(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand open the show by reacting to Chad Graff’s article detailing what went wrong for Jerod Mayo down the stretch.


(14:35) We continue to dive further into Chad Graff’s piece and how things played out between Steve Belichick and Jerod Mayo.


(23:49) The crew reacts to Albert Breer calling the Patriots HC search a sham.


(33:49) We finish up the hour with more thoughts on what the Patriots can learn from their HC search.

 

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<li dir="ltr">(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand open the show by reacting to Chad Graff&rsquo;s article detailing what went wrong for Jerod Mayo down the stretch.</li>
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(14:35) We continue to dive further into Chad Graff&rsquo;s piece and how things played out between Steve Belichick and Jerod Mayo.
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<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
(23:49) The crew reacts to Albert Breer calling the Patriots HC search a sham.
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<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
(33:49) We finish up the hour with more thoughts on what the Patriots can learn from their HC search.
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Jerod Mayo’s Shortcomings // Did Mayo Feel Threatened? // Sham HC Search - 1/8 (Hour 1)

(00:00) Beetle explains the meaning behind some of the popular songs Milliken’s been playing. The guys then dive into an article from Adam Schefter on Abdul Carter, debating whether he’s back in play for the Patriots at No. 4. They question if he’s the right choice at that spot and also discuss his injury concerns.
(12:01) ZOVERDRIVE
(24:39) The guys take calls focused on Patriots draft talk. One caller asks how many stars the team has missed out on due to budget constraints. The crew discusses potential picks at No. 4, when those players might start, and whether the Raiders could trade up for a QB. 
(33:43) Fake Promo Friday.

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<li aria-level="1">(00:00) Beetle explains the meaning behind some of the popular songs Milliken&rsquo;s been playing. The guys then dive into an article from Adam Schefter on Abdul Carter, debating whether he&rsquo;s back in play for the Patriots at No. 4. They question if he&rsquo;s the right choice at that spot and also discuss his injury concerns.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(12:01) ZOVERDRIVE</li>
<li aria-level="1">(24:39) The guys take calls focused on Patriots draft talk. One caller asks how many stars the team has missed out on due to budget constraints. The crew discusses potential picks at No. 4, when those players might start, and whether the Raiders could trade up for a QB.&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">(33:43) Fake Promo Friday.</li>
</ul>

Abdul Carter In Play At 4?  // ZOVERDRIVE // Today’s Takeaways - 4/11 (Hour 4)

00:00) Zolak and Bertrand listen to audio of Antonio Gibson praising Drake Maye, noting a big improvement heading into year two. The guys share their thoughts, with Beetle saying it shows how poorly the team was run last year—calling the decision to bring in Jacoby Brissett dumb. Beetle also goes off on why he thinks Jerod Mayo was the worst possible hire for the Patriots.
(10:13) Beetle says the Patriots should volunteer for Hard Knocks and shares why he thinks they’d be a great fit. The guys mention the team might be forced onto the show in 2026 if they haven’t appeared in eight years. Cedric Maxwell also joins the show to share some thoughts on the Celtics.
(24:00) The guys share their takes on Pearl Jam and get a call from Ryan in Malden with an update on his birthday plans. They then chat about turning 35, reflect on the age, and shower Milliken with compliments.
(36:07) The guys answer some calls from listeners.

<ul>
<li aria-level="1">00:00) Zolak and Bertrand listen to audio of Antonio Gibson praising Drake Maye, noting a big improvement heading into year two. The guys share their thoughts, with Beetle saying it shows how poorly the team was run last year&mdash;calling the decision to bring in Jacoby Brissett dumb. Beetle also goes off on why he thinks Jerod Mayo was the worst possible hire for the Patriots.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(10:13) Beetle says the Patriots should volunteer for&nbsp;Hard Knocks and shares why he thinks they&rsquo;d be a great fit. The guys mention the team might be forced onto the show in 2026 if they haven&rsquo;t appeared in eight years. Cedric Maxwell also joins the show to share some thoughts on the Celtics.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(24:00) The guys share their takes on Pearl Jam and get a call from Ryan in Malden with an update on his birthday plans. They then chat about turning 35, reflect on the age, and shower Milliken with compliments.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(36:07) The guys answer some calls from listeners.</li>
</ul>

Why Is This Year Different For Drake Maye?  // 2026 Hard Knocks Patriots? // Calls And Reactions - 4/11 (Hour 3)

(00:00) The guys continue their discussion on running backs taken in the first round, examining how those picks have panned out. They tie it back to Ashton Jeanty and debate his value, while also breaking down the track record of backs taken in the top 5.
(13:40) The guys discuss Greg Bedard’s take that Mike Vrabel’s first team meeting signals the end of “playtime” for the Patriots. They touch on the start of voluntary workouts, Vrabel’s team rules and comments, and note that Carlton Davis III was in attendance.
(26:13) Zolak and Bertrand mention Bill Belichick’s book and how Robert Kraft did not garner a mention even though he thanked more than 300 people in the acknowledgments of the book. They also bring up that he did not answer the everlasting question about not playing Malcom Butler. The guys chat on the Red Sox docu-series as well. 
(38:17) The crew listens to Hunter Henry say he’s fine with the Patriots drafting a tight end. They share their thoughts on the available tight end prospects and what adding one could mean for the Patriots’ offense.

<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:00) The guys continue their discussion on running backs taken in the first round, examining how those picks have panned out. They tie it back to Ashton Jeanty and debate his value, while also breaking down the track record of backs taken in the top 5.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(13:40) The guys discuss Greg Bedard&rsquo;s take that Mike Vrabel&rsquo;s first team meeting signals the end of &ldquo;playtime&rdquo; for the Patriots. They touch on the start of voluntary workouts, Vrabel&rsquo;s team rules and comments, and note that Carlton Davis III was in attendance.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(26:13) Zolak and Bertrand mention Bill Belichick&rsquo;s book and how Robert Kraft did not garner a mention even though he thanked more than 300 people in the acknowledgments of the book. They also bring up that he did not answer the everlasting question about not playing Malcom Butler. The guys chat on the Red Sox docu-series as well.&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">(38:17) The crew listens to Hunter Henry say he&rsquo;s fine with the Patriots drafting a tight end. They share their thoughts on the available tight end prospects and what adding one could mean for the Patriots&rsquo; offense.</li>
</ul>

Jerod Mayo’s Shortcomings // Did Mayo Feel Threatened? // Sham HC Search - 1/8 (Hour 1)

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