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  1. Ten questions for the Patriots at the midway point of the offseason

    Columns

    Wed, 23 May 2012

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    … Which one of the rookies will have the greatest impact? Based on his overall knowledge of the system (he ran with Nick Saban in a similar defense at Alabama), his already impressive resume and his positional versatility, the best bet is Hightower …

  2. Patriots rookies ready to start learning curve all over again

    Blog

    Fri, 11 May 2012

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    … style defense, as he played for ex-Belichick assistant Nick Saban at Alabama. “The one thing that really sticks out to me ..... very good coaches,” Hightower said of the Belichick/ Saban similarities. “Wherever they’ve been, they’ve …

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  1. It Is What It Is Cast: Price and Chatham discuss the current state of the Patriots

    Audio

    05/10/2012

    In the latest edition of the "It Is What It Is" podcast, WEEI.com's Christopher Price and former Patriots linebacker Matt Chatham discuss the state of the Patriots at the midpoint of the offseason, touching on what they've accomplished in the draft and free agency. The two also discuss the impact former teammates Willie McGinest and Matt Light had on both sides of the ball, as well as a look at why some players struggle with life after football.

  2. It Is What It Is Cast: A look back at the NFL draft and the Patriots' picks

    Audio

    05/03/2012

    In the latest edition of the "It Is What It Is" podcast, WEEI.com's Christopher Price and DJ Bean take a look back at the NFL draft and break down each one of the Patriots' seven picks -- including first-rounders Chandler Jones and Dont'a Hightower -- and ask how soon they'll be able to contribute on a regular basis. Price and Bean also examine a few players the Patriots passed on and why.

  3. Chris Price, WEEI.com, on the Patiots draft

    Audio

    04/30/2012

    Chris Price talks about the Patriots draft picks. Mut and Lou ask him specifically about DB Alfonzo Dennard, a talented player but has a checkered past.

  4. Mustard and Johnson Live From Gillette Stadium Open with Their Pats Draft Analysis

    Audio

    04/28/2012

    Craig and Larry are live from the home of the New England Patriots at Gillette and open up the NFL Draft Experience discussing the pleasant surprise on Thursday night when the Pats moved up ... TWICE ... to draft two potential defensive studs in DE Chandler Jones and ILB Dont'a Hightower. The guys are happy with the Pats moves so far.

  5. Patriots shock the NFL and their own fans by moving up TWICE in the first round of the NFL Draft

    Audio

    04/27/2012

    We talk draft, and how the Patriots shocked the world by moving UP in the first round to pick two of the consensus defensive studs of the 2012 draft.

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Columns

  1. Meet the new guys: Breaking down the Patriots' 2012 draft class

    Columns

    04/29/2012

    … traditional position. Instead, his previous knowledge of the scheme (picked up while running with former Belichick assistant Nick Saban at Alabama) combined with his football IQ should have him on the field from the start. He could see action on the inside …

  2. Patriots get defensive with Chandler Jones, Dont'a Hightower

    Columns

    04/27/2012

    … shown a proclivity for going after players coached by Nick Saban . Saban , a former assistant under Belichick in Cleveland ..... defensive schemes have some of the same earmarks as what Saban has run at the collegiate level. As a result, the transition …

  3. Belichick still leans heavily on pals and ex-assistants in draft evaluation process

    Columns

    04/23/2012

    … programs like Kirk Ferentz (Iowa) and Nick Saban (first at LSU, and then Alabama ..... including a pair of players from Saban ’s national championship team ..... Upshaw: Another one who played for Saban , Upshaw has been all over the …

  4. Five things Patriots' fans should be looking for at the combine

    Columns

    02/22/2012

    … who come from programs run by former Belichick assistants or close friends, including Nick Saban and Urban Meyer . This season should be no exception, as Saban ’s Alabama team has at least two prospects that could appeal to the Patriots. While …

  5. Trags Bag: Hey, Bill, here’s what I’d do with the Patriots

    Columns

    02/10/2012

    … Ihedigbo were solid at safety. Now imagine a lockdown corner back there. Belichick spoke this week at Pebble Beach with Nick Saban about a number of his players from Alabama's national championship team, and no doubt cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick’s name …

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Blogs

  1. Details on the coaching moves the Patriots made on Thursday

    Blog

    05/10/2012

    … native, joins the Patriots after a three-year stint at the University of Alabama as a football analyst under head coach Nick Saban . While on the Alabama staff, Judge was a member of two National Championship teams in 2009 and 2011 and assisted …

  2. The SEC pipeline continues to feed Bill Belichick and the Patriots

    Blog

    04/28/2012

    … players. Well, one big reason are the coaches who have built monstrously successful big-time programs. Like friends Nick Saban at Alabama and Urban Meyer (formerly at Florida). There Les Miles at LSU. So, does the competition mean that much to Belichick …

  3. Analysis of the second round of the NFL draft

    Blog

    04/27/2012

    … Alabama’s Courtney Upshaw , a definite first-round talent who fell out of the first round. Given that he played in Nick Saban ’s 3-4, Upshaw has enough experience at outside linebacker but has also played with his hand in the dirt. 36 …

  4. Dont’a Hightower’s Thursday night Q&A with the New England media

    Blog

    04/27/2012

    … we are. It has a lot to do with Coach [ Nick ] Saban , but it has a lot more to do with ..... of guys who have played for Coach Saban and who have come up here to play ..... anticipate any similarities and did Coach Saban talk to you about the Patriots at …

  5. Patriots trade up to draft Dont’a Hightower out of Alabama

    Blog

    04/26/2012

    … two second-round picks they have Friday. This pick has Bill Belichick written all over it. Hightower played under Nick Saban at Alabama, and past drafts — notably the 2010 draft — have shown that Belichick is prone to select players who played …

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Audio On Demand

Zoltan Mesko: The most in…

Zoltan Mesko: The most interesting man in the NFL

Patriots punter Zoltan Mesko joined D&C to chat about being labeled the most interesting man in the NFL. He shows off his multilingual skills, who he idolizes, and his upcoming charity event.

Chris Price checks in on the Pats offseason and Welker signing his franchise tag

Christopher Price joins John Ryder to discuss Wes Welker signing his franchise tender. They also discuss what a crowded Patriots receiver corps will look like once the season starts, as well as the situation in the backfield.

Wes Welker, Patriots WR, on his contract status and the Patriots

Wes Welker joins Mut and Merloni to discuss his current contract status with the Patriots, if he thinks he'll be at the mandatory mini camp in June, and if he can see himself missing regular season games.

Marc Jackson: Boston made…

Marc Jackson: Boston made a mistake not finishing Sixers off early

Sixers TV Analyst Marc Jackson joined John & Gerry to preview Celtics-Sixers Game 7. He discusses how dangerous the Sixers are because they don't have a go-to guy, Doug Collins' role in getting the Sixers to a Game 7, and if the Sixers will be up for the challenge.

Danny Ainge with the Big Show

We speak to Danny Ainge for our weekly interview and get his take on the Celtics ugly performance in game six, what to look for in game 7, and we try and get some inside info on the Celts many injuries.

Cedric Maxwell: Elton Brand is playing roller derby with KG

Celtics radio analyst Cedric Maxwell joined D&C to chat about the Celtics lack of effort in Game 6. He discusses how Bradley has enhanced Rondo's play, the C's lack of depth dues to injury, and what the Celtics need to do to win Game 7.

Jerry Remy: Bard is lost …

Jerry Remy: Bard is lost on the mound

NESN Red Sox analyst Jerry Remy joined the guys to discuss why the Sox have been playing better since their players only meeting. He touches on how fun its been to watch their makeshift lineup play, Bobby Valentine's shuffling his roster due to injuries, and Adrian Gonzalez willingness to play the outfield to help the team.

Bobby Valentine & Joe Castiglione pregame

Bobby Valentine & Joe Castiglione on a rare no-move day today in Baltimore to preview Sox/irds

Bobby Valentine: I don't see us trading Youkilis

Red Sox Manager Bobby Valentine joined D&C to discuss Kevin Youkilis' return from the DL. He also discusses juggling his lineup with all the injuries, Adrian Gonzalez volunteering to play the outfield, team leadership, and how the players only meeting influenced the Sox turnaround.

Ference: We didn't deserv…

Ference: We didn't deserve to win with how we played

Bruins Defensman Andrew Ference wraps up the Bruins Game 7 loss. He touches on just how the Capitals beat them, what his thought were on Ovechkin's performance, and how Tim Thomas' decision not to attend the White House visit affected the team.

Andy Brickley talks Game 7 Bruins and Capitals

NESN's Andy Brickley joined Dennis and Callahan to discuss the NHL playoffs and preview game 7 of the Bruins and Captials.

NESN's Jack Edwards with the Big Show

We're joined by NESN's own Jack Edwards after the Bruins knocked off the Caps in dramatic fashion to force a game 7 showdown this Wednesday at the Garden. Jack says: Bet on the Bear!

Kirk Minihane: Curt Schil…

Kirk Minihane: Curt Schilling sold out

WEEI.com Columnist Kirk Minihane joined Dennis & Callahan to chat about his column blasting Curt Schilling. He discusses if Schilling's decision was just a money grab, Curt's responsibilities to 38 Studios, and what role politics played in the downfall of 38 Studios.

Marc Jackson: Boston made a mistake not finishing Sixers off early

Sixers TV Analyst Marc Jackson joined John & Gerry to preview Celtics-Sixers Game 7. He discusses how dangerous the Sixers are because they don't have a go-to guy, Doug Collins' role in getting the Sixers to a Game 7, and if the Sixers will be up for the challenge.

Darren Rovell: Schilling blinded by yes men

CNBC Sports Business Reporter Darren Rovell discussed his recent conversation with Curt Schilling about getting into the video game business. Darren talks about people being caught up with who Schilling is when they made the business decision, if Schilling was confident his company would be successful, and what people are most upset about wiht the story.

Buster Olney, ESPN, on th…

Buster Olney, ESPN, on the Red Sox, Cole Hamels, and the Yanks

Buster Olney joins Mut and Lou to discuss the latest on the Youkilis trade front, Bob McClure, what Cole Hamels will get in free agency, and if Hal Steinbrenner is really trying to sell the Yankees.

What happened to Daniel Bard's velocity?

Mut and Lou try to figure out why Daniel Bard is no longer throwing in the high 90's.

Tim Legler, ESPN, on the Celtics loss to the Sixers and Game 7

Tim Legler joins Mut and Merloni to talk about the Celtics loss to the Sixers and what he expects will happen in Game 7.

Danny Ainge: Other guys n…

Danny Ainge: Other guys need to step up when the Sixers take away our strengths

We speak to Danny Ainge for our weekly interview and get his take on the Celtics ugly performance in game six, what to look for in game 7, and we try and get some inside info on the Celts many injuries.

Celtics succumb to Philly's tough defense, must overcome it in Game 7 to advance

The Celtics saved their worst performance of the season on a night when they needed their best the most. Their record in close-out games on the road is abyssmal, and they've now lost any chance at rest if they advance. Can they beat the Sixers in game seven? What will this long series mean if they advance? Michael and Glenn discuss it.

Adrian Gonzalez to the outfield... is this the right move for the Red Sox?

As the news comes down that Gonzalez is playing in the outfield, we debate how smart a move this is, and what, if any, alternatives did the Red Sox have?

Who will step up for the …

Who will step up for the Celtics in game 7

Mikey, Ryder and Lenny Megs are talking about the Celtics-76ers game 7 and who they'll need to step up and get the Celts a win.

There's a game 7, crow is served

Mikey and Ryder both had high expectations for the Celtics in game 6 of their series with the 76ers and now there's a game 7. They give their predictions on the game and talk about what the Celtics need to correct before they play.

Mikey and Kirk Minihane talk Red Sox

Kirk wrote a column about David Ortiz that Mikey didn't completely agree with and a debate ensues.

Thursday, May 24th Whiner…

Thursday, May 24th Whiner Line

Mike gets a talking to, and takes a keen interest in someone on twitter named 'Weed Girl'.

Tuesday, May 22nd Whiner Line

MOTWU tickles Michael, Ortiz feels the heat, and the Celts get their props.

Monday, May 21st Whiner Line

The goon croons for a lost BeeGee, and Metallica on the accordion never sounded better.

Jermaine O'Neal, Celtics …

Jermaine O'Neal, Celtics C, talks about his tenure with the C's

Jermaine O Neal joins Mut and Merloni in an attempt to let fans hear his side of the story on his time in Boston. Jermaine denies ever wanting to go to the Heat.

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20 Minutes of Silence wit…

20 Minutes of Silence with Kirk Minihane: Philadelphia Inquirer reporter John Mitchell on race in Boston

Kirk talks with John Mitchell, who wrote Wednesday that Kevin Garnett could face backlash from racist fans in Boston should the Celtics lose the series to the 76ers.

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Lolo Jones saving herself…

Lolo Jones saving herself for husband

The guys react to the interview Olympian Lolo Jones did with Real Sports reporter Mary Carillo where she reveals she'll be giving her future husband the gift of her virginity. They respond to her comments about her struggles to find a husband and staying a virgin being the hardest thing she's ever done.

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Cedric Maxwell: Elton Bra…

Cedric Maxwell: Elton Brand is playing roller derby with KG

Celtics radio analyst Cedric Maxwell joined D&C to chat about the Celtics lack of effort in Game 6. He discusses how Bradley has enhanced Rondo's play, the C's lack of depth dues to injury, and what the Celtics need to do to win Game 7.

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Buster Olney, ESPN, on th…

Buster Olney, ESPN, on the Red Sox, Cole Hamels, and the Yanks

Buster Olney joins Mut and Lou to discuss the latest on the Youkilis trade front, Bob McClure, what Cole Hamels will get in free agency, and if Hal Steinbrenner is really trying to sell the Yankees.

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