Felger & Massarotti

They break down New England’s surprise run to the Super Bowl and the gameplan that survived brutal weather. They dig into defensive dominance and how the front seven controlled Denver. Controversial officiating and a chaotic Stidham play spark heated debate. Callers weigh in on coaching decisions and whether this offense can win the title.

(0:00) Will things continue to break in favor of the Patriots?(15:53) More from the callers plus, thoughts on the Patriots remarkable path through the playoffs.(24:13) The Email of the Day plus the Final Word.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Christopher Gasper from the Boston Globe joins the show; more discussion on Patriots - Broncos including...is Sean Payton overrated?(9:31) Gasper has some thoughts on the Patriots win over the Texans. Plus, how will Drake Maye perform against the Broncos?(20:20) Does Denver have a true home field advantage?(29:01) What happens if the Patriots lose?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) Felger and Mazz begin the second hour with a Lightning Round.(14:03) More from the callers including will Drake Maye solve his turnover issues?(23:21) The guys re-visit their conversation with Greg Bedard. Plus, who names winter storms?(33:18) Felger has a bone to pick some emailers related to his betting picks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(0:00) It's Agenda Free Friday on Felger and Mazz: Your calls on Patriots - Broncos plus opening thoughts from the guys.(14:37) Could the Patriots avoiding the snow be a good thing?(25:12) More on the Patriots - Broncos betting lines.(32:21) Sean Payton is standing by his starting QB plus more of your calls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Milton Williams sparked conversation with his dismissive remarks about facing Jarrett Stidham. The hosts joked about the implied insults and their reflection on team messaging. Callers weighed in on the intricacies of NFL scheduling and debated Drake May’s MVP claims. They also discussed overcoming Denver's daunting crowd noise and altitude challenges. With humorous takes on listener suggestions and a scintillating email of the day segment, the hour wrapped up with radio row plans and final jabs.

The hosts debate if the Patriots vs. Broncos clash is merely a 'bronze medal game' before facing a stronger NFC contender in the Super Bowl. They ponder how Denver could perform without Bo Nix and examine the significance of their run game. Insights into the AFC Championship point spread reveal historical trends and betting strategies. Additionally, there's lively discussion about player performance, coaching strategies with backups, and how injuries could impact Denver's game plan.

The hosts question whether the Broncos are overhyping Jarrett Stidham's abilities as a backup quarterback. They examine Stidham's mindset about his role and his experience in high-pressure situations. Patriots defensive tackle Milton Williams shares insights about facing him. Callers debate the implications for the Patriots, highlighting Denver's offensive line and the importance of a solid start. The discussion also touches on Stidham’s approach to mentoring and his past with the Patriots, raising doubts about his ambitions to be a starter.

The hosts dive into Sean Payton's remarks on how Denver's crowd noise could challenge the Patriots. They reminisce about past struggles in the Mile High City and discuss preparations for silent snaps. Callers weigh in with concerns and comparisons to previous Patriots teams. The discussion also touches on whether the team's success has been a matter of luck. Meanwhile, Mazz's Tiers ranks historic playoff performances by backup quarterbacks, highlighting legends like Frank Reich and Nick Foles.

Mike Felger is joined by Big Jim Murray on the Off-Air Show, catching up on all of the spiciest headlines. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.