Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian recaps the Patriots' loss to the Bears and Drake Maye’s up-and-down game before hitting on another Bruins win (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Pats, Maye’s costly red zone pick, Caleb Williams’s big night against the Pats defense, and more (23:10). Then, Brian discusses Jayson Tatum’s struggles in the fourth quarter (55:00). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for NFL Week 7 (1:12:20). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics’ disappointing loss to the Pistons to start the season, including a great first game for Paul George but also an all-too-familiar second-half collapse (0:00). Then, he chats with Fox Sports’ Danny Parkins about the upcoming Patriots-Bears game, Drake Maye vs. Caleb Williams, how the Pats will fare with all of their injuries, and more (36:20). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and some final thoughts on the Celtics game (1:08:45). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Danny Parkins Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps an ugly Patriots win over the Jets where A.J. Brown looked rusty and the injuries continued to mount, especially along the offensive line (0:00). Then, he gets ready for the Celtics’ season opener on Tuesday, discusses Jayson Tatum’s MVP odds, and recaps a great West Coast road trip for the Bruins (25:30). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls and offer up some final thoughts on the Pats game (40:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Celtics’ preseason so far, and why a fresh start after the Jaylen Brown drama could be a good thing for this team, before talking about how Drake Maye can get back into the MVP conversation (0:00). Then, he chats with Jake Asman about the Patriots-Jets game, Aaron Glenn’s tenure as the Jets head coach, whether or not Drake Maye will have trouble against the Jets defense, game picks, and more (26:00). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 6 (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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Jake Asman Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian does a deeper dive into Drake Maye’s incredible game against the Raiders, and why the Pats offense could go on a tear after a tough start to the season (0:00). Then, he chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the Celtics, early impressions of Paul George, Hugo Gonzalez, and Baylor Scheierman’s bigger roles this season, and more (29:15). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the MLB playoffs and 'Monday Night Football' (1:12:30). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Bobby Manning Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Patriots' blowout win over the Raiders, Drake Maye’s best game of the season, before he shares some takeaways on the Celtics and Bruins (0:00). Then, he talks to three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, Drake’s best throws, a solid performance from the offensive line, Elijah Ponder’s big game, and more (31:10). Brian and Jamie then answer a listener email and offer up some final thoughts on the game (1:08:40). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by assessing the Patriots after four games, comparing their 2-2 record to other notable Pats teams from years past (0:00). He then chats with Raiders radio play-by-play announcer Jason Horowitz about the Pats-Raiders game, Kirk Cousins's rejuvenation, how best to cover Brock Bowers, game predictions, and more (17:50). Brian and Jamie end by giving out their best bets for Week 5 (47:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Jason Horowitz Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian reacts to the Red Sox’s end-of-the-year press conference and talks about why he’s not very optimistic about the team’s future under the current regime (0:00). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Pats’ big win over the Bills on Sunday, Romeo Doubs's growing confidence, how the run game can become more consistent, the Pats’ pass rush, and more (39:25). Brian and Jamie end by offering up some final thoughts on the state of the Sox (1:18:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Patriots’ stunning upset win over the Bills and a great game from Drake Maye (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, Drake’s big day, containing Josh Allen and the Bills’ passing attack, Efton Chism III’s incredible catch, and more (23:00). Brian and Jamie end with some listener calls on the game (1:00:15). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian looks at the fallout after the Red Sox’s ugly playoff exit in the Bronx, including some eyebrow-raising postgame comments from some of the team’s veteran players (0:00). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about the Patriots-Bills game, their level of concern for Drake Maye, whether Romeo Doubs will emerge as a bigger part of the offense, game picks, and more (22:00). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 4 for the NFL season (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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox’s ugly loss to the Yankees that ends their season, including some more extremely questionable decisions by Sox manager Chad Tracy (0:00). Then, Brian digs a bit deeper into the team's roster flaws, why they’ve been able to produce enough offense in the postseason, and what Craig Breslow needs to do to fix the problems (13:50). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Sox’s season (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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Baseball America’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s blowout loss to the Yankees in Game 1 of the MLB wild-card round. They discuss Cam Schlittler’s dominant performance, some questionable decisions by Chad Tracy, how the Sox can bounce back in Game 2, and more (0:00). Then, Brian tries to make sense of Drake Maye’s abysmal start to the season, and why he’s struggling so much (56:20). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and touch on the Bruins’ win in the first game of the NHL season (1:32:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down why things have gone so terribly wrong for Drake Maye and the Patriots offense following their blowout loss to the Jaguars (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, why Maye is turning the ball over so much, the Pats’ ineffectual ground game, and how the Jaguars were able to move the ball on the Patriots defense (29:30). Brian and producer Jamie end with a listener call on Drake Maye and then look ahead to the MLB playoffs and the Red Sox-Yankees wild-card series (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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by explaining why the Patriots’ upcoming game against the Jaguars could be the perfect matchup for Drake Maye to break out of his slump (0:00). Then, he chats with The Boston Herald’s Zack Cox about how the running game will fare without Michael Onwenu, how the Pats secondary will defend the Jags’ dangerous receivers, game predictions, and more (12:00). Brian and Jamie end with the best bets for Week 3 (59:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by assessing the Red Sox season, whether they have what it takes to make a playoff run, and why the Sox decided to extend Chad Tracy and Craig Breslow now (0:00). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Chris Mason about the Patriots first two games, what is up with Drake Maye, how the Pats will split carries between Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson going forward, Zak Kuhr’s defensive philosophy, and more (26:25). Then, Brian and Jamie end by chatting about the Sox and the NFL (1:10:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Mason Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by discussing Drake Maye’s slow start to the season, and why the Patriots offense hasn’t been nearly as productive as last year (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Pats’ win over the Steelers, the defense’s impressive performance, how the offense can get back on track, and more (17:30). Then, Brian and producer Jamie take a listener call about the game, and celebrate the Red Sox clinching a playoff berth (42:40). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by comparing Mike Vrabel’s coaching style to the NFL’s other top young coaches (0:00). Then, he chats with The Fan’s Andrew Fillipponi about the Pats-Steelers game, Aaron Rodgers’s second year as the Steelers QB, the beginning of the Mike McCarthy era in Pittsburgh, how the Pats offense can get going, game predictions, and more (8:30). Brian and Jamie end with the best bets for Week 2 of the NFL season, and touch on the Robert Kraft-Macklemore controversy (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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Fillipponi Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by looking at how the Patriots can weather the AJ Brown injury, and which young players need to step up in his absence (0:00). Then, he chats with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about the Pats’ rushing attack with Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson, how the pass rush fared against the Seahawks, other notable storylines in the AFC in Week 1, and more (16:30). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Paul George’s introductory press conference with the Celtics, and some Red Sox odds and ends (48:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Graff Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Patriots’ wide receiver depth following the news that AJ Brown is heading to IR and who needs to step up the most to fill the void (0:00). Then, he chats with Baseball America’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox-Royals series, Payton Tolle’s terrific rookie season, which pitchers could come off the injured list soon to help the Sox as they head towards the postseason, and more (20:50). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Week 1 of the NFL season, and a listener email on the Pats (1:10:35). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by discussing Drake Maye’s terrible game in Seattle and whether there are serious concerns about him and the Patriots offense going forward (0:00). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ loss, the A.J. Brown injury, how the defense fared against the Seahawks offense, and more (27:30). Brian and producer Jamie end with their best bets for Week 1 of the NFL season (1:00:50). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses cornerback Christian Gonzalez’s new contract extension, why it took so long, and where that leaves the team entering the season. Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Steve Muench about the Patriots-Seahawks game on Wednesday night and how the Pats offense can move the ball against the Seahawks defense (22:30). They assess the Pats offensive line, give predictions and picks for the game, and more. Brian and Jamie end with some last thoughts on the big game (1:14:40). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Steve Muench Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox’s four-game sweep in Baltimore over the weekend, including a superb start from Payton Tolle on Sunday (0:00). Then, he goes over some Sunday Thoughts, including how A.J. Brown’s presence will raise Drake Maye’s game and the ramifications of the Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl rematch on Wednesday (21:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email on the Clippers' punishment and the Sox (55:50). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Red Sox’s recent skid, their injury-depleted pitching staff, and Roman Anthony’s solid return (0:00). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia about the Patriots' upcoming season, how Drake Maye can improve in year three, how good A.J. Brown can be for the team, and other predictions (24:40). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the Patriots' field goal controversy and the latest Dianna Russini news (1:13:30). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Sheil Kapadia Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by digging into the high expectations around Drake Maye and just how much he had to carry the Patriots last year, compared to other notable young QBs in recent years (0:00). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Mark Daniels about the Pats, their thin depth at edge, whether their offensive line will be improved this year, where their receiving corps ranks in the NFL, and more (24:50). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the recent controversy revolving around Red Sox radio announcer Will Flemming and the Yankees (1:09:30). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Mark Daniels Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Sox Prospects' Chris Hatfield about the Red Sox-Yankees series, the Sox’s quiet bats, what is up with Willson Contreras, and what we can expect from Roman Anthony and Trevor Story now that they’re back with the team (0:00). Then, Brian discusses UNC and Bill Belichick’s win over TCU to open the college football season, and Christian Gonzalez’s contact negotiations (45:25). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the disappointing Sox-Yanks series (59:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Hatfield Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by recapping the Red Sox-Marlins series, including a couple exciting wins before a disappointing loss. The Red Sox head to the Bronx next for a pivotal four-game series against the Yankees (0:00). Then Brian unveils his list of the top 10 Boston athletes, along with some honorable mentions (32:15). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the list, and Jamie adds in a few more names (1:04:50). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by discussing Eliot Wolf’s press conference, including Christian Gonzalez’s contract negotiations and the Kayshon Boutte trade. He then talks about some interesting comments from Jayson Tatum’s camp and Payton Pritchard (0:00). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots, the Boutte trade, Gonzalez returning to practice, the running back depth chart, and more (19:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on Jarren Duran (55:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Patriots’ preseason game against the Eagles on Saturday night and some surprising comments from Mike Vrabel after the game about the team’s lack of depth (0:00). Then, he chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox’s sweep of the Giants over the weekend, Craig Breslow’s redemption, how the Sox stack up with the other top teams in the American League, and more (14:00). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about Jamie’s recent piece on Fenway Franks in The Boston Globe (55:10). Fenway Franks story: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/08/17/magazine/onions-hot-dog-condiments-fenway/ 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by sharing his approval ratings of the four Boston coaches for the Patriots, Bruins, Celtics, and Red Sox (0:00). Then, he chats with MassLive’s Chris Cotillo about the recent drama between the fans at Fenway and Willson Contreras, Garrett Crochet’s rehab progress, what to do with Trevor Story, Rafael Devers’s return to Fenway, and more (21:45). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Devers’s Red Sox career (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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chris Cotillo Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with some thoughts on the Celtics’ offseason and why the team ultimately decided to split up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown (0:00). Then, he chats with Nick "Fitzy" Stevens about the Pats, and they each share three predictions for the upcoming season about players who could make the year two leap, who will win the AFC East, and which wide receivers will shine the brightest (24:30). Brian and Jamie end by discussing Christian Gonzalez’s contract negotiations and some summer travels (1:08:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Nick "Fitzy" Stevens Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Barrett opens the pod with Patriots talk before handing out some predictions. Will Drake Maye regress coming off a Super Bowl run? How soon can the Patriots and Christian Gonzalez resolve his contract extension issue? Will Derrick White have a bounce-back season for the C’s? Plus, are the Red Sox in trouble after their recent struggles? (00:38) - The Patriots' possible regression (05:44) - Derrick White's upcoming season (10:15) - Christian Gonzalez's contract situation (15:59) - Eli Raridon’s role on the Patriots (39:51) - How Paul George can help the Celtics The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Clifford Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Barrett kicks off the podcast by breaking down how the Red Sox avoided a sweep and the biggest takeaways from the series. Then, he gets into the Patriots and Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation. Plus, Evan Valenti of CLNS Media joins the pod to react to the Celtics schedule and go over the key dates to watch for (Jaylen Brown’s return), then discuss the tough Eastern Conference slate. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Evan Valenti Producer: Clifford Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Red Sox’s four-game skid as well as Adley Rutschman’s Sox debut behind the plate (0:00). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Tate Frazier about the Patriots' upcoming season, what to expect from Drake Maye, some of their favorite futures bets for the Pats and the rest of the NFL, and more (22:00). Brian and Jamie end with some last thoughts on the NFL and NBA schedules (1:16:30). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tate Frazier Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by discussing Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown’s relationship, Christian Gonzalez’s impact on the Patriots defense, and Adam Vinatieri’s eyebrow-raising Hall of Fame speech (0:00). Then, he chats with Baseball America’s Ian Cundall about the Red Sox’s series loss to the A’s, breaking a streak of nine wins. They also chat about which players could come off the injured list and make an impact, like Roman Anthony, Curtis Mead, and Trevor Story (23:00). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Sox (1:21:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian examines some developments out of Pats training camp, including Kayshon Boutte’s value to the offense and what to expect from rookie tight end Eli Raridon (0:00). Then, Brian chats with Section 10’s Tyler Milliken about the Red Sox’s hot streak, Craig Breslow’s trade deadline acquisitions, the Red Sox’s lights-out bullpen, and more (16:00). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls on the Sox (1:13:20). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tyler Milliken Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the moves that Craig Breslow and the Red Sox made at the trade deadline—including the major package they put together for All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman and the trade for Giants reliever Erik Miller that sent Marcelo Mayer away (0:00). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the moves and the Sox down the stretch (33:15). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts by discussing some new things the Patriots offense is trying out this year at training camp (0:00). Then, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about the Red Sox’s sweep of the Dodgers this weekend and some hitters the team might target before the trade deadline on Monday (8:20). Brian and Jamie end with some listener calls on Red Sox manager Chad Tracy and the Pats’ all-time rushing leaders (47:45). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Finn Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by looking at the best QB and front office combinations in the NFL and what NBA stars the Celtics could target to improve their team (0:00). Then, he goes over some Boston sports questions with 98.5 The Sports Hub’s Joe Murray. They talk about which Pats running back will have the most rushing yards this year, whether Garrett Crochet will pitch again this season, who the second-best scorer on the C’s will be behind Jayson Tatum, and more (17:00). Brian and Jamie end with a couple of listener calls (55:55). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Joe Murray Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the first two games of the Red Sox-A’s series and then reacts to the news that the Red Sox’s brand new infielder, Curtis Mead, is headed to the IL with a fractured wrist after less than one full game with the club (0:00). Then, he chats with Yahoo Sports’ Eric Edholm about the youngest Patriots players along the offensive line, the wide receiver corps, and more (21:50). Brian and Jamie end by discussing the latest drama surrounding Bill Belichick’s staff at North Carolina (57:25). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Eric Edholm Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox’s trade that sends rookie pitcher Connelly Early to Washington in exchange for infielder Curtis Mead (0:00). Then, he chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the news that LeBron James is heading to Philly to join forces with Jaylen Brown, before they look at the Celtics heading into the 2026-27 season and whether they’re still true title contenders (29:45). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email about the MLB trade deadline (1:24:30). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Bobby Manning Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with the Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about the Patriots as they open up training camp this weekend, their most anticipated games on the schedule, whether Drake Maye is overrated or underrated heading into his third season, the offensive ceiling for this team, and more (0:00). Brian and Jamie end by discussing this summer’s sports stories (48:15). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Andrew Callahan Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the Red Sox’s incredible 15-game win streak—which came to an end Wednesday night—and the top reasons for the Sox’s great run (0:00). Then, Brian looks at a few bats the Red Sox could target at the trade deadline and touches on Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation (35:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and talk about the win streak (53:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Red Sox’s sweep of the Rays coming out of the All-Star break, which extends their winning streak to 13 games in a row (0:00). Then, Brian and Jamie chat about the World Cup final and the tournament overall before returning to the Sox’s amazing and improbable winning streak (32:45). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by looking at some of the young superstars around MLB and how the Red Sox can find one of their own, either internally or through an acquisition (0:00). Then, he chats with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about the Patriots as they get set to start training camp next week, how Drake Maye can build on the incredible season he had last year, Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation, how the Pats will fare with their challenging schedule, and more (12:40). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call on the Sox, and also talk about the World Cup and the ESPYs (58:30). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Graff Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by looking at Drake Maye’s upcoming season. Can Maye live up to expectations, and where does he rank on pundits’ lists (0:00)? Then, Brian and Baseball America’s Ian Cundall give out some awards for the Red Sox at the All-Star Break for team MVP, most improved, most disappointing, biggest surprise, and what to expect from the team for the rest of the season (20:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and talk Celtics and Sox (1:15:00). 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 offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices