Sean Grandfield, J.J. Ahigian, and Ryan Pray

The Patriots Podcast

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Two fanboys can’t talk enough about the New England Patriots. Hail the Hoodie.

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Sean Grandfield, J.J. Ahigian, and Ryan Pray

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2023 NFL Draft Preview - Draft Season! Favorite Players, QBs, Patriots Scenarios and a 1st Round Mock Draft Extravaganza 27.04.2023 1:43:17

The guys celebrate one of their favorite seasons of the year, draft season. Sean, Ryan, and JJ discuss the top QBs, their favorite prospects up and down the board, draw up some Patriots dream scenarios, and do a complete 1st round mock draft. Please check out our facebook page for Ryan's analysis and NFLDraftHead.com for Sean's prospect write ups. Thanks for listening!

2023 Free Agency Recap - Patriots Stay At Home, McCourty’s Legacy, Mac News, and Best/Worst FA Signings 12.04.2023 1:02:21

The guys come back from break to dig into the Patriots pedestrian free agency moves, Jakobi for Juju and Jonnu for Gesicki, biggest holes on the roster, Mac in the press, quarterback movement, best and worst free agency signings around the league, and we start it all off with an homage to an all-time Patriot, Devin McCourty. Thanks for listening!

Super Bowl LVII - Chiefs Win Again, Eagles/Chiefs Better 2023? Looking Back at Predictions, Patriots Offseason To-Do List, And QB Carousel 23.02.2023 47:38

The guys discuss the good not great Super Bowl 57 then determine which Super Bowl team is better positioned for the future before turning their gaze to the Patriots coaching staff and potential losses to free agency. Finally we look around the league and discuss QB movement including Derek Carr and Aaron Rodgers. Thanks for listening!

2022 Super Bowl Preview - Tommy Hangs ’Em Up, Burrow Had His Chance, Mahomes Legacy, Eagles Untested, Sean Payton, Coaching Movement and More! 02.02.2023 1:04:14

The guys give their thanks to Tom Brady on the day he walks away from the game before discussing the AFC Championship game in depth and the chances both teams had to control the game. Then they discuss the flop that was the NFC Championship game and how the Eagles have not faced a difficult opponent in months before moving on to preview the Super Bowl matchup and make picks. The guys also discuss...

2022 Championship Round - Patriots Have and Offensive Coach, Better Championship Game Matchup, Bills Outlook, Coaching Changes to Come and More! 25.01.2023 48:57

The guys gush over Bill O'Brien returning as the offensive coordinator, then speculate about further coaching staff changes. Next they review the 4 games from the divisional round, pick winners next week, and discuss the complicated future facing the Buffalo Bills. Thanks for listening!

2022 Divisional Round - Patriots Offensive Coordinator Search, Jags Big Comeback, Bengals and Bills Matchup, Upset Alert, and Patriots Offseason Checklist 19.01.2023 58:56

The whole gang is together to discuss the 6 game slate during wildcard weekend and look ahead to some juicy matchups in the Divisional Round. But as always, it starts and ends with Patriots talk. This time focusing on the offensive coaching staff, what happens with Patricia, and how much will Jakobi Meyers command on the unrestricted free agency market. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 18 - Merciful Finish, The 8-9 Pats, Fatal Flaws, 5 Problems to Address, Football Nerdery and Playoff Outlook 12.01.2023 53:31

Sean and Ryan go over the Patriots surprisingly balanced performance against the Bills (sans special teams), before defining the 5 main problems facing the team, a deep dive into the depth chart and salary cap, and then preview the playoffs and pick their favorite game of Wildcard Weekend. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 17 - Hamlin First, Playoff Chances, How The Patriots Stack Up, Sneaky Teams, and More 05.01.2023 1:01:59

The guys discuss their emotions over Damar Hamlin and the impact on football, before turning their attention to the Patriots victory over the Dolphins and what will shake out in the playoffs. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 16 - Are We Done Yet, Patriots Fumble at then End, AFC Wildcard Chances, Brady’s Bucs, Best Teams and More! 30.12.2022 1:09:04

Sean, JJ, and Ryan talk about the miraculous almost win against the Bengals before looking around the league, laughing about the Jets, and previewing next week's game with the Dolphins. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 15 - Is the Season Over Yet? All-Time Embarrassing Ending, Patriots Are Officially Not Good, Tight Playoff Races and Bengals on Deck 21.12.2022 59:17

Sean, Ryan, and JJ look back are the remarkable comeback against the Raiders that was marred by an inexplicable ending that likely costs the Patriots a chance at the playoffs. Is that a good thing or a bad thing for the future of the Patriots roster and coaching staffs? The guys discuss. Then a look around a crazy week 15, tight playoff races everywhere, and a preview of the Bengals coming into Fo...

2022 Week 14 - Playoff Hunt - Tale of Two Halves - Rookies Shine - AFC East Hopes - Raiders on Deck and More! 15.12.2022 1:27:52

The guys discuss the opportunistic victory over the Cardinals and discuss the potential for the playoffs if they can beat the Las Vegas Raiders next week. Plus, a look around the league including the AFC playoff picture, surprising NFC teams, and why Don Shula's retirement is important for Belichick this offseason.

2022 Week 13 - Buffalo Stampede, Offense Beyond Saving, AFC Playoff Races, Who to Root For and More 07.12.2022 1:07:20

The guys look back at the disappointing loss to the Bills on Thursday Night Football, discuss the offensive woes and the team's playoff chances before looking around the league and previewing the Week 14 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 12 - Let Down on Turkey Day, Offense is Alive, Feeling Froggy About the Bills and More 01.12.2022 59:25

The full gang is back together as Sean, Ryan, and JJ look back at a disappointing but entertaining loss on Thanksgiving to the Vikings. Then they look around the league and preview the Patriots and Bills AFC East showdown on Thursday night. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 11 - Another Domination of the Jets - Mac and Zach - Defense Impresses - Vikings on Thanksgiving and More! 24.11.2022 46:10

Sean and Ryan breakdown the Patriots dismantling of the Jets offense for the second time in a month, delve into our own offensive woes, and look forward to the Turkey day matchup in Minnesota taking on the Vikings. Happy Thanksgiving!

2022 Week 10 - Bye Week Wishes, Coaching Complaints, Powerhouse AFC East, Best Teams to Watch and 2nd Half Outlooks 17.11.2022 1:03:52

The guys regroup after the bye week to talk about what happened in week 10 and preview what the Patriots need to get fixed during their time off before they faceoff against the Jets. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 9 - Belichick Ruins the Colts, Offensive Woes, Patricia Problems, Judon for DPOY, Good Teams Aren’t Great, Stacked AFC, and Bye Week Interventions 10.11.2022 59:02

The guys look back at a dominant but disappointing Patriots drubbing of the hapless Colts, propose coaching solutions to implement over the bye, and look ahead to playoff chances down the stretch in the 2nd half of the season. Plus, are there any good teams in the AFC and what to expect from Mac Jones going forward

2022 Week 8 - Patriots Ground the Jets, Mac Over Zach, Mondre for President, Bad Football, Colts on Deck, Playoff Chances and More 04.11.2022 1:02:03

The triumvirate assembles again to recount another Patriots victory over the Jets bringing them back to 500 before previewing the week 9 matchup with Colts in Foxboro. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 7 - Bears humiliate Patriots, Coaches Toying with QB’s, Crucial Week 8 Jets Preview 28.10.2022 58:28

The guys are down a man this week, next man up! James And Ryan discuss the Bears steamrolling the Pats at home 33-14. They analyze the bizarre coaching decisions in regards to the quarterback situation. They preview a huge week 8 matchup against the high flying Jets. And also take a quick look around the league and talk about some of the trades. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 6 - Patriots on a Roll, Zappe to the Rescue, Rookies on Display, Bad Football Around the League, Bears on Deck 19.10.2022 59:58

The guys go over the dominating victory over the Browns in week 5 highlighted by another strong performance by the Patriots 2022 rookie class. Then they look around the remarkable amount of parity in the league before previewing this week's Monday night matchup of the Bears visiting the Patriots. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 5 - Pats Smoke the Lions, Gameplan Perfection, Zappe and Judon, Analytics Mishaps, Browns on Tap and More! 12.10.2022 1:00:08

The guys relive the shutout victory over the Lions with special focus on the offensive run game, conservative approach, and dominant defense, before shifting focus to the leaguewide trend of over-aggressiveness on 4th down. Then they preview the week 6 matchup against the Browns and how the Patriots will fare against Nick Chubb, Myles Garrett and company

2022 Week 4 - Losing in Lambeau - Zappe to the Rescue - Rookies on Display - Must Watch Lions on Deck - Best of Week 4 and More! 07.10.2022 54:02

The guys breakdown the overtime loss to the Packers in Green Bay including a special focus on the running game and rookie performances. Then they look around the leagues best games of week 4 before previewing the must watch Lions matchup in foxboro next weekend. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 3 - Encouraging Loss? - Mac Jones Future - Turnover Battles - Bright Spots - AFC Battle - Packers Next - Upsets Around the League and More 30.09.2022 1:04:17

The guys talk about the frustrating loss to the Ravens and what's next for the team before meeting the Packers in week 4

2022 Week 2 - Pats Get First Win - Defense Riding High - Offense Has Work to Do - Comebacks Around the League - Matching Up with the Ravens and More 21.09.2022 1:01:12

The guys breakdown the 17-14 week 2 victory over the Steelers before looking at all the comeback wins around the league before previewing the week 3 matchup against Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens in the Patriots home opener of the season. Thanks for listening!

2022 Week 1 - Patriots Get a Slow Start - Bad Luck or Bad Team - Up and Down Players - Steelers Bengals - Statement Games and More! 13.09.2022 52:40

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2022 Roster Breakdown - Final Cut Surprises - Coaching Outlook - Plus Predictions! Patriots Win Total, MVP, OPOY, DPOY, Rookies, and Super Bowl Picks! 31.08.2022 59:31

The guys break down the final roster and outlook for the 2022 Patriots and make predictions for the season win total, major awards, and Super Bowl preview