Felger & Massarotti How Lucky have the Patriots Been this Season? // Matt Light Yells at Felger // The Final Word - 1/29 (Hour 4)
Jan 29, 2026
Matt Light, former Patriots offensive tackle and Super Bowl champion, calls in to defend the team and push back on Spygate accusations. Conversation covers whether New England’s success this season is luck or coaching, Belichick’s reputation and past controversies, and how the defense shaped outcomes. The segment also includes rapid-fire non-sports questions for a lighter finish.
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Luck Versus Legitimate Team Strength
- The Patriots' playoff run included multiple fortunate breaks that critics point to as reasons for their success.
- Hosts argue luck aided them but doesn't fully explain a legitimate, serious team with a strong defense.
Don't Reduce Success To Just Schedule Luck
- Mike Felger stresses that calling the Patriots merely lucky underestimates their capabilities and defense.
- He separates schedule luck from the team's genuine quality and believes they're a real threat.
Pressure The Pats’ Offense Early
- If you face the Patriots, attack their offense early and force mistakes by pressuring the quarterback.
- Consider blitzing rookie protection units until they prove they can handle consistent pressure.
