Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

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Can the Pats Fix Their Josh Allen Problem? Plus, Masslive’s Brian Robb on the Red-Hot Celtics Nov 29, 2022

Show notes

Brian starts by giving out three things the Pats need to keep in mind in their upcoming game against the Bills (0:30). Then, he chats with Masslive’s Brian Robb about the Celtics' continued dominance, Jayson Tatum at the peak of his powers, whether this team can win more games than the ’08 championship team, and more (16:00). Lastly, Brian takes some calls and takes stock of the Red Sox’s offseason so far (43:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Brian Robb

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Are the Pats on the Treadmill of Mediocrity? Plus, Doug Kyed on the Stretch Run of the NFL Season. Nov 28, 2022

Show notes

Brian shares his Fast Five thoughts on the Patriots following their Thanksgiving night loss to the Vikings, and what the future may hold for the team (0:30). Then, he chats with PFF’s Doug Kyed about the Patriots remaining schedule, their chances of making the playoffs, news from the rest of the league, and more (15:00). Finally, Brian reacts to the Celtics’ comfortable win over the Wizards and where this team ranks among recent memorable Celtics teams (42:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Doug Kyed

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Good Night for Mac, Bad Night for the Special Teams, the Defense, and the Refs. Nov 25, 2022

Show notes

Brian recaps the Patriots' loss to the Vikings, Mac’s strong performance, some questionable calls, and the Pats' miscues that cost them the game (0:15). Next, he chats with three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the Pats’ continuing struggles in the red zone, defending Justin Jefferson, silver linings from tonight’s game, and more (23:15). Brian ends with a few listener calls, and adds a couple thoughts on the Celtics and Sox (43:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Vikings Radio Announcer Pete Bercich on the Pats-Vikings Thanksgiving Game. Plus, the C’s Weaknesses Exposed in Chicago. Nov 22, 2022

Show notes

Brian starts off by assessing Matt Patricia’s tenure so far as offensive coordinator, and how the Patriots offense has suffered under him (0:30). Then, he chats with Vikings radio analyst Pete Bercich about the upcoming Thanksgiving night game between the Pats and the Vikes, similarities between Mac and Kirk Cousins, Pete’s memories of playing with Randy Moss, and more (18:00). Brian ends by breaking down the Celtics’ loss to the Bulls on Monday night, and Patrice Bergeron reaching 1,000 points (53:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Pete Bercich

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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The Pats Survive the Jets, Plus James White on Mac, Rhamondre, and a Look Ahead to the Vikings Nov 21, 2022

Show notes

Brian recaps the Pats' dramatic win, Marcus Jones’s game-winning touchdown, and how sweet it feels to beat the Jets (0:30). Then, he talks to three-time Super Bowl champion James White about the game, New England's continued offensive struggles, defensive playmakers, and more (20:45). He ends with a listener call and discusses the Celtics and Bruins' continued hot streaks (49:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: James White

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Cedric Maxwell on the Juggernaut C’s, Lakers Hate, and Playing with Larry Bird. Plus, Matt Cassel on the Pats-Jets Rivalry and Replacing Tom Brady. Nov 18, 2022

Show notes

Brian talks to Celtics great and 1981 Finals MVP Cedric Maxwell about the current team’s dominant win streak, Jayson Tatum’s MVP chances, the Lakers-Celtics rivalry of the 1980s, and more (0:30). Then, Brian previews the Jets-Patriots game with former Pats QB Matt Cassel, who also discusses the ’07 and ’08 Patriots teams, replacing Tom Brady, and throwing to Wes Welker and Randy Moss (30:00). Finally, Brian discusses his top Patriots-Jets moments in recent years and gives out his Best Boston Bet of the Week (59:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: Cedric Maxwell and Matt Cassel

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Tatum Taking a Page Out of LeBron’s Book, Plus Andrew Callahan on the Pats' Second-Half Outlook Nov 16, 2022

Show notes

Brian puts Jayson Tatum’s young career in perspective and sees how it stacks up against the likes of LeBron James, Paul Pierce, Larry Bird, and others (0:30). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about what to expect from the Patriots after the bye week, whether Mac Jone and Matt Patricia’s jobs are safe, Matthew Judon’s chances of winning DPOY, and more (22:15). Finally, Brian discusses the news that Nathan Eovaldi turned down the Red Sox’s qualifying offer, and the Celtics’ win over the Thunder (52:15).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Andrew Callahan

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Dr. Bill Simmons on the Sizzling C’s and 50 Years as a Season Ticket Holder, Plus Chris Cotillo on the Red Sox’s Hot Stove Nov 14, 2022

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Brian chats with Dr. Bill Simmons, a.k.a. Bill’s Dad, about the Celtics’ hot start to the season, memories from 50 years as a Celtics season ticket holder, concern over Mac Jones, and more (0:20). Then, Brian talks to MassLive’s Chris Cotillo about the Red Sox’s recent moves, and what their priorities are for the rest of the offseason (32:00). Brian ends with a couple thoughts on the Pats and some listener calls (49:00).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guests: Dr. Bill Simmons and Chris Cotillo

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Ted Johnson on What’s Wrong With the Pats Offense. Plus, the Sox’s Offseason Is Underway and the C’s Are Rolling. Nov 10, 2022

Show notes

Brian talks to former Patriots linebacker Ted Johnson about what is going on the with Pats offense, how they can get back on track, who talked the most trash on the 2000s Patriots teams, and more (0:30). Then Brian previews the Red Sox’s free agent priorities as the MLB winter meetings get going, (29:30) before recapping the Celtics' win over the Pistons (44:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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Is This Year’s Pats Offense Worse Than the 2020 Version? Plus, Michael Pina on Jayson Tatum’s Big Leap Nov 08, 2022

Show notes

Brian compares this year’s Patriots offense to the Cam Newton–led offense in 2020 and assesses who is to blame for the team’s offensive shortcomings this season (0:30). Later, he chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about the Celtics’ hot start, Jayson Tatum’s place among the NBA’s most complete players, Malcolm Brogdon’s impressive contributions, and more (19:30). Brian ends with a listener call before touching on the B’s win over the Blues and the Red Sox’s offseason plans (48:30).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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