Albert Breer: Here’s why ESPN is doing Kraft “a favor” flexing Patriots-Chiefs out of Monday Night Football
During this morning’s show, Albert Breer from theMMQB.com was asked about the New England Patriots being flexed out of a Monday night football and believe it’s embarrassing to be flexed out, especially considering the caliber of opponents like Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Fred Toucher: A lot of people are making a big deal that the Patriots got flexed out on Monday night. I guess it’s the first year they’re flexing Monday Night Football games. So it’s kind of a technicality that they’re the first ones to get flexed because it’s the. I mean, is it something that the Krafts are going to bother them?
Albert Breer: I think the most embarrassing thing about it isn’t that it’s the first Monday night flex. It’s that somehow you are bad enough to get Patrick Mahomes flexed out of a Monday night game. How bad does it have to be for an ESPN executive to say, “Yeah, we got to take Mahomes and the Chiefs out of that slot?”
Ryan Johnston: Well, they know nobody’s going to be watching that game past the first quarter because it’s going to get out of control quickly. I mean, that’s what I’d be thinking. Are the ratings fine for the first hour or so of that broadcast? And then we’re going to be crickets.
Albert Breer: And you know what? It would turn into an. Like, I feel like they might be doing the Patriots a favor because if that happened, it was like 28 to 0 in the second quarter or something. But the rest of the broadcast would all become like an autopsy, right?
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14 Delicious Summer Favorites To Feast On At Sullivan's Castle Island
Clam Chowder
Gabby Dumais says “The clam chowder is a must.” According to the Sullivan’s menu:
A New England cream based classic served by the cup or bowl with our oyster crackersCup $5.95
Bowl $8.95
Lobster Roll
Brandy Michelle says “Their lobster roll is so good.” It’s a mayo lobster roll, not a warm one. A New England favorite! According to their menu:
Sweet Lobster meat lightly dressed with mayo on a toasted Hot Dog roll
Cheeseburger
Diann Ritchie says “Cheeseburger it’s nice and juicy!” The amazing thing about Sullivan’s food is, the price! Check out the cost of the burgers:
Our fresh Angus Beef patty grilled topped with American cheese served on a toasted burger bun
Hot Dog
An overwhelming favorite. Hot dogs were mentioned more than any other menu option. Alyssa Dineen says: “I do not normally eat hot dogs ever but a trip to castle island you have to get a hot dog or two or three and some fries! It’s the best part!”
Crinkle Cut Fries
People love the crinkle cut. They feel it makes these fries very unique. It was suggested to put vinegar on them as well. Rosamaria Alicea says “You have to have the fries w/salt and vinegar or without either way those fries are delicious. “
Onion Rings
Onion rings are one of the most popular sides at Sullivan’s. They are hand cut and super crispy.
Our signature hand battered fresh onion rings cooked to a perfect crisp
Clam Strips
Many of you suggested the clam strips. Debbie Sweihorn says “Fried clams…they use to be big bellies and so delicious.”
New England fried clam strips battered and fried to a golden crispRegular $14.50
Large $24.00
Fried Fish Sandwich
This was mentioned several times. Rosamaria Alicea loves it with ice cream. It’s hand battered and fried haddock.
Hand battered fried Haddock on a toasted burger bun
Shakes
Any of their shakes are a must try. They are super thick and delicious.Hand crafted with your favorite flavor Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Coffee
Soft Serve Ice Cream
Many say you can’t visit Sullivan’s without trying their soft serve. They use wafer cones and have vanilla, chocolate or strawberry twist
Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry Twist on a wafer cone with a cup
Cheese Fries
Their signature crinkle cut fries everyone loves topped with ortega cheese sauce. Many suggested these as a must try as well.
Our signature crinkle cut fries topped with our Ortega cheese sauce
Raspberry Lime Rickey
A lime rickey is a New England favorite and was mentioned a few times in our poll.
Classic New England beverage, prepared to order, garnished with freshly squeezed limes
Hot Fudge Sundae
The hot fudge sundae is a staple at Sullivan’s and was mentioned quite a few times in our poll. Katie Garney loves it with a burger and fries.
Vanilla soft serve ice cream topped with hot fudge, whipped cream, and a cherry
Double Cheeseburger
Two patties of what makes their single burgers so amazing. A Sullivan’s staple. Try it with their soft serve and some crinkle fries.
Two of our fresh Angus Beef patties topped with American cheese and served on a toasted burger bun
