Off The Pike with Brian Barrett

Brian details an impressive Celtics win over the Knicks on the night they raised banner 18 into the rafters at the Garden (1:00). Then, Brian chats with WEEI’s Nick ‘Fitzy’ Stevens about the Patriots’ tough season, Bill Belichick’s eyebrow-raising comments this week about the team, whether Jerod Mayo is in over his head, and more (36:10). Then, Brian takes a few listener calls, before he and Jamie close out the show with some final thoughts on the Celtics’ win (1:15:40). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Nick ‘Fitzy’ StevensProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses another tough loss for the Patriots in London against the Jaguars and the mounting scrutiny surrounding the Pats coaching staff (0:30). Then, he chats with James White about the loss, the growing disconnect between the players and the coaches, Drake Maye’s solid performance, and more (32:20). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and commiserate about the Pats (47:50).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: James WhiteProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the latest Patriots news, including growing fractures between the coaching staff and the players as well as a preview of the Pats’ upcoming game against the Jaguars in London (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s Michael Pina about some top predictions and thoughts about the upcoming Celtics season, including some bullish Payton Pritchard predictions and who might be the C’s top competition in the East (16:25). Brian and Jamie end by chatting about Tom Brady’s ownership stake in the Raiders and how that might affect his broadcasting future, and they give out their best bets for Week 7 (1:22:15).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Michael PinaProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with the Boston Herald’s Zack Cox about the Celtics’ preseason thus far before moving on to the Pats and Drake Maye’s debut last Sunday, Jerod Mayo’s comments on the roster, an assessment of the Patriots receivers, and more (0:30). Then, Brian recaps the Bruins’ first week of the season, as the team has gone 2-2-0 (35:35). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call and discuss some recent NFL trades and Bill Belichick’s comments on the 'ManningCast.' (47:10)We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Zack CoxProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Patriots’ blowout loss to the Jaguars, Drake Maye’s promising debut, some explosive plays on offense, what’s causing the Pats’ shaky run defense, and more (0:30). Then, Brian takes some listener calls before he and Jamie offer up some last thoughts on Maye’s first start (26:25).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: James WhiteProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian chats with The Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan about Drake Maye’s much-anticipated start on Sunday versus the Texans, how the Patriots’ offensive scheme will highlight Maye’s strengths, which Patriots receiver will benefit most from the rookie QB’s presence, and whether the Pats have a chance versus Houston (0:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their best bets for Week 6 and discuss the MLB playoffs (48:25).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Andrew CallahanProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the news that Drake Maye will start at quarterback for the Pats this Sunday and why the team decided to make the change (1:00). Then, he details the Bruins’ opening-night loss to the Panthers and why it was such a disappointing start to the season (19:55). Next, he chats with The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn about 'The Boston Globe Story of the Celtics,' his new book  about the history of the franchise and its different eras. They also remember Red Sox great Luis Tiant (34:00). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call about Drake Maye (1:11:20).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Chad FinnProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Patriots’ ugly loss to the Dolphins, some sloppy play across the board, bad coaching decisions from Jerod Mayo and his staff, and when we might see Drake Maye in at quarterback (0:55). Then, Brian discusses the Celtics’ preseason games against the Nuggets in Abu Dhabi, as well as Jeremy Swayman’s new contract with the Bruins (27:50). Brian and Jamie end with a couple listener calls on the Celtics and Pats (41:35).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens with a lesson the Red Sox could learn from the teams currently still in the playoffs, then looks at Pats offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt’s unimpressive record after four games (0:30). Then, Brian chats with The Ringer’s John Jastremski about the upcoming Patriots-Dolphins game, the MLB playoffs, Bill Belichick’s future, and more (20:45). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 5 (44:30).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: John JastremskiProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the Patriots' woeful offense, the Sox’s end-of-season press conference, and the contract standoff between the Bruins and Jeremy Swayman (1:00). Then, Brian chats with NBC Sports’ Chris Forsberg about the Celtics as they open up training camp, a chip on their shoulders after a summer of slights, how the team will deal with Kristaps Porzingis’s injury, and more (28:20). Brian and Jamie end with some emails on the Sox and Pats (1:13:40).We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Brian BarrettGuest: Chris ForsbergProducer: Jamie McClellanAdditional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices