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Blast from the Past: Josh McDaniels is Back!

Mike Vrabel is rounding out his coaching staff headlined by a third stint at offensive coordinator by Josh McDaniels. Joe gets into if this is a good hire from Vrabel and what McDaniels could bring to Drake Maye and the offense. Also, is Terrell Williams a trustworthy hire at defensive coordinator? Then, its not a struggle or a hot streak so we need to diagnose what is going with the Celtics. And, the Bruins are running out of time to save their season, but an inevitable rebuild might need to start sooner rather than later.

Ready and Vrabel: Patriots Seek Stability

The worst kept secret is out as Mike Vrabel was named the next head coach of the Patriots by Robert Kraft. What can the former Super Bowl champion and team hall of famer fix and does this help move the trajectory for the franchise forward? Plus, the defending champs haven't been playing that well recently, but the concern level for the Celtics is still low (for the time being). And, the Bruins find inspiration from an unlikely source, but they aren't out of the woods yet.

Mayo Must Go: Too Much Turmoil for Robert Kraft

Joe is back from the holiday break where so much has happened mainly in the past week when Robert Kraft fired Jerod Mayo making him a one and done head coach. Was this the right decision and where did things go wrong for Mayo since the last time we had an episode? Also, Mike Vrabel seems like the next guy in waiting, but the interview process should be taken seriously for guys like Ben Johnson in such an important offseason for the Patriots. And, the Celtics might be getting hot while the Bruins certainly aren't.

A Breaking Point in the Jerod Mayo Era?

In a season full of dysfunctional, one video of the Krafts and one shot at his offensive coordinator has Jerod Mayo at a tipping point with Patriots' fans and potentially ownership. Joe gets into just how bad things have been since Sunday's abysmal loss in Arizona and if this could be the beginning of the end for Mayo as head coach. Also, Alex Van Pelt seems like he'll be the fall guy if Mayo does survive the rest of the season. And, what's the hold up on the lack of Red Sox moves since they grabbed Garrett Crochet?

Red Sox Crochet Their Way Through Winter Meetings

Contrary to what has happened over the past few years, the Red Sox made a big splash and traded for pitcher Garrett Crochet. Joe explains what kind of ace the Sox just acquired and what the mood is now surrounding ownership's willingness to spend big. Then, Craig Breslow salvaged his time at the Winter Meetings in Dallas, but still has a long way to go on his to-do list of needs for the offseason. And, Bill Belichick is back in the coaching ranks, but in the college game; why is he not in the NFL?

Bruins Beasting Under Sacco: Scott McLaughlin Details the Turnaround

Since firing Jim Montgomery, the Bruins have found new life under Joe Sacco and have seemingly had a reversal of fortunes to their season. Joe chats with WEEI Bruins' writer Scott McLaughlin about the change the B's went through and the boost the move made to the rest of the squad. Also, Scott explains why parting with Montgomery was a hard decision for management to make, but so far seems like the right move. And, how the scoring went from nonexistent to super in the span of a few games.

Pats Pushed into Bye Week and Soto for Sox

Another week has gone by where the Patriots can't get out of their own way and drop a winnable game against the Colts. Joe discusses the biggest issues with Jerod Mayo and the coaching staff about gameday decisions. Then, the race for Juan Soto continues and the Red Sox are still in the fight, but the chances the Sox actually land the most coveted free agent. And, Joe Sacco keeps the Bruins rolling and the Celtics are getting boosts from two players in particular who should get some love.

Three-Card Monty Finds Jim Walking Out the Bruins Door

Don Sweeney and the Bruins officially pulled the plug on Jim Montgomery and fired the head coach after a slow and below average start to the season. Joe looks at how much blame Montgomery gets for the troubles among the black and gold and how the team can salvage their year. Then, no shock to see the Patriots fall to the Rams, but the chaos in Foxborough is shocking to hear about. And, the case for Jayson Tatum as NBA MVP starts to get emphasized after the Celtics ending the Cavaliers' undefeated run.

A Hero Emerges in Drake Maye

Despite a tough overtime loss to the Titans, the Patriots wouldn't have been in that spot if not for Drake Maye's heroics. Joe gives his feeling on another good performance from the third overall pick and why the future is even brighter than before sans the 2024 season. Then, Jim Montgomery is getting closer to being the scapegoat for the Bruins while Grant Williams is more than a scapegoat now to the Celtics after his antics. And, the Red Sox shock many by focusing on pitching over hitting with their qualifying offer.

Enjoying the Moment in a Lost Patriots Season

In a wild time in Boston, it was the Patriots who brought the rare optimism with a victory over the Jets. Joe explains why everyone should be feeling good even if the season doesn't get modestly turned around especially for Jerod Mayo and Jacoby Brissett. Then, the Celtics and Bruins appear on opposite ends of the spectrum with fears of the B's blowing things up this early in the year. And, a brief review of the new Netflix documentary about the 2004 Red Sox comeback.

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