Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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Pats and Celtics Check-in With Zack Cox. Plus, the Sox Make a Move. Nov 25, 2025

Show notes

Brian breaks down the Red Sox’s acquisition of pitcher Sonny Gray before giving out his top reasons he is thankful for the Pats, Sox, Bruins, and Celtics (0:45). Then he chats with The Boston Herald’s Zack Cox about the Patriots, their injured offensive linemen, why their run game has struggled, and how an injured Neemias Queta affects the Celtics (21:45). Brian and Jamie end with some best bets for the NFL’s Thanksgiving Day games (53:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Zack Cox

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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A Costly Win for the Pats, With James White Nov 24, 2025

Show notes

Brian recaps the Patriots' win in Cincinnati that featured some costly injuries to the offensive line and talks about why the Pats can’t run the ball (0:45). Then, he discusses the Celtics’ win over the Magic on Sunday and Neemias Queta’s ankle injury. Then, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, Drake Maye’s subpar performance, and the Pats’ running game (30:15). Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the Pats (54:00).

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Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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Pats-Bengals Preview With Dan Hoard. Plus, a Drake Maye vs. Joe Burrow Comparison. Nov 20, 2025

Show notes

Brian opens the pod by comparing Drake Maye’s career with the start of Joe Burrow’s, which included a trip to the Super Bowl in his second season with the Bengals (0:45). Then, Brian chats with the radio voice of the Bengals, Dan Hoard about the upcoming Patriots-Bengals game, the Bengals’ terrible defense, what Ja’Marr Chase’s suspension means for the game, and why the Bengals have been unable to capitalize on Joe Burrow’s greatness in recent years (26:15). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 12 (47:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Dan Hoard

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Pats vs. the Other AFC Playoff Teams, With Chris Mason Nov 19, 2025

Show notes

Brian recaps the Celtics’ win over the Nets in Brooklyn on Tuesday night before getting to a couple of the Red Sox’s recent offseason moves (0:45). Then, he talks to MassLive’s Chris Mason about the Pats, including their best addition this season, the biggest surprise, the Rookie of the Year, and how they stack up against the top teams in the AFC (19:50). Brian ends with a listener call before he and Jamie discuss the Sox’s offseason in more detail (1:07:15).

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Guest: Chris Mason

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Celtics Get Back to .500, With Evan Valenti Nov 17, 2025

Show notes

Brian shares his Sunday Thoughts, discussing how important this offseason is for the Red Sox, Bill Belichick’s comments about potentially returning to the NFL, the Patriots' prime position to win the AFC East, and more (0:45). Then, he chats with CLNS Media’s Evan Valenti about the Celtics’ win over the Clippers, Boston's improved shooting, Jordan Walsh’s great defense, and Jaylen Brown’s excellent play (20:30). Brian then takes a listener call before he and Jamie discuss Milton Williams’s ankle injury (1:04:00).

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Guest: Evan Valenti

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Pats Take Care of Business Against the Jets, With James White Nov 14, 2025

Show notes

Brian opens with his initial thoughts on the Pats' win over the Jets and just how far this team can go with Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye. Then, Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the game, TreVeyon Henderson’s three touchdowns, Drake Maye’s pocket presence, and more (16:00). Brian then discusses the Celtics’ recent play, including some solid minutes from Jordan Walsh and some thoughts on the Red Sox’s offseason (47:10). Brian and Jamie give out their best bets before Brian answers some calls on the Pats (1:09:30).

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Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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The Celts Drop Another Close One, and the B’s Are a Wagon. Plus, a Pats-Jets Preview With John Jastremski. Nov 12, 2025

Show notes

Brian recaps another brutal Celtics loss to the Sixers in Philly, and the Bruins’ seventh win in a row against the Maple Leafs (0:45). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the Patriots’ strong season, the top teams in the AFC, a preview of the Pats-Jets game on Thursday night, and more (25:00). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the upcoming Pats game and the Red Sox’s offseason wishlist (52:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: John Jastremski

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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A Huge Win for the Pats in Tampa Nov 10, 2025

Show notes

Brian recaps the Pats’ big road win against the Buccaneers, and how the league is on notice as New England has now won seven in a row (0:45). Then, Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about TreVeyon Henderson’s big game, the Pats’ explosive offense, the lockdown defense, and more (19:50). Brian ends with a couple listener calls before he and producer Jamie recap a solid weekend from the Bruins and Celtics (44:20).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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A Credibility Check for the Pats With Danny Heifetz Nov 06, 2025

Show notes

Brian opens by discussing the Pats’ remarkable first half and what a win this weekend in Tampa would mean before he recaps the Celtics’ rout of the Wizards on Wednesday night (0:45). Then, he chats with The Ringer’s Danny Heifetz about where the Pats rank among the NFL’s best teams, how the Pats offense stacks up against the Bucs defense, the Bucs’ banged-up offense, and more (19:25). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 10 of the NFL season and a little TV talk (45:35).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Danny Heifetz

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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Sorting Through the Celtics’ 3-5 Start With Brian Robb. Plus, the Pats Stand Pat at the Deadline. Nov 04, 2025

Show notes

Brian recaps a quiet trade deadline for the Patriots and why that is OK with him, before digging into some stats from Sunday’s game against the Falcons. Then, he details the Red Sox’s offseason to-do list, including adding another starting pitcher and figuring out who will play third base (0:20). He then chats with Mass Live’s Brian Robb about the Celtics’ loss to the Jazz on Monday night, their poor rebounding, whether Derrick White could be on the move before too long, and more (32:00). Brian and Jamie end with some final thoughts on the NFL trade deadline (1:14:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Brian Robb

Producer: Jamie McClellan

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