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Patriots Catch-22

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Join Evan Lazar and Alex Barth every Wednesday as they take a deep dive into the X’s and O’s, trends, and latest New England Patriots roster moves.

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  • Thursday · 57 min

    Patriots Catch-22 9/24: Injury Updates, Jaguars Preview, Key Matchups

    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.

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  • Tuesday · 56 min

    Patriots Catch-22 9/22: Good/Bad vs. Steelers, Injury Updates, Offensive Concerns

    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.

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  • September 16 · 1 hr 53 min

    Patriots Catch-22 9/16: Week 1 Overreactions, WR Room, Steelers Preview

    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.

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  • September 8 · 1 hr 52 min

    Patriots Catch-22 9/8: Reported Gonzalez Extension, Seahawks Preview, Players/Matchups to Watch

    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.

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  • September 2 · 2 hr 1 min

    Patriots Catch-22 9/2: 53-Man Roster Breakdown, Depth Talk, 2026 Captains

    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.

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  • August 25 · 1 hr 49 min

    Patriots Catch-22 8/25: Preseason Week 2 Recap, Reported Boutte Trade, Depth Talk

    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.

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  • August 19 · 1 hr 59 min

    Patriots Catch-22 8/19: Takeaways from Patriots Joint Practice with Eagles

    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.

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  • August 12 · 2 hr 2 min

    Patriots Catch-22 8/12: Takeaways from Joint Practice with Colts, Preseason Game 1 Preview

    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.

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  • August 5 · 1 hr 44 min

    Patriots Catch-22 8/5: Observations and Analysis from Padded Practices, First Impressions of Jacas, Latest Roster Battles

    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.

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  • July 29 · 2 hr 1 min

    Patriots Catch-22 7/29: Training Camp Observations and Analysis, Previewing First Padded Practice

    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.

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  • July 22 · 1 hr 58 min

    Patriots Catch-22 7/22: Training Camp Preview, Burning Questions

    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.

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  • July 8 · 45 min

    Patriots Catch-22 7/8: Training Camp Mailbag, A.J. Brown Impact, Will Campbell's Year Two Jump & More

    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.

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  • July 1 · 2 hr 1 min

    Patriots Catch-22 7/1: QB Tiers, NFL Over/Unders

    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.

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  • June 24 · 1 hr 57 min

    Patriots Catch-22 6/24: Patriots Roster Breakdown, Around the AFC East (Bills)

    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.

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    June 17 · 1 hr 47 min

    Patriots Catch-22 6/17: 3 Up/Down from Mandatory Minicamp, Around the AFC East

    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.

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  • June 10 · 2 hr

    Patriots Catch-22 6/10: Recapping Days 1 & 2 of Mandatory Minicamp

    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.

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  • June 3 · 2 hr 2 min

    Patriots Catch-22 6/3: A.J. Brown Trade Reaction, OTA Recap/Takeaways, Recent League News/Buzz

    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.

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  • May 20 · 2 hr 2 min

    Patriots Catch-22 5/20: 2026 Schedule Breakdown, OTA Preview, Latest Buzz

    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.

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  • May 13 · 1 hr 59 min

    Patriots Catch-22 5/13: Rookie Minicamp Observations, Schedule Release Week, 2026 Opponents

    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.

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