Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian recaps the Celtics’ embarrassing loss to the Thunder and whether or not there is reason to be concerned about the team (0:30). Then, he chats with WEEI’s Scott McLaughlin about the Winter Classic at Fenway Park on Monday, the Bruins’ impressive depth, a potential contract extension for David Pastrnak, the biggest threat to the B’s in the East, and more (19:50). Finally, Brian discusses the n...

Brian recaps the Pats’ win over the Dolphins, which has them back in the 7th seed for the playoffs (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, Tyquan Thornton’s impact on the offense, the value of Devin McCourty and Matthew Slater’s leadership, and more (18:40). Brian ends with a listener call, and looks ahead to the Pats-Bills game next Sunday (39:50).  We...

Brian ranks the state for the four major Boston sports franchises, which includes a recap of the Celtics-Clippers game tonight (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the upcoming Patriots Dolphins game, the Pats’ fall from glory in the AFC East, the Yankees and Red Sox’s respective offseasons and more (22:00). Then, Brian gives his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week and discus...

Brian talks about the Celtics’ recent wins over the Rockets and Bucks, Robert Williams’ impressive play, their big upcoming game against the Clippers, as well as the Bruins’ shootout loss to the Senators (0:30). Then, he chats with Masslive.com’s Chris Mason about the Patriots’ chances at making the playoffs, Mac’s relationship with his teammates and coaches, Jerod Mayo’s future in the NFL, and mo...

Brian tries to make sense of yet another heartbreaking Patriots loss, but also tries to find the positives after the Pats almost came back after trailing 22-0 (0:30). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Nora Princiotti about the game, better play and body language from Mac Jones, who might be calling the offensive plays next year, and more (18:00). Finally, Brian takes some listener calls about the g...

Brian dissects the reasons for the Celtics’ recent skid after another loss to the Pacers on Wednesday night (0:30). Then, he chats with the Bengals’ play-by-play announcer, Dan Hoard, about the upcoming Patriots-Bengals game, the Bengals’ Super Bowl chances, Joe Burrow’s impact on the franchise, and more (21:45). Brian wraps up with his Greatest Boston Bet of the Week before assessing Mac Jones’s...

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ Ted Johnson about the Patriots’ disastrous last-second loss to the Raiders, whether Belichick set Mac up to fail this year, who might start at QB for the Pats next season, and more (0:15). Then, Brian reacts to the recent ESPN article detailing the Red Sox front office’s moves in the Chaim Bloom era (34:20), before discussing the B’s continued success a...

Brian recaps a wild Patriots-Raiders game and discusses the final play that doomed the Pats, as well as Mac’s performance and demeanor and Rhamondre’s big game (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the stunning loss, how the Patriots gave up a late fourth-quarter lead, Chandler Jones’s winning TD, and more (17:20). Finally, Brian takes a listener call and tal...

Brian is joined by the voice of the Celtics, Sean Grande, and they discuss the team's historic start, Robert Williams’s imminent return, Jaylen Brown’s outstanding month, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes a listener call and discusses the impact that the loss of Josh McDaniels has had on the Pats offense this season, before touching on some recent MLB signings (1:03:00). We want to hear from you!...

Brian recaps the Celtics’ wild win over the Lakers on Tuesday night, Jayson Tatum’s clutch performance, and overall thoughts on the Celtics’ road trip before he gives his current rankings of the Boston GMs (0:15). Then, he chats with Pete Abraham of the Boston Globe about the Red Sox’s offseason, why they let Xander Bogaerts walk, the front office’s reputation around the league, and more (26:45)....

Brian recaps the Patriots’ win over the Cardinals on 'Monday Night Football,' the mistakes that almost cost them the game, and their upcoming schedule as they fight for a playoff spot (0:30). Then, he sits down with three-time Super Bowl champion James White to talk about the game, the Pats' young RBs that stepped up, the Judon-Uche combo, and the Patriots' upcoming week out West (17:00). Then, Br...

Brian marvels at the current success of the Celtics and Bruins, and sees where they fit amongst the best Boston teams of this century across the four major sports (0:30). Then, he sits down with Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com to discuss the upcoming Patriots-Cardinals Monday night game, friction between Kyler Murray and the team, Kliff Kingsbury’s job security, the Pats' offensive struggles vs....

Brian reacts to the news that Xander Bogaerts is leaving the Red Sox and signing an 11-year, $280 million contract with the Padres (0:30). Then, he chats with Bill Simmons about the Bogaerts news, how it affects the Red Sox’s standing in Boston, and where the team goes from here. Then, they talk about the soaring Celtics and Bruins before commiserating about the lackluster Patriots (21:45).   We w...

Brian chats with former Patriots offensive coordinator and three-time Super Bowl champion Charlie Weis about the Patriots’ offensive struggles, how they can fix them, and stories about Tom Brady and the 2000s Patriots dynasty (0:30). Then Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Raptors on Monday night, Blake Griffin’s strong performance, and whether or not Jaylen Brown can make an All-NBA team (28:...

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Brian recaps the Celtics’ breezy win over the Nets on Sunday, and how Jaylen Brown shined while Kyrie struggled (0:30). Then, he chats with WEEI’s Khari Thompson about the fallout from the Pats’ loss to the Bills on Thursday, potential discontentment in the locker room, and whether or not Matt Patricia’s days are numbered in New England (17:15). Finally, Brian takes a listener call, discusses the...

Brian reacts to yet another Bills beatdown of the Patriots (0:30), before breaking it down with three-time Super Bowl champ James White as they discuss the Pats’ dysfunctional offense, potential friction between Mac Jones and Matt Patricia, Devin McCourty’s Patriots career, and more (15:20). Then, Brian chats with Andrew Raycroft about the first-place Bruins, Jim Montgomery’s leadership, and David...

Brian starts by giving out three things the Pats need to keep in mind in their upcoming game against the Bills (0:30). Then, he chats with Masslive’s Brian Robb about the Celtics' continued dominance, Jayson Tatum at the peak of his powers, whether this team can win more games than the ’08 championship team, and more (16:00). Lastly, Brian takes some calls and takes stock of the Red Sox’s offseaso...

Brian shares his Fast Five thoughts on the Patriots following their Thanksgiving night loss to the Vikings, and what the future may hold for the team (0:30). Then, he chats with PFF’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots remaining schedule, their chances of making the playoffs, news from the rest of the league, and more (15:00). Finally, Brian reacts to the Celtics’ comfortable win over the Wizards and wh...

Brian recaps the Patriots' loss to the Vikings, Mac’s strong performance, some questionable calls, and the Pats' miscues that cost them the game (0:15). Next, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the Pats’ continuing struggles in the red zone, defending Justin Jefferson, silver linings from tonight’s game, and more (23:15). Brian ends with a few listener calls, and adds a...

Brian starts off by assessing Matt Patricia’s tenure so far as offensive coordinator, and how the Patriots offense has suffered under him (0:30). Then, he chats with Vikings radio analyst Pete Bercich about the upcoming Thanksgiving night game between the Pats and the Vikes, similarities between Mac and Kirk Cousins, Pete’s memories of playing with Randy Moss, and more (18:00). Brian ends by break...

Brian recaps the Pats' dramatic win, Marcus Jones’s game-winning touchdown, and how sweet it feels to beat the Jets (0:30). Then, he talks to three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the game, New England's continued offensive struggles, defensive playmakers, and more (20:45). He ends with a listener call and discusses the Celtics and Bruins' continued hot streaks (49:30). We want to hear...

Brian talks to Celtics great and 1981 Finals MVP Cedric Maxwell about the current team’s dominant win streak, Jayson Tatum’s MVP chances, the Lakers-Celtics rivalry of the 1980s, and more (0:30). Then, Brian previews the Jets-Patriots game with former Pats QB Matt Cassel, who also discusses the ’07 and ’08 Patriots teams, replacing Tom Brady, and throwing to Wes Welker and Randy Moss (30:00). Fina...

Brian puts Jayson Tatum’s young career in perspective and sees how it stacks up against the likes of LeBron James, Paul Pierce, Larry Bird, and others (0:30). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about what to expect from the Patriots after the bye week, whether Mac Jone and Matt Patricia’s jobs are safe, Matthew Judon’s chances of winning DPOY, and more (22:15). Finally, Brian...

Brian chats with Dr. Bill Simmons, a.k.a. Bill’s Dad, about the Celtics’ hot start to the season, memories from 50 years as a Celtics season ticket holder, concern over Mac Jones, and more (0:20). Then, Brian talks to MassLive’s Chris Cotillo about the Red Sox’s recent moves, and what their priorities are for the rest of the offseason (32:00). Brian ends with a couple thoughts on the Pats and some...