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Bob Socci joins Alex Barth to recap and react to the Patriots' preseason opener against the Washington Football Team. What does Mac Jones debut performance mean for the future of the starting QB job? Which pass catchers stepped up? And what to make of some of the team's defensive personnel choices? For more on Patriots training camp, visit 985TheSportsHub.com.

(0:00) Adam Jones and Ted Johnson sitting in for Zolak and Bertrand talk a little more about Cam Newton’s Instagram post and how the first preseason game impacted the QB battle.

(9:54) We look at the people who have liked Newton’s Instagram post and try to figure out Cam and Mac’s relationship after last night’s preseason game.

(21:44) We react to new reports that say Mac is gaining more and more momentum each day and let Ted give his Ted Talk.

(31:20) Today’s Takeaways.

(0:00) Adam Jones and Ted Johnson sitting in for Zolak and Bertrand give their opposing takes on the movie Field of Dreams and MLB’s new game.

(9:23) We go back to the Cam vs. Mac debate, compare the quarterbacks’ ovations during the first preseason game, and predict who will start Week 1.

(24:45) We take a deep dive into Cam Newton’s newest Instagram post about demanding loyalty.

(34:23) Ted makes a comparison between Matthew Judon and Patriots great Rodney Harrison, while the other guys react.

(0:00) Adam Jones and Ted Johnson sitting in for Zolak and Bertrand answer the question: what does Mac Jones need to do in order to win the starting job?

(8:32) We debate the theory that Rhamondre Stevenson is the future of the Patriots after his two touchdown performance in the first preseason game.

(20:15) We bury the Red Sox after they lose again to the Rays and take your calls on the Patriots.

(31:30) We discuss MLB’s Field of Dreams game and Kevin Costner’s role he played in Thursday’s broadcast.

(0:00) Adam Jones and Ted Johnson sitting in for Zolak and Bertrand react to the Patriots’ first preseason game, specifically how the two quarterbacks looked.

(11:58) We discuss Cam Newton not knowing Mac Jones’ real name - Michael McCorkle "Mac" Jones. 

(26:40) We dissect Matthew Judon’s debut with the Patriots and his impact on the defense. Ted thinks that Judon has similar leadership qualities as Rodney Harrison.

(34:24) We chat about the Stephon Gilmore hold in and how the first preseason game gave him even more leverage.

(00:00) Bob Socci is the Voice of the New England Patriots on 98.5 The Sports Hub and joins Toucher & Rich to share his thoughts on last night’s preseason game.

(18:03) Rich explains why Field of Dream is a flawed and dumb movie.

(35:27) THE STACK

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(00:00) The "Field of Dreams" game between The Chicago White Sox and New York Yankees took place in Iowa on Thursday. It was corny (no pun intended).

(20:59) We circle back to the Patriots, who played in front of fans last night and won their first preseason game against the Washington Football Team 22-13.

(36:50) Fred gives a Bronco update.

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(00:00) Fred was once on a flight with “Macho Man” Randy Savage  and how he drank 12, which leads the conversation to other jacked wrestlers during that time and “Welcome Back, Kotter”

(15:01) Jim McBride covers the Patriots for the Boston Globe and joins Toucher & Rich to share his takeaways from last night’s Patriots first preseason game.

(27:25) A woman opens up about her addiction to... Diet Cokes? Fred thinks it’s ridiculous to encourage everyone to do what they like because we’re all gonna die someday.

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(00:00) “New England, the Patriots & me!” Fred reminisces about the good ol’ days when the Lodge and newspapersruled New England.

(12:48) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Patriots played in front of fans again and won their first preseason game against the Washington Football Team 22-13. The guys share their takeaways, including Mac Jones taking advantage of his opportunities, the legend of Quinn Nordin, the backfield’s performance and more. The legacy of Curly from the Three Stooges.

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