Zolak & Bertrand

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Mike Reiss Joins The Show // Pats Red Zone Offense // Are Patriots The NFL’s Best? - 12/3 (Hour 3) Dec 03, 2025

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(00:00) Mike Reiss of ESPN joins Zolak & Bertrand in-studio to discuss his ‘Big Three.’
(12:15) We question if there is reason to be concerned about the Patriots Red Zone offense.
(21:37) The crew and Mike Reiss debate if the Patriots are the best team in the NFL.
(30:49) What is the reasoning behind Kyle Williams showing flashes of great plays while no-showing in large stretches of games? Zo and Beetle dive in.

Robert Kraft Or Bill Belichick? // Twitter Poll Update // Joe Mazzulla Interview - 12/3 (Hour 2) Dec 03, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour debating who deserves to get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame more, Robert Kraft or Bill Belichick.
(10:52) We answer your calls, questions, and reactions on everything from the day and update the audience on our Twitter poll.
(20:41) Zo and Beetle are joined by Celtics Head Coach Joe Mazzulla to discuss the win over the New York Knicks and the toughness of the team.

Drake Maye Playing At Elite Level // Patriots Hype Train Surging // Any Complete Teams In AFC? - 12/3 (Hour 1) Dec 03, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour discussing the high praise for Drake Maye from Mike Giardi and Andrew Callahan following the Monday Night win over the Giants.
(12:18) Colin Cowherd believes Drake Maye is looking like an all-timer at the QB position. The crew reacts.
(22:16) We question whether the Patriots are the only complete team in the AFC given the flaws within other contending teams.
(31:48) Zo and Beetle end the hour discussing the fate of the bad teams in the NFL, with Beetle saying pro sports need bad teams.

Beetle Hates Kickers // Tail-Waggin Tuesday // Today’s Takeaways - 12/2/25 (Hour 4) Dec 02, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour with a kicker discussion as well as question where the Patriots would be if they didn’t hire Mike Vrabel.
(8:23) The crew dives into Tail-Waggin’ Tuesday with this week’s ‘Pawtriots’ Dog of the Week Yeller.
(18:09) We get to more of your calls, questions, and reactions on everything.
(34:32) Zo and Beetle close out the show with the takeaways from today.

Patriots Thrive On MNF // Level Of Talent On Patriots Roster // Pats-Bills Preview Part 2 - 12/1/125 (Hour 3) Dec 02, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour discussing the message the Patriots sent to the league last night heading into the bye week.
(12:37) The crew questions where the Patriots roster ranks in comparison to other NFL rosters.
(23:33) We debate if the week 15 matchup is bigger for the Bills or the Patriots.
(30:59) Zo and Beetle dive into the NFC playoff picture and who the real contenders are.

Patriots Win 10th Straight // Mike Vrabel’s Impact // Pats Effort And Intensity - 12/1/25 (Hour 2) Dec 02, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour by recapping the Patriots winning their 10th straight game in convincing fashion.
(8:23) The crew discusses the domination of the Giants despite offensive line injuries and what that says about their program under Mike Vrabel.
(17:40) We answer your calls and reactions on everything including the Pats win over the Giants on Monday Night.
(27:07) Phil Perry and Tom E. Curran noted the effort and intensity the Patriots played with last night. Zo and Beetle react.

David Andrews Joins The Show // Patriots The Best Team In The NFL? // Drake Maye MVP Status - 12/1/25 (Hour 1) Dec 02, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand are joined live from Gillette Stadium by former Patriot David Andrews to discuss the Patriots dominating the Giants on Monday Night Football.
(10:21) The crew dives into the Christian Elliss massive hit on Jaxson Dart on the sideline that led to a scuffle.
(22:31) Zo and Beetle debate if the Patriots are the best team in the NFL and if they should truly fear anyone. Plus a discussion on if there should be any concern about the Patriots Red Zone offense with them going 1-5 last night in the Red Zone.
(33:13) We discuss with David Andrews the likelihood of Drake Maye winning the NFL MVP.

Sounds Of Sunday // Things Zo Is Against // Today’s Takeaways - 12/1 (Hour 4) Dec 01, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour with the Sounds of Sunday.
(12:23) We recap the things you should never say to another person following Maliek Collins calling out Jauan Jennings for something he said during the 49ers Browns game on Sunday.
(22:35) We touch on everything Zo hates before Today’s Takeaways.

Brian Burns On Drake Maye // Lane Kiffin To LSU // Willie McGinest Interview - 12/1 (Hour 3) Dec 01, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the third hour reacting to Giants pass rusher Brian Burns and his comments on Drake Maye leading up to tonight’s game.
(13:15) The crew discusses the news of former Ole Miss Head Coach Lane Kiffin taking the LSU job ahead of the College Football playoffs despite being in the midst of a playoff run. We debate the current issues within the College Football calendar, such as a coach being able to leave his team before the playoffs begin.
(24:53) Zo and Beetle talk to all-time Patriots legend WIllie McGinest.

Could The Patriots Overlook The Giants Tonight? // Running Back Usage // Read & React - 12/1 (Hour 2) Dec 01, 2025

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(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the hour debating if it is a bad sign for the Patriots if they struggle against the Giants tonight.
(8:20) We question who will get more touches tonight between Rhamondre Stevenson or TreVeyon Henderson.
(19:15) The crew dives into the biggest storylines from the weekend with Read & React.
(35:12) Zo and Beetle finish the hour with your calls and reactions on everything.