6 Rings and Football Things

Cam Newton has doubled down on his claim that the Patriots are "Fool’s gold." What’s the story between Newton and Drake Maye? Nick “Fitzy” Stevens and Meghan Ottolini break it down and preview Sunday’s matchup with the Bengals in Cincinnati.

What looked like a lopsided matchup, with the red-hot Patriots traveling to Cincinnati to face a Bengals team with backup Joe at QB and no Ja’Marr Chase, has turned into a compelling showdown. Drake Maye could get his first matchup against Joe Burrow. Will Burrow be back to try and save Cincinnati’s season? Can Drake pull off a super QB upset? We go behind enemy lines with Geoff Hobson of Bengals....

Tom E. Curran joins WEEI Afternoons to discuss where Drake Maye ranks among NFL quarterbacks, Joe Burrow’s status for Sunday, what to look for in Cincinnati, and more.

Meghan Ottolini catches up with MassLive's Chris Mason (@ByChrisMason) on the Patriots' running back situation, Josh McDaniels' success in his return to New England, and more!

ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss Ja'Marr Chase's suspension, the frustration around the officials this season, how far the Patriots can go this season, and more.

Brian Hoyer joins WEEI Afternoons to break down Drake Maye’s continued growth, why the Patriots keep winning, the top contenders in the AFC, and their upcoming matchup against the Bengals.

Mark Schlereth joins WEEI Afternoons to reveal his pick for the best team in the AFC, debate who has the edge at quarterback between Drake Maye and Bo Nix, and weigh in on Ja’Marr Chase’s one-game suspension.

Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones joins WEEI Afternoons to discuss how the Patriots can continue their momentum, the defensive struggles on opening drives, and more!

Drake Maye joins WEEI Afternoons to discuss the Patriots’ 9-2 start to the season, the win over the Jets on Thursday Night Football, his MVP candidacy, and more.

HOUR 2- Mike Vrabel has a unique perspective that resonates with this team, and Thursday night was another reminder that he is the perfect leader for this squad. Nick “Fitzy Stevens” and Andy Hart react as they continue their reaction to the 27-14 victory. Plus, the guys hear from the good people of Pats Nation, and Andy dishes out his weekly “Thumbs-up, Thumbs-down” list.

HOUR 1- The Patriots are all the way back. With their 27-14 win over the New York Jets, the Patriots won their eighth consecutive game and have the most wins in the NFL. Nick "Fitzy" Stevens and Andy Hart react to the win, which featured statement games from TreVeyon Henderson and Drake Maye.

Earlier this week, the Giants fired Brian Daboll after a 2–8 start to his fourth season in New York. Could Josh McDaniels be a candidate for the vacancy? What about Bill Belichick? Tom E. Curran joins the show.

Winners of seven straight, the 8-2 Pats have a quick turnaround for a Thursday Night Football matchup at home against the New York Jets — a division foe in a lost season that could play the dangerous “nothing left to lose” role. How will the Jets come after the Pats? Can the Pats keep this wild run going? We go “behind enemy lines” with one of our favorites, Will Parkinson from Turn on the Jets an...

Longtime NFL quarterback Brian Hoyer joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Ted Johnson, and Dan Bahl to discuss the areas that he has seen the most growth from Drake Maye, the difficulties of playing on Thursday Night Football, the special trait that sets the Patriots apart, and more!

Former NFL offensive lineman, FOX broadcaster, and host of The Stinkin’ Truth Podcast, Mark Schlereth, joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart and Dan Bahl to discuss why the Patriots are set up for long-term success, the challenges of a short week, and what, if anything, could derail these Patriots.

Meghan Ottolini and Mark Daniels of MassLive discuss how a banged-up Patriots team can keep rolling against the Jets on Thursday Night Football.

Marcus Jones joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart and Nick "Fitzy" Stevens to discuss the Patriots’ defensive performance in Tampa, the impact of the rookies in the win, what makes Patriots fans so special, and how the team is preparing for a short week.

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart and Nick "Fitzy" Stevens to discuss the team’s seventh straight win, the impact of the rookies, Mike Vrabel’s aggressiveness, and more!

HOUR 1: With their 28-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, the Patriots officially asserted themselves in the Super Bowl conversation. Nick "Fitzy" Stevens and Andy Hart react to the win and the statement that was made by the Pats. Plus, has TreVeyon Henderson officially arrived?

HOUR 3: The Patriots have won seven straight, and looking at their schedule, their isn't any sign of slowing down. What is the ceiling for these Patriots? Nick "Fitzy" Stevens and Andy Hart discuss. Plus, Andy gives his "Thumbs-up, Thumbs-down list," and the guys catch up with Ted Johnson to get his thoughts on the big win.

HOUR 2: The Patriots have something special in Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye, who should be the frontrunners for Coach of The Year and MVP, respectively. Nick "Fitzy" Stevens and Andy Hart discuss why Sunday's win over the Buccaneers was another example of why Vrabel is the perfect coach for this team. Plus, Meghan Ottolini joins the show and the guys discuss Maye now being the betting favorite to wi...

Mike Giardi joins WEEI Afternoons to discuss whether Drake Maye can prove he’s the MVP with a win over the Buccaneers, how important this game is for the Patriots, and the team’s inactivity at the trade deadline.

Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels joins WEEI Afternoons to discuss how Drake Maye has developed so quickly, the Patriots’ upcoming game in Tampa Bay, and more!

Perhaps the game of the weekend and the biggest test for Drake Maye to date is this Sunday, when the Patriots head to Tom Brady's second-hand stomping grounds to take on Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Scott Reynolds from @PewterReport joins Fitzy for a Behind Enemy Lines peek at what Tampa is saying and how this MVP battle or Super Bowl preview could go down!

Tom E. Curran joins WEEI Afternoons with Andy Hart, Nick "Fitzy" Stevens, and Ted Johnson to discuss why the Patriots didn't add at the deadline, their win over the Falcons, and their upcoming game against the Buccaneers.