Locked On Patriots - Daily Podcast On The New England Patriots

There is finally some hope in New England. No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye looked really impressive in his first NFL start, but the Patriots defense looked just dreadful once again, as they lose to the Houston Texans 41-21. They obviously won't win many games, but the Pats seem to have something with Maye, who threw for nearly 250 yards and 3 touchdown passes, more than Jacoby Brissett threw for in...

New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye is set to make his debut as an NFL starting quarterback against the Houston Texans in Week 6. Can he overcome a pressure-packed Texans defense to lead the Pats to victory? Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Isaac Schade, host of Locked On Tar Heels as the duo discuss Drake’s potential as a pro QB, his experience at UNC and predict how he may fare agai...

In the debut episode of Locked On AFC Squad, the New York Jets decision to fire Robert Saleh in favor of Nathaniel Hackett and Aaron Rodgers was discussed by our host of AFC team representatives. Plus, which AFC teams are on upset alert for Week 6 and which team in the AFC in the bottom of their division has the best chance to make the playoffs? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ad...

New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye will lead his team into a Week 6 battle against the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium. Will coach Jerod Mayo’s decision to start Maye against the NFL’s top pressure defense lead to more problems for the Pats offense? Join Locked On Patriots host Mike D’Abate and Brian “Big Sarge” Barefield, co-host of Locked On Texans to break down the biggest st...

The New England Patriots will start rookie quarterback Drake Maye in Week 6 against the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium. While many wondered the if the Pats would wait longer to “make the switch,”  they are opting for a quarterback with off-script ability and big-play talent to turn things around on offense. Host Mike D’Abate provides his thoughts on the positives and negatives of starting Maye...

The New England Patriots committed more than a dozen penalties while producing only 148  passing yards as they fell to 1-4 on the 2024 season in a 15-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins at Gillette Stadium in Week 5. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett continues to struggle, leading to questions as to whether it is time to start rookie Drake Maye in Week 6. Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to di...

The Miami Dolphins escape New England with a win after a horrendous rule overturns the Patriots game-winning touchdown with just over a minute to play. Someone please tell me what a catch is. Please. Now that they have lost the most winnable game on the schedule, is it time for Drake Maye?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  PrizePicks Download the app or click HERE and use code lockedonnfl t...

The New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins are set for their first of two matchups in Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season. The Pats will host the Fins this Sunday, October 6 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Will quarterback Jacoby Brissett find a way to lead New England to victory? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Tanya Ray Fox of FS1 to discuss the state of the Patriots through the season’s...

The New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins are looking to improvise upon their respective 1-3 records during their Week 5 matchup at Gillette Stadium. However, will the injuries to Pats ‘center David Andrews and Fins’ linebacker Jaelan Phillips derail their efforts? Hosts Mike D’Abate of Locked On Patriots and Kyle Crabbs of Locked On Dolphins “cross the streams” to discuss the game’s biggest sto...

The New England Patriots 30-13 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4 created more questions for a team already struggling to find its identity. Still, Pats coach Jerod Mayo appears to be sticking with the team’s plan to keep veteran Jacoby Brissett as its starting quarterback. Is it the right move? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Locked On Sports Boston’s Cam Stuart to discuss whether it is time to...

The New England Patriots lost their third straight game of the 2024 NFL season in Week 4. Pats quarterback Jacoby Brissett was pressured on more than 50 percent of his dropbacks, while opposing QB Brock Purdy threw a touchdown pass. San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner returned an interception for a score as the Niners snapped a two-game skid by beating Patriots 30-13 at Levi Stadium on Sund...

The San Francisco 49ers showed why they are the defending NFC Champs with a 30-13 cakewalk over the New England Patriots, dropping Jerod Mayo's record to 1-3. The Patriots allowed 6 more sacks, turned the ball over 3 times, and for the second straight week they were doubled up in total yards.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  PrizePicks Download the app or click HERE and use code lockedonnf...

As the New England Patriots attempt to earn an upset victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4, they appear to be getting some much-needed reinforcement along their beleaguered offensive line. Left guard Sidy Sow is expected to return from an ankle injury. However, the team may be without the services of left tackles Vederian Lowe and Caedan Wallace. Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Dr. Kyle Trimbl...

Can New England Patriots rebound from a dismal Week 3 loss to the New York Jets? Will quarterback Jacoby Brissett navigate through a makeshift offensive line against a fearsome San Francisco 49ers front seven? Will Niners quarterback Brock Purdy be targeting Jauan Jennings and Brandon Aiyuk against Christian Gonzalez and the Pats secondary? Join hosts Mike D’Abate of Locked On Patriots and Brian P...

The New England Patriots need improvement in several areas as they prepare for their Week 4 matchup with the San Francisco 49ers. Can the athleticism of rookie quarterback Drake Maye help mitigate the Pats’ problems along the offensive line? Is the steady hand of veteran Jacoby Brissett the more practical answer? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com to discuss the Patriots...

The New England Patriots may be sticking with Jacoby Brissett as their starting quarterback for the immediate future. However, might the return of a key offensive lineman help nudge rookie Drake Maye closer to the driver’s seat in short order? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Locked On Sports Boston Postcast host Cam Stuart to break down the Pats QB situation, discuss final takeaways from their Week 3 l...

The New England Patriots were dominated in each phase of their 24-3 Week 3 loss to the New York Jets on Thursday Night Football at MetLifeStadium. Pats quarterback Jacoby Brissettwaspressuresonover 50 percent of his drop backs, leading to a fourth-quarter appearance by rookie Drake Maye. Are Brissett’s struggles enough for the Patriots to consider a change at quarterback? Host Mike D’Abate welcome...

Aaron Rodgers made it a happy homecoming for the Jets as they crush the Patriots 24-3 in a game that did not even feel that close. The Patriots failed to crack 200 yards of total offense while Rodgers went 27-35 for 267 yards and 2 TD's. Drake Maye debuted on the final drive, getting sacked twice, capping off a 7 sack performance from the Jets defense.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Aren...

Can the New England Patriots offense led by quarterback Jacoby Brissett use the passing game to stretch the field against an aggressive New York Jets defense? Will Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers target a talented group of receivers against Christian Gonzalez and the Pats secondary? Join hosts Mike D’Abate of Locked On Patriots and John Butchko of Locked On Jets as they preview the Pats’ Week 3 mat...

The New England Patriots defense will presumably be without the services of their defensive team captain, linebacker Ja’Whaun Bentley, for the remainder of the season. How will the Pats compensate for the loss of one of their top defensive players and one of their most respected leaders? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com to discuss Bentley, grade the Pats Week 2 performa...

The New England Patriots Week 2 matchup at Gillette Stadium may have been a long way from the Emerald City. Still, it was the Seattle Seahawks who found there to be “no place like the Pats’ home.” Seahawks kicker Jason Myers hit a 31-yard field goal in overtime to lift  Seattle to a 23-20 win over New England. Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to discuss Jacoby Brissett, Rhamondre S...

The Seattle Seahawks spoiled the Patriots home opener with a 23-20 OT victory courtesy of a walk-off field goal. The Pats led 20-17 with 4:00 left until the Seahawks engineered a game-tying drive, hitting a chip shot field goal with just over a minute left, and scoring on their firt drive of overtime. Patriots receivers tallied just three total catches on the day, while the team rushed for 185 yar...

The New England Patriots are set to host the Seattle Seahawks on Sept. 15 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The Pats earned the Week 1 upset victory over the Cincinnati Bengals with a solid running game, a dominant defense and an opportunistic special teams unit. Can quarterback Jacoby Brissett and company ride the same strategy to their second win in as many games? Host Mike D’Aba...

Can the New England Patriots offense led by quarterback Jacoby Brissett use the passing game to stretch the field against an aggressive Seattle Seahawks defense? Will Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith target a talented group of receivers against Christian Gonzalez and the Pats secondary? Join hosts Mike D’Abate of Locked On Patriots and Corbin K. Smith of Locked On Seahawks as they preview the Pats’...

The New England Patriots delivered a shocker in Week 1 by defeating the Cincinnati Bengals. However, can they keep the momentum going and earn their second victory in as many weeks this Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com to provide the Pats Week 1 grade report and to take an early look at the Patriots and Seahawks Week 2 matchup. #nfl...