Felger & Massarotti Are the Patriots Setup to be AFC Royalty? // Jared Stillman on the Patriots and Vrabel // Patriots Callers - 1/27 (Hour 3)
Jan 27, 2026
Jared Stillman, Tennessee radio host and longtime Mike Vrabel commentator, offers a local, critical take on Vrabel’s Patriots run. Conversations cover whether New England can become AFC royalty, how much luck shaped their path, and debates over coaching, defensive strategy, and key in-game decisions.
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Patriots Have Championship Pillars
- The 2025 Patriots combine elite coaching, quality QB play, and a legit defense that project sustained success.
- Nick Wright and hosts argue those three pillars make New England an A-list AFC team alongside the Chiefs, Ravens, and Bills.
Not A Full Changing Of The Guard
- The hosts call New England an entrant to AFC royalty but stop short of a full changing of the guard from Mahomes, Allen, Burrow, and Jackson.
- They see the Patriots as part of the ruling group unless those established stars return to form.
Defensive Coaches Might Be Back
- Defensive head coaches have been rare in recent Super Bowls, but Mike Vrabel's success could signal a defensive resurgence.
- Hosts argue offensive coaches have dominated because offensive systems and quarterbacks are harder to replicate.