 4th down and even added a score of their own. What more could New England have done? How did they manage to pull off this victory?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 285: Patriots look to beat decimated Detroit Lions squadThe Patriots are facing a series of must-win games starting with one against a Lions squad dealing with an array of serious injuries. Can the Patriots take advantage on the #32 ranked Lions defense, even with Bailey Zappe under center? Or can the #1 ranked Lions offense outpace the New England offense?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 284: Patriots lose overtime thriller to the PackersIt's not often that a team falls to 1-3 and leaves you feeling...good? The New England Patriots scrapped their way to an overtime loss to the Green Bay Packers, led by third-string quarterback Bailey Zappe. The Patriots are now true underdogs and it's actually FUN to have no expectations, right? And even without expectations, the Patriots did a lot of really good things against the Packers and we even praise Matt Patricia.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 283: Do the Patriots have any chance against the Packers?The New England Patriots will be without starting quarterback Mac Jones and the huge question at hand is whether Brian Hoyer can keep the Patriots competitive. The offense has been growing in recent weeks, but Hoyer is a notable step down from Jones...right? What can Patriots fans expect on Sunday?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 282: Mac Jones injured in loss to RavensThe New England Patriots lost starting quarterback Mac Jones to an ankle injury that will sideline him for 4-8 weeks, which leaves the Patriots trying to both find his replacement and continuing to develop an offensive identity. Despite the loss to the Baltimore Ravens, there were some bright spots on offense as Devante Parker had a breakout performance and as the rushing attack remained strong, but what this team is missing is consistency- and having to replace Jones won't help.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 281: Patriots beat Steelers, have hard test against RavensThe New England Patriots barely beat the Pittsburgh Steelers, but a win is a win. There are some positive to take from the game, as well as some negatives. How does the victory set the Patriots up in their upcoming game against the Baltimore Ravens? Can the Patriots build a winning streak?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 280: Patriots looking for redemption against the SteelersThe New England Patriots head to Pittsburgh to take on the Steelers and aim to avoid an 0-2 start to the season. How can the Patriots shake off an ugly game against the Dolphins and find their footing on offense? How can the defense build off a strong opener against another middling offense? What factor will Steelers defensive coordinator Brian Flores play due to his familiarity with New England?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 279: Patriots washed out in MiamiThe Patriots were crushed by the Dolphins in Miami and it was ugly. The offense looked uninspired and the defense allowed a back-breaking play before the half. That said, there were some positives to take away and a (hopefully) bright future ahead.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 278: How the Patriots can (finally) beat the DolphinsThe Patriots kick off their season against the Dolphins in Miami, which has been a house of horrors for Bill Belichick and company. How can New England finally beat Miami in their own house? Who has to step on offense? Who are the players to watch on defense?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 277: End of preseason and Patriots roster cutdown predictions!The Patriots preseason is over and it's time to evaluate the whole preseason and predict who makes the initial roster.
Alec and Rich cover it all!
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 276: After ugly week of practice, Patriots beat the PanthersThe Patriots beat the Panthers in the second week of the preseason, and there's actually a bit to break down from this game. The team showed their hand as it relates to their projected depth chart- who were the starters and second stringers, versus who played in the second half- and some players stepped up to the challenge. There's a receiver that might be challenging for a roster spot, a linebacker that could emerge as a defensive standout, and defensive linemen that could knock off a veteran from the roster.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 275: What we learned from the Patriots-Giants preseason gameThe New England Patriots lost to the New York Giants in the opening week of preseason, but there was a lot to learn from this game. Which players stood out on offense or defense? What did the playing time suggest for the projected starters, top back-ups, and bubble players? Who are the players worth watching?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 274: Patriots kickoff the 2022 preseason against the GiantsIt's the first game of the New England Patriots' 2022 preseason as they play host to the New York Giants. The Patriots will be resting there starters, but there's still a lot to watch for. Which new players will stand out? Who are the projected starters?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 273: Welcome to the 2022 Patriots preseason!The 2022 Patriots preseason is underway and there are already a ton of great training camp storylines. What's the deal with the Patriots new offensive scheme? Which players are surprising and standing out? Who has the most to prove?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 272: Patriots 2022 NFL Draft is a little bit Strange!The New England Patriots 2022 NFL Draft has universally been panned as the worst in the league. The team made 3 of the biggest reaches in the entire draft with their first four picks, and that usually fares poorly- right? Or does Bill Belichick know exactly what he's found in Cole Strange, Tyquan Thornton, and Jack Jones?
Regardless, both Alec and Rich love the Marcus Jones picks. But what about the rest of the class? What does that mean for the team and its plans on defense?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 271: Preparing for the Patriots 2022 NFL DraftThe New England Patriots have some very clear needs on their roster after adding some players in free agency. What positions should the team address in the draft? Which positions are all set? Which prospects should everyone have their eyes on?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 270: Patriots make baffling moves to start 2022 free agencyThe New England Patriots were always going to have a tough time keeping their best defensive player, CB J.C. Jackson, as he was the top cornerback on the market. What they DIDN'T have to do what proactively trade away their best offensive player, RG Shaq Mason, for a bag of peanuts. Now, the Patriots have a hole on offense that they didn't need to have.
Woof.
What else is in store for the Patriots? Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 269: Setting the table for the Patriots 2022 offseason!The New England Patriots coaching staff was raided, Tom Brady retired, and New England has a plethora of key free agents they'll hope to retain. Who stays and who goes?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 268: Patriots season ends with a whimper against the BillsWell. That was terrible. But what else can be said about the New England Patriots annihilation at the hands of the Buffalo Bills? The Patriots defense played arguably the worst game of all time as the Bills offense pitched the first perfect game (all touchdowns, no punts, turnovers, or field goals) in NFL history, and Mac Jones turned the ball over a couple of times as the Patriots offense looked out of its depth.
So. The 2021 season is over. But the future feels pretty good, right? The Patriots drafted their quarterback of the future and brought aboard a dozen new...2022-01-1919 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 267: Patriots vs Bills Round 3, How New England Can Win!The New England Patriots are definitely underdogs against the Buffalo Bills and you only have to go back three weeks to see why: Josh Allen and the Bills offense absolutely dominated the New England defense, and Mac Jones and the Patriots offense were incapable of mounting a comeback. All the Bills need is a 10-point lead and it would feel insurmountable.
But what if that doesn't happen? What if the Patriots ground-control game from five weeks ago is a more reasonable comparison? What if Damien Harris and the Patriots offensive line dominate the Bills and the New England secondary force...2022-01-1324 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 266: Patriots limp into playoffs, collapse against DolphinsWhy couldn't the season be 17 weeks long? The New England Patriots put up a stinker against the Miami Dolphins in the regular season finale, securing a third round rematch against the Buffalo Bills during wild card weekend. The offense was bad, until they started moving the ball late in the game. The defense was great, until they couldn't make a stop. Special teams had a bad day.
Yikes. But does it matter as the Patriots still reached the postseason?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 265: Patriots prepare for season finale against the DolphinsSo the New England Patriots have a lot at stake in this season finale.
With a win and losses by the Titans, Chiefs, and Bills, the Patriots would be the #1 seed.
With a win and a loss by the Bills and a loss by one of the Titans or Chiefs, the Patriots would be the #2 seed.
With a win and a loss by the Bills, the Patriots would be the #3 seed.
With a win, the Patriots secure at least the #5 seed.
With a loss and a win by one of the Colts or Raiders, the Patriots would be the #6 seed.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 264: Patriots decimate the Jaguars to get back on trackThe New England Patriots didn't just take care of business against the Jacksonville Jaguars, they exceeded expectations against arguably the worst team in the league- which deserves some credit. Not every team is hanging 50 points on this Jaguars team, so while a victory in and of itself doesn't tell us much, the way that the Patriots did it deserves some attention.
Kristian Wilkerson had a breakout performance. Mac Jones was accurate again. The rushing attack couldn't be stopped. The offensive line was perfect in pass protection. Oh, and the defense was a beast.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 263: Patriots prepare to play a Jaguars team without a rosterThe Jacksonville Jaguars only have 35 players on their active roster as of Thursday morning as a dozen key players are on the COVID-19 reserve list. The Jaguars only have five offensive linemen on the active roster. There is no way they can effectively prepare for this week's game against the New England Patriots.
That said, doesn't that seem like the exact type of game that gives the Patriots some trouble? Hopefully the Patriots can execute well enough to win because if they lose to the Jaguars they should be relegated to the NCAA.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 262: Patriots have no answer for Josh Allen, BillsThere's no way around it: The Buffalo Bills were a much better team on Sunday than the New England Patriots. Josh Allen and the Bills were so effective that the Bills punter didn't have any work the entire game, and the Patriots offense was so hapless that they only had one score three-quarters of the way through the game.
But all hope is not lost! The Patriots can still recover- and here's how.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 261: Patriots face toughest test against the Bills with AFC East on the lineThe New England Patriots have a lot at stake when they host the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. A win and the Patriots can take one step closer to securing the AFC East crown and also keep pace atop the AFC. A loss, and the Patriots will almost surely be relegated to a wild card spot and likely a 6th or 7th seed.
So do the Patriots have what it takes to beat the Bills a second time this year? Or will Mac Jones and company limp their way into the postseason?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 260: Patriots put up a stinker against the ColtsSo, uh, what went right for the New England Patriots against the Indianapolis Colts? Mac Jones threw a couple ugly interceptions; the Colts blocked and returned a punt for a touchdown; the Patriots commit a penalty on a missed field goal that allowed the Colts to score; and they had their back broken by a Jonathan Taylor score at the end of the game after mounting a comeback.
Call it karmic retribution for Josh McDaniels leaving the Colts out in the cold a few years back, or call it sloppy play by New England. The Patriots didn't deserve to win...2021-12-2125 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 259: Patriots, Mac Jones take on the Colts on Saturday NightThe New England Patriots are in the driver's seat for the #1 seed in the AFC and will face a big test against running back Jonathan Taylor and the Indianapolis Colts. Taylor is the best running back in the league and the Colts offense is one of the best at protecting the football and scoring points. On the other side, the Colts defense is the best at forcing turnovers and will try to put the ball in Mac Jones' hands to win the game.
So can Jones do it? Who will have to step up on the New England offense to...2021-12-1633 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 258: Patriots dispatch Bills, go into the bye week #1 in the AFCSo that was certainly A GAME between the New England Patriots and the Buffalo Bills. Bill Belichick and the Patriots decided to only run the ball and the Bills couldn't stop them and that was basically the whole game.
What can the Patriots take from this game? A lot! The Bills aren't as good as people thought and the Patriots proved they could go toe-to-toe with any team in the AFC.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 257: Patriots face toughest test all year versus BillsThe New England Patriots and the Buffalo Bills are the two best teams in the AFC and the winner of the regular season series is likely to be the divisional champion. Mac Jones and the Patriots have to take on the best defense they've faced all year, while J.C. Jackson and the New England defense have to face one of the most explosive offenses in the league.
The Patriots might not have as much talent as the Bills, but they've been more consistent all season long- and especially over the past two months of the season. Will that be...2021-12-0425 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 256: Patriots roast the Titans on Thanksgiving weekendThe New England Patriots looked hopeless through six weeks as the coaches were calling cowardly plays and the defense was wildly inconsistent. Now, six weeks and six wins later, the Patriots are #2 in the conference and looking like the best team in the possibly the entire league. The offense is humming and the defense is consistently the best in the league.
And now with a comfortable win over the then-#1 team in the Tennessee Titans, the Patriots are cruising- and still have a lot of room to grow.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 255: Patriots shut out the Falcons, prepare to take on the TitansThe New England Patriots are the hottest team in the NFL, while the Tennessee Titans are collapsing under the weight of potentially insurmountable injuries. Will that matter this week? Can Mac Jones and the Patriots offense finally get the ball into the end zone with consistency? And can Kyle Van Noy and the New England defense continue locking down their opponents?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 254: Patriots turn the page to face the FalconsLast week, the New England Patriots walloped the Atlanta Falcons, while the Falcons were decimated by the Dallas Cowboys. The Patriots, obviously, would like to repeat their performance. The Falcons, understandably, would like to do anything but.
How can Mac Jones and company keep the offense rolling against a speedy Falcons defense? And how can Adrian Phillips and Kyle Dugger counter Matt Ryan and the Falcons offense?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 253: Patriots demolish the Browns 45-7The New England Patriots absolutely decimated the Cleveland Browns in as complete of a game as we've seen from this squad in a couple years. Mac Jones and the offense scored at will, and after an initial hiccup on the opening drive, the defense stifled the Browns offense at every turn.
How did New England do it? And what should we think about this team moving forward?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 252: Patriots have a tough match-up against the banged up BrownsThe Cleveland Browns are a walking injury, with their top two running backs and top receiver potentially unavailable this week. That said, the New England Patriots may not be in a position to capitalize as they deal with injuries of their own. Can Mac Jones and the Patriots tight ends take advantage of the Browns weakness on defense? And can the Patriots defensive line hold their own against one of the best- and highest-paid- units in the entire league?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 251: Patriots prepare for Gilmore Revenge GameThe New England Patriots finished the second quarter of the season with a 3-1 record, including a difficult overtime loss against one of the best teams in the NFC, which means that things are looking up. Can Mac Jones and the Patriots keep rolling into the second half of the season with this tough match-up against a stingy Carolina Panthers defense? Will Damien Harris be able to carry the load, or will someone else emerge on offense?
And on defense, how will the Patriots defense a Panthers offense that has plenty of question marks?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 250: Patriots turn a corner, beat the ChargersThe Patriots came up short against the New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Dallas Cowboys- the latter of two a sneeze away from New England pulling off the upset- but they finally got their signature victory of the early 2021 season by toppling the Los Angeles Chargers.
How did they do it? Who stood out on offense? Who deserves credit in the secondary? What can Patriots fans expect from the Patriots moving forward?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 249: How the Patriots match up against the ChargersThe Los Angeles Chargers will present a much more difficult challenge to the New England Patriots than the New York Jets. They have a rising star at quarterback, a trio of great offensive skill players, one of the best pass rushers in the NFL, and a couple young stars in their secondary.
So in which match-ups are the Patriots favored? And where can the Patriots try to focus their resources to control the game?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 248: Patriots knock out the JetsThe New England Patriots were unstoppable against a New York Jets team that shouldn't have bothered leaving New Jersey. Mac Jones and the Patriots offense scored on 9 of their 10 drives, and the New England defense put up a top-10 worthy outing after a poor showing versus Dallas.
So, now the question is: Is this Patriots team good? On one hand, they've been competitive against playoff teams and have one of the best point differentials in the league. On the other hand, their victories have come against the hapless Jets and the even-more hapless Houston Texans.
Next week will be a...2021-10-2729 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 247: How the Patriots can repeat their victory over the JetsThanks to four interceptions from New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson, the New England Patriots were able to win their first match-up pretty easily. The Patriots can't expect to get four turnovers again, so what can they learn from that match-up in order to get their third win of the year?
The Jets offense still runs through two players, and their defense is still one of the worst in the league. That said, the Patriots defense is so riddled with injuries that they might not be in position to take advantage.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 246: How the Cowboys outsmarted Bill BelichickThe New England Patriots are, like, five plays away from being undefeated.
If Damien Harris doesn't fumble against the Miami Dolphins.
If passes to Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith don't turn into 14 points for the New Orleans Saints.
If the Patriots treated midfield as 4-down territory at the end of the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
If the Patriots tried to score points before the half against the Dallas Cowboys. Or they didn't punt on 4th down at midfield in both the third quarter and in overtime. Or Jake Bailey's punt wasn't blocked. Or...
Basically, the Patriots are a...2021-10-1927 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 245: How the Patriots can take down the TexansThe New England Patriots are about four turnovers away from being 4-0 this year, and yet they're 1-3. The problem is that they've dug themselves into a huge hole to start the year, but at least they know what they have to do to fix it (protect the ball!).
Fortunately, with the Houston Texans hosting the Patriots in week 5, New England should be in prime position to have a rebound game. The Texans offense boasts old friend Brandin Cooks and not much else, while the defense has been abysmal. So what's the Patriots' blueprint to win?
Alec and Rich cover...2021-10-0724 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 244: Patriots lose a close one to the BuccaneersBill Belichick giveth and Bill Belichick taketh away. In a masterclass of defensive scheming against Tom Brady and his trio of All Pro receivers, Belichick put the defense in the best possible position to succeed.
Only for Belichick to flub away the game on the offensive side of the ball with cowardly decisions to punt on 4th and 2 before the half and to kick the near-impossible field goal at the end of the game instead of putting the ball in the hand of his rookie quarterback that was dealing all game.
What can we learn from this game? A lot...2021-10-0634 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 243: Do the Patriots even have a chance against the Buccaneers?The New England Patriots need a win in week 4 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to avoid falling to 1-3 for the first time since 2001. Can the Patriots defense stop the All Pro studded Bucs offense, led by Tom Brady? And can the offense led by Mac Jones get anything on the board against a Bucs defense with a terrific defensive front seven?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 242: Patriots wiped out by the SaintsThe Patriots had a pretty simple set of objectives against the Saints.
Protect the ball.
Stop Alvin Kamara
Do those two things and the Patriots should have been able to win handily. Unfortunately, Kamara picked up over 100 yards and a score, Mac Jones threw three interceptions, Jake Bailey had a punt blocked, and all the bounces went the Saints way in blowout fashion.
Alec and Rich break down everything that went sideways for the Patriots.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 241: So, uh, are the Saints even good?The New England Patriots are hoping to put together the first win streak of Mac Jones' career as they host the New Orleans Saints, and the Saints look ripe for demolition. There is no strong wide receiver on the roster with Michael Thomas on the reserves, and that means the entire offense is star running back Alvin Kamara.
So what should be the Patriots' defensive game plan?
And how can Jones, Josh McDaniels, and the offense draw up a game plan against a Saints defense that is dealing with a lot of injuries?
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 240: Patriots crush the Jets, get first win of 2021!The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets in pretty straightforward fashion: they won the turnover battle and they controlled the ball. What more could you ask for?
The Patriots put on a masterclass on how to win on offense with a rookie quarterback, and how to perfectly defend a different rookie quarterback while on defense. How'd they do it? Listen to find out.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 239: Mac Jones, Patriots try for first win of the year by beating the JetsThere is not a lot of star power on this New York Jets roster. One might say that makes them an easy target for the New England Patriots. One might also say that makes the Jets dangerous because they have nothing to lose.
The Patriots are coming off a disappointing, yet inspiring loss to the Dolphins in Week 1, while the Jets looked hapless against the Panthers. The Jets lost their starting left tackle, their punter, their waterboy, and probably a few other thing along the way, and the Patriots are primed to take advantage.
So how can the Patriots offense...2021-09-1622 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 238: Patriots lose to the Dolphins, but the future is brightThe New England Patriots running backs were both responsible for keeping the Patriots in the game and for giving it away. While Damien Harris had a strong showing, his late fumble cost the Patriots a chance to win, while Rhamondre Stevenson's fumble led to his benching for the foreseeable future. According to Expected Points modeling, those fumbles combined to take an expected 8 points off the board, with the reversal of either play likely allowing the Patriots to win the game.
That's brutal.
And even with that, the future is bright. Mac Jones looked excellent, as did Nelson Agholor, Jonnu Smith...2021-09-1526 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 237: How the Patriots can beat the Dolphins in the 2021 openerThe New England Patriots are embarking on a new season and they will be facing a host of familiar faces with the Miami Dolphins. Led by head coach, and former Patriots defensive mind, Brian Flores, the Dolphins are stacked with former Patriots- from Adam Butler to Elandon Robert to Jason McCourty, which means they'll be ready for the Patriots.
Will the Patriots be ready for the Dolphins?
Mac Jones will lead a host of new faces in the Patriots' passing attack against one of the best secondaries in the entire league in a clear mismatch, but will Damien Harris and...2021-09-0932 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 236: Mac Jones beats Cam Newton for starting job as Patriots make final roster cutsThe New England Patriots made their final roster cuts to create their opening roster and there was just one quarterback to make the team: first round rookie Mac Jones. No Cam Newton. No Brian Hoyer. Only Jones, who should be written in as the week 1 starter in permanent marker. Jones won the job outright with his consistency, growth, and leadership and should be the starter for a long time.
As for the other positions on the roster, the Patriots kept an undrafted rookie free agent on the initial roster for the 18th straight year, the oft-maligned N'Keal Harry and Joejuan...2021-09-0141 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 235: Mac Jones has a chance to win the QB battle, and other Patriots preseason nuggetsThe New England Patriots shellacked the Philadelphia Eagles 35-0 in the second week of the preseason. And while the Pats were going up against the Philly back-ups, such a striking shutout meant something was going right. So who won the most a strong week 2 outing and who has the most to prove heading into the final week of the preseason?
Oh, and the door is wide open for Mac Jones to win the starting job. No big deal.
Alec and Rich cover it all.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 234: Patriots beat Washington, prepare to beat the EaglesA lot of young players performed at a high level for the New England Patriots in the opening game of the 2021 NFL Preseason. QB Mac Jones threw the ball well, while running backs J.J. Taylor and Rhamondre Stevenson combined for 168 yards and 2 touchdowns. On defense, edge defenders Josh Uche and Ronnie Perkins look like quality pieces to give the Patriots a lot of versatility in the defensive front seven, and Kyle Dugger looks to be a star in the secondary.
Not everything was roses. At wide receiver, N'Keal Harry and Kristian Wilkerson were inconsistent and not very productive, and...2021-08-1924 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 233: Previewing the Patriots first preseason game of 2021The New England Patriots are about to kick off the 2021 NFL Preseason against the Washington Football Team and there are a lot of question marks surrounding the team- but most are good!
Can N'Keal Harry translate his strong preseason into on-field production? Can J.J. Taylor and Kristian Wilkerson steal the spotlight? Will Carl Davis and Harvey Langi develop into defensive depth pieces? And can Michael Jackson Sr. cement a roster spot?
Alec and Rich break it all down!
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 232: Cam Newton wins starting QB job, N'Keal Harry surprises manyNew England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton held off rookie first round pick Mac Jones for the starting job, while many second- and third-year players have emerged as key contributors for the Patriots squad. Will Kyle Dugger and Josh Uche continue to make an impact on defense? And will N'Keal Harry be able to build off his strong summer to be a productive receiver in the offense?
Alec and Rich break down training camp standouts on both offense and defense, and where the competition continues to rage on.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 231: Welcome to the 2021 Patriots Preseason Preview!The New England Patriots overhauled their roster this offseason and there are a lot of major competitions taking place, whether it's Cam Newton and Mac Jones at quarterback or Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry at tight end. But what are some of the other key competitions taking place, which players have the inside edge, and which players are going to win the hearts of Patriots fans everywhere?
Alec and Rich break down everything about the Patriots 2021 training camp.
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Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 230: Patriots have an absolute dream of a 2021 NFL DraftThe New England Patriots entered the 2021 NFL Draft in need of a quarterback of the future and with a goal of improving their defensive front seven after a disastrous 2020 season defending the run.
So Alabama QB Mac Jones, the most efficient quarterback in college football history, fell into their laps at 15th overall. And Alabama DL Christian Barmore slipped into the second round at 38th overall. And Oklahoma ED Ronnie Perkins, one of the truly elite edge defenders in the draft, was available at 96th overall.
Mission accomplished by the Patriots, and then some. Listen to Alec and Rich break...2021-05-0542 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 212: Patriots will have hands full versus Ravens, Lamar JacksonThey boast the league's #1 ranked defense and also feature a top 10 offense. They have the reigning MVP, a great tight end, and a cast of great defenders that can all rise to the occasion to make the play. This could have described the New England Patriots of just a couple years ago, but instead we're talking about the Baltimore Ravens and Lamar Jackson.
The Ravens lead the league in rushing yards and the Patriots rushing defense ranks, ugh, 31st by DVOA. So do the Patriots have any chance of slowing the Baltimore attack while they're on defense? Alec and Rich...2020-11-1321 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 189: Recapping and projecting the success of the 2020 Patriots draftThe New England Patriots' 2020 NFL Draft Class and its additional undrafted free agent signings are in the books and the Patriots are certainly in a better position than they were before an undeniably quintessential Bill Belichick draft class.
A second-round defensive back? Absolutely. A linebacker from Alabama? Sure! A fifth-round special teamer? Of course. And at least a couple undrafted players that have a good chance of making the roster? Without a doubt.
Alec and Rich break down each draft selection and where they fit in on the Patriots roster, analyze the chances of the undrafted players making the roster...2020-05-0544 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit Podcast Ep. 188: Preparing for the 2020 NFL DraftTom Brady has moved on from New England, and so have the Pats Pulpit crew, as Rich and Alec turn their focus towards the 2020 NFL Draft. How does the roster look after the initial wave of free agency? Where are the glaring needs? And which players should Patriots fans keep their eyes peeled to see on draft night?
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Pats Nation NetworkThe Scho Show Episode 95: Stern and ShaneOn the 95th installment of The Scho Show we have a tremendous pairing: Stern and Shane.
In the first half of the show, Mark Schofield shares his takeaways from Tom Brady's big interview with Howard Stern. Thoughts on the Brady vs. Belichick question, how Brady viewed his time in New England, and whether we all knew this was the final ride.
In the second half of the show, Shane Alexander comes out of retirement to talk about the draft. While a Green Bay Packers fan and a huge Alabama football supporter, Shane has a bit of a secret: His love...2020-04-0938 min
Pats Nation Network2019 NFL Week 9: Patriots suffer first loss, head into bye weekThe New England Patriots suffered their first loss of the 2019 NFL season, succumbing to the Baltimore Ravens, and yet the sky has not fallen. The Patriots remain 8-1, atop the AFC, and in full control of homefield advantage. They have a bye week to lick their wounds and figure out how to approach the rest of the season.And how should they approach it? What did the Ravens reveal about the Patriots defense that other teams might be able to copy? Why has the New England offense struggled so greatly for most of this year? And what's...2019-11-0634 min
Pats Nation NetworkPats Pulpit: Radio Rewind - Episode #8Episode 8 of Pats Pulpit: Radio Rewind is here to get you caught up on the previous week of work and get you ready for the weekend ahead. Each week, Pats Pulpit: Radio Rewind will share with you some of the best that the Pats Pulpit Podcast Network had to offer across our array of shows: From our flagship Pats Pulpit Podcast with Alec Shane and Rich Hill, to Patriot Nation with Pat Lane and Ryan Spagnoli, to The Scho Show and our newest show, Pulpit Playback.
In addition, the show allows us to catch listeners up with any last minute...2019-11-0226 min