Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast with Nick Cattles

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'They didn't bleeping do all this for Cam Newton' Apr 27, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick go through the latest rumors on the Patriots' draft, the secondary QBs and Greg's latest mock draft pick.

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0:00: Patriots moving up?

3:00: Why the Patriots are making top 10 calls.

6:00: Patriots trading down? Caleb Farley.

10:00: Jimmy Garoppolo now available?

20:00: These Patriots have a short window to win ... you want a rookie QB?

23:00: Davis Mills, Kellen Mond and Kyle Trask

36:00: BSJ Member Question of the Day

Why would the Patriots trade down to pick up a third?

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Ranking the 1st round QBs for the Patriots Apr 20, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick go deep on the top five QBs available in the NFL draft and rank them by appeal to the Patriots.

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0:00: Trevor Lawrence

3:00: Zach Wilson

6:00: It's not just about talent when it comes to success.

9:00: Mac Jones.

14:00: Justin Fields ... and Justin Herbert?

21:00: Cam Newton and Fields

26:00: Trey Lance

36:00: BSJ Member Question of the Day from Laura

Would the Patriots move up for Fields or Lance?

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We need to talk about 2022 ... & Justin Fields Apr 16, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick discuss the Patriots' depth chart/roster situation for 2022 and why it could have a profound effect on which positions the Patriots draft this year. Plus, Justin Fields and the 49ers.

Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast Hosts: Greg Bedard & Nick Cattles.

0:00: Team-building in the present and future.

5:00: A ton of core players are free agents.

9:00: The good news for 2022

11:00: Some guys might pop in '21 ala Damien Harris.

12:00: The depth chart concerns.

17:15: What about a receiver?

19:30: Dialing down which positions need help a year out.

27:00: Justin Fields' pro day and the Patriots.

32:00: Could Patriots make a mini move up, and are the 49ers really in on Fields.

36:00: BSJ Member Question of the Day - MGilmete, after reading Bedard's Fields/Patriots column:

My thing is Greg, I’m not saying your opinion is right or wrong. We’ve heard Bill that past several years mention in his press conferences speak about how much an advantage a mobile QB puts on the defense, etc. We’ve had a huge difficulty defending QBs who are mobile. Do you think he takes this into account?

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The one with Edelman, Fields, Belichick and a mock draft Apr 14, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick discuss Julian Edelman's retirement and his Patriots career, the factors at play with the Patriots and Justin Fields, and Greg's first mock draft pick for the Patriots

Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast Hosts: Greg Bedard & Nick Cattles.

0:00: Edelman, the ultimate underdog who connected with Patriots fans.

8:30: Edelman, Belichick and the captaincy

11:30: Edelman isn't coming back

14:00: Patriots and Justin Fields' pro day.

16:15: Patriots and evaluating the athletic quarterback.

21:00: Belichick at 69.

26:21: Mock draft pick!

36:00: BSJ Member Question of the Day - matthewrg4 asks ... Greg, could you give us some insights into Jacob Dolegala? I really like the tape so far on this kid and I think this under-the-radar pick by BB might be a strong option to start later this year at QB. Keep up the good work Greg!

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Will Patriots take a QB if there's 1 (or 2) at 15? Apr 06, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick discuss the wide-ranging QB fallout from the Jets' trade of Sam Darnold to the Carolina Panthers. Who could jump the Patriots for a QB? Will the Patriots even take a QB if there's one (or two) at 15?

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0:00: Reaction to the Jets-Panthers trade.

6:30: Is Sam Darnold any good?

8:30: You HAVE to account for coaching changes with a QB.

14:00: What will the Falcons at 4?

22:00: What will George Paton, the Broncos do?

30:00: Watch out for the Bears ... and Washington.

31:00: If there are QBs on the board, will the Patriots take one?

36:00: BSJ Member Question of the Day - Laura asks, why won't the Patriots have interest in Bridgewater over Cam Newton?

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Patriots admit they're not perfect Apr 02, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick discuss Robert Kraft's press conference, where the owner sees the Patriots and where they're going.

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0:00: Finally, someone gives real answers.

5:00: Actions from Belichick, words from Kraft should make Patriots Nation should rest a little easier now.

9:00: Kraft's not happy with the drafts.

12:00: Belichick's job is not on the line this season.

15:00: Are the Patriots really going to change how they draft?

20:00: What was Kraft trying to say about the QBs?

26:00: What about Stephon Gilmore?

28:00: Patriots are out at the pro days.

30:00: BSJ Member Question of the Day - Didn't Brady demand Garoppolo be traded? Didn't Kraft force the trade?

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What's the Deal With Jimmy G? Mar 31, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick discuss the 49ers' trade up the draft board to get a quarterback, where that leaves Jimmy Garoppolo and the Patriots.

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0:00: 49ers trade up to No. 3 ... what was Garoppolo's reaction?

2:00: The only thing that's important is what Garoppolo wants.

3:00: He has the leverage.

5:45: Kyle Shanahan is trying to cover his own ass with/is using Garoppolo.

7:30: Don't say Garoppolo's not competing here ... this is entirely different.

11:50: Why the 49ers shouldn't want Garoppolo.

18:00: Who did the 49ers move up to 3 to get?

20:00: Where are the Patriots at?

22:00: Potential other Jimmy suitors.

26:00: What would you give up for Garoppolo.

38:00: BSJ Member Question of the Day - Why do you think Steve Belichick and Jerod Mayo could be "losers" after the spending spree?

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Returning Pats, players on the move & QB market Mar 26, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick take stock of the Patriots' roster after some key additions, who might be on the move, and where the QB market is, including Jimmy Garoppolo.

Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast Hosts: Greg Bedard & Nick Cattles.

1:00: James White is back, and which player are they getting?

5:45: Lawrence Guy is also back ... cue Bedard

10:30: Leadership ain't nothing to sneeze at.

12:00: Where is the roster now, and why did Belichick do that?

14:00: Stephon Gilmore's future

17:00: Futures of N'Keal Harry, Chase Winovich, Devin Asiasi, Joejuan Williams.

23:30: Marcus Mariota.

25:30: Gardner Minshew, the 49ers and Garoppolo.

23:00: Marcus Mariota's contract makes him more available to the Patriots.

28:00: Ranking the Patriots draft scenarios for QBs.

33:00: BSJ Member Question of the Week - What's going on with Brian Flores in Miami, and will he be back here at some point?

38:00: Nick's Celtics Minute on trade for Evan Fournier.

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'True or False' with Patriots free agency/roster Mar 24, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick play multiple rounds of True or False when it comes to the team's additions in free agency, where it leaves the roster and the draft.

Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast Hosts: Greg Bedard & Nick Cattles.

On this episode, we play TRUE or FALSE on the following topics:

0:00: Cam Newton is ready to be the QB for this team.

5:00: The door is now closed on Jimmy Garoppolo.

6:32: Belichick and the Patriots were a major selling point for these tight ends.

10:00: David Andrews gave the Patriots a hometown discount.

14:00: Lawrence Guy will not be back.

16:30: Chase Winovich will still have a significant role on this team.

18:00: This free agency says Belichick has given up trying to coach only guys he wants to coach.

22:00: Trent Brown's contract says he starts at LT this season.

23:00: Marcus Mariota's contract makes him more available to the Patriots.

24:30: QBs will go in the first four picks in the draft.

27:30: BSJ Member Question of the Week - Is there still time for Cam Newton to prepare right to be the Patriots' QB?

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Pats Free Agency: So good Bedard is borderline giddy Mar 18, 2021

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On this episode of the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles, Greg and Nick talk about Patrick Chung's retirement, the most recent Patriots FA signings, David Andrews future and what is going on with the Patriots Quarterback search.

Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast Hosts: Greg Bedard & Nick Cattles.

On this episode:

0:00: Patrick Chung retires

5:00: Patriots get BOTH tight ends

10:30: Kyle Van Noy is back ... no more nicknames

13:00: What about the Patriots' young players ... are they out?

17:00: Ted Karras and the offensive line ... what about David Andrews?

20:00: Cam Newton is under a ton of pressure ... if he's the starter

31:00: Deshaun Watson fantasyland

36:00: Final to-do list

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