Episodes
The New England Patriots were back in action on the Gillette Stadium practice fields on Wednesday, as they opened 2024 training camp. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy as the duo discuss the first camp practice for head coach Jerod Mayo, rookie quarterback Drake Maye and a new-look offensive line. They also provide their thoughts on the post-practice comments made by linebacker Matthew Judon regarding his contract situation. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On...
Published 07/25/24
With the New England Patriots are set to begin training camp, head coach Jerod Mayo provided his version of the “State of Pats Nation.” Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Patriots Country’s Michael Brauner to discuss the Pats plans for both Jacoby Brissett and Drake Maye, the contract situations of Matthew Judon and Davon Godchaux and the “Mikes” provide their training camp “Bold Prediction.” #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts:...
Published 07/24/24
The New England Patriots are set to open training camp on July 24 and there are still a number of questions which need to be answered in the coming weeks — especially on offense. Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to discuss the quarterback relationship between Drake Maye and Jacoby Brissett. The duo also offer their thoughts on who might be New England’s top pass-catching target and which “dark horse” roster candidate has the best shot to make the initial 53-man roster. #nfl...
Published 07/23/24
The New England Patriots are nearly ready to return to the practice fields adjacent to Gillette Stadium to begin training camp. While many eyes will be on the offense, the Pats defensive backfield has some intriguing storylines, especially at safety. Host Mike D’Abate breaks down the Patriots safeties Kyle Dugger, Jabrill Peppers, hybrid safety/linebacker Marte Mapu and more. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts:...
Published 07/21/24
San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk has requested a trade due to dissatisfaction with his contract. Could the New England Patriots be primed to secure his services? Boast Mike D’Abate welcomes Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com to discuss why the Pats might be in great position to complete a deal, as well as the reasons why it could be problematic. The duo also offer their thoughts on the current corps of receivers on the Pats roster. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots...
Published 07/18/24
The New England Patriots are just over a week away from their first training camp practice on July 24. Accordingly, fans are eager to determine which position groups are the deepest or thinnest on the roster. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy as the duo discuss the dropping of gambling charge against receiver Kayshon Boutte, the Pats’ roster depth and the chances of upgrading at left tackle or kicker on this week’s mailbag episode. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked...
Published 07/17/24
The New England Patriots have been unusually busy this offseason with providing contract extensions to several of their core players. While linebacker Jahlani Tavai was the latest to receive a contractual upgrade, many are wondering whether Matthew Judon, Jabrill Peppers or Davon Godchaux may be next on the Pats agenda. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Miguel “Pats Cap” Benzan, who provides the latest on the Patriots contract extensions and a salary cap check-up. #nfl #patriots Find and follow...
Published 07/12/24
The New England Patriots are heading into 2024 with a great deal of questions, and thus many intruguing storylines. From the quarterback battle between rookie Drake Maye and veteran Jacoby Brissett to the first camp as head coach for Jerod Mayo to an uncertain offensive line, there is never a dull moment in New England. Joining host Mike D’Abate are the co-hosts of the Foxborough Fellas Podcast, Pete Collins and Divij Sachdeva. The trio discuss the Pats biggest camp storylines, potential...
Published 07/09/24
Introducing The New York Yankees are spiraling out of control from Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories. Follow the show: Locked On Sports Today - Daily Podcast Covering The Biggest Sports Stories The New York Yankees are seemingly in free-fall. What has happened to the Bronx Bombers? Also, the Cleveland Guardians are looking like a World Series contender. And when it comes to Super Bowl contenders, the Dallas Cowboys aren’t in the first tier or the...
Published 07/09/24
The New England Patriots have been active this offseason in offering contract extensions to several “core” players. However, linebacker Matthew Judon has yet to receive an enhancement to his current deal. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com to discuss the chances of Judon and the Pats agreeing on a new contract as well as discussing Jahlani Tavai, Ja’Whaun Bentley, Joshua Uche and the Pats linebackers. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your...
Published 07/07/24
As the New England Patriots prepare for the start of training camp, they continue to take stock in their roster. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy as the duo discuss the contract extension for linebacker Jahlani Tavai, whether rookie receiver Ja’Lynn Polk can be the Pats new “WR1” and the future of Javon Baker, Tyquan Thornton and JuJu Smith-Schuster in a Pats uniform. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts:...
Published 07/03/24
Though Pats Nation will be intently watching the quarterbacks during training camp, the New England Patriots success on offense in 2024 will likely once again be tied to their offensive line. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to preview the Patriots O-line, including Mike Onwenu, David Andrews, Caedan Wallace, Chukwuma Okorafor, Sidy Sow and more. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts:...
Published 06/30/24
While the collective eyes of Pats Nation will be fixed on the “new-look” offense, the New England Patriots success in 2024 will likely once again be tied to their defense, especially up front. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com to preview the Patriots defensive line, including Christian Barmore, Davon Godchaux, Keion White, Deatrich Wise, Jr. and more. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts:...
Published 06/28/24
While the New England Patriots continue to enjoy a brief break prior to the start of training camp, fans and media continue to wonder whether the Pats will extend the contracts of a pair of key defenders. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy as the duo discuss the desire for Davon Godchaux to be extended, the impact of the Rhamondre Stevenson extension, and whether Matthew Judon may be next in line his extension. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your...
Published 06/26/24
While the New England Patriots enjoy a brief summer break, the process of building a roster continues. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to open the Locked On Patriots Mailbag. The duo discuss the biggest hole on the Patriots roster, the player who has most helped his case for a roster spot, and, in appreciation of the Boston Celtics NBA Championship, how far the Patriots are from a Super Bowl title. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite...
Published 06/20/24
The New England Patriots finished mandatory minicamp last week, capping rookie Drake Maye’s first offseason workout as an NFL quarterback. Though many national pundits continue to label him as a “work-in-progress,” the former North Carolina Tar Heel appeared to demonstrate improvement with each passing day of practice. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Patriots Country’s Michael Brauner to discuss Maye’s progress, the return of Christian Gonzalez and Jerod Mayo’s first offseason workout program...
Published 06/18/24
New England Patriots legend Tom Brady was honored with a first-of-its-kind ceremony inside Gillette Stadium on Wednesday — the first induction in team history to waive the customary four-year waiting period. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to discuss Brady’s induction ceremony, his relationship with his teammates and former coach Bill Belichick and their favorite Brady memories. #nfl #patriots #tombrady Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite podcast...
Published 06/14/24
The New England Patriots returned to the practice fields adjacent to Gillette Stadium on Monday, as they opened the final phase of their offseason workout program. While all eyes were on rookie quarterback Drake Maye, the Patriots also debuted a new offensive line alignment and appear close to agreeing on a contract extension with running back Rhamondre Stevenson. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to discuss the Pats first day of minicamp practices. #nfl #patriots Find...
Published 06/12/24
The New England Patriots are set to open mandatory minicamp on Monday, June 10 at Gillette Stadium. While all eyes will be on the quarterbacks, there are plenty of players and positions on which Pats fans will want to keep a sharp eye. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Steve Balestrieri of PatsFans.com. The duo discuss the return of Matthew Judon players on defense most likely to step up, the newly-signed undrafted rookie free agent receivers David Wallis and JaQuae Jackson and which roster long...
Published 06/09/24
Since the start of their offseason workouts, New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo has been cautious to advise that rookie quarterback Drake Maye is still in the developmental stages of his pro career. However, might his progress allow him to take the reins as New England’s starter sooner than later? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to discuss Maye’s timetable, the acquisition of Antonio Gibson and the potential battle at kicker between Chad Ryland and Joey Slye on...
Published 06/06/24
The New England Patriots have typically been a team which refrains from heaping praise on its players. However, some members of their roster deserve more accolades than they receive. Host Mike D’Abate is joined by Steve Balestrieri to provide some well-deserved plaudits to the Pats’ most “underappreciated” players such as Rhamondre Stevenson, Jahlani Tavai and others. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts:...
Published 06/01/24
The New England Patriots may be in store for a quarterback competition for the starting position. However, does that mean controversy is brewing with the backups? Host Mike D’Abate welcomes Thomas ‘Murph’ Murphy to field questions from the Locked On Patriots mailbag. Topics include: Bailey Zappe’s chances to make the 53-man roster, the likelihood of defensive end Keion White earning a starting spot, and whether the Pats are better served by keeping either Tyquan Thornton or JuJu...
Published 05/31/24
Just over one month removed from being selected No. 3 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, quarterback Drake Maye has signed his rookie contract with the New England Patriots. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Miguel ‘PatsCap’ Benzan to break down Maye’s deal, as well as the rookie deals of Javon Baker, Joe Milton, Marcellas Dial and Jahiem Bell. Also, in a segment unique to Locked On Patriots, Miguel “sets the record straight” surrounding all of the erroneous “cap myths” running rampant within Patriots...
Published 05/29/24
As the New England Patriots progress through OTAs, fans and media alike are attempting to identify potential breakout candidates for 2024. Joining host Mike D’Abate is Patriots Country’s Michael Brauner to discuss Pats’ possible breakout players, their biggest remaining concerns and how the success of this season should be measured. #nfl #patriots Find and follow Locked On Patriots on your favorite podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify:...
Published 05/26/24