Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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  How Do the Patriots and Drake Get Right For Week 2 With Chad Graff.  15.09.2026 1t 18min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  The Sox Starters Dominate The Royals With Ian Cundall. Plus, Life Without AJ Brown 14.09.2026 1t 30min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Drake and the Pats Lose an Ugly One in Seattle, With James White 10.09.2026 1t 35min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Pats-Seahawks Preview With Steve Muench 08.09.2026 1t 31min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Sox Sweep the O’s. Plus, a Look Ahead to the Pats-Seahawks Super Bowl Rematch. 06.09.2026 1t 20min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Biggest Pats Questions With Sheil Kapadia 03.09.2026 1t 40min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Pats Season Preview With Mark Daniels 01.09.2026 1t 35min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  A Rough Weekend for the Sox in the Bronx With Chris Hatfield. 30.08.2026 1t 20min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  The Top 10 Boston Athletes 27.08.2026 1t 27min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Breaking Down the Kayshon Boutte Trade With Doug Kyed 25.08.2026 1t 22min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  The Sox Sweep Raffy and the Giants, With Kevin Hench 24.08.2026 1t 5min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Previewing the Sox’s Stretch Run With Chris Cotillo 20.08.2026 1t 23min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Three Pats Takes With Nick "Fitzy" Stevens 18.08.2026 1t 16min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Patriots Predictions, Celtics Role Players, and Are the Sox in Trouble? 17.08.2026 53min

  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
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  Reacting to the Celtics Schedule With Evan Valenti. Plus, the Sox Avoid a Sweep. 14.08.2026 1t 32min

  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
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  Pats Predictions With Tate Frazier. Plus, the Sox Lose Their Fourth Straight. 12.08.2026 1t 33min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  A Rare Series Loss for the Sox, With Ian Cundall 09.08.2026 1t 29min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  How Craig Breslow and the Sox Turned Their Season Around With Tyler Milliken 06.08.2026 1t 30min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  The Sox Make a Splash at the Deadline 04.08.2026 47min

  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 [email protected]. 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
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  Sox Sweep the Dodgers. Plus, Getting Ready for the Trade Deadline With Chad Finn. 03.08.2026 1t 12min

  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 [email protected]. 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