Zolak & Bertrand

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand tune into Robert Kraft meeting with the media. (15:06) Phil Perry joins the show to react to Robert Kraft’s comments and Jerod Mayo being fired. (28:15) We finish the day up by putting a bow on all of our Patriots thoughts from the day. (39:30) Today’s Takeaway.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the third hour by speculating on what they think Robert Kraft will say to the media today. (11:59) We discuss whether The KRafts will put together a real head coaching search this time around. (23:37) The guys question whether the Patriots fired Jerod Mayo with the belief that Mike Vrabel will be their next head coach. (32:45) We finish up the hour with more calls on all the Patriots topics being discussed.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand discuss Eliot Wolf being safe for now and whether he should’ve been fired alongside Jerod Mayo last night. (15:32) We continue to go back and forth on what’s next for the rest of the Patriots coaching staff. (25:52) The crew touches on what was the nail in the coffin for Jerod Mayo. (36:25) We react to Rob Gronkowski being shocked that Jerod Mayo was fired.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand open the show by reacting to Jerod Mayo being fired. (13:19) We touch on how many reporters changed their tune over the last few weeks about Jerod Mayo’s future. (24:52) The crew continues to go back and forth on the signs at Gillette Stadium yesterday that Jerod Mayo was going to be fired. (31:52) We react to the breaking news of the Patriots requesting an interview with Ben Johnson.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the final hour by touching on a number of Patriots topics from earlier in the day. (11:02) Zo takes over the show with ZOVERDRIVE! (23:28) We finish the day by responding to Jahlani Tavai’s response to his controversial comments earlier in the day. (39:18) Today’s Takeaway.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the third hour with Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston breaking down the latest on the Mike Vrabel front. (12:47) We get Phil’s thoughts on the dysfunction in the Patriots locker room and certain players going after fans. (24:31) The guys question whether Drake Maye will play Sunday. (35:46) We finish up the hour with Phil’s outlook on the Patriots WR room for next season.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the second hour by questioning whether the Patriots should fire AVP. (13:53) We touch on the Patriots possibly having the first overall pick and Jahlani Tavai criticizing fans on radio this morning. (27:30) The crew dives into the biggest storylines for Week 18 with Read & React. (37:29) We finish the hour with more thoughts on the #1 pick and Jerod Mayo’s future.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand touch on whether Dan Graziano is right for saying Mike Vrabel is a perfect fit with the Patriots. () The crew touches on James Palmer believing Jerod Mayo won’t be fired, but admitting Mike Vrabel could make things interesting. () We question whether the outcome of Bills @ Patriots could impact the Krafts’ decision to keep Jerod Mayo. () We dive into our picks for Week 18 of the NFL season.

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the final hour by touching on a Tik Tok they saw about one-hit wonders in the 1990s. (8:09) The guys react to a ridiculous scenario that could lead to Drake Maye getting traded and Shedeur Sanders being drafted by the Patriots. (22:16) We get Milliken’s quick thoughts on Walker Buehler signing with the Red Sox with more Patriots thoughts mixed in. (31:48) Today’s Takeaway.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand kick off the third hour with Albert Breer of SI and MMQB giving his thoughts on the letter Andrew Callahan wrote that ownership should be sending to fans. (10:47) The crew gets Breer’s thoughts on Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels possibly teaming up. (26:05) The guys question whether Drake Maye should start on Sunday. (33:08) We finish the hour with Patriots thoughts from the last two hours.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the second hour with Albert Breer of SI and MMQB giving his thoughts on whether Jerod Mayo should be fired. (13:36) The crew continues their conversation on who needs to be fired and the personnel issues on the roster. (22:24) We continue to break down the dysfunction surrounding Jerod Mayo and the Krafts and what led to his first season as HC going so poorly. (31:00) The guys finish up the hour by questioning if Jerod Mayo made another mistake in his post-game presser after losing to the Chargers.  

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand, back from vacation, touch on whether it’s time to fire Jerod Mayo. (12:30) The crew touches on the drama with Keion White and his conversation with Jerod Mayo. (24:47) We go back and forth on Davon Godchaux going at the fans booing and saying that Jerod Mayo should be fired. (35:32) The guys finish the hour by touching on why Drake Maye shouldn’t play Sunday.  

(0:00) Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles open up the final hour of the program by discussing what some potential trade scenarios would exist for the Patriots if they landed the number one pick in the upcoming draft. (13:57) Questioning if Jerod Mayo has any upside as a Head Coach. (23:17) Callers weigh in on all the topics throughout the day.. (33:33) Who are you - Greg Bedard(Music edition)?  

(0:00) Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles start off the second hour of the show by questioning if it is the wrong decision for the Patriots' to start Drake Maye..  (12:27) Recapping New Year’s Eve. (24:30) Discussing if Bill Belichick is vindicated by this poor Patriots season. (34:17) Who are you - Greg Bedard?.  

Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles start off the first hour of the show by diving into the film review of the Patriots blowout at the hands of the LA Chargers. Jerod Mayo's press conference . Debating if Drake Maye should start in the Patriots final game of the year. Callers weigh in on the topics so far during the day.

  (0:00) Matt McCarthy and Nick Cattles start off the second hour of Zolak & Bertrand by discussing the Patriots' issues at drafting receivers.  (12:16) Discussing New Year’s Eve plans. (25:02) Lightning Round with callers. (34:43) Discussing the biggest Boston Sports story of the year.  

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Nick Cattlles start off Zolak and Bertrand by questioning if Eliot Wolf deserves a second year. (17:54) Debating if Eliot Wolf gets credit for drafting Drake Maye. (27:41) Discussing the different scenarios on what Patriots may do with their football operations when the season comes to a close. (35:30) Discussing if the Patriots should inquire about Mike Vrabel.  

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Phil Perry start off the final hour of Zolak and Bertrand with a lightning round. (12:46) Discussing how the Patriots whiffed again on receivers in last year’s draft. (23:45) Reacting to Jerod Mayo on his word when it came to benching Rhamondre Stevenson. (36:18) Today’s Takeaways.  

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and and Phil Perry start off the third hour of Zolak and Bertrand with McCarthy’s tiers of Boston Owners (13:38) Comparing the difference of spending between the Red Sox and the Patriots. (24:45) Questioning if the Patriots would be a destination for Coordinators. (36:10) Discussing if the Patriots should target Travis Hunter in the draft.  

(0:00) Matt McCarthy and Phil Perry start off the second hour of Zolak and Bertrand by questioning  (13:32) Discussing why the Patriots should start Joe Milton. (22:54) Phil and Matt discuss how the Patriots have been a below stellar product for many seasons. (31:03) Questioning why the team hasn’t come out and supported Mayo yet.