Brian discusses the Celtics’ win over the Heat on Monday night and the benefits of Joe Mazzulla’s intense, competitive mindset (0:45). Then, Brian talks to three-time Super Bowl champ Ted Johnson about the questions surrounding the Patriots’ coaching staff, who on the staff might not survive the offseason, the team’s incredibly leaky defense, Drake Maye’s bright future, and more (20:10). Brian and Jamie end with some thoughts on the Sox's signing of receiver Aroldis Chapman (54:45).

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Host: Brian Barrett

Guest: Ted Johnson

Producer: Jamie McClellan

Additional Production Supervision: Steve Ceruti

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