In this episode, we get to know the Patriots' newest LB, the 55th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Gabe Jacas. Phil Perry talks with Illinois HC Bret Bielema about Jacas’ “desire to be great,” then catches up with former Patriot James White—who spent time coaching at Illinois—about why Mike Vrabel and the Patriots will love Jacas' fit in this defense.

00:00 Getting to know Patriots LB Gabe Jacas

03:00 Illinois HC Bret Bielema on Jacas’ “desire to be great”

07:00 James White calls Jacas an “old school, rare breed of football player”

10:30 Which former Patriots LB does Gabe compare to?

17:00 Could the Patriots be following the Seahawks defensive blueprint?

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Is Eli Raridon the most fascinating draft pick by the Patriots this year? Phil Perry talks with Notre Dame OC/TE Coach Mike Denbrock to get a detailed scouting report on the 95th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Later, he discusses how the Patriots could use Raridon and possibly use the Rams’ 13-personnel blueprint. 

00:00 Is Eli Raridon the most fascinating draft pick?

03:15 Notre Dame’s Mike Denbrock on Raridon’s upside

04:00 Why a great TE is a rookie QB's best friend

08:00 NFL player comparisons for Raridon

11:00 How Raridon fits the Patriots’ offensive scheme

13:00 Could the Patriots use the Rams' 13-personnel blueprint?

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Tom Curran, Phil Perry, and Albert Breer react to the Patriots’ moves on Day 2 of the NFL Draft, including the decision to trade up for Gabe Jacas, selecting tight end Eli Raridon in the third round and what Day 3 could look like without Mike Vrabel.

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Phil Perry, Tom Curran, Albert Breer, and Tom Giles react to the Patriots trading up to draft OT Caleb Lomu out of Utah. They break down what they like about the move, what Lomu brings to the team and what it could mean for Will Campbell’s future. Plus, they cover the latest on Mike Vrabel and what the next two days could hold for New England.

00:00 Reaction to drafting Caleb Lomu

08:00 The latest with Mike Vrabel

12:15 Eagles clearly moving on from AJ Brown?

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Albert Breer joins Phil Perry to break down their final predictions for what the New England Patriots could do in the NFL Draft. They discuss the possibility of the Patriots trading out of the first round, which offensive tackles could be available early and some off-the-radar options. Plus, Phil talks about Mike Vrabel addressing the Dianna Russini photos. 

0:00 - Discussing Mike Vrabel’s comments on Dianna Russini photos 

9:00 - What are the odds the Patriots don’t pick on Day 1 of the draft? 

13:00 - Which tackle is most likely to be available for the Patriots? 

20:00 - Does this edge rusher fit what New England is 

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Phil Perry is joined by Todd McShay of The Ringer to break down the Patriots’ draft outlook, including whether they can land multiple starters, a potential first-round run on offensive tackles and Phil’s top RB fits for New England.

00:00 -Can the Patriots find a few starters in this year’s draft?

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Phil Perry is joined by Emory Hunt of CBS Sports to break down his 2026 Draft Guide and identify the best late-round value picks for the New England Patriots. Plus, Phil dives into the mailbag to answer your latest questions.

00:00 YouTube Live: Crowd-sourced Mock Draft (April 15, 2PM)

03:30 Emory Hunt on his 2026 draft guide

Link for Live Mock Draft: https://youtube.com/live/IaDN9TRUa1s

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Phil Perry talks with Fran Duffy to break down this year's "Tier Busters" in the upcoming draft. They break down the Patriots specific needs, and who may be available at their current draft positions. Also, Phil Perry breaks down the looming potential trade of A.J. Brown, and how he may affect that Pats plans in this year's draft.

00:00 Setting the table / Coaches Meetings wrap-up

11:15  Welcome Fran Duffy

16:38 Busting Draft Tiers: Edge Rushers

22:45 Busting Draft Tiers: Tackles

29:50 Busting Draft Tiers: Tight Ends

34:10 Busting Draft Tiers: Wide Receivers 

40:23 Phil's Mock Draft 4.0 

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Phil Perry talks with Mike Renner to discuss three scenarios for the Patriots first three picks in the NFL Draft. What’s the best case scenario for the Patriots? WR with the first pick? Or should the address the Edge or Tackle position first? 

00:00 Setting the table for the pod

08:30 Renner on the value of the Patriots first-round pick

10:30 Scenario 1: Patriots take WR with first pick

20:00 Scenario 2: Patriots take Tackle 

27:30 Scenario 3: Patriots take Edge defender 

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Phil Perry catches you up on the latest Patriots news and breaks down his selection for New England at No. 31 in his most recent Mock Draft 3.0. Later, he answers your mailbag questions and talks with Trevor Sikkema about finding potential Stefon Diggs replacements in the NFL Draft.

00:00 Catching up on the latest Patriots news

03:00 How the Jaylen Waddle trade impacts A.J. Brown’s price

13:00 Phil Perry’s NFL Mock Draft 3.0

26:30 Mailbag questions

55:30 Trevor Sikkema on finding Diggs replacements in the draft

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