Pats Chat: A Patriots podcast with Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley

Doug Kyed from the Boston Herald and Michael Hurley from NBC Sports Boston preview the Patriots' Week 2 matchup with the Steelers. The pressure is on for Drake Maye to perform against the Steelers after five straight disappointing performances. Plus, TreVeyon Henderson could give the Patriots' offense a lift, and the Patriots threatened to cut Mack Hollins? Pats Chat on CLNS Media is Powered by 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed from the Boston Herald and Michael Hurley from NBC Sports Boston break down their biggest concerns and what’s easily fixable from the Patriots’ Week 1 loss to the Seahawks. They also begin to look ahead at Week 2 against the Steelers and where the Patriots can make some quick changes. Pats Chat on CLNS Media is Powered by 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed from the Boston Herald and Mike Hurley from NBC Sports Boston break down the Patriots' disastrous Week 1 loss to the Seahawks. Drake Maye bungled his chance to win the game and lead his team on a fourth-quarterback comeback and game-winning drive. Who else shined and struggled in the NFL season opener? Pats Chat on CLNS Media is Powered by 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug is joined by Boston Herald colleague Andrew Callahan at Fuel Sports Grill in Seattle for a special crossover edition of the Pats Chat and Pats Interference podcasts. The guys lead off with news of Christian Gonzalez signing a 4-year, $135M ($102M guaranteed) extension with the Patriots, discussing the details of the contract, why it took so long, who benefited most from the deal, and what it means going forward for Gonzalez and New England. Then they get you ready for the Patriots’ Week 1 matchup vs the Seahawks. What has changed since the last time these two teams met? What will carry over? Andrew and Doug break it all down and highlight what to watch for during tomorrow’s prime time clash. Don’t miss this action-packed episode featuring score predictions, keys to the game, Patriots trivia featuring the fans in Seattle, giveaways, and more as we get ready for kickoff! Pats Chat on CLNS Media is Powered by:  💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in lineups when you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald and Michael Hurley of NBC Sports Boston preview the Patriots’ season opener and the entire 2026 season. They also give their thoughts on Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation and TreVeyon Henderson’s injury. Patriots on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 in lineups instantly if you win your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Boston Herald's Doug Kyed and NBC Sports Boston's Michael Hurley break down the Patriots' biggest weaknesses ahead of their season opener against the Seahawks. The Patriots' recent roster moves exposed some potential flaws in their team-building approach. They also broke down the latest in Christian Gonzalez's contract negotiations and whether he should play Week 1 without an extension. Pats Chat on CLNS Media is Powered by: 💰 PrizePicks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $150 instantly in Lineups if you win your first $5 Lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots played an ugly game against the Browns, so Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley attended to some business before getting into that game. Kayshon Boutte has been traded, and Mike Vrabel shared some honesty on why the team sent him away. A new report suggests Christian Gonzalez and the Patriots are far apart, which is not good news at this point. And of course, there were Booms and Dooms from the Patriots' 37-13 loss in Cleveland to end their preseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots beat the Eagles in dramatic fashion in a preseason thriller, and Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down the booms and dooms from the game. That's not before they assess Mike Vrabel's comment that the Patriots aren't a deep team. Is he right? What was the goal of that postgame message? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're kidding! Nobody wins or loses at joint practice. But there were many, many takeaways from the Patriots' two practice sessions against the Eagles, from A.J. Brown's usage as the clear No. 1 receiver, to the rise of Romeo Doubs, to the Patriots' pass-rushing schemes. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley run through it all and also wonder if it's time for the NFL to just televise these practices instead of holding meaningless preseason games. Then Doug gives some takes about muffins, among other things, while Michael ranks the most shocking head coaches to win Super Bowls in his lifetime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots tied the Colts in their preseason opener, and Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley react to the highs and lows from the game. Kicker Andy Borregales missed three kicks, and Mike Vrabel didn't seem pleased about it. Kyle Williams caught a touchdown and Kindle Vildor had an interception. Kyed and Hurley share impressions from the rookie debuts of Caleb Lomu, Gabe Jacas and Eli Raridon as well as everyone else who took the field for this 13-13 preseason classic... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley check in at the midway of Patriots training camp with a report on which players are trending up and which players are trending down, as the team gets ready to host the Colts for a joint practice and a preseason game. Plus, the latest on Christian Gonzalez and A.J. Brown going at it at practice, some developments with Kyle Williams and the receiver depth chart, and some thoughts on gross people at the movies and a parmesan cheese scarcity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christian Gonzalez spoke to the media and indicated he won't be negotiating his contract publicly. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley go deep on the Gonzalez situation while indicating there might not be any more developments until a deal gets done. The Pats Chat duo also breaks down the entire depth chart, while Doug offers some observations on the rookie tight ends, veterans like A.J. Brown and Kevin Byard, and more. There's also some non-Pats chat: Third Eye Blind at Warped Tour? What's that all about, people?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Training camp is in full swing, and Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are BACK on Pats Chat duty to recap the first two days in Foxboro. Kayshon Boutte and Drake Maye picked right up where they left off. Christian Gonzalez is fully participating despite no new deal being signed. Gabe Jacas finally signed his rookie deal. Can Mack Hollins fill a need at tight end? All of this and MORE -- plus, the Baseball Boys had to come out to talk some Red Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are BACK after a brief summer break to get ready for Patriots training camp. From the latest on the unresolved contract situations for Christian Gonzalez and Gabe Jacas, to the ESPN poll rankings for Drake Maye and A.J. Brown, to some meandering thoughts on baseball and the World Cup, the boys are back in town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gabe Jacas is the only second-round pick who hasn't signed a contract. The Patriots might not have known about the pass rusher undergoing a knee procedure. The situation is a bit odd. Doug Kyed & Michael Hurley explore that matter and project how and when it might be resolved. Doug also gives his winners and losers from minicamp (both terms used loosely), which include the budding Drake Maye-A.J. Brown on-field connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley discuss takeaways from Day 1 of Patriots minicamp, Christian Gonzalez, Kayshon Boutte, Gabe Jacas, Mike Vrabel, The Beach Boys and bad drivers on the latest Pats Chat Podcast. Please give us a rating or review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The deal that's been rumored and discussed for months finally took place. A.J. Brown is a member of the Patriots. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down all aspects of this acquisition, from the high price of a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth, to the Super Bowl expectations for the reigning AFC champs, to the impact on Kayshon Boutte's place on the roster, to the risk/reward equation that didn't stop Mike Vrabel from getting his guy. If you're looking for lots and lots of A.J. Brown talk, it's here -- with some additional thoughts on The Beach Boys, The Ramones, the worst music venue tickets available in the world, the Myles Garrett trade, and potentially drinking mouthwash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a busy day in the land of the Patriots, as OTAs began in Foxboro. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down everything that took place on and off the field, from Mike Vrabel's and Drake Maye's press conferences, to the notable absence of Christian Gonzalez, to the work of some rookies in practice. Plus, suddenly there's a snag in the expected A.J. Brown trade? And Doug goes deep on his article about Will Campbell's potential future as a tackle or a guard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While everybody knew the Patriots' list of opponents was going to make the 2026 season difficult, the NFL added to the trouble by giving New England some logistical nightmares along the way. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley spotlight some of the major challenges that Mike Vrabel's team will face in 2026, before getting into mailbag questions and a potpourri of topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everybody's got opinions on the 2026 Patriots, and most of them are settling on New England falling back to earth. But what if ... they don't? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley lay out what would need to happen for the Patriots to actually WIN the Super Bowl next season. They also discuss a new article about some AFC executives expecting a major regression from the team. Doug also shares some impressions of Kevin Byard and Romeo Doubs as well as his takeaways from rookie minicamp, and the guys get into some unprecedented BASKETBALL CHAT as well. Plus, debates about the two age-old questions: What's the best vessel for a Diet Coke, and are Rhode Islanders the worst drivers in the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With all the talk this offseason about how difficult the Patriots' schedule will be in 2026, Warren Sharp provided a new perspective that concludes New England has the 12th-easiest schedule next season. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley ponder that methodology, discuss rookie Gabe Jacas wearing Mike Vrabel's No. 50, and then (quite frankly) chat about a whole lot of non-Pats related items. It's that time of year, folks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the draft now in the rear view, Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are here to lay out what the Patriots' 53-man roster looks like. Where are they strongest and weakest, and where are they deepest and thinnest? (Yes, those are very different questions.) Namely, what's the wide receiver group look like if we assume A.J. Brown joins the team in June? Is Kayshon Boutte the odd man out, or should they keep him around? That, plus a ranking of Boston music venues and some patented Baseball Bois chat, and more, all in one action-packed podcast known as the Pats Chat. (Podcast.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL Draft is OVER, and the Patriots made nine selections. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley go through all of the selections, primarily top picks Caleb Lomu at offensive tackle, edge rusher Gabe Jacas, and tight end Eli Raridon from Notre Dame. The Patriots also made six Day 3 picks without any live input from head coach Mike Vrabel, as he ended up not communicating with the team on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We thought the Mike Vrabel story had largely been put to bed when he addressed the media earlier this week, but we were wrong. Overnight, Vrabel announced that he'll be missing the final day of the draft this weekend to seek counseling with his family, and then the New York Post released photos that reveal his alleged affair with reporter Dianna Russini dates back years. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley largely focus on the football impacts of this development, but also examine what this does to the credibility of Vrabel and the organization as they seemingly have tried to say as little as possible while hoping the story goes away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new development in the worst-kept secret in sports came from Adam Schefter, who reported that the Patriots are likely to trade for A.J. Brown after June 1. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley lay out what that means and how that will impact the Patriots' draft strategy this week. Doug and Mike also take rapid-fire questions on a variety of topics before Doug reveals his final mock draft before the big extravaganza this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patriots executive VP of player personnel Eliot Wolf spoke to the media and was pretty candid about the team's plans for the upcoming draft, the strengths and weaknesses in the draft class, and the state of the Patriots' roster. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley share their takeaways from the session as the reigning AFC champs get set to work the draft board next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley discuss how the Patriots should handle the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, going through Doug's most recent mock. They also briefly discuss this week's controversy and the Patriots Hall of Fame candidates.Pats Chat on CLNS is Powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS📲Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in daily fantasy lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patriots owner Robert Kraft and Mike Vrabel spoke this week at the NFL owners meetings, and Doug Kyed is back from Arizona to talk with Michael Hurley about what we learned. The latest A.J. Brown rumblings indicate something might actually happen in that regard, while some light was also on the potential draft strategy for New England. Doug also weighs in on the latest round of Pro Football Focus layoffs, Mike shares that he generally cannot breathe, and much much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pats Chat Podcast is BACK, and it's time to go position by position to determine if the Patriots are better, worse, or about the same after their free-agent comings and goings. And with the A.J. Brown trade talk still going, it's also time to take a deep-ish dive on what kind of player is typically available late in the first round to determine if the Patriots should risk trading their pick. Then Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley unkink the hose of all their miscellaneous post-45-minute thoughts that have been jammed up by real football talk for the past few months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots finally got their Stefon Diggs replacement in Romeo Doubs. While that's not Alec Pierce or A.J. Brown, Doug Kyed says there's plenty of upside with Doubs. Michael Hurley agrees but labels Doubs a firm No. 2, a step below "2ish." Doug and Mike also discuss the signing of Alijah Vera-Tucker on the O-line, giving an updated perspective on the Patriots' progress in free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The legal tampering window opened in the NFL, and the Patriots' moves were ... underwhelming. They signed pass rusher Dre'Mont Jones and fullback Reggie Gilliam, but they still have some massive question marks on the roster. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break it all down while laying out what might come next after the biggest-ticket free-agent options are off the board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With news breaking that the Patriots will release Stefon Diggs before the start of the league year, Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are looking at what the Patriots will do to replace their No. 1 receiver. Will they pull off the A.J. Brown trade? Sign Alec Pierce in free agency? Trust a rookie to shoulder the load? We'll find out soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed is BACK from the Combine in Indy and is SPILLING HIS GUTS with everything he learned about the Patriots' plans in free agency, the trade market and beyond. The A.J. Brown trade feels less realistic, just like the Maxx Crosby trade. Does that mean Stefon Diggs stays? There's a lot to cover in this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed and Andrew Callahan reveal what they learned from league sources at the combine in a special Pats Chat/Pats Interference joint episode. Hurley will be back for the next Pats Chat episode. The guys cover the Patriots’ top targets, plus where they stand on A.J. Brown, Maxx Crosby, Stefon Diggs, Christian Barmore and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed checks in from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis with the latest news and thoughts about the potential to acquire A.J. Brown, the expectations on a Stefon Diggs return, the potential to acquire Maxx Crosby, the Christian Barmore situation, plans to sign Christian Gonzalez to a monster extension, and more. Michael Hurley also shares some personal information about his experience on the Tower of Terror. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are together in person for the FIRST TIME in Pats Chat history, as the Patriots spoke to the media while cleaning out their lockers at Gillette Stadium. Drake Maye addressed his shoulder injury, Mike Vrabel summed up the state of the Patriots, and Will Campbell explained his postgame media silence. Doug and Michael cover everything from Foxboro while sharing some leftover thoughts on the loss to Seattle and some general forecasting about what the Patriots can do this coming offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots made it to the Super Bowl, but it wasn't pretty when they got there, as the Seattle Seahawks dominated in a 29-13 game in Santa Clara. Drake Maye was not good and neither was rookie left tackle Will Campbell, as the Patriots' offense had no answers for Seattle's swarming defense. Doug Kyed checks in from Levi's Stadium and goes over the Booms, Dooms, highlights and lowlights with Michael Hurley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drake Maye is not the MVP. Patriots fans are ticked. But ... the fact that Maye received just one fewer first-place vote than the winner? That shows that Maye has already made quite the impression on the national media. That's one takeaway from the NFL awards, with Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley offering up reactions to that result, on the bewildering first-place vote given to Justin Herbert (and the equally questionable votes for Josh Allen), and on Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels winning their respective awards. Plus, oh yeah, there's a huge football game on Sunday. Doug and Mike lay out the burning questions and final thoughts ahead of kickoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Super Bowl is ... not quite here yet. But the Patriots and Seahawks wrapped up their media responsibilities on Thursday. Doug Kyed shared some differences in the way the Seahawks and Patriots seem to be carrying themselves this week, with Seattle being a bit looser and New England acting a bit more buttoned-up. Michael Hurley found it odd that some star Seahawks were resting at practice on Wednesday, when Nick Emmanwori suffered an ankle injury. Doug and Mike also raise their eyebrows at some top 10 lists of players in this game put out by national media members, plot out potential X factors, have one last Maye vs. Stafford for MVP discussion, and MORE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Super Bowl week rolls on, with today's big story being Robert Kraft once again not garnering enough votes to make the Hall of Fame. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley aren't going to throw a pity party for a billionaire, but by any Hall of Fame standards, this is truly ridiculous. Also ridiculous? The weak sauce "Opening Night" event in San Jose, which was ugly and lame in person and somehow even worse for viewers watching at home on TV. But it did reveal that Drake Maye's shoulder seems to be all right. Doug gives more thoughts and observations from the Bay Area, and Michael introduces "Pat Chat." It's hysterical. Just wait. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Super Bowl week! Doug Kyed is ON LOCATION in the Bay Area as the Patriots gear up to play the role of underdog against the Seahawks in Super Bowl LX. Let's talk about the game. The Seahawks are favored, rightfully so. But is America sleeping on the Patriots a bit? Doug and Michael Hurley prove they're true football guys by focusing on the big boys on both sides of the line and how they will control this game. Jaxon Smith-Njigba figures to be the biggest problem. Can the Patriots just throw Christian Gonzalez at him? Wouldn't that be fun. More game talk, plus memories of Super Bowl Media Day/Night, and MORE, all in this edition of Pats Chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Belichick: Not a Hall of Famer. It doesn't make a whole lot of sense, so Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley struck up a Pats Chat to talk about the absurdity of arguably the greatest coach of all time not getting enough votes for enshrinement. Then it's time to talk about the status of Drake Maye's shoulder injury, how the team might try to limit Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and which media members were rude to Mike in the award-winning "Gettin' Jiggy With It" segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's an EARLY midweek podcast as Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are overflowing with leftover thoughts from Sunday's 10-7 win in Denver. That includes: --Twitter reports of Drake Maye injuring his shoulder. Concerning or no big deal? --How the Patriots' D-line can be the backbone to a Super Bowl victory. --A bit of praise for the offensive line's work in Denver, including Will Campbell and Mike Onwenu. --Thoughts on Stefon Diggs not having a prime-time performance in the playoffs yet. --Whether it's fun or not for Super Bowl MVPs to go to Disney World. And, as always, a whole lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots are heading to Super Bowl LX. Can you believe it? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley can ... for the most part. The Patriots earned their spot after a weird, wild game in Denver that featured insane winds and snow in the second half. Drake Maye did enough with his legs to help New England earn the 10-7 win in Denver. There were booms, there were dooms, and a whole lot in between, and it's time to talk about them before the Patriots begin their preparations to face the Seahawks in the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's AFC Championship week, and the Patriots are heading to Denver looking to punch their ticket to Super Bowl LX. They're not going to lose to a team quarterbacked by Jarrett Stidham ... are they? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down the game in detail, from their expectations for Stidham, to how Drake Maye and the offense can operate against a sack-happy defense, to Will Campbell's need for a bounceback game, to injury updates and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New England Patriots are one win away from making the Super Bowl, after a 28-16 win over the Houston Texans in the divisional round. Drake Maye had a rough game with four fumbles, but he also delivered some elite passes, while the Patriots' defense neutralized C.J. Stroud, Woody Marks and the entire Texans offense. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down all the highs and lows from this Patriots win, while looking ahead a bit to next week, when the Patriots will face ... Jarrett Stidham? With a trip to the Super Bowl on the line? That's crazy. And before the Pats Chat ends, Doug and Mike get passionate about the Brandin Cooks non-catch/interception that essentially killed the Bills' season. WHAT'S EVERYBODY UPSET ABOUT?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's divisional weekend, and the Patriots are hosting the Texans with a trip to the AFC Championship Game on the line. While the Texans' defense is rightfully getting a ton of attention this week, it's a major question whether C.J. Stroud's five-fumble performance in Pittsburgh will carry over into Foxboro. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down the upcoming game, from Christian Gonzalez's expected return, to Nico Collins' likely absence, and everything else we can expect on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots beat the Chargers in the wild card round of the postseason, and it was the defense that led the way. Milton Williams and Christian Gonzalez played like All-Pros as the defense pummeled Justin Herbert all night en route to a 16-3 home victory. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down all of that defensive play while also assessing Drake Maye's ups and downs and all the other highlights (and lowlights) from the win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IT'S PLAYOFF WEEK IN NEW ENGLAND. Instead of dealing with coach firings and GM interviews, New England is preparing for playoff football at Gillette Stadium, with the Patriots hosting the Chargers in the wild card round. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down how the Patriots can secure a victory and move on to the divisional round while also touching on the importance of Drake Maye to get his first playoff win (while keeping Justin Herbert's win total at zero). There's also the ever-maddening MVP debate, where things have really gone off the rails. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots put the bow on a 14-3 season with a 38-10 blowout win over the Dolphins. Drake Maye was very good once again, but did he lose the MVP race to Matthew Statfford. More importantly ... why does that matter so much to so many people? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley look ahead to the wild card round matchup with the Chargers next Sunday and also run through the Booms and Dooms from Sunday's game, lay out fair postseason expectations for Mike Vrabel and Co., and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Patriots prepare to face the Dolphins in Week 18, Stefon Diggs and Christian Barmore are facing allegations of assault. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley discuss those situations and what the next steps are for both players and the team. There are also some observations that the MVP debate between Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford has gotten very, very strange in the national media. Why are people working so hard to diminish Drake Maye? It's ... WEIRD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drake Maye had the best game of any quarterback this year, the Patriots steamrolled the Jets, and New England took back the crown in the AFC East. It was a nice little Sunday for the team. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down the 42-10 win over the Jets (as much as it could be broken down). It was Booms galore, as Drake Maye and Stefon Diggs powered the offense and Efton Chism caught his first career touchdown. It's also time to look ahead to the potential playoff matchups to figure out just how far this team can go. And for whatever reason, you'll get an extensive break down of Home Alone and Home Alone 2 at the end, which is bad news for Uncle Frank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New England Patriots improved to 12-3 and clinched a playoff berth after a tremendous fourth quarter comeback in Baltimore. Drake Maye shook off a shaky three quarters to shine in the fourth, and Stefon Diggs turned in one of his best performances as a Patriot. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley recap the 28-24 victory, which included arguably the worst missed pass interference call of the 2020s as well as the worst fake punt since the infamous Colts play in 2015. There were Booms, there were Dooms, and there was a concerning run of injuries, but the Patriots are 12-3 with a chance to make a run at the No. 1 seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Was the Patriots' second-half collapse vs. the Bills a fluke, or was it indicative of some real problems that could cause some issues heading into the playoffs? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley assess those matters, such as the ongoing flops in the second half for the offense, the curious usage of Stefon Diggs, the highs and lows of Josh McDaniels, and the fluctuating MVP case for Drake Maye. Plus, a look into where the Ravens could be dangerous against the Patriots on Sunday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time in nearly three months, the New England Patriots have lost a football game. This one was wild, with the Patriots looking dominant in the first half, only to collapse in the second half and lose 35-31 to the Buffalo Bills. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down a bad day for Drake Maye and his MVP candidacy, some questionable decisions on player usage on both sides of the ball, and the BOOMS and DOOMS from a tough day in Foxboro. (There may also be some discussion about some not-so-great officiating.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a bye week break, Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are BACK, just in time for the biggest Patriots game of the season. The Bills visit Foxboro on Sunday with Josh Allen riding high off a big win last weekend. Can the Patriots slow him and James Cook down on the ground? That may be the biggest key to the game. Doug has some praise for the Patriots' receiving corps, Mike offers some caution on this "wide-open" AFC altering expectations, and a huge debate on temperature breaks out. Also some thoughts on Phillip Rivers playing for the Colts, the best Christmas movies, angry people on Twitter, and MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots have won another football game, reclaiming the AFC's top seed with an 11-2 record. This time, it was a 33-15 win over the New York Giants. Thanks to an explosive first quarter, this one was never in doubt, but the game still had its ups (Drake Maye, Marcus Jones, backups stepping up) and downs (sleepy defensive plays, red zone offense, a shanked punt). Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break it all down while marveling at Drake Maye's renewed MVP case, crediting the likes of Vederian Lowe and Ben Brown and Cory Durden, gasping at a kicker missing the football, and assessing the Patriots' chances of making a real run to the ... Super Bowl? Crazy times in New England. Pats Chat is presented by CLNS Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thanksgiving! Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are popping in early to preview the Monday Night Football matchup between the Patriots and Giants. New York pass rusher Brian Burns had some INTERESTING comments about Drake Maye ahead of the game. Plus, a detailed look at how the Patriots can manage the injuries to Will Campbell, Jared Wilson and Milton Williams -- among others -- while trying to earn the No. 1 seed in the AFC. It wouldn't be a Pats Chat episode without some spirited Thanksgiving discussion, and some hot takes on the nightcap football game. Finally, you're going to get some tire talk so be ready for that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OK, bad wins don't exist in the NFL. But ... losing Will Campbell (along with Jared Wilson, Khyiris Tonga and Brenden Schooler) while struggling mightily in the run game against a historically bad defense? Not great. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are here to analyze all angles from the Patriots' 26-20 win over a bad Bengals team that was playing without its two best players. The Booms and Dooms generate some spirited debate, that's for sure. Plus, the two give some final thoughts on the bizarre Drake Maye-Cam Newton-Stephen A. Smith fiasco from the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a mini bye weekend, the Pats Chat podcast is back as the Patriots prepare to face the Bengals, who have the worst defense in the NFL (and arguably of all time). Sunday should be a big, big day for Drake Maye and the New England offense. Defensively, losing Milton Williams for at least four games is a huge hit for Mike Vrabel's defense to take. Even though they're deep at defensive tackle, subtracting a dominant player like Williams will have a ripple effect -- especially against Buffalo and Baltimore. Throw in a scorching hot Troy Polamalu take, some "The damage is done, my friend" recollections, criticisms of the goofy Bengals organization, some deep-dive NFL stadium talk, a few early '90s Patriots memories, and some warnings about the Chiefs, and this is officially a JAM-PACKED episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots have done it again, folks. They've won another football game. A 27-14 win over the Jets was definitely imperfect, but on a Thursday night, sometimes you've gotta win a little ugly. And now the Patriots are 9-2, winners of eight straight and owners of the BEST RECORD IN THE NFL. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down the Booms and Dooms, discuss some potential issues on New England's defense, marvel at how well the Stefon Diggs (and Mack Hollins) signing worked out, and MORE. Like, subscribe, send to all your friends and tell your neighbors about the Pats Chat podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed from the Boston Herald and Michael Hurley from NBC Sports Boston preview the Jets-Patriots Thursday night matchup. The Patriots are saying and doing all the right things, but are the vibes too high? Is this a let-down game for the Patriots? Pats Chat on CLNS Media is Powered by:💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & Download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New England Patriots improved to 8-2 with a win over the Buccaneers in Tampa. This was a big one. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down the highs and the lows from the 28-23 win, during which Drake Maye made a bad mistake but also made some massive plays. Rookies Kyle Williams and TreVeyon Henderson broke out in big ways, and Mike Vrabel's defense continued to execute in late-game situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trade deadline came and went without the Patriots making any additions. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley react to that inactivity and debate whether the 7-2 team atop the AFC should have been more aggressive. Then it's time to preview the Pats-Bucs game, where BOTH hosts MIGHT be picking Tampa to win? Regardless, Sunday represents a big opportunity for Drake Maye and the rest of the Patriots to make a profound statement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to win a lot of games in a season, you're going to have to win ugly sometimes. The Patriots did that against the Falcons, winning 24-23 thanks in part to a missed PAT by Atlanta in the fourth quarter. Drake Maye had a bad fumble and a bad interception, but he also had some high-level plays. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley go deep on his game, while also giving the Booms and the Dooms from the win for the Patriots, who are now 7-2. The episode ends with some strong Sr./Jr./III/IV/V nameplate talk as well as the last appearance of the Baseball Bois until the spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots have made some trades, sending Keion White to San Francisco and Kyle Dugger to Pittsburgh. Are they clearing the deck, so to speak, to add a big impact player before the deadline? Also, would you trade two first-round picks for Myles Garrett? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley get into a heated, violent debate over that question in this episode. Also, Marcus Jones got a contract extension and is a nice story. PLUS, Doug's point of all of us taking Drake Maye for granted has been BOLSTERED by us almost ignoring an insane stat for a second straight podcast. Lastly, we shouldn't have to watch commercials at movie theaters! Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drake Maye can have an excellent game against the No. 1 defense and he's not even our lead story?? That is, paradoxically, our lead story, after the quarterback was very good in a win over the Browns. He wasn't alone, though. You had Mack Hollins, you had Robert Spillane, you had Kayshon Boutte, and you had TreVeyon Henderson all with big games in the 32-13 win over Cleveland. It was the Patriots' fifth straight win, and they're now 7-2 and have as good a claim as anybody to be the best team in the AFC. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break it all down -- including the BOOMS and DOOMS -- on Pats Chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots are 5-2, and just about everyone in the football world is getting a little excited about their potential. There's no doubt they're ahead of schedule on their rebuild, but why exactly is that the case? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley point to Stefon Diggs, Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye, Will Campbell and more. Plus, even though the Browns are very bad, their defense is elite. What can we expect from Josh McDaniels' offense this week? Pats Chat on CLSN Media is powered by: 💰 Prize Picks - Sign up at http://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS & download the app today and use code CLNS to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots overcame a wee bit of early adversity to end up trouncing the Titans by a 31-13 final, thanks in large part to Drake Maye putting forth another unreal effort for New England. He had two incompletions total, which tells you all you need know. Doug Kyed & Michael Hurley break down the game, including Rhamondre Stevenson being back, some tremendous catches by the receiving corps, and of course, the Booms & Dooms as the Patriots improved to 5-2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots are in first place. Who saw that coming? NOBODY! Not even the brilliant genius hosts named Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley, who are here to chat Pats for the people. They get into the state of things (first place!?), some trade deadline potential moves at pass rusher and running back, and some thoughts about the upcoming game against the Titans. Three straight road wins? Can it be done? Perhaps Mike Vrabel's return to Tennessee is enough to make it happen. There's also some thoughts about the erosion of communal viewing experiences in the streaming era, and Taylor Swift milking every dollar out of her fans. Also do you know who the Jets general manager is? Be honest. Don't lie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots beat the Saints in New Orleans. It was an eventful game. Drake Maye was very impressive, as he continues to improve in areas we said he needed improvement as recently as a few weeks ago. Kayshon Boutte had a tremendous game, too, leading the way with two touchdowns and the game-sealing catch. But boy oh boy, did that officiating crew stink or what? Doug Kyed and Michael spend probably a bit too much time on that, and maybe some unnecessary time on baseball at the end. But all in all, it's a pretty good Patriots podcast that you are now free to listen to. Please send to 16 of your friends as a solid to us. Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 3-2 Patriots are heading to New Orleans to take on the 1-4 Saints. If Drake Maye and Rhamondre Stevenson can hang on to the football, the Patriots should be in good shape. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley take a look at the current roster and identify areas that could be improved via trade, and then take a look at how each member of the rookie class is doing. Some thoughts on Bill Belichick's disastrous situation at UNC ensue, then some takes on Rolling Stone's top 250 songs of the 21st century, Taylor Swift's latest release (from two Taylor Swift experts), and some pop punk/KPop thoughts to finish this one out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A podcast so nice, the fellas had to do it twice! Look, a 2 a.m. podcast couldn't possibly have covered all that needed to be discussed after Drake Maye and the Patriots beat the Bills in Buffalo, so a sleep-deprived Doug Kyed got back on the podcasting horse and joined Michael Hurley to get through everything that might not have been discussed in the previous podcast. This is like how Taylor Swift releases 45 different versions of her albums for her adoring fans. You're welcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holy mackerel, the Patriots won in Buffalo. Drake Maye suited up for his first prime-time game as a starter and was outstanding, outdueling Josh Allen in the 23-20 Patriots victory. It was Booms galore on this podcast: Stefon Diggs, Andy Borregales, Marcus Jones, Christian Gonzalez, Robert Spillane, too many Booms to count. The Dooms were fewer, though Rhamondre Stevenson's fumble and some avoidable penalties certainly made the list. How does this win change the season? Why, Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley will answer that very question on this special late-night/early-morning postgame reaction Pats Chat Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots are heading for prime time, as they'll take on the Buffalo Bills on Sunday Night Football. Can they win? Sure. Will it be a disappointment if they don't? Probably not, but it depends on how they compete. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are here to do the requisite Josh Allen-Drake Maye comparisons, while breaking down some keys to this game, injury updates, expectations for Stefon Diggs, players to watch, and more. Then it's Baseball Bois time because, well, it's October. And as Dane Cook taught us all 20-plus years ago, THERE'S ONLY ONE OCTOBER!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots have beaten the Carolina Panthers. Soundly. It was a little tense early, when the Panthers jumped out to a 6-0 lead and the Patriots went three-and-out, but a Marcus Jones punt return TD turned it around, and Drake Maye was nearly perfect in the 42-13 win. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break it all down, hand out booms and dooms, and then talk about a ton of other things because this game was what it was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a big one. Some would say the biggest ever. The Patriots are playing the Panthers. And it's a MUST WIN ... in the sense that the season could be going down a bad path if they lose. Plus, is Drake Maye actually performing better than we think? Is Stefon Diggs happy? What's up with Christian Gonzalez? A deep dive into the PFF grades up and down the roster and a cameo appearance from the Baseball Bois ends this episode, which was historically good. You'll be telling your grandkids about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots turned the ball over five times against the Steelers and still ... kinda/shoulda won the game. That says a lot about many things, but the Patriots are now 1-2 and Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are here to break it down. They have extensive thoughts about Rhamondre Stevenson and his fumbling problem, Drake Maye's good plays and brutal turnovers, the famed BOOMS and DOOMS, thoughts about Julian Edelman's and Bill Parcells' team hall of fame inductions, opinions about Mike Vrabel's philosophy on penalties, takes on J.J. Watt calling a T.J. Watt game for CBS, and much more. If you don't listen to this one, you're nuts! Sorry if that offends!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Week 3, and the Steelers are coming to Foxboro. Who's going to win??? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley have the answers. OK maybe not, BUT, they talk about Christian Gonzalez, the state of the roster, Drake Maye's love of Aaron Rodgers, and an impromptu power ranking of broadcasters on Patriots Super Bowls. You've never heard anything like this!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots won in Miami. That's crazy, don't you think? Drake Maye was outstanding, so hopefully we never have to hear people wonder if there's too much "on his plate." Doug Kyed was in Miami for the game and breaks it all down with Michael Hurley. It certainly wasn't a perfect team effort, but it was entertaining. Enjoy the BOOMS and the DOOMS and then rate and subscribe and send it to your friends. The Pats Chat podcast will not be denied! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots laid an egg (sort of) in Week 1. Surely they can turn it around against the Dolphins, who had the stinker of all stinkers in their loss to the Colts ... right? RIGHT? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break that down, while giving thoughts on Terrell Williams, Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye, Christian Gonzalez, TreVeyon Henderson, Efton Chism, Mack Hollins, short receivers, Stefon Diggs' jersey number, and probably a ton of other stuff. You'll have to listen, like, and subscribe to find out!!!!!!!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots lost to the Raiders in Week 1, and it stunk. Drake Maye didn't do star quarterback things, Josh McDaniels didn't run the ball, Mike Vrabel's defense gave up far too many explosive plays, all leading to a dud of an opener. What's this mean for the season? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break it all down, while also discussing Bill Belichick's latest comments and some very timely DeflateGate thought. Shoutout to Doug and Mike for not playing with visual cues or having microphone issues for an entire podcast. Must be football season. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 1 of the NFL season is officially underway, and Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are previewing Sunday's game between the Patriots and Raiders. This is a tough one to get a feel for, but they really try their best, folks. Doug also reported that UNC has banned Patriots scouts from Tar Heels practices. Isn't that sad, everybody? Plus some great RedZone debates, a cameo from the Baseball Bois, and much, much more! SMASH that subscribe button and send this episode to your family. They need to hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's football season! That means Michael Hurley is ENGAGED. He and Doug Kyed are here to talk about the biggest news of the week, like Jabrill Peppers getting released. Are they really good enough to just cut good players? Also, 2025 captains were named -- any surprises? Christian Gonzalez still isn't practicing, when is it time to worry with Week 1's game against the Raiders just days away. Also, are Patriots fans rooting for Bill Belichick at UNC? Did the bozos who designed the MGM Music Hall not know that people pee? Is Salem, Massachusetts the scam capital of the world? So many questions, and a few answers. Download, like, subscribe, become our friend, come with us to the Hinder show in Providence, learn our deepest secrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots whittled their roster down to 53 players on Tuesday, and Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are here to react right after the official announcements were made. Biggest surprise? Probably the eight receivers, including Javon Baker. Speaking of receivers, will it be hard for third-round rookie Kyle Williams to get on the field? Which of the players on the roster might get bumped for players claimed on waivers? All that, plus accidental Taylor Swift talk, questions on whether Hard Knocks is dead forever, and some existentialism/male loneliness chat to close the show. RATE AND SUBSCRIBE, FAM! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bad news: Doug's podcasting from the car. Good news: Michael is not, and we edited some of the more wonky parts of the podcast.This should be the final car pod for maybe ever? Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley break down what happened in the Patriots' final preseason game against the Giants and discuss what's next for Mike Vrabel and crew ahead of next week's roster cuts.Rate, review and subscribe: Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/63az1kKeXzeiQOXCJ8EJiIApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pats-chat-a-patriots-podcast-with-doug-kyed/id1658450530YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@patschatpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are here to make a 53-man roster for the Patriots. Unfortunately, it wasn't very difficult. That means there's still a long way to go to get the Patriots to the level where their talent is going to set them up to compete with the NFL's best. That's the main point of this one, but there's also an in-depth discussion about the current state of the offensive line, some lesser-known players who will probably end up on the team, and some deep Baseball Bois talk. That "Play Ball" song at Fenway really is the pits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley are BACK at their computers, not in the car, and the timing is great, because the Patriots beat the Vikings 20-12 in a preseason game. There was a lot to like in this game. Drake Maye had a couple of misfires, though. Efton Chism has MADE THE ROSTER (unofficially). What do they do with Kyle Dugger, who played until the very last snap? And Anfernee Jennings, for that matter? Alex Austin, he's pretty good, huh? All that and more, plus some complaining about Tom Brady in a Raiders jacket and the way people drive their cars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pats Chat fellas are BACK, with Doug Kyed fresh off a quick trip to Minnesota for two days of joint practices with the Vikings. How did the Patriots fare against one of the NFL's better teams? Is the offensive line a nightmare again? Is Stefon Diggs causing a problem perhaps? How is Kyle Dugger so far down the depth chart? All of these questions and MORE are answered, along with some Taylor Swift Twitter ranting from Michael Hurley. Also, Doug was in the car for this one, so yes, there were a few blips along the way. But we are too honest of a podcast to edit that out for you. We are authentic. Take us as we are. OK bye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, first, we're sorry if the audio sucks. We recorded this the only way that we could to get it out to you guys before next week. So, we apologize if you find it tough to listen to. We'll do better next time. Promise. The Patriots beat the Commanders 48-18 in their preseason opener, and there are a lot of positive notes and not many negative ones to take away from the game. Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley sit in their cars and break down the game. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/63az1kKeXzeiQOXCJ8EJiI YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@patschatpodcast Apple:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pats-chat-a-patriots-podcast-with-doug-kyed/id1658450530 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots welcomed the Commanders to Foxboro for a joint practice session, and they looked good. Doug Kyed shares his observations on Drake Maye and Joshua Dobbs, spotlights which receivers are separating from the pack, and more. Michael Hurley finally contributes with some strong takes about Stefon Diggs eating Five Guys AND on Taylor Lewan lauding Machine Gun Kelly as a pop punk savior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pats Chat is BACK with Doug Kyed offering his observations on which Patriots have helped and hurt their cases to make the roster thus far through camp. Lots of focus on the offensive line and wide receiver room. Michael Hurley does a really good job of reading Doug’s tweets to Doug, and then they get to Terry McLaurin’s trade demand in Washington. Is it MORE realistic now? Finally, some thoughts on a surprisingly full concert that neither host attended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots started to play some real football on the practice field on Monday, but Christian Gonzalez suffered what appeared to have been a hamstring injury. Doug Kyed was on site and shares his view of what happened while offering analysis of how Will Campbell fared, what the backup quarterback situation looks like, and everything else Patriots. Then some takes on lobsters, Cape Cod traffic, wasps and Offspring/Jimmy Eat World/New Found Glory ticket tomfoolery closed out the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Football is back, baby! Well, football practice is back, as the Pats took the field for the first day of training camp in Foxboro. Doug Kyed was there and he's got all of his takeaways. Drake Maye looked good. Stefon Diggs looked healthy. And many, many more things! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a month, but Pats Chat is back to break down what NFL players, coaches and executives think of the Patriots' roster.Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/63az1kKeXzeiQOXCJ8EJiIApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pats-chat-a-patriots-podcast-with-doug-kyed/id1658450530YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@patschatpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pats Chat podcast is BACK, with Doug Kyed and Michael Hurley recapping the ENTIRE spring program for the Patriots, which included an inconsistent finish from quarterback Drake Maye. Doug gives his standouts from the OTA and minicamp session, and Mike decides that Marcus Bryant will make the team (despite never seeing him play). And though it's Pats Chat, the baseball bois HAD to chime in on the insane Rafael Devers trade, while Doug offered up a tribute to his favorite band, The Beach Boys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Patriots were on the field for mandatory minicamp, and Doug Kyed was there to report on everything that took place. Mike Hurley is here to play "Big Deal Or No Big Deal" with the happenings in Foxboro. Also, Doug reflects on being named Visionary of the Year by LLS before the standard end-of-podcast inanity. #Chis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good news, everybody: Drake Maye isn't bad at OTA practicing anymore. The second-year QB looked much, much better in the latest session open to the media, and Doug Kyed is here to provide some detail on that performance plus everything else from Foxboro ... including a standout performance from undrafted rookie receiver Efton Chism. Some non-gossipy Bill Belichick conversation ensues, before some embarrassing news for The Offspring and New Found Glory is tackled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The boys are back in town -- Podcast Town -- and they're here to CHAT. This week, they're showing their expertise in party drugs, as it relates to the video of Stefon Diggs on a boat that's made the rounds online. Will he get in trouble? We'll find out. Also, Doug Kyed shares his observations from the Patriots' second OTA session open to the media, including slight improvement but still shaky play from Drake Maye. Plus, David Andrews is retiring, we throw around some takes on shows and movies, and Michael Hurley comes up with a great new podcast name. You better get used to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices