Zolak & Bertrand

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by continuing to listen to the Sounds of Sunday from NFL season Week 1. (15:01) The guys jump back in to discuss Tom Brady’s broadcasting debut for the Browns vs Cowboys.  (25:30) The crew dives back in discussing Joe Cardone’s big moment. (36:04) Zo and Beetle finish up the show with Today’s Takeaways.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the third hour discussing the Patriots win over the Bengals and taking listeners calls.  (9:38) The guys jump back analyzing the Patriots defensive performance without Matthew Judon.  (19:58) The crew gets right back to it discussing the news that Jacoby Brissett cried three times before the start of the game! (30:25) Zo and Beetle finish up the hour listening to the Sounds of Sunday from NFL season Week 1.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the second hour discussing the momentum that the Patriots have after this massive win over the Bengals. (10:10) The guys jump back in discussing Jacoby Brissett’s performance and his impact in yesterday’s game. (23:16) We dive into the biggest storylines around the NFL with Read & React.  (34:23) Zo and Beetle wrap up the hour by diving into the news that Bill Belichick wants to get back to coaching next year.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the first hour discussing the Patriots upset over the Bengals. (11:16) The crew jumps back in giving praise to Jerod Mayo after he has secured his first win as the Patriots head coach. (21:45) Zo and Beetle continue to discuss the Patriots shocking win over the Bengals pointing out areas that saw success.  (31:46) Zolak and Bertrand finish up the hour with X’s and Zo’s!

(00:00) RJ Bell, Pregame.com, joins the show to discuss the Patriots & Bengals game, Packers & Eagles in Brazil, and The Football Card.  (15:02) The crew continues discussing Javon Baker's Instagram Live, Aaron Hernandez documentary, and Karen Read trial. (25:49) The guys talk about the Worcester video, the Patriots game Sunday, and Zo’s trip to Cincinnati. (28:49) Fake Promo Friday.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the third hour with Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston joining the show to discuss the outlook for the Patriots in Week 1. (9:51) The crew touches on the first game of the NFL season and why Perry can’t see any other team than the Chiefs winning the Super Bowl. (22:55) The guys touch on how much the offensive line will be in during Week 1. (32:20) We end the hour discussing if Javon Baker will suit up this Sunday for the Patriots opener. 

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the second hour discussing Javon Baker’s Instagram Live surrounding Logan ticket and overall attitude.   (14:41) The guys talk about Jerod Mayo on Davon Godchaux’s podcast and the level of buy-in amongst the group. (24:12) The crew dives into the big storylines around the NFL with Read & React. (35:39) We finish the hour with more thoughts on Baker’s behavior and the similarities between Dan Campbell and Jerod Mayo.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the first hour discussing the Chiefs-Ravens opener  (13:31) The crew comes back from break discussing their expectations for the Patriots after last night’s matchup between the Ravens and Chiefs. (22:37) The guys dive deeper into the Patriots game opener discussing turnovers, Alex Van Pelt and the offensive line, and what they need to do to walk away with a win.  (31:23) The guys finish the hour with The Football Card. Presented by BetMGM.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the fourth hour by debating whether the Patriots coaching staff and roster were stronger last year compared to this year. (12:16) Zo and Beetle jump back in discussing the recent news that Joey Chestnut will be doing a Bratwurst eating contest during the Patriots Bengals halftime show.  (24:28) New England Revolution head coach Caleb Porter joins the show and we wrap up with today's takeaways. 

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the third hour with Albert Breer in the studio discussing how Jerod Mayo needs to make an impact as head coach for his team to see some signs of success.  (14:03) The crew along with Albert Breer jump back in discussing current issues with the Patriots roster and whether it's time to make some moves?  (22:18) Zo and Beetle along with Albert Breer discuss the NFL going global. What are the pros and cons of NFL teams playing across the world?  (33:32) Zolak and Bertrand, joined by Albert Breer, finish up the hour discussing Alex Van Pelt as a one-and-done candidate.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the second hour welcoming Albert Breer to the show and discussing the Patriots quarterback battle and announcement.  (11:04) Zo and Beetle along with Albert Breer continue the conversation from the start of the hour.  (21:29) The crew, along with Albert Breer discuss the Brandon Aiyuk situation. The Patriots offered Aiyuk well over 80 million dollars! (36:08) Zo and Beetle, joined by Albert Breer, close out the hour discussing what will be the first source of drama for the Patriots this season.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the first hour discussing a blind resume from NBC Sports Boston simulcast research department about when the Patriots should start Drake Maye.  (12:20) The crew jumps back in comparing the Patriots situation this year to past NFL teams that have taken a quarterback with the third overall pick. (23:38) The guys discuss the current plan for Drake Maye, Greg Bedard says it makes no sense! (33:41) Zo and Beetle close out the hour discussing Bill Belichick joining Instagram. Along with the recent rumors surrounding Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kicked off the fourth and final hour disappointed with the Red Sox. What should be the Red Sox’s next move? (7:23) The guys jump back in to discuss Brad Marchand’s injuries and recent surgeries this offseason.  (20:12) The crew dives back into the Patriots, predicting how many wins the Patriots will take this season. (30:03) Zo and Beetle wrap up today’s show with “Today's Takeaways!”

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the third hour discussing Devin McCourty’s thoughts on how the defense feels about Maye not starting. How will the defense react if the offense struggles?  (15:25) The crew jumps back in discussing who should be returning kicks this season along with Bertrand’s hate for Alex van Pelt. (27:22) We jump back in with a caller’s take on Special Teams Brenden Schooler that really got Zo fired up.  (37:44) Zo and Beetle close out the hour by discussing how the Red Sox are officially out. Time to give up on them as potential candidates.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the second hour with Patriots Center David Andrews joining the show to discuss the Patriots going into week 1.  (11:49) The guys jump back in to discuss the profiles published of Jerod Mayo from Chad Graff and Bert Breer. Is Mayo starting to fit these profiles?  (24:50) Zo and Bertrand wrap up the hour with Jerod Mayo’s press conference as the Patriots prepare for their season opener against the Bengals.

 The guys are joined by Patriots' Center David Andrew ahead of Week 1 against the Bengals.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the first hour discussing how the Patriots should handle their retired numbers. (13:12) The crew jumps back in, touching on the predicament that Tom Brady has found himself in. Does Tom Brady need to pick a lane? (24:57) We jump back in breaking down Josh McDaniel's thoughts on what the Patriots have seen so far from Drake Maye.  (31:51) Zo and Bertrand finish up the hour touching on Bill Belichick discussing recent Patriots signings with Matt Patricia on his Underdog show.

(00:00) The guys kick off the hour discussing Jerod Mayo’s comments on the captains for this upcoming season and Maye vs. Brissett.  (10:34) Zo and Bertrand discuss Javon Baker complaining about getting a ticket at Logan airport. (21:12) The crew does a deep dive into the Javon Baker Logan interaction and discusses how it will translate to the field.  (33:57) Today’s Takeaways.

(00:00) The guys kick off the third hour discussing Brandon Aiyuk’s new deal offer. (14:13) Zo and Bertrand discuss the offensive line and why it is all or nothing with Maye and Brissett. (24:01) Zo and Bertrand give their takes on whether we will see Maye in the 2nd half of the season if the start of the season is a blowout. (32:57) The guys finish the hour discussing Brian Hoyer’s take on how the Patriots can be better than last year.

(00:00) Hour two kicks off with Mike Reiss joining the guys discussing the BC win against FSU and how Bill O’Brien would fare as the Patriots head coach.  (11:22) The guys and Reiss continue to discuss the Patriots “competition” for QB1 and the pressure to make Brissett the starter.  (22:49) Zo and the guys dive deeper into the repercussions of Jerod Mayo having a poor coaching season and the implications for the Patriots  (34:01) We finish the hour discussing the offensive line, Eliot Wolf, and Patriot penalties during the preseason.