Patriots Catch-22

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth preview what Evan is dubbing the "Catch-22 Bowl" between the New England Patriots and the Chicago Bears. They break down the Bears' powerhouse offense, crafted by Ben Johnson and powered by Caleb Williams, and discuss how the Pats defense could stifle its production. They also discuss the Bears' defense, its notable flaws against the deep ball, and how Drake Maye could exploit them. Plus, they discuss the latest injury reports, talk about how to weaponize the offensive line through adversity, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth break down the Patriots 26-19 win over the New York Jets. They highlight good performances from Drake Maye, Christian Gonzalez, and the offensive line as they battled through three injuries. They cover the bad, like A.J. Brown's underwhelming return and untimely injuries on each side of the ball. Plus, they talk about the stuff that gets you beat, like blown third-down coverages and careless turnovers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar previews the Patriots Week 6 matchup against the Jets with special guest Mike Dussault! They review keys to the game, matchups to watch, and sneaky ways the division rival could keep this game close. Plus, they review the Patriots latest injury report and practice attendance to predict how it could affect the game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth break down the Patriots 45-17 Week 5 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. They review the good, including Drake Maye's 5-TD performance, pass protection, and defensive adjustments. Plus, they sift through the bad and stuff that gets you beat, like pre-snap penalties and fumbles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth preview the Patriots Week 5 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders! They discuss key players and matchups to watch, including how the Pats defense can contain Brock Bowers. They review the Patriots injury report, discuss their biggest concerns, and how they can game plan around potential statuses. Plus, they discuss motion rate and its possible correlation with Week 4's increase in offensive production. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth recap the Patriots clutch 29-26 road win over the Buffalo Bills. They review the best plays and moments from the game, including Drake Maye's overall improvement, Efton Chism's one-handed TD, and Josh McDaniels ' play-calling. They touch on the bad things they saw like pass blocking and coverage busts. Plus, they call out the stuff that could have gotten them beat, like turnovers and other drive killers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan and Alex preview the Patriots Week 4 matchup with the Buffalo Bills. They share key matchups and players to watch as the Patriots prepare to disrupt a high-scoring Bills offense. They discuss the Patriots offense and what approach it should take coming off a poor performance against the Jaguars. Plus, they review the Patriots latest injury report and discuss concerns with a thinning roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth hash out the Patriots 35-6 blowout loss in Week 3 vs. the Jaguars. They begin by looking at the big picture, addressing the Patriots immense offensive struggles so far this season. They zoom in to each position and address pressing issues at QB, RB, WR, TE, and OL. Plus, they talk about the mistakes that got the Patriots beat on both sides of the ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth discuss the latest from inside Pats Nation. They review the Patriots initial Week 3 injury report, the big-name concerns, and how the Patriots could make up for potential absences. They preview their upcoming matchup with the Jacksonville Jaguars, discuss key matchups between the Pats secondary and Jacksonville's deep WR room, and highlight more players to watch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth share their observations and analysis from the Patriots 20-3 win over the Steelers. They go over the good, bad, and stuff that gets you beat, including secondary coverage, Drake Maye's decision-making, and more. They talk about the slew of injuries that the Patriots had to play through and how they could work around potentially losing starters. Plus, they review the offense as a whole and share their biggest concerns about its tempo, flow, and confidence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover the latest from inside Patriots Nation. They recap Week 1, the things that went wrong in the Patriots' loss to Seattle, and what A.J. Brown's injury means for the offense/WR room. They talk about Week 1's overreactions from around the league on McDaniel's playcalling, Super Bowl favorites, and fluke wins. Plus, they preview the Patriots' Week 2 home opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover Week 1 inside Patriots Nation. They open with the overnight breaking news that Christian Gonzalez and the Patriots reportedly agreeing to a 4-year extension. They break down the reported contract details and Gonzalez's history and resume as a Patriot that earned him the deal. Plus, they turn the page to Week 1 as the Patriots head to Seattle to take on the Seahawks, previewing players/matchups to watch, giving predictions, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover everything inside Pats Nation after cutdown day! They go group-by-group to break down the initial 53-man roster and discuss any notable keeps and cuts. They analyze the team's depth in the aftermath and share their takes on missing pieces, filling the gaps, and practice squad players. Plus, they react to the 2026 Patriots Captains and comment on player choices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover all things Patriots' preseason. They recap the Patriots' week with the Eagles, including the 24-21 win, and share their biggest takeaways from the matchup. They talk about and grade the reported trade with the Texans that would send Kayshon Boutte for safety Jaylen Reed and a 2028 7th-round pick. Plus, they talk about the Patriots' depth problem, how they could solve it, and what pieces to look for during the final preseason game against the Browns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth report fresh off the practice field at Gillette to break down the Patriots' first joint practice with the Eagles. They analyze the biggest takeaways from the trenches, one-on-ones, quarterback play, and more! Plus, they preview Thursday's joint practice and what you can expect as the team's prepare for their Week 2 preseason matchup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover a busy week inside Patriots Nation! They share their observations and analysis on the Patriots joint practice with the Indianapolis Colts, including takes on quarterback performances, the defense, and more! Plus, they give a full preview of the Patriots first preseason game against the Colts with information on players to watch, matchups to look out for, and roster competitions to keep in mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth share their observations from the Patriots five-straight padded practices. They discuss and analyze what they've seen from Drake Maye, wide receivers, the trenches, and the team's overall intensity as they ramp up to their first joint practice with the Colts. They discuss Gabe Jacas' training camp debut and what he's shown his first week. Plus, they talk about the latest roster battles from the wide receiver room, offensive line, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth share their observations and analysis from the first four days of Patriots training camp! They talk about the offense, where its chemistry lies, Kayson Boutte's standout performance, the offensive line, and more. They discuss defensive depth, where they need more help, and the secondary's strength. Plus, they preview the Patriots first padded practice of the season, what to look out for, and what issues and strengths it could expose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth return live to preview the Patriots upcoming training camp program. They share what position groups they'll be watching most closely to determine depth and competition. They also review which position groups and players raise the most questions and concerns heading into this year's camp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special pre-recorded edition of the Patriots Catch-22 podcast, Evan Lazar and Alex Barth answer your mailbag questions about the offseason, expectations for Drake Maye in year two, potential improvement of the offense with the additions of A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, head coach Mike Vrabel's second year in charge and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth rank all 32 of the NFL's QB into Tiers! They decide which teams need a brand new QB, which ones are on fraud watch, who they are still unsure of, and more! Plus, they go around the NFL and place over/unders on what teams' records will be. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth conduct a full roster breakdown for the projected 2026 New England. They go position by position to determine how many true playmakers the Patriots have and which areas need more depth. Plus, they dive into the current state of the Buffalo Bills, predict how their season will transpire, and how the Patriots-Bills rivalry could play out during the 2026 season. Watch the video edition of this podcast at https://tinyurl.com/yz8vcrc8 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth recap the Patriots 2026 Mandatory Minicamp practices. They share their top three positive and not-so-positive takeaways from the three practices, and what they feel needs to improve most when the players and coaches return for training camp. Plus, they look at the teams around the AFC East, make predictions, and where the Patriots lie in the mix on paper. Watch the video edition of this podcast at https://tinyurl.com/366n67ss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth recap the Patriots first two days of this year's mandatory minicamp. They share observations from each day and what fans can take away from the two different practices. They go over attendance, participation, and more as they try to gauge what the 2026 roster and roles will look like. Plus, they talk about what they've seen from new faces like A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth react to the Patriots trading for A.J. Brown! They dive into the specifics of the trade, his play style and how he fits, and review the offense's new look with him at wide receiver one. They share their takeaways from the second open OTA practice, including how Brown looked, offensive line rotation, and more. Plus, they talk about recent league news and buzz like Myles Garrett getting traded to the Browns, free agent players of interest, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth break down what stood out from Wednesday's Patriots OTA. We discuss our takeaways from HC Mike Vrabel and QB Drake Maye's media access. We go around the AFC East for quick look at each team. Plus, recent roster moves, NFL news and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth break down the Patriots official 2026 schedule. They go over each game and categorize them as easy wins, coin tosses, or tougher battles. They share their takes on opening in Seattle, the primetime slate, and returning to Germany. They preview the Patriots upcoming OTA practices and explain what to look out for and what they are most excited to see. Plus, they discuss the latest buzz on AJ Brown and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth Recap the 2026 Patriots Rookie Minicamp. They share their observations on what stood out, the players they're looking forward to seeing in future camps, and the UDFAs who made their mark. They discuss a potential backup quarterback battle after Behren Morton showed flashes of promise. Plus, they talk about the 2026 schedule release week, the Patriots heading back to Germany, and their 2026 opponents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth talk all things Patriots rookies ahead of Rookie Minicamp! They dive into the reported UDFAs the Patriots have picked up, discuss their fit, skills, and more. They each share their takes on what the biggest needs are as the roster currently stands. Plus, they preview Rookie Minicamp, what to look out for, and who they'll be following the closest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth offer a full 2026 NFL Draft recap with a pick-by-pick analysis of the New England Patriots Draft class. We discuss the reported additions of several undrafted free agents and recent roster moves. Plus, we react to Rob Gronkowski being voted by the fans into the Patriots Hall of Fame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth share their final takes ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft! They begin by simulating the first ten picks of the draft. They dive into the latest buzz, like who is attending the draft, consensus first-round picks, and more. Plus, they talk best fits for the Pats through each round, who could fall under the Patriots radar, and predict who they think New England will end up taking 31st overall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth share their takeaways from Eliot Wolf's pre-draft press conference and discuss what his comments revealed on potential draft strategy/mindset. They do a full live mock draft, discuss their picks, and why they are the best fits for the Pats. Plus, they talk about the latest buzz on 30 visits and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth take a deep dive into the 2026 NFL Draft and its top prospects. They kick off their annual "My Guys" excercise, where they go position-by-position on their draft boards and share their analysis on favorite players and top guys. They discuss recent buzz on mock drafts, pro days, and 30 visits. Plus, they break down the latest news on Pats HOF Finalists and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune-in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth dive into all things Patriots offseason. They discuss Mike Vrabel's comments on Drake Maye's third-year development, Christian Gonzalez, AJ Brown, and more at this year's league meetings. They dive into Pro Day and NFL Draft news, touching on Vrabel's viral video out of Arizona State, best workout performances, and the Pats best fits. Plus, they dive into a roster reset on special teams to assess its current state and what is still missing talent and/or depth-wise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth dive into more draft preparation and the Patriots offseason. They discuss the latest reports on college pro days and 30 visits as each draft prospect prepares to put themselves on team radars. They assess who has impressed them the most, which prospects have already or are planning to visit Gillette Stadium, and who they predict might make a trip to Foxborough. Plus, they do a full roster reset, analyzing the 2026 Patriots defensive personnel as it stands and which areas still need an upgrade or more depth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover the latest and greatest inside the NFL. They talk the latest news on trades, signings, and releases, including the Dolphins sending Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos and its implications on Miami's place in the AFC East. They dive into the Patriots roster and give a full roster reset on depth charts, talent, and more post-initial free agency. Plus, they get into the draft, talking prospects, depth, and potential trade up/down moves the Patriots could make. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth discuss the chaos of the tampering period inside Patriots Nation and the league, as the league new year is set to begin on March 11, 2026. They talk the latest on reports Patriots signings, releases, and trades, sharing their immediate reactions and analysis on how the Patriots have moved in the last 48 hours. They talk moves made by other teams, including the Ravens disconnect in the Maxx Crosby trade and swift signing of Trey Hendrickson. Plus, they dive into the league's remaining free agents and draft prospects that could help fill the Patriots holes and depth charts as they currently stand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth continue their offseason coverage of the New England Patriots! They recap and analyze the 2026 NFL Combine, giving their three standout positive and negative takes on surprise prospects, those who didn't quite measure up, and everything in between. Plus, they dive into free agency as the tampering period and league new year are slated to begin next week. Listen as they give their takes on who the Patriots should resign, who they could use in a trade package, and which external free agents are worth shopping around for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth cover the latest news, story lines, and more from the 2026 NFL Combine. They open with a discussion on Head Coach Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf's press conferences and scrums, as they discussed building the 2026 roster, positions of need, their thoughts on this year's draft class, and their approach to free agency. They give their takes on where the Patriots resources should be focused for the early, mid, and late draft picks. Plus, they analyze this year's free agent class and how certain players could help with run blocking, late-down situations, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth go full offseason mode as they discuss the Patriots biggest needs ahead of the 2026 season. They prep for the NFL combine, sharing players to watch, drills to look out for, and position analysis. They talk draft prospects that best fit the Patriots scheme and those who could be hidden gems to look out for. Plus, they talk Patriots reports and rumblings like Zak Kuhr's reported promotion to defensive coordinator, extension timeline for Christian Gonzalez, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth recap the Patriots Super Bowl LX loss to the Seahawks. They discuss positive and negative takeaways, including the offensive line's performance, coaching decisions, run defense, and more. They reflect on the 2025 season as a whole and comment on the culture shift, locker room, and player development. Plus, they look ahead to the offseason, as the combine, draft, and minicamp festivities are set to kick off in the next few months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth go live from Radio Row in San Francisco in this special Super Bowl LX edition of Catch-22. They preview the Patriots-Seahawks matchup with keys to the game, schemes to look out for, and players to watch. They talk the NFL Honors and make their picks for the season's most coveted awards. Plus, special guests Benjamin Solak from ESPN and Shawn Syed from Sumner Sports join the show to share their perspectives! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune-in as Evan and Alex break down the Patriots 10-7 win over the Broncos in the AFC Championship game. We discuss what stood out from watching then film and offer 3 up/down from the win. We offer our thoughts on Bill Belichick not getting into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2026. Plus, looking ahead to the Super Bowl LX matchup between the Patriots and the Seahawks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth break down the Patriots 28-16 victory over the Houston Texans to advance to the AFC Championship! They talk their positive and negative takes, including another dominant defensive performance, slightly improved offensive line play, Drake Maye's struggles against the league's best defense, and more. Plus, they preview and talk necessary fixes ahead of the Patriots trip to Denver for the AFC Championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth break down the Patriots 16-3 Wild Card win over the Los Angeles Chargers. They talk the ups and downs of New England's night, including the defense's dominant performance, players who had sneaky good games, offensive line struggles, and more. Plus, they dive into areas to improve ahead of their upcoming Divisional Round matchup with the Texans and their top-ranked defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune-in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth give the inaugural Catch-22 playoff preview for the Patriots upcoming Wild Card matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers. They share their biggest concerns on the offensive and defensive ends against a balanced Chargers team. They give their takes on the ups and downs from the Week 18 victory against the Dolphins, and what they need to fix to make a deep playoff run. Plus, they dive into news around the league of head coach firings, retentions and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune-in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth recap the division-clinching victory against the Jets that helped name them the 2025 AFC East Champions! They go over the good and (barely) bad during Week 17's win including Drake Maye's 5 TD performance to five different targets. They go over 5 different potential playoff scenarios pending Week 18 results, and rank which one's they'd rather the Patriots face. Plus, they preview the upcoming regular season closer against the Dolphins and its implications on the playoffs, Maye's MVP race and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune-in as Evan and Alex break down the Patriots win over the Ravens and discuss what stood out in their film review of Drake Maye and the offense. Plus, three up/down from the win and looking ahead to Sunday's game against the New York Jets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune-in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth recap the Patriots Week 15 loss to the Buffalo Bills. They break down the tale of two halves, and their positive and negative takes from each including the run game, the run defense, special teams and more. They analyze areas to improve in detail for the offensive, defensive, and special teams unit as the Patriots continue their playoff push. Plus, the preview New England's upcoming primetime matchup against the Ravens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune-in as Evan Lazar and Alex Barth talk the bye week and Week 15. They share areas the Patriots can improve ahead of their final four slate, including red zone execution, run defense and more. They cover the NFL's Week 14 results and its implications on the Patriots in context of the division, conference and playoff push. Plus, they preview the Patriots upcoming matchup against the Bills as the Patriots have a chance to win the division and clinch a playoff berth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.