The Next Pats Podcast - A Patriots Podcast

Phil Perry opens up the notebook to share what he’s hearing about how things are going in Foxboro following the team’s Week 10 win over the Bears before welcoming in Rob Ninkovich to get his thoughts on Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo and the Patriots defense. 1:00- Phil unloads the notebook and shares five of his favorite notes about the Patriots from the last week 18:15- Ninkovich shares what he’s most excited by with Drake Maye this season 24:30- Does it say anything special that Drake Maye initiated a steak dinner with Jacoby Brissett and the O-Line after the win over the Bears? 27:00- What do you make of the job Alex Van Pelt has done this year? 32:20- Ninkovich defends Jerod Mayo calling the team ‘soft’, and the overall job he’s done as head coach this year 37:35- What have you seen from the defense in recent weeks? WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSpatriots Facebook Instagram TikTok

Phil Perry previews the Drake Maye-Caleb Williams matchup and breaks down their numbers so far this season. Plus, The Athletic's Dane Brugler joins the pod to discuss whether there's a receiver he would take in the top five, if he would prefer the Patriots take a lineman and if it's a bad year to have the No. 1 pick. 2:00 - Why Drake Maye has been a better quarterback than Caleb Williams (so far) 20:00 - Is it a bad year to have the No. 1 pick in the draft? 28:00 - What should Patriots do if they finish with a top 5 pick? WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSpatriots Facebook Instagram TikTok

What does Kurt Warner think about Drake Maye’s first few games in the NFL? Phil Perry catches up with the Hall of Famer to discuss that and what the Patriots need to do to get the most out of their rookie QB. 1:00-What should the Patriots do at the trade deadline? 10:00-Kurt Warner’s impressions of Drake Maye so far 12:00-What more can Alex Van Pelt do to help his young QB? 15:00-What type of WR would be best for Maye? 20:30-What's the ceiling for Drake? WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSpatriots Facebook Instagram TikTok

Patriots fans have questions, and Phil Perry has answers! After hosting an AMA on Reddit, Phil takes the best questions and gives you his latest intel on the New England Patriots. 1:00-Why there’s a good chance Jerod Mayo and Eliot Wolf return in 2025 3:45-How much did the loss in London bother Robert Kraft? 6:00-What's been the biggest issue with the defense? 9:00-How can Drake Maye get the team to rally behind him? 23:00-Making the case for the Patriots to go after Cooper Kupp Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/nN7jqBdd43U WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSpatriots Facebook Instagram TikTok

ESPN's Louis Riddick joins Phil Perry to discuss Drake Maye's first NFL start and the rookie's future in the league. Plus, Phil shares his 10 reasons to feel optimistic about the Patriots' future. 1:00 - 10 reasons to feel optimistic about the Patriots' future 18:00 - What most impressed Louis Riddick about Maye's first start? 25:00 - Louis Riddick on the decision to wait until Week 6 to start Maye WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSpatriots Facebook Instagram TikTok

Phil Perry is joined by CLNS Media's Taylor Kyles to discuss Drake Maye's upcoming debut. They dig a little deeper on the X's and O's of what we should expect to see from Drake Maye and Alex Van Pelt vs. the Texans. 1:30 - What should we expect to see from the Drake Maye offense? 9:00 - Will Alex Van Pelt incorporate new material for Maye? 18:30 - Maye stat line prediction vs. Texans WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSpatriots Facebook Instagram TikTok

JP Finlay of NBC4 Sports joins Phil to discuss Jayden Daniels' success in Washington and how the Patriots can follow their blueprint with Drake Maye. Phil also talks about how David Andrews' injury will impact Maye's timeline and Alex Van Pelt's future in New England. 1:00 Does the David Andrews injury impact Drake Maye's timeline? 14:00 - Are players frustrated with the scheme? 23:00 - JP Finlay on biggest reason for Jayden Daniels' success 33:00 - How did Washington put their offensive line together? WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTube Follow NBC Sports Boston: NBCSportsBoston.com X @NBCSpatriots Facebook Instagram TikTok

Phil Perry explains why the Patriots are at a critical junction when it comes to their identity and details how Drake Maye has been impressing at recent practices. Later, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area previews the upcoming matchup, and discusses what it would take for the Patriots to pull off the upset. 2:00-HUGE week for Jerod Mayo and the Patriots’ culture 12:00-Making the most of the play-action pass 23:00-Could Drake Maye be ready to start sooner than anticipated? 33:00-Patriots-49ers preview with Jennifer Lee Chan Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/-vLtmXbp3k8

Patriots rookie guard Layden Robinson was "inarguably" the most impressive rookie in Week 1. Phil Perry breaks down Robinson's performance and talks exclusively with him ahead of the Patriots-Seahawks matchup. Plus, Phil shares his keys to a Week 2 victory. 1:30 - Layden Robinson's impressive NFL debut in Week 1 win 12:30 - How Robinson is winning over his teammates and coaches 17:30 - Phil's five-point plan to beat the Seahawks in Week 2 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington joins Phil Perry to discuss his strategy heading into Week 1, his goals for the defense and much more. Plus, Phil shares his big-picture Patriots predictions as we head into the regular season. 1:30 - Get to know defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington 5:00 - An in-depth conversation with Covington 18:30 - Phil's big-picture predictions heading into the season See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry reacts to Jerod Mayo’s non-reveal on who the team’s starting QB will be, despite admitting a decision has been made - and, maybe, giving away more than he meant on who it will be. Then, Phil breaks down the team’s waiver moves before welcoming in NBC Sports’ Matthew Berry to get his fantasy football takes ahead of the start of the season. 1:00- Maye or Brissett – who’s it gonna be? 15:40- Phil reacts to Mayo saying concerns over the offensive line are “overblown” 19:50- Breaking down waiver wire additions 27:28- Matthew Berry joins to discuss Rhamondre Stevenson being on his ‘hate’ list, good Patriot pick-ups in the late rounds, and his spiciest take in fantasy this year Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rPbcrOoyOf0 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Drake Maye and Jacoby Brissett continue to trend in the opposite direction, what does it mean for Maye’s chances of starting Week 1? Phil Perry breaks down the latest on the QB competition and gives his roster projections ahead of Sunday’s preseason game against the Washington Commanders. Later, Ian O’Connor discusses his new book “Out of the Darkness: the Mystery of Aaron Rodgers” 2:00-Drake Maye continues to trend in the right direction 9:00-Drake showing he’s ready is a good problem to have 13:00-Players to watch on Sunday 22:40-Conversation with Ian O’Connor Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/75q1-wMDPKs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry is back at Gillette for the Patriots' second preseason game. Phil is breaking down Drake Maye's performance vs. the Eagles, how he measured up to Jacoby Brissett, and how he would like to see the Pats handle Drake Maye moving forward in the coming weeks. 2:00: Breaking down Drake Maye's performance vs the Eagles and why Patriots fans should have hope 05:00: Why Drake Maye's success in 7 vs 7 in practice matters 8:50: Maye's decision making was a 'check' vs. Eagles (for the most part) 15:15: Best play of the night by Drake Maye 16:30: Jerod Mayo isn't slamming the door on Drake Maye starting 17:00: Breaking down Jacoby Brissett's night and his 'Hellacious pick' 18:00: Phil wants to see Drake Maye getting first-team reps in practice and looks ahead to the quarterback competition between Maye and Brissett See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry is back with a brand new episode of the Next Pats Podcast from Gillette Stadium immediately following the Patriots' preseason opener vs. the Carolina Panthers. He breaks down what he saw from Joe Milton, and weighs in on how the Patriots will handle Drake Maye moving forward, and whether or not it makes sense to release Bailey Zappe. Phil is also brining a brand new Stock Up, Stock Down following the game. 1:00: "Bazooka Joe Show" during Patriots' preseason opener vs. the Panthers: 3 plays worth noting from Joe Milton's debut 7:45: How will the Patriots handle Joe Milton and Bailey Zappe in practice moving forward? Will Bailey Zappe get released? Or, do the Patriots need a veteran behind Brissett in case of injury? 10:00: Why Phil believes it was a wise decision for Drake Maye to get taken out when the top offensive line came out of the game. 15:00: Patriots are not rushing to get Drake Maye ready for week 1, exhibiting patience with rookie QB. 16:55: Stock Up, Stock Down for Patriots'' win over Panthers 25:00: Patriots need to find another TE See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry is back for a new episode of The Next Pats Podcast and is breaking down Drake Maye's performance from day 7 of Patriots training camp and why he believes it was one of his best days. Later, Phil is joined by James Palmer to discuss how Drake Maye's path to the NFL and early days at training camp compares to other rookie's Palmer has seen. 2:00: How Drake Maye fared on day 7 of Patriots training camp - why it was his best day in a while. 6:30: Phil gives credit to Drake Maye for even temperament throughout camp as he rides the ups and downs 9:25: James Palmer joins The Next Pats podcast to discuss Drake Maye, and how his transition into the NFL compares with other recent rookie QB's. 14:00: How training camp looked for Trevor Lawrence, C.J. Stroud and Patrick Mahomes. 17:30: The biggest tangible and intangible qualities quarterbacks need to withstand starting in their rookie season. What Drake Maye has, and what he needs to improve on to start for the Patriots this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry is coming to you after day 3 of Patriots' Training Camp at Gillette Stadium. He is breaking down what he saw from the Pats through three days, and is joined by PFF's Steve Palazzolo. 00:50: Phil Perry talks about what he's seen from Drake Maye through the first three days of Training Camp 03:50: Jacoby Brissett and Drake Maye both discuss how Maye is able to handle ups and downs after he made a completion after throwing an interception during day 3 of camp. 8:40: Phil Perry gives his latest Stock Up, Stock Down 13:05: Exclusive interview with Pro Football Focus' Steve Palazzolo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry breaks down the ten lessons that the Patriots can learn from the Celtics title run. Later, we talk with college football analyst Eric Froton to get his impressions of the Patriots’ draft class. 4:00-Ten lessons the Patriots can learn from the Celtics 36:00-Interview with Eric Froton 38:00-How the Patriots can utilize Javon Baker 44:00: How Jalynn Polk measures up to Javon Baker 50:00: Does RB Deshaun Fenwick have a shot to make the Patriots' roster? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry breaks down his major observations from Patriots minicamp this week, before offering his six takeaways from the epic Tom Brady celebration at Gillette Stadium on Wednesday night. 2:25- Phil starts things off by comparing the experience of watching Drake Maye played dodgeball with school kids at a community event with the Tom Brady celebration at Gillette Stadium 10:20- Phil breaks down how Drake Maye looked during minicamp 25:35- How did the receiving group look, health-wise, at minicamp? 30:10- Phil discusses the situation with the offensive line 33:35- “Contract watch”, what’s the latest with Matthew Judon and Davon Godchaux? 41:30- Phil shares his six main takeaways after attending the Brady celebration Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yMSn461STQk See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry talks with J.T. O’Sullivan of QBschool.com to get his assessment of Drake Maye and how his game will translate to the NFL. How different will the Patriots look if they adapt to a West Coast offense? 1:00-Phil Perry’s takeaways from OTAs 8:30-Interview with J.T. O’Sullivan 13:00-Implementing the West Coast offense 20:00-J.T. on Drake Maye 30:30-Five things to watch at minicamp next week Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/yhQTVTy-mrQ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Perry talks with Mike Renner of CBS Sports to get his breakdown of why Drake Maye is the perfect fit for the new Patriots offense, and what to expect from the rest of the 2024 draft class. Later, we play a game of “Ready or redshirt?” and detail what we’ve seen from Maye so far. 2:30-Why Drake Maye is PERFECT for the new Patriots’ offense 6:00-Is Maye’s floor higher than what most people believe? 9:00-Renner's grade on the other Patriots draft picks 24:00-”Ready or redshirt?” Watch on YT: https://youtu.be/_4t5EipJVA4 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.