6 Rings and Football Things
6 Rings and Football Things
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A football-obsessed cast of WEEI voices brings you in-depth coverage of the Patriots, offering a fresh perspective on the games, biggest storylines, and personalities shaping the team, the front office, and the NFL. Brought to you by WEEI and Audacy.
Patriots beat Steelers, but win comes at a heavy cost
Dan Bahl and Jon Lyons break down the Patriots’ 20-3 win over the Steelers, including the biggest takeaways from the game and the heavy price the team paid with injuries. With the injury list continuing to grow, can the Patriots overcome the losses and keep things rolling?Plus, the guys look ahead to Week 3 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Ted Johnson joins the show to break down the win, the offensive line’s improvement from Week 1, and how the Patriots’ defense was able to pressure Aaron Rodgers.
Sep 21
1 hr 6 min
Instant reaction as defense carries Patriots to win over Steelers in home opener
The Patriots have won their first home opener since 2020, although it wasn’t pretty. Dan Bahl and Jon Lyons look back at what went right and what went wrong for the Patriots in Week 2 against the Steelers. Plus, Meghan Ottolini calls in to share her thoughts on the offensive shortcomings and the defense’s ability to keep the Steelers’ offense in check.
Sep 21
58 min
What will it take for the Patriots to REBOUND against the Steelers in Week 2? With Tim Benz from Pittsburgh Tribune Review
Drake Maye and the Patriots are looking to get their first win of the season against Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tim Benz of the Pittsburgh Tribune Review joins to preview the matchup and discuss what the Patriots can expect from a new defense, revitalized T.J. Watt, and 42-year-old Rodgers.
Sep 18
32 min
Discussing who's filling the A.J. Brown void for the Patriots with Nicole Yang, Boston Globe & Chad Graff, The Athletic
Meghan Ottolini sits down with Nicole Yang and Chad Graff at Patriots practice to discuss who will make up for the lost production during A.J. Brown’s injured reserve stint, and what they’re looking for in the Steelers game. 
Sep 16
16 min
The good, the bad, and the ugly from the Patriots' disappointing season-opening loss in Seattle
In a game that was there for the taking for the Patriots, they gave it away, with Drake Maye throwing an interception on each of the final three drives of the game before ultimately falling to the Seahawks 13-10. Meghan Ottolini and Justin Turpin discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly from the Patriots' disappointing season-opening loss in Seattle.Plus, what does life without A.J. Brown look like for the Patriots? And how concerned should we be about Maye after his worst game as a pro?
Sep 10
14 min
The 6 Rings Postgame Show: Patriots collapse in season-opening loss to Seahawks
The Patriots losing in Seattle was always feasible. But losing to Drew Lock after Drake Maye threw an interception on three straight drives? That was not.Dan Bahl and Jon Lyons react as the Patriots collapse in a season-opening loss to the Seattle Seahawks, while also losing A.J. Brown to injury in the process. Plus, Justin Turpin joins the guys, along with your calls!
Sep 10
1 hr 2 min
Christian Gonzalez finally signs, plus a Week 1 preview with Gregg Bell
The wait is over. After months of negotiating, Christian Gonzalez and the New England Patriots have agreed to a record-breaking four-year, $135 million contract extension.Meghan Ottolini and Justin Turpin react to the deal before being joined by Gregg Bell, Seahawks beat reporter for The Tacoma News Tribune, to preview Week 1 against Seattle from behind enemy lines.
Sep 8
24 min
Catching up with Mike Onwenu and Jeremy Springer ahead of the 2026 season opener
Meghan Ottolini and Rich Keefe are joined by Patriots offensive lineman Mike Onwenu and special teams coordinator Jeremy Springer on a Patriots Friday ahead of the season opener in Seattle.
Sep 4
14 min
Is it time to worry about Christian Gonzalez’s Week 1 availability?
The 2026 season opens in less than a week, and Christian Gonzalez and the Patriots remain far apart in their contract negotiations. Following comments from Mike Vrabel and Gonzalez on Thursday, is it time to worry about Gonzalez’s Week 1 availability? Meghan Ottolini and Justin Turpin discuss. Plus, should anything be made of Gonzalez not being named a captain? And is the Vrabel/Russini situation officially in the rearview?
Sep 3
16 min
What is the biggest concern on the Patriots’ roster ahead of Week 1?
The 2026 season officially kicks off a week from Wednesday, with the Patriots traveling to Seattle for a Super Bowl rematch against the Seahawks. As they prepare for Week 1, what is the biggest concern on the roster, and is too much being made of the Patriots’ lack of depth? Meghan Ottolini and Justin Turpin discuss.Plus, another reason why the Patriots need to get the Christian Gonzalez deal done.
Sep 1
12 min
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