(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand discuss Cooper Kupp’s situation, his asking price, and whether the Patriots are interested, with Bertrand noting their reaction to missing out on Chris Godwin. Zolak suggests considering other free-agent receivers.
(12:35) Zolak reacts to a poll on X asking if fans prefer the Patriots to sign Brandin Cooks or Cooper Kupp. They also discuss the offer the Patriots made to Chris Godwin, joking that the team should hang a banner for spending the most money this offseason.
(24:31) The guys react to Kyed’s comments about David Andrews’ release, which soured the mood in Foxborough. They try to understand why the Patriots let him go after he took a team-friendly deal in 2021. Beetle calls it a crummy situation, while Zolak believes Andrews could have been a strong leader for the team.
(33:10) Zolak continues to express his desire for Brandin Cooks on the Patriots. The guys take calls, discussing more Patriots topics, including the release of David Andrews. Beetle notes that Andrews knows the blocking scheme of a Josh McDaniels offense. Zolak adds that with a solid QB now, more wide receivers will be willing to join the team over time.

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<li aria-level="1"><strong>(00:00) </strong>Zolak and Bertrand discuss Cooper Kupp&rsquo;s situation, his asking price, and whether the Patriots are interested, with Bertrand noting their reaction to missing out on Chris Godwin. Zolak suggests considering other free-agent receivers.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(12:35) Zolak reacts to a poll on X asking if fans prefer the Patriots to sign Brandin Cooks or Cooper Kupp. They also discuss the offer the Patriots made to Chris Godwin, joking that the team should hang a banner for spending the most money this offseason.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(24:31) The guys react to Kyed&rsquo;s comments about David Andrews&rsquo; release, which soured the mood in Foxborough. They try to understand why the Patriots let him go after he took a team-friendly deal in 2021. Beetle calls it a crummy situation, while Zolak believes Andrews could have been a strong leader for the team.</li>
<li aria-level="1">(33:10) Zolak continues to express his desire for Brandin Cooks on the Patriots. The guys take calls, discussing more Patriots topics, including the release of David Andrews. Beetle notes that Andrews knows the blocking scheme of a Josh McDaniels offense. Zolak adds that with a solid QB now, more wide receivers will be willing to join the team over time.</li>
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