The Next Pats Podcast - A Patriots Podcast

Phil Perry is back with the Next Pats Podcast. With Patriots training camp just two days away, Phil breaks down the biggest storylines to watch heading into the 2026 season. Christian Gonzalez's contract talks appear to have stalled, prompting Phil to examine what's behind the holdup and whether the star cornerback could hold out during training camp. Meanwhile, second-round pick Gabe Jacas remains unsigned. Is the rookie trending toward a redshirt season in Year 1? Phil also highlights several under-the-radar players who could make an impact this season. 

0:00 Intro

2:21 Christian Gonzalez’ contract situation

5:41 Gabe Jacas remains unsigned

11:41 Patriots leveling up offense: Letting Drake Maye take control

17:09 Patriots leveling up offense: Using different schemes

24:54 Under-the-radar players: Craig Woodson

28:32 Under-the-radar players: Elijah Ponder

29:44 Under-the-radar players: Marcellas Dial

31:19 Under-the-radar players: Alijah Vera-Tucker

34:34 Under-the-radar players: Eli Raridon

36:35 Super deep sleepers for Patriots

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Phil Perry sits down with TCU coach Andy Avalos to talk about Patriots 6th rounder Namdi Obiazor and what he brings to the team and his strengths as a young linebacker. Then, Phil ranks all 32 offensive play callers in the NFL ahead of the 2026 season. Who are the risers and fallers from last year’s rankings, and where does Phil think Josh McDaniels ranks?

00:00 – Phil breaks down the ‘3 P’s’ – playcallers, playmakers, and protection

06:20 – TCU coach Andy Avalos joins to go deep on Namdi Obiazor

16:45 - Phil Ranks the NFL Play Callers for 2026

19:40 - The Wizards

31:04 - The Artists

33:55 - In Good Hands

36:24 - I'm Interested!

41:00 - Known Commodities

44:23 - Needs More Information

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The Patriots might be off for the start of summer, but 'Next Pats' is still going strong! Phil Perry breaks down his rankings for the 25 MOST IMPORTANT Patriots heading into the 2026 season before welcoming in Texas A&M offensive line coach Adam Cushing to get his thoughts on rookie tackle Dametrious Crownover.

 

0:00- Phil ranks his 25 most important Patriots for the 2026 season

55:55- Phil welcomes in Texas A&M offensive line coach Adam Cushing to discuss Patriots rookie offensive lineman Dametrious Crownover

58:45- Cushing shares why Crownover's mental toughness makes him a late-round 'steal' for New England

1:03:00- What are Crownover's strengths on the offensive line?

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Phil Perry opens up the notebook and shares his five major takeaways from the Patriots’ three minicamp practices to close out the offseason program ahead of training camp next month.

 

0:00- Takeaway #1: Drake Maye looks ready to take a Year 3 leap at quarterback

13:20- Takeaway #2: The bromance is forming between Drake Maye and A.J. Brown

20:25- Takeaway #3: No competitive reps from Christian Gonzalez during minicamp

30:00- Takeaway #4: Plans are taking shape along the offensive line

34:40- Takeaway #5: The two positions of need for the team ahead of training camp

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Jeff McLane of the The Philadelphia Inquirer joins Phil Perry to break down what A.J. Brown could bring to New England, whether the Patriots gave up too much to get him and how his partnership with Drake Maye might develop. Plus, Phil explains how Brown could fit into the Patriots’ offense and answers your mailbag questions.

1:00 - Jeff McLane shares insight into what Brown will bring and what the compensation discussions might have looked like

16:00 - Did the Patriots overpay for A.J. Brown?

29:00 - How will Josh McDaniels use A.J. Brown?

35:00 - Answering your mailbag questions

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