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In this podcast, Sophie and Scott discuss current Pats topics such as Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo, and Bill Belichick’s thoughts from his media chair. We also discuss her trip to London to cover the Pats vs Jags. As always, Sophie brings her A game and great insight into the Patriots. There was no shortage of things to talk about in this downward spiraling year that may be worse than we thought. 

We missed Dave on this episode, who is ill, but hope he’s back soon.

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"Quarterback is very important. He's got to be a leader. He's got to be a tough guy. You've got to be the man. Because, when you go into the huddle, all eyes turn to the quarterback. And, when he's calling that play, you got to see confidence, determination, toughness. An Offensive Lineman can't do it. Nobody's looking at him. They don't see what he does until after the game."
- John Hannah

Our guest this week needs no introduction. As seen on the cover of Sports Illustrated, he's simply the Best Offensive Lineman of All Time.

John discussed the best Patriots team he was on, the year that had the best offensive line, and working with Leon Gray. He also tells us the best football-related compliment he ever received and who did he aspire to be better than. Hear how he found out he needed a raise, what amazing stat the 1978 Pats offense achieved, and a breakdown of "Flow 36", and which teammates should have gold jackets. Hog talks about his unique and historic induction in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Who 'influenced' him to go to Alabama? What are his thoughts on the QBs he played with in New England? He has an interesting take on a famous Patriots moment as well.

Honored to have spoken to John about this and more!       

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“Ray, I’ve hit quarterbacks a lot worse than that a million times and never had a call.”

- ‘Mean’ Joe Green to Ray Hamilton regarding the “roughing the passer” call in the 1976 Patriots/Raiders Wild Card game

On this week’s episode, we welcome Ray “Sugar Bear” Hamilton. We talk to Ray about a variety of things including:

• Which Patriots coach-to-be recruited him out of high school

• Who was his D-Line coach in college

• What HOFer was his backup in college

• Where did he get his nickname

• What did Ray do to increase his chances of making the Pats as a rookie

• The infamous “penalty”

• What did a Chuck Fairbanks pregame speech sound like

• Who gave Parcells the name “Tuna”

• Which players did he learn from as a coach

• What’s his favorite Patriot memory

• What is he doing now

He also gives us his thoughts on teammates, such as:

• John Hannah

• Mike Haynes

• Jim Plunkett

• Darryl Stingley

• Steve Grogan

• Steve Nelson

• Steve McMichael

A fun episode with a great guy!

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“Everytime he [Tom Brady] would do that [to me], I’d look around to see if anybody could see.” 
- John Rooke

This week Untold Patriots Stories welcomes the multifaceted John Rooke. If you are watching the Patriots at the stadium, you are listening to John. And you’ve been doing so for half of the team’s existence. Hear JR explain how he became the Stadium Announcer and what the job entails. How is Gillette different from Foxboro Stadium? What else is John involved with? What exclusive did he tell us? What are some of the most memorable games he’s called. How did he navigate the Fog Bowl? What historic game did he miss? What does he expect from this year’s squad? Does he think Drake Maye should be playing? What topic got him animated? What does he believe was one of Coach Belichick’s biggest fallacies? And, of course, we hear his signature “First Down” call.

All this and more are answered this week on the podcast!

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“Our job as journalists is to get the story, to tell the truth, and to make sure we have it right.”
- Peter King

This week we are honored to welcome Peter King. If you think NFL media, he is the gold standard. Peter wrote for Sports Illustrated for 30 years. He is a man of integrity and accountability. 

We touch in a number of topics with him, from his beginnings to his retirement.

What was the noble reason he got into covering football? Why was covering the Bengals in 1984 a joy and a learning experience? In 1985, he went to Newsday to cover the Bill Parcells led Giants. What was Bill Belichick like as an Assistant there? Did Peter have a roll in Belichick going to Cleveland? 

The “Monday Morning Quarterback” became a member of the Board of Selectors for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1992. We discuss what a responsibility that is and get his thoughts on some potential candidates. 

Peter gives his opinion on if Drake Maye should be playing. He tells us his favorite Patriot to cover. And talks about his only regret as a writer (and it had to do with covering the Pats). 

This and a lot more with the the man who won National Sportswriter of the Year 3 times!

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“I’ve even got chills right now just thinking about it.”
- Chris Hogan talking about Super Bowl LI

Hear Chris’ unique path to the NFL. What was the reason he played college football? What position did he play? How’d he prepare for the draft?

Find out what it was like coming to the Patriots during their second dynasty run? What was it like playing with Tom Brady? How did the coaching play a roll in his and the team’s success? What rival was the easiest to prepare for? 

In 3 seasons with the Patriots, Chris went to 3 Super Bowls. He discusses this run with us - including, of course, the greatest Super Bowl (LI) of all-time. Imagine being on the field for NFL history! Does he know why Malcolm Butler didn’t play in Super Bowl LII? What was it like to win it again in 2018?

Chris talks about why he left football and what he is doing now. He also shares his thoughts on Jacoby Brissett and his hopes for the current team. 

He’s an impressive, down-to-earth guy who’s fun to speak with. You’ll enjoy listening. 

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“If we are gonna talk betting, you gotta find value.”
- Joe Murray

Just in time for football season, Untold Patriots Stories welcomes back Joe Murray of 98.5 The Sports Hub for a Betting 101 class. Joe gives his insight into the world of wagering and his take on value bets for the upcoming season. Gain tips & how to play the percentages from this “sharp”. What is he betting on with the Pats this year? And, if you know Joe, we get into a little food talk. 

We are “IN” on Joe Murray and we think you will be too.

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“You have the third waiver claim, if that’s not a tackle, then I’m just walking out.”
- Sophie Weller

Sophie and the boys break down the final pre-season game and roster cuts. As always, she brings her keen insight to the Pats from covering them everyday for AtoZ Sports. Also, included this week’s edition of “Sophie’s Studs & Duds”.

Please note: this was taped the night final cuts were announced 

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Sophie Weller, Patriots Reporter for AtoZ Sports, is back with us to recap Game 2 of the pre-season. 

Along with breaking down the game action, you'll find out who Sophie is high on, who she is rooting for, her prediction for wide receivers who make the cut, and who's got a leg up on the 3rd running back slot. Also, will the next pre-season game determine who the starting QB is in Week 1? 

And don't miss this week's edition of "Sophie's Studs & Duds"!


Please note: Sophie does NOT hate Chad Ryland

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“If Eliot Wolf can draft, this organization is gonna turn it around fast. If he can’t draft, I don’t care who they sign as a free agent… they’re not gonna work well enough.”
- Mark Dondero 

This week Untold Patriots Stories welcomes WEEI alum and current Sports Hub personality, Mark Dondero. 

Mark tells us if he thought the move from Belichick was necessary, assesses what the Pats did in the draft, and gives his thoughts on Drake Maye. He also addresses topics like what is the most important thing the Pats are doing this year, what needs to be evaluated about this team, and what’s his biggest fear for the 2024 squad.

Listen for the rest of his high energy takes on our New England Patriots!

*Please note: this episode was taped at the beginning of training camp