6 Rings and Football Things

It was a tough day at the office for Mac Jones on Sunday, as the third-year starter was benched in favor of Bailey Zappe. Head coach Bill Belichick said postgame that Jones will remain the team’s starting quarterback, but what did Sunday’s loss tell us about Jones? Andy believes Sundat's loss to the Cowboys proved that Mac is not the long-term option at quarterback for the Patriots. Plus, how much...

Things could not have gone any worse for the Patriots on Sunday afternoon in Arlington against the Cowboys. Fitzy and Hart break down everything you need to know from what may have been Bill Belichick’s worst loss as a head coach. Plus, the guys discuss the future of Mac Jones.

On the eve of Patriots-Cowboys, Fitzy and Hart believe that with people claiming Mac Jones to be a dirty player, he should start taking on that role this Sunday. Plus, with Cole Strange being ruled out for the Pats tomorrow, Andy looks back at the drafting of Strange and doesn't feel any better about it now than he did at the time.

The Patriots will look to make it back-to-back wins when they travel to Dallas for their Week 4 matchup against the Cowboys. To kick off our preview pod, Fitzy and Hart react to the Patriots’ new slogan, spearheaded by Joe Judge, which reads: "No one is coming. It's up to us."  The Patriots have had some pretty badass slogans over the years. From "Do Your Job" to "No Days Off," the Pats have embra...

Every week, our guy Andy Hart checks in with a Patriots beat reporter from Gillette Stadium. This week, Hart is joined by Kevin Stone from New England Football Journal to preview Sunday’s matchup with the Cowboys and discuss the state of the Patriots.

The Patriots have had some pretty badass slogans over the years. From "Do Your Job" to "No Days Off," the Pats have embraced their fair share of motivational slogans. The Pats unveiled their new slogan, spearheaded by Joe Judge, ahead of their Week 4 matchup against the Cowboys. It reads: "No one is coming. It's up to us."  Fitzy and Hart react to the new slogan and discuss the keys to New England...

We're back with another edition of "Kadlick's crucial clashes". Andy Hart and WEEI.com's Mike Kadlick outline three key matchups ahead of the Patriots road contest vs. the Cowboys this Sunday.

From 'Breaking Boston' ( subscribe here ): Fitzy and Hart are entertaining the claims by Jerome Bettis on Ben Roethlisberger's podcast. The former Steeler and loser of the 2004 AFC Championship Game accused the Patriots of cheating in a matchup that would be a stepping stone on the Patriots' path to their third Super Bowl in four years. The guys aren't shocked more outsiders are trying to tear dow...

Welcome in to a new segment on the 6 Rings and Football Things podcast: Wednesday stat day. Every Wednesday, WEEI.com's Mike Kadlick will dive into the numbers from the Patriots' previous game to help further tell the story. This week? The offensive line and how their success led to a win.

Before moving on to Week 4’s contest at Jerry’s World against the Cowboys, Fitzy and Hart look back at the Patriots’ Week 3 win over the Jets. The guys give their Position-by-position grades and discuss how legit Christian Gonzalez and this Patriots defense is. Plus, has Mac Jones established himself as a dirty player? Very rarely do you hear of a quarterback referred to as a dirty player. However...

Very rarely do you hear of a quarterback referred to as a dirty player. However, Mac Jones finds himself in that position. After his latest alleged groin shot on Sauce Gardner, has Mac established himself as a dirty player? Fitzy and Hart discuss.

Before turning the page to this Sunday’s Week 4 contest at Jerry’s World against the Cowboys, Fitzy and Hart look back at the Patriots’ Week 3 win over the Jets. The guys give their Position-by-position grades and discuss how legit Christian Gonzalez and this Patriots defense is.

The guys wrap up the show talking about another lackluster performance from Zach Wilson and if its really his fault for becoming a laughing stock around the NFL. Plus, Andy gives his thumbs up, thumbs down list with some familiar faces and the guys name today's player of the game.

Former New England Patriot, and Gresh and Fauria's own, Christian Fauria joins Fitzy and Hart to breakdown what he saw in the Patriots' 15-10 win over the Jets. Plus, the guys discuss what about Mac Jones' day left them impressed, and the hype surrounding Christian Gonzalez after another strong performance from the Pats' rookie cornerback.

Our guy Mike Kadlick joins the show from MetLife Stadium to react to the Patriots' first win of the season. Plus, Fitzy and Hart take look at the mood around the Patriots and discuss why they don't feel great even in victory.

Fitzy and Hart break down the Patriots' 15-10 over the New York Jets. Should there be concern with how the Pats' offense struggled and is this a step in the right direction for New England?

Will Parkinson (@Willpa11) host of the “Turn on The Jets” podcast, joins Fitzy and Hart to give a peek behind enemy lines and preview Sunday’s matchup with the New York Jets.

The Patriots will look to tie their team record for most consecutive wins against an opponent as they look for their 15th straight win against the New York Jets on Sunday. Fitzy and Hart discuss why this is a “Can’t lose” game for the Pats and break things down position-by-position.  Plus, Andy Hart and Mike Giardi take a look at where Bill Belichick, Mac Jones, and the Patriots stand after an 0-2...

Andy Hart and Mike Giardi take a look at where Bill Belichick, Mac Jones, and the Patriots stand after an 0-2 start.

The Patriots will look to tie their team record for most consecutive wins against an opponent as they look for their 15th straight win against the New York Jets on Sunday. Fitzy and Hart discuss why this is a “Can’t lose” game for the Pats and break things down position-by-position.

In this week's edition of "Kadlick's crucial clashes," Andy Hart and Mike Kadlick outline three key matchups to keep your eyes on ahead of Patriots vs. Jets on Sunday.

Fitzy and Hart give their final grades from Sunday night’s loss to the Dolphins as yet another comeback attempt fell short. The guys also break down the biggest issue with the Patriots' offense and discuss how much the lack of a playmaker is hindering them.  The guys also discuss the curious case of Mac Jones. After two games, how do you feel about Mac, and should Pats fans be worried about their...

After two games, how do you feel about Mac Jones, and should Pats fans be worried about their third-year quarterback? Plus, did Bill Belichick do Mac a disservice (again?) Fitzy and Hart discuss.

It was like Groundhog Day for Patriots fans Sunday night as yet another comeback attempt fell short. Fitzy and Hart give their final grades from Sunday night’s loss to the Miami Dolphins and discuss the biggest issues with the Patriots offense as they drop to 0-2 on the young season.  Plus, how much of a problem is the lack of playmakers for the Patriots, and do they need more from Rhamondre Steve...

Fallout continues from the Patriots' 24-17 loss to the Dolphins after falling to 0-2, with even Matthew Judon making comments that have Andy Hart thinking there is some odd pep talk going on. Could the team be trying to convince themselves that they aren't bad when they could be? Also, Andy gives his "Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down" from tonight, and the guys name the player of the game for the Patriots.