Felger & Massarotti Patriots Take Down Chargers in Wild Card Matchup // Red Sox Lose Alex Bregman to Cubs in Free Agency // The Final Word - 1/12 (Hour 4)
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Jan 12, 2026 The hosts dive into the Patriots' thrilling Wild Card victory over the Chargers, spotlighting a key 48-yard play that shifted the game's momentum. They dissect the struggles of Justin Herbert in the postseason, questioning his coaching support. In baseball, the discussion turns to Alex Bregman’s surprising move to the Cubs, sparking criticism of the Red Sox's negotiation strategies. Listeners engage with opinions on trick plays and coaching decisions, adding to the lively debate.
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Momentum Swing Sealed Early
- The Patriots flipped a potential Chargers touchdown into a momentum swing with a goal-line defensive stop and a 48-yard run by Ronan Stevenson.
- That sequence turned the game's trajectory and set the Patriots on the path to victory.
Herbert's Playoff Struggles Under Harbaugh
- Justin Herbert has struggled in Jim Harbaugh's playoff era, with one touchdown on 22 postseason possessions and massive negative point differential.
- Hosts question whether Harbaugh's structure limits Herbert's strengths and contributes to his playoff decline.
May's Mixed Performance And Checkdown Offense
- Drake May improved in the second half, but early inaccuracies and fumbles highlighted inconsistency.
- Mike Felger and Jimmy Murray note the offense relied on checkdowns and limited "elite" throws despite late success.