(00:00) The guys discuss Eliot Wolf reportedly taking the lead on free agent signings and question if he’ll be with the Patriots long-term. They wonder about Mike Vrabel’s role and whether there’s a power-sharing arrangement in place. Beetle says Vrabel should take the blame for how the offseason has unfolded.
(13:39) Zolak and Bertrand discuss Daniel Jeremiah's take that the Patriots are in a position to focus on offense in the draft. They debate whether the Patriots should trade up to secure Travis Hunter. The guys also discuss the acceptable age for drinking a Borg, with Beetle saying 25, while the others disagree.
(25:10) The crew discusses the press conference for the Patriots' new free agents and Gasper’s comment that the team is asking fans to "pre buy-in." They debate if the Patriots are trying to sell optimism to the fan base. They also talk about Mike Vrabel potentially being overconfident and question if he has a shelf life, comparing him to Bill Parcells.
(35:05) The guys discuss Garrett Crochet being named the Red Sox opening day starter, talking about how he was acquired and the team’s plans for him. They also talk about when the Red Sox might eventually offer him a contract.

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<li aria-level="1"><strong>(00:00) </strong>The guys discuss Eliot Wolf reportedly taking the lead on free agent signings and question if he&rsquo;ll be with the Patriots long-term. They wonder about Mike Vrabel&rsquo;s role and whether there&rsquo;s a power-sharing arrangement in place. Beetle says Vrabel should take the blame for how the offseason has unfolded.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(13:39) Zolak and Bertrand discuss Daniel Jeremiah's take that the Patriots are in a position to focus on offense in the draft. They debate whether the Patriots should trade up to secure Travis Hunter. The guys also discuss the acceptable age for drinking a Borg, with Beetle saying 25, while the others disagree.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(25:10) The crew discusses the press conference for the Patriots' new free agents and Gasper&rsquo;s comment that the team is asking fans to "pre buy-in." They debate if the Patriots are trying to sell optimism to the fan base. They also talk about Mike Vrabel potentially being overconfident and question if he has a shelf life, comparing him to Bill Parcells.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(35:05) The guys discuss Garrett Crochet being named the Red Sox opening day starter, talking about how he was acquired and the team&rsquo;s plans for him. They also talk about when the Red Sox might eventually offer him a contract.</li>
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