Patriots Unfiltered

New England Patriots

Take a break with Patriots.com's Fred Kirsch, Paul Perillo, Mike Dussault, Evan Lazar and Alexandra Francisco as they bring you the latest New England Patriots and NFL news and talk direct from Gillette Stadium. For more information about New England Patriots official podcasts, visit Patriots.com/podcasts.

New episodes of Patriots Unfiltered are posted every Tuesday and Thursday during the offseason, and Tuesday through Thursday during the regular season. Listen live at Patriots.com/radio or on the New England Patriots official app.

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March 17 · 1 hr 57 min
Patriots Unfiltered 3/17: Team/League News, Notable Free Agents, Draft Talk
Tune in as we cover another week inside Patriots Nation and the NFL! We react to the team's 2026 coaching staff announcement, and discuss Terrell Williams promotion to assistant head coach, Zak Kuhr's official promotion to defensive coordinator, and how those dynamics might take shape. We talk about recent team and league trades, acquisitions, and releases. Plus, we get into some draft talk, pillow talk, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 12 · 1 hr 59 min
Patriots Unfiltered 3/12: Analyzing Patriots Free Agency Moves, Best Free Agents Available, Draft Talk
Tune in as the PU Crew reacts to the initial wave of Patriots free agent acquisitions. We talk about Romeo Doubs, Kevin Byard, and more. Discussing whether or not the Patriots have improved the roster, or become a better team with the free agents they've signed. We analyze the signing of former Jets OG Alijah Vera-Tucker, and debate/predict what it means for the future of the offensive line and Jared Wilson. Plus, we talk about the best remaining free agents, draft expectations, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 10 · 2 hr 1 min
Patriots Unfiltered 3/10: Reported Signings/Releases/Trades, NFL Trade Buzz, Best Available Free Agents
Tune-in as the PU Crew covers the beginning of the tampering period and prepares for the start of the legue new year on March 11! We discuss the reported signings, releases, and trades the Patriots made to kick off free agency, and give our takes on each of the reported moves. We analyze at the Patriots roster so far, as there have yet to be reports about wide receivers and other weapons for Drake Maye, and discuss what lens the front office might be looking through for the 2026 season. Plus, we talk about other moves around the league, and which remaining free agents the Patriots could/should target. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 5 · 1 hr 57 min
Patriots Unfiltered 3/5: Team/League News, Free Agency Buzz, Pats Draft Prospects
Tune in as we cover recent draft and free agent news inside Patriots Nation! We open the show reacting to the report of Stefon Diggs' release, and recalibrate our thoughts on the wide receiver room and what draft and free agent prospects could be suitable chain movers for Drake Maye. We react to other trades and releases around the league and rethink how the Patriots could move during free agency. Plus, we discuss whether WR or OL is the biggest need, the benefits of development vs. dependability at this stage of the Patriots program, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 3 · 1 hr 58 min
Patriots Unfiltered 3/3: NFL Combine Recap/Analysis, Free Agent Forecast, Team/League Updates
Tune in as we discuss the latest and greatest inside Pats Nation and the NFL. We recap and analyze the NFL Combine and discuss our takeaways on who made the best cases in the media and drills. We talk about internal and external free agents, as the tampering period and the league's new year begin on Monday, March 9, and Wednesday, March 11, respectively. Plus, we talk about recent team and league news like trades, releases, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 27 · 17 min
Patriots Draft Countdown: Day 4 of the NFL Scouting Combine With Cynthia Frelund & Matt Miller
Day four of Patriots Draft Countdown at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis with special guests NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund and ESPN's Matt Miller. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 27 · 24 min
Patriots Draft Countdown: Day 3 of the NFL Scouting Combine, Patriots Director of College Scouting Tony Kinkela Interview
Tune-in as Matt Smith and Mike Dussault break down Day 3 of media access at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine and discuss the top edge and tight end prospects. We are joined by Patriots Director of College Scouting Tony Kinkela to discuss how New England approaches prospect interviews and workouts at the Combine and more. Plus, we talk with NFL Network's Marc Ross on the strengths of the 2026 Draft class and prospects that best fit with what the Patriots look for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 26 · 1 hr 59 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/26: Combine News, Free Agency Analysis, Team/League Updates
Tune in as we dive into the latest offseason news and topics. We recap the Patriots media appearances from this week and discuss what Eliot Wolf and Mike Vrabel had to say about their approach to the offseason. We talk about available free agents on both internal and external levels, and which players seem worth spending on. Plus, we talk league news, updates, and topics like trade rumors, the growing value of 'smart' head coaches, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 25 · 35 min
Patriots Draft Countdown: Day 2 of the NFL Scouting Combine With Mike Vrabel and Mike Reiss
Tune-in as Mike Dussault and Evan Lazar report direct from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis for Day 2 of media access. We offer our takeaways from Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel's media access and discuss the latest news coming out of the Combine. Plus, we are joined for an exclusive interview with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and we talk with ESPN's Mike Reiss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 25 · 39 min
Patriots Draft Countdown: Day 1 of the NFL Scouting Combine With Eliot Wolf, Dane Brugler & Jordan Reid
Tune-in as Matt Smith and Evan Lazar report from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Indiana for Day 1 of media access. We discuss the latest news coming out of the Combine as it relates to the Patriots. We sit down with Patriots Executive VP of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf to discuss Patriots offseason plans for free agency and the draft, as well as looking back on the performance of the 2025 Draft class. Plus, we are joined by Dane Brugler from The Athletic and ESPN's Jordan Reid to discuss the prospects that best fit with New England's needs and potential pick at 31. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 24 · 2 hr
Patriots Unfiltered 2/24: NFL Combine: Day 1, Prospects/Positions to Watch, Team News/Updates
Tune in as we cover day one of the 2026 NFL Combine. We open with a discussion about EVP of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf's combine-opening press conference and his comments on the draft, free agency, and building the 2026 roster. We discuss free agent buzz and who stands out as potential big-ticket and underrated acquisitions. Plus, we talk about the Patriots releasing RB Antonio Gibson and other current Patriots whose contracts remain unseen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 19 · 2 hr
Patriots Unfiltered 2/19: NFL Combine Preview, Prospects/Positions to Watch, Draft Prep
Tune in as the PU Crew previews the upcoming 2026 NFL Combine! We talk positions and prospects to watch as the Patriots begin scouting to complete their 2026 roster. We discuss the Patriots biggest needs and which draft prospects best fit the Patriots' schemes. We give our takes on recent league and team news, including the Patriots promoting Zak Kuhr to DC, the Seahawks upcoming sale, and Maxx Crosby's availability. Plus, random yapping about paying rent, living with your parents, mock drafts, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 17 · 1 hr 57 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/17: Leadership, Combine/Draft Prep, Free Agent Watch
Tune in as we officially turn the page to the offseason. We discuss leadership and the things Drake Maye could take away from the Super Bowl run and use towards growth on the field, sideline, and in the huddle. We talk filling the Patriots biggest needs with available free agents and discuss the players best fit for New England. Plus, we dive into draft prep as the combine is less than a week away. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 12 · 2 hr 1 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/12: Culture Talk, Offseason Prep, Biggest Needs
Tune in as the PU crew dives into a conversation about the culture inside Patriots Nation during the 2025 season and expectations for 2026. They reflect on the immediate shift that ensued when Mike Vrabel took over, and how it propelled the Patriots to a Super Bowl run no one expected. They consider culture as it pertains to the 2026 season and discuss what fans could expect this offseason with cuts, acquisitions, and draft picks. Plus, they discuss the biggest areas of need as NFL Combine and Draft quickly approach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 10 · 2 hr 1 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/10: Super Bowl LX Recap, Season Closing Thoughts, Mapping Out the Offseason
Tune in as the PU crew breaks down the Patriots Super Bowl LX loss to the Seahawks. We talk about everything that went wrong, including the offensive line's protection, Drake Maye's decision-making, the run defense, and more. We shed light on positive takeaways, including the secondary's performance from players Christian Gonzalez and Craig Woodson. We reflect on the season as a whole, commenting on the success of free-agent acquisitions, draft hits, and exceeding expectations throughout a full season of exciting moments. Plus, we look ahead to the offseason and discuss the glaring needs revealed during Super Bowl LX. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 6 · 1 hr 34 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/6, Part 2: Final Super Bowl LX Preview, Predictions and Picks, Sebastian Vollmer Interview
Tune in for the finale our special edition Patriots Unfiltered shows, live from Radio Row in San Francisco. We share our final preview for the game with winning x-factors, matchups to watch, game predictions, picks and final scores! Plus, former Patriot Sebastian Vollmer joins the show to talk about the Patriots season, its impact on the German international market and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 6 · 2 hr 16 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/6, Part 1: NFL Honors Recap, Keys to Super Bowl LX, Special Guests, Taylor Lewan, Mike Reiss, Maura Healey and more!
Tune in as we go live for our fourth and final edition of Patriots Unfiltered from Radio Row in San Francisco! We recap the NFL Honors Awards and talk Mike Vrabel winning Coach of the Year for the second time, and the slim margin that decided the MVP race. We begin our final preview of Super Bowl LX with keys to the game and matchups to watch. Plus, former Patriot Robert Gallery, Taylor Lewan from Bussin' with the Boys, Mike Reiss from ESPN, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 5 · 1 hr 53 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/5, Part 2: SB LX Matchups to Watch, NFL Honors Predictions, Matt Cassel, Deatrich Wise, and Brian Hoyer Interviews
Tune in for part two of the third edition of Patriots Unfiltered live from Radio Row in San Francisco! We continue previewing Super Bowl LX with matchups to watch on the line of scrimmage, downfield, and on special teams. We preview the NFL Honors Awards Ceremony, talk current and former Patriots who may be awarded, and make our predictions for who will take home the hardware. Plus, former Patriots Brian Hoyer, Matt Cassel, and Deatrich Wise Jr. stop by to update fans on what they're doing, talk about the Patriots journey this season, and make their predictions for Super Bowl LX! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 5 · 2 hr 2 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/5, Part 1: Super Bowl LX Preview, Team Updates, Ted Karras, Gregg Rosenthal, Brian Hoyer, and Matt Hasselbeck Interviews
Tune in as we go live for the third edition of Patriots Unfiltered from Radio Row ahead of Super Bowl LX. We discuss team updates on injuries and more following comments in the Patriots final pressers of the week. We talk the NFL Honors and the Patriots who are nominated for the league's most prestigious awards. Plus, special guests Ted Karras, Gregg Rosenthal, Brian Hoyer and Matt Hasselbeck stop by to discuss the Super Bowl matchup, NFL Awards picks, and the Patriots stellar season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 4 · 2 hr 13 min
Patriots Unfiltered 2/4, Part 1: Super Bowl LX Preview, Patriots News/Updates, Mina Kimes, Howard Balzer and Dr. Chao Interviews
Tune in to the second edition of Patriots Unfiltered direct from Radio Row as the Patriots prepare for Super Bowl LX. We preview the matchup, and discuss ways New England could expose the Seahawks on both sides of the ball. We talk team news and updates on mentality, injuries and more from Head Coach and player press conferences. Plus, special guests Mina Kimes from ESPN, veteran reporter Howard Balzer and Dr. Chao - the Pro Football Doc joins the show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.