Episodes
In this episode of Pats from the Past, John Hannah joins us to discuss his Hall of Fame career. We discuss the complicated end to his career, including a rocky transition to real life, owner envy, from his days to present day, and his legacy in Patriots and NFL history.
Published 07/02/21
Deion Branch is our guest on this episode of the 'Pats from the Past' podcast. Deion discusses the importance of a coach who he credits for his early success. Plus, which team does Deion think was better, the 2003 Super Bowl champions or the 2004 team? And lastly hear the unique way Deion found out he was Super Bowl 39 MVP.
Published 05/10/21
We talk with former Patriots offensive coordinator and four-time Super Bowl champion, Charlie Weis. Highlights include a surprising comment on the 1996 AFC Champion Patriots team, the moment he thought that Tom Brady might be different, his favorite coaching memory that occurred during Super Bowl 36 in 2001 and much more.
Published 03/15/21
In this episode of Pats from the Past, we are joined by former Patriots wide receiver and current running backs/kick returners coach, Troy Brown. Brown discusses the rocky beginning to his Patriots Hall of Fame career, the interesting way he learned he'd be playing defense, the fascinating way that Troy Brown would define his New England Patriots legacy and more.
Published 03/04/21
Pro Football and Patriots Hall of Fame cornerback Ty Law is our guest on this episode of the Pats from the Past podcast. Ty discusses what the wait is like during the Hall of Fame induction process, his Fab 5 for the Class of 2021 Hall of Fame induction, a surprise selection for the toughest receiver he faced and more.
Published 02/03/21
Former Patriots defensive end Jarvis Green is our guest on this episode of Pats from the Past. Jarvis discusses the differences and similarities after playing for both Coach Nick Saban and Bill Belichick, what sacking Peyton Manning twice in the 2003 AFC Championship game meant to him, life as an entrepreneur after football and more.
Published 01/25/21
Former Patriots assistant coach Dante Scarnecchia is our guest on this week's episode. Find out what Dante is doing to keep busy during his retirement. A surprising revelation on one of the greatest moments in his coaching career. Plus, How the Patriots offensive staff would prepare for the opponents 'Game Wreckers' on defense and more.
Published 01/18/21
Multiple Emmy award winner, and VP/Senior Coordinating Producer at NFL Films, Ken Rodgers is our guest. Rodgers produced and directed the inaugural 2011 'A Football Life' film that had Coach Bill Belichick wired for every game of the 2009 season. In addition, he directed the documentary 'Two Bills' featuring Coaches Bill Belichick and Bill Parcells. Rodgers tells the amazing and serendipitous story of his start at NFL Films. He shares his thoughts of having a front row seat to document the...
Published 12/23/20
On this week's episode of Pats from the Past, we talk with former Patriots G/C Damien Woody. Woody discusses playing for Pete Carrol and his success after New England. Did he think he would survive after Coach Belichick’s first squad meeting? Plus, Getting “the yips” on shotgun snaps.
Published 11/24/20
We speak with best selling author Jeff Benedict, author of "The Dynasty, " the definitive narrative about the two decades run of the New England Patriots. Benedict discusses his inspiration for writing the book, his favorite person he interviewed for the book. Plus, Jeff makes the comparison of the Patriots to the Beatles.
Published 10/26/20
In this edition of the Pats from the Past podcast, 2020 Patriots Hall of Famer Richard Seymour joins us to reflect on his career with New England as a member of 3 championship teams, the story behind 'Richard and David's' (Patton) excellent bye week adventure, the politics behind the Pro Football Hall of Fame debate, his later years playing for the Raiders and his memories of Al Davis.
Published 10/13/20
In this edition of the Pats from the Past podcast, former Patriots fullback Sam Gash joins us. He discusses the lost art of playing fullback, his mano a mano battles with a Hall of Fame linebacker, and missing the Patriots Super Bowl run in 1996.
Published 06/29/20
On this episode of the Pats from the Past podcast presented by Who but WB Mason, former Patriots running back Tony Collins is our guest. Collins discusses the Patriots player who impressed him the most when he entered the NFL, the rushing record he still owns after 36 years, the ending of his NFL career, and how he turned his life around after battling addiction.
Published 06/01/20
In Part of 2 of our conversation with Lawyer Milloy on the Pats from the Past podcast, presented by Who but WB Mason, Milloy discusses becoming a Super Bowl Champion, his surprising release from the team and his friendship and camaraderie with teammate Ty Law.
Published 05/14/20
In the first of two parts, former Patriots safety Lawyer Milloy is our guest for the Pats from the Past podcast presented by Who but WB Mason. In this episode, Milloy talks about his pre-draft meetings with Bill Parcells, his business as usual approach to going to the Super Bowl his rookie year, and a memorable trip to Pittsburgh with Tom Brady in advance of the 2001 AFC Championship game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 05/07/20
In Part 2 of the latest episode of "Pats from the Past Podcast, presented by Who but WB Mason" Scott Zolak tells us what he thinks his best game was, the unique contract negotiation he had with owner Robert Kraft, and how he transitioned into a role in the media.
Published 04/13/20
In the next episode of Pats from the Past, former Patriots quarterback and current color analyst Scott Zolak joins us. In Part One, Zolak tells us which HOF quarterback he was a ball boy for growing up, his recruiting trip to the university of Maryland, and the origin of the 'six shooter', and which future coach put an end to such celebrations.
Published 04/06/20
In Part 2 of our Pats from the Past podcast presented by Who but WB Mason, Ty Law shares his thoughts on the Pro Football Hall of Fame process and why his three interception performance in the 2003 AFC Championship wasn't his best game.
Published 03/24/20
Patriots and Pro Football Hall of Fame cornerback Ty Law is our guest for the latest episode of Pats from the Past podcast, presented by Who but WB Mason. In part one, Law joins us for a rollicking conversation, including his definition of CAT coverage, and his surprising choice for the toughest receiver he had to cover.
Published 03/16/20
In Part 2 of our conversation with Tedy Bruschi, presented by W.B. Mason, find out about his 'Ah, ha!' moment in the NFL. Also, learn the origin of his well-chronicled locker room breakdown, and the decision and risk in coming back to play professional football after suffering a stroke.
Published 03/02/20
In this episode of Pats from the Past presented by W.B. Mason, Patriots Hall of Famer Tedy Bruschi joins us for a two part conversation. In Part 1, Tedy describes the differences in playing for Coaches Parcells, Carroll and Belichick, his best tackle that you likely never saw, and you'll find out what was his favorite year in the NFL.
Published 02/27/20
Patriots Hall of Fame linebacker Steve Nelson joins us on this episode of the Pats from the Past podcast presented by W.B. Mason. Nellie reveals the key player when the Patriots 'Squished the Fish' en route to their first AFC Championship game, the most dominant player he ever played against, and shares some poignant memories of teammate Daryl Stingley.
Published 02/03/20
In this episode of Pats from the Past, presented by W.B. Mason, Patriots and Pro Football Hall of Famer Andre Tippett is our guest. Tippett regales us with stories about a different Foxboro than exists today, the challenge of playing for Bill Parcells, the greatest day of his life, and what it was like to get hit by Tip!
Published 01/13/20
Former Patriots defensive standout Rob Ninkovich is the subject of our next episode of Pats from the Past. In this latest installment, Ninkovich reveals some of the best advice he ever received from head coach Bill Belichick, that he felt directly helped him play in big games and Super Bowls.
Published 01/02/20
In the latest episode of Pats from Past podcast we catch up with former center Dan Koppen. Koppen discusses being thrust into the lineup his rookie season, as well as playing nine years as one of Tom Brady's guys.
Published 12/09/19