Zolak & Bertrand

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David Andrews Joins The Show // Patriots Had Much Better Gameplan // Christian Gonzalez Latest - 9/15 (Hour 2) Sep 15, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand begin the hour talking to David Andrews live in the studio about the Patriots win over the Dolphins.
(12:20) David Andrews gives us his thoughts on Josh McDaniels and Drake Maye’s improvement in week 2.
(23:35) The crew touches on the status of Christian Gonzalez as well as Drake Maye’s confidence and comfortability.
(35:30) We round out the hour with the crew’s thoughts from around the NFL following week 2.

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Patriots Survive In Miami // Drake Maye And Josh McDaniels Figuring It Out? // Dolphins Are Not A Smart Team - 9/15 (Hour 1) Sep 15, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand begin the show with their biggest takeaways on the Patriots week 2 win against the Dolphins.
(8:30) We dive into the adjustments made from the Patriots offense and what to take away from their performance.
(18:22) We take your calls and reactions, positives and concerns, from the Patriots week 2 win in Miami.
(29:31) Zo and Beetle close the hour discussing the penalties and other mishaps that allowed the Patriots to take advantage.

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NFL Picks with RJ Bell // Wetzel on Belichick // Fake Promo Friday - 9/12 (Hour 4) Sep 12, 2025

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● (0:00) Zo, Beetle, and McKone start the final hour of the show by talking with RJ Bell of pregame.com

● (9:45) The guys react to Dan Wetzel’s article saying that Bill Belichick’s feud with Robert Kraft could benefit North Carolina

● (21:52) The guys discuss Mike Vrabel’s announcement on who will call the defensive plays this weekend and callers react

● (33:45) It’s a Fake Promo Friday

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Phil Perry in Studio // Too Much on Drake Maye’s Plate? // Drake Maye’s Comfort Level - 9/12 (Hour 3) Sep 12, 2025

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● (0:00) Phil Perry joins Zo, Beetle, and McKone to talk about the Patriots’ chances against the Dolphins on Sunday

● (9:53) The guys ask Phil Perry whether or not Drake Maye has too much on his plate

● (20:40) Callers react with the guys and Phil Perry

● (32:08) The guys ask Phil Perry what the Patriots can do to make Drake Maye more comfortable

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Tom Brady on Bill Belichick // Alex Bregman’s Role // Read and React // Dolphins In Trouble - 9/12 (Hour 2) Sep 12, 2025

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● (0:00) Zo, Beetle, and McKone discuss Brady’s comments about Belichick’s impact on quarterbacks and the importance in having good coaching at the position

● (9:16) The guys react to the news that Alex Bregman is holding his teammates accountable at all hours of the day

● (24:55) The guys read and react

● (35:58) The guys talk about the upcoming matchup with the Dolphins and the players only meeting they called after the loss to the Colts

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Don’t Panic About Drake Maye // NFL Spending Habits // The Football Card - 9/12 (Hour 1) Sep 12, 2025

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● (0:00) Zo, Beetle, and McKone react to Tom Curran’s comments about not panicking just yet over Drake Maye and his performances

● (12:15) The guys talk about where the Patriots stack up in terms of spending with other teams around the league

● (24:27) The guys discuss Colin Cowherd’s comments defending the Patriots for last weekend’s loss to the Raiders

● (32:48) The guys make their picks on The Football Card

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NE Revs HC Caleb Porter Joins The Show // Jaylen Brown’s Commentary // Today’s Takeaways - 9/11 (Hour 4) Sep 11, 2025

Show notes

(00:00) New England Revolution Head Coach Caleb Porter joins Zolak and Bertrand live.
(10:50) Jaylen Brown teases potentially playing in his home town of Atlanta at some point, the crew reacts.
(25:00) Pats Offensive Coordinator Josh McDaniels defends Drake Maye and the offense stating, “I’m focused on the process of him getting better every day.”
(35:00) We close out the show with Today’s Takeaways.

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Albert Breer Joins The Show // Week 2 Bigger For Patriots Or Dolphins? // JJ McCarthy Vs Drake Maye - 9/11 (Hour 3) Sep 11, 2025

Show notes

(00:00) Albert Breer of SI and MMQB Joins Zolak & Bertrand live in studio to discuss Roger Goodell’s legacy.
(12:24) The crew dives into the dysfunction going on in Miami and if they are able to turn things around.
(24:50) We discuss whether the Patriots would be better off with their current QB Drake Maye or Vikings QB JJ McCarthy.
(38:35) We close out the hour with Zo, Beetle, and Albert Breer’s thoughts on Drake Maye, in addition to predictions for Week 2 at Miami.

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Drake Maye’s QB Class // Red Sox Miss Out On Sweep // Could They Use Rafael Devers? - 9/11 (Hour 2) Sep 11, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand begin the hour by continuing their conversation on whether or not Drake Maye should be viewed as a rookie still.
(9:26) The crew touches on the Red Sox falling short of a sweep of the Athletics.
(23:10) An extended Rafael Devers discussion. Did the Red Sox screw this entire situation up?
(35:55) We take your calls on the playoff push for the Red Sox and the latest with the Patriots.

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Too Much At Once For Drake Maye? He Responds // Blame For Josh McDaniels // Is Maye Still A Rookie? - 9/11 (Hour 1) Sep 11, 2025

Show notes

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand open the hour diving into Drake Maye’s response to whether he believes he has too much on his plate as the Patriots QB.
(11:58) The crew discusses if Pats Offensive Coordinator Josh McDaniels needs to make things more simple for Drake Maye.
(22:30) We question whether Josh Mcdaniels should be responsible for Drake Maye’s mechanics and fundamentals, or if Maye needs to be more prepared.
(31:45) Zo and Beetle round out the hour discussing if Drake Maye is still essentially a rookie and should he get a break from the criticism.

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