The Next Pats Podcast - A Patriots Podcast

Phil Perry talks with James Palmer to discuss the biggest differences between Mike Vrabel and Ben Johnson as head coaches. Who would be the best fit for the Patriots? Also, Phil empties his notebook on everything going on in New England.  3:00-James Palmer on why Patriots fans should be confident in Mike Vrabel6:30-Assessing how Vrabel will handle the media10:30-Is Ben Johnson ready to be a head coach in the NFL?24:00-Should the Mayo firing have been done differently? WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Should the Patriots fire Alex Van Pelt? Is DeMarcus Covington's job on the line? Phil Perry breaks it all down before sharing ten names that Patriots fans should watch for in the College Football Playoff1:00 - How will Patriots' coaching situation play out as season comes to an end?21:00  - Examining Alex Van Pelt's explanation for not running Drake Maye on designed QB carries30:00 -  10 names to watch in the College Football Playoff  WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Bengals insider Mike Petraglia joins Phil Perry on the Next Pats Podcast! They discuss Bill Belichick taking the head coaching role at UNC, why Tee Higgins should be a top priority for the Patriots and much more!2:50: Petraglia reacts to Bill Belichick becoming the next head coach at UNC and falling short of Don Shula's record7:30: What is the likelihood Tee Higgins becomes a free agent?14:10: Mike Petraglia on why he is not willing to call Tee Higgins a true #1 Has Tee Higgins fallen off this season?24:00: Phil Perry breaks down the Patriots options at WR during free agency and why Tee Higgins should be at the top of the Patriots list36:10: Phil disappointed Garett Bolles is officially not entering free agency WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok

Mike Renner of CBS Sports joins Phil Perry to discuss the lack of talent in the 2025 draft class and why the Patriots should prioritize an offensive tackle in the first round. Plus, Phil shares what he needs to see from the Patriots in the final month of the season to consider it a success. 3:30 - How bad is the 2025 NFL draft class?13:30 - Why Patriots should take OT in first round of NFL Draft25:00 - Five things the Pats need to do to close out the season WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCSpatriotsFacebookInstagramTikTok