Answers to the test: How Drake Maye’s BRAIN can lift Patriots down the stretch
The Patriots head into the bye week with an 11-2 record, but how can they improve with their week off? Phil Perry breaks down the areas of focus for the team. Later, Dane Brugler checks in with his latest 2026 NFL mock draft and discusses some options for the Patriots next season. 1:00-Are the Patriots motivated by the “nobody believed in us”?4:30-Why haven’t teams been able to slow down Drake Maye?12:30-Will there be tweaks coming to the Patriots rushing attack?18:00-Dane Brugler talks 2026 NFL Draft
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How the Patriots can adjust ON THE FLY with linemen hurting
Phil Perry is back with a brand-new episode of The Next Pats Podcast! This week, Phil discusses how the Patriots can adjust with an injured offensive line, and Taylor Kyles (CLNS) joins the show to discuss the Patriots' MNF matchup vs. the Giants. Finally, Phil answers your Thanksgiving week mailbag questions!2:00: How can the Patriots adjust protect Drake Maye with an injured offensive line?07:00: Taylor Kyles (CLNS) joins the show to discuss the Patriots matchup vs. the Giants on MNF9:00: Challenge the Giants' pass rush presents.16:00: Why teams are using man coverage against Drake Maye23:50: "Who's Next?!" Phil Perry talks OSU's Kayden McDonald and why he could be a great fit for the Patriots.29:00: Thanksgiving week mailbag!
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Why Drake Maye has been so MIND-BOGGLINGLY accurate
Phil Perry breaks down JUST how accurate Drake Maye has been this season and discusses what’s led to his success this season. Later, we catch up with Austin Hooper to talk about his “My Cause, My Cleats” charity campaign, and of course hit you with some college players to keep an eye on as potential Patriots.  1:30-Drake Maye says his competitiveness has led to better accuracy this season 8:00-Austin Hooper on how mix of veterans and young guys have benefited the Patriots12:00-Hooper talks “My Cause My Cleats” charity campaign17:00-Who's Next?! And mailbag questions
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Inside Foxboro: Devin McCourty on Super Bowl hopes and new era buzz
There is plenty of BUZZ surrounding the New England Patriots following their win over the Jets on Thursday night. Who better to talk to, than a former Patriot who was there calling the game? Devin McCourty talks with Phil Perry about how LEGIT the Patriots are, and whether a Super Bowl could be in their future. Later, Phil Perry breaks down his stock watch and answers your mailbag questions.3:00-Devin McCourty on the buzz around Foxboro when calling the game last night10:00-McCourty praises Drake Maye’s ability to stay calm12:30-How would Devin try to slow down the Patriots offense?15:00-Are the Patriots vulnerable to mobile quarterbacks?18:00-Is this Patriots team capable of making it to the Super Bowl?21:00-Stock Watch & MailbagÂ
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Scheme tweaks that have fueled Drake Maye’s SPECIAL season
Phil Perry chats with Shawn Syed of Sumersports to get his take on what Josh McDaniels has done to get the most from Drake Maye. Is the Patriots’ offensive production sustainable?  Later, Phil tells you which college players are great Patriots fits, and answers questions from the mailbag. 1:00-Patriots-Buccaneers preview5:00-Benefits of Patriots running 12 personnel16:00-Is the Patriots offensive production sustainable? 19:00-Who's Next?!
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"The Next Pats Podcast" focuses on the NFL Draft and free agency for the New England Patriots. NBC Sports Boston's Phil Perry welcomes guests and breakdowns every aspect of the Patriots offseason, including free-agency and the NFL Draft.