Brian recaps the Patriots' tight 24-23 win over the Falcons, including a down day for Drake Maye and a shaky game from the offensive line, before discussing a promising start to Hugo González’s Celtics career (0:45). Then, Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Pats game, how the Falcons defense confused Maye, and a couple of key injuries to Christian Gonzalez and Kayshon Boutte (34:00). Brian ends with a couple of listener calls before he and Jamie close out the show with some final Pats thoughts (52:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by discussing the Celtics’ impressive win over the Cavaliers on Wednesday night and how Jaylen Brown has stacked up against the opponents’ best players (0:45). Then, he chats with Mass Live’s Mark Daniels about the Patriots’ recent trades, their overall depth across the roster, and whether the Falcons—or anyone—can stop Drake Maye these days (18:40). They also give out their game predictions. Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 9 of the NFL season (57:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Mark Daniels Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Steve Muench about the Patriots’ surprising 6-2 record, Drake Maye’s MVP-type season so far, the offensive line’s play, Robert Spillane and the defense, and more (0:45). Then, he talks to The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics, how much the team has missed Jayson Tatum, their lack of talent in the frontcourt, and whether or not the team should tank (51:50). Brian and Jamie end with some last thoughts on Maye (1:19:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Steve Muench and Michael Pina Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses another Patriots win and how the Pats offense overcame a good Browns defense before discussing why the Celtics have started the season 0-3 (0:45). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about Drake Maye and Kayshon Boutte’s chemistry, TreVeyon Henderson’s best game as a Patriot, Myles Garrett’s monster game, and more (31:50). Brian takes a couple listener calls to close out the show (59:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian starts with some leftover thoughts on the Celtics' season-opening loss and why some of their problems aren’t easily fixable (0:45). Then, he chats with Jonathan Peterlin of 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland about the upcoming Browns-Pats game, the Browns’ QB carousel, whether this is a potential trap game for the Pats, some recent LeBron James news, and more (14:35). Brian and Jamie end with the best bets for Week 8 of the NFL season (54:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Jonathan Peterlin Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Celtics season opening loss to the 76ers at the Garden, some troubling defense from the Celtics, Jaylen Brown’s up-and-down game, and resetting expectations with this year’s team compared to recent years (0:45). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the game and the Boston sports scene (38:40).  We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Bruins’ dramatic loss to the Panthers and Brad Marchand’s return to the Garden compared to other returning former Boston athletes (0:45). Then, Brian chats with NBC Sports Boston’s Tom Giles about the upcoming Celtics season, season predictions, Jaylen Brown’s hamstring injury, and more (20:10). Brian and Jamie end by discussing some eye-popping Drake Maye stats and the World Series (52:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Tom Giles Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Pats’ blowout win in Tennessee, including another great game from Drake Maye, a more productive run game, and a solid performance from the defense, which overcame a slow start to lock down the Titans (0:45). Then, he chats with James White about the game, where the Pats sit among the AFC’s best teams, and Drake’s place among the top QBs in the league (17:30). Brian ends with a couple of listener calls before he and Jamie talk about the top athletes in Boston right now (44:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz about Drake Maye’s great second season so far, his most impressive plays, where he ranks among the top QBs in the league, and predictions for the Patriots-Titans game (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their best bets for the Pats and the rest of the NFL in Week 7 (42:20). They then end with a few thoughts on Alex Bregman and the Celtics’ preseason (1:03:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Steven Ruiz Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian takes stock of the first-place Patriots and where Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel rank among the league’s best QB-coach tandems (0:15). Then, he chats with CLNS Media’s Bobby Manning about the Celtics’ preseason, how fast the Celtics will play this year, whether their defense will be good enough, who the starting five will be, and more (30:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener email and talk about the Pats offensive line (1:21:00). Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Bobby Manning Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Patriots’ win in New Orleans, including some more incredible Drake Maye passes, some questionable officiating, and a nonexistent run game for the Pats. Then, Brian discusses the Bruins’ surprising 3-0-0 start, including some excellent goaltending from Jeremy Swayman (33:35). Brian ends with some listener calls before he and Jamie wrap up with their thoughts on Drake Maye (41:10). Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed about the latest Bill Belichick drama, the upcoming Patriots-Saints game, the Pats’ underwhelming running backs, Keyshawn Boute’s solid season, and more (0:45). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their best bets for Week 6 (41:55). Brian ends with a couple listener calls on the Red Sox’s offseason (58:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Bruins' 3-1 win in Washington to open their season, including a big game from David Pastrnak, before recapping the Celtics’ first preseason game (0:45). Then, Brian discusses the latest drama surrounding Bill Belichick’s ugly start to his UNC coaching tenure (28:50). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on Belichick and the MLB playoffs (39:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Ringer’s Tate Frazier about former UNC and current Patriots quarterback Drake Maye after his big win in Buffalo on Sunday night, before discussing Bill Belichick’s horrendous start to his college coaching career at Chapel Hill (0:45). Then, Brian chats with the Boston Globe’s Conor Ryan about the Bruins, what the expectations should be with new coach Marco Sturm, and whether this team can compete for a playoff spot (52:30). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on Belichick and October’s sporting events (1:36:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guests: Tate Frazier and Conor Ryan Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Patriots’ upset win over the Buffalo Bills and Drake Maye’s first statement win as a pro (0:30). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the big win, Stefon Diggs’s incredible game, the secondary’s strong play versus the Bills offense, and the Patriots’ road ahead (16:30). Then, Brian offers up some early thoughts on the Celtics’ upcoming season and how they can compete with the rest of the Eastern Conference (40:30). Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie close out with some last thoughts on the Pats’ win (1:05:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by recapping a gutting Red Sox loss to the Yankees to end their season (0:15). Then, Brian chats with The Athletic’s Chad Graff about the upcoming Pats-Bills game on 'Sunday Night Football,' whether the Pats can run the ball, how to contain Josh Allen, and more. Brian and Jamie end by giving out their best bets for NFL Week 5 (54:10), before some last thoughts on the Sox’s playoff loss and the MLB playoffs  (1:12:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Chad Graff Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with Sox Prospects’ Ian Cundall about Game 2 of the Red Sox-Yankees series, including some key Sox blunders that cost them a couple runs, Brayan Bello’s disappointing outing, a gutsy performance from the bullpen, and what to expect in a pivotal Game 3 (0:45). Brian and Jamie take a listener call before wrapping up with more thoughts on Game 2 (1:06:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Ian Cundall Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with his big takeaways from a thrilling Red Sox-Yankees game that included an incredible start from Garrett Crochet and some masterful managerial tactics from Alex Cora. Then, Brian chats with Boston sports superfan Kevin Hench about the game, the big seventh inning for the Sox’s offense, a tense save from Aroldis Chapman, and what to expect from starter Brayan Bello in Game 2 (19:00). Brian and Jamie take some listener calls and emails to close out the show (52:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Kevin Hench Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with the news that the Red Sox will face the Yankees in the Bronx in the wild-card round of the MLB playoffs, before he shares his thoughts on the Pats' blowout win over the Panthers (0:45). Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, Stefon Diggs’s performance, Drake Maye’s efficient play, Marcus Jones’s electric punt returns, and more (29:00). Brian takes a listener call before he and producer Jamie discuss Sox-Yanks (51:00). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian recaps the Red Sox–Blue Jays series: The Sox took two out of three games, but they came up short on Thursday night, when they could have clinched a postseason berth. Then, he chats with NFL Media’s Eric Edholm about the upcoming Patriots-Panthers game on Sunday, Drake Maye’s decision-making, how the top of the 2025 draft class has played so far this season, and more (14:30). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for NFL Week 4 (48:50). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us an email for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Eric Edholm Producer: Jamie McClellan Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices