The Ex-pats Podcast - A Patriots Podcast

Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer joins Phil Perry ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft to discuss what he's hearing about the Patriots and whether they should try to trade up. Phil then breaks down his final mock draft.2:00 - What is Albert Breer hearing about the Patriots ahead of the NFL Draft?11:00 - Should the Patriots try to trade up?15:30 - Are they any names picking up steam the week of the draft?30:00 - Phil breaks down his final 2023 mock draft WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry continues to talk with Patriots LEGENDS to try and find out what makes a successful Patriot at their position. This time we got back to our 2019 conversation with Troy Brown, who explains what it takes to be a receiver in Bill Belichick’s system. 1:00-What can we learn from our 2019 conversation with Troy Brown? 6:30-How much has the Patriots offense adapted throughout the years? 8:00-What do the Patriots look for in a slot receiver? 13:00-Breaking down the Z receiver role 40:30-Players in the draft who fit Troy’s descriptions Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lPBbd7eoZwE WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry continues to talk with Patriots LEGENDS to try and find out what makes a successful Patriot at their position. So, what are the Patriots looking for in their offensive lineman? Dante Scarnecchia breaks down the key traits that New England covets. 2:30-Dante Scarnecchia talks being inducted into 2023 Patriots HOF 7:00-What are three things Scar looks for when drafting an OL? 12:00-Dante reflects on drafting linemen during his career 40:30-Players in the draft who fit Dante’s descriptions Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4Oq8ahvYlFs WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry continues to talk with Patriots LEGENDS to try and find out what makes a successful Patriot at their position. So, what are the Patriots looking for at third-down back? James White breaks down what traits we should be looking at for possible Patriots fits. 2:00-What it takes to play third-down back for Bill Belichick 5:00-Is Jahmyr Gibbs a good fit for the Patriots? 10:00-James White reflects on his first NFL season 20:00-Who does James think the Patriots will draft at 14? 23:30-Players in the draft that fit White’s descriptions WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry continues to talk with Patriots LEGENDS to try and find out what makes a successful Patriot at their position. So, what are the Patriots looking for with the edge defenders? Rob Ninkovich breaks down what traits we should be looking at for possible Patriots fits. 6:00-What it takes to play on the edge for Bill Belichick 10:30-Importance of drafting a player you can develop 13:30-Difficulty identifying which players can adapt at the next level 23:30-What Rob wants to see out of Mac Jones this season 31:30-Players in the draft that fit Rob’s descriptions Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YA6wpgI3N0Q WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry takes your suggestions and creates a crowd source mock draft for the Patriots. Who do the fans want to see the Patriots draft? Later, we talk with NBC Sports NFL Draft Analyst Eric Froton to find some potential sleepers in the 2023 NFL draft. 3:00-Crowdsourced mock draft results! 18:30-Eric Froton shares his observations of the Patriots coaching staff at the Shrine Bowl 21:30-Legendary story about Bill Belichick’s motivational speech at Shrine Bowl 24:30-Breaking down the sleepers in the draft for the Patriots Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3QtrtCvg0uE WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Devin McCourty breaks down what the Patriots look for when drafting players in their secondary. Later, Phil Perry finds players in this year’s draft that fit the mold of Devin’s description. 3:30-Devin McCourty on the traits it takes to be a safety for the Patriots 12:30-What does Belichick look for in a cornerback? 16:30-Would adding size to the secondary help this season? 22:30-Players in the draft who fit the mold Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/g4qSW--tm-A WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry reacts to Mel Kiper’s recent mock draft and his comments about the talent that may be available for the Patriots. Later, Connor Rogers breaks down which players in the draft could help take the Patriots offense to the next level. 2:30-Reaction to Mel Kiper’s most recent mock draft 10:30-Kiper on the TE talent in the draft 14:30-Is Dalton Kincaid worth the first-round investment? 31:30-Connor Rogers on fits for the Patriots in the draft Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3RtsvlOIN4U WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry breaks down the latest news on whether Bill Belichick “shopped” Mac Jones this offseason. He also debates what approach the Patriots should have with the 14th overall pick. Lastly, we go 1-on-1 with Cincinnatti WR Tyler Scott. 2:00-The latest on whether Bill Belichick “shopped” Mac Jones 7:30-How do current players feel about the drama? 13:00-Round up of recent Patriots’ mock drafts 19:00-Why a trade down could be in the Patriots future 24:00-Would you rather: trade up, stay, or trade down 35:00-1-on-1 with Tyler Scott Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/viHonrU8dM8 WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

As we get closer to the NFL Draft, what position will the Patriots draft at No.14? Phil Perry breaks down where the Patriots will likely go. Later, we talk to Quentin Johnston about how his game will translate in the NFL. 1:00- What position will the Patriots target at No.14? 11:30-Quentin Johnston 1-on-1 15:30-What part of Johnston’s game needs to improve for the NFL? 17:00-Detaling Quentin’s meeting with the Patriots Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jKtD4qsvlxE WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry talks with Boston College head coach Jeff Hafley about the potential of Zay Flowers. Do the Patriots need a separator on offense? Would they have to take Zay at #14 or could they trade back and draft him later? 4:00-Mel Kiper says Zay is ‘electric with the ball in his hands’ 10:30-Jeff Hafley praises the character of Zay Flowers 18:30-What would Zay’s superpower be? 21:00-How much did Zay benefit from staying another season at BC? 24:00-How will Zay’s game translate in the NFL? Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/R5BEEybogyc WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry talks with Calvin Johnson about his cannabis company Primitiv. He also breaks down why it’s important in today’s NFL to have a deep threat at WR. Later, Jonathan Jones discusses free agency and his future with the Patriots. 2:00-Calvin Johnson discusses his cannabis business Primitiv 8:30-Why the Patriots need to get someone to stretch the field 10:30-Is New England an attractive spot for free agents? 18:30-1-on-1 with Jonathan Jones Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Uf5tSb1fOS4 WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Rob Gronkowski joins Next Pats to discuss his excitement for FanDuel launching in Massachusetts. To celebrate, we play a game of “Safe bet or long shot.” Will the Patriots make a move for DeAndre Hopkins? Will the Patriots be a playoff team next season? Gronk’s got predictions! WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry talks with Mike Lombardi, Geoff Schwartz and Louis Riddick to get their opinion on what the Patriots should focus on first when building their offense around Mac Jones. Also, we discuss whose stock is on the rise following the NFL combine. 2:30-Mike Lombardi explains why THIS position should be priority for Patriots 5:00-Geoff Schwartz thinks the Patriots should go a different route 12:00-What can the Patriots learn from how the Saints built around Drew Brees? 17:00-Reactions from NFL combine Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uqzE_lbFLWg WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry breaks down what NFL Draft lead analyst Daniel Jeremiah has to say about how the Patriots can get Mac Jones some weapons in the 2023 NFL Draft. Which WR is the best fit in the first round? Is there a case to take a TE at 14th overall? 2:30-Which WR would Daniel Jeremiah draft at #14 for the Patriots? 5:00-Top five “Patriot type players” in the draft 10:30-Is #14 too early to draft a TE? 16:30-Players who could light up the NFL Combine 30:30-Perry's mock draft Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xva8dlHtFV8 WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry catches up with former Patriot Shane Vereen to discuss what style of RB would help complement Mac Jones next season. Later, we talk with Lawrence Guy about the positive impact of having Jerod Mayo back next season. 4:00-Vereen says Patriots ‘are closer than people think’ to being contenders again 7:30-What was it like playing under Bill O’Brien? 10:00- Here’s the skill the next Patriots’ third-down back HAS TO HAVE 20:00-Lawrence Guy on the impact of having Jerod Mayo back next season Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wqKFmMofsmw WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry is joined by NFL Network analytics expert Cynthia Frelund to discuss what’s next for the evolution of the modern NFL offense. Then, Phil takes a closer look at one advanced stat that shows Mac Jones’ potential going forward before breaking down his latest 7-round Patriots’ mock draft.1:20- Cynthia Frelund 1-on-15:45- Cynthia shares the advanced metric she looks to first to see the true potential of a QB and why she’s not worried about Mac Jones9:40- Cynthia breaks down what the Patriots should do to improve in free agency and the draft this season11:28- Phil digs deeper into the advanced metric Cynthia pointed to as her gold standard and why it’s a good sign for Mac Jones’ future32:00- Phil shares his latest 7-round mock draft and who he expects the Patriots to take this springWatch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RkreTagwZ-k WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry is back with another Next Pats Podcast from Phoenix. ESPN's Louis Riddick joins Phil Perry to discuss the Patriots' offseason moves and the type of QB Mac Jones can be. Later on, NFL Network's Judy Battista stops by to discuss the trajectory the Patriots are on and the current QB salary situation in the league2:30 - Should offensive tackle or wide receiver be the main priority this offseason?5:00 - Louis Riddick on the type of QB Mac Jones can be16:00 - Judy Battista shares her thoughts on the Patriots' trajectory19:00 - Is the current QB market sustainable? WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Live from the Super Bowl in Arizona, Phil Perry sits down with NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport to take a hard look at the upcoming offseason for the New England Patriots.Topics covered...Has the system confidence returned to the building with the hiring of Bill O'Brien?What's the future for Matt Patricia?Could Bill Belichick and the Patriots take a swing at a big trade?Plus, Phil asks what the future holds for wide receivers Tee Higgins, Jerry Jeudy, and DeAndre Hopkins. Could New England add one of them to help Mac Jones?Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@nbcsboston WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Phil Perry has another Next Pats Podcast for you straight from radio row in Phoenix. Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon stops by to discuss how the hiring of Bill O'Brien can help the offense and what kind of QB Mac Jones can be in this league. Later on, former Patriot Malcolm Butler joins the pod to talk about his infamous Super Bowl interception. He also looks back on his brief reunion with the Patriots and Bill Belichick in 2022.4:00 - Matthew Judon on the Patriots' offensive issues, hiring of Bill O'Brien7:00 - Matthew Judon weighs in on Mac Jones as a leader16:30 - Malcolm Butler talks about his game-winning Super Bowl interception19:00 - Malcolm Butler on his current relationship with Bill Belichick WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok