Locked On Patriots - Daily Podcast On The New England Patriots

The New England Patriots are hiring Mike Vrabel as their 16th head coach in franchise history for one main reason … they prioritized experience over potential. Now, the beloved former Patriots linebacker will help guide the team for which he played for eight seasons back to respectability. Host Mike D’Abate reveals his thoughts on the hire, as well as the next steps which are to be taken by the bo...

Are the New England Patriots on the brink of a coaching revolution? With the search for a new head coach nearing its conclusion, the Patriots are eyeing top candidates like Mike Vrabel and Ben Johnson. This episode dives into the potential impact of these coaching choices on the Patriots' future, exploring how Vrabel's experience and Johnson's innovative strategies could reshape the team. Host Mik...

The New England Patriots search for their 16th head coach in franchise history is off to a fast start. But is it really just a two-man race? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes TWO Locked On NFL analysts to break down the respective coaching resumes and potentials of Mike Vrabel and Ben Johnson. Mike also evaluates the interviews conducted by the Pats to date, and why he is encouraged by New England’s requ...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the current landscape of vacant head coaching jobs in the NFL and where things are headed with certain jobs, plus they discuss the NFL Playoffs Wildcard Weekend and which games on the AFC and NFC side are poised for Upset Alerts. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Turbo Tax Ready for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over t...

The New England Patriots have made a bold move by firing head coach Jerod Mayo after just one season. What does this mean for the future of the Patriots and their search for a new leader? With Robert Kraft taking full responsibility, the discussion heats up around potential coaching candidates like Ben Johnson, Brian Flores, and Mike Vrabel. Host Mike D'Abate and guest Thomas Murphy dissect the im...

Just moments after rookie quarterback Joe Milton passed for a touchdown and ran for another in his NFL debut, the New England Patriots fired head coach Jerod Mayo after only one season on the bench. The Pats cost themselves the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft with a 23-16 win over the AFC East champion Buffalo Bills on Sunday — when a loss would have guaranteed them the top draft pick. Instead...

In a shocking turn of events, the New England Patriots can't even tank right. New England beats the Bills 23-16 and lose the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Strip down the entire organization outside of Drake Maye. They can not do ANYTHING right. What an embarrassment.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Turbo Tax Ready for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to...

Can the New England Patriots finish the 2024 NFL season on a high note against the Buffalo Bills? With quarterback Drake Maye expected to start and the looming uncertainty over head coach Jerod Mayo's future, this matchup is more than just a game—it's a pivotal moment for the Patriots' strategy and off-season plans. Join host Mike D’Abate and guest analyst Dan Kelley as they explore the Patriots'...

The Buffalo Bills are headed for the playoffs while the New England Patriots have their eyes on the 2025 NFL Draft. Join hosts Mike D’Abate of Locked On Patriots and Joe Marino of Locked On Bills as they explore the Bills' strategic approach, balancing playoff preparation with player health. They also discuss the Patriots' draft position and the potential impact of a win or loss. Key figures like...

With the end of the 2024 NFL season drawing near and the 2025 NFL draft looming, the New England Patriots face critical decisions that could reshape their future. Join host Mike D'Abate and guest Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy as they dissect the Patriots' struggles, from Drake Maye's performance against the Los Angeles Chargers to the coaching staff's controversial decisions. The discussion highlights key...

In the wake of their crushing 40-7 defeat to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 17, the New England Patriots now find themselves in position to procure the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. As such, they  face critical decisions that could reshape their future in the NFL. Join host Mike D’Abate and guest analyst Steve Balestreri as they dissect the Patriots' recent performance. The discussio...

The Patriots dropped their record to 3-13 with a lopsided loss to the Chargers in Foxboro. The story of the game was the injuries, with Drake Maye getting hit in the head in the first quarter but returning in the second, while Christian Gonzalez was knocked out of the game with a head injury. With one game left, should the Patriots just shut down Gonzalez and Maye and lock in the no. 2 overall pic...

The New England Patriots are set to face off against the formidable Los Angeles Chargers for a Week 17 showdown at Gillette Stadium. Explore the strategic offensive plays quarterback Drake Maye and the Patriots might employ to counter the Chargers' aggressive tactics on defense. Guest analyst Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy joins host Mike D'Abate to dissect how the Patriots can leverage Antonio Gibson's ru...

Can the New England Patriots outsmart the Los Angeles Chargers in their upcoming NFL showdown in Week 17? With Jim Harbaugh's transformative impact on the Chargers, this game promises to be a clash to remember. Join hosts Mike D'Abate of Locked On Patriots and Daniel Wade of Locked On Chargers as they dissect the Patriots' offense led by Drake Maye, and their defensive prowess by spotlighting star...

With two games remaining on their schedule, the New England Patriots are compiling quite the list of needs for 2025 and beyond. In that vein, host Mike D’Abate opens the Locked On Patriots mailbag to take a look into the Patriots play-calling on offense and how it is affecting the development of rookie quarterback Drake Maye. He also addresses the Pats run defense as one of the team’s biggest conc...

The New England Patriots continue take stock in their narrow 24-21 loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 16 of the NFL season. With the Patriots showing unexpected strength in the first half, fans are left wondering if this performance hints at untapped potential. Join host Mike D'Abate and guest analyst Steve Balestrieri as they dissect the Patriots' game, spotlighting standout performances from play...

The game didn't mean anything for the Patriots, but they had the Bills right where they wanted them in the first half. After scoring touchdowns on each of their first two drives, they didn't score again, running New England's record to 3-12. When do things become "off the rails" for this organization?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Hillsdale College All of Hillsdale’s courses are self-pa...

Can the New England Patriots pull off an improbable upset of the Buffalo Bills in their upcoming NFL showdown? With the Patriots facing a formidable Bills defense, the stakes are high, and the strategies are complex. Join host Mike D’Abate and guest analyst Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy as they dissect the Patriots' offensive tactics against the Bills' split-safety defense. They explore the challenges pos...

Will the Buffalo Bills maintain their momentum against the New England Patriots, or can the Patriots' and first-year coach Jerod Mayo turn the tide and pull the upset? As the NFL gears up for this Week 16 matchup, fans are eager to see how Josh Allen's evolution without Stefon Diggs impacts the Bills' offense and whether rookie quarterback Drake May can rise to the occasion for the Patriots. This...

It is grade report time for the New England Patriots’ performance in their  30-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 15. Sadly, the 17 points dont New England scored fail to truly tell the story of the team’s numerous problems in all phases of the game. Host Mile D’Abate welcomes Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com to grade the Pats’ offense, defense and coaching in advance of their Week 16 match...

In this week's NFL Squad, the crew discusses the whether or not the best of the NFC can actually contend with the AFC and the Buffalo Bills who look like a force after they beat the Detroit Lions. The crew also hands out gifts or coal to their team or rivals. Plus, what does the crew think about some of the league's biggest games this week including the Denver Broncos/Los Angeles Chargers, Tampa B...

In the aftermath of the New England Patriots 30-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Pats Nation  is acknowledging that this defeat brought a lot of the team’s biggest problems into some glaring light. However, what is New England’s biggest problem … Coaching, Offense, Defense, Ownership? Also, are the Pats struggles enough to put coach Jerod Mayo on the “hotseat?” Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Thomas ‘...

The New England Patriots looked listless in their disappointing 30-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 15 of the NFL season, leading some to question both their preparation and strategy. Host Mike D'Abate breaks down the game, spotlighting standout performances from Drake Maye and Christian Gonzalez. Maye's poise under pressure and Gonzalez's defensive prowess against Marvin Harrison Jr. offe...

Just another week of Drake Maye doing everything he can to make the Patriots look respectable, but his teammates couldn't help as the Cardinals cruised past New England 30-17. Obviously, we don't ever expect the Patriots to win, but how do they look like this after a BYE week?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  BetterHelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Make your brain your friend,...

Bill Belichick's unexpected move to the University of North Carolina as head coach is shaking up the football world. What does this mean for the New England Patriots and Belichick's legacy? This episode dives into the implications of Belichick's transition to college football, exploring how his NFL experience might translate to success at UNC. Host Mike D’Abate and guest expert Tanya Ray Fox of FS...